Ruby on Beating the Odds
Wed., Dec. 9, 2009 10:27 AM PST by Ruby Gettinger
Let me start off today with this cold, hard fact: Every day in the U.S., thousands of people are dying from ADDICTIONS: smoking, drinking, drugs...and OBESITY.
WOW!
I am fighting this battle daily. I have fought this since I can remember. This is an addiction that goes so much deeper than I realized. How do we get control over something that has taken control over us?
People battle with all sorts of things in their lives: alcohol, drugs, gambling, porn, food, etc. But we cannot let the addiction define who we are. My passion is God and people. I love to laugh and have fun! I love people.
I have a huge battle, a battle I have fought all my life. But, as we all can see, we all are fighting the same battle. Whether you struggle with 20 pounds or hundreds of pounds, it is a battle.
We can't give up this fight. I know we all have issues, but live your life. Enjoy it no matter what size you are. There are great people out there who will help us, advise us. But when it is all said and done, we face this beast one on one. Will we win today or lose? What brings us here? Why is it some days we can beat it and others we can't?
If you are feeling alone, please look at my message board or go read my blog and see what others are saying. You will find YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
I want to win this battle once and for all. I love food. I love it! But food is what brought me here. If it was as easy as going on a diet and exercising, I would have done it a long time ago. I want to tell everyone—no matter if you are dieting or not—to get a notebook and start writing down everything you eat, everything you put in your mouth. This way you can be aware of how much you are taking in and then keep up with how much you need to consume.
My plan started off with me eating 2,500 calories a day, and now I am on 1,500 calories a day. When I started off I could not exercise except 5 to 10 minutes. I sat in a chair and moved my arms and legs. With every pound I lost, it made it easier for me to do a little more each time. We have to take baby steps. Now I am able to walk an hour. YAY!!!
We as a nation need to get healthier. I was dying because everything I was taking in was destroying my body.
I watched my father fight for his life! Because he continued to eat wrong after he was diagnosed with diabetes 30 years ago, his body stopped functioning 20 years ago. He was bedridden for 10 years! His kidneys shut down, and he was on dialysis; his legs had no feeling in them and had sores that wouldn't heal. One of his legs was amputated, and a week later I watched him die. It is a terrible thing. It makes my heart break! What's odd is that he was only 30 to 50 pounds overweight. That is all it takes for the body to become unhealthy!
This journey is about getting healthier. If you want to live and not have all these difficulties, whether now or later on in life, you've got to start getting healthy and tackling the beast! Eating bad will make you very sick, and will eventually kill you. We have to get healthier!
Yes, I LOVE pizza, chocolate, spaghetti...but now I must eat NATTY food! LOL! I kid! Good news: My palate did change, and I actually love fish now! WHO? Who loves fish? Never would have ever thought! And your palate will change, too! I will always thank Ourlife Fresh for that. I had to go cold turkey for six months. I am telling everyone to try it—it will change your palate, teach you variations of healthy food and portions.
We are all working towards a healthier life and acceptance for all! We all really should be there for one another, because we all know what it's like to battle something so tough.
Thanks for coming together and giving one another advice.
You can find me here at mystyle.com, plus Facebook, MySpace and Twitter. And you can email me here!
Quote from a strong woman:
"They took away what should have been my eyes...
They took away what should have been my ears...
They took away what should have been my tongue...
He would not let them take away my soul:
Possessing that, I still possess the whole."
—Helen Keller
NO man can take away your soul!!! I am praying for all of YOU!
P.S. A lot of you are asking me how you can get Style so you can watch my show. Please click here!
Y'all have been asking me when I am coming back and what I have been doing. I am coming back to Style for one-hour shows, starting Sunday, Feb. 14 @ 8/7c. I've made a slide show of what I have been doing the past six months—click here.
I love and believe in you all!!!
