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13 Months. 100 Pounds. A Personal Story.

On July 4, 2012 I committed to Weight Watchers.

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I started losing weight immediately.  It wasn't easy, but it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be either.  Week after week, the weight came off.  I saw the results on the scale, but less so in photos.

On November 8, 2012 John and I decided to get a divorce and he moved out.

It was the perfect time to fall apart and let the whole Weight Watchers lifestyle die.  But instead, it gave me strength.  The "rules" and regime of the Weight Watchers plan provided structure when I felt as if everything in my world was adrift.  I clung to it like a life raft.

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The weight kept coming off as I continued to embrace the Weight Watchers plan and myself.  The weight loss was beginning to show!

So here I am, a little more than a year after I commited to Weight Watchers.

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I still have plenty more weight to lose, but I've also received so many comments and questions about my weight that I felt it was time to "come out of the closet" about it.  If you have questions about my weight loss journey, feel free to leave them in the comments section.  Next week I'll do a post answering those questions.  But I have no plans to turn this blog into a weight loss blog.  It's still art, art, art!

Thanks for stopping by!

Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Based outside of Boston, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is a painter, printmaker, and collage artist who constructs vibrant compositions. Her artwork investigates the interplay of identity and perception, inviting viewers to take a longer look. Julie works in layers, both physically and metaphorically, exploring what is visible and what is concealed. Passionate about connecting with and inspiring other artists, she shares her expertise through in-person workshops and her online classroom at MyArtPractice.com. Julie's achievements include high-profile clients, multiple publications - including her book, “Carve Stamp Play” - and exhibits in New York City and throughout Massachusetts. She is a graduate of Brown University.

1,770 thoughts on “13 Months. 100 Pounds. A Personal Story.

  • Good for you! You look fabulous, and having seen you at CREATE in July, even thinner in person. I’ve been on (and off, lately mostly off) WW most of my life, and if you stick with it, it works. Thanks for your post; it has inspired me to get back on!

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  • Good for you! You look fabulous, and having seen you at CREATE in July, even thinner in person. I’ve been on (and off, lately mostly off) WW most of my life, and if you stick with it, it works. Thanks for your post; it has inspired me to get back on!

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  • Good for you! You look fabulous, and having seen you at CREATE in July, even thinner in person. I’ve been on (and off, lately mostly off) WW most of my life, and if you stick with it, it works. Thanks for your post; it has inspired me to get back on!

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  • Good for you! You look fabulous, and having seen you at CREATE in July, even thinner in person. I’ve been on (and off, lately mostly off) WW most of my life, and if you stick with it, it works. Thanks for your post; it has inspired me to get back on!

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  • Good for you! You look fabulous, and having seen you at CREATE in July, even thinner in person. I’ve been on (and off, lately mostly off) WW most of my life, and if you stick with it, it works. Thanks for your post; it has inspired me to get back on!

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  • So proud of you for hanging in there through the rough times – it’s all too easy to give up. Well done Julie, you’re amazing!

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  • So proud of you for hanging in there through the rough times – it’s all too easy to give up. Well done Julie, you’re amazing!

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  • So proud of you for hanging in there through the rough times – it’s all too easy to give up. Well done Julie, you’re amazing!

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  • So proud of you for hanging in there through the rough times – it’s all too easy to give up. Well done Julie, you’re amazing!

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  • So proud of you for hanging in there through the rough times – it’s all too easy to give up. Well done Julie, you’re amazing!

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  • Julie, this is just another feather in the hero cap you wear, in my eyes. You handle everything with grace and determination. I wish you continued happiness and success. Thinking of you. Sherri XO

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  • Julie, this is just another feather in the hero cap you wear, in my eyes. You handle everything with grace and determination. I wish you continued happiness and success. Thinking of you. Sherri XO

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  • Julie, this is just another feather in the hero cap you wear, in my eyes. You handle everything with grace and determination. I wish you continued happiness and success. Thinking of you. Sherri XO

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  • Julie, this is just another feather in the hero cap you wear, in my eyes. You handle everything with grace and determination. I wish you continued happiness and success. Thinking of you. Sherri XO

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  • Julie, this is just another feather in the hero cap you wear, in my eyes. You handle everything with grace and determination. I wish you continued happiness and success. Thinking of you. Sherri XO

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  • You have no idea how much this inspiring me!!! Thank you sooooo much!!!

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  • You have no idea how much this inspiring me!!! Thank you sooooo much!!!

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  • You have no idea how much this inspiring me!!! Thank you sooooo much!!!

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  • You have no idea how much this inspiring me!!! Thank you sooooo much!!!

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  • You have no idea how much this inspiring me!!! Thank you sooooo much!!!

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  • Congratulations, Julie, on the weight loss & the determination to keep going forward! You do indeed rock!! Thank you for sharing all of this – know we all appreciate you in so many ways, for so many reasons. *hugs*

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  • Congratulations, Julie, on the weight loss & the determination to keep going forward! You do indeed rock!! Thank you for sharing all of this – know we all appreciate you in so many ways, for so many reasons. *hugs*

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  • Congratulations, Julie, on the weight loss & the determination to keep going forward! You do indeed rock!! Thank you for sharing all of this – know we all appreciate you in so many ways, for so many reasons. *hugs*

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  • Congratulations, Julie, on the weight loss & the determination to keep going forward! You do indeed rock!! Thank you for sharing all of this – know we all appreciate you in so many ways, for so many reasons. *hugs*

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  • Congratulations, Julie, on the weight loss & the determination to keep going forward! You do indeed rock!! Thank you for sharing all of this – know we all appreciate you in so many ways, for so many reasons. *hugs*

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  • Bravo to you, Julie! Beautiful inside and out. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

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  • Bravo to you, Julie! Beautiful inside and out. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

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  • Bravo to you, Julie! Beautiful inside and out. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

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  • Bravo to you, Julie! Beautiful inside and out. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

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  • Bravo to you, Julie! Beautiful inside and out. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

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  • Wonderful. Made my morning.

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  • Wonderful. Made my morning.

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  • Wonderful. Made my morning.

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  • Wonderful. Made my morning.

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  • Wonderful. Made my morning.

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  • I have been watching the gradual definition of that beautiful face of yours and wondering. Congratulations! And thanks for sharing. You are an inspiration!

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  • I have been watching the gradual definition of that beautiful face of yours and wondering. Congratulations! And thanks for sharing. You are an inspiration!

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  • I have been watching the gradual definition of that beautiful face of yours and wondering. Congratulations! And thanks for sharing. You are an inspiration!

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  • I have been watching the gradual definition of that beautiful face of yours and wondering. Congratulations! And thanks for sharing. You are an inspiration!

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  • I have been watching the gradual definition of that beautiful face of yours and wondering. Congratulations! And thanks for sharing. You are an inspiration!

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  • you look fabulous, and I bet you feel fabulous too! you go girl!

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  • you look fabulous, and I bet you feel fabulous too! you go girl!

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  • you look fabulous, and I bet you feel fabulous too! you go girl!

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  • you look fabulous, and I bet you feel fabulous too! you go girl!

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  • you look fabulous, and I bet you feel fabulous too! you go girl!

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  • Wow!! You look fabulous!! A really inspiring post, thanks so much for sharing a little bit of you x
    Kaz x

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  • Wow!! You look fabulous!! A really inspiring post, thanks so much for sharing a little bit of you x
    Kaz x

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  • Wow!! You look fabulous!! A really inspiring post, thanks so much for sharing a little bit of you x
    Kaz x

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  • Wow!! You look fabulous!! A really inspiring post, thanks so much for sharing a little bit of you x
    Kaz x

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  • Wow!! You look fabulous!! A really inspiring post, thanks so much for sharing a little bit of you x
    Kaz x

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  • I don’t comment here much, despite the fact you inspire me every single day. But I couldn’t NOT comment this time! I ‘only’ need to lose about 76 pounds but I find I rarely have the motivation to try. Reading and seeing that you’ve lost 100 pounds in one year is incredibly inspiring. I’m going to start exercising again. Thank you Julie for the much needed kick-start! You look beautiful!

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  • I don’t comment here much, despite the fact you inspire me every single day. But I couldn’t NOT comment this time! I ‘only’ need to lose about 76 pounds but I find I rarely have the motivation to try. Reading and seeing that you’ve lost 100 pounds in one year is incredibly inspiring. I’m going to start exercising again. Thank you Julie for the much needed kick-start! You look beautiful!

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  • I don’t comment here much, despite the fact you inspire me every single day. But I couldn’t NOT comment this time! I ‘only’ need to lose about 76 pounds but I find I rarely have the motivation to try. Reading and seeing that you’ve lost 100 pounds in one year is incredibly inspiring. I’m going to start exercising again. Thank you Julie for the much needed kick-start! You look beautiful!

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  • I don’t comment here much, despite the fact you inspire me every single day. But I couldn’t NOT comment this time! I ‘only’ need to lose about 76 pounds but I find I rarely have the motivation to try. Reading and seeing that you’ve lost 100 pounds in one year is incredibly inspiring. I’m going to start exercising again. Thank you Julie for the much needed kick-start! You look beautiful!

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  • I don’t comment here much, despite the fact you inspire me every single day. But I couldn’t NOT comment this time! I ‘only’ need to lose about 76 pounds but I find I rarely have the motivation to try. Reading and seeing that you’ve lost 100 pounds in one year is incredibly inspiring. I’m going to start exercising again. Thank you Julie for the much needed kick-start! You look beautiful!

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  • Wow!!!…you are soooooooooooooooo beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaUtiful!!…congratulations on sticking with your plan…you have accomplished so much professionally and personally…press on!..creative blessings, debbie

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  • Wow!!!…you are soooooooooooooooo beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaUtiful!!…congratulations on sticking with your plan…you have accomplished so much professionally and personally…press on!..creative blessings, debbie

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  • Wow!!!…you are soooooooooooooooo beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaUtiful!!…congratulations on sticking with your plan…you have accomplished so much professionally and personally…press on!..creative blessings, debbie

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  • Wow!!!…you are soooooooooooooooo beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaUtiful!!…congratulations on sticking with your plan…you have accomplished so much professionally and personally…press on!..creative blessings, debbie

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  • Wow!!!…you are soooooooooooooooo beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaUtiful!!…congratulations on sticking with your plan…you have accomplished so much professionally and personally…press on!..creative blessings, debbie

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  • Julie, I agree with Mollie above. Since day one I’ve loved you and knew what a wonderful sweet funny awesome woman you were inside and out! So proud of what you’ve done in this year, so inspiring. Thank you for sharing this with us, I love seeing your pictures on IG.
    Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always hard. Showed how strong you really are!! GO JULIE!

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  • Julie, I agree with Mollie above. Since day one I’ve loved you and knew what a wonderful sweet funny awesome woman you were inside and out! So proud of what you’ve done in this year, so inspiring. Thank you for sharing this with us, I love seeing your pictures on IG.
    Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always hard. Showed how strong you really are!! GO JULIE!

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  • Julie, I agree with Mollie above. Since day one I’ve loved you and knew what a wonderful sweet funny awesome woman you were inside and out! So proud of what you’ve done in this year, so inspiring. Thank you for sharing this with us, I love seeing your pictures on IG.
    Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always hard. Showed how strong you really are!! GO JULIE!

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  • Julie, I agree with Mollie above. Since day one I’ve loved you and knew what a wonderful sweet funny awesome woman you were inside and out! So proud of what you’ve done in this year, so inspiring. Thank you for sharing this with us, I love seeing your pictures on IG.
    Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always hard. Showed how strong you really are!! GO JULIE!

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  • Julie, I agree with Mollie above. Since day one I’ve loved you and knew what a wonderful sweet funny awesome woman you were inside and out! So proud of what you’ve done in this year, so inspiring. Thank you for sharing this with us, I love seeing your pictures on IG.
    Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always hard. Showed how strong you really are!! GO JULIE!

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  • Having gone through a divorce myself this year I hear you – it was an emotional roller coaster for several months. And I realized how quickly I got side tracked and not just taking care of me. I applaud you for keeping it together and doing what you have done so far. You look fantastic and it can only get better! Thanks for your willingness to share with all of us…

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  • Having gone through a divorce myself this year I hear you – it was an emotional roller coaster for several months. And I realized how quickly I got side tracked and not just taking care of me. I applaud you for keeping it together and doing what you have done so far. You look fantastic and it can only get better! Thanks for your willingness to share with all of us…

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  • Having gone through a divorce myself this year I hear you – it was an emotional roller coaster for several months. And I realized how quickly I got side tracked and not just taking care of me. I applaud you for keeping it together and doing what you have done so far. You look fantastic and it can only get better! Thanks for your willingness to share with all of us…

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  • Having gone through a divorce myself this year I hear you – it was an emotional roller coaster for several months. And I realized how quickly I got side tracked and not just taking care of me. I applaud you for keeping it together and doing what you have done so far. You look fantastic and it can only get better! Thanks for your willingness to share with all of us…

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  • Having gone through a divorce myself this year I hear you – it was an emotional roller coaster for several months. And I realized how quickly I got side tracked and not just taking care of me. I applaud you for keeping it together and doing what you have done so far. You look fantastic and it can only get better! Thanks for your willingness to share with all of us…

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  • Hi Julie, congratulations and keep up the wonderful progress! Missed you at Collage journeys in VT this past week!

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  • Hi Julie, congratulations and keep up the wonderful progress! Missed you at Collage journeys in VT this past week!

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  • Hi Julie, congratulations and keep up the wonderful progress! Missed you at Collage journeys in VT this past week!

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  • Hi Julie, congratulations and keep up the wonderful progress! Missed you at Collage journeys in VT this past week!

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  • Hi Julie, congratulations and keep up the wonderful progress! Missed you at Collage journeys in VT this past week!

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  • I could see you thinner in each picture you posted – congrats on your WW journey. When I joined WW I didn’t tell anyone, I didn’t want anyone watching me or checking out what I was eating. Thanks for sharing, Julie. People may wonder and ask questions but you do deserve a personal life.

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  • I could see you thinner in each picture you posted – congrats on your WW journey. When I joined WW I didn’t tell anyone, I didn’t want anyone watching me or checking out what I was eating. Thanks for sharing, Julie. People may wonder and ask questions but you do deserve a personal life.

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  • I could see you thinner in each picture you posted – congrats on your WW journey. When I joined WW I didn’t tell anyone, I didn’t want anyone watching me or checking out what I was eating. Thanks for sharing, Julie. People may wonder and ask questions but you do deserve a personal life.

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  • I could see you thinner in each picture you posted – congrats on your WW journey. When I joined WW I didn’t tell anyone, I didn’t want anyone watching me or checking out what I was eating. Thanks for sharing, Julie. People may wonder and ask questions but you do deserve a personal life.

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  • I could see you thinner in each picture you posted – congrats on your WW journey. When I joined WW I didn’t tell anyone, I didn’t want anyone watching me or checking out what I was eating. Thanks for sharing, Julie. People may wonder and ask questions but you do deserve a personal life.

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  • Good for you! You look amazing! You could see the changes happening as you posted pictures of yourself here on you blog. It did not go unnoticed!

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  • Good for you! You look amazing! You could see the changes happening as you posted pictures of yourself here on you blog. It did not go unnoticed!

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  • Good for you! You look amazing! You could see the changes happening as you posted pictures of yourself here on you blog. It did not go unnoticed!

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  • Good for you! You look amazing! You could see the changes happening as you posted pictures of yourself here on you blog. It did not go unnoticed!

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  • Good for you! You look amazing! You could see the changes happening as you posted pictures of yourself here on you blog. It did not go unnoticed!

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  • You look fantastic….I wish you continued success in all that you do and I hope to see you again soon…it has been way too long!

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  • You look fantastic….I wish you continued success in all that you do and I hope to see you again soon…it has been way too long!

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  • You look fantastic….I wish you continued success in all that you do and I hope to see you again soon…it has been way too long!

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  • You look fantastic….I wish you continued success in all that you do and I hope to see you again soon…it has been way too long!

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  • You look fantastic….I wish you continued success in all that you do and I hope to see you again soon…it has been way too long!

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  • You look incredible!! Well done in sticking with it for so long. I have noticed you getting more and more beautiful the last year. (You started at beautiful).

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  • You look incredible!! Well done in sticking with it for so long. I have noticed you getting more and more beautiful the last year. (You started at beautiful).

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  • You look incredible!! Well done in sticking with it for so long. I have noticed you getting more and more beautiful the last year. (You started at beautiful).

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  • You look incredible!! Well done in sticking with it for so long. I have noticed you getting more and more beautiful the last year. (You started at beautiful).

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  • You look incredible!! Well done in sticking with it for so long. I have noticed you getting more and more beautiful the last year. (You started at beautiful).

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  • you look great!!! it can be a hard road sometimes but it’s really worth it! i am on my own weightloss journey again! Keep up the great work! 🙂

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  • you look great!!! it can be a hard road sometimes but it’s really worth it! i am on my own weightloss journey again! Keep up the great work! 🙂

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  • you look great!!! it can be a hard road sometimes but it’s really worth it! i am on my own weightloss journey again! Keep up the great work! 🙂

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  • you look great!!! it can be a hard road sometimes but it’s really worth it! i am on my own weightloss journey again! Keep up the great work! 🙂

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  • you look great!!! it can be a hard road sometimes but it’s really worth it! i am on my own weightloss journey again! Keep up the great work! 🙂

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  • Your courage and determination is an inspiration to us all!!!!! You are beautiful!!!!

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  • Your courage and determination is an inspiration to us all!!!!! You are beautiful!!!!

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  • Your courage and determination is an inspiration to us all!!!!! You are beautiful!!!!

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  • Your courage and determination is an inspiration to us all!!!!! You are beautiful!!!!

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  • Your courage and determination is an inspiration to us all!!!!! You are beautiful!!!!

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  • Congrats on your weight loss journey and success… I had noticed you were more confident lately .
    As always, you are an inspiration to me in so many ways!!! Keep up the beautiful artwork and happiness and continued success in all the other areas of your life too!
    Peace,
    Kim

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  • Congrats on your weight loss journey and success… I had noticed you were more confident lately .
    As always, you are an inspiration to me in so many ways!!! Keep up the beautiful artwork and happiness and continued success in all the other areas of your life too!
    Peace,
    Kim

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  • Congrats on your weight loss journey and success… I had noticed you were more confident lately .
    As always, you are an inspiration to me in so many ways!!! Keep up the beautiful artwork and happiness and continued success in all the other areas of your life too!
    Peace,
    Kim

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  • Congrats on your weight loss journey and success… I had noticed you were more confident lately .
    As always, you are an inspiration to me in so many ways!!! Keep up the beautiful artwork and happiness and continued success in all the other areas of your life too!
    Peace,
    Kim

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  • Congrats on your weight loss journey and success… I had noticed you were more confident lately .
    As always, you are an inspiration to me in so many ways!!! Keep up the beautiful artwork and happiness and continued success in all the other areas of your life too!
    Peace,
    Kim

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  • Wow, super, super, super! Hipp, hipp huray!
    Well done!

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  • Wow, super, super, super! Hipp, hipp huray!
    Well done!

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  • Wow, super, super, super! Hipp, hipp huray!
    Well done!

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  • Wow, super, super, super! Hipp, hipp huray!
    Well done!

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  • Wow, super, super, super! Hipp, hipp huray!
    Well done!

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  • Way to go! That is fantastic!!!! 😀 I’ve just been debating with myself about going to WW. Congratulations on your fabulous success story.

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  • Way to go! That is fantastic!!!! 😀 I’ve just been debating with myself about going to WW. Congratulations on your fabulous success story.

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  • Way to go! That is fantastic!!!! 😀 I’ve just been debating with myself about going to WW. Congratulations on your fabulous success story.

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  • Way to go! That is fantastic!!!! 😀 I’ve just been debating with myself about going to WW. Congratulations on your fabulous success story.

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  • Way to go! That is fantastic!!!! 😀 I’ve just been debating with myself about going to WW. Congratulations on your fabulous success story.

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  • Wow. GREAT job. Weight loss is so hard…I am a WW lifetime member myself, and have lost my focus a bit. Art helps me to cope with emotional challenges – kind of like therapy, but cheaper!! 🙂 I love to sit and create until I get into that zone where I don’t care what time it is – or how much time has past – know what I mean? And art does not add pounds, thankfully! Thank you for sharing your story…keep it up!

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  • Wow. GREAT job. Weight loss is so hard…I am a WW lifetime member myself, and have lost my focus a bit. Art helps me to cope with emotional challenges – kind of like therapy, but cheaper!! 🙂 I love to sit and create until I get into that zone where I don’t care what time it is – or how much time has past – know what I mean? And art does not add pounds, thankfully! Thank you for sharing your story…keep it up!

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  • Wow. GREAT job. Weight loss is so hard…I am a WW lifetime member myself, and have lost my focus a bit. Art helps me to cope with emotional challenges – kind of like therapy, but cheaper!! 🙂 I love to sit and create until I get into that zone where I don’t care what time it is – or how much time has past – know what I mean? And art does not add pounds, thankfully! Thank you for sharing your story…keep it up!

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  • Wow. GREAT job. Weight loss is so hard…I am a WW lifetime member myself, and have lost my focus a bit. Art helps me to cope with emotional challenges – kind of like therapy, but cheaper!! 🙂 I love to sit and create until I get into that zone where I don’t care what time it is – or how much time has past – know what I mean? And art does not add pounds, thankfully! Thank you for sharing your story…keep it up!

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  • Wow. GREAT job. Weight loss is so hard…I am a WW lifetime member myself, and have lost my focus a bit. Art helps me to cope with emotional challenges – kind of like therapy, but cheaper!! 🙂 I love to sit and create until I get into that zone where I don’t care what time it is – or how much time has past – know what I mean? And art does not add pounds, thankfully! Thank you for sharing your story…keep it up!

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  • Julie – I’ve been watching you *shrink* before my eyes through your journey, and wondered if you were following a plan, like WW, or just doing it on your own. I’ve struggled with my weight my whole life, so I can completely relate to your journey. I am SO HAPPY for you! You look absolutely amazing. Stick with it – you ROCK. (and keep doing all those “first time since I lived in NYC” things – so cool! guess you’ve learned roller coasters aren’t your thing, though… no more ‘screamy screams of terror’. LOL!) Best wishes to you in all things ~ ellen x

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  • Julie – I’ve been watching you *shrink* before my eyes through your journey, and wondered if you were following a plan, like WW, or just doing it on your own. I’ve struggled with my weight my whole life, so I can completely relate to your journey. I am SO HAPPY for you! You look absolutely amazing. Stick with it – you ROCK. (and keep doing all those “first time since I lived in NYC” things – so cool! guess you’ve learned roller coasters aren’t your thing, though… no more ‘screamy screams of terror’. LOL!) Best wishes to you in all things ~ ellen x

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  • Julie – I’ve been watching you *shrink* before my eyes through your journey, and wondered if you were following a plan, like WW, or just doing it on your own. I’ve struggled with my weight my whole life, so I can completely relate to your journey. I am SO HAPPY for you! You look absolutely amazing. Stick with it – you ROCK. (and keep doing all those “first time since I lived in NYC” things – so cool! guess you’ve learned roller coasters aren’t your thing, though… no more ‘screamy screams of terror’. LOL!) Best wishes to you in all things ~ ellen x

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  • Julie – I’ve been watching you *shrink* before my eyes through your journey, and wondered if you were following a plan, like WW, or just doing it on your own. I’ve struggled with my weight my whole life, so I can completely relate to your journey. I am SO HAPPY for you! You look absolutely amazing. Stick with it – you ROCK. (and keep doing all those “first time since I lived in NYC” things – so cool! guess you’ve learned roller coasters aren’t your thing, though… no more ‘screamy screams of terror’. LOL!) Best wishes to you in all things ~ ellen x

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  • Julie – I’ve been watching you *shrink* before my eyes through your journey, and wondered if you were following a plan, like WW, or just doing it on your own. I’ve struggled with my weight my whole life, so I can completely relate to your journey. I am SO HAPPY for you! You look absolutely amazing. Stick with it – you ROCK. (and keep doing all those “first time since I lived in NYC” things – so cool! guess you’ve learned roller coasters aren’t your thing, though… no more ‘screamy screams of terror’. LOL!) Best wishes to you in all things ~ ellen x

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  • You look great. Sorry for your troubles….

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  • You look great. Sorry for your troubles….

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  • You look great. Sorry for your troubles….

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  • You look great. Sorry for your troubles….

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  • You look great. Sorry for your troubles….

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  • I know I don’t comment here much but I read every post. Your art inspires me to create every day wither is be in my sketchbook or on canvas. WOW on the weight loss congrats. I did WW after my 1st child and really need to try it now, I need to lose about 35 lbs and I might just have to start. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  • I know I don’t comment here much but I read every post. Your art inspires me to create every day wither is be in my sketchbook or on canvas. WOW on the weight loss congrats. I did WW after my 1st child and really need to try it now, I need to lose about 35 lbs and I might just have to start. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  • I know I don’t comment here much but I read every post. Your art inspires me to create every day wither is be in my sketchbook or on canvas. WOW on the weight loss congrats. I did WW after my 1st child and really need to try it now, I need to lose about 35 lbs and I might just have to start. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  • I know I don’t comment here much but I read every post. Your art inspires me to create every day wither is be in my sketchbook or on canvas. WOW on the weight loss congrats. I did WW after my 1st child and really need to try it now, I need to lose about 35 lbs and I might just have to start. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  • I know I don’t comment here much but I read every post. Your art inspires me to create every day wither is be in my sketchbook or on canvas. WOW on the weight loss congrats. I did WW after my 1st child and really need to try it now, I need to lose about 35 lbs and I might just have to start. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  • i KNEW it! I only have been following your blog for a short time and you seemed thinner. good for you!
    I also applaud that you are only keeping your weight loss posts to two– I love reading about your art adventures.
    someday I am going to one of your classes at the inkpad just so I can meet you.

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  • i KNEW it! I only have been following your blog for a short time and you seemed thinner. good for you!
    I also applaud that you are only keeping your weight loss posts to two– I love reading about your art adventures.
    someday I am going to one of your classes at the inkpad just so I can meet you.

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  • i KNEW it! I only have been following your blog for a short time and you seemed thinner. good for you!
    I also applaud that you are only keeping your weight loss posts to two– I love reading about your art adventures.
    someday I am going to one of your classes at the inkpad just so I can meet you.

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  • i KNEW it! I only have been following your blog for a short time and you seemed thinner. good for you!
    I also applaud that you are only keeping your weight loss posts to two– I love reading about your art adventures.
    someday I am going to one of your classes at the inkpad just so I can meet you.

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  • i KNEW it! I only have been following your blog for a short time and you seemed thinner. good for you!
    I also applaud that you are only keeping your weight loss posts to two– I love reading about your art adventures.
    someday I am going to one of your classes at the inkpad just so I can meet you.

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beatuiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art! Love ya girl!

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beatuiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art! Love ya girl!

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beatuiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art! Love ya girl!

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beatuiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art! Love ya girl!

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beatuiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art! Love ya girl!

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  • You look amazing! To know you did it under difficult circumstances must feel empowering and is truly inspirational! How much did you exercise during the process? II was on WW until I was seriously ill last year. I follow the plan on my own…….but only sometimes. I have gotten sloppy. I always worry about how bad the loose skin will look…….silly I know.

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  • You look amazing! To know you did it under difficult circumstances must feel empowering and is truly inspirational! How much did you exercise during the process? II was on WW until I was seriously ill last year. I follow the plan on my own…….but only sometimes. I have gotten sloppy. I always worry about how bad the loose skin will look…….silly I know.

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  • You look amazing! To know you did it under difficult circumstances must feel empowering and is truly inspirational! How much did you exercise during the process? II was on WW until I was seriously ill last year. I follow the plan on my own…….but only sometimes. I have gotten sloppy. I always worry about how bad the loose skin will look…….silly I know.

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  • You look amazing! To know you did it under difficult circumstances must feel empowering and is truly inspirational! How much did you exercise during the process? II was on WW until I was seriously ill last year. I follow the plan on my own…….but only sometimes. I have gotten sloppy. I always worry about how bad the loose skin will look…….silly I know.

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  • You look amazing! To know you did it under difficult circumstances must feel empowering and is truly inspirational! How much did you exercise during the process? II was on WW until I was seriously ill last year. I follow the plan on my own…….but only sometimes. I have gotten sloppy. I always worry about how bad the loose skin will look…….silly I know.

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beautiful! Congratulations on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art. Remember it’s the journey not the destination…..luv ya girl!

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beautiful! Congratulations on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art. Remember it’s the journey not the destination…..luv ya girl!

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beautiful! Congratulations on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art. Remember it’s the journey not the destination…..luv ya girl!

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beautiful! Congratulations on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art. Remember it’s the journey not the destination…..luv ya girl!

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  • Julie you were already a pretty girl, now you are absolutely beautiful! Congratulations on your success with your weight loss! So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a very difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of you! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your journey of art. Remember it’s the journey not the destination…..luv ya girl!

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  • Way to go, Julie! It’s not easy but if you stick to it WW works. You’re such in an inspiration in so many ways!

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  • Way to go, Julie! It’s not easy but if you stick to it WW works. You’re such in an inspiration in so many ways!

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  • Way to go, Julie! It’s not easy but if you stick to it WW works. You’re such in an inspiration in so many ways!

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  • Way to go, Julie! It’s not easy but if you stick to it WW works. You’re such in an inspiration in so many ways!

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  • Way to go, Julie! It’s not easy but if you stick to it WW works. You’re such in an inspiration in so many ways!

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  • Congrats. You look great. I thought I saw a change in your appearance with the photo shoot for your picture promos. Gorgeous girl. You are amazing!

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  • Congrats. You look great. I thought I saw a change in your appearance with the photo shoot for your picture promos. Gorgeous girl. You are amazing!

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  • Congrats. You look great. I thought I saw a change in your appearance with the photo shoot for your picture promos. Gorgeous girl. You are amazing!

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  • Congrats. You look great. I thought I saw a change in your appearance with the photo shoot for your picture promos. Gorgeous girl. You are amazing!

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  • Congrats. You look great. I thought I saw a change in your appearance with the photo shoot for your picture promos. Gorgeous girl. You are amazing!

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  • WOW! What an inspiration – so awesome!!!! Having once lost 80 lbs myself, I know how hard, but also how gratifying it can be. Way to go!!!!

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  • WOW! What an inspiration – so awesome!!!! Having once lost 80 lbs myself, I know how hard, but also how gratifying it can be. Way to go!!!!

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  • WOW! What an inspiration – so awesome!!!! Having once lost 80 lbs myself, I know how hard, but also how gratifying it can be. Way to go!!!!

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  • WOW! What an inspiration – so awesome!!!! Having once lost 80 lbs myself, I know how hard, but also how gratifying it can be. Way to go!!!!

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  • WOW! What an inspiration – so awesome!!!! Having once lost 80 lbs myself, I know how hard, but also how gratifying it can be. Way to go!!!!

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  • I’m so happy for you as I know how it feels to be big! Life is so much easier when one is on the lighter side! Good luck!

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  • I’m so happy for you as I know how it feels to be big! Life is so much easier when one is on the lighter side! Good luck!

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  • I’m so happy for you as I know how it feels to be big! Life is so much easier when one is on the lighter side! Good luck!

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  • I’m so happy for you as I know how it feels to be big! Life is so much easier when one is on the lighter side! Good luck!

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  • I’m so happy for you as I know how it feels to be big! Life is so much easier when one is on the lighter side! Good luck!

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  • Julie you look so fabulous!

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  • Julie you look so fabulous!

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  • Julie you look so fabulous!

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  • Julie you look so fabulous!

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  • Julie you look so fabulous!

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  • Congratulations, job well done!! You should be very proud of yourself!!

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  • Congratulations, job well done!! You should be very proud of yourself!!

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  • Congratulations, job well done!! You should be very proud of yourself!!

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  • Congratulations, job well done!! You should be very proud of yourself!!

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  • Congratulations, job well done!! You should be very proud of yourself!!

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  • It’s been a while since I’ve commented here, but I wanted to let you know how amazing it is that you persevered, the result is phenomenal!

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  • It’s been a while since I’ve commented here, but I wanted to let you know how amazing it is that you persevered, the result is phenomenal!

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  • It’s been a while since I’ve commented here, but I wanted to let you know how amazing it is that you persevered, the result is phenomenal!

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  • It’s been a while since I’ve commented here, but I wanted to let you know how amazing it is that you persevered, the result is phenomenal!

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  • It’s been a while since I’ve commented here, but I wanted to let you know how amazing it is that you persevered, the result is phenomenal!

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  • Julie, you look amazing. Than you for sharing your very inspirational story. So, not only do you inspire art, you inspire health and perseverance! You go, girl!

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  • Julie, you look amazing. Than you for sharing your very inspirational story. So, not only do you inspire art, you inspire health and perseverance! You go, girl!

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  • Julie, you look amazing. Than you for sharing your very inspirational story. So, not only do you inspire art, you inspire health and perseverance! You go, girl!

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  • Julie, you look amazing. Than you for sharing your very inspirational story. So, not only do you inspire art, you inspire health and perseverance! You go, girl!

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  • Julie, you look amazing. Than you for sharing your very inspirational story. So, not only do you inspire art, you inspire health and perseverance! You go, girl!

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  • Thank you for sharing your story Julie. You are a continuing inspiration and, even though I don’t comment very often, you continue to rock my world with your beautiful being.

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  • Thank you for sharing your story Julie. You are a continuing inspiration and, even though I don’t comment very often, you continue to rock my world with your beautiful being.

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  • Thank you for sharing your story Julie. You are a continuing inspiration and, even though I don’t comment very often, you continue to rock my world with your beautiful being.

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  • Thank you for sharing your story Julie. You are a continuing inspiration and, even though I don’t comment very often, you continue to rock my world with your beautiful being.

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  • Thank you for sharing your story Julie. You are a continuing inspiration and, even though I don’t comment very often, you continue to rock my world with your beautiful being.

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  • I knew it!!! You go, girl! Starting my personal journey and it’s scary, but I’m gonna do it! Fondly, Tami

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  • I knew it!!! You go, girl! Starting my personal journey and it’s scary, but I’m gonna do it! Fondly, Tami

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  • I knew it!!! You go, girl! Starting my personal journey and it’s scary, but I’m gonna do it! Fondly, Tami

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  • I knew it!!! You go, girl! Starting my personal journey and it’s scary, but I’m gonna do it! Fondly, Tami

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  • I knew it!!! You go, girl! Starting my personal journey and it’s scary, but I’m gonna do it! Fondly, Tami

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  • CONGRATULATIONS! You have been changing in front of our eyes! Keeping up with it when things are not going well is amazing. Be proud, be amazing and keep moving forward!

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  • CONGRATULATIONS! You have been changing in front of our eyes! Keeping up with it when things are not going well is amazing. Be proud, be amazing and keep moving forward!

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  • CONGRATULATIONS! You have been changing in front of our eyes! Keeping up with it when things are not going well is amazing. Be proud, be amazing and keep moving forward!

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  • CONGRATULATIONS! You have been changing in front of our eyes! Keeping up with it when things are not going well is amazing. Be proud, be amazing and keep moving forward!

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  • CONGRATULATIONS! You have been changing in front of our eyes! Keeping up with it when things are not going well is amazing. Be proud, be amazing and keep moving forward!

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  • How do you feel now having lost 100 pounds? Have you bought any new fun clothing that makes you feel as fabulous as you look? I hope so because you look marvelous and deserve beautiful things!!! Sharing your story was a very brave thing to do and makes me admire you more. Keep up the GREAT work health wise AND artistically. And thank you for sharing!
    Peace,
    Donna

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  • How do you feel now having lost 100 pounds? Have you bought any new fun clothing that makes you feel as fabulous as you look? I hope so because you look marvelous and deserve beautiful things!!! Sharing your story was a very brave thing to do and makes me admire you more. Keep up the GREAT work health wise AND artistically. And thank you for sharing!
    Peace,
    Donna

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  • How do you feel now having lost 100 pounds? Have you bought any new fun clothing that makes you feel as fabulous as you look? I hope so because you look marvelous and deserve beautiful things!!! Sharing your story was a very brave thing to do and makes me admire you more. Keep up the GREAT work health wise AND artistically. And thank you for sharing!
    Peace,
    Donna

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  • How do you feel now having lost 100 pounds? Have you bought any new fun clothing that makes you feel as fabulous as you look? I hope so because you look marvelous and deserve beautiful things!!! Sharing your story was a very brave thing to do and makes me admire you more. Keep up the GREAT work health wise AND artistically. And thank you for sharing!
    Peace,
    Donna

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  • How do you feel now having lost 100 pounds? Have you bought any new fun clothing that makes you feel as fabulous as you look? I hope so because you look marvelous and deserve beautiful things!!! Sharing your story was a very brave thing to do and makes me admire you more. Keep up the GREAT work health wise AND artistically. And thank you for sharing!
    Peace,
    Donna

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  • What a lot of work and a lot of perseverance. Thanks for sharing! (Love your art, you inspired me to begin to do art every day).

