Lisa,
Since clothes are so costly.....can you guys get QVC there? I have had some good success with some of their clothing. I find it a roomy fit also. I can generally wear a medium there already. The Denim and Company line is pretty well made and reasonably priced most times. And oh, just wait til you get in sizes where you can shop anywhere....you are gonna go CRAZY...it is awesome.
By the way, congrats on your success.......now next time remember to give it time......we all take turns reminding each other. Great job.