Ruby Reflects on Her Journey So Far

Sun., Sep. 6, 2009 5:30 PM PDT by Ruby Gettinger
Ruby Gettinger

Note: This week's episode featured the songs "Everything" by Rob Blackledge and "Gotta Figure This Out" by Erin McCarley.

Hi, y'all! Thanks for watching the season finale this week.

The weight loss camp was amazing, and the kids I met there were too. I loved their spirit! But it was a HUGE reminder to me that society does not accept us. These children have the most beautiful souls and so much love to give. People will never know what they are missing out on by refusing to look beyond someone's shell. I pray all of us can change this starting today, and the first person we need to fix is ourselves.

When I started out on this journey, I never imagined that all that has happened was even possible. God has blessed me every step of the way with all of y'all! I always believed there were more good people in this world than bad, and the support y'all have shown me confirms that.

Y'all have truly been on this journey with me. You saw me go cold turkey from junk food to Ourlife Fresh, and you witnessed how I went from hating it—so much that I felt like I was being punished—to loving it! You've watched me with my family and friends and at Women's Fat Night. (I love my girls!) Y'all have seen my ex-boyfriend Denny come back  into my life. You've seen me go up and down on the scales and have been there with me in my darkest hours, when I lost my hero, my Daddy, and also my rebel and baby, Lucy.

Everything I do for the first time, y'all do with me; everything I find out, good or bad, so do you. You watched the first time I ever saw a therapist and you saw me ultimately walk out on him. You watched me start off exercising in a chair and walking five minutes and saw me progress to boxing, dancing and more with my new trainers, Drew and Shazia. You watched me walk my first 5k. You watched the first time I played tennis, watched me swim across a pool, sit behind a steering wheel, go camping, fishing, ride a bike, kayak, ride a horse. OH! And let's not forget going to see the Christmas Doctor, Dr. Moses.

I need so badly to tell everyone of y'all who have supported, believed, prayed, emailed and rooted for me: Your messages in the Ruby community and on Facebook, MySpace and Twitter mean everything, and I could never have gone as far as I have without each and every one of you! You truly are on this journey with me, even those of you who are fighting a different beast. We come from all sizes, ages, nationalities, colors and backgrounds, and I am honored to call you my friends. I love you and pray for you daily!

For me, losing all this weight is unlocking a person who has always dreamed—and finally letting her live her dreams.

I have always been happy and lived my life, no matter how much I weighed, whether society accepted me or not. I have enjoyed my life and have laughed more than most and always believed in the impossible. I just could never figure out why my weight was so much bigger than me. I could never figure out how in the world it had such control over me. I always felt like I was in a cage. But my cage was decorated so pretty...for some reason I couldn't come out! The cage was always locked by the beast, and every time the beast would leave the door unlocked I would open it slowly and start to come out, only to have the beast come out of nowhere and push me back in. But now I am finding out I always had the key; so what does that mean?

Sometimes a 30-minute show isn't long enough to convey all that is happening with me, and I'm hoping to fill in some gaps by opening up my diary for y'all; it comes out this Tuesday! (But you can preorder it now.) There is a lot about me that y'all still don't know, and I want to share those parts of my life with you! I found I can get through some really tough times without turning to food. In my diary, I share with you a letter I wrote my dad after I lost him. I talk about my babies, Foxy and Lucy…and of course I never knew I would lose one so soon. My older brother Clyde got sick, but instead of turning to food for comfort, I turned to God, friends, family and, of course, my diary.

I've been desperately trying to recover the missing years of my childhood. I have finally recovered my first memory, and I describe it in my diary. The memory came at the oddest time! It really gave me hope that my walls could finally be breaking down. I also share a recurring nightmare I had throughout my childhood, and how I am looking into it.

I want you to know I will reach my goal and my God-given destiny—thanks, in part, to all of you! I believe in ME and YOU! Please fight with me and never give up and let's make our IMPOSSIBLE...POSSIBLE! I know we can!

P.S.: I made a special slideshow to look back at my journey so far and to pay tribute to those of you who I've met along the way.  Click here to watch!