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Now loading...Kimmee Wed, Dec 9, 2009, 11:25 AM
1. Ruby, Watching your show and seeing how you couldn't remember your childhood made me remember my own struggle. I know why I can't remember, much. I hope you find your key to healing and your good memories. In the meantime while you wage this war, consider looking for deeper help. I saw you get support from the ladies and that finally prompted my to seek out OA. Yes, Overeaters Anonymous. Its great support and helps me deal with these issues from the inside out...focusing on my Higher Power which for me is Christ Jesus. Its been three months and I haven't weighed myself but I have lost weight and gained joy and peace...."progress not perfection"!! Much love, k
Julia Ball Wed, Dec 9, 2009, 2:15 PM
2. So glad to hear that you'll be back on STYLE! I'll be watching.
Angel Wed, Dec 9, 2009, 3:17 PM
3. You are amazing, just seeing this program in Iceland. You have wonderful people around you and it is clear that you are loved. You go girl!!
Deanna * The Unnatural Mother Wed, Dec 9, 2009, 5:37 PM
4. Thank you for this post, great to read and you are always an inspiration!!!! Deanna http://www.theunnaturalmother.com/
Rita Wed, Dec 9, 2009, 7:58 PM
5. Thank you so much for this! Wow!
Ruby Thank you Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 3:27 AM
6. I am 16 years old and have always been plus size. I have very low self esteem. I dont ever think people could accept me. From watching your show I have gained the knowledge to know I am beautiful! Thank you!
Elizabeth Meens Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 3:29 AM
7. Hi Ruby, I live in Canberra, Australia. I am inspired but your warm soul
Ruby you have saved my life! Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 3:39 AM
8. Just watched you on foxtel, the episode with the tornado. I'm now 243 pds. THis show has changed my life! thanks for showing me
Marlene Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 5:41 AM
9. You inspire me! i watch you show all the way in SA, I am on diet! You are a inspiration to me....
daisy Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 5:44 AM
10. thank u 4 putting yourself out there it would of been a hard thing 2 do thankyou 4 encouraging others, keep doing what your doing xox
Denise Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 5:45 AM
11. Ruby!!!!!! You look great!!! Thanks so much for sharing the great photos!!!
Margaret Redd Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 5:47 AM
12. Thanks for letting us into your life! I enjoyed your slideshow. Ruby you are one in a million. I can't wait for you to come back on. Feb **
Ruby, I JUST LOVE YOU! Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 5:48 AM
13. Your positive attitude and your outlook on life inspires me to be a better happier person. Thank you for being YOU!!!!
Lawrie Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 7:53 PM
14. I am SOO excited you are coming back * I miss sharing in your journey. God be with you!
Nancy Thu, Dec 10, 2009, 8:49 PM
15. I just spent 30 minutes watching your slide show, and was surprised to see it consisted mostly people of a normal weight, a lot more guys, youngsters, and generally attractive. Is this a coincident or your new philosophy? In other words, are you spending most of your time with people who don't have weight issues?
Jay Fri, Dec 11, 2009, 6:36 AM
16. We have watched your story, I think your amazing! You have once again shown that nothing is impossible when you set your mind to do it *
Roy and Amy Fri, Dec 11, 2009, 6:37 AM
17. We love your slide show Ruby! Thanks for sharing more of your life with us! xoxo
Tina Wilkes Fri, Dec 11, 2009, 6:52 AM
18. thank u for all your blog that strenghen us. I wish u all the best, no matter what, don't give up what you are doing! You are our last hope
kristy Fri, Dec 11, 2009, 6:54 AM
19. When I started watching your show. Though I didn't know you, you became my main inspiration to work to get healthier! I felt as though we were doing it together. I am doing it Ruby! Hurry back on TV
RUBY HURRY BACK TO TV Fri, Dec 11, 2009, 6:56 AM
20. I have been watching * rooting for you! I sure wish you lived closer. You are such a positive person-The type of friend everyone could use in their life!!!! You are so positive and so full of love-I am so glad things are getting better for you for you truly deserve happiness * goodness! Hurry back to TV
Style when is Ruby coming back? Fri, Dec 11, 2009, 11:56 AM
21. Is the show still on? If so, how can i find out when in my area? The style Network website schedule is empty!
Tony Fri, Dec 11, 2009, 12:07 PM
22. I just watched you on netflix what an inspiration! You will be with me now. I love you and I love you're singing southern voice. I want to follow the next chapter of your adventure where can I find you! I love you!
