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• Maria Fri, Nov 21, 2008, 4:51 PM

  1. Your passion for me amazes me. You make me feel special Ruby and i thank you for that. I will try for you and me

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• sarah Fri, Nov 21, 2008, 6:36 PM

  2. Ruby you are more then I ever could imagine a human being to be.

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• evergreen Fri, Nov 21, 2008, 6:40 PM

  3. Ruby thank you for the information. I will use it. I wish I could talk with you on the other line.

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• taylor Fri, Nov 21, 2008, 6:41 PM

  4. Last night was the hardest time for me. I lost the battle. Thanks for this it took me back

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• apple Fri, Nov 21, 2008, 6:43 PM

  5. WOW!

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• Shannon Fri, Nov 21, 2008, 7:17 PM

  6. Ruby you have touched my heart! I love your story, and am cheering you along on every step of your journey. I have never been in your shoes, but my heart breaks for you and then you lift me up with your strong and courageous words and thoughts. You are an amazing person!!!!!

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• riri Fri, Nov 21, 2008, 8:31 PM

  7. Ruby i caught your show hte other day and just wanted to tell you keep up the hard work! I know how hard hard it is but if i can do it anyone can remember its a life style change not a diet and as you know it doesnt come off just like that. Hope you are journalling i found this to really help with my triggers. i am rooting for you exercise is the key you will get there baby steps but know this there are alot of people in the same boat and whatever way we can help each other we should you have to have good support and it looks like you do i would love to share my story with you and give you any support i could eat less and move more the story of my life lol......please feel free to reply i would love it! god bless you and the show is inspirational!!!!!!!!!!

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• shae Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 12:16 AM

  8. Ruby your story is so inspiring to alot of people. I see alot of people in your shoes and watching your story every week inspired me to want to go up to someone and tell them how beautiful they are no matter what size they are. I dont know you but I love you. You are a wonderful person inside and out. I wish you the best of luck on your journey. Your friends and family are blessed to have a wonderful person like you in their lives. Good luck

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• stephanie Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 7:18 AM

  9. I just watched your show Wow, I am excited to see a show.

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• tami Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 7:20 AM

  10. I am excited to see your show. This is real. I will keep you in my prayers.

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• Nell Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 7:51 AM

  11. Oh, Ruby...you have become like part of my family with your southern heart and soul. I'm a hillbilly from West Virginia and grew up on the same foods you did...that good old southern cooking. Yes, we have an addiction, but unlike drugs or alcohol, it is not something we can just do without. We have to have food to live...just not the kind we love. So disheartening!! But change we must. You are soooo inspiring to me...I want to just give you a big old southern hug and say, "Bless your heart girlfriend, we're going to beat this "beast" for good." I fast and pray on Thursdays, and this coming Thursday, I will be praying for us...you, me, and all the rest that have to beat the "beast". I think that could be our battle cry... "BEAST THE BEAST!!!" Stay strong and keep the faith, Love you girllfriend, Nell

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• mary Cook Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 7:58 AM

  12. Thanks Ruby for giving me the courage to try and eat healthy again! Your positive attitude has given me the drive to try to get my weight under control. You are very special and I'm sure you are helping thousands of people get their lives back on track! Mary

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• Brock Smith Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 8:07 AM

  13. I just want you to know that you are beautiful. Keep up the hard work. I know you can do it!!!! **

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• Angela Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 8:20 AM

  14. Hi Ruby. I have been watching your show, I was 512 in Nov of 2003 and like you a had a boyfriend, the first one I have ever had and I guess the last one! In Nov of 03 I had gastric bypass surgery and lost over 200 lbs but then my father passed last year and I gained 40 lbs back. Now I am trying to lose it again because of you. In your video it hit me hard. I have through about suicide, I was diagnosed with self injury (cutting). I have a nephew also but he is 19 months, I just dont know if I can do it. I dont have any friends or support system. I wish I lived near you, I could see us as friends and hanging out together. I have a myspace page and its blueeyedgirlnsc *

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• Another GA Princess Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 8:31 AM

  15. I just been watching your show. I can not say in words how you are inspiring people. I have been making excuses for years and now I think I can motivate myself to do it. Thank you Thank you! Blessed be for GA girls like you!