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  • What a lot of work and a lot of perseverance. Thanks for sharing! (Love your art, you inspired me to begin to do art every day).

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  • What a lot of work and a lot of perseverance. Thanks for sharing! (Love your art, you inspired me to begin to do art every day).

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  • What a lot of work and a lot of perseverance. Thanks for sharing! (Love your art, you inspired me to begin to do art every day).

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  • What a lot of work and a lot of perseverance. Thanks for sharing! (Love your art, you inspired me to begin to do art every day).

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  • Julie.. I could see the difference in you as time went on. So amazing. It would have been so easy to give in after such stress as a divorce; so sorry about that. I, too, joined WW at the end of January and have lost about 34 pounds. Such a great feeling. Go points plus!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  • Julie.. I could see the difference in you as time went on. So amazing. It would have been so easy to give in after such stress as a divorce; so sorry about that. I, too, joined WW at the end of January and have lost about 34 pounds. Such a great feeling. Go points plus!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  • Julie.. I could see the difference in you as time went on. So amazing. It would have been so easy to give in after such stress as a divorce; so sorry about that. I, too, joined WW at the end of January and have lost about 34 pounds. Such a great feeling. Go points plus!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  • Julie.. I could see the difference in you as time went on. So amazing. It would have been so easy to give in after such stress as a divorce; so sorry about that. I, too, joined WW at the end of January and have lost about 34 pounds. Such a great feeling. Go points plus!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  • Julie.. I could see the difference in you as time went on. So amazing. It would have been so easy to give in after such stress as a divorce; so sorry about that. I, too, joined WW at the end of January and have lost about 34 pounds. Such a great feeling. Go points plus!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  • Julie, You inspire so many people! In so many ways! Thank you!

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  • Julie, You inspire so many people! In so many ways! Thank you!

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  • Julie, You inspire so many people! In so many ways! Thank you!

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  • Julie, You inspire so many people! In so many ways! Thank you!

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  • Julie, You inspire so many people! In so many ways! Thank you!

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  • You look great! Congratulations!

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  • You look great! Congratulations!

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  • You look great! Congratulations!

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  • You look great! Congratulations!

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  • You look great! Congratulations!

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  • Your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration-in so many ways! So happy I found your blog…I look forward to it every morning.

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  • Your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration-in so many ways! So happy I found your blog…I look forward to it every morning.

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  • Your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration-in so many ways! So happy I found your blog…I look forward to it every morning.

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  • Your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration-in so many ways! So happy I found your blog…I look forward to it every morning.

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  • Your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration-in so many ways! So happy I found your blog…I look forward to it every morning.

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  • Julie, your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration…in so many ways. A very big congratulations to you!

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  • Julie, your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration…in so many ways. A very big congratulations to you!

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  • Julie, your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration…in so many ways. A very big congratulations to you!

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  • Julie, your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration…in so many ways. A very big congratulations to you!

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  • Julie, your smile in the after picture says it all. You are such an inspiration…in so many ways. A very big congratulations to you!

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  • You look amazing, beautiful!! Congrats!

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  • You look amazing, beautiful!! Congrats!

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  • You look amazing, beautiful!! Congrats!

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  • You look amazing, beautiful!! Congrats!

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  • You look amazing, beautiful!! Congrats!

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  • Congrats!! I thought you have looked thinner and now I know you are. You are an inspiatioN!

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  • Congrats!! I thought you have looked thinner and now I know you are. You are an inspiatioN!

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  • Congrats!! I thought you have looked thinner and now I know you are. You are an inspiatioN!

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  • Congrats!! I thought you have looked thinner and now I know you are. You are an inspiatioN!

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  • Congrats!! I thought you have looked thinner and now I know you are. You are an inspiatioN!

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  • WeightWatchers is awesome and so are you! The WW plan worked for me, and I have kept my 30 pounds off for over two years! Congratulations to you for your accomplishment, especially since you are a very busy person who travels frequently. I find that traveling is the hardest time to stay “with the plan.” You continue to be both an artistic and personal inspiration to many of us!

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  • WeightWatchers is awesome and so are you! The WW plan worked for me, and I have kept my 30 pounds off for over two years! Congratulations to you for your accomplishment, especially since you are a very busy person who travels frequently. I find that traveling is the hardest time to stay “with the plan.” You continue to be both an artistic and personal inspiration to many of us!

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  • WeightWatchers is awesome and so are you! The WW plan worked for me, and I have kept my 30 pounds off for over two years! Congratulations to you for your accomplishment, especially since you are a very busy person who travels frequently. I find that traveling is the hardest time to stay “with the plan.” You continue to be both an artistic and personal inspiration to many of us!

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  • WeightWatchers is awesome and so are you! The WW plan worked for me, and I have kept my 30 pounds off for over two years! Congratulations to you for your accomplishment, especially since you are a very busy person who travels frequently. I find that traveling is the hardest time to stay “with the plan.” You continue to be both an artistic and personal inspiration to many of us!

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  • WeightWatchers is awesome and so are you! The WW plan worked for me, and I have kept my 30 pounds off for over two years! Congratulations to you for your accomplishment, especially since you are a very busy person who travels frequently. I find that traveling is the hardest time to stay “with the plan.” You continue to be both an artistic and personal inspiration to many of us!

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  • You look amazing! Proud of you!

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  • You look amazing! Proud of you!

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  • You look amazing! Proud of you!

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  • You look amazing! Proud of you!

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  • You look amazing! Proud of you!

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  • My daughter and I have been noticing how great you look! Weight Watchers is such a healthy flexible program! Wishing you the best!

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  • My daughter and I have been noticing how great you look! Weight Watchers is such a healthy flexible program! Wishing you the best!

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  • My daughter and I have been noticing how great you look! Weight Watchers is such a healthy flexible program! Wishing you the best!

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  • My daughter and I have been noticing how great you look! Weight Watchers is such a healthy flexible program! Wishing you the best!

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  • My daughter and I have been noticing how great you look! Weight Watchers is such a healthy flexible program! Wishing you the best!

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  • I had noticed the weight loss but just thought it was my eyes. Thanks for sharing your story and giving me the inspiration to start my weight loss journey again. You continue to inspire through your art and now this. I’m sorry about your marriage.

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  • I had noticed the weight loss but just thought it was my eyes. Thanks for sharing your story and giving me the inspiration to start my weight loss journey again. You continue to inspire through your art and now this. I’m sorry about your marriage.

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  • I had noticed the weight loss but just thought it was my eyes. Thanks for sharing your story and giving me the inspiration to start my weight loss journey again. You continue to inspire through your art and now this. I’m sorry about your marriage.

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  • I had noticed the weight loss but just thought it was my eyes. Thanks for sharing your story and giving me the inspiration to start my weight loss journey again. You continue to inspire through your art and now this. I’m sorry about your marriage.

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  • I had noticed the weight loss but just thought it was my eyes. Thanks for sharing your story and giving me the inspiration to start my weight loss journey again. You continue to inspire through your art and now this. I’m sorry about your marriage.

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  • You look adorable, but most striking is the smile on your face, having known you met your own challenge.:)

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  • You look adorable, but most striking is the smile on your face, having known you met your own challenge.:)

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  • You look adorable, but most striking is the smile on your face, having known you met your own challenge.:)

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  • You look adorable, but most striking is the smile on your face, having known you met your own challenge.:)

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  • You look adorable, but most striking is the smile on your face, having known you met your own challenge.:)

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  • What are you doing for exercise?? You look awesome, congrats 🙂

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  • What are you doing for exercise?? You look awesome, congrats 🙂

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  • What are you doing for exercise?? You look awesome, congrats 🙂

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  • What are you doing for exercise?? You look awesome, congrats 🙂

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  • What are you doing for exercise?? You look awesome, congrats 🙂

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  • Thanks Julie for sharing. The changes were emerging slowly but it was there. I know how hard it is to loose weight and after a year of perseverance you must be feeling so proud. Keep it up and keep on wowing us!
    Hugs n luv.

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  • Thanks Julie for sharing. The changes were emerging slowly but it was there. I know how hard it is to loose weight and after a year of perseverance you must be feeling so proud. Keep it up and keep on wowing us!
    Hugs n luv.

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  • Thanks Julie for sharing. The changes were emerging slowly but it was there. I know how hard it is to loose weight and after a year of perseverance you must be feeling so proud. Keep it up and keep on wowing us!
    Hugs n luv.

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  • Thanks Julie for sharing. The changes were emerging slowly but it was there. I know how hard it is to loose weight and after a year of perseverance you must be feeling so proud. Keep it up and keep on wowing us!
    Hugs n luv.

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  • Thanks Julie for sharing. The changes were emerging slowly but it was there. I know how hard it is to loose weight and after a year of perseverance you must be feeling so proud. Keep it up and keep on wowing us!
    Hugs n luv.

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  • You are an inspiration both for the art that you do and share and in your personal life. You look wonderful and are just beautiful in every way. Congrats on your weight loss.

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  • You are an inspiration both for the art that you do and share and in your personal life. You look wonderful and are just beautiful in every way. Congrats on your weight loss.

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  • You are an inspiration both for the art that you do and share and in your personal life. You look wonderful and are just beautiful in every way. Congrats on your weight loss.

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  • You are an inspiration both for the art that you do and share and in your personal life. You look wonderful and are just beautiful in every way. Congrats on your weight loss.

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  • You are an inspiration both for the art that you do and share and in your personal life. You look wonderful and are just beautiful in every way. Congrats on your weight loss.

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  • Congratulations, Julie! That is fabulous. You look wonderful.

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  • Congratulations, Julie! That is fabulous. You look wonderful.

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  • Congratulations, Julie! That is fabulous. You look wonderful.

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  • Congratulations, Julie! That is fabulous. You look wonderful.

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  • Congratulations, Julie! That is fabulous. You look wonderful.

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  • Well done! You look amazing.

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  • Well done! You look amazing.

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  • Well done! You look amazing.

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  • Well done! You look amazing.

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  • Well done! You look amazing.

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  • Wow! You look fantastic Julie, and more importantly, are healthier. Yeah for you!

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  • Wow! You look fantastic Julie, and more importantly, are healthier. Yeah for you!

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  • Wow! You look fantastic Julie, and more importantly, are healthier. Yeah for you!

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  • Wow! You look fantastic Julie, and more importantly, are healthier. Yeah for you!

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  • Wow! You look fantastic Julie, and more importantly, are healthier. Yeah for you!

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  • I so enjoyed taking your lettering class in New Jersey and was blown away by how wonderful you looked. Yes, your blog is all about art….but it is also about the artist that inspires so many of us to become better at….just better. While you have made me feel like I can actually do so much more than I thought art-wise, I am now inspired to believe I can lose weight, too. You are a great inspiration to many people in more ways than you know. Thank you thank you thank you.

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  • I so enjoyed taking your lettering class in New Jersey and was blown away by how wonderful you looked. Yes, your blog is all about art….but it is also about the artist that inspires so many of us to become better at….just better. While you have made me feel like I can actually do so much more than I thought art-wise, I am now inspired to believe I can lose weight, too. You are a great inspiration to many people in more ways than you know. Thank you thank you thank you.

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  • I so enjoyed taking your lettering class in New Jersey and was blown away by how wonderful you looked. Yes, your blog is all about art….but it is also about the artist that inspires so many of us to become better at….just better. While you have made me feel like I can actually do so much more than I thought art-wise, I am now inspired to believe I can lose weight, too. You are a great inspiration to many people in more ways than you know. Thank you thank you thank you.

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  • I so enjoyed taking your lettering class in New Jersey and was blown away by how wonderful you looked. Yes, your blog is all about art….but it is also about the artist that inspires so many of us to become better at….just better. While you have made me feel like I can actually do so much more than I thought art-wise, I am now inspired to believe I can lose weight, too. You are a great inspiration to many people in more ways than you know. Thank you thank you thank you.

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  • I so enjoyed taking your lettering class in New Jersey and was blown away by how wonderful you looked. Yes, your blog is all about art….but it is also about the artist that inspires so many of us to become better at….just better. While you have made me feel like I can actually do so much more than I thought art-wise, I am now inspired to believe I can lose weight, too. You are a great inspiration to many people in more ways than you know. Thank you thank you thank you.

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  • Oh Julie, when I saw you so gorgeous on your travel in German, I was wondering if you would never speak about it. And now you did it, in a gracious , gentle manner , as you always do.
    I’m sorry for you having a rough time. But …you come out great, and your face is so sweet and beautiful!

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  • Oh Julie, when I saw you so gorgeous on your travel in German, I was wondering if you would never speak about it. And now you did it, in a gracious , gentle manner , as you always do.
    I’m sorry for you having a rough time. But …you come out great, and your face is so sweet and beautiful!

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  • Oh Julie, when I saw you so gorgeous on your travel in German, I was wondering if you would never speak about it. And now you did it, in a gracious , gentle manner , as you always do.
    I’m sorry for you having a rough time. But …you come out great, and your face is so sweet and beautiful!

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  • Oh Julie, when I saw you so gorgeous on your travel in German, I was wondering if you would never speak about it. And now you did it, in a gracious , gentle manner , as you always do.
    I’m sorry for you having a rough time. But …you come out great, and your face is so sweet and beautiful!

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  • Oh Julie, when I saw you so gorgeous on your travel in German, I was wondering if you would never speak about it. And now you did it, in a gracious , gentle manner , as you always do.
    I’m sorry for you having a rough time. But …you come out great, and your face is so sweet and beautiful!

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  • This is my first time to comment, although I faithfully read your blog. I am so inspired by your ability to take care of your own needs and nurture your commitment to yourself even through relationship upheaval (heart-wrenching enough to de-rail even the most disciplined of us at the best of times). Success looks beautiful on you Julie!

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  • This is my first time to comment, although I faithfully read your blog. I am so inspired by your ability to take care of your own needs and nurture your commitment to yourself even through relationship upheaval (heart-wrenching enough to de-rail even the most disciplined of us at the best of times). Success looks beautiful on you Julie!

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  • This is my first time to comment, although I faithfully read your blog. I am so inspired by your ability to take care of your own needs and nurture your commitment to yourself even through relationship upheaval (heart-wrenching enough to de-rail even the most disciplined of us at the best of times). Success looks beautiful on you Julie!

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  • This is my first time to comment, although I faithfully read your blog. I am so inspired by your ability to take care of your own needs and nurture your commitment to yourself even through relationship upheaval (heart-wrenching enough to de-rail even the most disciplined of us at the best of times). Success looks beautiful on you Julie!

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  • This is my first time to comment, although I faithfully read your blog. I am so inspired by your ability to take care of your own needs and nurture your commitment to yourself even through relationship upheaval (heart-wrenching enough to de-rail even the most disciplined of us at the best of times). Success looks beautiful on you Julie!

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  • Julie, Outstanding! You look AMAZING!

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  • Julie, Outstanding! You look AMAZING!

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  • Julie, Outstanding! You look AMAZING!

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  • Julie, Outstanding! You look AMAZING!

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  • Julie, Outstanding! You look AMAZING!

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  • Sorry about your troubles. Wishing you well, in all things. Art can be a great sustaining force.

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  • Sorry about your troubles. Wishing you well, in all things. Art can be a great sustaining force.

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  • Sorry about your troubles. Wishing you well, in all things. Art can be a great sustaining force.

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  • Sorry about your troubles. Wishing you well, in all things. Art can be a great sustaining force.

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  • Sorry about your troubles. Wishing you well, in all things. Art can be a great sustaining force.

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  • Julie–you really do look beautiful and amazing–but then, I always thought you were beautiful and I continue to be inspired by you along with so many other artists. Everything you’ve been through just shows that you are one of the most important things an artist can be: brave. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Blessings and hugs.

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  • Julie–you really do look beautiful and amazing–but then, I always thought you were beautiful and I continue to be inspired by you along with so many other artists. Everything you’ve been through just shows that you are one of the most important things an artist can be: brave. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Blessings and hugs.

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  • Julie–you really do look beautiful and amazing–but then, I always thought you were beautiful and I continue to be inspired by you along with so many other artists. Everything you’ve been through just shows that you are one of the most important things an artist can be: brave. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Blessings and hugs.

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  • Julie–you really do look beautiful and amazing–but then, I always thought you were beautiful and I continue to be inspired by you along with so many other artists. Everything you’ve been through just shows that you are one of the most important things an artist can be: brave. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Blessings and hugs.

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  • Julie–you really do look beautiful and amazing–but then, I always thought you were beautiful and I continue to be inspired by you along with so many other artists. Everything you’ve been through just shows that you are one of the most important things an artist can be: brave. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Blessings and hugs.

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  • Julie, as I told you in person, you have always been beautiful. But since the weight loss … you are absolutely gorgeous! How did you do it? I’m on a weight loss program right now, basically just eating less and barely any sweets. Thanks for this blog! xo

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  • Julie, as I told you in person, you have always been beautiful. But since the weight loss … you are absolutely gorgeous! How did you do it? I’m on a weight loss program right now, basically just eating less and barely any sweets. Thanks for this blog! xo

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  • Julie, as I told you in person, you have always been beautiful. But since the weight loss … you are absolutely gorgeous! How did you do it? I’m on a weight loss program right now, basically just eating less and barely any sweets. Thanks for this blog! xo

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  • Julie, as I told you in person, you have always been beautiful. But since the weight loss … you are absolutely gorgeous! How did you do it? I’m on a weight loss program right now, basically just eating less and barely any sweets. Thanks for this blog! xo

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  • Julie, as I told you in person, you have always been beautiful. But since the weight loss … you are absolutely gorgeous! How did you do it? I’m on a weight loss program right now, basically just eating less and barely any sweets. Thanks for this blog! xo

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  • wow Julie! That is truly amazing! You look fantastic and I’m sure you feel so much better too! Awesome story!

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  • wow Julie! That is truly amazing! You look fantastic and I’m sure you feel so much better too! Awesome story!

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  • wow Julie! That is truly amazing! You look fantastic and I’m sure you feel so much better too! Awesome story!

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  • wow Julie! That is truly amazing! You look fantastic and I’m sure you feel so much better too! Awesome story!

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  • wow Julie! That is truly amazing! You look fantastic and I’m sure you feel so much better too! Awesome story!

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  • Way to go! Weight loss AND art! You rock em both, Julie!

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  • Way to go! Weight loss AND art! You rock em both, Julie!

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  • Way to go! Weight loss AND art! You rock em both, Julie!

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  • Way to go! Weight loss AND art! You rock em both, Julie!

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  • Way to go! Weight loss AND art! You rock em both, Julie!

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  • Well done! You should be so proud of yourself. I noticed but didn’t want to ask. How could one not notice. I love seeing you express yourself thru what you are wearing in your elevator selfies. You pull together fun outfits. Congratulations!

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  • Well done! You should be so proud of yourself. I noticed but didn’t want to ask. How could one not notice. I love seeing you express yourself thru what you are wearing in your elevator selfies. You pull together fun outfits. Congratulations!

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  • Well done! You should be so proud of yourself. I noticed but didn’t want to ask. How could one not notice. I love seeing you express yourself thru what you are wearing in your elevator selfies. You pull together fun outfits. Congratulations!

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  • Well done! You should be so proud of yourself. I noticed but didn’t want to ask. How could one not notice. I love seeing you express yourself thru what you are wearing in your elevator selfies. You pull together fun outfits. Congratulations!

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  • Well done! You should be so proud of yourself. I noticed but didn’t want to ask. How could one not notice. I love seeing you express yourself thru what you are wearing in your elevator selfies. You pull together fun outfits. Congratulations!

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  • Congrats to you!! I’ve noticed you’ve slimmed down over the last year. I didn’t realize you got divorced. I’m sorry. Good for you for sticking with it and doing so amazing! I did WW back in 09′ and lost 87 lbs. I gained most of it back the following year and had to relose it. Maintaining to me was harder than losing it. You can do it though. I think you look great!! 🙂

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  • Congrats to you!! I’ve noticed you’ve slimmed down over the last year. I didn’t realize you got divorced. I’m sorry. Good for you for sticking with it and doing so amazing! I did WW back in 09′ and lost 87 lbs. I gained most of it back the following year and had to relose it. Maintaining to me was harder than losing it. You can do it though. I think you look great!! 🙂

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  • Congrats to you!! I’ve noticed you’ve slimmed down over the last year. I didn’t realize you got divorced. I’m sorry. Good for you for sticking with it and doing so amazing! I did WW back in 09′ and lost 87 lbs. I gained most of it back the following year and had to relose it. Maintaining to me was harder than losing it. You can do it though. I think you look great!! 🙂

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  • Congrats to you!! I’ve noticed you’ve slimmed down over the last year. I didn’t realize you got divorced. I’m sorry. Good for you for sticking with it and doing so amazing! I did WW back in 09′ and lost 87 lbs. I gained most of it back the following year and had to relose it. Maintaining to me was harder than losing it. You can do it though. I think you look great!! 🙂

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  • Congrats to you!! I’ve noticed you’ve slimmed down over the last year. I didn’t realize you got divorced. I’m sorry. Good for you for sticking with it and doing so amazing! I did WW back in 09′ and lost 87 lbs. I gained most of it back the following year and had to relose it. Maintaining to me was harder than losing it. You can do it though. I think you look great!! 🙂

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  • Julie-Another comment: I’m so happy that you persevered despite the divorce. I kind of guessed that he was out of the picture by various things in (and not in) your blog posts. You have a brilliant life ahead of you in so many ways. Cheers!

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  • Julie-Another comment: I’m so happy that you persevered despite the divorce. I kind of guessed that he was out of the picture by various things in (and not in) your blog posts. You have a brilliant life ahead of you in so many ways. Cheers!

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  • Julie-Another comment: I’m so happy that you persevered despite the divorce. I kind of guessed that he was out of the picture by various things in (and not in) your blog posts. You have a brilliant life ahead of you in so many ways. Cheers!

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  • Julie-Another comment: I’m so happy that you persevered despite the divorce. I kind of guessed that he was out of the picture by various things in (and not in) your blog posts. You have a brilliant life ahead of you in so many ways. Cheers!

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  • Julie-Another comment: I’m so happy that you persevered despite the divorce. I kind of guessed that he was out of the picture by various things in (and not in) your blog posts. You have a brilliant life ahead of you in so many ways. Cheers!

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  • I had emailed you back in may I think? that I thought you were losing weight and looking fantastic but then I never heard back so I thought I offended you. Then I thought no she prolly gets a lot of email and no way she noticed my little ol note.
    you look fantastic!!

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  • I had emailed you back in may I think? that I thought you were losing weight and looking fantastic but then I never heard back so I thought I offended you. Then I thought no she prolly gets a lot of email and no way she noticed my little ol note.
    you look fantastic!!

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  • I had emailed you back in may I think? that I thought you were losing weight and looking fantastic but then I never heard back so I thought I offended you. Then I thought no she prolly gets a lot of email and no way she noticed my little ol note.
    you look fantastic!!

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  • I had emailed you back in may I think? that I thought you were losing weight and looking fantastic but then I never heard back so I thought I offended you. Then I thought no she prolly gets a lot of email and no way she noticed my little ol note.
    you look fantastic!!

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  • I had emailed you back in may I think? that I thought you were losing weight and looking fantastic but then I never heard back so I thought I offended you. Then I thought no she prolly gets a lot of email and no way she noticed my little ol note.
    you look fantastic!!

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  • We started our journeys around the exact same time! I started on July 2, 2012. I’m down 85 lbs. You look amazing and I’m so glad you “came out”! Congratulations on all your hard work and great consistency.

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  • We started our journeys around the exact same time! I started on July 2, 2012. I’m down 85 lbs. You look amazing and I’m so glad you “came out”! Congratulations on all your hard work and great consistency.

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  • We started our journeys around the exact same time! I started on July 2, 2012. I’m down 85 lbs. You look amazing and I’m so glad you “came out”! Congratulations on all your hard work and great consistency.

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  • We started our journeys around the exact same time! I started on July 2, 2012. I’m down 85 lbs. You look amazing and I’m so glad you “came out”! Congratulations on all your hard work and great consistency.

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  • We started our journeys around the exact same time! I started on July 2, 2012. I’m down 85 lbs. You look amazing and I’m so glad you “came out”! Congratulations on all your hard work and great consistency.

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  • I just wanted to stop by and say…..JOB WELL DONE….even in the face of “huge heart breaking change” you chose to stand for you!!! My Hats off to you girl!!! THANK YOU FOR THE INSPIRATION!!!!

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  • I just wanted to stop by and say…..JOB WELL DONE….even in the face of “huge heart breaking change” you chose to stand for you!!! My Hats off to you girl!!! THANK YOU FOR THE INSPIRATION!!!!

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  • I just wanted to stop by and say…..JOB WELL DONE….even in the face of “huge heart breaking change” you chose to stand for you!!! My Hats off to you girl!!! THANK YOU FOR THE INSPIRATION!!!!

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  • I just wanted to stop by and say…..JOB WELL DONE….even in the face of “huge heart breaking change” you chose to stand for you!!! My Hats off to you girl!!! THANK YOU FOR THE INSPIRATION!!!!

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  • I just wanted to stop by and say…..JOB WELL DONE….even in the face of “huge heart breaking change” you chose to stand for you!!! My Hats off to you girl!!! THANK YOU FOR THE INSPIRATION!!!!

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  • I’ve noticed on recent photos that you seemed to have shrunk quite a bit, and that you were looking very well, but seeing this big difference in the before and after photos really showed your vast weight loss.
    So very well done and congratulations on an awesome achievement.:)
    Good luck with the rest 🙂

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  • I’ve noticed on recent photos that you seemed to have shrunk quite a bit, and that you were looking very well, but seeing this big difference in the before and after photos really showed your vast weight loss.
    So very well done and congratulations on an awesome achievement.:)
    Good luck with the rest 🙂

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  • I’ve noticed on recent photos that you seemed to have shrunk quite a bit, and that you were looking very well, but seeing this big difference in the before and after photos really showed your vast weight loss.
    So very well done and congratulations on an awesome achievement.:)
    Good luck with the rest 🙂

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  • I’ve noticed on recent photos that you seemed to have shrunk quite a bit, and that you were looking very well, but seeing this big difference in the before and after photos really showed your vast weight loss.
    So very well done and congratulations on an awesome achievement.:)
    Good luck with the rest 🙂

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  • I’ve noticed on recent photos that you seemed to have shrunk quite a bit, and that you were looking very well, but seeing this big difference in the before and after photos really showed your vast weight loss.
    So very well done and congratulations on an awesome achievement.:)
    Good luck with the rest 🙂

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  • Congratulations! Besides a great artist you are a strong and beautiful person!

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  • Congratulations! Besides a great artist you are a strong and beautiful person!

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  • Congratulations! Besides a great artist you are a strong and beautiful person!

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  • Congratulations! Besides a great artist you are a strong and beautiful person!

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  • Congratulations! Besides a great artist you are a strong and beautiful person!

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  • WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!!!! GREAT going!!! I could really see it in your face when you showed pics and I was pretty sure something was up…. THANKS for sharing!!!!!

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  • WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!!!! GREAT going!!! I could really see it in your face when you showed pics and I was pretty sure something was up…. THANKS for sharing!!!!!

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  • WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!!!! GREAT going!!! I could really see it in your face when you showed pics and I was pretty sure something was up…. THANKS for sharing!!!!!

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  • WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!!!! GREAT going!!! I could really see it in your face when you showed pics and I was pretty sure something was up…. THANKS for sharing!!!!!

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  • WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!!!! GREAT going!!! I could really see it in your face when you showed pics and I was pretty sure something was up…. THANKS for sharing!!!!!

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  • You’ve always looked beautiful, now with your healthy glow you look fantastic and happy. Thanks for sharing your path. Best wishes as you continue moving forward with all the changes over the past year. Love your blog & your classes.

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  • You’ve always looked beautiful, now with your healthy glow you look fantastic and happy. Thanks for sharing your path. Best wishes as you continue moving forward with all the changes over the past year. Love your blog & your classes.

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  • You’ve always looked beautiful, now with your healthy glow you look fantastic and happy. Thanks for sharing your path. Best wishes as you continue moving forward with all the changes over the past year. Love your blog & your classes.

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  • You’ve always looked beautiful, now with your healthy glow you look fantastic and happy. Thanks for sharing your path. Best wishes as you continue moving forward with all the changes over the past year. Love your blog & your classes.

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  • You’ve always looked beautiful, now with your healthy glow you look fantastic and happy. Thanks for sharing your path. Best wishes as you continue moving forward with all the changes over the past year. Love your blog & your classes.

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  • Wow! Great job! I had noticed your weight loss…but seeing pictures side by side is amazing.

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  • Wow! Great job! I had noticed your weight loss…but seeing pictures side by side is amazing.

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  • Wow! Great job! I had noticed your weight loss…but seeing pictures side by side is amazing.

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  • Wow! Great job! I had noticed your weight loss…but seeing pictures side by side is amazing.

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  • Wow! Great job! I had noticed your weight loss…but seeing pictures side by side is amazing.

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  • You look wonderful, Julie. I admire you for sticking to WW while going through such a terrible time. It would have been totally understandable if you gave in, but you didn’t. If anything, you really put yourself “first” while going through such a difficult time. It feels good to put yourself FIRST, doesn’t it? Sometimes a breakup or divorce forces us to see that we haven’t been “first” in a while. All the best to you, Julie!!!

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  • You look wonderful, Julie. I admire you for sticking to WW while going through such a terrible time. It would have been totally understandable if you gave in, but you didn’t. If anything, you really put yourself “first” while going through such a difficult time. It feels good to put yourself FIRST, doesn’t it? Sometimes a breakup or divorce forces us to see that we haven’t been “first” in a while. All the best to you, Julie!!!

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  • You look wonderful, Julie. I admire you for sticking to WW while going through such a terrible time. It would have been totally understandable if you gave in, but you didn’t. If anything, you really put yourself “first” while going through such a difficult time. It feels good to put yourself FIRST, doesn’t it? Sometimes a breakup or divorce forces us to see that we haven’t been “first” in a while. All the best to you, Julie!!!

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  • You look wonderful, Julie. I admire you for sticking to WW while going through such a terrible time. It would have been totally understandable if you gave in, but you didn’t. If anything, you really put yourself “first” while going through such a difficult time. It feels good to put yourself FIRST, doesn’t it? Sometimes a breakup or divorce forces us to see that we haven’t been “first” in a while. All the best to you, Julie!!!

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  • You look wonderful, Julie. I admire you for sticking to WW while going through such a terrible time. It would have been totally understandable if you gave in, but you didn’t. If anything, you really put yourself “first” while going through such a difficult time. It feels good to put yourself FIRST, doesn’t it? Sometimes a breakup or divorce forces us to see that we haven’t been “first” in a while. All the best to you, Julie!!!

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  • your blog inspires me every day. Artistically and personally (but aren’t they both together anyway?) Way to go brave Julie. Thanks for sharing something so personal…your art has always depicted a strong woman and it’s touching to know a little bit more about the woman behind the great artwork!

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  • your blog inspires me every day. Artistically and personally (but aren’t they both together anyway?) Way to go brave Julie. Thanks for sharing something so personal…your art has always depicted a strong woman and it’s touching to know a little bit more about the woman behind the great artwork!

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  • your blog inspires me every day. Artistically and personally (but aren’t they both together anyway?) Way to go brave Julie. Thanks for sharing something so personal…your art has always depicted a strong woman and it’s touching to know a little bit more about the woman behind the great artwork!

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  • your blog inspires me every day. Artistically and personally (but aren’t they both together anyway?) Way to go brave Julie. Thanks for sharing something so personal…your art has always depicted a strong woman and it’s touching to know a little bit more about the woman behind the great artwork!

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  • your blog inspires me every day. Artistically and personally (but aren’t they both together anyway?) Way to go brave Julie. Thanks for sharing something so personal…your art has always depicted a strong woman and it’s touching to know a little bit more about the woman behind the great artwork!

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  • I noticed in your new picture on the sidebar, but wow what a story and congrats on your success. I am getting ready to start the same journey and you are an inspiration.

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  • I noticed in your new picture on the sidebar, but wow what a story and congrats on your success. I am getting ready to start the same journey and you are an inspiration.

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  • I noticed in your new picture on the sidebar, but wow what a story and congrats on your success. I am getting ready to start the same journey and you are an inspiration.

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  • I noticed in your new picture on the sidebar, but wow what a story and congrats on your success. I am getting ready to start the same journey and you are an inspiration.

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  • I noticed in your new picture on the sidebar, but wow what a story and congrats on your success. I am getting ready to start the same journey and you are an inspiration.

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  • You are such and inspiration to so many. I really appreciate how you have let challenges make you stronger instead of burying you as they do so many of us. Not just your weight but also your art has changed/matured so much this year. Thanks for sharing.

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  • You are such and inspiration to so many. I really appreciate how you have let challenges make you stronger instead of burying you as they do so many of us. Not just your weight but also your art has changed/matured so much this year. Thanks for sharing.

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  • You are such and inspiration to so many. I really appreciate how you have let challenges make you stronger instead of burying you as they do so many of us. Not just your weight but also your art has changed/matured so much this year. Thanks for sharing.

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  • You are such and inspiration to so many. I really appreciate how you have let challenges make you stronger instead of burying you as they do so many of us. Not just your weight but also your art has changed/matured so much this year. Thanks for sharing.

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  • You are such and inspiration to so many. I really appreciate how you have let challenges make you stronger instead of burying you as they do so many of us. Not just your weight but also your art has changed/matured so much this year. Thanks for sharing.

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  • Julie – congratulations – I personally know how hard the weight loss struggle is! You look amazing! You inspire me every day! I look forward to you posts every day!
    You go girl!!!!
    Linda

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  • Julie – congratulations – I personally know how hard the weight loss struggle is! You look amazing! You inspire me every day! I look forward to you posts every day!
    You go girl!!!!
    Linda

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  • Julie – congratulations – I personally know how hard the weight loss struggle is! You look amazing! You inspire me every day! I look forward to you posts every day!
    You go girl!!!!
    Linda

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  • Julie – congratulations – I personally know how hard the weight loss struggle is! You look amazing! You inspire me every day! I look forward to you posts every day!
    You go girl!!!!
    Linda

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  • Julie – congratulations – I personally know how hard the weight loss struggle is! You look amazing! You inspire me every day! I look forward to you posts every day!
    You go girl!!!!
    Linda

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  • Well done! You look great!

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  • Well done! You look great!

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  • Well done! You look great!

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  • Well done! You look great!

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  • Well done! You look great!

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  • I am sorry to hear about your marriage… I too went through a divorce but found the love of my life the second time around. xo You look fabulous.. I noticed u lost weight.. I am so proud of you… way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • I am sorry to hear about your marriage… I too went through a divorce but found the love of my life the second time around. xo You look fabulous.. I noticed u lost weight.. I am so proud of you… way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • I am sorry to hear about your marriage… I too went through a divorce but found the love of my life the second time around. xo You look fabulous.. I noticed u lost weight.. I am so proud of you… way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • I am sorry to hear about your marriage… I too went through a divorce but found the love of my life the second time around. xo You look fabulous.. I noticed u lost weight.. I am so proud of you… way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • I am sorry to hear about your marriage… I too went through a divorce but found the love of my life the second time around. xo You look fabulous.. I noticed u lost weight.. I am so proud of you… way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • I too have noticed you thinner in pictures throughout the year. I thought you had lost quite a bit of weight. What an inspiration this is to see. You could have given up so easily with the divorce. I loved seeing all those photos together. You really can see the transformation. You look fabulous. Congratulations.

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  • I too have noticed you thinner in pictures throughout the year. I thought you had lost quite a bit of weight. What an inspiration this is to see. You could have given up so easily with the divorce. I loved seeing all those photos together. You really can see the transformation. You look fabulous. Congratulations.

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  • I too have noticed you thinner in pictures throughout the year. I thought you had lost quite a bit of weight. What an inspiration this is to see. You could have given up so easily with the divorce. I loved seeing all those photos together. You really can see the transformation. You look fabulous. Congratulations.

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  • I too have noticed you thinner in pictures throughout the year. I thought you had lost quite a bit of weight. What an inspiration this is to see. You could have given up so easily with the divorce. I loved seeing all those photos together. You really can see the transformation. You look fabulous. Congratulations.

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  • I too have noticed you thinner in pictures throughout the year. I thought you had lost quite a bit of weight. What an inspiration this is to see. You could have given up so easily with the divorce. I loved seeing all those photos together. You really can see the transformation. You look fabulous. Congratulations.

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  • My dear Julie, I have been where you were and I also have lost 100+ pounds. The only problem I had was wrapping my mind around it. You look fabulous and atleast 20 yrs younger. Seriously! I can’t wait for you to tell us what you did. I had gastric by-pass surgery. It was not the easy way out as my eating has changed forever… but I feel younger and have so much more energy and my feet do not hurt anymore. I am a proud 63 yr. old granny who feels and acts 35. I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!

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  • My dear Julie, I have been where you were and I also have lost 100+ pounds. The only problem I had was wrapping my mind around it. You look fabulous and atleast 20 yrs younger. Seriously! I can’t wait for you to tell us what you did. I had gastric by-pass surgery. It was not the easy way out as my eating has changed forever… but I feel younger and have so much more energy and my feet do not hurt anymore. I am a proud 63 yr. old granny who feels and acts 35. I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!

