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Never feel guilty about putting yourself first once in a while....you deserve some good things, too!
JENNIFERSTAM6/9/2012 9:27:00 AM
FITWITHIN6/8/2012 9:47:00 PM
It's nothing like a little reward for your accomplishments. Enjoy each reward along the way.
HYATTI16/8/2012 9:22:00 AM
NHEMBERGER6/8/2012 8:09:00 AM
Rewards are great! It really helps stay on track!
DEARTOMYHEART6/7/2012 3:43:00 PM
LYNCHD056/7/2012 1:28:00 PM
yes this is a good idea.......will have to do this when I reach my goal!
KENIKE086/7/2012 12:20:00 PM
HIGHNOON6/7/2012 10:08:00 AM
GINGERVISTA6/7/2012 8:28:00 AM
I DEFINITELY have to remember to do this!!! Thanks for the reminder.
CHERYLSBUTT6/7/2012 8:06:00 AM
I agree...whatever gets you to celebrate accomplishments and acknowledge the hard work should improve your motivation! Go for it!
PINK4YOUTOO6/7/2012 8:02:00 AM
It makes the commitment work better with small rewards!
CMORISAK6/7/2012 7:28:00 AM
PEPIPOI6/12/2011 4:19:00 AM
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