DAY 45 - My Dream Outfit: No Pleats, PLEASE!
I've been in the 300 club for so long (approximately 14 years), I don't have a "dream outfit" in my possession. The closest thing I have is a pair of 38" waist Old Navy parachute/cargo pants. I've been so big for so long that my "skinny clothes have gone out-of-style.
For the past 44 days, I drive up to my Genghis Grill location at Loop 1604 & HWY 281 and park my truck with a view of the Men's Wearhouse next door.
I love the clothes in that store. The last time I bought clothes there, I was so embarrassed when they put the tape measure to me. 54" waist! OUCH!! Also, I have that dreaded "below-the-belt" pooch. MORTIFYING! This causes me to wear pleated pants.
Well, things are changing. Currently I have a 48" waist! My clothes fit way too loosely on me (which is not actually flattering considering the change in my frame). I refuse to buy new clothes until I am 60 lbs. lighter (only 24 lbs. to go)!
My dream outfit is really dream pants...I WANT TO WEAR PANTS WITHOUT PLEATS! 30 more pounds, and I am getting a pair at the Men's Wearhouse!
Yesterday, I boldly walked into the Men's Wearhouse, introduced myself, and informed the sales person that I will be back in the next 5 weeks to purchase a pair of flat-front pants! He was both amused and enthusiastic. I asked him to take a picture of me in front of a mannequin with flat-front pants. Voila! I will be back!
Love, health and NO PLEATS, y'all!
Emmet