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  • My dear Julie, I have been where you were and I also have lost 100+ pounds. The only problem I had was wrapping my mind around it. You look fabulous and atleast 20 yrs younger. Seriously! I can’t wait for you to tell us what you did. I had gastric by-pass surgery. It was not the easy way out as my eating has changed forever… but I feel younger and have so much more energy and my feet do not hurt anymore. I am a proud 63 yr. old granny who feels and acts 35. I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!

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  • My dear Julie, I have been where you were and I also have lost 100+ pounds. The only problem I had was wrapping my mind around it. You look fabulous and atleast 20 yrs younger. Seriously! I can’t wait for you to tell us what you did. I had gastric by-pass surgery. It was not the easy way out as my eating has changed forever… but I feel younger and have so much more energy and my feet do not hurt anymore. I am a proud 63 yr. old granny who feels and acts 35. I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!

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  • My dear Julie, I have been where you were and I also have lost 100+ pounds. The only problem I had was wrapping my mind around it. You look fabulous and atleast 20 yrs younger. Seriously! I can’t wait for you to tell us what you did. I had gastric by-pass surgery. It was not the easy way out as my eating has changed forever… but I feel younger and have so much more energy and my feet do not hurt anymore. I am a proud 63 yr. old granny who feels and acts 35. I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!

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  • Way to go Julie! So.proud of you! Louise j

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  • Way to go Julie! So.proud of you! Louise j

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  • Way to go Julie! So.proud of you! Louise j

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  • Way to go Julie! So.proud of you! Louise j

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  • Way to go Julie! So.proud of you! Louise j

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  • Way to go Julie! So proud of you! louise j

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  • Way to go Julie! So proud of you! louise j

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  • Way to go Julie! So proud of you! louise j

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  • Way to go Julie! So proud of you! louise j

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  • Way to go Julie! So proud of you! louise j

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  • Way to go, Julie! You look fabulous! It takes courage to do this, so continue, you are an inspiration, not only in art!

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  • Way to go, Julie! You look fabulous! It takes courage to do this, so continue, you are an inspiration, not only in art!

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  • Way to go, Julie! You look fabulous! It takes courage to do this, so continue, you are an inspiration, not only in art!

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  • Way to go, Julie! You look fabulous! It takes courage to do this, so continue, you are an inspiration, not only in art!

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  • Way to go, Julie! You look fabulous! It takes courage to do this, so continue, you are an inspiration, not only in art!

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  • A big cheer from me too! You look gorgeous! Hang in there, you’ll manage!

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  • A big cheer from me too! You look gorgeous! Hang in there, you’ll manage!

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  • A big cheer from me too! You look gorgeous! Hang in there, you’ll manage!

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  • A big cheer from me too! You look gorgeous! Hang in there, you’ll manage!

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  • A big cheer from me too! You look gorgeous! Hang in there, you’ll manage!

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  • Julie, you are really shining bright in your August 14th photo and I think that says it all! I could see you changing and wondered if you were losing weight . . . Thank you for “coming clean” and sharing your journey. I have lost 20 lbs and still have more to lose… your story is super inspiring to me to continue. I am sorry to hear of your divorce because I personaly know how emotional that can be, but you are a strong, strong woman!! Sending love. I am still art journaling, really because of you and art journal every day! You Rock! 🙂 lenna

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  • Julie, you are really shining bright in your August 14th photo and I think that says it all! I could see you changing and wondered if you were losing weight . . . Thank you for “coming clean” and sharing your journey. I have lost 20 lbs and still have more to lose… your story is super inspiring to me to continue. I am sorry to hear of your divorce because I personaly know how emotional that can be, but you are a strong, strong woman!! Sending love. I am still art journaling, really because of you and art journal every day! You Rock! 🙂 lenna

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  • Julie, you are really shining bright in your August 14th photo and I think that says it all! I could see you changing and wondered if you were losing weight . . . Thank you for “coming clean” and sharing your journey. I have lost 20 lbs and still have more to lose… your story is super inspiring to me to continue. I am sorry to hear of your divorce because I personaly know how emotional that can be, but you are a strong, strong woman!! Sending love. I am still art journaling, really because of you and art journal every day! You Rock! 🙂 lenna

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  • Julie, you are really shining bright in your August 14th photo and I think that says it all! I could see you changing and wondered if you were losing weight . . . Thank you for “coming clean” and sharing your journey. I have lost 20 lbs and still have more to lose… your story is super inspiring to me to continue. I am sorry to hear of your divorce because I personaly know how emotional that can be, but you are a strong, strong woman!! Sending love. I am still art journaling, really because of you and art journal every day! You Rock! 🙂 lenna

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  • Julie, you are really shining bright in your August 14th photo and I think that says it all! I could see you changing and wondered if you were losing weight . . . Thank you for “coming clean” and sharing your journey. I have lost 20 lbs and still have more to lose… your story is super inspiring to me to continue. I am sorry to hear of your divorce because I personaly know how emotional that can be, but you are a strong, strong woman!! Sending love. I am still art journaling, really because of you and art journal every day! You Rock! 🙂 lenna

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  • When you were in California for the class at Jenny Doh’s, I noticed your weight loss – but I don’t like to comment on a person’s physical appearance unless she brings up the topic. When I lost 40 pounds once, all I heard was, “you look great” and “you look so pretty!”. The comments actually made me feel as if I was invisible before the weight loss, or worse, unattractive because of my weight. Julie, I want you to know that we have all loved you for who you are – your generosity, humor, talent, work ethic, and so much more. You do inspire us with this story because it shines a light on all of the things we already love about “Julie.”. You are awesome – inside and out, and your courage shines today, as always. Love to you.

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  • When you were in California for the class at Jenny Doh’s, I noticed your weight loss – but I don’t like to comment on a person’s physical appearance unless she brings up the topic. When I lost 40 pounds once, all I heard was, “you look great” and “you look so pretty!”. The comments actually made me feel as if I was invisible before the weight loss, or worse, unattractive because of my weight. Julie, I want you to know that we have all loved you for who you are – your generosity, humor, talent, work ethic, and so much more. You do inspire us with this story because it shines a light on all of the things we already love about “Julie.”. You are awesome – inside and out, and your courage shines today, as always. Love to you.

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  • When you were in California for the class at Jenny Doh’s, I noticed your weight loss – but I don’t like to comment on a person’s physical appearance unless she brings up the topic. When I lost 40 pounds once, all I heard was, “you look great” and “you look so pretty!”. The comments actually made me feel as if I was invisible before the weight loss, or worse, unattractive because of my weight. Julie, I want you to know that we have all loved you for who you are – your generosity, humor, talent, work ethic, and so much more. You do inspire us with this story because it shines a light on all of the things we already love about “Julie.”. You are awesome – inside and out, and your courage shines today, as always. Love to you.

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  • When you were in California for the class at Jenny Doh’s, I noticed your weight loss – but I don’t like to comment on a person’s physical appearance unless she brings up the topic. When I lost 40 pounds once, all I heard was, “you look great” and “you look so pretty!”. The comments actually made me feel as if I was invisible before the weight loss, or worse, unattractive because of my weight. Julie, I want you to know that we have all loved you for who you are – your generosity, humor, talent, work ethic, and so much more. You do inspire us with this story because it shines a light on all of the things we already love about “Julie.”. You are awesome – inside and out, and your courage shines today, as always. Love to you.

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  • When you were in California for the class at Jenny Doh’s, I noticed your weight loss – but I don’t like to comment on a person’s physical appearance unless she brings up the topic. When I lost 40 pounds once, all I heard was, “you look great” and “you look so pretty!”. The comments actually made me feel as if I was invisible before the weight loss, or worse, unattractive because of my weight. Julie, I want you to know that we have all loved you for who you are – your generosity, humor, talent, work ethic, and so much more. You do inspire us with this story because it shines a light on all of the things we already love about “Julie.”. You are awesome – inside and out, and your courage shines today, as always. Love to you.

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  • Thanks for sharing your story. You are looking absolutely amazing! I noticed a while ago that you were losing weight and it looks great on you! But thick or thin, you are an awesome artist!

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  • Thanks for sharing your story. You are looking absolutely amazing! I noticed a while ago that you were losing weight and it looks great on you! But thick or thin, you are an awesome artist!

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  • Thanks for sharing your story. You are looking absolutely amazing! I noticed a while ago that you were losing weight and it looks great on you! But thick or thin, you are an awesome artist!

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  • Thanks for sharing your story. You are looking absolutely amazing! I noticed a while ago that you were losing weight and it looks great on you! But thick or thin, you are an awesome artist!

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  • Thanks for sharing your story. You are looking absolutely amazing! I noticed a while ago that you were losing weight and it looks great on you! But thick or thin, you are an awesome artist!

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  • I’ve noticed you’ve lost weight through the selfless you’ve posted, but seeing it side by side is amazing!! You look amazing! Kudos to you for finding that drive!!

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  • I’ve noticed you’ve lost weight through the selfless you’ve posted, but seeing it side by side is amazing!! You look amazing! Kudos to you for finding that drive!!

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  • I’ve noticed you’ve lost weight through the selfless you’ve posted, but seeing it side by side is amazing!! You look amazing! Kudos to you for finding that drive!!

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  • I’ve noticed you’ve lost weight through the selfless you’ve posted, but seeing it side by side is amazing!! You look amazing! Kudos to you for finding that drive!!

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  • I’ve noticed you’ve lost weight through the selfless you’ve posted, but seeing it side by side is amazing!! You look amazing! Kudos to you for finding that drive!!

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  • Impressive, awesome, and even more beautiful than you already were. You rock girl, keep at it!

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  • Impressive, awesome, and even more beautiful than you already were. You rock girl, keep at it!

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  • Impressive, awesome, and even more beautiful than you already were. You rock girl, keep at it!

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  • Impressive, awesome, and even more beautiful than you already were. You rock girl, keep at it!

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  • Impressive, awesome, and even more beautiful than you already were. You rock girl, keep at it!

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  • You look maaahhhhvelous!! Keep up the good work!

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  • You look maaahhhhvelous!! Keep up the good work!

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  • You look maaahhhhvelous!! Keep up the good work!

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  • You look maaahhhhvelous!! Keep up the good work!

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  • You look maaahhhhvelous!! Keep up the good work!

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  • Julie,inspiring in so many ways. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Julie,inspiring in so many ways. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Julie,inspiring in so many ways. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Julie,inspiring in so many ways. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Julie,inspiring in so many ways. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Congratulations, Julie! You are beautiful 🙂

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  • Congratulations, Julie! You are beautiful 🙂

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  • Congratulations, Julie! You are beautiful 🙂

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  • Congratulations, Julie! You are beautiful 🙂

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  • Congratulations, Julie! You are beautiful 🙂

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  • Awesome job Julie…I have been able to tell in your pictures but I figured you would share when you were ready! What an inspiration you are! I am excited to read your blog post…I am in the same boat you WERE in so maybe this will be a little push to get me in the right direction! Way to go!!!

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  • Awesome job Julie…I have been able to tell in your pictures but I figured you would share when you were ready! What an inspiration you are! I am excited to read your blog post…I am in the same boat you WERE in so maybe this will be a little push to get me in the right direction! Way to go!!!

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  • Awesome job Julie…I have been able to tell in your pictures but I figured you would share when you were ready! What an inspiration you are! I am excited to read your blog post…I am in the same boat you WERE in so maybe this will be a little push to get me in the right direction! Way to go!!!

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  • Awesome job Julie…I have been able to tell in your pictures but I figured you would share when you were ready! What an inspiration you are! I am excited to read your blog post…I am in the same boat you WERE in so maybe this will be a little push to get me in the right direction! Way to go!!!

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  • Awesome job Julie…I have been able to tell in your pictures but I figured you would share when you were ready! What an inspiration you are! I am excited to read your blog post…I am in the same boat you WERE in so maybe this will be a little push to get me in the right direction! Way to go!!!

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  • I’ve always thought you were beautiful! I’m really proud of you for sticking with something that makes you feel good about yourself. Well done!

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  • I’ve always thought you were beautiful! I’m really proud of you for sticking with something that makes you feel good about yourself. Well done!

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  • I’ve always thought you were beautiful! I’m really proud of you for sticking with something that makes you feel good about yourself. Well done!

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  • I’ve always thought you were beautiful! I’m really proud of you for sticking with something that makes you feel good about yourself. Well done!

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  • I’ve always thought you were beautiful! I’m really proud of you for sticking with something that makes you feel good about yourself. Well done!

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  • Way to go!! You are a BEAUTIFUL person no matter what size…. but the weight loss makes you a healthier person!!! Thanks for sharing your journey….

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  • Way to go!! You are a BEAUTIFUL person no matter what size…. but the weight loss makes you a healthier person!!! Thanks for sharing your journey….

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  • Way to go!! You are a BEAUTIFUL person no matter what size…. but the weight loss makes you a healthier person!!! Thanks for sharing your journey….

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  • Way to go!! You are a BEAUTIFUL person no matter what size…. but the weight loss makes you a healthier person!!! Thanks for sharing your journey….

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  • Way to go!! You are a BEAUTIFUL person no matter what size…. but the weight loss makes you a healthier person!!! Thanks for sharing your journey….

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  • Oh Julie I am glad you let others know what you shared with me. You are a wonderful young woman with a wonderful life ahead of you. Not only are you inspiration to women, you’re also an ARTIST a very great one and an awful big inspiration to me. Always be true to yourself and love yourself

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  • Oh Julie I am glad you let others know what you shared with me. You are a wonderful young woman with a wonderful life ahead of you. Not only are you inspiration to women, you’re also an ARTIST a very great one and an awful big inspiration to me. Always be true to yourself and love yourself

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  • Oh Julie I am glad you let others know what you shared with me. You are a wonderful young woman with a wonderful life ahead of you. Not only are you inspiration to women, you’re also an ARTIST a very great one and an awful big inspiration to me. Always be true to yourself and love yourself

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  • Oh Julie I am glad you let others know what you shared with me. You are a wonderful young woman with a wonderful life ahead of you. Not only are you inspiration to women, you’re also an ARTIST a very great one and an awful big inspiration to me. Always be true to yourself and love yourself

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  • Oh Julie I am glad you let others know what you shared with me. You are a wonderful young woman with a wonderful life ahead of you. Not only are you inspiration to women, you’re also an ARTIST a very great one and an awful big inspiration to me. Always be true to yourself and love yourself

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  • You look fabulous! I too have notice how your face has changed, so glad you stuck with it through personal turmoil. Keep it up, love all that you do:)

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  • You look fabulous! I too have notice how your face has changed, so glad you stuck with it through personal turmoil. Keep it up, love all that you do:)

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  • You look fabulous! I too have notice how your face has changed, so glad you stuck with it through personal turmoil. Keep it up, love all that you do:)

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  • You look fabulous! I too have notice how your face has changed, so glad you stuck with it through personal turmoil. Keep it up, love all that you do:)

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  • You look fabulous! I too have notice how your face has changed, so glad you stuck with it through personal turmoil. Keep it up, love all that you do:)

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  • What a great accomplishment! It really shows! I noticed a few months ago and commented how great you look, and you look great! Congrats to you and your hard work. I have been talking about going back to WW and you’ve inspired me even more, It is on my list this week! Just wondering if you could share some of your recipes that you have enjoyed, maybe some of your fav tips and how much exercise you do. Thanks so much for sharing Julie! Beautiful!

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  • What a great accomplishment! It really shows! I noticed a few months ago and commented how great you look, and you look great! Congrats to you and your hard work. I have been talking about going back to WW and you’ve inspired me even more, It is on my list this week! Just wondering if you could share some of your recipes that you have enjoyed, maybe some of your fav tips and how much exercise you do. Thanks so much for sharing Julie! Beautiful!

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  • What a great accomplishment! It really shows! I noticed a few months ago and commented how great you look, and you look great! Congrats to you and your hard work. I have been talking about going back to WW and you’ve inspired me even more, It is on my list this week! Just wondering if you could share some of your recipes that you have enjoyed, maybe some of your fav tips and how much exercise you do. Thanks so much for sharing Julie! Beautiful!

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  • What a great accomplishment! It really shows! I noticed a few months ago and commented how great you look, and you look great! Congrats to you and your hard work. I have been talking about going back to WW and you’ve inspired me even more, It is on my list this week! Just wondering if you could share some of your recipes that you have enjoyed, maybe some of your fav tips and how much exercise you do. Thanks so much for sharing Julie! Beautiful!

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  • What a great accomplishment! It really shows! I noticed a few months ago and commented how great you look, and you look great! Congrats to you and your hard work. I have been talking about going back to WW and you’ve inspired me even more, It is on my list this week! Just wondering if you could share some of your recipes that you have enjoyed, maybe some of your fav tips and how much exercise you do. Thanks so much for sharing Julie! Beautiful!

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  • I admire your determination and putting yourself and your health first. Bravo lady!!!

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  • I admire your determination and putting yourself and your health first. Bravo lady!!!

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  • I admire your determination and putting yourself and your health first. Bravo lady!!!

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  • I admire your determination and putting yourself and your health first. Bravo lady!!!

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  • I admire your determination and putting yourself and your health first. Bravo lady!!!

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  • It was easy to see that you were losing weight and I was very impressed and happy for you! I know what a rough journey that can be. I’ve been a WW member for 10 months now and am almost down 40 lbs. It’s been hard for me this time but you are inspiring me to do better. I know that when I track and follow things I lose! So it’s time to control the one thing I can control and get to it! Great job Julie! I’d love to hear about how you are feeling physically. Tell us about how different your travel was being 100 lbs lighter! All the things you were able to do without the struggle of the extra weight.

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  • It was easy to see that you were losing weight and I was very impressed and happy for you! I know what a rough journey that can be. I’ve been a WW member for 10 months now and am almost down 40 lbs. It’s been hard for me this time but you are inspiring me to do better. I know that when I track and follow things I lose! So it’s time to control the one thing I can control and get to it! Great job Julie! I’d love to hear about how you are feeling physically. Tell us about how different your travel was being 100 lbs lighter! All the things you were able to do without the struggle of the extra weight.

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  • It was easy to see that you were losing weight and I was very impressed and happy for you! I know what a rough journey that can be. I’ve been a WW member for 10 months now and am almost down 40 lbs. It’s been hard for me this time but you are inspiring me to do better. I know that when I track and follow things I lose! So it’s time to control the one thing I can control and get to it! Great job Julie! I’d love to hear about how you are feeling physically. Tell us about how different your travel was being 100 lbs lighter! All the things you were able to do without the struggle of the extra weight.

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  • It was easy to see that you were losing weight and I was very impressed and happy for you! I know what a rough journey that can be. I’ve been a WW member for 10 months now and am almost down 40 lbs. It’s been hard for me this time but you are inspiring me to do better. I know that when I track and follow things I lose! So it’s time to control the one thing I can control and get to it! Great job Julie! I’d love to hear about how you are feeling physically. Tell us about how different your travel was being 100 lbs lighter! All the things you were able to do without the struggle of the extra weight.

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  • It was easy to see that you were losing weight and I was very impressed and happy for you! I know what a rough journey that can be. I’ve been a WW member for 10 months now and am almost down 40 lbs. It’s been hard for me this time but you are inspiring me to do better. I know that when I track and follow things I lose! So it’s time to control the one thing I can control and get to it! Great job Julie! I’d love to hear about how you are feeling physically. Tell us about how different your travel was being 100 lbs lighter! All the things you were able to do without the struggle of the extra weight.

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  • Since we met you for dinner earlier this year – eek maybe it was late last year – I’ve been watching you. Knowing you were in a rough patch and feeling like a cheerleader on the sidelines i.e. not able to do anything except cheer you on. You did good and it makes me proud to be a woman to see you take on life even when it is uncomfortable. Go Julie!

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  • Since we met you for dinner earlier this year – eek maybe it was late last year – I’ve been watching you. Knowing you were in a rough patch and feeling like a cheerleader on the sidelines i.e. not able to do anything except cheer you on. You did good and it makes me proud to be a woman to see you take on life even when it is uncomfortable. Go Julie!

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  • Since we met you for dinner earlier this year – eek maybe it was late last year – I’ve been watching you. Knowing you were in a rough patch and feeling like a cheerleader on the sidelines i.e. not able to do anything except cheer you on. You did good and it makes me proud to be a woman to see you take on life even when it is uncomfortable. Go Julie!

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  • Since we met you for dinner earlier this year – eek maybe it was late last year – I’ve been watching you. Knowing you were in a rough patch and feeling like a cheerleader on the sidelines i.e. not able to do anything except cheer you on. You did good and it makes me proud to be a woman to see you take on life even when it is uncomfortable. Go Julie!

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  • Since we met you for dinner earlier this year – eek maybe it was late last year – I’ve been watching you. Knowing you were in a rough patch and feeling like a cheerleader on the sidelines i.e. not able to do anything except cheer you on. You did good and it makes me proud to be a woman to see you take on life even when it is uncomfortable. Go Julie!

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  • I bet you must feel better after getting this finally out there! I have to add that the pin you tweeted the other day (http://pinterest.com/pin/54254370484330893/)- when I first saw that a few weeks ago somewhere, I thought of you. Because you are the one who inspires me. The more you do, the way you are – just everything, truly makes me think I can do the things I set out to do. So it may seem cheesy, but it’s true.
    I’ve been wanting to say it, and this post of yours made the perfect outlet for me to say it!

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  • I bet you must feel better after getting this finally out there! I have to add that the pin you tweeted the other day (http://pinterest.com/pin/54254370484330893/)- when I first saw that a few weeks ago somewhere, I thought of you. Because you are the one who inspires me. The more you do, the way you are – just everything, truly makes me think I can do the things I set out to do. So it may seem cheesy, but it’s true.
    I’ve been wanting to say it, and this post of yours made the perfect outlet for me to say it!

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  • I bet you must feel better after getting this finally out there! I have to add that the pin you tweeted the other day (http://pinterest.com/pin/54254370484330893/)- when I first saw that a few weeks ago somewhere, I thought of you. Because you are the one who inspires me. The more you do, the way you are – just everything, truly makes me think I can do the things I set out to do. So it may seem cheesy, but it’s true.
    I’ve been wanting to say it, and this post of yours made the perfect outlet for me to say it!

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  • I bet you must feel better after getting this finally out there! I have to add that the pin you tweeted the other day (http://pinterest.com/pin/54254370484330893/)- when I first saw that a few weeks ago somewhere, I thought of you. Because you are the one who inspires me. The more you do, the way you are – just everything, truly makes me think I can do the things I set out to do. So it may seem cheesy, but it’s true.
    I’ve been wanting to say it, and this post of yours made the perfect outlet for me to say it!

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  • I bet you must feel better after getting this finally out there! I have to add that the pin you tweeted the other day (http://pinterest.com/pin/54254370484330893/)- when I first saw that a few weeks ago somewhere, I thought of you. Because you are the one who inspires me. The more you do, the way you are – just everything, truly makes me think I can do the things I set out to do. So it may seem cheesy, but it’s true.
    I’ve been wanting to say it, and this post of yours made the perfect outlet for me to say it!

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  • I definitely noticed the difference in your photos, you look amazing!! Sorry to hear about the divorce, I am sure that hasn’t been easy. But I am impressed and inspired by the fact that you stuck with Weight Watchers and continued this positive track for yourself. Congrats and keep it up, girl!!

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  • I definitely noticed the difference in your photos, you look amazing!! Sorry to hear about the divorce, I am sure that hasn’t been easy. But I am impressed and inspired by the fact that you stuck with Weight Watchers and continued this positive track for yourself. Congrats and keep it up, girl!!

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  • I definitely noticed the difference in your photos, you look amazing!! Sorry to hear about the divorce, I am sure that hasn’t been easy. But I am impressed and inspired by the fact that you stuck with Weight Watchers and continued this positive track for yourself. Congrats and keep it up, girl!!

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  • I definitely noticed the difference in your photos, you look amazing!! Sorry to hear about the divorce, I am sure that hasn’t been easy. But I am impressed and inspired by the fact that you stuck with Weight Watchers and continued this positive track for yourself. Congrats and keep it up, girl!!

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  • I definitely noticed the difference in your photos, you look amazing!! Sorry to hear about the divorce, I am sure that hasn’t been easy. But I am impressed and inspired by the fact that you stuck with Weight Watchers and continued this positive track for yourself. Congrats and keep it up, girl!!

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  • Good for you! You are inspirational in so many ways and look beautiful and happy!

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  • Good for you! You are inspirational in so many ways and look beautiful and happy!

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  • Good for you! You are inspirational in so many ways and look beautiful and happy!

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  • Good for you! You are inspirational in so many ways and look beautiful and happy!

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  • Good for you! You are inspirational in so many ways and look beautiful and happy!

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  • You look AMAZING!

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  • You look AMAZING!

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  • You look AMAZING!

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  • You look AMAZING!

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  • You look AMAZING!

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  • you look amazing! you could see the weight loss in the pics even in the beginning. way more noticeable when you are wearing a color. Sorry to hear about your divorce. you should be proud of yourself that you kept up ww during such a difficult time. i wish you continued success. you truly are an inspiration!

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  • you look amazing! you could see the weight loss in the pics even in the beginning. way more noticeable when you are wearing a color. Sorry to hear about your divorce. you should be proud of yourself that you kept up ww during such a difficult time. i wish you continued success. you truly are an inspiration!

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  • you look amazing! you could see the weight loss in the pics even in the beginning. way more noticeable when you are wearing a color. Sorry to hear about your divorce. you should be proud of yourself that you kept up ww during such a difficult time. i wish you continued success. you truly are an inspiration!

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  • you look amazing! you could see the weight loss in the pics even in the beginning. way more noticeable when you are wearing a color. Sorry to hear about your divorce. you should be proud of yourself that you kept up ww during such a difficult time. i wish you continued success. you truly are an inspiration!

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  • you look amazing! you could see the weight loss in the pics even in the beginning. way more noticeable when you are wearing a color. Sorry to hear about your divorce. you should be proud of yourself that you kept up ww during such a difficult time. i wish you continued success. you truly are an inspiration!

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  • Congratulations! You look fantastic!! You’ve inspired me to go for the walk I’ve been talking myself out of all morning…thank you!!

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  • Congratulations! You look fantastic!! You’ve inspired me to go for the walk I’ve been talking myself out of all morning…thank you!!

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  • Congratulations! You look fantastic!! You’ve inspired me to go for the walk I’ve been talking myself out of all morning…thank you!!

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  • Congratulations! You look fantastic!! You’ve inspired me to go for the walk I’ve been talking myself out of all morning…thank you!!

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  • Congratulations! You look fantastic!! You’ve inspired me to go for the walk I’ve been talking myself out of all morning…thank you!!

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  • I knew that you were looking great but didn’t want to comment on weight lose since in the past it has bugged me when folks ask if I’ve lost weight and I haven’t (or been trying for that matter). You look marvelous and your hard work has paid off. My hubby has lost 75 lbs. since the fall after his heart attack and he says that it wasn’t as hard as he thought once he made up his mind to do it. I guess it helps when one is ready.
    Sorry to hear of your parting with John but hope only the best for both of you. Sometimes divorce is the best option. Hugs.

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  • I knew that you were looking great but didn’t want to comment on weight lose since in the past it has bugged me when folks ask if I’ve lost weight and I haven’t (or been trying for that matter). You look marvelous and your hard work has paid off. My hubby has lost 75 lbs. since the fall after his heart attack and he says that it wasn’t as hard as he thought once he made up his mind to do it. I guess it helps when one is ready.
    Sorry to hear of your parting with John but hope only the best for both of you. Sometimes divorce is the best option. Hugs.

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  • I knew that you were looking great but didn’t want to comment on weight lose since in the past it has bugged me when folks ask if I’ve lost weight and I haven’t (or been trying for that matter). You look marvelous and your hard work has paid off. My hubby has lost 75 lbs. since the fall after his heart attack and he says that it wasn’t as hard as he thought once he made up his mind to do it. I guess it helps when one is ready.
    Sorry to hear of your parting with John but hope only the best for both of you. Sometimes divorce is the best option. Hugs.

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  • I knew that you were looking great but didn’t want to comment on weight lose since in the past it has bugged me when folks ask if I’ve lost weight and I haven’t (or been trying for that matter). You look marvelous and your hard work has paid off. My hubby has lost 75 lbs. since the fall after his heart attack and he says that it wasn’t as hard as he thought once he made up his mind to do it. I guess it helps when one is ready.
    Sorry to hear of your parting with John but hope only the best for both of you. Sometimes divorce is the best option. Hugs.

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  • I knew that you were looking great but didn’t want to comment on weight lose since in the past it has bugged me when folks ask if I’ve lost weight and I haven’t (or been trying for that matter). You look marvelous and your hard work has paid off. My hubby has lost 75 lbs. since the fall after his heart attack and he says that it wasn’t as hard as he thought once he made up his mind to do it. I guess it helps when one is ready.
    Sorry to hear of your parting with John but hope only the best for both of you. Sometimes divorce is the best option. Hugs.

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  • Hi you look great well done it can’t have been easy by times keep strong and create you’re wonderfull art

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  • Hi you look great well done it can’t have been easy by times keep strong and create you’re wonderfull art

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  • Hi you look great well done it can’t have been easy by times keep strong and create you’re wonderfull art

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  • Hi you look great well done it can’t have been easy by times keep strong and create you’re wonderfull art

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  • Hi you look great well done it can’t have been easy by times keep strong and create you’re wonderfull art

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  • Wow! Well done!
    That March picture is where I can see a new, more confident person posing. She’s got a twinkle in here eye. You look about 20 years younger. Hope you feel as good as you look. Very inspirational.

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  • Wow! Well done!
    That March picture is where I can see a new, more confident person posing. She’s got a twinkle in here eye. You look about 20 years younger. Hope you feel as good as you look. Very inspirational.

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  • Wow! Well done!
    That March picture is where I can see a new, more confident person posing. She’s got a twinkle in here eye. You look about 20 years younger. Hope you feel as good as you look. Very inspirational.

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  • Wow! Well done!
    That March picture is where I can see a new, more confident person posing. She’s got a twinkle in here eye. You look about 20 years younger. Hope you feel as good as you look. Very inspirational.

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  • Wow! Well done!
    That March picture is where I can see a new, more confident person posing. She’s got a twinkle in here eye. You look about 20 years younger. Hope you feel as good as you look. Very inspirational.

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  • You look great!!! Congratulations and I hope your life and art career just keep going up! 🙂

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  • You look great!!! Congratulations and I hope your life and art career just keep going up! 🙂

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  • You look great!!! Congratulations and I hope your life and art career just keep going up! 🙂

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  • You look great!!! Congratulations and I hope your life and art career just keep going up! 🙂

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  • You look great!!! Congratulations and I hope your life and art career just keep going up! 🙂

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  • Congratulations Julie! I hope you’re feeling as good inside as you look outside!

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  • Congratulations Julie! I hope you’re feeling as good inside as you look outside!

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  • Congratulations Julie! I hope you’re feeling as good inside as you look outside!

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  • Congratulations Julie! I hope you’re feeling as good inside as you look outside!

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  • Congratulations Julie! I hope you’re feeling as good inside as you look outside!

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  • Congratulations! WE, your readers (who love you, by the way) have definitely noticed the changes. Good for you for sticking with it when time got tough. For many of us, those tough times are what got us in this mess in the first place. So, your tenacity is inspiring. I’m so sorry for the sadness you must have been going through. THANK YOU for sharing and for your honest heart and honest ART! ♥

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  • Congratulations! WE, your readers (who love you, by the way) have definitely noticed the changes. Good for you for sticking with it when time got tough. For many of us, those tough times are what got us in this mess in the first place. So, your tenacity is inspiring. I’m so sorry for the sadness you must have been going through. THANK YOU for sharing and for your honest heart and honest ART! ♥

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  • Congratulations! WE, your readers (who love you, by the way) have definitely noticed the changes. Good for you for sticking with it when time got tough. For many of us, those tough times are what got us in this mess in the first place. So, your tenacity is inspiring. I’m so sorry for the sadness you must have been going through. THANK YOU for sharing and for your honest heart and honest ART! ♥

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  • Congratulations! WE, your readers (who love you, by the way) have definitely noticed the changes. Good for you for sticking with it when time got tough. For many of us, those tough times are what got us in this mess in the first place. So, your tenacity is inspiring. I’m so sorry for the sadness you must have been going through. THANK YOU for sharing and for your honest heart and honest ART! ♥

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  • Congratulations! WE, your readers (who love you, by the way) have definitely noticed the changes. Good for you for sticking with it when time got tough. For many of us, those tough times are what got us in this mess in the first place. So, your tenacity is inspiring. I’m so sorry for the sadness you must have been going through. THANK YOU for sharing and for your honest heart and honest ART! ♥

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  • I have been noticing your glow as the changes were becoming apparent in your selfies. I admire so much about you that this is just one more thing to see in you that is extraordinary. But you already know that I am one of your biggest fans.

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  • I have been noticing your glow as the changes were becoming apparent in your selfies. I admire so much about you that this is just one more thing to see in you that is extraordinary. But you already know that I am one of your biggest fans.

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  • I have been noticing your glow as the changes were becoming apparent in your selfies. I admire so much about you that this is just one more thing to see in you that is extraordinary. But you already know that I am one of your biggest fans.

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  • I have been noticing your glow as the changes were becoming apparent in your selfies. I admire so much about you that this is just one more thing to see in you that is extraordinary. But you already know that I am one of your biggest fans.

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  • I have been noticing your glow as the changes were becoming apparent in your selfies. I admire so much about you that this is just one more thing to see in you that is extraordinary. But you already know that I am one of your biggest fans.

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  • Wow! You look great. Congratulations Julie! Keep up the good work.

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  • Wow! You look great. Congratulations Julie! Keep up the good work.

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  • Wow! You look great. Congratulations Julie! Keep up the good work.

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  • Wow! You look great. Congratulations Julie! Keep up the good work.

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  • Wow! You look great. Congratulations Julie! Keep up the good work.

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  • Wow, Julie! You are fabulous and beautiful! Thank you for sharing your story. You inspire us in so many ways!
    Lisa 🙂

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  • Wow, Julie! You are fabulous and beautiful! Thank you for sharing your story. You inspire us in so many ways!
    Lisa 🙂

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  • Wow, Julie! You are fabulous and beautiful! Thank you for sharing your story. You inspire us in so many ways!
    Lisa 🙂

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  • Wow, Julie! You are fabulous and beautiful! Thank you for sharing your story. You inspire us in so many ways!
    Lisa 🙂

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  • Wow, Julie! You are fabulous and beautiful! Thank you for sharing your story. You inspire us in so many ways!
    Lisa 🙂

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  • Congrats to you, especially having the fortitude to stick to it during some hard days. You do look beautiful, but then you looked pretty darn cute before. Your health will be the real winner here. Keep up the good work and keep up the good ART! ~Ann

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  • Congrats to you, especially having the fortitude to stick to it during some hard days. You do look beautiful, but then you looked pretty darn cute before. Your health will be the real winner here. Keep up the good work and keep up the good ART! ~Ann

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  • Congrats to you, especially having the fortitude to stick to it during some hard days. You do look beautiful, but then you looked pretty darn cute before. Your health will be the real winner here. Keep up the good work and keep up the good ART! ~Ann

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  • Congrats to you, especially having the fortitude to stick to it during some hard days. You do look beautiful, but then you looked pretty darn cute before. Your health will be the real winner here. Keep up the good work and keep up the good ART! ~Ann

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  • Congrats to you, especially having the fortitude to stick to it during some hard days. You do look beautiful, but then you looked pretty darn cute before. Your health will be the real winner here. Keep up the good work and keep up the good ART! ~Ann

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  • I have been following your blog for quite some time but rarely comment (on any blog). Congratulations and keep moving on your path & journey! Thank you for sharing that personal piece with us. How do you keep motivated and on track when life does gets “off-course” and your schedule is in flux? What was the deciding factor for you to create the “this is what I am going to do (WW) and I AM going to stick to it” attitude? Do you go to WW meetings or do it online? How did you find support for the weight loss journey and the changes in your life it takes to be on that journey? Is the weight loss mostly food choices or are you also exercising? Sorry to have such a long list of questions. I know a lot of answers vary by the individual but I am struggling to stay on track myself (so easily derailed!).

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  • I have been following your blog for quite some time but rarely comment (on any blog). Congratulations and keep moving on your path & journey! Thank you for sharing that personal piece with us. How do you keep motivated and on track when life does gets “off-course” and your schedule is in flux? What was the deciding factor for you to create the “this is what I am going to do (WW) and I AM going to stick to it” attitude? Do you go to WW meetings or do it online? How did you find support for the weight loss journey and the changes in your life it takes to be on that journey? Is the weight loss mostly food choices or are you also exercising? Sorry to have such a long list of questions. I know a lot of answers vary by the individual but I am struggling to stay on track myself (so easily derailed!).

