There's something pretty amazing happening here!

[SuiteDisney]

I've been tempted to say something before, but didn't want to jinx things.

It started with a contest - a weight loss contest between Gene, Justin and me. Whoever loses the most weight by vacation wins. We each got to pick what we want to win so that we would be motivated. Justin is easy, he just wants two video games and a DVD movie. Gene and I both picked something that not only motivate us to win, but would also motivate the others to try to beat us. If Gene wins, he wants a 15 minute back rub and foot rub from Justin and me every day of vacation. For me - well, I'm the shortest and slowest and always get left behind. I follow the others around WDW and get plenty of pictures of their backsides, so when I win they have to stay behind me on vacation.

But what's so amazing is that we're all supporting (and teasing) one another and working together. We've changed our eating habits and are now eating healthier and we're exercising. And it doesn't seem hard because we're all in it together. After the first week, Gene lost 10 pounds and Justin and I each lost 6. Even Rachel lost 2 pounds and she's not even in the contest, just has been eating healthier. Weigh in is every Friday night after work.

I sure hope this keeps up because it's great! I can't wait to win.

 

[Serena]

 

[CRB#33]

Hey that's great!

It always helps to have a support group and that you live with them makes it wonderful!

Good luck!

 

[RoutemanDan]

Way to Go! Good luck and hang in there.

 

[Nikole]

That's awesome!!! Smart move!!!!!

Hmmmm I don't think I could convince John to gain weight just so he can compete against me to lose it! The pain!

 

[Saffron]

That is so cool! I love your choice of a "prize"! That's hysterical!

 

[binny]

awesome!

 

[DaisyDebbie]

very cool. The longer you do it the easier it gets

 

[Zurg]

Cool. Good luck.

 

[WebmasterMaryJo]

<font color=navy>Kudos to you - sounds like your family is pulling together, and working towards better living. I'm happy for you.

 

[snoopy]

Thats fabulous, Laura! Good luck!

(and I secretly hope YOU win! But don't tell Justin or Gene I said that! )

 

[zurgswife]

Great contest Laura....I wish you all much luck.....

 

[bsnyder]

What a wonderful idea!

Good luck to all of you (but especially to you!)!

 

[Dan Murphy]

That's great, Laura, and continued success for you all!!!!!

 

[kejoda]

Thats a great idea! I hope you win Laura.

 

[dizneenut]

That's great!!
Good luck!

 

[TigH]

That is great news!!! I hope you win - love your pictures!

 

[scarlett873]

best of luck to you laura!!!

DH and i are trying to start the weightloss thing. it's not easy to get motivated to exercise! i've done it before and i can do it again but i can't do it alone...so i've been trying to kick DH in the butt to get him started, but no luck so far. maybe i'll steal your idea! i'll challenge him and whoever wins gets to pick their prize...great idea!!!! i'm glad it's working for you guys...now let's see if it will work for us!

keep up the awesome work!!

brandie

 

[tater bug]

Way to go Laura! With the whole crowd in on the plan it's sure to be a success, no matter who wins (but I hope you do!)

Tommy and I are doing Sugar Busters, well, we are trying to do SB's...we are getting better at it.

Best wishes to you!

 

[December99]

WOW Laura...good for you guys!!! Always good to have motivation!!!!! Once I lose the motivation, I lose the will and I gain the weight back!!!