36F or 40F????

I asked after the fact because I was worried that I was doing something wrong since it was pretty obvious I could out eat most sleevers at the same point.  Turns out he had lost the 36f bougie that day and used a larger size as a result- can't remember now exactly but 40 or 44 I think.  At first I was upset because I had read repeatedly on this site that those with a larger sleeve will probably not do very well.  Then I realized that it was the sleeve that I had and to just make the most of it.  Then a few days later I realized that I never experienced any of the side effects that the smaller sleeves are more prone too (acid, foamies, etc) and decided that I was super happy about that.  A few months later realized how much I appreciated being able to eat a small normal meal and not look so awkward when eating with coworkers and still really appreciate that.  

I had no difficulty at all making it to goal even with my larger sleeve and carbs.  :)  But... I also consistently (not perfect)  ate very well and exercised.  

edit- forgot to mention that I am loosely sewn too-