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  • I have been following your blog for quite some time but rarely comment (on any blog). Congratulations and keep moving on your path & journey! Thank you for sharing that personal piece with us. How do you keep motivated and on track when life does gets “off-course” and your schedule is in flux? What was the deciding factor for you to create the “this is what I am going to do (WW) and I AM going to stick to it” attitude? Do you go to WW meetings or do it online? How did you find support for the weight loss journey and the changes in your life it takes to be on that journey? Is the weight loss mostly food choices or are you also exercising? Sorry to have such a long list of questions. I know a lot of answers vary by the individual but I am struggling to stay on track myself (so easily derailed!).

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  • I have been following your blog for quite some time but rarely comment (on any blog). Congratulations and keep moving on your path & journey! Thank you for sharing that personal piece with us. How do you keep motivated and on track when life does gets “off-course” and your schedule is in flux? What was the deciding factor for you to create the “this is what I am going to do (WW) and I AM going to stick to it” attitude? Do you go to WW meetings or do it online? How did you find support for the weight loss journey and the changes in your life it takes to be on that journey? Is the weight loss mostly food choices or are you also exercising? Sorry to have such a long list of questions. I know a lot of answers vary by the individual but I am struggling to stay on track myself (so easily derailed!).

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  • I have been following your blog for quite some time but rarely comment (on any blog). Congratulations and keep moving on your path & journey! Thank you for sharing that personal piece with us. How do you keep motivated and on track when life does gets “off-course” and your schedule is in flux? What was the deciding factor for you to create the “this is what I am going to do (WW) and I AM going to stick to it” attitude? Do you go to WW meetings or do it online? How did you find support for the weight loss journey and the changes in your life it takes to be on that journey? Is the weight loss mostly food choices or are you also exercising? Sorry to have such a long list of questions. I know a lot of answers vary by the individual but I am struggling to stay on track myself (so easily derailed!).

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  • I thought you were looking a little trimmer! Congrats. As someone who struggles with weight, I understand the issues and process. It’s not an easy road, but you’ve stuck with it. You will benefit in so many ways. So happy for you.

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  • I thought you were looking a little trimmer! Congrats. As someone who struggles with weight, I understand the issues and process. It’s not an easy road, but you’ve stuck with it. You will benefit in so many ways. So happy for you.

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  • I thought you were looking a little trimmer! Congrats. As someone who struggles with weight, I understand the issues and process. It’s not an easy road, but you’ve stuck with it. You will benefit in so many ways. So happy for you.

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  • I thought you were looking a little trimmer! Congrats. As someone who struggles with weight, I understand the issues and process. It’s not an easy road, but you’ve stuck with it. You will benefit in so many ways. So happy for you.

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  • I thought you were looking a little trimmer! Congrats. As someone who struggles with weight, I understand the issues and process. It’s not an easy road, but you’ve stuck with it. You will benefit in so many ways. So happy for you.

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  • Like so many of the others, I’ve been noticing the change in your face! Thank you so much for sharing your story! That was brave and courageous on so many levels! Sending compassion, encouragement, and admiration from the center of the country!

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  • Like so many of the others, I’ve been noticing the change in your face! Thank you so much for sharing your story! That was brave and courageous on so many levels! Sending compassion, encouragement, and admiration from the center of the country!

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  • Like so many of the others, I’ve been noticing the change in your face! Thank you so much for sharing your story! That was brave and courageous on so many levels! Sending compassion, encouragement, and admiration from the center of the country!

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  • Like so many of the others, I’ve been noticing the change in your face! Thank you so much for sharing your story! That was brave and courageous on so many levels! Sending compassion, encouragement, and admiration from the center of the country!

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  • Like so many of the others, I’ve been noticing the change in your face! Thank you so much for sharing your story! That was brave and courageous on so many levels! Sending compassion, encouragement, and admiration from the center of the country!

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  • I noticed that you kept getting smaller. Good for you! You’ve always inspired me with your art, now you are inspiring me in another way. I’m also a big fan of WW and I’m going back today.

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  • I noticed that you kept getting smaller. Good for you! You’ve always inspired me with your art, now you are inspiring me in another way. I’m also a big fan of WW and I’m going back today.

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  • I noticed that you kept getting smaller. Good for you! You’ve always inspired me with your art, now you are inspiring me in another way. I’m also a big fan of WW and I’m going back today.

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  • I noticed that you kept getting smaller. Good for you! You’ve always inspired me with your art, now you are inspiring me in another way. I’m also a big fan of WW and I’m going back today.

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  • I noticed that you kept getting smaller. Good for you! You’ve always inspired me with your art, now you are inspiring me in another way. I’m also a big fan of WW and I’m going back today.

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  • WOW but you have always been beautiful inside and out…. Congratulations !!!! It is a hard road but worth it…..

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  • WOW but you have always been beautiful inside and out…. Congratulations !!!! It is a hard road but worth it…..

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  • WOW but you have always been beautiful inside and out…. Congratulations !!!! It is a hard road but worth it…..

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  • WOW but you have always been beautiful inside and out…. Congratulations !!!! It is a hard road but worth it…..

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  • WOW but you have always been beautiful inside and out…. Congratulations !!!! It is a hard road but worth it…..

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  • Congrats on losing 100 pounds! That is an incredible round number. I have been on a 1500 calorie a day meal plan (eating normal food and an online program fitday.com to log my calories) for the past year and have lost 28 pounds (went from 167 to 139). What I found was weight loss is all about portion control and not overeating, not about adding more exercise. Yes, exercise is good but it was not the key to weight loss to me, it was eating less food. I do try and walk 3 miles 3-4 times a week in an hour. But the weight came off by eating less. You are an inspiration for many people. Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always tough. It does explain why you are going out to clubs now however. Wishing you continued progress on your weight loss journey! Look how much you have already accomplished.
    Aloha, Kate

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  • Congrats on losing 100 pounds! That is an incredible round number. I have been on a 1500 calorie a day meal plan (eating normal food and an online program fitday.com to log my calories) for the past year and have lost 28 pounds (went from 167 to 139). What I found was weight loss is all about portion control and not overeating, not about adding more exercise. Yes, exercise is good but it was not the key to weight loss to me, it was eating less food. I do try and walk 3 miles 3-4 times a week in an hour. But the weight came off by eating less. You are an inspiration for many people. Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always tough. It does explain why you are going out to clubs now however. Wishing you continued progress on your weight loss journey! Look how much you have already accomplished.
    Aloha, Kate

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  • Congrats on losing 100 pounds! That is an incredible round number. I have been on a 1500 calorie a day meal plan (eating normal food and an online program fitday.com to log my calories) for the past year and have lost 28 pounds (went from 167 to 139). What I found was weight loss is all about portion control and not overeating, not about adding more exercise. Yes, exercise is good but it was not the key to weight loss to me, it was eating less food. I do try and walk 3 miles 3-4 times a week in an hour. But the weight came off by eating less. You are an inspiration for many people. Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always tough. It does explain why you are going out to clubs now however. Wishing you continued progress on your weight loss journey! Look how much you have already accomplished.
    Aloha, Kate

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  • Congrats on losing 100 pounds! That is an incredible round number. I have been on a 1500 calorie a day meal plan (eating normal food and an online program fitday.com to log my calories) for the past year and have lost 28 pounds (went from 167 to 139). What I found was weight loss is all about portion control and not overeating, not about adding more exercise. Yes, exercise is good but it was not the key to weight loss to me, it was eating less food. I do try and walk 3 miles 3-4 times a week in an hour. But the weight came off by eating less. You are an inspiration for many people. Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always tough. It does explain why you are going out to clubs now however. Wishing you continued progress on your weight loss journey! Look how much you have already accomplished.
    Aloha, Kate

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  • Congrats on losing 100 pounds! That is an incredible round number. I have been on a 1500 calorie a day meal plan (eating normal food and an online program fitday.com to log my calories) for the past year and have lost 28 pounds (went from 167 to 139). What I found was weight loss is all about portion control and not overeating, not about adding more exercise. Yes, exercise is good but it was not the key to weight loss to me, it was eating less food. I do try and walk 3 miles 3-4 times a week in an hour. But the weight came off by eating less. You are an inspiration for many people. Sorry to hear about the divorce though, that is always tough. It does explain why you are going out to clubs now however. Wishing you continued progress on your weight loss journey! Look how much you have already accomplished.
    Aloha, Kate

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  • Thanks for sharing – cool that you documented with photos.

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  • Thanks for sharing – cool that you documented with photos.

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  • Thanks for sharing – cool that you documented with photos.

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  • Thanks for sharing – cool that you documented with photos.

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  • Thanks for sharing – cool that you documented with photos.

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  • Amazing! Congratulations on taking your life into your own hands and moving forward in a positive way. It’s not easy, but look how far you have come – Good on You!

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  • Amazing! Congratulations on taking your life into your own hands and moving forward in a positive way. It’s not easy, but look how far you have come – Good on You!

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  • Amazing! Congratulations on taking your life into your own hands and moving forward in a positive way. It’s not easy, but look how far you have come – Good on You!

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  • Amazing! Congratulations on taking your life into your own hands and moving forward in a positive way. It’s not easy, but look how far you have come – Good on You!

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  • Amazing! Congratulations on taking your life into your own hands and moving forward in a positive way. It’s not easy, but look how far you have come – Good on You!

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  • Thanks so much for posting this and sharing..I met you a few months ago at an art class, and knew that you were looking better and better, and that you would talk about it when the time was right. It’s a great thing you are doing for yourself – thanks for including us in your journey!

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  • Thanks so much for posting this and sharing..I met you a few months ago at an art class, and knew that you were looking better and better, and that you would talk about it when the time was right. It’s a great thing you are doing for yourself – thanks for including us in your journey!

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  • Thanks so much for posting this and sharing..I met you a few months ago at an art class, and knew that you were looking better and better, and that you would talk about it when the time was right. It’s a great thing you are doing for yourself – thanks for including us in your journey!

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  • Thanks so much for posting this and sharing..I met you a few months ago at an art class, and knew that you were looking better and better, and that you would talk about it when the time was right. It’s a great thing you are doing for yourself – thanks for including us in your journey!

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  • Thanks so much for posting this and sharing..I met you a few months ago at an art class, and knew that you were looking better and better, and that you would talk about it when the time was right. It’s a great thing you are doing for yourself – thanks for including us in your journey!

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  • Well done, Julie! You look beautiful! I love the colors you chose too.

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  • Well done, Julie! You look beautiful! I love the colors you chose too.

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  • Well done, Julie! You look beautiful! I love the colors you chose too.

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  • Well done, Julie! You look beautiful! I love the colors you chose too.

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  • Well done, Julie! You look beautiful! I love the colors you chose too.

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  • Congratulations. You look great! What an inspiration you are 🙂

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  • Congratulations. You look great! What an inspiration you are 🙂

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  • Congratulations. You look great! What an inspiration you are 🙂

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  • Congratulations. You look great! What an inspiration you are 🙂

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  • Congratulations. You look great! What an inspiration you are 🙂

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  • ..thank you for sharing this with us. yes, you do look fantastic..but, more importantly, you CHOSE to persevere through tough times in a positive way..that’s what makes you truly beautiful. (p.s. nyc apartment living isn’t always conducive to cooking..do you eat out as much as in the past? ahh, all the great restaurants..esp in hells kitchen..one of the blessings/curses of our great city! LOL)

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  • ..thank you for sharing this with us. yes, you do look fantastic..but, more importantly, you CHOSE to persevere through tough times in a positive way..that’s what makes you truly beautiful. (p.s. nyc apartment living isn’t always conducive to cooking..do you eat out as much as in the past? ahh, all the great restaurants..esp in hells kitchen..one of the blessings/curses of our great city! LOL)

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  • ..thank you for sharing this with us. yes, you do look fantastic..but, more importantly, you CHOSE to persevere through tough times in a positive way..that’s what makes you truly beautiful. (p.s. nyc apartment living isn’t always conducive to cooking..do you eat out as much as in the past? ahh, all the great restaurants..esp in hells kitchen..one of the blessings/curses of our great city! LOL)

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  • ..thank you for sharing this with us. yes, you do look fantastic..but, more importantly, you CHOSE to persevere through tough times in a positive way..that’s what makes you truly beautiful. (p.s. nyc apartment living isn’t always conducive to cooking..do you eat out as much as in the past? ahh, all the great restaurants..esp in hells kitchen..one of the blessings/curses of our great city! LOL)

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  • ..thank you for sharing this with us. yes, you do look fantastic..but, more importantly, you CHOSE to persevere through tough times in a positive way..that’s what makes you truly beautiful. (p.s. nyc apartment living isn’t always conducive to cooking..do you eat out as much as in the past? ahh, all the great restaurants..esp in hells kitchen..one of the blessings/curses of our great city! LOL)

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  • Amazing, Julie. That is how you look. I am sorry about the end of your marriage but I know what you mean about having the WW structure helping at the time. When my job was going to hell a few years ago, the company selling the building out from under us and lying to our faces about it, what I ate was the only thing in my control so WW helped me lose 70 pounds.
    Congratulations and keep up the good work.You look younger than a year ago.

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  • Amazing, Julie. That is how you look. I am sorry about the end of your marriage but I know what you mean about having the WW structure helping at the time. When my job was going to hell a few years ago, the company selling the building out from under us and lying to our faces about it, what I ate was the only thing in my control so WW helped me lose 70 pounds.
    Congratulations and keep up the good work.You look younger than a year ago.

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  • Amazing, Julie. That is how you look. I am sorry about the end of your marriage but I know what you mean about having the WW structure helping at the time. When my job was going to hell a few years ago, the company selling the building out from under us and lying to our faces about it, what I ate was the only thing in my control so WW helped me lose 70 pounds.
    Congratulations and keep up the good work.You look younger than a year ago.

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  • Amazing, Julie. That is how you look. I am sorry about the end of your marriage but I know what you mean about having the WW structure helping at the time. When my job was going to hell a few years ago, the company selling the building out from under us and lying to our faces about it, what I ate was the only thing in my control so WW helped me lose 70 pounds.
    Congratulations and keep up the good work.You look younger than a year ago.

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  • Amazing, Julie. That is how you look. I am sorry about the end of your marriage but I know what you mean about having the WW structure helping at the time. When my job was going to hell a few years ago, the company selling the building out from under us and lying to our faces about it, what I ate was the only thing in my control so WW helped me lose 70 pounds.
    Congratulations and keep up the good work.You look younger than a year ago.

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  • You were beautiful then and you are beautiful now! Congratulations on your transformation and for your example of getting through the hard times with grace. You are an amazing artist who inspires me greatly. So glad you have such a great support system. Thank you for sharing your journey!

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  • You were beautiful then and you are beautiful now! Congratulations on your transformation and for your example of getting through the hard times with grace. You are an amazing artist who inspires me greatly. So glad you have such a great support system. Thank you for sharing your journey!

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  • You were beautiful then and you are beautiful now! Congratulations on your transformation and for your example of getting through the hard times with grace. You are an amazing artist who inspires me greatly. So glad you have such a great support system. Thank you for sharing your journey!

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  • You were beautiful then and you are beautiful now! Congratulations on your transformation and for your example of getting through the hard times with grace. You are an amazing artist who inspires me greatly. So glad you have such a great support system. Thank you for sharing your journey!

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  • You were beautiful then and you are beautiful now! Congratulations on your transformation and for your example of getting through the hard times with grace. You are an amazing artist who inspires me greatly. So glad you have such a great support system. Thank you for sharing your journey!

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  • Thank you Julie for your bravery in sharing. Loved the photographic documentation!

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  • Thank you Julie for your bravery in sharing. Loved the photographic documentation!

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  • Thank you Julie for your bravery in sharing. Loved the photographic documentation!

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  • Thank you Julie for your bravery in sharing. Loved the photographic documentation!

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  • Thank you Julie for your bravery in sharing. Loved the photographic documentation!

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  • Congrats Julie on your weight loss. I too am on weight watchers for a second go round and have done well considering I broke my wrist at the start of summer. I still kept on plan and have lost 16 pounds so far. I know what you mean about not seeing it in pictures.. Thanks for sharing your personal story and I’m sorry about your marriage but you seem to be staying strong. Keep up the faith and hard work. As always you are an inspiration to me and others.

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  • Congrats Julie on your weight loss. I too am on weight watchers for a second go round and have done well considering I broke my wrist at the start of summer. I still kept on plan and have lost 16 pounds so far. I know what you mean about not seeing it in pictures.. Thanks for sharing your personal story and I’m sorry about your marriage but you seem to be staying strong. Keep up the faith and hard work. As always you are an inspiration to me and others.

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  • Congrats Julie on your weight loss. I too am on weight watchers for a second go round and have done well considering I broke my wrist at the start of summer. I still kept on plan and have lost 16 pounds so far. I know what you mean about not seeing it in pictures.. Thanks for sharing your personal story and I’m sorry about your marriage but you seem to be staying strong. Keep up the faith and hard work. As always you are an inspiration to me and others.

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  • Congrats Julie on your weight loss. I too am on weight watchers for a second go round and have done well considering I broke my wrist at the start of summer. I still kept on plan and have lost 16 pounds so far. I know what you mean about not seeing it in pictures.. Thanks for sharing your personal story and I’m sorry about your marriage but you seem to be staying strong. Keep up the faith and hard work. As always you are an inspiration to me and others.

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  • Congrats Julie on your weight loss. I too am on weight watchers for a second go round and have done well considering I broke my wrist at the start of summer. I still kept on plan and have lost 16 pounds so far. I know what you mean about not seeing it in pictures.. Thanks for sharing your personal story and I’m sorry about your marriage but you seem to be staying strong. Keep up the faith and hard work. As always you are an inspiration to me and others.

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  • Julie, you are awesome! And you are SO beautiful! Keep up the good work, for your health’s sake, not for beauty’s sake — you were beautiful before you began your weight-loss program. A lot of us out here are rooting for you! And do give us updates now and again on the weight loss. And, tell us how you feel as the weight comes off, too! We need all those positives to keep on with our own programs!!

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  • Julie, you are awesome! And you are SO beautiful! Keep up the good work, for your health’s sake, not for beauty’s sake — you were beautiful before you began your weight-loss program. A lot of us out here are rooting for you! And do give us updates now and again on the weight loss. And, tell us how you feel as the weight comes off, too! We need all those positives to keep on with our own programs!!

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  • Julie, you are awesome! And you are SO beautiful! Keep up the good work, for your health’s sake, not for beauty’s sake — you were beautiful before you began your weight-loss program. A lot of us out here are rooting for you! And do give us updates now and again on the weight loss. And, tell us how you feel as the weight comes off, too! We need all those positives to keep on with our own programs!!

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  • Julie, you are awesome! And you are SO beautiful! Keep up the good work, for your health’s sake, not for beauty’s sake — you were beautiful before you began your weight-loss program. A lot of us out here are rooting for you! And do give us updates now and again on the weight loss. And, tell us how you feel as the weight comes off, too! We need all those positives to keep on with our own programs!!

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  • Julie, you are awesome! And you are SO beautiful! Keep up the good work, for your health’s sake, not for beauty’s sake — you were beautiful before you began your weight-loss program. A lot of us out here are rooting for you! And do give us updates now and again on the weight loss. And, tell us how you feel as the weight comes off, too! We need all those positives to keep on with our own programs!!

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  • I too saw you you changing before our eyes! You just grow more beautiful. I am sorry for the painful things you’ve had to go thru and know that you have the love and support of thousands. Ah, tv magic! You just keep on rocking and know that we love and appreciate you honey. Sending my prayers.

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  • I too saw you you changing before our eyes! You just grow more beautiful. I am sorry for the painful things you’ve had to go thru and know that you have the love and support of thousands. Ah, tv magic! You just keep on rocking and know that we love and appreciate you honey. Sending my prayers.

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  • I too saw you you changing before our eyes! You just grow more beautiful. I am sorry for the painful things you’ve had to go thru and know that you have the love and support of thousands. Ah, tv magic! You just keep on rocking and know that we love and appreciate you honey. Sending my prayers.

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  • I too saw you you changing before our eyes! You just grow more beautiful. I am sorry for the painful things you’ve had to go thru and know that you have the love and support of thousands. Ah, tv magic! You just keep on rocking and know that we love and appreciate you honey. Sending my prayers.

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  • I too saw you you changing before our eyes! You just grow more beautiful. I am sorry for the painful things you’ve had to go thru and know that you have the love and support of thousands. Ah, tv magic! You just keep on rocking and know that we love and appreciate you honey. Sending my prayers.

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  • Julie, I have long been inspired by your art, your online classes and your blog. You have often brought a much needed smile to my day. Congratulations on all you have accomplished these past thirteen months. Best wishes for the next thirteen!

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  • Julie, I have long been inspired by your art, your online classes and your blog. You have often brought a much needed smile to my day. Congratulations on all you have accomplished these past thirteen months. Best wishes for the next thirteen!

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  • Julie, I have long been inspired by your art, your online classes and your blog. You have often brought a much needed smile to my day. Congratulations on all you have accomplished these past thirteen months. Best wishes for the next thirteen!

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  • Julie, I have long been inspired by your art, your online classes and your blog. You have often brought a much needed smile to my day. Congratulations on all you have accomplished these past thirteen months. Best wishes for the next thirteen!

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  • Julie, I have long been inspired by your art, your online classes and your blog. You have often brought a much needed smile to my day. Congratulations on all you have accomplished these past thirteen months. Best wishes for the next thirteen!

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  • You beautiful, incredibly talented, amazing person! You inspire us all. I am so happy you are loving yourself and doing what you need to, on that journey. I am saddened by your divorce but hope you and John can reach a place where all that was good about your relationship can continue in a supportive, loving friendship.Take care of yourself, beautiful lady! xx

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  • You beautiful, incredibly talented, amazing person! You inspire us all. I am so happy you are loving yourself and doing what you need to, on that journey. I am saddened by your divorce but hope you and John can reach a place where all that was good about your relationship can continue in a supportive, loving friendship.Take care of yourself, beautiful lady! xx

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  • You beautiful, incredibly talented, amazing person! You inspire us all. I am so happy you are loving yourself and doing what you need to, on that journey. I am saddened by your divorce but hope you and John can reach a place where all that was good about your relationship can continue in a supportive, loving friendship.Take care of yourself, beautiful lady! xx

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  • You beautiful, incredibly talented, amazing person! You inspire us all. I am so happy you are loving yourself and doing what you need to, on that journey. I am saddened by your divorce but hope you and John can reach a place where all that was good about your relationship can continue in a supportive, loving friendship.Take care of yourself, beautiful lady! xx

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  • You beautiful, incredibly talented, amazing person! You inspire us all. I am so happy you are loving yourself and doing what you need to, on that journey. I am saddened by your divorce but hope you and John can reach a place where all that was good about your relationship can continue in a supportive, loving friendship.Take care of yourself, beautiful lady! xx

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  • Congratulations! Not really for the weight loss per se, but for your discipline, diligence, and strength. Thanks for giving us yet another reason to be inspired!!!

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  • Congratulations! Not really for the weight loss per se, but for your discipline, diligence, and strength. Thanks for giving us yet another reason to be inspired!!!

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  • Congratulations! Not really for the weight loss per se, but for your discipline, diligence, and strength. Thanks for giving us yet another reason to be inspired!!!

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  • Congratulations! Not really for the weight loss per se, but for your discipline, diligence, and strength. Thanks for giving us yet another reason to be inspired!!!

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  • Congratulations! Not really for the weight loss per se, but for your discipline, diligence, and strength. Thanks for giving us yet another reason to be inspired!!!

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  • You look great, and yes, I have been noticing the lbs. coming off, and knew the story would be forthcoming. Keep up the good work.

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  • You look great, and yes, I have been noticing the lbs. coming off, and knew the story would be forthcoming. Keep up the good work.

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  • You look great, and yes, I have been noticing the lbs. coming off, and knew the story would be forthcoming. Keep up the good work.

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  • You look great, and yes, I have been noticing the lbs. coming off, and knew the story would be forthcoming. Keep up the good work.

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  • You look great, and yes, I have been noticing the lbs. coming off, and knew the story would be forthcoming. Keep up the good work.

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  • You look amazing! Congrats on your success. You are so inspiring! You’ve always inspired by artistic aspirations, but now you inspire me with your stick-to-it- tiveness!!! Keep up the good work!

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  • You look amazing! Congrats on your success. You are so inspiring! You’ve always inspired by artistic aspirations, but now you inspire me with your stick-to-it- tiveness!!! Keep up the good work!

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  • You look amazing! Congrats on your success. You are so inspiring! You’ve always inspired by artistic aspirations, but now you inspire me with your stick-to-it- tiveness!!! Keep up the good work!

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  • You look amazing! Congrats on your success. You are so inspiring! You’ve always inspired by artistic aspirations, but now you inspire me with your stick-to-it- tiveness!!! Keep up the good work!

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  • You look amazing! Congrats on your success. You are so inspiring! You’ve always inspired by artistic aspirations, but now you inspire me with your stick-to-it- tiveness!!! Keep up the good work!

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  • You look fantastic!!!! Congratulations!!!

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  • You look fantastic!!!! Congratulations!!!

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  • You look fantastic!!!! Congratulations!!!

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  • You look fantastic!!!! Congratulations!!!

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  • You look fantastic!!!! Congratulations!!!

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  • I wondered if my old eyes were playing tricks on me. Congratulations and glad that WW is helping you through this time of your life. You rock.

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  • I wondered if my old eyes were playing tricks on me. Congratulations and glad that WW is helping you through this time of your life. You rock.

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  • I wondered if my old eyes were playing tricks on me. Congratulations and glad that WW is helping you through this time of your life. You rock.

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  • I wondered if my old eyes were playing tricks on me. Congratulations and glad that WW is helping you through this time of your life. You rock.

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  • I wondered if my old eyes were playing tricks on me. Congratulations and glad that WW is helping you through this time of your life. You rock.

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  • Here’s to your health, Julie! (And I am so sorry about the loss of your divorce.)

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  • Here’s to your health, Julie! (And I am so sorry about the loss of your divorce.)

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  • Here’s to your health, Julie! (And I am so sorry about the loss of your divorce.)

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  • Here’s to your health, Julie! (And I am so sorry about the loss of your divorce.)

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  • Here’s to your health, Julie! (And I am so sorry about the loss of your divorce.)

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  • Congratulations on your accomplishment, Julie!!!! You look great. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce and hope you are okay.

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  • Congratulations on your accomplishment, Julie!!!! You look great. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce and hope you are okay.

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  • Congratulations on your accomplishment, Julie!!!! You look great. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce and hope you are okay.

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  • Congratulations on your accomplishment, Julie!!!! You look great. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce and hope you are okay.

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  • Congratulations on your accomplishment, Julie!!!! You look great. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce and hope you are okay.

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  • I have bought all of your dvd downloads and I was concerned when I saw that you weren’t wearing your wedding ring in the most recent one, Layering with Stencils. (Fabulous, by the way!)I also did notice that your face seemed slimmer. So I was grateful to read the latest on your blog today. Sorry for the tough times, but I am glad you were able to use it to motivate you even more! I attend the Create! retreats in Chicago every year and I took two of your classes the year you came to Chicago. Please come back again! Love you and good luck!

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  • I have bought all of your dvd downloads and I was concerned when I saw that you weren’t wearing your wedding ring in the most recent one, Layering with Stencils. (Fabulous, by the way!)I also did notice that your face seemed slimmer. So I was grateful to read the latest on your blog today. Sorry for the tough times, but I am glad you were able to use it to motivate you even more! I attend the Create! retreats in Chicago every year and I took two of your classes the year you came to Chicago. Please come back again! Love you and good luck!

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  • I have bought all of your dvd downloads and I was concerned when I saw that you weren’t wearing your wedding ring in the most recent one, Layering with Stencils. (Fabulous, by the way!)I also did notice that your face seemed slimmer. So I was grateful to read the latest on your blog today. Sorry for the tough times, but I am glad you were able to use it to motivate you even more! I attend the Create! retreats in Chicago every year and I took two of your classes the year you came to Chicago. Please come back again! Love you and good luck!

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  • I have bought all of your dvd downloads and I was concerned when I saw that you weren’t wearing your wedding ring in the most recent one, Layering with Stencils. (Fabulous, by the way!)I also did notice that your face seemed slimmer. So I was grateful to read the latest on your blog today. Sorry for the tough times, but I am glad you were able to use it to motivate you even more! I attend the Create! retreats in Chicago every year and I took two of your classes the year you came to Chicago. Please come back again! Love you and good luck!

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  • I have bought all of your dvd downloads and I was concerned when I saw that you weren’t wearing your wedding ring in the most recent one, Layering with Stencils. (Fabulous, by the way!)I also did notice that your face seemed slimmer. So I was grateful to read the latest on your blog today. Sorry for the tough times, but I am glad you were able to use it to motivate you even more! I attend the Create! retreats in Chicago every year and I took two of your classes the year you came to Chicago. Please come back again! Love you and good luck!

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  • Ditto for all the great comments, and then some. Girl, you do rock!! So happy and proud for you and of you. You are so beautiful, Julie. Inside as well.

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  • Ditto for all the great comments, and then some. Girl, you do rock!! So happy and proud for you and of you. You are so beautiful, Julie. Inside as well.

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  • Ditto for all the great comments, and then some. Girl, you do rock!! So happy and proud for you and of you. You are so beautiful, Julie. Inside as well.

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  • Ditto for all the great comments, and then some. Girl, you do rock!! So happy and proud for you and of you. You are so beautiful, Julie. Inside as well.

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  • Ditto for all the great comments, and then some. Girl, you do rock!! So happy and proud for you and of you. You are so beautiful, Julie. Inside as well.

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  • O.M.G.! Julie, I want to hug you! I have over 100 lbs to lose. The last several years have been filled with the stress of dealing with a child that is an addict. She also has a 4 year old baby girl, now. The family destruction of drugs is so incredibly bad I wish it on no one ever. So my art and myself were put on hold as I became the co-parent of a newborn in my 50’s. I have a studio but never got to step foot in it. Right now I am struggling to get myself and my art back. I know I have to lose the weight to do a big part of that. Your success is such an inspiration! I am just so happy with joy to see someone succeed even thru your divorce. You are not just an amazing artist but also a role model to people like me who feel despair when it comes to the parts in our life that are so difficult to claim back. I hope I find my art again…it really is my happy place. And I hope I get the motivation to lose some weight. It affects so many parts of our lives. WTG girl! I am beyond thrilled and doing a happy dance for you!

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  • O.M.G.! Julie, I want to hug you! I have over 100 lbs to lose. The last several years have been filled with the stress of dealing with a child that is an addict. She also has a 4 year old baby girl, now. The family destruction of drugs is so incredibly bad I wish it on no one ever. So my art and myself were put on hold as I became the co-parent of a newborn in my 50’s. I have a studio but never got to step foot in it. Right now I am struggling to get myself and my art back. I know I have to lose the weight to do a big part of that. Your success is such an inspiration! I am just so happy with joy to see someone succeed even thru your divorce. You are not just an amazing artist but also a role model to people like me who feel despair when it comes to the parts in our life that are so difficult to claim back. I hope I find my art again…it really is my happy place. And I hope I get the motivation to lose some weight. It affects so many parts of our lives. WTG girl! I am beyond thrilled and doing a happy dance for you!

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  • O.M.G.! Julie, I want to hug you! I have over 100 lbs to lose. The last several years have been filled with the stress of dealing with a child that is an addict. She also has a 4 year old baby girl, now. The family destruction of drugs is so incredibly bad I wish it on no one ever. So my art and myself were put on hold as I became the co-parent of a newborn in my 50’s. I have a studio but never got to step foot in it. Right now I am struggling to get myself and my art back. I know I have to lose the weight to do a big part of that. Your success is such an inspiration! I am just so happy with joy to see someone succeed even thru your divorce. You are not just an amazing artist but also a role model to people like me who feel despair when it comes to the parts in our life that are so difficult to claim back. I hope I find my art again…it really is my happy place. And I hope I get the motivation to lose some weight. It affects so many parts of our lives. WTG girl! I am beyond thrilled and doing a happy dance for you!

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  • O.M.G.! Julie, I want to hug you! I have over 100 lbs to lose. The last several years have been filled with the stress of dealing with a child that is an addict. She also has a 4 year old baby girl, now. The family destruction of drugs is so incredibly bad I wish it on no one ever. So my art and myself were put on hold as I became the co-parent of a newborn in my 50’s. I have a studio but never got to step foot in it. Right now I am struggling to get myself and my art back. I know I have to lose the weight to do a big part of that. Your success is such an inspiration! I am just so happy with joy to see someone succeed even thru your divorce. You are not just an amazing artist but also a role model to people like me who feel despair when it comes to the parts in our life that are so difficult to claim back. I hope I find my art again…it really is my happy place. And I hope I get the motivation to lose some weight. It affects so many parts of our lives. WTG girl! I am beyond thrilled and doing a happy dance for you!

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  • O.M.G.! Julie, I want to hug you! I have over 100 lbs to lose. The last several years have been filled with the stress of dealing with a child that is an addict. She also has a 4 year old baby girl, now. The family destruction of drugs is so incredibly bad I wish it on no one ever. So my art and myself were put on hold as I became the co-parent of a newborn in my 50’s. I have a studio but never got to step foot in it. Right now I am struggling to get myself and my art back. I know I have to lose the weight to do a big part of that. Your success is such an inspiration! I am just so happy with joy to see someone succeed even thru your divorce. You are not just an amazing artist but also a role model to people like me who feel despair when it comes to the parts in our life that are so difficult to claim back. I hope I find my art again…it really is my happy place. And I hope I get the motivation to lose some weight. It affects so many parts of our lives. WTG girl! I am beyond thrilled and doing a happy dance for you!

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  • Julie, I add this to the many ways you inspire me! I could tell you were getting thinner just by seeing your face in pics. Thanks for sharing your story. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. I know each situation is different, but I’ve been there too and know it’s hard. Hang in there. You deserve the best life has to offer!

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  • Julie, I add this to the many ways you inspire me! I could tell you were getting thinner just by seeing your face in pics. Thanks for sharing your story. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. I know each situation is different, but I’ve been there too and know it’s hard. Hang in there. You deserve the best life has to offer!

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  • Julie, I add this to the many ways you inspire me! I could tell you were getting thinner just by seeing your face in pics. Thanks for sharing your story. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. I know each situation is different, but I’ve been there too and know it’s hard. Hang in there. You deserve the best life has to offer!

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  • Julie, I add this to the many ways you inspire me! I could tell you were getting thinner just by seeing your face in pics. Thanks for sharing your story. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. I know each situation is different, but I’ve been there too and know it’s hard. Hang in there. You deserve the best life has to offer!

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  • Julie, I add this to the many ways you inspire me! I could tell you were getting thinner just by seeing your face in pics. Thanks for sharing your story. I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. I know each situation is different, but I’ve been there too and know it’s hard. Hang in there. You deserve the best life has to offer!

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  • Congrats!!! You look awesome. Keep up the good work.
    Nothing tastes as good as thin feels!!!

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  • Congrats!!! You look awesome. Keep up the good work.
    Nothing tastes as good as thin feels!!!

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  • Congrats!!! You look awesome. Keep up the good work.
    Nothing tastes as good as thin feels!!!

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  • Congrats!!! You look awesome. Keep up the good work.
    Nothing tastes as good as thin feels!!!

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  • Congrats!!! You look awesome. Keep up the good work.
    Nothing tastes as good as thin feels!!!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I’ve noticed the changes but didn’t want to hound you. You look (and look as though you feel) wonderful!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I’ve noticed the changes but didn’t want to hound you. You look (and look as though you feel) wonderful!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I’ve noticed the changes but didn’t want to hound you. You look (and look as though you feel) wonderful!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I’ve noticed the changes but didn’t want to hound you. You look (and look as though you feel) wonderful!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I’ve noticed the changes but didn’t want to hound you. You look (and look as though you feel) wonderful!

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  • Oh Julie, I had no idea of course your relationship was struggling. I can see though you stand strong as always. You have always been beautiful, you know are healthier too. It shows!

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  • Oh Julie, I had no idea of course your relationship was struggling. I can see though you stand strong as always. You have always been beautiful, you know are healthier too. It shows!

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  • Oh Julie, I had no idea of course your relationship was struggling. I can see though you stand strong as always. You have always been beautiful, you know are healthier too. It shows!

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  • Oh Julie, I had no idea of course your relationship was struggling. I can see though you stand strong as always. You have always been beautiful, you know are healthier too. It shows!

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  • Oh Julie, I had no idea of course your relationship was struggling. I can see though you stand strong as always. You have always been beautiful, you know are healthier too. It shows!

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  • Some of us noticed, but were unwilling to ask about something so personal. But we were cheering you on silently as your photos got skinnier–even though the camera stubbornly tried to make you look heavier. Divorce is always hard, but sometimes inevitable, as folks grow more and more apart as their interests change. I hope your journey onward is full of new joys.

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  • Some of us noticed, but were unwilling to ask about something so personal. But we were cheering you on silently as your photos got skinnier–even though the camera stubbornly tried to make you look heavier. Divorce is always hard, but sometimes inevitable, as folks grow more and more apart as their interests change. I hope your journey onward is full of new joys.