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487 Comments

  • LOIS C. CASLO Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 5:47 PM

    1. Have you ever thought about marrying Jeff? He acts like he loves you and does so many things for you.

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  • Jeanette Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:08 PM

    2. Just wondering what the name of the song is at the end of the season finale's show.

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  • Diana Binkowski Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:08 PM

    3. I absolutely love the show and am in the progress of losing weight myself. I feel like I've been thru some of the same problems. I was never a large child, always the opposite. Not until I lost my best friend, my Mom, 3 years ago did I start to eat everything and gain weight. My husband and I took in his younger brother who was a disabled veteran. He got sick with cancer and died last Veterans Day. Then I had to put my dog to sleep on my 60th birthday. What a gift. I'm 5'2" and was up to 180 pounds. I''m now down to 166 at my last drs. appt. I still struggle every day because my husband of 41 years is also a disabled Vietnam vet. I struggle every day to be sure he's ok. We never had children but I took up quilting 10 years ago and donate baby quilts to hospitals, churchs, etc. Please keep up the good work and know you are loved and respected.

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  • Christine G. Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:14 PM

    4. 9/6/09I watched the show today, and it really burned me up. I wish that someone had told you that all scales are different **** If you want to spend time being depressed about your weight, just keep getting on everyone else's scale. Being overweight is bad enough, but why are you torturing yourself ?!?!?!?!?A couple of years ago, my doctor had a standard scale (the kind where you have to move the numbers over until you get your weight) * * * it matched my home scale perfectly because I reset the numbers on my scale to match hers. THEN *** she got a digital scale and when I weighed in there *** I had gained 11 pounds * I was depressed for a month. Now I get on her scale and have the nurse record it to my file, but she doesn't tell me the number. I go home and weigh myself, and feel confident with the number I am seeing.I've watched your show since the beginning, and all I can say is "YOU GO, GIRL" ***** Keep up the great work. You are in my prayers.

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  • Pamela Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:15 PM

    5. Ruby you are so beautiful inside And out. I am 63 yrs old and you have given be the desire to get up off of my bum and do something about my weight and my health. I had given up until I started watch you and your progress. Thank you, thank you thank you.I am sorry about our recent losses of your loved ones. I lost my mother, my 15 yrs old yorkie and my 17 yr old boxer all within 4 months. They where my best friends.God Bless You My Friend, Pam

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  • Cynthia Johns Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:20 PM

    6. I believe you will remember when your mind can handle the remembering and up until now your mind has been protecting you.

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  • Betty Gibbons Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:22 PM

    7. thank you ruby for being there. i'm 65 and having a hard time getting below 350. we run the race together and in Jesus name we will make it. lovey, betty

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  • diane selecky Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:23 PM

    8. RUBY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT LUCY I KNOW THE HEARTBREAK OF LOSING A PET I HAD TO GET TWO CATS AFTER LOSING MY LAST ONE. I LIVE ALONE AND TO COME HOME TO AN EMPTY HOUSE IT WAS TOO DEVASTATING I LOST MY HUSBAND 5 YEARS AGO TOO-THE CATS MAKE ME FEEL NEEDED AND THEY EASE MY STRESS WHEN I HOLD THEM. KEEP YOUR CHIN UP AND THE WEIGHT DOWN. SINCERELY, DIANE SELECKY MIDDLETON,MA

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  • Sandy Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:24 PM

    9. Congratulations on your accomplishments ** 369 pounds, wow :D) I am very proud of you and am very happy you are surrounded by terrific friends. I look forward to seeing your journey continue and share in your joys. May God continue to bless you.

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  • Tina Crotty Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:27 PM

    10. I just adore you Ruby, You go girl! My daughter has struggled with weight problems since she was very little. She's insulin resistant, has polycystic ovary syndrome and OCD. In kindergarten this one girl teased her so much she quit eating lunch. When I asked her why she brought her lunchbox home full all week and she told me why I was furious and heartbroken at the same time. The **** of it is that she isn't that heavy. We even changed school districts 2 times because of her getting teased. Now she's in her last yr of college for registerd nurse and on the dean's list. She's also a firefighter. She still has her roll but her muscles are incredible. If you'd meet her you'd fall in love with her. She has the best smile and an awesome beautiful personality. My Mom was heavy, my 2 sisters and my one step sister. My Mom brought us up to not see a person's weight or diability but to see their hearts. I saw your heart the first time I saw your show and it's beautifull!

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  • Joanne T. Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:28 PM

    11. Hi Ruby...You are an awesome person...just watching your show ,I feel like we have met. Please come back again..many of us need another season with Ruby and Friends. Best Wishes to you.

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  • Diane Rainwater Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:28 PM

    12. I wish the whole world could see the talk you gave the campers on tonights show a long with the dreams they shared. So everyone could see that overweight people are just people with things that they want to accomplish. Thank you!

