Comments on: It’s All About Forgiveness!

By: tonya poole

tonya poole — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 20:46:36 +0000

Hi my name is Tonya Poole I just wanted to say you are doing great with the med-fast plan. I have always had problems with my weight it is and up and down battle. I am going to try the med fast plan keep up the good work Genie. your fan, Tonya Poole

By: Denise

Denise — Sun, 02 Sep 2007 01:38:05 +0000

Hi My name is Denise and I have been pondering about starting medifast. I have been on the web site many times. I need to lose 20 to 25 pounds. I was wondering how much would come off and how fast? I appreciate everyones accomplishments.I look forward to hearing from you.
Denise

By: Trina

Trina — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 19:13:35 +0000

I took great comfort reading your BLOGs and could completely relate to the “Mom” issues and comfort food. I run a home based agri-business on our ranch in Texas promoting women’s ranch rodeo - and in addition to that job - I’m also a FT ranchers wife and MOM to our 2 little girls, ages 9 and 2 (which sometimes feels like GALAXIES apart, instead of yrs). After 12 hour event days with my business, I just FEEL shell shocked having to please so many people - and add the girls clamoring for my undivided attn after an event - and by the end of the day, I just want to JUMP into the PB jar and chase it down with a 60oz glass of chocolate Ovaltine… with whole milk, of course… ;(( Not good!! As you wrote - I feel the guilt thing the next morning and just want the cycle to STOP! My knees hurt and my jeans are so uncomfortable I can’t even pull myself up on my horses anymore…. I just placed my first order minutes ago and sincerely pray for this cycle to break and my 40 yo body to feel some relief!
Your words and stories were so comforting — just to know other busy Mom’s are going though this too. While you are a wonderful Laura, my personal favorite characterization was Brett from N & S. I have seen the movie hundreds of x’s over - and one of my most cherished gradutaion presents was the book set - which I read both novels at least every 2 years or so. In my minds eye, your image as Brett is always so endearing.) In fact, I almost named one of my daughters that name, I was so fond of that character.
Wish you all the very best, Ms. Francis. Thanks for the opportunity to share.

By: Caitlyn

Caitlyn — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 19:12:57 +0000

Genie,
I admire you a great deal for sticking to medifast. I’m trying to lose weight so the modeling agency my parents are taking me to will accept me. My dad told me that if I became a model, there would be a great chance that I would become an actress, like I’m wishing to become. Me and my mom both ordered the sample pack. Can’t wait to try it!!

By: Yogabear

Yogabear — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 15:45:29 +0000

Hi Genie

I just ordered my Medifast sample pack. Going to give it a try. I’m a big fan of your work. Thanks for your candor. Your words are very inspiring.

Brian

By: Andrea

Andrea — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:50:21 +0000

Hi Genie!

I think I am your biggest fan. I wasn’t born during the beginning of the L&L hoopla, but I have been an avid Laura fan since the late 90’s. I’m not part of the medifast program, but I wanted to tell you how absolutely beautiful you look and wish you the best of luck on your journey!

By: Tyne

Tyne — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 18:20:55 +0000

Hi Genie and all of the MF readers!! I have just completed my 3rd week of MF. I have lost to date 11 lbs. I am in my late 30’s with a 2yr old. I was on fertility drugs for over 6 years and that is when all of my major weight gain began (80lbs). I have used the excuse that the hormone drugs helped keep my weight up. After my 2 year post op baby check up with my MD he stated it was time for me to take my weight serious because I was considered Obesed. I have no other health issues so it was time to take charge of my weight. He stated I must commit to MF for atleast 3 months. Not a wk, not a month, but 3 months before I can tell him that it has not worked. I have weighed in at all time 246 lbs. Now I am at 235 and I feel wonderful. I still cook regular meals for my family and make my Lean & Green for myself. It has been very hard and tempting at times, but I keep telling myself I like the way I feel and look. I was able to put on a new shirt I bought 5 years ago this weekend and button it, with out it feeling snugged. So keep going strong and MF is the way to go with out stressing on what to eat each day. I have found it very helpful with the suggestion to pack atleast 5-6 zip-lock bags with my MF in each at the beginning of the week. This way I pull one bag each morning and that is what I have to eat for the day. I also have sprayed a little light cool whip on my puddings to give an extra treat every now and then. This makes me feel like I am eating a sundae. Please do not give up and keep chugging ahead…

By: gerry735

gerry735 — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:01:55 +0000

I’M ONE OF YOUR BIGEST FAN I WAS JUST READING THE SOAP OPERA DIGEST ABOUT YOUR WEIGHT, PLUS YOU LOOK GREAT AT THE AWARD, I DID MADIFAST LAST NOVEMBER AND LOST 32 POUND I KNOW YOU CAN DO IT. GOOD LOOK ON YOUR JOURNEY AND PLEASE COME BACK TO GH. THANK YOU

By: Di

Di — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 03:00:35 +0000

Genie, I also have struggled with weight for the past 20 yrs. or so. I grew up with you on GH and have followed your career. When you are on GH it is the only time I watch! Anyway, I weighted 210 and now am 170, 40 more lbs. to go. I am not on Medifast but sure identify with you. Keep up the good work!

By: Anne Mack

Anne Mack — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 02:19:30 +0000

Wow, I think it is so great how honest you are. I imagine it is pretty hard to be a “poster gal.” Keep up the good work!!