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There are no words to express how awesome you look. The person in the before picture bears no resemblence to the happy person in the after pic.
Maybe that cute guy kissing you in the before pic would like to give it another try? :D
Seriously, you look fabulous. You have changed your life's course by believing in yourself. I love your goal. I think you're there!
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I am feeling the love!! I just signed up today and your stories are inspiring. I see myself in so many of you and I hope that I too will be a success story. I love these icon! ;)
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8/5/2003 12:17:04 AM
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Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh, how proud does this make me to see our own feisty smiling down upon us any time we log onto this fabulous chat forum???
E, everything everyone says here is sooooooooo true and so very well deserved. Quite honestly, I've often wondered how you ever had time to cook your meals considering the time you've dedicated to this forum, lending your wonderful support and motivation to one and all? You've helped with boot camp, boosted morale in your Mission I'm Possible group, and started the fantabulous Things That Make You Go Hummmm for us sculpting fanatics!! You are not just feistyelizabeth, you are wonderfulelizabeth, supportiveelizabeth, funnyelizabeth and most importantly...you are lovingelizabeth!!
I so look forward to the time that we meet in person. (Notice I said when, not if???) I'm determined to meet this terrific person!!
Hugs, girl!!! :D
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8/5/2003 12:17:31 AM
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Aloha Elizabeth.... gonna have to change your name to "amasingelizabeth"... that bikini will look great on you in Hawaii - Enjoy the new you - Lisa
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8/5/2003 3:01:15 AM
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Dear Elizabeth,
First let me congratulate you on your success! I know how it feels. I've been there before, but now I have to work at getting those days back again! I can hardly weight. ;)
Anyway, I just received my kit. I've gotten friends and coworkers to order theirs too. I'm actually in Michael's newest informercial (I'm an actress). That's how I stumbled upon it. I didn't know what job my agent had booked me for until I arrived on the shoot site. It took me this long to decide to order the kit though. Go figure (no pun). I'm sick and tired of being large, plus size. I did not always struggle with my weight, but ever since I turned 30, the pounds came and went. Once I actually got down to a size 0. I weight 84 lbs. I wasn't sick, just skinny as all get out. It lasted about 2-1/2 years before I began looking normal at 100 lbs. Then it gradually began to pile on. The next thing I knew, I was obese as the doctors would say.
I did have some questions, and if you don't mind, perhaps you can help me. As I said, I'm just getting started. I don't know quite how to incorporate the plan into my work schedule. We don't have a frig big enough to hold all the food. I'm not sure how to use the fast track menu card or the infinite menu planner. My plan - Type A - calls for a lot of tuna. Doesn't it have mercury! I read that it does and it shouldn't be eaten more than twice a week. What do I do on weekends? I have a pretty active schedule. I want to succeed at this. Can you help?
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8/5/2003 11:03:11 AM
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You look amazing. But I bet you feel even better than that. I can't wait until the day I am at my goal. Of course I have to quit living lean and get serious again. Summer has been tough with all the social engagements but I think it has proven to me that once I do get it off it's off for good. Enjoy your new life Elizabeth. You are an inspiration.
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What a terrific story! You are so pretty!! And from reading what your online friends say about you, your heart matches that beauty as well. Love these success stories - congradulations!!!
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8/5/2003 3:28:15 PM
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You look AMAZING! From all the wonderful things I've read about you in these posts, you sound like a beautiful person on the inside, as well as the outside!
I just finished my first successful week (9lbs-yipeeeee) and I have you and all the other wonderful people on these boards to thank! Because, to be honest, if it wasn't for reading all of these inspirational success stories, I never would have been inspired to order this program...so THANK YOU...THANK YOU...THANK YOU!!!!! And congratulations...we are all so proud of you!!!
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I can't believe I have never about this program until 2 weeks ago. How did ever hear about this?
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8/5/2003 7:55:32 PM
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Elizabeth,
I can't say how great it is to read your story and to get such inspiration from you. You are still so young and have so much ahead of you in life. I am glad you have found the answer to your health so early. You have always been on the boards encouraging others and being upbeat. I know that I can always count on you to say something motivating. Thanks so much for sharing your story and CONGRATULATIONS! You deserve to have the success story for the month.....but most of all you deserve the good health you have given yourself!
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8/5/2003 9:12:02 PM
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WOW elizabeth great story and congrats on your sucess!