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  • Sandy Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:28 PM

    13. Jeanette, the theme song is Johanna Stahley's "I Can" *

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  • Sandy Teal Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:28 PM

    14. Ruby * You are such an inspiration to us all. I have been praying for you. I want you to remember your blessings now in your life. You have such wonderful, truly supportive friends. You have a very strong character (priceless), an unbelieveable opportunity to serve and inspire others, and a natural spirit of leadership that makes others want to enjoy the blessing of being in your presence. You have already made such a DIFFERENCE in the lives of others. You are a blessing and an asset to this world. I pray that you will guard your heart and mind as you seek to find the things about yourself that are unknown to you now. Just know that you are a survivor * you may have been to the pit of you know where but you have risen from it. You are so much stronger than you think, my friend. Keep on keeping on * * * one foot in front of the other eventually gets you where you want to go. I, too, have been overweight all my life. I am trying to begin again because of you. You are precious!

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  • jackie Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:29 PM

    15. Hey Ruby. You are my inspiration. I am only 12 and suffering obesity. Please have a walk in Miami, florida. In homestead or princeton. I would love to meat you. That's one thing inmy dream list. Well, lot's of love, JackieP.SPlease leave a comment

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  • Kathy Munson Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:31 PM

    16. Hi RubyI love your show its so inspiring, I'm 4ft 7 and extra fluffy lol it is really hard to get the weight off and keep it off I've done all the diets and I lost but I've never been able to keep them off. I reckon they love me so much they dont want to leave me. I was praying for you and for you to remember and I had a thought have you considered talking to your school teacher, counselors, principles, anyone thats in the school you went to maybe they can remember something that could click for you. I will continue to pray for you and of course I cant miss your show its great, makes me laugh, cry, and mostly think. I agree with the other person who said you and Jeff should hook up he's great and he's got good eyes remember the eyes are the window to the soul and he has good eyes. May God bless you special

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  • Amanda Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:34 PM

    17. I just have to share that you are truly an inspiration. Showing those campers that it is all about self esteem, was just perfect! I work with children and always fear that my obesity isn't setting a good example for them. I have lost my weight twice but in drastic measures (no surgery) and promptly gained it back. I am currently on this journey with you and can't thank you enough for voicing those frustrations that we all feel. I still can't believe that the OBESITY doctor had chairs with arms on them! I know you are disappointed with this plateau but stay strong. You know what works and you definitely know what doesn't work. I have absolute faith in you and your support group. Jeff and Georgia are fantastic! You all are in my prayers (I know how it feels to lose a father and animal child). Blessings!

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  • Sharon Duckworth Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:36 PM

    18. Hi Ruby,I just want you to know how inspiring you have been to me. Iam 66 yrs. old and I watch you every Sun.You have touched more people than you will ever know. I have lost 67 lbs. and I understand what youare feeling. I have not always been overweight but I had a trumatic childhood too. Sometimes I wishI could "not remember" my childhood, maybe it would be better. But, I know that is not true. Don't worrySweetie, someday it will all come back all on its own. You are such a pretty little thing, I can't imaginethat Denny doing you that way. Men, what do they know? I want you to know, I feel like Iam your friendeven though I understand we will never meet. But I will be thinking about you and wishing you all goodthings. Keep your chin up and those pretty eyes on the goal.....Love ya

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  • Tina Crotty Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:39 PM

    19. That 100 characters isn't very long. I'm so sorry you lost your little Lucy. I recently lost one of my cats and it just tore me up. The day before I was going to have major surgery on my eye so I wouldn't go blind, I had to have her put down because she became totally blind. How ironic is that? She was my baby, my shadow, my friend and confidaunt. It was extremely hard. That was last Nov. and sometimes I still cry because I miss her so much. You have my deepest sympathy. Recently I've gained 30 lbs because of medications. I hate it. I can't fit into any of my clothes. I'm 53 and never had a weight problem till now. I'm getting a little taste of what it's like. I don't like it. I hate it. I pray for you and your success. Take care. Boy what awesome friends you have. I wish I had a bunch like them.

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  • Linda Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:42 PM

    20. Ruby is my HEROWow...what an inspiration to all of us losing weight and battling the BEAST. I love Ruby....All I want to do is lose 40 pounds and I can't lose more than 30. Watching Ruby lose 300 plus pounds makes me determined to lose all 40 pounds and to push on to be healthy. Love ya Ruby! This is your reason for being here is to help us all get healthy........I hope we can meet one day.

