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Thanks again. I can't tell you how wonderful it is to get positive feedback. It feels so great, but not in a conceited way. It's just that as I'm sure you all understand, being heavy we insulted ourselves over and over. Seeing that what has haunted us for most of our lives can really turn around into something positive and something that gives us hope and incentive. Sometimes it's hard to believe it's real. But it is!

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Congratulations on your fabulous results!! :confused1: Thank you for posting your pics, you are an inspiration to those of us beginning the journey. :cursing:

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You look AWESOME!!!!!! Doesn't it feel great? :biggrin0::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

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WOW, You look like a different person. Great job, you have inspired me, Thank you. We read how much everyone loses all the time, but to actually see it makes a big difference. Keep up the good work.

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I have always been camera shy due to my weight, but I know the before and afters of others really inspired me. Thank you so much.

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Hey Maddie,

what a difference.... and a new hair do too!! You look so slim, and you are over half way to goal... how you do feel?!!!

Well done! x

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I feel pretty doggone good! I am off all of my blood pressure meds, I'm off my CPAP and hubby says I never snore anymore. So, I sleep better and wake up more rested. I am getting back into shape for the first time in years as losing the weight has eased the pain in my back due to 4 herniated discs. I ride my bike a mile 3 times a week, walk and swim. But, the best part of all...I can play with my grandkids again on the floor and in the pool. How much better could it get?

Thanks for asking.

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Maddie, if you never lose another pound (not that, that is gonna happen) then what an achievement you have already made... I love the bit about playing on the floor with the grandchildren, how cool is that...

keep up the good work and keep us updated on how you get on...

any advice for a slow loser...lol... i need it!! x

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You look fabulous, wow!!! Congrats!!!!!!!!

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Girl you look fantastic!! Keep up the great work. Look at your chin and butt. I hope mine will look that good! Awesome!

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