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8/6/2003 2:31:44 AM
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Congrats Elizabeth! You look great and what an inspiration to the rest of us! I am only mid-way of my fourth week, and reading these forums helps so much. I can't wait for another few weeks when people can start to really notice the changes in me (right now, they think I've done something different with my hair...!). Oh, what a feeling it must be... actually you can see it in your picture. Again.... CONGRATS to you!
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8/6/2003 3:49:05 AM
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You guys are too much! Thank you so much for this support and motivation. It really does mean more to me than I'll ever be able to tell you in one post and I am more determined than EVER to finish this up. You all are just the boost I was looking for right when I needed it most. The people around here always come through for me :D
MissNewOrleans, I don't even know where to begin with you there lady. Your true friendship to me through this trip of ours is by far the best unexpected present that this program brought into my life. No one should have to go though life without someone so truly amazing and wonderful as you by their side. Everything you say I've done for you I think you've done for me tenfold and all while keeping me laughing with your hysterical takes on the situation at hand. You've pushed me to push myself and you're absolutely right that I owe a chunk of my success to you! How many times have you picked me up and dusted me off? I've lost count and I know you're not keeping tabs either because that's just what true friends do. Thank you for always being here for me and for always knowing just what to say to get me going. You're priceless to me, lymi!
MobileMama, Let's talk motivation shall we? Where would we be without the infamous bootcamp? Hundreds of people here know the same thing that I do.. Your creativity and support are second to none and you, my dear, are wonderful. I've never seen such kindness and support as you've shown all the people on these boards with your endless hours of hard work that you will claim was all for your own motication but I know in my heart it was for the good of the masses (you sneak! ;) )
70togo, you're too funny! I don't think the boy in the picture and I would make a good couple, his wife isn't very nice ;) Thank you for your kind words!
Lisa, I promise you that if I ever looked good enough to rock a bikini it would be TRULY amazing (think along the line of ACT OF GOD) and I would change my name in a heartbeat ;) I'll be in Kauai in about 2 months, will it be prime time for avacado tossing then? I've been looking forward to it!
girl angel, I can't even fathom weighing so little. If I starved to death in the dessert and the buzzards had their way with my remains I wouldn't get down to 100 pounds! (Oh, that was graphic wasn't it? Sorry!) Back to business... congrats on making a sound purchase, you're in the right place if you're in need of a life change. As for how to incorporate the meals into your work schedule, what kind of hours are we looking at? Let us know and we can give better advice. The infinite menu planner is really just an aide to your customized eating plan. You can pick things from the planner that match the boxes on the bottom of your eating plan to create your own meals. The recipes are the same thing. They're a great jump start for those of us that are seasoning-shy and need initial help for variety. As for the tuna, I HATE it. I haven't eaten tuna a single time in the past 14 months and I don't plan on eating it any time soon. You can substitute any protein A for tuna. I can DEFINITELY appreciate a busy life! I'm go go go on the weekends myself. The best advice I can give is be prepared. On the days I'm non-stop (which is most days) I pack a cooler with all my meals for the day before leaving. This enables me to have my next meal or snack with me no matter where life takes me. Best wishes to you as you're starting!
Diva, Reading your post was like reading a re-cap of my own story the last 4 months. I've been maintaining for about the last 4 months when I should have still been on the downslide because I wasn't being totally serious. I would joke and tell everyone I went on vacation and never came back ;) Summers are DEFINITELY one of my hardest times too! All of my close friends are teachers so that means summers off and lots of fun and gatherings so I can appreciate your struggle. I do agree that once it comes off, it's off for good though! We'll get there, girl!
Nola, you are so sweet and I love your name! Thank you for taking time to post with such kind words!
Cappy, I think all these people are trying to ruin my reputation for being feisty! Don't be fooled ;) Congrats on your 9 pound loss, that's a phenomenal start to a new life. It's so exciting isn't it? When I first started I would pour over these success stories for HOURS too. I couldn't get enough! Something tells me that we'll be reading a new thread by you very soon..
chellend, I always wonder why the world doesn't know about this program myself! I found out about it while watching late night infomercials. I think that it should have it's own prime time slot personally, but a network exec I am not. Did you get the plan? Do you love it?