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• Lisa Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 8:36 AM

  16. Hi Ruby, I live in Savannah GA and i have been watching your show. I admire you so much, i too am overweight for my size after having 2 children i feel i want to lose the weight. your show has now inspired me to go workout. i have always tried diet meds but i feel they are just ruining my stomach. you are a very beautiful women who has enough friends to support you. i feel i have no friends to support me but i am managing this on my own. my husband is in the army and he is such an athlete but when he is here he pushes me too hard into exercise, which bores me. recently i was diagnosed with high cholesterol and i am taking those pills, since being diagnosed and having my husband deployed, your show is now my inspiration to better my self.,thanx ruby

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• Kelli Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 8:54 AM

  17. Hi Ruby I have been watching your show and you are such an inspiration. It makes me sad when I see people make fun of someone because of their weight. I get it all the time and it is so hurtfull. My Husband passed away a little over 10 years ago and I have put on 150 lbs. I hate myself and I am terrified that my two daughters will grow up like me. I wish I could have your out look on life. Kelli

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• Lisa Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 10:49 AM

  18. Ruby. I think you're wonderful! I watched your show for the first time today and loved it. You are a beautiful, beautiful person. I have to tell you though, from an outsider's point of view, I think Denny is a beautiful person also and I believe in my heart that he is doing what he is doing because he loves you very much and wants to save your life. I wonder if he is afraid that if he marries you, you could die and that would break his heart. I think he wants you to be healthy so you can have a happy life together. I worry about my husband's weight all of the time because I want him to be with me as long as possible and that's because I love him so, so much. Anyway, just a thought. I hope life gives you both of you the best! You're wonderful people!!

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• Patty Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 11:06 AM

  19. Hi Ruby, I have a sister who reached almost 400 pounds. I never "saw" her weight. I only saw her pretty face, bubbly personally and love for life. One day I went to visit her and she was sitting on her livingroom floor. Only then did I "see" how big she had gotten. I felt terrible and helpless for her. She had hit bottom. Desperate to get a handle on her weight, she underwent gastric bypass surgery. It was drastic but she felt she could never lose and keep the weight off any other way. She lost more than 150 pounds and looks and feels great. She also went on to become a registered nurse * I pray for you Ruby.... that you will find the way and support to overcome this "demon" and have the beautiful life you were meant to have and deserve...You go girl *

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• Renee Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 5:22 PM

  20. I am about your size. I am 38 and feel like I am going to die if I don't do something. Obesity has kept me from doing so much. I want to really live. The road seems so long and impossible. I'm hoping your show will give me strength and a renewed faith in myself. You are a beautiful, strong & courageous woman. Keep up the good work. God Bless.

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• jessica Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 6:29 PM

  21. You are so right! I am listening

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• summer Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 6:30 PM

  22. keep your chin up

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• Shirley Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 7:38 PM

  23. Ruby, You are a great person and I can relate to your weight problems * I have been a caregiver for my mother-n-law for the past 5 years. And just in the last year I packed on the pounds!! I was never a little child but nothing like this you are a true "ANGEL" it's pelple like you that make life easier to get through * You are in my thoughts and prayers because you are a true blessing from god. Your whole outlook on life is great! you are true wonderful lady god bless you ** I'll be watching you on Sunday nite as your personality is a great blessing too, as for the old boyfriend "WAY 2 GO GIRL" you need someone to love you for you not your weight and to be able to except the whole package and not just the bow!!. Keep up the good work *** I'll keep you in prayers ** Lots of love * Shirley

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• frances Sat, Nov 22, 2008, 8:33 PM

  24. You are really a beautiful person inside and out and i'm so proud of you for being strong and for losing the weight you did so far. I believe that you will reach your goal. You have so many people that have fallen in love with your personality and strong spirit. I'm one of them and I hope that your show helps me to be just as strong. I too am struggling with my weight. I gained weight after having my 2 girls and cannot loose it, but today I saw your show for the first time and listened to your tape and I've been inspired to not quit. I will try to win this battle I've had since childhood. Tonight's show Denny trying to win your heart back and I thought you were such a Lady. You were kind and firm about not letting him hurt you again. Good for you. I thought of a close friend that I have who is probably only 100lbs less than you and has been blessed with a husband who loves her for who she is. There are many men out there who would love you just the way you are. Keep up the good work!!