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  • Joanne Vandenabeele Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:43 PM

    21. I have just recently begun to watch your program. You are already an inspiration to me. I have had a weight problem all my life. In 6th grade I weighed 130 pounds. My top weight is 270 pounds. I have dieted most of my life and I have hated every minute of it. I am gathering inspiration from you and know that I will be able to overcome this. At 63 years old and being handicapped, I cannot let this get the best of me. I still have a lot of life to live and I want to do it being and looking the best I can. Keep going, Ruby. I know you can do it. Don't be discouraged by a few setbacks.

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  • Trish Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:43 PM

    22. Hi Ruby, You have such sweet soul * You are such a pretty lady.and don't ever let anyone tell you differant.I have 20 pounds to lose and not having much luck.I'm an so proud of all the weight you have lost.you are awsome.you have done the impossiable. If' you can lose hundreds of pounds surely I can loose 20. anyway you're surely an awsome lady.Keep on keeping on. If you ever come to Tennessee you have a friend .Im so sorry about your Dad I lost my mom 5 years ago on Sept 22 this year.And for lucy * Time is the only thing that will heal that pain too. Pets mean as much as people do in our lives and they are truely missed when there gone. Gone but NEVER FORGOTTEN. Bless you Ruby and my all your dreams come true.Keep fighting that beast and you will be the winner.

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  • wanda hatcher Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:52 PM

    23. why was your season so short? when will you be back? if you find adult boarding programs, please post that information. you are the best, Ruby. do not become weary in well-doing...in due season you will prosper if you faint not. i believe that because Jesus said it! wouldn't it be fun to have a program similar to the camp for all of us to meet?! take care until we see you again.

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  • Katharine Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 6:56 PM

    24. Thanks for including me in the slide show * you will never know what it meant to me. I love you very much and look forward to hearing from you soon. Lots and Lots of Love,Katharine xxoo

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  • Faye Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:10 PM

    25. I have truly enjoyed your show. You have been an inspiration to me. I started aon a weight loss journey. I a am being very successful. My doctor told me stop watching the scale just watch the inches. I am a diabetic. My A1c has gone down from 7.9 to 6.2 in a 4 weeks. I have joined a gym. I also have a personal trainer. I have been going to Aqua fitness for 4 weeks, 3times a week. So many people have told me how great I look. They can see the weight loss. Most of all I feel great. You have helped me so much. You are truly a beautiful person. I hope that your weight loss journey continues to be successful for you. My thought and prayers will continue to be with you. You have a great support system in your friends. My family and friends are very supportive. They continue to encourage me. I have them watching your show too. I hope you do another season. I can't wait. Keep going Ruby! I will too.

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  • J Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:12 PM

    26. Hi. I am going to miss all of you. I was shocked that your season is over all ready. I will be excited to see a healthier you next season and a healthier me. I will be continuing on with counseling as well. I need to take care of the mental aspect of my weight besides the fact I love food and have zero portion control. I don't want to gain the weight back again after I reach my goal. I hate even having a goal, but I feel like society makes me have a goal weight. When I don't want to exercise I just think Ruby is doing it. Thank for sharing your story. Sometimes I feel like I am alone in this journey.

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  • Laura Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:12 PM

    27. Ruby, I just watched the finale and I think you had an amazing impact on those kids! And when you talked about wanting to find a place like that for adults, it seemed like that was really close to your heart. Well I think that if you don't find one out there, you should start one yourself! You have so much to give people and a heart to help, I think it would be an amazing adventure for you! Keep it up, you are awesome!

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  • Merry Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:16 PM

    28. Hi Ruby,I love watching your story, you are truly inspriational. You have such a good heart. I was bummed when I read that tonight was the season finale, it seems so short. Tonight's show was the best of all. All of those kids sharing their dreams and talking about their feelings really took me back to my childhood. I agree with the other comments also about different scales being out of sync with one another. Stay strong. I know it seems you have hit a plateau, but keep up the good fight and the weight will continue to drop. I have faith in you. ** Thank you for your courage and sharing your story with all of us. I will pray for your continued success. Merry

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  • brenda Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:21 PM

    29. Ruby first I would like to say Please don't give up you have come so far and you have so many people rooting for your success. I watch your show faithfully and one reason is I had a friend that I just lost about 2 years ago that had gained up to 700 lbs. Her problem was depression from losing her father and then her husband. She adopted a little girl and was on a weight loss program but she gave up and got so big they had to cut her out of her house when she passed. You remind me of her so much. She was talented, very smart and such a joy to be around. I lost contact with the people that have her daughter but i still pray for her daily. I saw the show today and you were such an inspiration to those kids at camp. I was thinking it would be nice, because you are so creative, if you created a "DREAM BRacelet" that you can leave behind when you go to talk to others. That way they would always be reminded of why they are on a misssion to be healthy and stay that way. keep Going!