Chasebrad, thank you so much! I'm glad admist my ramblings that you've found some motivation. I'm always afraid that I come across as a huge cheeseball, haha! We all deserve this good health, it looks sooo good on us!
bulldoggergal, you look amazing yourself! You're a prime example of the smile increases that happen :)
Doloooores! How do I love then? Let me count the ways.. You've been always been amazing. You're my muse! When you came to the boards and started posting I idolized you for the life transformation you made and aspired to be a success story even half as great as yours. You're truly the one that made me realize this wasn't about just being skinny, it was about being HEALTHY. You opened my eyes to the huge world of body sculpting and encouraged me to be fearless amongst all the jocks in the freeweights. I have picked your brain and sought your advice and expertise more times than I could ever keep track of and every time, you went above and beyond the call of duty to answer my question thoroughly and even gone the extra mile to suggest alternatives and additions that could help progress. I often wondered how you had time to patrol the boards and maintain a full time job while being pestered by me! ;) I can't wait for the day we meet and I get to show you all this muscle that you've helped me build and pictures just don't show. Without the knowledge you've so generously shared and the advice and time you've so freely given, I wouldn't have had any idea of what my goal of 'HAPPY' really meant. Thank you for not only making me realize what my dreams really were, but for helping me make them come true. You're one in a zillion, D!
I hope everyone is doing well. Be good to yourselves! :)
xoxo,
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8/6/2003 12:09:44 PM
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Gee...with all the love here....and being a guy and all......
It would be lot's of fun to be among you new found hotties..:D.
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8/6/2003 1:23:51 PM
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Elizabeth,
Thanks for the note. Yes, by all rights at 84 lbs you would think that I wouldn't have had the strength to move! :) I was surprized myself. For a while, I thought I'd drop down to my birth weight. :eek: Anyway, to answer your question, my schedule begins at 5:00 a.m. Mon-Fri. I get home some nights before 7, but it's close. Some nights I don't even have time to get a workout in. I'm an Admin and there's no space for loads of food items in our small frig. I know Michael's not big on the snack bars and shakes, but I've found some that are pretty healthy (not Slim Fast) and would fit in as a meal replacement during those hectic times. I have to be to work by 8:00 and my commute is an hour or more depending on traffic. :cool: I'm sure as the weeks go by I will get in the flow. Okay on weekends, I can pack a cooler. I've seen them on sale in the stores these days for as little as $1.50, so that shouldn't be a problem. If this is to become an everyday way of life, I don't want it to become a chore however. Girl, I'm there with you on the tuna thing. It takes all day for me to digest the stuff and I read where it's got mercury in it and shouldn't be consumed more than once or twice a week. Anyway, thanks for the tips. I'll keep you posted on my progress. For a change being called a "Loser" is a good thing! :D
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8/8/2003 12:02:19 AM
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Feisty, my friend--
WOW! If anybody deserves all these kudos, it's you, my dear. I echo all the wonderful accolades and words of encouragement, as you've surely given them to us Orangies throughout the last year. I know I wouldn't have done as well if it hadn't been for your butt-kicking (that I really needed!) You've done a marvelous job and look AWESOME. What cutie you are!
Congratulations on a job well done!!
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8/8/2003 1:51:12 AM
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Ms. FiestyLiz:
I wanted to say that I appreciate your story. It is always so good to hear of people that are in your shoes and see the real pictures of people as well.
You are an assett to me. I would like to know if you would be an angel and keep me going and corespond with me so I can get lifted when my pounds start dropping.
I have heard that the bigger you are than the faster you see results. Is this true? I look forward to hearing from each of you.
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8/8/2003 10:46:35 PM
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E---you are such a sweetie, Iz just luvz ya to pieces!!!:D :D :D :D
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8/8/2003 11:19:47 PM
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Hi everyone, this is my first time posting on the boards. Finally decided to dive right in to a forum and what better forum than the one that speaks my desire "Becoming the "ME" of my dreams".
WOW, Ms. Fiesty.....you sure do look great....what an inspiration you are!! All I can say is GREAT JOB, looking at you and your success just makes me want to push ahead.
Actually, reading everyone forums, those that are trying, those that are struggling and those that have succeeded in reaching their goal are all inspirations....I feel as long as we keep trying even through our struggles, we can succeed and reach our goal like those who have already succeeded and are maintaining....boy I can't wait to get there.
I started off great the first week I lost 6lbs, the 2nd 4lbs and now I'm sort of at a stall....still struggling to get things moving again, but not giving up!!
Well, thanks for letting me jump right in. I will keep reading up on everyones success to keep motivated.:p
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8/9/2003 2:25:37 PM
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Dear Elizabeth,
True to your words, I've finally stablized and hit my goal of 40 lbs after 5 days of posting my original message. This program truly works and it's just so great to melt these excess pounds off!
I appreciate all your encouraging words that you've posted and positive thinking! Can't wait to loose my next 5 lbs and change my avatar (One of the best mini rewards)!
Keep shrinking!
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