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• zinc Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 2:09 AM

  25. Ruby you can lose this weight! We believe

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• Helen Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 4:05 AM

  26. Dear Ruby, First I would like to say, way to go! Your courage, committment and love are a joy to watch. I wish I had a friend just like you. I am not over weight, but have liver sirrosis and diebeties. I m restricted as to what I can eat. I know how it is to crave sweets and feel hungry all the time. I am always opening the fridge and looking for something to eat. I watch your story whenever I can, even if it is a repeat. I want to thank you for sharing and this website, it is going to help many! May God Bless you with the deepest desire of your heart. Helen

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• kathy w Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 5:08 AM

  27. I just want to say I enjoy your show and you! I admire you trying to lose weight the hard way but I just want to say if there is any surgery options available to you go for it. Take any help you can get. Once you lose the weight it is so much easier to walk and excersize. I love food, my heaviest was 210 and I felt horrible. Also if you fall off the wagon don't beat yourself up, just don't let it happen all the time. There ar some excellent vegetable soup recipes that are very low cal and make a great snack and healthy. I will look for it and post it later today.Or if you fall off the wagon *** try to burn off the calories do extra time on the treadmill or walk up and down the stairs. You can do it!!!!!!

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• Debra Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 7:29 AM

  28. I need my chocolate. I can never give that up but I am not dying yet. Ruby I am praying for you

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• Marlene Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 7:33 AM

  29. Ruby,you are a beautiful woman..People have made fun of me alot.Dont feel down.It does hurt but They're just rude people.I am dying to see your show

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• Addicted Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 8:14 AM

  30. I am so mesmerized by you, Ruby. Your passion, love and concern for the other man is truly remarkable. I would love to meet you and talk to you face to face. Maybe one day.

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• Margie Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 8:49 AM

  31. Hi Ruby, I want to first tell how much I love you, every time I watch your show, I can see into your soul. You are the real deal. You have encouraged me in so many ways, thanks to you I have made a commitment to myself for myself to lose this extra weight. I want to ride on a roller coaster with my kids and not feel like I need a can opener to get out of the seat, and do many other things with out huffing and puffing. I will pray for you and the journey that you are taking, I want you to live! You already have a great testimony. I will be with you every step of the way!!!! God bless you.

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• Lori Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 9:22 AM

  32. Ruby, you are truley inspirational! I need to lose 50 lbs and it is overwhelming. You strength gives me strength. You are truley one of the most beautiful persons I have ever seen.! Thank you.

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• Dawn Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 3:36 PM

  33. Hi Ruby, thank you so much for putting your life out there for the world to see. I am over 300lbs and at 43yo I am really feeling the toll on my body now. I am having trouble walking and seem to be in ever growing pain. The saddest part is I am a mom of 3 little ones and I want so much to enjoy life with them yet as you have shared * this beast keeps knocking me down. Some days it is all I can do to just get out of the bed after a brawl with the beast. This is not the life that supports our greatest means. The hole just seems so deep and dark and while I am continually climbing upward, there are days when it just feels like someone cut the rope! You have normalized (if that makes sense) what so many of us are dealing with and have given us a reason and a way to work together to come out of our internal hiding and shame. Thank you for giving us a voice and a reason to keep moving forward. Tonight as I watch your show I will think of everyone out there who walks this walk with us *

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• Christy Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 4:11 PM

  34. Love you girl. Thank you for your heart and your passion. I hope to meet you one day this side of heaven, but if not, I do want to say thank you for your inspiration and encouragement. I began my diet Nov 11 and have lost 7lbs so far and anticipate losing more...but I began this because of your story. I'm grateful. I thank the Lord for you. You're in my prayers and I'm cheering you on every step! Love and blessings, Christy

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• polly gooden Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 5:37 PM

  35. Dear Ruby, Keep up the good work. I too have been dieting and i know how hard it is. I live in Savannah too and it is hard.The food here is so wonderful. I hope to meet you one day. You are so sweet and beautiful. Your friends are lucky to have you.God Bless .Polly Gooden

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• beth Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 5:41 PM

  36. Ruby, I've been watching your show from the beginning and your show has been so touching. I am not in your shoes, but I've been struggling with eating and emotions for some time now. Pretty much ever since I moved to South Carolina. If you ever want to come to near by Hilton Head and walk on the beach get in touch with me. I'd love to meet someone so inspirational. Please continue your hard work for everyone. Take care and stay away from Vinnie Vangogos!