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  • Some of us noticed, but were unwilling to ask about something so personal. But we were cheering you on silently as your photos got skinnier–even though the camera stubbornly tried to make you look heavier. Divorce is always hard, but sometimes inevitable, as folks grow more and more apart as their interests change. I hope your journey onward is full of new joys.

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  • Some of us noticed, but were unwilling to ask about something so personal. But we were cheering you on silently as your photos got skinnier–even though the camera stubbornly tried to make you look heavier. Divorce is always hard, but sometimes inevitable, as folks grow more and more apart as their interests change. I hope your journey onward is full of new joys.

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  • Some of us noticed, but were unwilling to ask about something so personal. But we were cheering you on silently as your photos got skinnier–even though the camera stubbornly tried to make you look heavier. Divorce is always hard, but sometimes inevitable, as folks grow more and more apart as their interests change. I hope your journey onward is full of new joys.

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  • I’m another who doesn’t comment as often as perhaps I should, but today I had to. I knew something was happening with you, but it’s only seeing these photos together that I realise how dramatic that something is, (I’m sorry about your marriage, hope you’re doing ok). I hope you’re feeling as wonderful as you look, you should be also be feeling very proud of yourself. Onwards & upwards – and downwards with even more pounds!! Much love to you.

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  • I’m another who doesn’t comment as often as perhaps I should, but today I had to. I knew something was happening with you, but it’s only seeing these photos together that I realise how dramatic that something is, (I’m sorry about your marriage, hope you’re doing ok). I hope you’re feeling as wonderful as you look, you should be also be feeling very proud of yourself. Onwards & upwards – and downwards with even more pounds!! Much love to you.

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  • I’m another who doesn’t comment as often as perhaps I should, but today I had to. I knew something was happening with you, but it’s only seeing these photos together that I realise how dramatic that something is, (I’m sorry about your marriage, hope you’re doing ok). I hope you’re feeling as wonderful as you look, you should be also be feeling very proud of yourself. Onwards & upwards – and downwards with even more pounds!! Much love to you.

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  • I’m another who doesn’t comment as often as perhaps I should, but today I had to. I knew something was happening with you, but it’s only seeing these photos together that I realise how dramatic that something is, (I’m sorry about your marriage, hope you’re doing ok). I hope you’re feeling as wonderful as you look, you should be also be feeling very proud of yourself. Onwards & upwards – and downwards with even more pounds!! Much love to you.

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  • I’m another who doesn’t comment as often as perhaps I should, but today I had to. I knew something was happening with you, but it’s only seeing these photos together that I realise how dramatic that something is, (I’m sorry about your marriage, hope you’re doing ok). I hope you’re feeling as wonderful as you look, you should be also be feeling very proud of yourself. Onwards & upwards – and downwards with even more pounds!! Much love to you.

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  • JULIE, I love it. I have watched you over the past few months and could see the changes. I am so happy for you as I understand what a great accomplishment this is by itself, and then you add all of your hours of work and travel that you do, and wow. I personally know because my daughter is on the same journey and I now how very rewarding it has been to her.
    You go girl, so very proud of you and happy for the postive changes yet to be realized.

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  • JULIE, I love it. I have watched you over the past few months and could see the changes. I am so happy for you as I understand what a great accomplishment this is by itself, and then you add all of your hours of work and travel that you do, and wow. I personally know because my daughter is on the same journey and I now how very rewarding it has been to her.
    You go girl, so very proud of you and happy for the postive changes yet to be realized.

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  • JULIE, I love it. I have watched you over the past few months and could see the changes. I am so happy for you as I understand what a great accomplishment this is by itself, and then you add all of your hours of work and travel that you do, and wow. I personally know because my daughter is on the same journey and I now how very rewarding it has been to her.
    You go girl, so very proud of you and happy for the postive changes yet to be realized.

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  • JULIE, I love it. I have watched you over the past few months and could see the changes. I am so happy for you as I understand what a great accomplishment this is by itself, and then you add all of your hours of work and travel that you do, and wow. I personally know because my daughter is on the same journey and I now how very rewarding it has been to her.
    You go girl, so very proud of you and happy for the postive changes yet to be realized.

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  • JULIE, I love it. I have watched you over the past few months and could see the changes. I am so happy for you as I understand what a great accomplishment this is by itself, and then you add all of your hours of work and travel that you do, and wow. I personally know because my daughter is on the same journey and I now how very rewarding it has been to her.
    You go girl, so very proud of you and happy for the postive changes yet to be realized.

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  • You are such an inspiration, not only in art but also in your weight loss. You look wonderful and so healthy. Thanks for sharing this with us.

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  • You are such an inspiration, not only in art but also in your weight loss. You look wonderful and so healthy. Thanks for sharing this with us.

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  • You are such an inspiration, not only in art but also in your weight loss. You look wonderful and so healthy. Thanks for sharing this with us.

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  • You are such an inspiration, not only in art but also in your weight loss. You look wonderful and so healthy. Thanks for sharing this with us.

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  • You are such an inspiration, not only in art but also in your weight loss. You look wonderful and so healthy. Thanks for sharing this with us.

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  • Dear Julie,I saw the defferent before you post this blog…amazing. The best for you and your new bodyfeeling 🙂

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  • Dear Julie,I saw the defferent before you post this blog…amazing. The best for you and your new bodyfeeling 🙂

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  • Dear Julie,I saw the defferent before you post this blog…amazing. The best for you and your new bodyfeeling 🙂

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  • Dear Julie,I saw the defferent before you post this blog…amazing. The best for you and your new bodyfeeling 🙂

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  • Dear Julie,I saw the defferent before you post this blog…amazing. The best for you and your new bodyfeeling 🙂

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  • Julie, You are so beautiful! I started WW in January and am down 25lbs with 25 to go. You are so right, it works if you work it. You look FABULOUS! I needed your inspiration today! Thank you

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  • Julie, You are so beautiful! I started WW in January and am down 25lbs with 25 to go. You are so right, it works if you work it. You look FABULOUS! I needed your inspiration today! Thank you

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  • Julie, You are so beautiful! I started WW in January and am down 25lbs with 25 to go. You are so right, it works if you work it. You look FABULOUS! I needed your inspiration today! Thank you

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  • Julie, You are so beautiful! I started WW in January and am down 25lbs with 25 to go. You are so right, it works if you work it. You look FABULOUS! I needed your inspiration today! Thank you

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  • Julie, You are so beautiful! I started WW in January and am down 25lbs with 25 to go. You are so right, it works if you work it. You look FABULOUS! I needed your inspiration today! Thank you

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  • Inspirational to see you finally share what most of us saw in each thinner picture of you. I am sorry your marriage has not worked out,, been there done that myself so I do feel your pain. Keep up the goodness you are and the happiness you provide to all of us out here in blog land. You are our hero girl.

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  • Inspirational to see you finally share what most of us saw in each thinner picture of you. I am sorry your marriage has not worked out,, been there done that myself so I do feel your pain. Keep up the goodness you are and the happiness you provide to all of us out here in blog land. You are our hero girl.

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  • Inspirational to see you finally share what most of us saw in each thinner picture of you. I am sorry your marriage has not worked out,, been there done that myself so I do feel your pain. Keep up the goodness you are and the happiness you provide to all of us out here in blog land. You are our hero girl.

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  • Inspirational to see you finally share what most of us saw in each thinner picture of you. I am sorry your marriage has not worked out,, been there done that myself so I do feel your pain. Keep up the goodness you are and the happiness you provide to all of us out here in blog land. You are our hero girl.

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  • Inspirational to see you finally share what most of us saw in each thinner picture of you. I am sorry your marriage has not worked out,, been there done that myself so I do feel your pain. Keep up the goodness you are and the happiness you provide to all of us out here in blog land. You are our hero girl.

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  • Fantastic, Julie! Congratulations on your perseverance! I’ve always suspected that you must be a very beautiful woman, indeed, if you would get rid some of that surplus hiding your looks. And now – that’s becoming more and more evident.

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  • Fantastic, Julie! Congratulations on your perseverance! I’ve always suspected that you must be a very beautiful woman, indeed, if you would get rid some of that surplus hiding your looks. And now – that’s becoming more and more evident.

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  • Fantastic, Julie! Congratulations on your perseverance! I’ve always suspected that you must be a very beautiful woman, indeed, if you would get rid some of that surplus hiding your looks. And now – that’s becoming more and more evident.

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  • Fantastic, Julie! Congratulations on your perseverance! I’ve always suspected that you must be a very beautiful woman, indeed, if you would get rid some of that surplus hiding your looks. And now – that’s becoming more and more evident.

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  • Fantastic, Julie! Congratulations on your perseverance! I’ve always suspected that you must be a very beautiful woman, indeed, if you would get rid some of that surplus hiding your looks. And now – that’s becoming more and more evident.

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  • Thank you, Julie, for sharing your story – it has inspired me to stay on WW, despite some tough times lately. It was very brave thing to do, putting yourself out there like that is hard. Congratulations on your success so far and good luck in your continuing journey.

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  • Thank you, Julie, for sharing your story – it has inspired me to stay on WW, despite some tough times lately. It was very brave thing to do, putting yourself out there like that is hard. Congratulations on your success so far and good luck in your continuing journey.

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  • Thank you, Julie, for sharing your story – it has inspired me to stay on WW, despite some tough times lately. It was very brave thing to do, putting yourself out there like that is hard. Congratulations on your success so far and good luck in your continuing journey.

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  • Thank you, Julie, for sharing your story – it has inspired me to stay on WW, despite some tough times lately. It was very brave thing to do, putting yourself out there like that is hard. Congratulations on your success so far and good luck in your continuing journey.

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  • Thank you, Julie, for sharing your story – it has inspired me to stay on WW, despite some tough times lately. It was very brave thing to do, putting yourself out there like that is hard. Congratulations on your success so far and good luck in your continuing journey.

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  • Way to go! Congrats on your weight loss. I have noticed the physical change in pictures you have posted the past year.
    The beauty of you is who you are in all aspects, your smile always make my smile. thanks for sharing your personal story.
    You are amazing.

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  • Way to go! Congrats on your weight loss. I have noticed the physical change in pictures you have posted the past year.
    The beauty of you is who you are in all aspects, your smile always make my smile. thanks for sharing your personal story.
    You are amazing.

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  • Way to go! Congrats on your weight loss. I have noticed the physical change in pictures you have posted the past year.
    The beauty of you is who you are in all aspects, your smile always make my smile. thanks for sharing your personal story.
    You are amazing.

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  • Way to go! Congrats on your weight loss. I have noticed the physical change in pictures you have posted the past year.
    The beauty of you is who you are in all aspects, your smile always make my smile. thanks for sharing your personal story.
    You are amazing.

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  • Way to go! Congrats on your weight loss. I have noticed the physical change in pictures you have posted the past year.
    The beauty of you is who you are in all aspects, your smile always make my smile. thanks for sharing your personal story.
    You are amazing.

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  • You go girl! Congratulations on your success!

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  • You go girl! Congratulations on your success!

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  • You go girl! Congratulations on your success!

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  • You go girl! Congratulations on your success!

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  • You go girl! Congratulations on your success!

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  • You are beautiful and amazing no matter what. I want to congratulate you for hanging in and being successful too. You are amazing!

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  • You are beautiful and amazing no matter what. I want to congratulate you for hanging in and being successful too. You are amazing!

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  • You are beautiful and amazing no matter what. I want to congratulate you for hanging in and being successful too. You are amazing!

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  • You are beautiful and amazing no matter what. I want to congratulate you for hanging in and being successful too. You are amazing!

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  • You are beautiful and amazing no matter what. I want to congratulate you for hanging in and being successful too. You are amazing!

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  • I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. But thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration in so many ways. You are beautiful…inside and out. So happy for you.

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  • I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. But thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration in so many ways. You are beautiful…inside and out. So happy for you.

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  • I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. But thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration in so many ways. You are beautiful…inside and out. So happy for you.

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  • I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. But thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration in so many ways. You are beautiful…inside and out. So happy for you.

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  • I’m sorry to hear about your divorce. But thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration in so many ways. You are beautiful…inside and out. So happy for you.

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  • You ROCK Julie! You look amazing! You are a true inspiration, as a person and an artist! hugs

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  • You ROCK Julie! You look amazing! You are a true inspiration, as a person and an artist! hugs

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  • You ROCK Julie! You look amazing! You are a true inspiration, as a person and an artist! hugs

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  • You ROCK Julie! You look amazing! You are a true inspiration, as a person and an artist! hugs

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  • You ROCK Julie! You look amazing! You are a true inspiration, as a person and an artist! hugs

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  • I joined, lost almost 50 pounds (and needed to lose more), then started the stress of selling a house, moving, moving again, driving the last kidlet to finish his senior year at the old homestead (4 hours a day in the car) and just gave up. Thank you, thank you for sharing. I’m going to return, get back on track and look at your awesome photos as proof that it can be done, even with hard times. Congratulations for all of your success and good choices when so many throw in the towel. I’m picking up my towel.

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  • I joined, lost almost 50 pounds (and needed to lose more), then started the stress of selling a house, moving, moving again, driving the last kidlet to finish his senior year at the old homestead (4 hours a day in the car) and just gave up. Thank you, thank you for sharing. I’m going to return, get back on track and look at your awesome photos as proof that it can be done, even with hard times. Congratulations for all of your success and good choices when so many throw in the towel. I’m picking up my towel.

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  • I joined, lost almost 50 pounds (and needed to lose more), then started the stress of selling a house, moving, moving again, driving the last kidlet to finish his senior year at the old homestead (4 hours a day in the car) and just gave up. Thank you, thank you for sharing. I’m going to return, get back on track and look at your awesome photos as proof that it can be done, even with hard times. Congratulations for all of your success and good choices when so many throw in the towel. I’m picking up my towel.

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  • I joined, lost almost 50 pounds (and needed to lose more), then started the stress of selling a house, moving, moving again, driving the last kidlet to finish his senior year at the old homestead (4 hours a day in the car) and just gave up. Thank you, thank you for sharing. I’m going to return, get back on track and look at your awesome photos as proof that it can be done, even with hard times. Congratulations for all of your success and good choices when so many throw in the towel. I’m picking up my towel.

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  • I joined, lost almost 50 pounds (and needed to lose more), then started the stress of selling a house, moving, moving again, driving the last kidlet to finish his senior year at the old homestead (4 hours a day in the car) and just gave up. Thank you, thank you for sharing. I’m going to return, get back on track and look at your awesome photos as proof that it can be done, even with hard times. Congratulations for all of your success and good choices when so many throw in the towel. I’m picking up my towel.

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  • You are awesome…you are beautiful. You always were and you will always continue to be.

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  • You are awesome…you are beautiful. You always were and you will always continue to be.

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  • You are awesome…you are beautiful. You always were and you will always continue to be.

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  • You are awesome…you are beautiful. You always were and you will always continue to be.

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  • You are awesome…you are beautiful. You always were and you will always continue to be.

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  • What a year dear! You look amazing!, I just want to thank you for sharing your story! Lots of love you deserve just the best!

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  • What a year dear! You look amazing!, I just want to thank you for sharing your story! Lots of love you deserve just the best!

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  • What a year dear! You look amazing!, I just want to thank you for sharing your story! Lots of love you deserve just the best!

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  • What a year dear! You look amazing!, I just want to thank you for sharing your story! Lots of love you deserve just the best!

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  • What a year dear! You look amazing!, I just want to thank you for sharing your story! Lots of love you deserve just the best!

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  • Congratulations, you look beautiful!! Thank you for sharing such a private story, your strength is inspirational to others. Enjoy your journey.

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  • Congratulations, you look beautiful!! Thank you for sharing such a private story, your strength is inspirational to others. Enjoy your journey.

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  • Congratulations, you look beautiful!! Thank you for sharing such a private story, your strength is inspirational to others. Enjoy your journey.

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  • Congratulations, you look beautiful!! Thank you for sharing such a private story, your strength is inspirational to others. Enjoy your journey.

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  • Congratulations, you look beautiful!! Thank you for sharing such a private story, your strength is inspirational to others. Enjoy your journey.

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  • I’ve noticed. It’s a tough journey but so worth taking care of yourself. Sorry about John, but some things just aren’t meant to be. It’s more of taking care of yourself. Keep up the good work and the art. You are so inspiring.

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  • I’ve noticed. It’s a tough journey but so worth taking care of yourself. Sorry about John, but some things just aren’t meant to be. It’s more of taking care of yourself. Keep up the good work and the art. You are so inspiring.

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  • I’ve noticed. It’s a tough journey but so worth taking care of yourself. Sorry about John, but some things just aren’t meant to be. It’s more of taking care of yourself. Keep up the good work and the art. You are so inspiring.

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  • I’ve noticed. It’s a tough journey but so worth taking care of yourself. Sorry about John, but some things just aren’t meant to be. It’s more of taking care of yourself. Keep up the good work and the art. You are so inspiring.

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  • I’ve noticed. It’s a tough journey but so worth taking care of yourself. Sorry about John, but some things just aren’t meant to be. It’s more of taking care of yourself. Keep up the good work and the art. You are so inspiring.

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  • I can’t find the “I-like-it”-button here 😉
    But I do like it!
    Superb!

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  • I can’t find the “I-like-it”-button here 😉
    But I do like it!
    Superb!

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  • I can’t find the “I-like-it”-button here 😉
    But I do like it!
    Superb!

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  • I can’t find the “I-like-it”-button here 😉
    But I do like it!
    Superb!

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  • I can’t find the “I-like-it”-button here 😉
    But I do like it!
    Superb!

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  • Congratulations Julie, You look absolutely amazing! Thank you for your inspirational post. I got to my goal weight with Weight Watchers 2 1/2 years ago. However, recently I have let the weight creep back on, using difficult times as an excuse. Not any more! You have inspired me to give the plan another go.

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  • Congratulations Julie, You look absolutely amazing! Thank you for your inspirational post. I got to my goal weight with Weight Watchers 2 1/2 years ago. However, recently I have let the weight creep back on, using difficult times as an excuse. Not any more! You have inspired me to give the plan another go.

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  • Congratulations Julie, You look absolutely amazing! Thank you for your inspirational post. I got to my goal weight with Weight Watchers 2 1/2 years ago. However, recently I have let the weight creep back on, using difficult times as an excuse. Not any more! You have inspired me to give the plan another go.

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  • Congratulations Julie, You look absolutely amazing! Thank you for your inspirational post. I got to my goal weight with Weight Watchers 2 1/2 years ago. However, recently I have let the weight creep back on, using difficult times as an excuse. Not any more! You have inspired me to give the plan another go.

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  • Congratulations Julie, You look absolutely amazing! Thank you for your inspirational post. I got to my goal weight with Weight Watchers 2 1/2 years ago. However, recently I have let the weight creep back on, using difficult times as an excuse. Not any more! You have inspired me to give the plan another go.

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  • go julie! i’ve been wondering what’s different. i was actually thinking maybe you had plastic surgery on your face or something. so now you can go ahead and laugh at me. i know you don’t like to get personal. stay strong dear creative and beautiful soul. 🙂

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  • go julie! i’ve been wondering what’s different. i was actually thinking maybe you had plastic surgery on your face or something. so now you can go ahead and laugh at me. i know you don’t like to get personal. stay strong dear creative and beautiful soul. 🙂

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  • go julie! i’ve been wondering what’s different. i was actually thinking maybe you had plastic surgery on your face or something. so now you can go ahead and laugh at me. i know you don’t like to get personal. stay strong dear creative and beautiful soul. 🙂

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  • go julie! i’ve been wondering what’s different. i was actually thinking maybe you had plastic surgery on your face or something. so now you can go ahead and laugh at me. i know you don’t like to get personal. stay strong dear creative and beautiful soul. 🙂

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  • go julie! i’ve been wondering what’s different. i was actually thinking maybe you had plastic surgery on your face or something. so now you can go ahead and laugh at me. i know you don’t like to get personal. stay strong dear creative and beautiful soul. 🙂

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  • Wow, you look amazing. Sorry about your marriage ending, but you look fabulous. You go, girl!

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  • Wow, you look amazing. Sorry about your marriage ending, but you look fabulous. You go, girl!

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  • Wow, you look amazing. Sorry about your marriage ending, but you look fabulous. You go, girl!

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  • Wow, you look amazing. Sorry about your marriage ending, but you look fabulous. You go, girl!

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  • Wow, you look amazing. Sorry about your marriage ending, but you look fabulous. You go, girl!

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  • So happy you finally commented! It’s not like we haven’t noticed! Good job Julie. I need to follow your lead!!

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  • So happy you finally commented! It’s not like we haven’t noticed! Good job Julie. I need to follow your lead!!

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  • So happy you finally commented! It’s not like we haven’t noticed! Good job Julie. I need to follow your lead!!

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  • So happy you finally commented! It’s not like we haven’t noticed! Good job Julie. I need to follow your lead!!

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  • So happy you finally commented! It’s not like we haven’t noticed! Good job Julie. I need to follow your lead!!

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  • You go girl!!! You look awesome!!! Your face is glowing!!!!

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  • You go girl!!! You look awesome!!! Your face is glowing!!!!

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  • You go girl!!! You look awesome!!! Your face is glowing!!!!

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  • You go girl!!! You look awesome!!! Your face is glowing!!!!

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  • You go girl!!! You look awesome!!! Your face is glowing!!!!

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  • I *knew* you were losing weight! So glad to hear you stuck with it thru thick and thin. Having been divorced twice myself, I feel for you. Hopefully the worst is behind and the best ahead. You look marvelous – it’s so good to see you take control and make it happen. You inspire my art with every post.

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  • I *knew* you were losing weight! So glad to hear you stuck with it thru thick and thin. Having been divorced twice myself, I feel for you. Hopefully the worst is behind and the best ahead. You look marvelous – it’s so good to see you take control and make it happen. You inspire my art with every post.

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  • I *knew* you were losing weight! So glad to hear you stuck with it thru thick and thin. Having been divorced twice myself, I feel for you. Hopefully the worst is behind and the best ahead. You look marvelous – it’s so good to see you take control and make it happen. You inspire my art with every post.

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  • I *knew* you were losing weight! So glad to hear you stuck with it thru thick and thin. Having been divorced twice myself, I feel for you. Hopefully the worst is behind and the best ahead. You look marvelous – it’s so good to see you take control and make it happen. You inspire my art with every post.

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  • I *knew* you were losing weight! So glad to hear you stuck with it thru thick and thin. Having been divorced twice myself, I feel for you. Hopefully the worst is behind and the best ahead. You look marvelous – it’s so good to see you take control and make it happen. You inspire my art with every post.

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  • Amazing accomplishment!! I wonder if the fact that your life is so full of “other than self” events and interests has helped you in making this happen. Losing weight and keeping up your amazing life journey is really encouraging and empowering. Since I only know you by sight through your blog my sense of you and who you are and what you are about has soooo little to do with how you look!! I hope you feel healthy and energetic and continue your creative life with gusto!!!

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  • Amazing accomplishment!! I wonder if the fact that your life is so full of “other than self” events and interests has helped you in making this happen. Losing weight and keeping up your amazing life journey is really encouraging and empowering. Since I only know you by sight through your blog my sense of you and who you are and what you are about has soooo little to do with how you look!! I hope you feel healthy and energetic and continue your creative life with gusto!!!

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  • Amazing accomplishment!! I wonder if the fact that your life is so full of “other than self” events and interests has helped you in making this happen. Losing weight and keeping up your amazing life journey is really encouraging and empowering. Since I only know you by sight through your blog my sense of you and who you are and what you are about has soooo little to do with how you look!! I hope you feel healthy and energetic and continue your creative life with gusto!!!

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  • Amazing accomplishment!! I wonder if the fact that your life is so full of “other than self” events and interests has helped you in making this happen. Losing weight and keeping up your amazing life journey is really encouraging and empowering. Since I only know you by sight through your blog my sense of you and who you are and what you are about has soooo little to do with how you look!! I hope you feel healthy and energetic and continue your creative life with gusto!!!

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  • Amazing accomplishment!! I wonder if the fact that your life is so full of “other than self” events and interests has helped you in making this happen. Losing weight and keeping up your amazing life journey is really encouraging and empowering. Since I only know you by sight through your blog my sense of you and who you are and what you are about has soooo little to do with how you look!! I hope you feel healthy and energetic and continue your creative life with gusto!!!

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  • Congratulations! You look 10 years younger! Now for the hard part. . .I also lost a lot of weight and am working to keep it off. Keep up the good work, and don’t let it come back!

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  • Congratulations! You look 10 years younger! Now for the hard part. . .I also lost a lot of weight and am working to keep it off. Keep up the good work, and don’t let it come back!

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  • Congratulations! You look 10 years younger! Now for the hard part. . .I also lost a lot of weight and am working to keep it off. Keep up the good work, and don’t let it come back!

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  • Congratulations! You look 10 years younger! Now for the hard part. . .I also lost a lot of weight and am working to keep it off. Keep up the good work, and don’t let it come back!

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  • Congratulations! You look 10 years younger! Now for the hard part. . .I also lost a lot of weight and am working to keep it off. Keep up the good work, and don’t let it come back!

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  • Julie – I’m so happy for you!!!! You’ve done an awesome job! I KNEW something was going on – I kept thinking you looked more defined. You look great – always have, but I think you’re glowing even more with happiness. I’m sorry to hear about the divorce. That is never easy. You’ve done an amazing job keeping up with your busy schedule – I’m glad your mom and family is around to help. That guy really missed out – but now you are open to an amazing new relationship whenever you want to. What a catch you are!

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  • Julie – I’m so happy for you!!!! You’ve done an awesome job! I KNEW something was going on – I kept thinking you looked more defined. You look great – always have, but I think you’re glowing even more with happiness. I’m sorry to hear about the divorce. That is never easy. You’ve done an amazing job keeping up with your busy schedule – I’m glad your mom and family is around to help. That guy really missed out – but now you are open to an amazing new relationship whenever you want to. What a catch you are!

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  • Julie – I’m so happy for you!!!! You’ve done an awesome job! I KNEW something was going on – I kept thinking you looked more defined. You look great – always have, but I think you’re glowing even more with happiness. I’m sorry to hear about the divorce. That is never easy. You’ve done an amazing job keeping up with your busy schedule – I’m glad your mom and family is around to help. That guy really missed out – but now you are open to an amazing new relationship whenever you want to. What a catch you are!

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  • Julie – I’m so happy for you!!!! You’ve done an awesome job! I KNEW something was going on – I kept thinking you looked more defined. You look great – always have, but I think you’re glowing even more with happiness. I’m sorry to hear about the divorce. That is never easy. You’ve done an amazing job keeping up with your busy schedule – I’m glad your mom and family is around to help. That guy really missed out – but now you are open to an amazing new relationship whenever you want to. What a catch you are!

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  • Julie – I’m so happy for you!!!! You’ve done an awesome job! I KNEW something was going on – I kept thinking you looked more defined. You look great – always have, but I think you’re glowing even more with happiness. I’m sorry to hear about the divorce. That is never easy. You’ve done an amazing job keeping up with your busy schedule – I’m glad your mom and family is around to help. That guy really missed out – but now you are open to an amazing new relationship whenever you want to. What a catch you are!

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  • You look just wonderful, Julie! I’m overweight (very) and find inspiration from your photos and story. How smart to take photos of yourself so you can actually see your progress! I am so proud of you because I know first-hand just how hard it is to take it off and keep it off. Just keep up with the great work I know you’re doing!
    I am very sorry about your divorce. They are so painful, no matter what reason. Been through one of those too. Hugs from Albuquerque. On the bright side, you have more room for arting in your home!
    Very best of luck to you, Julie. Brava!!

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  • You look just wonderful, Julie! I’m overweight (very) and find inspiration from your photos and story. How smart to take photos of yourself so you can actually see your progress! I am so proud of you because I know first-hand just how hard it is to take it off and keep it off. Just keep up with the great work I know you’re doing!
    I am very sorry about your divorce. They are so painful, no matter what reason. Been through one of those too. Hugs from Albuquerque. On the bright side, you have more room for arting in your home!
    Very best of luck to you, Julie. Brava!!

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  • You look just wonderful, Julie! I’m overweight (very) and find inspiration from your photos and story. How smart to take photos of yourself so you can actually see your progress! I am so proud of you because I know first-hand just how hard it is to take it off and keep it off. Just keep up with the great work I know you’re doing!
    I am very sorry about your divorce. They are so painful, no matter what reason. Been through one of those too. Hugs from Albuquerque. On the bright side, you have more room for arting in your home!
    Very best of luck to you, Julie. Brava!!

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  • You look just wonderful, Julie! I’m overweight (very) and find inspiration from your photos and story. How smart to take photos of yourself so you can actually see your progress! I am so proud of you because I know first-hand just how hard it is to take it off and keep it off. Just keep up with the great work I know you’re doing!
    I am very sorry about your divorce. They are so painful, no matter what reason. Been through one of those too. Hugs from Albuquerque. On the bright side, you have more room for arting in your home!
    Very best of luck to you, Julie. Brava!!

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  • You look just wonderful, Julie! I’m overweight (very) and find inspiration from your photos and story. How smart to take photos of yourself so you can actually see your progress! I am so proud of you because I know first-hand just how hard it is to take it off and keep it off. Just keep up with the great work I know you’re doing!
    I am very sorry about your divorce. They are so painful, no matter what reason. Been through one of those too. Hugs from Albuquerque. On the bright side, you have more room for arting in your home!
    Very best of luck to you, Julie. Brava!!

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  • You look fantastic! What an accomplishment!
    I’m a Weight Watcher too, so I know the journey you’ve been on. Keep up the good work!
    xo
    jeanne

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  • You look fantastic! What an accomplishment!
    I’m a Weight Watcher too, so I know the journey you’ve been on. Keep up the good work!
    xo
    jeanne

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  • You look fantastic! What an accomplishment!
    I’m a Weight Watcher too, so I know the journey you’ve been on. Keep up the good work!
    xo
    jeanne

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  • You look fantastic! What an accomplishment!
    I’m a Weight Watcher too, so I know the journey you’ve been on. Keep up the good work!
    xo
    jeanne

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  • You look fantastic! What an accomplishment!
    I’m a Weight Watcher too, so I know the journey you’ve been on. Keep up the good work!
    xo
    jeanne

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  • I’ve never cared about your weight, but as a former fat person, I know it is really hard to show up fully in the world. Fat people are the last group that it’s OK to criticize in public. You found a great way to deal with your weight and I am delighted that you have made it work! (Interesting that both of us chose the same day to talk about the same thing!)

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  • I’ve never cared about your weight, but as a former fat person, I know it is really hard to show up fully in the world. Fat people are the last group that it’s OK to criticize in public. You found a great way to deal with your weight and I am delighted that you have made it work! (Interesting that both of us chose the same day to talk about the same thing!)

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  • I’ve never cared about your weight, but as a former fat person, I know it is really hard to show up fully in the world. Fat people are the last group that it’s OK to criticize in public. You found a great way to deal with your weight and I am delighted that you have made it work! (Interesting that both of us chose the same day to talk about the same thing!)

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  • I’ve never cared about your weight, but as a former fat person, I know it is really hard to show up fully in the world. Fat people are the last group that it’s OK to criticize in public. You found a great way to deal with your weight and I am delighted that you have made it work! (Interesting that both of us chose the same day to talk about the same thing!)

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  • I’ve never cared about your weight, but as a former fat person, I know it is really hard to show up fully in the world. Fat people are the last group that it’s OK to criticize in public. You found a great way to deal with your weight and I am delighted that you have made it work! (Interesting that both of us chose the same day to talk about the same thing!)

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  • Julie, you are hands-down, no-doubt-about-it AMAZING. Seriously. Go you. You look incredible- healty and vibrant and alive. You are such an inspiration to so many of us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this.

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  • Julie, you are hands-down, no-doubt-about-it AMAZING. Seriously. Go you. You look incredible- healty and vibrant and alive. You are such an inspiration to so many of us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this.

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  • Julie, you are hands-down, no-doubt-about-it AMAZING. Seriously. Go you. You look incredible- healty and vibrant and alive. You are such an inspiration to so many of us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this.

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  • Julie, you are hands-down, no-doubt-about-it AMAZING. Seriously. Go you. You look incredible- healty and vibrant and alive. You are such an inspiration to so many of us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this.

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  • Julie, you are hands-down, no-doubt-about-it AMAZING. Seriously. Go you. You look incredible- healty and vibrant and alive. You are such an inspiration to so many of us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this.

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  • Congratulations! You look faaaabulous dahlin’
    Sorry to hear about your divorce, but it happens to the “best” of us! Been there, done that! Glad you were able to keep it together during the stressful time.

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  • Congratulations! You look faaaabulous dahlin’
    Sorry to hear about your divorce, but it happens to the “best” of us! Been there, done that! Glad you were able to keep it together during the stressful time.

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  • Congratulations! You look faaaabulous dahlin’
    Sorry to hear about your divorce, but it happens to the “best” of us! Been there, done that! Glad you were able to keep it together during the stressful time.

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  • Congratulations! You look faaaabulous dahlin’
    Sorry to hear about your divorce, but it happens to the “best” of us! Been there, done that! Glad you were able to keep it together during the stressful time.

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  • Congratulations! You look faaaabulous dahlin’
    Sorry to hear about your divorce, but it happens to the “best” of us! Been there, done that! Glad you were able to keep it together during the stressful time.

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  • GO YOU!! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU. I know how hard it is and still haven’t managed it.

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  • GO YOU!! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU. I know how hard it is and still haven’t managed it.

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  • GO YOU!! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU. I know how hard it is and still haven’t managed it.

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  • GO YOU!! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU. I know how hard it is and still haven’t managed it.

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  • GO YOU!! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU. I know how hard it is and still haven’t managed it.

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  • congrats! you look great and I’m sure you feel great too! Keep it up

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  • congrats! you look great and I’m sure you feel great too! Keep it up

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  • congrats! you look great and I’m sure you feel great too! Keep it up

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  • congrats! you look great and I’m sure you feel great too! Keep it up

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  • congrats! you look great and I’m sure you feel great too! Keep it up

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  • You started at beautiful and now you are absolutely stunning! I’m so sorry about your divorce, and good for you in following a plan to hold yourself together. Keep it up…we love you!

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  • You started at beautiful and now you are absolutely stunning! I’m so sorry about your divorce, and good for you in following a plan to hold yourself together. Keep it up…we love you!

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  • You started at beautiful and now you are absolutely stunning! I’m so sorry about your divorce, and good for you in following a plan to hold yourself together. Keep it up…we love you!

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  • You started at beautiful and now you are absolutely stunning! I’m so sorry about your divorce, and good for you in following a plan to hold yourself together. Keep it up…we love you!

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  • You started at beautiful and now you are absolutely stunning! I’m so sorry about your divorce, and good for you in following a plan to hold yourself together. Keep it up…we love you!

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  • Hi Julie,
    Thank you so much for sharing. I have been counting calories for just over a year now and sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated. I have lost 35 pounds but I have a long way to go. Do you prefer the WW meetings or online, motivationally speaking?

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  • Hi Julie,
    Thank you so much for sharing. I have been counting calories for just over a year now and sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated. I have lost 35 pounds but I have a long way to go. Do you prefer the WW meetings or online, motivationally speaking?

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  • Hi Julie,
    Thank you so much for sharing. I have been counting calories for just over a year now and sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated. I have lost 35 pounds but I have a long way to go. Do you prefer the WW meetings or online, motivationally speaking?

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  • Hi Julie,
    Thank you so much for sharing. I have been counting calories for just over a year now and sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated. I have lost 35 pounds but I have a long way to go. Do you prefer the WW meetings or online, motivationally speaking?

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  • Hi Julie,
    Thank you so much for sharing. I have been counting calories for just over a year now and sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated. I have lost 35 pounds but I have a long way to go. Do you prefer the WW meetings or online, motivationally speaking?

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  • I had a feeling this was all going down…really Julie…this type of secret doesn’t last long!!! So….are we all getting less than we bargained for??? NO WAY!!! You go girl!!! (sorry about the divorce…not a happy thingie for anyone involved.

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  • I had a feeling this was all going down…really Julie…this type of secret doesn’t last long!!! So….are we all getting less than we bargained for??? NO WAY!!! You go girl!!! (sorry about the divorce…not a happy thingie for anyone involved.

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  • I had a feeling this was all going down…really Julie…this type of secret doesn’t last long!!! So….are we all getting less than we bargained for??? NO WAY!!! You go girl!!! (sorry about the divorce…not a happy thingie for anyone involved.

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  • I had a feeling this was all going down…really Julie…this type of secret doesn’t last long!!! So….are we all getting less than we bargained for??? NO WAY!!! You go girl!!! (sorry about the divorce…not a happy thingie for anyone involved.

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  • I had a feeling this was all going down…really Julie…this type of secret doesn’t last long!!! So….are we all getting less than we bargained for??? NO WAY!!! You go girl!!! (sorry about the divorce…not a happy thingie for anyone involved.