Minnie Fri, Dec 11, 2009, 2:44 PM
23. Hey Ruby I look forward to your new hour long show this Feb watching you lose weight really helps me stay on my diet too
Wes Fri, Dec 11, 2009, 8:27 PM
24. I am hacky you are coming back! HA! HA! I can't believe we get you for an hour.
Ruby hurry back Sat, Dec 12, 2009, 2:50 AM
25. You truly are an inspiration. I especially loved the comment you made about getting murdered if you went to the park after dark. With the conductor's facial expression, I laughed until I almost cried. You should start your own tour business
Katie Sat, Dec 12, 2009, 2:53 AM
26. I enjoy your show. I think you are a beautiful person. I have no doubt that you will do very well on your journey. I only wish I had your spirit and drive to succeed
Ruby I am addicted to your show! Sat, Dec 12, 2009, 2:54 AM
27. I am addicted to your show!
Michael Sat, Dec 12, 2009, 2:57 AM
28. What you wrote for your father is so beautiful. You have a way of putting your feelings into words that touches other people, even strangers. Most everyone has experienced loss of someone close to them, and I don't think anyone could have said it better. Please know that you continue to be an inspiration to people whose lives you touch. Keep up the great work, and I look forward to watching you achieve your goals while I work toward my own! Thank you,
darlene Sat, Dec 12, 2009, 3:05 AM
29. I am very proud of you and you have inpspired me to get off my butt and get fit. Be blessed and keep loving God
Amy Sat, Dec 12, 2009, 9:34 AM
30. Ruby, thanks for sharing your story. I love your show and because of my own journey I know how hard it is. I went from 270 to 165 and now I'm back up to 195 and struggling to get those 30 pounds off. I refuse to go back to where I was. i can't wait to see you when you come visit us in Tampa. God bless you and give you the strength to achieve your goals. You can read my story at http://bigandelegant.com.
Polly Anna Sat, Dec 12, 2009, 1:57 PM
31. Ruby, you are such an inspiration! I had very recently decided that I HAVE to make a change. I had lost 30 pounds, but hit a plateau and hadn't lost any more in more than a year. Then, this fall, I started to gain again. Just as I was beginning to make a change, I had SEVERE abdominal pain and ended up in the hospital. I have severe diverticulitius that absyssed. I ended up having major surgery where the doctor removed about a foot of my colon. Now, I'm FORCED to learn a new way of eating and I HAVE to eat certain foods to not only keep my disease under control, but also because I have to have a colostomy bag. I am not even 40 yet, but because I have been overweight and unhealthy for so long, I have done severe damage to my body and I am paying for it in more ways than one. Your message of eating healthy and getting healthy is SO important......I love you and I can't wait to see the new episodes!
Tammy Sat, Dec 12, 2009, 6:10 PM
32. Ruby, You are such an inspiration to me. God has used you to inspire * help so many people! I have always struggled with my weight. I've been up * down but mostly UP the past 5 years after having my son * getting married. I am now almost 300lbs * have type 2 diabetes. It's time to change * battle this beast if I want to be the mother I need to be for my son * see my grandchildren. The last thing I want is to ever be a burden to him in the future. Thank you so much for sharing your life * journey with us. I can always watch your show or read one of your blogs and it brings so much possitive energy along with hope * light. I'm praying for you too. Can't wait for the new season. If you ever make it to the Tri-Cities area, Bristol VA/TN, Kingsport Tn, or Johnson City Tn * I am soooo there. LOL Thanks Again, Tammy
Rachel Sun, Dec 13, 2009, 1:08 PM
33. i love your TV show! You remind me so much of my sister that passed away 8 year ago. She had battled her weight for ever. After having the gastrol bypass surgery she passed away 3 weeks later. She, like you, had a verry kind heart. I have not been able to find your TV show in a long time. I was wondering when your schedual is. Thank you and may God bless you and yours!