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• Shannon Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 5:43 PM

  37. Dear Ruby, My heart, my tears, my joy are with you everyday. As your going through this hard hard travel please remember my story. My mother was 47 years old when she died. The day she died I was 5 months pregnant with her first grandchild. She had yo-yo dieted so much she had killed her thyroid. The weight started to kill her with diabetes. Then the diabetes later killed her kidneys leading later into congested heart failure. When she died she was 4’ 11” 310 pounds. Right before she died she begged me to take better care of myself because I was heading down the same path. BUT when she died I sank into depression because I lost my best friend. After my baby I was 225 pounds at 27. I ended up in the hospital with dizziness. So I tried I really did. I lost 40 pounds and then gave up again sinking my pain into my career. Because working makes every thing go away. Well I am now 32 and pregnant again I wish desperately I could have lost weight first. My doctor says I have now put

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• Shannon Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 5:44 PM

  38. my life and my baby in danger. I say this with tears in my eyes; I don’t want to leave my children behind because I can’t imagine them feeling the same pain I did. It destroyed me. My husband is upset. He loves me for me but he feels that because I won’t try its hurting our child. This is the worst guilt I can feel. Maybe he is right. Watching you has helped me “think”. I am only 13 weeks pregnant I weigh 250 pounds. I am so scared Ruby. What have I done to myself and my children? I live in Madison GA. I almost moved to Savannah several times in college. You are such a wonderful and inspirational person I know we would have been great friends. After this baby I am on a 100% motivation to change my life and its thanks to you and most of all because of how REAL you are. I wish my mom could have seen you on TV because I know you would have inspired her like you have inspired me. I hope you read this.. By the way I love a man on a Harley too *** Thank you, Shan

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• Amy in Alabama Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 5:48 PM

  39. RUBY!!! You are an amazing woman with wonderful characteristics!!! I am so impressed by you and your strength, not counting your will power!!! I am joining you in the challenge, Im about 80 pounds overweight, and you've inspired me!!! I am so thankful for the network and YOU for coming forth and acknowledging overweight people around the world. I know its a long road, and a life change, but I suppose we would do many things for other 'less important' reasons, weight loss isnt for the "Denny's" in our life, ITS ABOUT US! I would love to be close enough to meet you! YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL, YOUR PERSONALITY OUTSHINES ANY BEACON!!! You will get there, remember every day is a struggle if not for being overweight, but for disabilities also! ONE DAY AT A TIME!!! So much love and prayers are coming from my way, YOU WILL DO IT!!!! BEST WISHES, and GOOD LUCK!!!! GOD BLESS YOU!!! Amy in Alabama

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• Michelle Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 5:48 PM

  40. Dear Ruby, Keep up the good work. Keep moving that does help. Little tip try cooking up some Turkey meat. With your meal. It helps the weight to. Also Subway If you get a wheat bun with turky meat on it it helps. Also wheat bread, wheat buns ,turkey hot dogs. Dont really taste a big difference. Subway get a wheat bun and vegetables on the bun that is also good. I hope this helps. Keep moving. You go girl. Michelle

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• Michelle Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 6:21 PM

  41. I just think you are the greatest. I am a single 37 year old who is 324 pounds. I have tried so many times to lose weight but it never seems to work. I think you are so brave and would love to have the will power that you have right now. I have now been refused twice to have bypass surgery. It is so very disappointing to continue to fail no matter what you try. I wish you all the luck with your journey and will be watching you and praying for you every step of the way.