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  • That is awesome Julie, I could tell you have been losing weight and it is inspirational to all of us who follow you.

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  • That is awesome Julie, I could tell you have been losing weight and it is inspirational to all of us who follow you.

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  • That is awesome Julie, I could tell you have been losing weight and it is inspirational to all of us who follow you.

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  • That is awesome Julie, I could tell you have been losing weight and it is inspirational to all of us who follow you.

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  • That is awesome Julie, I could tell you have been losing weight and it is inspirational to all of us who follow you.

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  • Hi,
    I’m also a first time posting a comment, long time reader. I thought something was up as just the other day I thought you looked even prettier in a photo; your face was more defined. Good on you!! You know what you need to do and you do it! Remember things are getting better and better.

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  • Hi,
    I’m also a first time posting a comment, long time reader. I thought something was up as just the other day I thought you looked even prettier in a photo; your face was more defined. Good on you!! You know what you need to do and you do it! Remember things are getting better and better.

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  • Hi,
    I’m also a first time posting a comment, long time reader. I thought something was up as just the other day I thought you looked even prettier in a photo; your face was more defined. Good on you!! You know what you need to do and you do it! Remember things are getting better and better.

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  • Hi,
    I’m also a first time posting a comment, long time reader. I thought something was up as just the other day I thought you looked even prettier in a photo; your face was more defined. Good on you!! You know what you need to do and you do it! Remember things are getting better and better.

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  • Hi,
    I’m also a first time posting a comment, long time reader. I thought something was up as just the other day I thought you looked even prettier in a photo; your face was more defined. Good on you!! You know what you need to do and you do it! Remember things are getting better and better.

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  • You were always a pretty girl now you are absolutey beautiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss. So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of yourself! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your art journey…luv ya girl!

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  • You were always a pretty girl now you are absolutey beautiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss. So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of yourself! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your art journey…luv ya girl!

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  • You were always a pretty girl now you are absolutey beautiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss. So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of yourself! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your art journey…luv ya girl!

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  • You were always a pretty girl now you are absolutey beautiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss. So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of yourself! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your art journey…luv ya girl!

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  • You were always a pretty girl now you are absolutey beautiful! Congrats on your success with your weight loss. So sorry to hear about you and the hubs, but kudos for not letting a difficult time in your life derail your efforts to take care of yourself! I wish you continued success not only in your weight loss but also in your art journey…luv ya girl!

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  • Thank you for sharing your story! Brave and inspirational! Art rocks!

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  • Thank you for sharing your story! Brave and inspirational! Art rocks!

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  • Thank you for sharing your story! Brave and inspirational! Art rocks!

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  • Thank you for sharing your story! Brave and inspirational! Art rocks!

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  • Thank you for sharing your story! Brave and inspirational! Art rocks!

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  • WOW!! Congrats! 100 pounds in a year is a dream come true.

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  • WOW!! Congrats! 100 pounds in a year is a dream come true.

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  • WOW!! Congrats! 100 pounds in a year is a dream come true.

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  • WOW!! Congrats! 100 pounds in a year is a dream come true.

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  • WOW!! Congrats! 100 pounds in a year is a dream come true.

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  • heck, yea! u look fab-you-lous :), congratulations!!!!

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  • heck, yea! u look fab-you-lous :), congratulations!!!!

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  • heck, yea! u look fab-you-lous :), congratulations!!!!

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  • heck, yea! u look fab-you-lous :), congratulations!!!!

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  • heck, yea! u look fab-you-lous :), congratulations!!!!

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  • Congratulations on your success, and for sticking with it through such a difficult change. So sorry to hear about your divorce. You look wonderful by the way, but you were always beautiful! Take care!

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  • Congratulations on your success, and for sticking with it through such a difficult change. So sorry to hear about your divorce. You look wonderful by the way, but you were always beautiful! Take care!

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  • Congratulations on your success, and for sticking with it through such a difficult change. So sorry to hear about your divorce. You look wonderful by the way, but you were always beautiful! Take care!

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  • Congratulations on your success, and for sticking with it through such a difficult change. So sorry to hear about your divorce. You look wonderful by the way, but you were always beautiful! Take care!

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  • Congratulations on your success, and for sticking with it through such a difficult change. So sorry to hear about your divorce. You look wonderful by the way, but you were always beautiful! Take care!

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  • Congratulations, Julie. You look fabulous! And probably feel like a new person, too.

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  • Congratulations, Julie. You look fabulous! And probably feel like a new person, too.

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  • Congratulations, Julie. You look fabulous! And probably feel like a new person, too.

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  • Congratulations, Julie. You look fabulous! And probably feel like a new person, too.

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  • Congratulations, Julie. You look fabulous! And probably feel like a new person, too.

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  • Julie….you look GREAT!!!!!you are one of my favorite artist and blogs that I enjoy to read. Without you I would have never known what the heck to do you with a stencil. I think I almost have everyone. I also would never have gotten into art journaling…so thank you so much for that…I too have lost a ton a weight in the last year and a half. I have lost almost 90lbs in a year. I started last May. I still have around 25lb to go. I can’t say enough about weight watchers… It is not just a weight loss program it is away of living your live to the fullest. I wish further luck on your journey. You are beautiful inside and out. I can tell in your pictures you posted how you are beaming with confidence. Julia, you can rule the world!!!!!

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  • Julie….you look GREAT!!!!!you are one of my favorite artist and blogs that I enjoy to read. Without you I would have never known what the heck to do you with a stencil. I think I almost have everyone. I also would never have gotten into art journaling…so thank you so much for that…I too have lost a ton a weight in the last year and a half. I have lost almost 90lbs in a year. I started last May. I still have around 25lb to go. I can’t say enough about weight watchers… It is not just a weight loss program it is away of living your live to the fullest. I wish further luck on your journey. You are beautiful inside and out. I can tell in your pictures you posted how you are beaming with confidence. Julia, you can rule the world!!!!!

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  • Julie….you look GREAT!!!!!you are one of my favorite artist and blogs that I enjoy to read. Without you I would have never known what the heck to do you with a stencil. I think I almost have everyone. I also would never have gotten into art journaling…so thank you so much for that…I too have lost a ton a weight in the last year and a half. I have lost almost 90lbs in a year. I started last May. I still have around 25lb to go. I can’t say enough about weight watchers… It is not just a weight loss program it is away of living your live to the fullest. I wish further luck on your journey. You are beautiful inside and out. I can tell in your pictures you posted how you are beaming with confidence. Julia, you can rule the world!!!!!

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  • Julie….you look GREAT!!!!!you are one of my favorite artist and blogs that I enjoy to read. Without you I would have never known what the heck to do you with a stencil. I think I almost have everyone. I also would never have gotten into art journaling…so thank you so much for that…I too have lost a ton a weight in the last year and a half. I have lost almost 90lbs in a year. I started last May. I still have around 25lb to go. I can’t say enough about weight watchers… It is not just a weight loss program it is away of living your live to the fullest. I wish further luck on your journey. You are beautiful inside and out. I can tell in your pictures you posted how you are beaming with confidence. Julia, you can rule the world!!!!!

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  • Julie….you look GREAT!!!!!you are one of my favorite artist and blogs that I enjoy to read. Without you I would have never known what the heck to do you with a stencil. I think I almost have everyone. I also would never have gotten into art journaling…so thank you so much for that…I too have lost a ton a weight in the last year and a half. I have lost almost 90lbs in a year. I started last May. I still have around 25lb to go. I can’t say enough about weight watchers… It is not just a weight loss program it is away of living your live to the fullest. I wish further luck on your journey. You are beautiful inside and out. I can tell in your pictures you posted how you are beaming with confidence. Julia, you can rule the world!!!!!

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  • Way to go Julie! Awesome!

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  • Way to go Julie! Awesome!

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  • Way to go Julie! Awesome!

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  • Way to go Julie! Awesome!

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  • Way to go Julie! Awesome!

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  • Again you are inspiring me….to start the journey. You are an amazing person inside and out, and I am cheering you on from across the miles! Hugs to you and thank you for sharing this…you probably will never know how many little sparks of hope you have given so many!

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  • Again you are inspiring me….to start the journey. You are an amazing person inside and out, and I am cheering you on from across the miles! Hugs to you and thank you for sharing this…you probably will never know how many little sparks of hope you have given so many!

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  • Again you are inspiring me….to start the journey. You are an amazing person inside and out, and I am cheering you on from across the miles! Hugs to you and thank you for sharing this…you probably will never know how many little sparks of hope you have given so many!

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  • Again you are inspiring me….to start the journey. You are an amazing person inside and out, and I am cheering you on from across the miles! Hugs to you and thank you for sharing this…you probably will never know how many little sparks of hope you have given so many!

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  • Again you are inspiring me….to start the journey. You are an amazing person inside and out, and I am cheering you on from across the miles! Hugs to you and thank you for sharing this…you probably will never know how many little sparks of hope you have given so many!

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  • Congratulations Julie! Your commitment to your goals and health during a tough time is inspiring. I have a few questions of course since I am trying to improve my health and lose some weight. Did you do Weight Watchers Meetings or just their Online program? Is there a (relatively) simple change your recommend making to lose weight? I love the outfits in your summer pictures. Have you found some new places to shop?

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  • Congratulations Julie! Your commitment to your goals and health during a tough time is inspiring. I have a few questions of course since I am trying to improve my health and lose some weight. Did you do Weight Watchers Meetings or just their Online program? Is there a (relatively) simple change your recommend making to lose weight? I love the outfits in your summer pictures. Have you found some new places to shop?

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  • Congratulations Julie! Your commitment to your goals and health during a tough time is inspiring. I have a few questions of course since I am trying to improve my health and lose some weight. Did you do Weight Watchers Meetings or just their Online program? Is there a (relatively) simple change your recommend making to lose weight? I love the outfits in your summer pictures. Have you found some new places to shop?

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  • Congratulations Julie! Your commitment to your goals and health during a tough time is inspiring. I have a few questions of course since I am trying to improve my health and lose some weight. Did you do Weight Watchers Meetings or just their Online program? Is there a (relatively) simple change your recommend making to lose weight? I love the outfits in your summer pictures. Have you found some new places to shop?

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  • Congratulations Julie! Your commitment to your goals and health during a tough time is inspiring. I have a few questions of course since I am trying to improve my health and lose some weight. Did you do Weight Watchers Meetings or just their Online program? Is there a (relatively) simple change your recommend making to lose weight? I love the outfits in your summer pictures. Have you found some new places to shop?

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  • Good for you! Investing in yourself and in your good health will pay off every time!!

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  • Good for you! Investing in yourself and in your good health will pay off every time!!

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  • Good for you! Investing in yourself and in your good health will pay off every time!!

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  • Good for you! Investing in yourself and in your good health will pay off every time!!

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  • Good for you! Investing in yourself and in your good health will pay off every time!!

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  • Hi Julie
    I’m really proud of you for ‘coming out of the closet’ and also being open about what has been going on in your life. I started noticing early on that ‘our apartment’ became ‘my apartment’ and have been wanting to write to you about it but knowing that I may have been crossing a line, I didn’t. I wanted to respect your intimacy, but also wanted to reach out in case you needed a good ear. Anyway, you came through with flying colors and I commend you on sticking to your weight loss program. Even besides the fact that you look so good, I’m sure you feel even better. Bravo and keep up the good work. xo

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  • Hi Julie
    I’m really proud of you for ‘coming out of the closet’ and also being open about what has been going on in your life. I started noticing early on that ‘our apartment’ became ‘my apartment’ and have been wanting to write to you about it but knowing that I may have been crossing a line, I didn’t. I wanted to respect your intimacy, but also wanted to reach out in case you needed a good ear. Anyway, you came through with flying colors and I commend you on sticking to your weight loss program. Even besides the fact that you look so good, I’m sure you feel even better. Bravo and keep up the good work. xo

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  • Hi Julie
    I’m really proud of you for ‘coming out of the closet’ and also being open about what has been going on in your life. I started noticing early on that ‘our apartment’ became ‘my apartment’ and have been wanting to write to you about it but knowing that I may have been crossing a line, I didn’t. I wanted to respect your intimacy, but also wanted to reach out in case you needed a good ear. Anyway, you came through with flying colors and I commend you on sticking to your weight loss program. Even besides the fact that you look so good, I’m sure you feel even better. Bravo and keep up the good work. xo

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  • Hi Julie
    I’m really proud of you for ‘coming out of the closet’ and also being open about what has been going on in your life. I started noticing early on that ‘our apartment’ became ‘my apartment’ and have been wanting to write to you about it but knowing that I may have been crossing a line, I didn’t. I wanted to respect your intimacy, but also wanted to reach out in case you needed a good ear. Anyway, you came through with flying colors and I commend you on sticking to your weight loss program. Even besides the fact that you look so good, I’m sure you feel even better. Bravo and keep up the good work. xo

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  • Hi Julie
    I’m really proud of you for ‘coming out of the closet’ and also being open about what has been going on in your life. I started noticing early on that ‘our apartment’ became ‘my apartment’ and have been wanting to write to you about it but knowing that I may have been crossing a line, I didn’t. I wanted to respect your intimacy, but also wanted to reach out in case you needed a good ear. Anyway, you came through with flying colors and I commend you on sticking to your weight loss program. Even besides the fact that you look so good, I’m sure you feel even better. Bravo and keep up the good work. xo

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  • Congratulations! What an achievement – you look great!

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  • Congratulations! What an achievement – you look great!

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  • Congratulations! What an achievement – you look great!

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  • Congratulations! What an achievement – you look great!

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  • Congratulations! What an achievement – you look great!

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  • You loo amazing! Way to persevere. Wishing you only good things to come!

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  • You loo amazing! Way to persevere. Wishing you only good things to come!

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  • You loo amazing! Way to persevere. Wishing you only good things to come!

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  • You loo amazing! Way to persevere. Wishing you only good things to come!

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  • You loo amazing! Way to persevere. Wishing you only good things to come!

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  • You are beautiful!

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  • You are beautiful!

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  • You are beautiful!

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  • You are beautiful!

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  • You are beautiful!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing. I, like so many others, had thought you were looking different. Happier. I hope that is true. Thank you for sharing about yourself and all of your inspiring art. One question: I know you traveled recently; how did you make that work into your plan?
    Go Julie Go!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing. I, like so many others, had thought you were looking different. Happier. I hope that is true. Thank you for sharing about yourself and all of your inspiring art. One question: I know you traveled recently; how did you make that work into your plan?
    Go Julie Go!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing. I, like so many others, had thought you were looking different. Happier. I hope that is true. Thank you for sharing about yourself and all of your inspiring art. One question: I know you traveled recently; how did you make that work into your plan?
    Go Julie Go!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing. I, like so many others, had thought you were looking different. Happier. I hope that is true. Thank you for sharing about yourself and all of your inspiring art. One question: I know you traveled recently; how did you make that work into your plan?
    Go Julie Go!

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  • Thank you so much for sharing. I, like so many others, had thought you were looking different. Happier. I hope that is true. Thank you for sharing about yourself and all of your inspiring art. One question: I know you traveled recently; how did you make that work into your plan?
    Go Julie Go!

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  • Fantastic! Congratulations on your follow through and staying on task with all of the traveling you do.

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  • Fantastic! Congratulations on your follow through and staying on task with all of the traveling you do.

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  • Fantastic! Congratulations on your follow through and staying on task with all of the traveling you do.

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  • Fantastic! Congratulations on your follow through and staying on task with all of the traveling you do.

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  • Fantastic! Congratulations on your follow through and staying on task with all of the traveling you do.

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  • Julie, congratulations on your awesome journey to loose the weight – 100 lbs. is almost another person! I’ve noticed you’ve been shrinking with every post! I’m so sorry about the break up, but I’m proud you didn’t let that little stone stumble you!
    Looking forward to more awesomeness from you!
    Hugs,
    Carmen L

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  • Julie, congratulations on your awesome journey to loose the weight – 100 lbs. is almost another person! I’ve noticed you’ve been shrinking with every post! I’m so sorry about the break up, but I’m proud you didn’t let that little stone stumble you!
    Looking forward to more awesomeness from you!
    Hugs,
    Carmen L

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  • Julie, congratulations on your awesome journey to loose the weight – 100 lbs. is almost another person! I’ve noticed you’ve been shrinking with every post! I’m so sorry about the break up, but I’m proud you didn’t let that little stone stumble you!
    Looking forward to more awesomeness from you!
    Hugs,
    Carmen L

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  • Julie, congratulations on your awesome journey to loose the weight – 100 lbs. is almost another person! I’ve noticed you’ve been shrinking with every post! I’m so sorry about the break up, but I’m proud you didn’t let that little stone stumble you!
    Looking forward to more awesomeness from you!
    Hugs,
    Carmen L

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  • Julie, congratulations on your awesome journey to loose the weight – 100 lbs. is almost another person! I’ve noticed you’ve been shrinking with every post! I’m so sorry about the break up, but I’m proud you didn’t let that little stone stumble you!
    Looking forward to more awesomeness from you!
    Hugs,
    Carmen L

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  • Wow! Thanks for sharing. I could tell from your pictures that you’ve been losing weight. You look great!

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  • Wow! Thanks for sharing. I could tell from your pictures that you’ve been losing weight. You look great!

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  • Wow! Thanks for sharing. I could tell from your pictures that you’ve been losing weight. You look great!

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  • Wow! Thanks for sharing. I could tell from your pictures that you’ve been losing weight. You look great!

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  • Wow! Thanks for sharing. I could tell from your pictures that you’ve been losing weight. You look great!

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  • Congratulations. I have been watching the transformation and silently cheering you on. Weight Watchers is the best,keep going to your goal. Ginger F.

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  • Congratulations. I have been watching the transformation and silently cheering you on. Weight Watchers is the best,keep going to your goal. Ginger F.

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  • Congratulations. I have been watching the transformation and silently cheering you on. Weight Watchers is the best,keep going to your goal. Ginger F.

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  • Congratulations. I have been watching the transformation and silently cheering you on. Weight Watchers is the best,keep going to your goal. Ginger F.

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  • Congratulations. I have been watching the transformation and silently cheering you on. Weight Watchers is the best,keep going to your goal. Ginger F.

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  • I have been following your blog for about 3 years. You inspire me in so many ways! I have also been a WW follower for a bit longer…it is great to see another person have success with their logical, liveable plan. Keep it up! I am so proud of you, especially hanging in there through a big change like a relationship ending. You have the most amazing things in your life still AHEAD of you!

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  • I have been following your blog for about 3 years. You inspire me in so many ways! I have also been a WW follower for a bit longer…it is great to see another person have success with their logical, liveable plan. Keep it up! I am so proud of you, especially hanging in there through a big change like a relationship ending. You have the most amazing things in your life still AHEAD of you!

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  • I have been following your blog for about 3 years. You inspire me in so many ways! I have also been a WW follower for a bit longer…it is great to see another person have success with their logical, liveable plan. Keep it up! I am so proud of you, especially hanging in there through a big change like a relationship ending. You have the most amazing things in your life still AHEAD of you!

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  • I have been following your blog for about 3 years. You inspire me in so many ways! I have also been a WW follower for a bit longer…it is great to see another person have success with their logical, liveable plan. Keep it up! I am so proud of you, especially hanging in there through a big change like a relationship ending. You have the most amazing things in your life still AHEAD of you!

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  • I have been following your blog for about 3 years. You inspire me in so many ways! I have also been a WW follower for a bit longer…it is great to see another person have success with their logical, liveable plan. Keep it up! I am so proud of you, especially hanging in there through a big change like a relationship ending. You have the most amazing things in your life still AHEAD of you!

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  • I thought I saw a difference but without anything public I just wasn’t sure. I wish I could do it too! Sorry about the divorce. If you are single though, the world is yours now. Open your thoughts, dream big. You go girl!

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  • I thought I saw a difference but without anything public I just wasn’t sure. I wish I could do it too! Sorry about the divorce. If you are single though, the world is yours now. Open your thoughts, dream big. You go girl!

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  • I thought I saw a difference but without anything public I just wasn’t sure. I wish I could do it too! Sorry about the divorce. If you are single though, the world is yours now. Open your thoughts, dream big. You go girl!

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  • I thought I saw a difference but without anything public I just wasn’t sure. I wish I could do it too! Sorry about the divorce. If you are single though, the world is yours now. Open your thoughts, dream big. You go girl!

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  • I thought I saw a difference but without anything public I just wasn’t sure. I wish I could do it too! Sorry about the divorce. If you are single though, the world is yours now. Open your thoughts, dream big. You go girl!

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  • As a regular reader, I had definitely noticed the weight loss. What an accomplishment! Thank you for sharing your journey…sounds like it has been a tough year. May these comments serve as a reminder that you are valuable and loved. Thanks for the daily inspiration.

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  • As a regular reader, I had definitely noticed the weight loss. What an accomplishment! Thank you for sharing your journey…sounds like it has been a tough year. May these comments serve as a reminder that you are valuable and loved. Thanks for the daily inspiration.

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  • As a regular reader, I had definitely noticed the weight loss. What an accomplishment! Thank you for sharing your journey…sounds like it has been a tough year. May these comments serve as a reminder that you are valuable and loved. Thanks for the daily inspiration.

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  • As a regular reader, I had definitely noticed the weight loss. What an accomplishment! Thank you for sharing your journey…sounds like it has been a tough year. May these comments serve as a reminder that you are valuable and loved. Thanks for the daily inspiration.

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  • As a regular reader, I had definitely noticed the weight loss. What an accomplishment! Thank you for sharing your journey…sounds like it has been a tough year. May these comments serve as a reminder that you are valuable and loved. Thanks for the daily inspiration.

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  • Congratulations to you!!!! I noticed right away and I’m so glad you finally told us what you were up to. I realize this is an art blog and that it must be difficult to put yourself out there because everyone isn’t nice, so thank you, I appreciate it! I have dealt with weight all my life! The question I have is… do you think there is something specific about WW that helped you to loose or do you think it was just because you made up your mind and stuck with it. I am trying to decide which program I am going to try, I’ve had great success with WW before. Sorry to hear about your marriage but way to go for keeping the focus. You look marvelous!!!

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  • Congratulations to you!!!! I noticed right away and I’m so glad you finally told us what you were up to. I realize this is an art blog and that it must be difficult to put yourself out there because everyone isn’t nice, so thank you, I appreciate it! I have dealt with weight all my life! The question I have is… do you think there is something specific about WW that helped you to loose or do you think it was just because you made up your mind and stuck with it. I am trying to decide which program I am going to try, I’ve had great success with WW before. Sorry to hear about your marriage but way to go for keeping the focus. You look marvelous!!!

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  • Congratulations to you!!!! I noticed right away and I’m so glad you finally told us what you were up to. I realize this is an art blog and that it must be difficult to put yourself out there because everyone isn’t nice, so thank you, I appreciate it! I have dealt with weight all my life! The question I have is… do you think there is something specific about WW that helped you to loose or do you think it was just because you made up your mind and stuck with it. I am trying to decide which program I am going to try, I’ve had great success with WW before. Sorry to hear about your marriage but way to go for keeping the focus. You look marvelous!!!

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  • Congratulations to you!!!! I noticed right away and I’m so glad you finally told us what you were up to. I realize this is an art blog and that it must be difficult to put yourself out there because everyone isn’t nice, so thank you, I appreciate it! I have dealt with weight all my life! The question I have is… do you think there is something specific about WW that helped you to loose or do you think it was just because you made up your mind and stuck with it. I am trying to decide which program I am going to try, I’ve had great success with WW before. Sorry to hear about your marriage but way to go for keeping the focus. You look marvelous!!!

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  • Congratulations to you!!!! I noticed right away and I’m so glad you finally told us what you were up to. I realize this is an art blog and that it must be difficult to put yourself out there because everyone isn’t nice, so thank you, I appreciate it! I have dealt with weight all my life! The question I have is… do you think there is something specific about WW that helped you to loose or do you think it was just because you made up your mind and stuck with it. I am trying to decide which program I am going to try, I’ve had great success with WW before. Sorry to hear about your marriage but way to go for keeping the focus. You look marvelous!!!

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  • You look maaahhhvveelloouuus! More importantly, I’m so glad you’re healthy! WW is a great way to safely lose and then maintain. I know I just feel 100% healthier now without all the extra burden on my body and from the twinkle in your eye these days, I’m betting you’re feeling pretty good, too! Losing weight is very difficult, so stand proud and bask in your accomplishment!!!

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  • You look maaahhhvveelloouuus! More importantly, I’m so glad you’re healthy! WW is a great way to safely lose and then maintain. I know I just feel 100% healthier now without all the extra burden on my body and from the twinkle in your eye these days, I’m betting you’re feeling pretty good, too! Losing weight is very difficult, so stand proud and bask in your accomplishment!!!

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  • You look maaahhhvveelloouuus! More importantly, I’m so glad you’re healthy! WW is a great way to safely lose and then maintain. I know I just feel 100% healthier now without all the extra burden on my body and from the twinkle in your eye these days, I’m betting you’re feeling pretty good, too! Losing weight is very difficult, so stand proud and bask in your accomplishment!!!

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  • You look maaahhhvveelloouuus! More importantly, I’m so glad you’re healthy! WW is a great way to safely lose and then maintain. I know I just feel 100% healthier now without all the extra burden on my body and from the twinkle in your eye these days, I’m betting you’re feeling pretty good, too! Losing weight is very difficult, so stand proud and bask in your accomplishment!!!

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  • You look maaahhhvveelloouuus! More importantly, I’m so glad you’re healthy! WW is a great way to safely lose and then maintain. I know I just feel 100% healthier now without all the extra burden on my body and from the twinkle in your eye these days, I’m betting you’re feeling pretty good, too! Losing weight is very difficult, so stand proud and bask in your accomplishment!!!

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  • I know the heart in the before and after pics is the same, so you were always beautiful to me regardless, but w-wow! You are a brave one for sticking to it, and I so admire you!

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  • I know the heart in the before and after pics is the same, so you were always beautiful to me regardless, but w-wow! You are a brave one for sticking to it, and I so admire you!

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  • I know the heart in the before and after pics is the same, so you were always beautiful to me regardless, but w-wow! You are a brave one for sticking to it, and I so admire you!

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  • I know the heart in the before and after pics is the same, so you were always beautiful to me regardless, but w-wow! You are a brave one for sticking to it, and I so admire you!

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  • I know the heart in the before and after pics is the same, so you were always beautiful to me regardless, but w-wow! You are a brave one for sticking to it, and I so admire you!

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  • Wow! Good for you!

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  • Wow! Good for you!

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  • Wow! Good for you!

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  • Wow! Good for you!

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  • Wow! Good for you!

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  • Way to go, Julie!! You are an inspiration to so many with your art and now with your weight loss. When one loses weight, the transformation is not only external, but internal, as well. I’m sure you are feeling so much better too. You look marvelous, Darling!!

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  • Way to go, Julie!! You are an inspiration to so many with your art and now with your weight loss. When one loses weight, the transformation is not only external, but internal, as well. I’m sure you are feeling so much better too. You look marvelous, Darling!!

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  • Way to go, Julie!! You are an inspiration to so many with your art and now with your weight loss. When one loses weight, the transformation is not only external, but internal, as well. I’m sure you are feeling so much better too. You look marvelous, Darling!!

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  • Way to go, Julie!! You are an inspiration to so many with your art and now with your weight loss. When one loses weight, the transformation is not only external, but internal, as well. I’m sure you are feeling so much better too. You look marvelous, Darling!!

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  • Way to go, Julie!! You are an inspiration to so many with your art and now with your weight loss. When one loses weight, the transformation is not only external, but internal, as well. I’m sure you are feeling so much better too. You look marvelous, Darling!!

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  • Your beauty truly comes from inside. You are an amazing wonderful person.

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  • Your beauty truly comes from inside. You are an amazing wonderful person.

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  • Your beauty truly comes from inside. You are an amazing wonderful person.

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  • Your beauty truly comes from inside. You are an amazing wonderful person.

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  • Your beauty truly comes from inside. You are an amazing wonderful person.

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  • Julie, you look fantastic!!! I had seen a few photos of you recently and thought that you were looking a lot slimmer than when we met at Ranger U all those years ago. Congratulations to you.
    Lin

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  • Julie, you look fantastic!!! I had seen a few photos of you recently and thought that you were looking a lot slimmer than when we met at Ranger U all those years ago. Congratulations to you.
    Lin

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  • Julie, you look fantastic!!! I had seen a few photos of you recently and thought that you were looking a lot slimmer than when we met at Ranger U all those years ago. Congratulations to you.
    Lin

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  • Julie, you look fantastic!!! I had seen a few photos of you recently and thought that you were looking a lot slimmer than when we met at Ranger U all those years ago. Congratulations to you.
    Lin

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  • Julie, you look fantastic!!! I had seen a few photos of you recently and thought that you were looking a lot slimmer than when we met at Ranger U all those years ago. Congratulations to you.
    Lin

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  • Well done, Julie! You look amazing (but then you are amazing, weight loss or not!) Congratulations! PS That pink shirt looks beautiful on you.

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  • Well done, Julie! You look amazing (but then you are amazing, weight loss or not!) Congratulations! PS That pink shirt looks beautiful on you.

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  • Well done, Julie! You look amazing (but then you are amazing, weight loss or not!) Congratulations! PS That pink shirt looks beautiful on you.

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  • Well done, Julie! You look amazing (but then you are amazing, weight loss or not!) Congratulations! PS That pink shirt looks beautiful on you.

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  • Well done, Julie! You look amazing (but then you are amazing, weight loss or not!) Congratulations! PS That pink shirt looks beautiful on you.

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  • I’ve always thought you were gorgeous (I envy your hair SO much! Mine is a straight bob that I’m far to lazy to do anything with. Hence the easy bob *g*) And you have such a cheeky grin… so I’m hesitant to say “Wow you look gorgeous” as that implies I didn’t think you were before (does that make sense?) but you do and you did and you have throughout your ‘journey’ which we’ve all noticed 🙂
    Congratulations and for doing it healthily. I hope you get to where you want to be.

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  • I’ve always thought you were gorgeous (I envy your hair SO much! Mine is a straight bob that I’m far to lazy to do anything with. Hence the easy bob *g*) And you have such a cheeky grin… so I’m hesitant to say “Wow you look gorgeous” as that implies I didn’t think you were before (does that make sense?) but you do and you did and you have throughout your ‘journey’ which we’ve all noticed 🙂
    Congratulations and for doing it healthily. I hope you get to where you want to be.

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  • I’ve always thought you were gorgeous (I envy your hair SO much! Mine is a straight bob that I’m far to lazy to do anything with. Hence the easy bob *g*) And you have such a cheeky grin… so I’m hesitant to say “Wow you look gorgeous” as that implies I didn’t think you were before (does that make sense?) but you do and you did and you have throughout your ‘journey’ which we’ve all noticed 🙂
    Congratulations and for doing it healthily. I hope you get to where you want to be.

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  • I’ve always thought you were gorgeous (I envy your hair SO much! Mine is a straight bob that I’m far to lazy to do anything with. Hence the easy bob *g*) And you have such a cheeky grin… so I’m hesitant to say “Wow you look gorgeous” as that implies I didn’t think you were before (does that make sense?) but you do and you did and you have throughout your ‘journey’ which we’ve all noticed 🙂
    Congratulations and for doing it healthily. I hope you get to where you want to be.

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  • I’ve always thought you were gorgeous (I envy your hair SO much! Mine is a straight bob that I’m far to lazy to do anything with. Hence the easy bob *g*) And you have such a cheeky grin… so I’m hesitant to say “Wow you look gorgeous” as that implies I didn’t think you were before (does that make sense?) but you do and you did and you have throughout your ‘journey’ which we’ve all noticed 🙂
    Congratulations and for doing it healthily. I hope you get to where you want to be.

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  • I’ve been watching you emerging like a butterfly but didn’t want to comment on your personal life as it’s your art and personality that keep me here. Having said that you look glowing and the longer hair really suits you too. I’m so impressed with your strength to keep at it during all the challenges of the last year – big congratulatory hug sent to you x

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  • I’ve been watching you emerging like a butterfly but didn’t want to comment on your personal life as it’s your art and personality that keep me here. Having said that you look glowing and the longer hair really suits you too. I’m so impressed with your strength to keep at it during all the challenges of the last year – big congratulatory hug sent to you x

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  • I’ve been watching you emerging like a butterfly but didn’t want to comment on your personal life as it’s your art and personality that keep me here. Having said that you look glowing and the longer hair really suits you too. I’m so impressed with your strength to keep at it during all the challenges of the last year – big congratulatory hug sent to you x

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  • I’ve been watching you emerging like a butterfly but didn’t want to comment on your personal life as it’s your art and personality that keep me here. Having said that you look glowing and the longer hair really suits you too. I’m so impressed with your strength to keep at it during all the challenges of the last year – big congratulatory hug sent to you x

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  • I’ve been watching you emerging like a butterfly but didn’t want to comment on your personal life as it’s your art and personality that keep me here. Having said that you look glowing and the longer hair really suits you too. I’m so impressed with your strength to keep at it during all the challenges of the last year – big congratulatory hug sent to you x

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  • Congrats Julie! You are a beautiful person and I wish you all the happiness in the world!

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  • Congrats Julie! You are a beautiful person and I wish you all the happiness in the world!

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  • Congrats Julie! You are a beautiful person and I wish you all the happiness in the world!

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  • Congrats Julie! You are a beautiful person and I wish you all the happiness in the world!

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  • Congrats Julie! You are a beautiful person and I wish you all the happiness in the world!

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  • Congratulations on your weight loss! I began my weight loss joiurney lin June 2012 (or I should say re-began; I have been on every diet in the book including Weight Watchers). I had 100 lbs to lose and have lost 67 so far. I know how hard it is, and also how long it seems at first before it shows up in pictures, but when it does, it is so rewarding. I feel so better and I know you must too. Way to go! You have much to be proud of. And I love your art and have followed your blog for some time.

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  • Congratulations on your weight loss! I began my weight loss joiurney lin June 2012 (or I should say re-began; I have been on every diet in the book including Weight Watchers). I had 100 lbs to lose and have lost 67 so far. I know how hard it is, and also how long it seems at first before it shows up in pictures, but when it does, it is so rewarding. I feel so better and I know you must too. Way to go! You have much to be proud of. And I love your art and have followed your blog for some time.

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  • Congratulations on your weight loss! I began my weight loss joiurney lin June 2012 (or I should say re-began; I have been on every diet in the book including Weight Watchers). I had 100 lbs to lose and have lost 67 so far. I know how hard it is, and also how long it seems at first before it shows up in pictures, but when it does, it is so rewarding. I feel so better and I know you must too. Way to go! You have much to be proud of. And I love your art and have followed your blog for some time.

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  • Congratulations on your weight loss! I began my weight loss joiurney lin June 2012 (or I should say re-began; I have been on every diet in the book including Weight Watchers). I had 100 lbs to lose and have lost 67 so far. I know how hard it is, and also how long it seems at first before it shows up in pictures, but when it does, it is so rewarding. I feel so better and I know you must too. Way to go! You have much to be proud of. And I love your art and have followed your blog for some time.

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  • Congratulations on your weight loss! I began my weight loss joiurney lin June 2012 (or I should say re-began; I have been on every diet in the book including Weight Watchers). I had 100 lbs to lose and have lost 67 so far. I know how hard it is, and also how long it seems at first before it shows up in pictures, but when it does, it is so rewarding. I feel so better and I know you must too. Way to go! You have much to be proud of. And I love your art and have followed your blog for some time.

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  • You are so remarkably inspiring, strong, creative and imaginative in all aspects of your life. I’m sorry to hear about your struggles and rejoice in your triumphs. Congrats on the amazing weight loss and thanks for inspiring everyone everyday in so many ways.

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  • You are so remarkably inspiring, strong, creative and imaginative in all aspects of your life. I’m sorry to hear about your struggles and rejoice in your triumphs. Congrats on the amazing weight loss and thanks for inspiring everyone everyday in so many ways.

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  • You are so remarkably inspiring, strong, creative and imaginative in all aspects of your life. I’m sorry to hear about your struggles and rejoice in your triumphs. Congrats on the amazing weight loss and thanks for inspiring everyone everyday in so many ways.

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  • You are so remarkably inspiring, strong, creative and imaginative in all aspects of your life. I’m sorry to hear about your struggles and rejoice in your triumphs. Congrats on the amazing weight loss and thanks for inspiring everyone everyday in so many ways.

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  • You are so remarkably inspiring, strong, creative and imaginative in all aspects of your life. I’m sorry to hear about your struggles and rejoice in your triumphs. Congrats on the amazing weight loss and thanks for inspiring everyone everyday in so many ways.

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  • Well done Julie. You were always a beautyful girl but now your beauty shines trough even more. You are a true inspiration in every way. I salute you.

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  • Well done Julie. You were always a beautyful girl but now your beauty shines trough even more. You are a true inspiration in every way. I salute you.

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  • Well done Julie. You were always a beautyful girl but now your beauty shines trough even more. You are a true inspiration in every way. I salute you.