Awesome Article Ruby Mon, Dec 14, 2009, 4:31 AM
34. Awesome article Ruby, I can't wait till the next Season. You are simpley amazing. ***
Keep writing to us Ruby Mon, Dec 14, 2009, 4:32 AM
35. Ruby, I enjoyed your slideshow and look forward to the new season. Thank you for EVERYTHING!
Maria Mon, Dec 14, 2009, 4:40 AM
36. so excited to see another season!!
Tiffany Mon, Dec 14, 2009, 4:41 AM
37. Ruby i love you and can relate with you!! Read your message i'm sending you in a minute!!
Judy Mon, Dec 14, 2009, 8:08 AM
38. Have watched all of your shows from the beginning and have enjoyed all of them. I am fairly active and eat healthy and you are a continued inspiration to me. Looking forward to the new season.
Rita Harris Tue, Dec 15, 2009, 12:08 AM
39. i miss watching you.......the new season needs to start asap!
Ruby come back Tue, Dec 15, 2009, 12:10 AM
40. when does your new season start coming on tv write me back and let me know i miss watching it! wish it would hurry and come back on so i can start watching you again and i am still doing my diet
Bree Tue, Dec 15, 2009, 7:41 AM
41. I love you! I love your show and I love how much you care about us to make this change. I want to meet you i am trying to get my mom to take me to you.
Catherine Tue, Dec 15, 2009, 7:57 AM
42. Ruby I went to the doctor yesterday and I've lost over 30 pounds. The doctor asked me what diet I was doing. I told her the Ruby inspiration. I watch you every single day for inspiration and look what you are doing for me!!! I LOVE YOU
Laura Wise Tue, Dec 15, 2009, 8:00 AM
43. Merry Christmas * Ruby! Thank you for giving your time to encourage * support others. It is so sweet of you to take the time to love others. You write us back, face book, myspace, twitter. THANK YOU! You are one in a million.
Allison Reid Tue, Dec 15, 2009, 1:03 PM
44. You are the sweetest person I have ever seen on TV. I wish I had a friend like you!! You are amazing
dlm Tue, Dec 15, 2009, 2:47 PM
45. love your show, but I need to know a little more about some of the things you do. Like I would like to buy a bike like yours. Where did you get it? Also, your food delivery service is it good and would you recommend it? Tell us more Ruby! thanks girl * *
Diane Wed, Dec 16, 2009, 8:17 AM
46. i will watch your show, cheer you on and lose weight along with you WE CAN DO IT!
Paula Wed, Dec 16, 2009, 8:23 AM
47. Wow, Ruby watching your videos and your show is fabulous!! I wish that you where my best friend. I am 55 years old (young) and I totally love you! I struggle alot to focus and stay balanced. watching you gives me peace and renewed hope. Peace and love to you always Thank you and your staff for this great show.
Mel Wed, Dec 16, 2009, 6:32 PM
48. I HAVE MISSED SEEING YOU ON TV, WHAT'S HAPPENING WITH YOU NOW? I FEEL LIKE YOU'RE PART OF MY FAMILY!
Sandi Wed, Dec 16, 2009, 6:34 PM
49. U ARE SO GORGEOUS RUBY!!! I JUST LOVE U TO PIECES!!!
Michelle Wed, Dec 16, 2009, 6:36 PM
50. Thanks for posting on twitter! What a honor to share your journey, you are so awesome!!