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*a sparkmail I sent today:* 
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HPLANDER
3/27/2009 10:57AM
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Thanks for the blog. You are an inspiration and you are right about deciding. I felt the same way. People pressured me to lose weight last year and I wasn't ready. I had to choose my journey. Well I made the decision, plotted the course and walking to my destination.
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GINILEE4
3/26/2009 10:40PM
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Thanks Linda. On an off day, a round of encouragement is great. Gini Report Inappropriate Comment |
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RODEOMOMSK
3/26/2009 10:10PM
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 Take it to Church Sister! You said it perfectly. Everything we do in life is a choice. You made your choice when it was your time in life to. Now is your time in life to show other how you did it, and how it worked for you. *applause* Now ... about that cheesecake.... LOL I've never tried that particular one, but I do like - no make that LOVE the ones termed NY style that I've eaten so I can only imagine. YUM! Report Inappropriate Comment |
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LKRMOM
3/26/2009 2:07PM
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You really are incredible. You've given me so much motivation. Thanks for sharing your story!
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ONMYWAYTOGOAL
3/26/2009 10:58AM
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Linda.....what an inspiration you are!!! Thank you for sharing with us. I feel honored to know that you've been where I've been. Now, my parents weren't bakers or chefs, but they both worked 40+ hours a week and my two younger sisters an I were sent to after school babysitters, and later home alone (latch key). Out of guilt and love, my parents bought us all the twinkies and pop and treats that we wanted (back in the the early 70's). We were truly spoiled that way. Unfortunately it lead to bad eating habits that I took with me into adulthood. I have learned a lot over the years, but I've learned the most here at Spark People because of caring people like you. Thank you for sharing your success and for caring about all of us! Hugs-Laurie
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JERSEYGIRL24
3/26/2009 9:09AM
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Wow, that is too cool that your Dad worked at Junior's Cheesecake and perfected that recipe!!! Maybe this response is not totally appropriate for this venue (a weight loss site), but that is good stuff. I have been thinking about NY style cheesecakes for the last two days, but fortunately, not for the reasons you think. It would be nice, but I am not really dying to have one. I am very upset about my father, the Alzheimer's diabetic. I am even more upset that between him and my mother, they seem to have NO regard for his diet. He seems to eat pretty much whatever he wants. Let's just say that if DH or I were ever diagnosed with diabetes, I would handle it much differently. I wonder if my mom has ever even looked at a diabetic cookbook. I'd probably stack my shelves with them. So how does this relate to the cheesecake? My parents have always had some kind of dessert with dinner. Most of the time it is not a very high quality dessert. A lot of times it is jello (which I personally can't stand) or some mediocre store-bought cake. Don't know if you are familiar with Entenmann's cakes. I think Entenmann's should send them holiday cards. They seem to be more into quantity than quality. I've seen boxes of Dunkin Donuts in their freezer which probably had some sort of coupon involved. My point is that I am actually not a huge dessert person (snacks, yes), but I would much rather have a high quality dessert, such as a Junior's cheesecake or a bowl of Haagen Dazs ice cream, than the garbage that they serve. Even if I had to do it less often to save money. Oh by the way, I also like the part of the blog that most people will comment on. I also am not sure why I allowed myself to get to 230 and finally one day, for no apparent reason, just said "enough is enough". Look, you probably appreciate being thin a lot more now than if you had always been that way and taken it for granted. Boy, am I long-winded today!!! Have a great day. Leslie    
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MOB8/2009
3/26/2009 8:59AM
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It's all about choices, isn't it? You CHOSE to get rid of the baggage, your CHOSE to stick with the program, and you're CHOOSING to continue your healthier lifestyle. BTW, having grown up in NYC in the 60's, I've probably had a gazillion pieces of your Dad's cheesecake! It was our treat....a hot dog and cheesecake from Jr's! Report Inappropriate Comment |
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BLENDEDKITTY
3/26/2009 8:40AM
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I'm so glad you wrote this. It's been really hard to put in the time this week getting everything typed in and staying on track. You're an inspiration. Thanks, Kathy 
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MARTY19
3/26/2009 7:25AM
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Amen to that. You made a commitment to change. Not matter how challenging/difficult it was, you stuck to it. You wanted it and you went for it. Marty Report Inappropriate Comment |
March 2009 Reader's Digest seems to agree with what has been touted here at SparkPeople! If you get the chance to read the entire article in Health, there was a lot that was interesting to me.
In Health
Weights for Your Waist - and Your Heart
"Those who strength-trained did 30 percent less aerobic exercise - yet performed 7 percent better on tests of maximum aerobic capacity. They also lost 2 percent of their body fat; the volunteers who simply walked or jogged lost none."
SparkPeople keeps telling us to do Strength Training - and now so is Reader's Digest!
This was also an eye-opener for me:
A New Way to Keep Bones Strong
"...surprising new research suggests that another dietary move is just as important... as calcium and vitamin D. The key: Go easy on carbs and sub in more fruits and veggies." "When you digest carbohydrates, the process turns your innards slightly acidic. That's a problem because a high-acid environment leaches calcium from bone, says Tufts University researcher Bess Dawson-Hughes, MD."
There is a chart:
Instead of this acid producer - - - Eat this alkali booster
Pasta - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Potatoes
Soda - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Fruit Juice
Meat and Poultry - - - - - - - - - - - - Tofu
Beer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Wine
Peanuts - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Raisins
**I cannot eat Tofu but I can eat more fruits and veggies! And today I did!!
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SLIM.CHICK
3/25/2009 7:47PM
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 for the info.I have to run and do my  now!
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GRALLEN
3/25/2009 8:44AM
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Since I've added ST two days a week, I've noticed some changes.
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ONMYWAYTOGOAL
3/24/2009 8:02AM
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I can't say that I hate tofu because I haven't tried it. I do keep the soda and juice to a minumun..rather have water or the fruit itself, and I don't drink...but maybe I should have a glass of wine now and then. 
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GINILEE4
3/23/2009 10:01PM
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I love tofu and freggies so no problem there. Thanks for the info, linnda. I will begin to set up strength training right away. Gini Report Inappropriate Comment |
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SUPREME5
3/23/2009 8:26PM
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I ALSO DO NOT LIKE TUFO. I AM SURE THERE ARE LOTS OF EAT THIS FOR THAT .ONE JUSTS NEEDS TO SIT DOWN AND SORT IT OUT MAY TAKE SOME TIME BUT IF YOU WORK AT IT A BIT EVERY DAY WE CAN DO OUR OWN CHART.THANKS FOR THE INFO. DORENE
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DINA:-)
3/23/2009 7:37PM
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very interesting- and now i have another reason to drink wine! hehe!
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MARTY19
3/23/2009 7:23PM
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I cannot stand tofu. It turns my stomach. But I have upped the ante on my fruits. Marty Report Inappropriate Comment |
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