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  • Well done Julie. You were always a beautyful girl but now your beauty shines trough even more. You are a true inspiration in every way. I salute you.

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  • Well done Julie. You were always a beautyful girl but now your beauty shines trough even more. You are a true inspiration in every way. I salute you.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You may not have seen the weight loss on your body, but we certainly have. I am sorry for all you are going through, I know it’s not easy by any means. It will get better on the other side, but unfortunately you have to go through it to get to the better. You are an inspiration on so many levels. You are in my prayers.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You may not have seen the weight loss on your body, but we certainly have. I am sorry for all you are going through, I know it’s not easy by any means. It will get better on the other side, but unfortunately you have to go through it to get to the better. You are an inspiration on so many levels. You are in my prayers.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You may not have seen the weight loss on your body, but we certainly have. I am sorry for all you are going through, I know it’s not easy by any means. It will get better on the other side, but unfortunately you have to go through it to get to the better. You are an inspiration on so many levels. You are in my prayers.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You may not have seen the weight loss on your body, but we certainly have. I am sorry for all you are going through, I know it’s not easy by any means. It will get better on the other side, but unfortunately you have to go through it to get to the better. You are an inspiration on so many levels. You are in my prayers.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You may not have seen the weight loss on your body, but we certainly have. I am sorry for all you are going through, I know it’s not easy by any means. It will get better on the other side, but unfortunately you have to go through it to get to the better. You are an inspiration on so many levels. You are in my prayers.

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  • a very brave post – thank you. you are inspirational in so many ways.

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  • a very brave post – thank you. you are inspirational in so many ways.

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  • a very brave post – thank you. you are inspirational in so many ways.

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  • a very brave post – thank you. you are inspirational in so many ways.

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  • a very brave post – thank you. you are inspirational in so many ways.

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  • Thanks for sharing your story with us. You look great, and your post shows you feel great too. I cannot imagine it was easy to do, but I am so glad you did.

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  • Thanks for sharing your story with us. You look great, and your post shows you feel great too. I cannot imagine it was easy to do, but I am so glad you did.

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  • Thanks for sharing your story with us. You look great, and your post shows you feel great too. I cannot imagine it was easy to do, but I am so glad you did.

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  • Thanks for sharing your story with us. You look great, and your post shows you feel great too. I cannot imagine it was easy to do, but I am so glad you did.

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  • Thanks for sharing your story with us. You look great, and your post shows you feel great too. I cannot imagine it was easy to do, but I am so glad you did.

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  • Congratulations Julie! That is a wonderful accomplishment and you are an inspiration! You should be very proud of yourself.

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  • Congratulations Julie! That is a wonderful accomplishment and you are an inspiration! You should be very proud of yourself.

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  • Congratulations Julie! That is a wonderful accomplishment and you are an inspiration! You should be very proud of yourself.

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  • Congratulations Julie! That is a wonderful accomplishment and you are an inspiration! You should be very proud of yourself.

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  • Congratulations Julie! That is a wonderful accomplishment and you are an inspiration! You should be very proud of yourself.

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  • You are beautiful! Beautiful and talented and beautifully amazing!!!

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  • You are beautiful! Beautiful and talented and beautifully amazing!!!

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  • You are beautiful! Beautiful and talented and beautifully amazing!!!

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  • You are beautiful! Beautiful and talented and beautifully amazing!!!

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  • You are beautiful! Beautiful and talented and beautifully amazing!!!

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  • Wow what an amazing difference, you look so pretty! So sorry about your divorce, but onward and upwards in life and fitness, now you have found the new gorgeous you. Thanks for sharing. x

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  • Wow what an amazing difference, you look so pretty! So sorry about your divorce, but onward and upwards in life and fitness, now you have found the new gorgeous you. Thanks for sharing. x

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  • Wow what an amazing difference, you look so pretty! So sorry about your divorce, but onward and upwards in life and fitness, now you have found the new gorgeous you. Thanks for sharing. x

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  • Wow what an amazing difference, you look so pretty! So sorry about your divorce, but onward and upwards in life and fitness, now you have found the new gorgeous you. Thanks for sharing. x

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  • Wow what an amazing difference, you look so pretty! So sorry about your divorce, but onward and upwards in life and fitness, now you have found the new gorgeous you. Thanks for sharing. x

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  • Great pictures of you and great story, too. I started WW in Oct. 2012 and I was invited to go by an artist friend. Every Tuesday we go to the meeting then go to her house for dinner. One week she makes the meal and the nest week I bring the meal. Then we watch a movie or TV series like Homeland or Game of Thrones for about 2 hours. I really look forward to these times. I believe that this is a lifestyle for me, so don’t get upset and quit if I have some occasions where I am not on the program…just get back on as soon as possible. I have only lost 22 since October, but it has definitely made a difference.

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  • Great pictures of you and great story, too. I started WW in Oct. 2012 and I was invited to go by an artist friend. Every Tuesday we go to the meeting then go to her house for dinner. One week she makes the meal and the nest week I bring the meal. Then we watch a movie or TV series like Homeland or Game of Thrones for about 2 hours. I really look forward to these times. I believe that this is a lifestyle for me, so don’t get upset and quit if I have some occasions where I am not on the program…just get back on as soon as possible. I have only lost 22 since October, but it has definitely made a difference.

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  • Great pictures of you and great story, too. I started WW in Oct. 2012 and I was invited to go by an artist friend. Every Tuesday we go to the meeting then go to her house for dinner. One week she makes the meal and the nest week I bring the meal. Then we watch a movie or TV series like Homeland or Game of Thrones for about 2 hours. I really look forward to these times. I believe that this is a lifestyle for me, so don’t get upset and quit if I have some occasions where I am not on the program…just get back on as soon as possible. I have only lost 22 since October, but it has definitely made a difference.

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  • Great pictures of you and great story, too. I started WW in Oct. 2012 and I was invited to go by an artist friend. Every Tuesday we go to the meeting then go to her house for dinner. One week she makes the meal and the nest week I bring the meal. Then we watch a movie or TV series like Homeland or Game of Thrones for about 2 hours. I really look forward to these times. I believe that this is a lifestyle for me, so don’t get upset and quit if I have some occasions where I am not on the program…just get back on as soon as possible. I have only lost 22 since October, but it has definitely made a difference.

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  • Great pictures of you and great story, too. I started WW in Oct. 2012 and I was invited to go by an artist friend. Every Tuesday we go to the meeting then go to her house for dinner. One week she makes the meal and the nest week I bring the meal. Then we watch a movie or TV series like Homeland or Game of Thrones for about 2 hours. I really look forward to these times. I believe that this is a lifestyle for me, so don’t get upset and quit if I have some occasions where I am not on the program…just get back on as soon as possible. I have only lost 22 since October, but it has definitely made a difference.

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  • Julie… it is so noticeable! You are beautiful. I’ve been on my own weight loss journey.. for 7 months now – Jenny Craig for me… and I’m down 71 lbs. It has not always been easy, but very rewarding. I, too, have a ways to go. But, watching you will encourage me.

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  • Julie… it is so noticeable! You are beautiful. I’ve been on my own weight loss journey.. for 7 months now – Jenny Craig for me… and I’m down 71 lbs. It has not always been easy, but very rewarding. I, too, have a ways to go. But, watching you will encourage me.

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  • Julie… it is so noticeable! You are beautiful. I’ve been on my own weight loss journey.. for 7 months now – Jenny Craig for me… and I’m down 71 lbs. It has not always been easy, but very rewarding. I, too, have a ways to go. But, watching you will encourage me.

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  • Julie… it is so noticeable! You are beautiful. I’ve been on my own weight loss journey.. for 7 months now – Jenny Craig for me… and I’m down 71 lbs. It has not always been easy, but very rewarding. I, too, have a ways to go. But, watching you will encourage me.

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  • Julie… it is so noticeable! You are beautiful. I’ve been on my own weight loss journey.. for 7 months now – Jenny Craig for me… and I’m down 71 lbs. It has not always been easy, but very rewarding. I, too, have a ways to go. But, watching you will encourage me.

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  • I think that sticking through your weight loss plan in the midst of a divorce shows what a strong, fabulous person you are. I hope you know that. You are having an amazing personal life and will continue to.
    Congratulations on a terrific job of losing weight. I’ve yo-yo’d and am trying again so I know how hard it is and you amaze me!
    Sending my best to you,
    Cheryl

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  • I think that sticking through your weight loss plan in the midst of a divorce shows what a strong, fabulous person you are. I hope you know that. You are having an amazing personal life and will continue to.
    Congratulations on a terrific job of losing weight. I’ve yo-yo’d and am trying again so I know how hard it is and you amaze me!
    Sending my best to you,
    Cheryl

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  • I think that sticking through your weight loss plan in the midst of a divorce shows what a strong, fabulous person you are. I hope you know that. You are having an amazing personal life and will continue to.
    Congratulations on a terrific job of losing weight. I’ve yo-yo’d and am trying again so I know how hard it is and you amaze me!
    Sending my best to you,
    Cheryl

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  • I think that sticking through your weight loss plan in the midst of a divorce shows what a strong, fabulous person you are. I hope you know that. You are having an amazing personal life and will continue to.
    Congratulations on a terrific job of losing weight. I’ve yo-yo’d and am trying again so I know how hard it is and you amaze me!
    Sending my best to you,
    Cheryl

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  • I think that sticking through your weight loss plan in the midst of a divorce shows what a strong, fabulous person you are. I hope you know that. You are having an amazing personal life and will continue to.
    Congratulations on a terrific job of losing weight. I’ve yo-yo’d and am trying again so I know how hard it is and you amaze me!
    Sending my best to you,
    Cheryl

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  • I have been a fan for a while now and continue to find inspiration in your work. You provide such joy to us just by being there.. thank you. You look gorgeous! Keep going…

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  • I have been a fan for a while now and continue to find inspiration in your work. You provide such joy to us just by being there.. thank you. You look gorgeous! Keep going…

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  • I have been a fan for a while now and continue to find inspiration in your work. You provide such joy to us just by being there.. thank you. You look gorgeous! Keep going…

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  • I have been a fan for a while now and continue to find inspiration in your work. You provide such joy to us just by being there.. thank you. You look gorgeous! Keep going…

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  • I have been a fan for a while now and continue to find inspiration in your work. You provide such joy to us just by being there.. thank you. You look gorgeous! Keep going…

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  • Well done Julie, its a great achievement and you should be extremely proud of yourself! As a divorcee & lifetime WW member myself, please don’t do what I did and lose sight of myself, please keep going and keep watching the weight when you get to your end goal & start maintaining – that’s even harder but I’m sure you’ll do after the emotional year you’ve just had! So so proud of you! X

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  • Well done Julie, its a great achievement and you should be extremely proud of yourself! As a divorcee & lifetime WW member myself, please don’t do what I did and lose sight of myself, please keep going and keep watching the weight when you get to your end goal & start maintaining – that’s even harder but I’m sure you’ll do after the emotional year you’ve just had! So so proud of you! X

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  • Well done Julie, its a great achievement and you should be extremely proud of yourself! As a divorcee & lifetime WW member myself, please don’t do what I did and lose sight of myself, please keep going and keep watching the weight when you get to your end goal & start maintaining – that’s even harder but I’m sure you’ll do after the emotional year you’ve just had! So so proud of you! X

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  • Well done Julie, its a great achievement and you should be extremely proud of yourself! As a divorcee & lifetime WW member myself, please don’t do what I did and lose sight of myself, please keep going and keep watching the weight when you get to your end goal & start maintaining – that’s even harder but I’m sure you’ll do after the emotional year you’ve just had! So so proud of you! X

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  • Well done Julie, its a great achievement and you should be extremely proud of yourself! As a divorcee & lifetime WW member myself, please don’t do what I did and lose sight of myself, please keep going and keep watching the weight when you get to your end goal & start maintaining – that’s even harder but I’m sure you’ll do after the emotional year you’ve just had! So so proud of you! X

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  • Congratulations! Not only on losing the weight, but on opening your trials and tribulations for the rest of us. Your strength of character shows through.

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  • Congratulations! Not only on losing the weight, but on opening your trials and tribulations for the rest of us. Your strength of character shows through.

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  • Congratulations! Not only on losing the weight, but on opening your trials and tribulations for the rest of us. Your strength of character shows through.

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  • Congratulations! Not only on losing the weight, but on opening your trials and tribulations for the rest of us. Your strength of character shows through.

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  • Congratulations! Not only on losing the weight, but on opening your trials and tribulations for the rest of us. Your strength of character shows through.

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  • Congratulations and Good Health! It has showed, I did notice in your pics. Weight loss is a difficult journey. You are a beautiful lady with many talents and you are blooming like a gorgeous flower. Your mom must be so proud!
    I’m sorry you have had the grief, sadness, frustrations and hurt of a divorce. You will be a stronger and better person as you work that journey also.
    Hang in there through the tough parts – you are doing so very well! Go Girl!

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  • Congratulations and Good Health! It has showed, I did notice in your pics. Weight loss is a difficult journey. You are a beautiful lady with many talents and you are blooming like a gorgeous flower. Your mom must be so proud!
    I’m sorry you have had the grief, sadness, frustrations and hurt of a divorce. You will be a stronger and better person as you work that journey also.
    Hang in there through the tough parts – you are doing so very well! Go Girl!

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  • Congratulations and Good Health! It has showed, I did notice in your pics. Weight loss is a difficult journey. You are a beautiful lady with many talents and you are blooming like a gorgeous flower. Your mom must be so proud!
    I’m sorry you have had the grief, sadness, frustrations and hurt of a divorce. You will be a stronger and better person as you work that journey also.
    Hang in there through the tough parts – you are doing so very well! Go Girl!

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  • Congratulations and Good Health! It has showed, I did notice in your pics. Weight loss is a difficult journey. You are a beautiful lady with many talents and you are blooming like a gorgeous flower. Your mom must be so proud!
    I’m sorry you have had the grief, sadness, frustrations and hurt of a divorce. You will be a stronger and better person as you work that journey also.
    Hang in there through the tough parts – you are doing so very well! Go Girl!

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  • Congratulations and Good Health! It has showed, I did notice in your pics. Weight loss is a difficult journey. You are a beautiful lady with many talents and you are blooming like a gorgeous flower. Your mom must be so proud!
    I’m sorry you have had the grief, sadness, frustrations and hurt of a divorce. You will be a stronger and better person as you work that journey also.
    Hang in there through the tough parts – you are doing so very well! Go Girl!

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  • Way to go, Julie. You look healthy and strong and radiant. I’m awed by your perseverance and strength. Thanks for all the inspiration!

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  • Way to go, Julie. You look healthy and strong and radiant. I’m awed by your perseverance and strength. Thanks for all the inspiration!

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  • Way to go, Julie. You look healthy and strong and radiant. I’m awed by your perseverance and strength. Thanks for all the inspiration!

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  • Way to go, Julie. You look healthy and strong and radiant. I’m awed by your perseverance and strength. Thanks for all the inspiration!

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  • Way to go, Julie. You look healthy and strong and radiant. I’m awed by your perseverance and strength. Thanks for all the inspiration!

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  • Julie, I’ve been following your blog for a little more than a year now, and I’ve noticed how your creativity and confidence has grown.
    You are beautiful both inside and out!
    Much love and hugs.

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  • Julie, I’ve been following your blog for a little more than a year now, and I’ve noticed how your creativity and confidence has grown.
    You are beautiful both inside and out!
    Much love and hugs.

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  • Julie, I’ve been following your blog for a little more than a year now, and I’ve noticed how your creativity and confidence has grown.
    You are beautiful both inside and out!
    Much love and hugs.

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  • Julie, I’ve been following your blog for a little more than a year now, and I’ve noticed how your creativity and confidence has grown.
    You are beautiful both inside and out!
    Much love and hugs.

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  • Julie, I’ve been following your blog for a little more than a year now, and I’ve noticed how your creativity and confidence has grown.
    You are beautiful both inside and out!
    Much love and hugs.

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  • Julie, I absolutely had chills as I read this post. I scrolled through the pictures of your weight journey over and over again. I am so thrilled for you! I was at my highest weight ever right after my dad passed away suddenly in 2010. I looked in the mirror and couldn’t believe what happened to ME!
    I made the decision in May of 2011 to join Weight Watchers and loved it. I went to a size/weight that made me proud to look in the mirror again. It’s amazing what the structure of WW provides!
    I am sorry to hear of your divorce but know from our few interactions that you are a very strong person. As someone who was also divorced prior to my moving to New York City, I know that journey as well. I know that your art will keep you smiling and grounded. HUGS and cheers to you! Can’t wait to run into you again soon in the Big City.

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  • Julie, I absolutely had chills as I read this post. I scrolled through the pictures of your weight journey over and over again. I am so thrilled for you! I was at my highest weight ever right after my dad passed away suddenly in 2010. I looked in the mirror and couldn’t believe what happened to ME!
    I made the decision in May of 2011 to join Weight Watchers and loved it. I went to a size/weight that made me proud to look in the mirror again. It’s amazing what the structure of WW provides!
    I am sorry to hear of your divorce but know from our few interactions that you are a very strong person. As someone who was also divorced prior to my moving to New York City, I know that journey as well. I know that your art will keep you smiling and grounded. HUGS and cheers to you! Can’t wait to run into you again soon in the Big City.

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  • Julie, I absolutely had chills as I read this post. I scrolled through the pictures of your weight journey over and over again. I am so thrilled for you! I was at my highest weight ever right after my dad passed away suddenly in 2010. I looked in the mirror and couldn’t believe what happened to ME!
    I made the decision in May of 2011 to join Weight Watchers and loved it. I went to a size/weight that made me proud to look in the mirror again. It’s amazing what the structure of WW provides!
    I am sorry to hear of your divorce but know from our few interactions that you are a very strong person. As someone who was also divorced prior to my moving to New York City, I know that journey as well. I know that your art will keep you smiling and grounded. HUGS and cheers to you! Can’t wait to run into you again soon in the Big City.

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  • Julie, I absolutely had chills as I read this post. I scrolled through the pictures of your weight journey over and over again. I am so thrilled for you! I was at my highest weight ever right after my dad passed away suddenly in 2010. I looked in the mirror and couldn’t believe what happened to ME!
    I made the decision in May of 2011 to join Weight Watchers and loved it. I went to a size/weight that made me proud to look in the mirror again. It’s amazing what the structure of WW provides!
    I am sorry to hear of your divorce but know from our few interactions that you are a very strong person. As someone who was also divorced prior to my moving to New York City, I know that journey as well. I know that your art will keep you smiling and grounded. HUGS and cheers to you! Can’t wait to run into you again soon in the Big City.

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  • Julie, I absolutely had chills as I read this post. I scrolled through the pictures of your weight journey over and over again. I am so thrilled for you! I was at my highest weight ever right after my dad passed away suddenly in 2010. I looked in the mirror and couldn’t believe what happened to ME!
    I made the decision in May of 2011 to join Weight Watchers and loved it. I went to a size/weight that made me proud to look in the mirror again. It’s amazing what the structure of WW provides!
    I am sorry to hear of your divorce but know from our few interactions that you are a very strong person. As someone who was also divorced prior to my moving to New York City, I know that journey as well. I know that your art will keep you smiling and grounded. HUGS and cheers to you! Can’t wait to run into you again soon in the Big City.

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  • So sorry about the divorce. It’s a very difficult thing to walk through. And so happy you didn’t give up on yourself! You look amazing! You go girl!!

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  • So sorry about the divorce. It’s a very difficult thing to walk through. And so happy you didn’t give up on yourself! You look amazing! You go girl!!

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  • So sorry about the divorce. It’s a very difficult thing to walk through. And so happy you didn’t give up on yourself! You look amazing! You go girl!!

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  • So sorry about the divorce. It’s a very difficult thing to walk through. And so happy you didn’t give up on yourself! You look amazing! You go girl!!

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  • So sorry about the divorce. It’s a very difficult thing to walk through. And so happy you didn’t give up on yourself! You look amazing! You go girl!!

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  • Great Job, Julie! You look fantastic! Keep working toward your goal!

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  • Great Job, Julie! You look fantastic! Keep working toward your goal!

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  • Great Job, Julie! You look fantastic! Keep working toward your goal!

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  • Great Job, Julie! You look fantastic! Keep working toward your goal!

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  • Great Job, Julie! You look fantastic! Keep working toward your goal!

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  • Your post made me stop what I was doing and track my food. I now have zero points left for the day, but I am so encouraged by seeing your post. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Your post made me stop what I was doing and track my food. I now have zero points left for the day, but I am so encouraged by seeing your post. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Your post made me stop what I was doing and track my food. I now have zero points left for the day, but I am so encouraged by seeing your post. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Your post made me stop what I was doing and track my food. I now have zero points left for the day, but I am so encouraged by seeing your post. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Your post made me stop what I was doing and track my food. I now have zero points left for the day, but I am so encouraged by seeing your post. Thank you for sharing.

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  • Julie, you look wonderful! I always look forward to reading your posts and today I just had to chime in and say thank you for being an inspiration.

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  • Julie, you look wonderful! I always look forward to reading your posts and today I just had to chime in and say thank you for being an inspiration.

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  • Julie, you look wonderful! I always look forward to reading your posts and today I just had to chime in and say thank you for being an inspiration.

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  • Julie, you look wonderful! I always look forward to reading your posts and today I just had to chime in and say thank you for being an inspiration.

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  • Julie, you look wonderful! I always look forward to reading your posts and today I just had to chime in and say thank you for being an inspiration.

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  • Bravo girl! I need to do the same thing myself! You look fantastic! What an inspiration you are!

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  • Bravo girl! I need to do the same thing myself! You look fantastic! What an inspiration you are!

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  • Bravo girl! I need to do the same thing myself! You look fantastic! What an inspiration you are!

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  • Bravo girl! I need to do the same thing myself! You look fantastic! What an inspiration you are!

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  • Bravo girl! I need to do the same thing myself! You look fantastic! What an inspiration you are!

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  • You look amazing, and your smile is always a winner!

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  • You look amazing, and your smile is always a winner!

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  • You look amazing, and your smile is always a winner!

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  • You look amazing, and your smile is always a winner!

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  • You look amazing, and your smile is always a winner!

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  • You were just as beautiful when you started…and a little healthier now. I admire your courage!!!!

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  • You were just as beautiful when you started…and a little healthier now. I admire your courage!!!!

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  • You were just as beautiful when you started…and a little healthier now. I admire your courage!!!!

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  • You were just as beautiful when you started…and a little healthier now. I admire your courage!!!!

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  • You were just as beautiful when you started…and a little healthier now. I admire your courage!!!!

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  • This post makes me both happy and sad. Congratulations on your wonderful, and difficult, achievement of weight loss. Can’t imagine how you managed to hang in there with it after your marriage fell apart. Your strength and commitment are inspirational. It’s also mind boggling the amount of creative output you had in the midst of such a life struggle. I admire you so much, I love your work, and I appreciate how much you share. Thank you.

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  • This post makes me both happy and sad. Congratulations on your wonderful, and difficult, achievement of weight loss. Can’t imagine how you managed to hang in there with it after your marriage fell apart. Your strength and commitment are inspirational. It’s also mind boggling the amount of creative output you had in the midst of such a life struggle. I admire you so much, I love your work, and I appreciate how much you share. Thank you.

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  • This post makes me both happy and sad. Congratulations on your wonderful, and difficult, achievement of weight loss. Can’t imagine how you managed to hang in there with it after your marriage fell apart. Your strength and commitment are inspirational. It’s also mind boggling the amount of creative output you had in the midst of such a life struggle. I admire you so much, I love your work, and I appreciate how much you share. Thank you.

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  • This post makes me both happy and sad. Congratulations on your wonderful, and difficult, achievement of weight loss. Can’t imagine how you managed to hang in there with it after your marriage fell apart. Your strength and commitment are inspirational. It’s also mind boggling the amount of creative output you had in the midst of such a life struggle. I admire you so much, I love your work, and I appreciate how much you share. Thank you.

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  • This post makes me both happy and sad. Congratulations on your wonderful, and difficult, achievement of weight loss. Can’t imagine how you managed to hang in there with it after your marriage fell apart. Your strength and commitment are inspirational. It’s also mind boggling the amount of creative output you had in the midst of such a life struggle. I admire you so much, I love your work, and I appreciate how much you share. Thank you.

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  • brave. powerful. full of beauty. our time here ‘on earth’ isn’t always easy. knowing we are not alone in our pain helps. thank you for sharing.

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  • brave. powerful. full of beauty. our time here ‘on earth’ isn’t always easy. knowing we are not alone in our pain helps. thank you for sharing.

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  • brave. powerful. full of beauty. our time here ‘on earth’ isn’t always easy. knowing we are not alone in our pain helps. thank you for sharing.

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  • brave. powerful. full of beauty. our time here ‘on earth’ isn’t always easy. knowing we are not alone in our pain helps. thank you for sharing.

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  • brave. powerful. full of beauty. our time here ‘on earth’ isn’t always easy. knowing we are not alone in our pain helps. thank you for sharing.

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  • Having followed your blog for over a year now, I could tell that you have been evolving both artistically and on a personal level–you look great!! And I love that you didn’t fall apart when life handed you a lemon, you took strength from it and persevered. Hats off to you, lady!

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  • Having followed your blog for over a year now, I could tell that you have been evolving both artistically and on a personal level–you look great!! And I love that you didn’t fall apart when life handed you a lemon, you took strength from it and persevered. Hats off to you, lady!

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  • Having followed your blog for over a year now, I could tell that you have been evolving both artistically and on a personal level–you look great!! And I love that you didn’t fall apart when life handed you a lemon, you took strength from it and persevered. Hats off to you, lady!

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  • Having followed your blog for over a year now, I could tell that you have been evolving both artistically and on a personal level–you look great!! And I love that you didn’t fall apart when life handed you a lemon, you took strength from it and persevered. Hats off to you, lady!

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  • Having followed your blog for over a year now, I could tell that you have been evolving both artistically and on a personal level–you look great!! And I love that you didn’t fall apart when life handed you a lemon, you took strength from it and persevered. Hats off to you, lady!

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  • You look great and I bet you feel great also! Thanks for your blog and for sharing your talents/knowledge with us.

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  • You look great and I bet you feel great also! Thanks for your blog and for sharing your talents/knowledge with us.

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  • You look great and I bet you feel great also! Thanks for your blog and for sharing your talents/knowledge with us.

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  • You look great and I bet you feel great also! Thanks for your blog and for sharing your talents/knowledge with us.

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  • You look great and I bet you feel great also! Thanks for your blog and for sharing your talents/knowledge with us.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You’ve found yet another way to inspire me. Well done.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You’ve found yet another way to inspire me. Well done.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You’ve found yet another way to inspire me. Well done.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You’ve found yet another way to inspire me. Well done.

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  • Congratulations Julie! You’ve found yet another way to inspire me. Well done.

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  • Sad to hear about your divorce. Endings are aways sad. Good luck on a new beginning and journey.

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  • Sad to hear about your divorce. Endings are aways sad. Good luck on a new beginning and journey.

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  • Sad to hear about your divorce. Endings are aways sad. Good luck on a new beginning and journey.

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  • Sad to hear about your divorce. Endings are aways sad. Good luck on a new beginning and journey.

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  • Sad to hear about your divorce. Endings are aways sad. Good luck on a new beginning and journey.

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  • Congratulations! Two yeas ago I made my WW goal after losing 40 lbs. Since then I have maintained my weight loss. It’s one of my proudest achievements. Although I am super happy with how I look, it is so much more about living a more healthy life. I love having a plan that works so well. I really feel like I will maintain my success and so will you. Sorry about your divorce but so happy that you are putting your health first. Even though it isn’t about luck, I wish you a lot of luck on this part of your journey.

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  • Congratulations! Two yeas ago I made my WW goal after losing 40 lbs. Since then I have maintained my weight loss. It’s one of my proudest achievements. Although I am super happy with how I look, it is so much more about living a more healthy life. I love having a plan that works so well. I really feel like I will maintain my success and so will you. Sorry about your divorce but so happy that you are putting your health first. Even though it isn’t about luck, I wish you a lot of luck on this part of your journey.

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  • Congratulations! Two yeas ago I made my WW goal after losing 40 lbs. Since then I have maintained my weight loss. It’s one of my proudest achievements. Although I am super happy with how I look, it is so much more about living a more healthy life. I love having a plan that works so well. I really feel like I will maintain my success and so will you. Sorry about your divorce but so happy that you are putting your health first. Even though it isn’t about luck, I wish you a lot of luck on this part of your journey.

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  • Congratulations! Two yeas ago I made my WW goal after losing 40 lbs. Since then I have maintained my weight loss. It’s one of my proudest achievements. Although I am super happy with how I look, it is so much more about living a more healthy life. I love having a plan that works so well. I really feel like I will maintain my success and so will you. Sorry about your divorce but so happy that you are putting your health first. Even though it isn’t about luck, I wish you a lot of luck on this part of your journey.

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  • Congratulations! Two yeas ago I made my WW goal after losing 40 lbs. Since then I have maintained my weight loss. It’s one of my proudest achievements. Although I am super happy with how I look, it is so much more about living a more healthy life. I love having a plan that works so well. I really feel like I will maintain my success and so will you. Sorry about your divorce but so happy that you are putting your health first. Even though it isn’t about luck, I wish you a lot of luck on this part of your journey.

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  • I have been overweight since I had my daughter who is now 28 years old – I have gained and lost weight over the years!My marriage has partially fallen apart probably because of me being overweight! I understand the incredible hard work that is behind the pounds you have lost and all I can say is BRAVO you have done very well!!! With this post I am sure you have inspired many people! Thank you for “coming out of the closet”
    Lots of hugs,
    Cardarian

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  • I have been overweight since I had my daughter who is now 28 years old – I have gained and lost weight over the years!My marriage has partially fallen apart probably because of me being overweight! I understand the incredible hard work that is behind the pounds you have lost and all I can say is BRAVO you have done very well!!! With this post I am sure you have inspired many people! Thank you for “coming out of the closet”
    Lots of hugs,
    Cardarian

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  • I have been overweight since I had my daughter who is now 28 years old – I have gained and lost weight over the years!My marriage has partially fallen apart probably because of me being overweight! I understand the incredible hard work that is behind the pounds you have lost and all I can say is BRAVO you have done very well!!! With this post I am sure you have inspired many people! Thank you for “coming out of the closet”
    Lots of hugs,
    Cardarian

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  • I have been overweight since I had my daughter who is now 28 years old – I have gained and lost weight over the years!My marriage has partially fallen apart probably because of me being overweight! I understand the incredible hard work that is behind the pounds you have lost and all I can say is BRAVO you have done very well!!! With this post I am sure you have inspired many people! Thank you for “coming out of the closet”
    Lots of hugs,
    Cardarian

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  • I have been overweight since I had my daughter who is now 28 years old – I have gained and lost weight over the years!My marriage has partially fallen apart probably because of me being overweight! I understand the incredible hard work that is behind the pounds you have lost and all I can say is BRAVO you have done very well!!! With this post I am sure you have inspired many people! Thank you for “coming out of the closet”
    Lots of hugs,
    Cardarian

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  • It is always fun to check my inbox in the mornings and find your colorful creativity there to inspire me! Wishing you continued success in everything you attempt…awesome things are ahead for you!!

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  • It is always fun to check my inbox in the mornings and find your colorful creativity there to inspire me! Wishing you continued success in everything you attempt…awesome things are ahead for you!!

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  • It is always fun to check my inbox in the mornings and find your colorful creativity there to inspire me! Wishing you continued success in everything you attempt…awesome things are ahead for you!!

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  • It is always fun to check my inbox in the mornings and find your colorful creativity there to inspire me! Wishing you continued success in everything you attempt…awesome things are ahead for you!!

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  • It is always fun to check my inbox in the mornings and find your colorful creativity there to inspire me! Wishing you continued success in everything you attempt…awesome things are ahead for you!!

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  • I’ve noticed how great you have been looking. Thanks for sharing – I need to lose at least 100 lbs and you have inspired me with your journey as you inspire me in art!
    Congrats and thanks!

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  • I’ve noticed how great you have been looking. Thanks for sharing – I need to lose at least 100 lbs and you have inspired me with your journey as you inspire me in art!
    Congrats and thanks!

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  • I’ve noticed how great you have been looking. Thanks for sharing – I need to lose at least 100 lbs and you have inspired me with your journey as you inspire me in art!
    Congrats and thanks!

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  • I’ve noticed how great you have been looking. Thanks for sharing – I need to lose at least 100 lbs and you have inspired me with your journey as you inspire me in art!
    Congrats and thanks!

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  • I’ve noticed how great you have been looking. Thanks for sharing – I need to lose at least 100 lbs and you have inspired me with your journey as you inspire me in art!
    Congrats and thanks!

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  • I’ve noticed your weight loss since early summer! Congratulations on sticking with it. It is not easy.

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  • I’ve noticed your weight loss since early summer! Congratulations on sticking with it. It is not easy.

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  • I’ve noticed your weight loss since early summer! Congratulations on sticking with it. It is not easy.

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  • I’ve noticed your weight loss since early summer! Congratulations on sticking with it. It is not easy.

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  • I’ve noticed your weight loss since early summer! Congratulations on sticking with it. It is not easy.

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  • Oh Julie! How inspiring! Thank you for sharing!
    I am a yo yo on the scale and I’m a bit of a slump right now so I loved seeing your transformation.
    I know it is hard and it is an ongoing process. (ie. you don’t get to the end and say “well I got that done” – this is usually my downfall).
    You look happy, healthy and strong.
    Go you crafty girl!

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  • Oh Julie! How inspiring! Thank you for sharing!
    I am a yo yo on the scale and I’m a bit of a slump right now so I loved seeing your transformation.
    I know it is hard and it is an ongoing process. (ie. you don’t get to the end and say “well I got that done” – this is usually my downfall).
    You look happy, healthy and strong.
    Go you crafty girl!

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  • Oh Julie! How inspiring! Thank you for sharing!
    I am a yo yo on the scale and I’m a bit of a slump right now so I loved seeing your transformation.
    I know it is hard and it is an ongoing process. (ie. you don’t get to the end and say “well I got that done” – this is usually my downfall).
    You look happy, healthy and strong.
    Go you crafty girl!

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  • Oh Julie! How inspiring! Thank you for sharing!
    I am a yo yo on the scale and I’m a bit of a slump right now so I loved seeing your transformation.
    I know it is hard and it is an ongoing process. (ie. you don’t get to the end and say “well I got that done” – this is usually my downfall).
    You look happy, healthy and strong.
    Go you crafty girl!

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  • Oh Julie! How inspiring! Thank you for sharing!
    I am a yo yo on the scale and I’m a bit of a slump right now so I loved seeing your transformation.
    I know it is hard and it is an ongoing process. (ie. you don’t get to the end and say “well I got that done” – this is usually my downfall).
    You look happy, healthy and strong.
    Go you crafty girl!

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  • Of course I have noticed the change in your appearance, and have had enormous respect for your decision not to talk about it on your blog. You are looking healthier and healthier, and more beautiful with every pic. I went through a difficult divorce when my youngest daughter was one, and know how important it is to have something to hold onto. Brava to you.

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  • Of course I have noticed the change in your appearance, and have had enormous respect for your decision not to talk about it on your blog. You are looking healthier and healthier, and more beautiful with every pic. I went through a difficult divorce when my youngest daughter was one, and know how important it is to have something to hold onto. Brava to you.

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  • Of course I have noticed the change in your appearance, and have had enormous respect for your decision not to talk about it on your blog. You are looking healthier and healthier, and more beautiful with every pic. I went through a difficult divorce when my youngest daughter was one, and know how important it is to have something to hold onto. Brava to you.

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  • Of course I have noticed the change in your appearance, and have had enormous respect for your decision not to talk about it on your blog. You are looking healthier and healthier, and more beautiful with every pic. I went through a difficult divorce when my youngest daughter was one, and know how important it is to have something to hold onto. Brava to you.

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  • Of course I have noticed the change in your appearance, and have had enormous respect for your decision not to talk about it on your blog. You are looking healthier and healthier, and more beautiful with every pic. I went through a difficult divorce when my youngest daughter was one, and know how important it is to have something to hold onto. Brava to you.

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  • Julie, You look totally amazing. You are, and always will be, a beautiful human, inside and out. I’m sorry to read about your situation with John. I hope our paths cross again soon. You always have a place to stay in San Antonio. I would love to have you back!
    xoxo
    Leslie

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  • Julie, You look totally amazing. You are, and always will be, a beautiful human, inside and out. I’m sorry to read about your situation with John. I hope our paths cross again soon. You always have a place to stay in San Antonio. I would love to have you back!
    xoxo
    Leslie

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  • Julie, You look totally amazing. You are, and always will be, a beautiful human, inside and out. I’m sorry to read about your situation with John. I hope our paths cross again soon. You always have a place to stay in San Antonio. I would love to have you back!
    xoxo
    Leslie

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  • Julie, You look totally amazing. You are, and always will be, a beautiful human, inside and out. I’m sorry to read about your situation with John. I hope our paths cross again soon. You always have a place to stay in San Antonio. I would love to have you back!
    xoxo
    Leslie

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  • Julie, You look totally amazing. You are, and always will be, a beautiful human, inside and out. I’m sorry to read about your situation with John. I hope our paths cross again soon. You always have a place to stay in San Antonio. I would love to have you back!
    xoxo
    Leslie

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  • You go you beautiful girl!