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• Betsy Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 6:45 PM

  42. Ruby, thank you for being MY inspiration. I may be considered "skinny" * but you are teaching me what true beauty is. Your outlook on life and the world around you has made me look inside myself and realize what really matters are good friends, family, being healthy and laughter...not being a size 2. I have NO DOUBT you are going to succeed in your quest...and I'm going to support you through your entire journey and beyhond. YOU GO GIRL!

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• cathy Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 6:46 PM

  43. hey ruby,i love your show.im a momwith 3 kids -i sruggle everyday,i see in you what i once had .sparkle ,spunke and zest for life .i dont get out to much -dont want to embrass the kids or myself.i have been a caretaker to mygrandmother,my mother,my 3 children(11,10,7)and now my father * so as the pounds packed on i didnt really see it ,now i have no choice but to loose the weight ,i have searched for obesesity specialists but cant find one-opted for surgery but cant get it covered.i pray everyday the lord will help in some way.your show has shown me that i am important ,and i cant wait foreveyone to help,im going to have to do this for me and on my own but with the support of family.you are truly lovely and so smart .you inspire and make me feel like its reachable.i cant wait ti see your next show. blessings cathy

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• honey Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 7:03 PM

  44. Ruby, I think you are wonderful because you are real. You are loving and compassionate, sassy and brave. I know that you are going to be successful because there are about a gazillion of us out here cheering you on and praying for you. This is hard and it's okay to get discouraged...or even angry...just don't give up! You are beautiful and you have a beautiful spirit that lights up the world. You have more friends than you will ever know. Thank you for letting us into your life. Lots of love, Honey

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• Jane Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 7:14 PM

  45. I love your show! You are so beautiful in some many different ways. You are my inspiration. Thanks Jane

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• christine c Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 7:19 PM

  46. Ruby you are a very beautiful girl. You have given me the inspiration to do what I need to do to take of my own problem * It will be hard for me because, I have a 6yr old she has ADHD and an 19yr old that is in college fulltime and she works fulltime, also my 19yr old has a daughter. My beautiful grand child she is 10 mons. I also take care of two older parents because they are sick. I have a husband to.So it will be very hard for me. Love lots.

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• Ruby Villalobos Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 7:24 PM

  47. Hi Ruby you are so beautiful just the way you are but I am so proud of you I watch your show and it hits home in my life I to am trying to loose weight right now and want to give up all the time thank you my name too is Ruby keep up the good work

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• Adrianne Proper Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 8:18 PM

  48. Dear Ruby I wish you all the best in this world .I had a best friend and sister in law who got up to 735. She endewd up with a trach in her throat then in the hospital in Boston where she lost 400 lbs. Old story she met a man. Ended up marrying him she gained back a ton of weight he got the bypass surgery did well. The Drs. told her if she didn't do something she would die within the year she also opted for the surgery, except hers went wrong she had a seizure and a stroke. Lost function on left side went to rehab, and while she was there her wonderful husband went to see her one day and told her he wants a divorce she is not the same women she was, after she did this for him instead of her self. She was a whole 35 years old with a young teenage son. I am glad you are doing this for you and no one else because we have to love ourselves or it all means nothing. You have a great support group and again i wish you all the best One day at a time. Sincerely Adrianne

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• Heidi Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 9:21 PM

  49. I just wanted to say thank you for being so brave and allowing us a glimpse into your life. I, too, struggle with weight and have my entire adult life. I finally decided to take my life back a little over 6 months ago and it has definitly been a battle with the Beast! For as funny as it sounds, I admire most the fact that you can have your picture taken and be in front of a camera. Wanting to have a picture taken that I don't just see the fat and can be proud of is one of my goals. Please know you are an inspiration and I will continue to pray for both of us and the battle with the Beast! God bless you!

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• Shonta Sun, Nov 23, 2008, 9:55 PM

  50. Hi Ruby. I just want to say you are a beautiful person overweight or not. You have been such an inspiration to me, if you can get on tv and show your strength then anyone can. This is such a positive to people like me who feel alone in this weight lose battle. I am 27 and a single mother of twin boys, I always say i'm going to workout but I never do. Watching how courageous you are and seeing your willpower is making me get up and exercise not only for my boys, but for myself. I wish you the best of luck and who knows maybe we both can get in our skinny jeans * thats a size 18 for us big girls). Never forget you Deserve to be happy.

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