Hi Marty,
I still havn't completely figured out the whole quote thing yet either
You don't have to pass the dress on... You can keep it deep in the back of your closet and slowly work towards it

It could be your
goal outfit... it may not happen by Christmas... but it Will fit you. I have a pair of size 14 jeans laying around that I hope to fit into before next summer
Its just a thought
~Jenna