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  • You go you beautiful girl!

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  • You go you beautiful girl!

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  • You go you beautiful girl!

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  • You go you beautiful girl!

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  • congratulations! very interesting to see in the photos that you had a tendency to hide in bulky clothes…me, I just hid from getting my photo taken. period. so awesome that you took these photos and shared them with us! I am a WW leader and I know it works! keep up the great work!

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  • congratulations! very interesting to see in the photos that you had a tendency to hide in bulky clothes…me, I just hid from getting my photo taken. period. so awesome that you took these photos and shared them with us! I am a WW leader and I know it works! keep up the great work!

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  • congratulations! very interesting to see in the photos that you had a tendency to hide in bulky clothes…me, I just hid from getting my photo taken. period. so awesome that you took these photos and shared them with us! I am a WW leader and I know it works! keep up the great work!

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  • congratulations! very interesting to see in the photos that you had a tendency to hide in bulky clothes…me, I just hid from getting my photo taken. period. so awesome that you took these photos and shared them with us! I am a WW leader and I know it works! keep up the great work!

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  • congratulations! very interesting to see in the photos that you had a tendency to hide in bulky clothes…me, I just hid from getting my photo taken. period. so awesome that you took these photos and shared them with us! I am a WW leader and I know it works! keep up the great work!

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  • You look awesome both inside and out

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  • You look awesome both inside and out

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  • You look awesome both inside and out

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  • You look awesome both inside and out

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  • You look awesome both inside and out

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  • You have always inspired me BUT especially so with this post:) You look amazing!!

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  • You have always inspired me BUT especially so with this post:) You look amazing!!

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  • You have always inspired me BUT especially so with this post:) You look amazing!!

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  • You have always inspired me BUT especially so with this post:) You look amazing!!

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  • You have always inspired me BUT especially so with this post:) You look amazing!!

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  • I am very proud of you. You look marvelous and you are an inspiration to me. Blessings to you on your journey toward good health and healing.

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  • I am very proud of you. You look marvelous and you are an inspiration to me. Blessings to you on your journey toward good health and healing.

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  • I am very proud of you. You look marvelous and you are an inspiration to me. Blessings to you on your journey toward good health and healing.

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  • I am very proud of you. You look marvelous and you are an inspiration to me. Blessings to you on your journey toward good health and healing.

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  • I am very proud of you. You look marvelous and you are an inspiration to me. Blessings to you on your journey toward good health and healing.

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  • Julie! Bravo for you! I’ve been noticing you getting thinner and thinner and to learn that you have passed such an important milestone is just fabulous! I love your art, your teaching and your élan. Please know that for every person who posts a note, there are at least 100 cheering you too.

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  • Julie! Bravo for you! I’ve been noticing you getting thinner and thinner and to learn that you have passed such an important milestone is just fabulous! I love your art, your teaching and your élan. Please know that for every person who posts a note, there are at least 100 cheering you too.

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  • Julie! Bravo for you! I’ve been noticing you getting thinner and thinner and to learn that you have passed such an important milestone is just fabulous! I love your art, your teaching and your élan. Please know that for every person who posts a note, there are at least 100 cheering you too.

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  • Julie! Bravo for you! I’ve been noticing you getting thinner and thinner and to learn that you have passed such an important milestone is just fabulous! I love your art, your teaching and your élan. Please know that for every person who posts a note, there are at least 100 cheering you too.

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  • Julie! Bravo for you! I’ve been noticing you getting thinner and thinner and to learn that you have passed such an important milestone is just fabulous! I love your art, your teaching and your élan. Please know that for every person who posts a note, there are at least 100 cheering you too.

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  • Hi Julie! When you changed the photo at the top of your blog, I was surprised. You somehow looked so much younger. I eventually concluded that it was a hair change, but I was amazed that a new hairdo could change you that much. Having read this post, I now know that you have been working very hard. From what I can see, the changes are agreeing with you. Maybe your photo caught my eye because you are becoming happier. I continue to wish you a move toward wellness in your journey!

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  • Hi Julie! When you changed the photo at the top of your blog, I was surprised. You somehow looked so much younger. I eventually concluded that it was a hair change, but I was amazed that a new hairdo could change you that much. Having read this post, I now know that you have been working very hard. From what I can see, the changes are agreeing with you. Maybe your photo caught my eye because you are becoming happier. I continue to wish you a move toward wellness in your journey!

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  • Hi Julie! When you changed the photo at the top of your blog, I was surprised. You somehow looked so much younger. I eventually concluded that it was a hair change, but I was amazed that a new hairdo could change you that much. Having read this post, I now know that you have been working very hard. From what I can see, the changes are agreeing with you. Maybe your photo caught my eye because you are becoming happier. I continue to wish you a move toward wellness in your journey!

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  • Hi Julie! When you changed the photo at the top of your blog, I was surprised. You somehow looked so much younger. I eventually concluded that it was a hair change, but I was amazed that a new hairdo could change you that much. Having read this post, I now know that you have been working very hard. From what I can see, the changes are agreeing with you. Maybe your photo caught my eye because you are becoming happier. I continue to wish you a move toward wellness in your journey!

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  • Hi Julie! When you changed the photo at the top of your blog, I was surprised. You somehow looked so much younger. I eventually concluded that it was a hair change, but I was amazed that a new hairdo could change you that much. Having read this post, I now know that you have been working very hard. From what I can see, the changes are agreeing with you. Maybe your photo caught my eye because you are becoming happier. I continue to wish you a move toward wellness in your journey!

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  • I’m really happy for you. You look fabulous. Yet another amazing accomplishment. You are a true inspiration!!! (((HUGS)))

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  • I’m really happy for you. You look fabulous. Yet another amazing accomplishment. You are a true inspiration!!! (((HUGS)))

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  • I’m really happy for you. You look fabulous. Yet another amazing accomplishment. You are a true inspiration!!! (((HUGS)))

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  • I’m really happy for you. You look fabulous. Yet another amazing accomplishment. You are a true inspiration!!! (((HUGS)))

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  • I’m really happy for you. You look fabulous. Yet another amazing accomplishment. You are a true inspiration!!! (((HUGS)))

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  • It was very brave of you to share your personal journey. Weight is such a HUGE issue in our society. Sticking with any program day after shows real dedication. It is a decision you make every day and each time you eat. I hope you are feeling healthier and have more energy. You are truly a creative spirit and I love seeing your work. Your art and your life are inspiring.

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  • It was very brave of you to share your personal journey. Weight is such a HUGE issue in our society. Sticking with any program day after shows real dedication. It is a decision you make every day and each time you eat. I hope you are feeling healthier and have more energy. You are truly a creative spirit and I love seeing your work. Your art and your life are inspiring.

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  • It was very brave of you to share your personal journey. Weight is such a HUGE issue in our society. Sticking with any program day after shows real dedication. It is a decision you make every day and each time you eat. I hope you are feeling healthier and have more energy. You are truly a creative spirit and I love seeing your work. Your art and your life are inspiring.

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  • It was very brave of you to share your personal journey. Weight is such a HUGE issue in our society. Sticking with any program day after shows real dedication. It is a decision you make every day and each time you eat. I hope you are feeling healthier and have more energy. You are truly a creative spirit and I love seeing your work. Your art and your life are inspiring.

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  • It was very brave of you to share your personal journey. Weight is such a HUGE issue in our society. Sticking with any program day after shows real dedication. It is a decision you make every day and each time you eat. I hope you are feeling healthier and have more energy. You are truly a creative spirit and I love seeing your work. Your art and your life are inspiring.

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  • I thought you were slimming down, but didn’t know for sure…so congrats! Thanks for sharing your story…you’re awesome!

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  • I thought you were slimming down, but didn’t know for sure…so congrats! Thanks for sharing your story…you’re awesome!

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  • I thought you were slimming down, but didn’t know for sure…so congrats! Thanks for sharing your story…you’re awesome!

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  • I thought you were slimming down, but didn’t know for sure…so congrats! Thanks for sharing your story…you’re awesome!

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  • I thought you were slimming down, but didn’t know for sure…so congrats! Thanks for sharing your story…you’re awesome!

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  • You were beautiful then and beautiful AND thin,now! But always beautiful!

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  • You were beautiful then and beautiful AND thin,now! But always beautiful!

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  • You were beautiful then and beautiful AND thin,now! But always beautiful!

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  • You were beautiful then and beautiful AND thin,now! But always beautiful!

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  • You were beautiful then and beautiful AND thin,now! But always beautiful!

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  • Very inspiring. I needed to read this today. Thanks.

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  • Very inspiring. I needed to read this today. Thanks.

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  • Very inspiring. I needed to read this today. Thanks.

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  • Very inspiring. I needed to read this today. Thanks.

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  • Very inspiring. I needed to read this today. Thanks.

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  • You look beautiful, inspiring to others, and I LOVE your hair longer!!

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  • You look beautiful, inspiring to others, and I LOVE your hair longer!!

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  • You look beautiful, inspiring to others, and I LOVE your hair longer!!

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  • You look beautiful, inspiring to others, and I LOVE your hair longer!!

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  • You look beautiful, inspiring to others, and I LOVE your hair longer!!

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  • Julie,I always have been a big fan, and have been so thrilled for you and your new adventures, since your theater days completed. With every change in your personal life, you continue to grow and shine everyday! The weight loss is bonus for you as I have been following. Is there a goal weight you have chosen? You have always been, and will always be the best you that you can be, because you are always willing to try! Way to BE!

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  • Julie,I always have been a big fan, and have been so thrilled for you and your new adventures, since your theater days completed. With every change in your personal life, you continue to grow and shine everyday! The weight loss is bonus for you as I have been following. Is there a goal weight you have chosen? You have always been, and will always be the best you that you can be, because you are always willing to try! Way to BE!

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  • Julie,I always have been a big fan, and have been so thrilled for you and your new adventures, since your theater days completed. With every change in your personal life, you continue to grow and shine everyday! The weight loss is bonus for you as I have been following. Is there a goal weight you have chosen? You have always been, and will always be the best you that you can be, because you are always willing to try! Way to BE!

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  • Julie,I always have been a big fan, and have been so thrilled for you and your new adventures, since your theater days completed. With every change in your personal life, you continue to grow and shine everyday! The weight loss is bonus for you as I have been following. Is there a goal weight you have chosen? You have always been, and will always be the best you that you can be, because you are always willing to try! Way to BE!

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  • Julie,I always have been a big fan, and have been so thrilled for you and your new adventures, since your theater days completed. With every change in your personal life, you continue to grow and shine everyday! The weight loss is bonus for you as I have been following. Is there a goal weight you have chosen? You have always been, and will always be the best you that you can be, because you are always willing to try! Way to BE!

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  • BRAVO! BRAVO! ENCORE! 🙂

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  • BRAVO! BRAVO! ENCORE! 🙂

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  • BRAVO! BRAVO! ENCORE! 🙂

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  • BRAVO! BRAVO! ENCORE! 🙂

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  • BRAVO! BRAVO! ENCORE! 🙂

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  • Julie, you look terrific! CONGRATULATIONS in persevering through your life changes. I wish you continued luck with your weight loss goals. Decades ago, I had great success w/WW, however, d/t severe medical issues that occurred in 1998, I have to, for the rest of my life, take a drug that promotes weight gain … and it works. Hee!? I hope some day to be able to get back to a weight that makes me feel comfortable and good. Best wishes, always. Gabby 🙂

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  • Julie, you look terrific! CONGRATULATIONS in persevering through your life changes. I wish you continued luck with your weight loss goals. Decades ago, I had great success w/WW, however, d/t severe medical issues that occurred in 1998, I have to, for the rest of my life, take a drug that promotes weight gain … and it works. Hee!? I hope some day to be able to get back to a weight that makes me feel comfortable and good. Best wishes, always. Gabby 🙂

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  • Julie, you look terrific! CONGRATULATIONS in persevering through your life changes. I wish you continued luck with your weight loss goals. Decades ago, I had great success w/WW, however, d/t severe medical issues that occurred in 1998, I have to, for the rest of my life, take a drug that promotes weight gain … and it works. Hee!? I hope some day to be able to get back to a weight that makes me feel comfortable and good. Best wishes, always. Gabby 🙂

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  • Julie, you look terrific! CONGRATULATIONS in persevering through your life changes. I wish you continued luck with your weight loss goals. Decades ago, I had great success w/WW, however, d/t severe medical issues that occurred in 1998, I have to, for the rest of my life, take a drug that promotes weight gain … and it works. Hee!? I hope some day to be able to get back to a weight that makes me feel comfortable and good. Best wishes, always. Gabby 🙂

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  • Julie, you look terrific! CONGRATULATIONS in persevering through your life changes. I wish you continued luck with your weight loss goals. Decades ago, I had great success w/WW, however, d/t severe medical issues that occurred in 1998, I have to, for the rest of my life, take a drug that promotes weight gain … and it works. Hee!? I hope some day to be able to get back to a weight that makes me feel comfortable and good. Best wishes, always. Gabby 🙂

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  • Julie, you are amazing & you look amazing!! What an inspiration. Im so happy for you & so proud of you!
    I’m in my 5th month of WW & have been on quite a journey myself. With your inspiring post, it keeps me going! Way to go girl! Hugs!

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  • Julie, you are amazing & you look amazing!! What an inspiration. Im so happy for you & so proud of you!
    I’m in my 5th month of WW & have been on quite a journey myself. With your inspiring post, it keeps me going! Way to go girl! Hugs!

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  • Julie, you are amazing & you look amazing!! What an inspiration. Im so happy for you & so proud of you!
    I’m in my 5th month of WW & have been on quite a journey myself. With your inspiring post, it keeps me going! Way to go girl! Hugs!

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  • Julie, you are amazing & you look amazing!! What an inspiration. Im so happy for you & so proud of you!
    I’m in my 5th month of WW & have been on quite a journey myself. With your inspiring post, it keeps me going! Way to go girl! Hugs!

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  • Julie, you are amazing & you look amazing!! What an inspiration. Im so happy for you & so proud of you!
    I’m in my 5th month of WW & have been on quite a journey myself. With your inspiring post, it keeps me going! Way to go girl! Hugs!

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  • Dear Julie,
    Once again you are an inspiration to me. I’m overweight and miserable about it. I re-discovered your blog and hit on this post. It must be fate!!! I’m going to Weight Watchers!

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  • Dear Julie,
    Once again you are an inspiration to me. I’m overweight and miserable about it. I re-discovered your blog and hit on this post. It must be fate!!! I’m going to Weight Watchers!

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  • Dear Julie,
    Once again you are an inspiration to me. I’m overweight and miserable about it. I re-discovered your blog and hit on this post. It must be fate!!! I’m going to Weight Watchers!

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  • Dear Julie,
    Once again you are an inspiration to me. I’m overweight and miserable about it. I re-discovered your blog and hit on this post. It must be fate!!! I’m going to Weight Watchers!

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  • Dear Julie,
    Once again you are an inspiration to me. I’m overweight and miserable about it. I re-discovered your blog and hit on this post. It must be fate!!! I’m going to Weight Watchers!

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  • I read your blog as often as I read any blog, and I knew you were losing weight, but I am just reading this feel good post today. Not sure if it was losing the man or losing the weight but you look great.

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  • I read your blog as often as I read any blog, and I knew you were losing weight, but I am just reading this feel good post today. Not sure if it was losing the man or losing the weight but you look great.

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  • I read your blog as often as I read any blog, and I knew you were losing weight, but I am just reading this feel good post today. Not sure if it was losing the man or losing the weight but you look great.

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  • I read your blog as often as I read any blog, and I knew you were losing weight, but I am just reading this feel good post today. Not sure if it was losing the man or losing the weight but you look great.

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  • I read your blog as often as I read any blog, and I knew you were losing weight, but I am just reading this feel good post today. Not sure if it was losing the man or losing the weight but you look great.

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  • WooooHoooo Congrats, especially while going through difficult times! A healthy, Happy New Year for 2014!

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  • WooooHoooo Congrats, especially while going through difficult times! A healthy, Happy New Year for 2014!

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  • WooooHoooo Congrats, especially while going through difficult times! A healthy, Happy New Year for 2014!

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  • WooooHoooo Congrats, especially while going through difficult times! A healthy, Happy New Year for 2014!

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  • WooooHoooo Congrats, especially while going through difficult times! A healthy, Happy New Year for 2014!

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  • You look like a completely different person. I love your old fat clothes though! You had great style even at your heaviest~~~ I wish I’d lived next door so I could have raided your trash!

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  • You look like a completely different person. I love your old fat clothes though! You had great style even at your heaviest~~~ I wish I’d lived next door so I could have raided your trash!

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  • You look like a completely different person. I love your old fat clothes though! You had great style even at your heaviest~~~ I wish I’d lived next door so I could have raided your trash!

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  • You look like a completely different person. I love your old fat clothes though! You had great style even at your heaviest~~~ I wish I’d lived next door so I could have raided your trash!

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  • You look like a completely different person. I love your old fat clothes though! You had great style even at your heaviest~~~ I wish I’d lived next door so I could have raided your trash!

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  • I was at your booth at CHA a few weeks ago and I wanted to meet you in person… I was looking for the OLD Julie Fey-Fan B and after seeing your new photo’s, I did see you and did not realize that you have lost all that weight!!! WAY TO GO SISTA…If you are at the 2015 CHA, I hope to meet you in person… Maybe I will be 40 lbs lighter by then… hehehe
    Thank you for sharing your art work with is and sharing your personal life too…

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  • I was at your booth at CHA a few weeks ago and I wanted to meet you in person… I was looking for the OLD Julie Fey-Fan B and after seeing your new photo’s, I did see you and did not realize that you have lost all that weight!!! WAY TO GO SISTA…If you are at the 2015 CHA, I hope to meet you in person… Maybe I will be 40 lbs lighter by then… hehehe
    Thank you for sharing your art work with is and sharing your personal life too…

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  • I was at your booth at CHA a few weeks ago and I wanted to meet you in person… I was looking for the OLD Julie Fey-Fan B and after seeing your new photo’s, I did see you and did not realize that you have lost all that weight!!! WAY TO GO SISTA…If you are at the 2015 CHA, I hope to meet you in person… Maybe I will be 40 lbs lighter by then… hehehe
    Thank you for sharing your art work with is and sharing your personal life too…

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  • I was at your booth at CHA a few weeks ago and I wanted to meet you in person… I was looking for the OLD Julie Fey-Fan B and after seeing your new photo’s, I did see you and did not realize that you have lost all that weight!!! WAY TO GO SISTA…If you are at the 2015 CHA, I hope to meet you in person… Maybe I will be 40 lbs lighter by then… hehehe
    Thank you for sharing your art work with is and sharing your personal life too…

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  • I was at your booth at CHA a few weeks ago and I wanted to meet you in person… I was looking for the OLD Julie Fey-Fan B and after seeing your new photo’s, I did see you and did not realize that you have lost all that weight!!! WAY TO GO SISTA…If you are at the 2015 CHA, I hope to meet you in person… Maybe I will be 40 lbs lighter by then… hehehe
    Thank you for sharing your art work with is and sharing your personal life too…

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  • Julie, I thought you looked fabulous BEFORE the weight loss…now even more so! 🙂

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  • Julie, I thought you looked fabulous BEFORE the weight loss…now even more so! 🙂

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  • Julie, I thought you looked fabulous BEFORE the weight loss…now even more so! 🙂

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  • Julie, I thought you looked fabulous BEFORE the weight loss…now even more so! 🙂

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  • Julie, I thought you looked fabulous BEFORE the weight loss…now even more so! 🙂

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  • Hi Julie!
    I just saw you present on HSN. You were great! I almost didn’t recognize you. You look amazing! Congrats on you weight loss. What an inspiration.
    Now I need to watch all your Scrapbook Soup shows 🙂
    I have taken a break from scrapbooking (I opened up an Etsy shop that now takes all my free time), but still love to watch the sb shows on HSN. It was a nice surprise to see you there.
    Best,
    Cathy

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  • Hi Julie!
    I just saw you present on HSN. You were great! I almost didn’t recognize you. You look amazing! Congrats on you weight loss. What an inspiration.
    Now I need to watch all your Scrapbook Soup shows 🙂
    I have taken a break from scrapbooking (I opened up an Etsy shop that now takes all my free time), but still love to watch the sb shows on HSN. It was a nice surprise to see you there.
    Best,
    Cathy

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  • Hi Julie!
    I just saw you present on HSN. You were great! I almost didn’t recognize you. You look amazing! Congrats on you weight loss. What an inspiration.
    Now I need to watch all your Scrapbook Soup shows 🙂
    I have taken a break from scrapbooking (I opened up an Etsy shop that now takes all my free time), but still love to watch the sb shows on HSN. It was a nice surprise to see you there.
    Best,
    Cathy

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  • Hi Julie!
    I just saw you present on HSN. You were great! I almost didn’t recognize you. You look amazing! Congrats on you weight loss. What an inspiration.
    Now I need to watch all your Scrapbook Soup shows 🙂
    I have taken a break from scrapbooking (I opened up an Etsy shop that now takes all my free time), but still love to watch the sb shows on HSN. It was a nice surprise to see you there.
    Best,
    Cathy

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  • Hi Julie!
    I just saw you present on HSN. You were great! I almost didn’t recognize you. You look amazing! Congrats on you weight loss. What an inspiration.
    Now I need to watch all your Scrapbook Soup shows 🙂
    I have taken a break from scrapbooking (I opened up an Etsy shop that now takes all my free time), but still love to watch the sb shows on HSN. It was a nice surprise to see you there.
    Best,
    Cathy

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  • HI Julie, I have been following you for a long time and just bought your book on stamp making and saw your video on stencilling.. I love your work and way of teaching.
    You have so much confidence and fun and energy!
    now I want to compliment you on your weightloss too. You lookso good, and much happier and younger!
    I am going to get an operation to loose weight…
    hope to get a lot of energy from my art and be a witness of your arting for a long long time! Love and greetings from Oijen, the Netherlands

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  • HI Julie, I have been following you for a long time and just bought your book on stamp making and saw your video on stencilling.. I love your work and way of teaching.
    You have so much confidence and fun and energy!
    now I want to compliment you on your weightloss too. You lookso good, and much happier and younger!
    I am going to get an operation to loose weight…
    hope to get a lot of energy from my art and be a witness of your arting for a long long time! Love and greetings from Oijen, the Netherlands

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  • HI Julie, I have been following you for a long time and just bought your book on stamp making and saw your video on stencilling.. I love your work and way of teaching.
    You have so much confidence and fun and energy!
    now I want to compliment you on your weightloss too. You lookso good, and much happier and younger!
    I am going to get an operation to loose weight…
    hope to get a lot of energy from my art and be a witness of your arting for a long long time! Love and greetings from Oijen, the Netherlands

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  • HI Julie, I have been following you for a long time and just bought your book on stamp making and saw your video on stencilling.. I love your work and way of teaching.
    You have so much confidence and fun and energy!
    now I want to compliment you on your weightloss too. You lookso good, and much happier and younger!
    I am going to get an operation to loose weight…
    hope to get a lot of energy from my art and be a witness of your arting for a long long time! Love and greetings from Oijen, the Netherlands

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  • HI Julie, I have been following you for a long time and just bought your book on stamp making and saw your video on stencilling.. I love your work and way of teaching.
    You have so much confidence and fun and energy!
    now I want to compliment you on your weightloss too. You lookso good, and much happier and younger!
    I am going to get an operation to loose weight…
    hope to get a lot of energy from my art and be a witness of your arting for a long long time! Love and greetings from Oijen, the Netherlands

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  • A hundred pounds and no surgery…..hard to believe. Good for you, though.

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  • A hundred pounds and no surgery…..hard to believe. Good for you, though.

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  • A hundred pounds and no surgery…..hard to believe. Good for you, though.

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  • A hundred pounds and no surgery…..hard to believe. Good for you, though.

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  • A hundred pounds and no surgery…..hard to believe. Good for you, though.

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  • Julie…watching more recent videos…I was thinking I must have gotten your name wrong from the earlier videos I had watched!!! Congratulations on your success! You were gorgeous before…but now you are more “gorgeouser”. There is just nothing more powerful than “a made up mind”!

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  • Julie…watching more recent videos…I was thinking I must have gotten your name wrong from the earlier videos I had watched!!! Congratulations on your success! You were gorgeous before…but now you are more “gorgeouser”. There is just nothing more powerful than “a made up mind”!

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  • Julie…watching more recent videos…I was thinking I must have gotten your name wrong from the earlier videos I had watched!!! Congratulations on your success! You were gorgeous before…but now you are more “gorgeouser”. There is just nothing more powerful than “a made up mind”!

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  • Julie…watching more recent videos…I was thinking I must have gotten your name wrong from the earlier videos I had watched!!! Congratulations on your success! You were gorgeous before…but now you are more “gorgeouser”. There is just nothing more powerful than “a made up mind”!

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  • Julie…watching more recent videos…I was thinking I must have gotten your name wrong from the earlier videos I had watched!!! Congratulations on your success! You were gorgeous before…but now you are more “gorgeouser”. There is just nothing more powerful than “a made up mind”!

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  • I know you don’t want to turn your weight lose into a blog BUT you have been inspiring in both your artistic ability and losing weight as a personal goal. You have motivated me in both! Thank you.

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  • I know you don’t want to turn your weight lose into a blog BUT you have been inspiring in both your artistic ability and losing weight as a personal goal. You have motivated me in both! Thank you.

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  • I know you don’t want to turn your weight lose into a blog BUT you have been inspiring in both your artistic ability and losing weight as a personal goal. You have motivated me in both! Thank you.

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  • I know you don’t want to turn your weight lose into a blog BUT you have been inspiring in both your artistic ability and losing weight as a personal goal. You have motivated me in both! Thank you.

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  • I know you don’t want to turn your weight lose into a blog BUT you have been inspiring in both your artistic ability and losing weight as a personal goal. You have motivated me in both! Thank you.

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  • YOU are an inspiration to me. I need to jump on that wagon. But you know what Julie – you are beautiful at any size – you have such an amazing soul. Thank you for sharing your talents with us all. If you are happy – then your fans are happy.

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  • YOU are an inspiration to me. I need to jump on that wagon. But you know what Julie – you are beautiful at any size – you have such an amazing soul. Thank you for sharing your talents with us all. If you are happy – then your fans are happy.

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  • YOU are an inspiration to me. I need to jump on that wagon. But you know what Julie – you are beautiful at any size – you have such an amazing soul. Thank you for sharing your talents with us all. If you are happy – then your fans are happy.

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  • YOU are an inspiration to me. I need to jump on that wagon. But you know what Julie – you are beautiful at any size – you have such an amazing soul. Thank you for sharing your talents with us all. If you are happy – then your fans are happy.

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  • YOU are an inspiration to me. I need to jump on that wagon. But you know what Julie – you are beautiful at any size – you have such an amazing soul. Thank you for sharing your talents with us all. If you are happy – then your fans are happy.

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  • I found some of your videos via Pinterest, and from there found your site. Can I just say that you inspire me on so many levels! WOW…the art tips, techniques, etc are amazing, but as a fellow lady with a few pounds to shed, this is SO inspiring.
    Thank you for your openness and willingness to share all your life’s journeys. I may become a regular stalker on your blog! Ha ha. I teach 9th grade art in Texas, but I also do a lot of paper crafting as well. I love how you mix it all together and are constantly investigating new ideas and sharing them.
    In my dream life, I have your job! Not that I don’t love my 9th graders 😀

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  • I found some of your videos via Pinterest, and from there found your site. Can I just say that you inspire me on so many levels! WOW…the art tips, techniques, etc are amazing, but as a fellow lady with a few pounds to shed, this is SO inspiring.
    Thank you for your openness and willingness to share all your life’s journeys. I may become a regular stalker on your blog! Ha ha. I teach 9th grade art in Texas, but I also do a lot of paper crafting as well. I love how you mix it all together and are constantly investigating new ideas and sharing them.
    In my dream life, I have your job! Not that I don’t love my 9th graders 😀

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  • I found some of your videos via Pinterest, and from there found your site. Can I just say that you inspire me on so many levels! WOW…the art tips, techniques, etc are amazing, but as a fellow lady with a few pounds to shed, this is SO inspiring.
    Thank you for your openness and willingness to share all your life’s journeys. I may become a regular stalker on your blog! Ha ha. I teach 9th grade art in Texas, but I also do a lot of paper crafting as well. I love how you mix it all together and are constantly investigating new ideas and sharing them.
    In my dream life, I have your job! Not that I don’t love my 9th graders 😀

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  • I found some of your videos via Pinterest, and from there found your site. Can I just say that you inspire me on so many levels! WOW…the art tips, techniques, etc are amazing, but as a fellow lady with a few pounds to shed, this is SO inspiring.
    Thank you for your openness and willingness to share all your life’s journeys. I may become a regular stalker on your blog! Ha ha. I teach 9th grade art in Texas, but I also do a lot of paper crafting as well. I love how you mix it all together and are constantly investigating new ideas and sharing them.
    In my dream life, I have your job! Not that I don’t love my 9th graders 😀

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  • I found some of your videos via Pinterest, and from there found your site. Can I just say that you inspire me on so many levels! WOW…the art tips, techniques, etc are amazing, but as a fellow lady with a few pounds to shed, this is SO inspiring.
    Thank you for your openness and willingness to share all your life’s journeys. I may become a regular stalker on your blog! Ha ha. I teach 9th grade art in Texas, but I also do a lot of paper crafting as well. I love how you mix it all together and are constantly investigating new ideas and sharing them.
    In my dream life, I have your job! Not that I don’t love my 9th graders 😀

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  • I just starting watching your videos on scrapbook soup…….You look great!! I have always struggled with my weight and you are an inspiration! I know I feel better when I’m at goal but I have put on 25 lbs. I need to get it off and know that WW is the healthiest way to do it!! Thanks Julie!!

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  • I just starting watching your videos on scrapbook soup…….You look great!! I have always struggled with my weight and you are an inspiration! I know I feel better when I’m at goal but I have put on 25 lbs. I need to get it off and know that WW is the healthiest way to do it!! Thanks Julie!!

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  • I just starting watching your videos on scrapbook soup…….You look great!! I have always struggled with my weight and you are an inspiration! I know I feel better when I’m at goal but I have put on 25 lbs. I need to get it off and know that WW is the healthiest way to do it!! Thanks Julie!!

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  • I just starting watching your videos on scrapbook soup…….You look great!! I have always struggled with my weight and you are an inspiration! I know I feel better when I’m at goal but I have put on 25 lbs. I need to get it off and know that WW is the healthiest way to do it!! Thanks Julie!!

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  • I just starting watching your videos on scrapbook soup…….You look great!! I have always struggled with my weight and you are an inspiration! I know I feel better when I’m at goal but I have put on 25 lbs. I need to get it off and know that WW is the healthiest way to do it!! Thanks Julie!!

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  • You are my I inspiration Julie. I want to lose a first grader. Lol. Thank you for sharing.

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  • You are my I inspiration Julie. I want to lose a first grader. Lol. Thank you for sharing.

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  • You are my I inspiration Julie. I want to lose a first grader. Lol. Thank you for sharing.

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  • You are my I inspiration Julie. I want to lose a first grader. Lol. Thank you for sharing.

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  • You are my I inspiration Julie. I want to lose a first grader. Lol. Thank you for sharing.

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  • You look wonderful! I am on my own journey, 4th. time I need to lose over 75 pounds, and you are a great inspiration!! Wow!!!!!

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  • You look wonderful! I am on my own journey, 4th. time I need to lose over 75 pounds, and you are a great inspiration!! Wow!!!!!

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  • You look wonderful! I am on my own journey, 4th. time I need to lose over 75 pounds, and you are a great inspiration!! Wow!!!!!

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  • You look wonderful! I am on my own journey, 4th. time I need to lose over 75 pounds, and you are a great inspiration!! Wow!!!!!

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  • You look wonderful! I am on my own journey, 4th. time I need to lose over 75 pounds, and you are a great inspiration!! Wow!!!!!

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  • You are so beautiful ! Inside and out.

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  • You are so beautiful ! Inside and out.

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  • You are so beautiful ! Inside and out.

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  • You are so beautiful ! Inside and out.

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  • You are so beautiful ! Inside and out.

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  • God bless you Julie. You look fantastic. All the best to you

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  • God bless you Julie. You look fantastic. All the best to you

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  • God bless you Julie. You look fantastic. All the best to you

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  • God bless you Julie. You look fantastic. All the best to you

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  • God bless you Julie. You look fantastic. All the best to you

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  • Amazing transformation! You look beautiful. Well done Julie.

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  • Amazing transformation! You look beautiful. Well done Julie.

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  • Amazing transformation! You look beautiful. Well done Julie.

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  • Amazing transformation! You look beautiful. Well done Julie.

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  • Amazing transformation! You look beautiful. Well done Julie.

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  • You are such a beautiful woman, Julie. I’m 71 and I’m inspired by your work and your joy and your weight loss. So much creativity in one woman!!
    I’m on weight watchers and have lost 36 pounds in 4 months myself. (It’s never too late to learn new habits, new skills.) Personal transformation is a beautiful thing!!

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  • You are such a beautiful woman, Julie. I’m 71 and I’m inspired by your work and your joy and your weight loss. So much creativity in one woman!!
    I’m on weight watchers and have lost 36 pounds in 4 months myself. (It’s never too late to learn new habits, new skills.) Personal transformation is a beautiful thing!!

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  • You are such a beautiful woman, Julie. I’m 71 and I’m inspired by your work and your joy and your weight loss. So much creativity in one woman!!
    I’m on weight watchers and have lost 36 pounds in 4 months myself. (It’s never too late to learn new habits, new skills.) Personal transformation is a beautiful thing!!

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  • You are such a beautiful woman, Julie. I’m 71 and I’m inspired by your work and your joy and your weight loss. So much creativity in one woman!!
    I’m on weight watchers and have lost 36 pounds in 4 months myself. (It’s never too late to learn new habits, new skills.) Personal transformation is a beautiful thing!!

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  • You are such a beautiful woman, Julie. I’m 71 and I’m inspired by your work and your joy and your weight loss. So much creativity in one woman!!
    I’m on weight watchers and have lost 36 pounds in 4 months myself. (It’s never too late to learn new habits, new skills.) Personal transformation is a beautiful thing!!

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  • Julie,
    I thought you were great before the weight loss. Now you are even more amazing. Would never have known had I not bought a new ‘Mini Doodled Pattern’ stencil in November/2016 and not recognized your face on the package. Congrats on all your creative ways!!
    Robin Prophet

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  • Julie,
    I thought you were great before the weight loss. Now you are even more amazing. Would never have known had I not bought a new ‘Mini Doodled Pattern’ stencil in November/2016 and not recognized your face on the package. Congrats on all your creative ways!!
    Robin Prophet

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  • Julie,
    I thought you were great before the weight loss. Now you are even more amazing. Would never have known had I not bought a new ‘Mini Doodled Pattern’ stencil in November/2016 and not recognized your face on the package. Congrats on all your creative ways!!
    Robin Prophet

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  • Julie,
    I thought you were great before the weight loss. Now you are even more amazing. Would never have known had I not bought a new ‘Mini Doodled Pattern’ stencil in November/2016 and not recognized your face on the package. Congrats on all your creative ways!!
    Robin Prophet

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  • Julie,
    I thought you were great before the weight loss. Now you are even more amazing. Would never have known had I not bought a new ‘Mini Doodled Pattern’ stencil in November/2016 and not recognized your face on the package. Congrats on all your creative ways!!
    Robin Prophet

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  • Well done, you have achieved a lot. Not everyone would be brave enough to share the story and the pictures. Stories like yours really help others who need some inspiration

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  • Well done, you have achieved a lot. Not everyone would be brave enough to share the story and the pictures. Stories like yours really help others who need some inspiration

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  • Well done, you have achieved a lot. Not everyone would be brave enough to share the story and the pictures. Stories like yours really help others who need some inspiration

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  • Well done, you have achieved a lot. Not everyone would be brave enough to share the story and the pictures. Stories like yours really help others who need some inspiration

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  • Well done, you have achieved a lot. Not everyone would be brave enough to share the story and the pictures. Stories like yours really help others who need some inspiration

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  • Wow, that’s inspiring! Great job!

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  • Wow, that’s inspiring! Great job!

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  • Wow, that’s inspiring! Great job!

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  • Wow, that’s inspiring! Great job!

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  • Wow, that’s inspiring! Great job!

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  • You have done awesome! Thank you for sharing. I needed this encouragement today myself!

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  • You have done awesome! Thank you for sharing. I needed this encouragement today myself!

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  • You have done awesome! Thank you for sharing. I needed this encouragement today myself!

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  • You have done awesome! Thank you for sharing. I needed this encouragement today myself!

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  • You have done awesome! Thank you for sharing. I needed this encouragement today myself!

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