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I watched it!  It was riveting.  To think that those people can transform themselves so drastically in such a short period of time is amazing!  Very inspiring!  It made me think about the level of commitment it takes to achieve a goal like this - no matter how many pounds you have to lose - you really have to WANT it.  I feel energized and ready to hit the gym! 

Unfortunately I have to wait about a week because I had to go to the dermatologist yesterday - you can see from my pics that I have red hair and freckles… which makes the sun basically the most dangerous thing in the world for me.  AARGH!  Anyway I had to get a few freckles tested and I have little bandaids all over my belly that I’m not supposed to disturb with too much moving around or sweating.  It’s no big deal - just a hassle really.  That and the fact that it wasn’t covered by my insurance and I had to pay my deductible all in one day kinda sucked!

In other news, Jacob and I are closing on our house on the 28th!  I’m so excited and ready to start the next chapter of my life.  No gym nearby though…. I’m going to have to start working out before work!

Later taters!  Rebecca

Well it’s been 5 days and I’ve lost 5 pounds already!  Damn I love South Beach!  Yes, I know - it’s too fast.  Yes, I know - it’s mostly waterweigth at this point - but I already feel better.  I have been doing Phase Two which allows fruits and some whole grain carbs and in my opinion is much heathier/easier to stick to than Phase One.  I’ve decided to stay on Phase Two until one month before my wedding and then go into serious boot camp South Beach mode for the last four weeks.  That seems doable.

 That being said, I’m feeling very positive and healthy and I’m going to have a few holiday treats today!  I will eat my (small amounts of ) treats with pride.  So far I think I can handle having just a little without going off the deep end.  I seem to be more in control of my life in general these days, which helps with the self-discipline.  It’s Christmas, after all! 

Hi everyone, I hope this helps me lose some LB’s!!!  I’m getting ready for my wedding on June 7th and don’t want to look like my before picture :)  My goal is 15-20 pounds of fat loss and some added muscle.  I’m planning to use South Beach and weight lifting, light cardio, and yoga to acheive this!  I enjoy exercise but by far my biggest downfall is food and alcohol!  I’ll need lots of support for the next six months and hopefully won’t be too cranky!