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  • angel Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:24 PM

    30. Thank you for u, lets do this together with god help we can, thanks so much.hope u take time out to read your mail because you have alot of people in the same way. and you help them to try a little harder. tell jet and the rest of our friends hello from angel.

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  • Lucinda Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:26 PM

    31. Your trip to camp was so inspirational. I do hope you find an adult weight loss camp and please share the info so I can go too!

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  • Gayle Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:28 PM

    32. Ruby, I just watched the finale, and I am proud of how much you are learning. I am on my own journey. I had weight loss surgery in January and have lost 100 pounds, but the issues that got me there are still a struggle. I still have lapses in my eating and I KNOW what I am doing, but the addiction part is so difficult to deal with. I pray for you on your journey as you look for those keys that will open up all those mystery doors. You are blessed with wonderful friends and resources... and I know you will do it. Your show has helped me in many ways to know that some of the issues are universal... I look forward to next season and your continued successes. PS... I live in Beaufort (across the bridge) and work at Memorial in Savannah... and I Love seeing Savannah on TV.... My sister and I would love to come to girls Fat night...what an awesome support!!! **

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  • Beth Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:28 PM

    33. Ruby, thanks for opening up your life and sharing your journey with the world. I have loved watching your show and I have shared along with you in my own weight loss journey. The camp episode today really meant a lot. I am an educator and know that when you can touch the heart of a child you can change their world forever. You touched a lot of young hearts and I hope you realize that you have a gift to inspire young people. Best wishes as you meet new dreams and discover more gifts inside yourself.

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  • Nancy and LaVerne Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:29 PM

    34. Ruby,We just finished watching the season finale! Now we're anxiously wondering when the new season begins again? Can you please tell us? We'd also like to say that we both have been struggling with weight issues, too...but you have been such a bright blessing for us. We continue to look forward to your show and our time with you (and your wonderful friends). Thank you so much for sharing your life with all of us. :)We love you!Nancy and LaVerne

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  • Kelly Savarese Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:31 PM

    35. Ruby, I just love you so much. You are truly such a beautiful person inside and out.. I just want to say to you what an inspiration you are to soo many people and, sweetie, I know the road is hard but you are such a winner. You have come so, so far and I know you will reach your goals and I know in my heart that you will reach your dreams and much, much more. God has alot of plans for you and alot of blessings because you are such a blessing to so many people that you can't help but be blessed. I want to tell you that you look great and just keep up the good work cause no matter how discouraged you get just know you have alot of people praying for you and believing in you. Your awesome, I love ya girl.

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  • Marsh Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:33 PM

    36. I wish you all the BEST, Ruby! Hang in there, you have come SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO far!! You are not alone in your struggle-one minute, one hour, one day at a time!

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  • Susan Stanley Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:42 PM

    37. Hi Ruby,Thanks so much for sharing your incredible journey with us! I've written before and follow you on Facebook but I've got to say again how much I'm rooting for you!!! I feel like I know you from watching your shows. I haven't watched the finale yet......I taped it and will watch it when the house is quiet, so I won't miss a word! ** I hope you'll decide to come back for another season. In the meantime I plan to buy your book--make that two--one for my mom, and one for me. We're both big fans of yours!Take care!Sue from NH

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  • ann Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:43 PM

    38. I love your show and want to thank you for sharing your journey.You are a beautiful person and I know that you are going to reach all of your goals and dreams.You are so fortunate to have such good friends as they are fortunate to have you.I am looking forward to receiving your book this week which I pre-ordered.God be with you!

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  • Kelly Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:53 PM

    39. I discovered Ruby this year and I just love your spirit! Thank so much for opening up and sharing your struggles. I have a weight loss beast that has been on my back all during my 30's and well into my 40's. I refuse to give the devil any ground and carry this extra 156 lbs into my 50's. I know you are determined Ruby and you give me strength to be just as determined, if not more. I will do this. Keep up the good work, keep us posted on your journey and thank you so much for sharing your journey. I salute and honor your greatness!Kelly

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  • MKP Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:56 PM

    40. Beautiful slide show from Ruby...a real tearjerker!I wish everyone success in whatever journey they're on. If only the world had more people as loving and kind as Ruby, right? Remember to smile at others, show compassion, have empathy, an open heart and a listening ear--life is difficult for each of us and we can and DO make a difference in the lives of others!-M.K. P

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  • Kristi Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 7:59 PM

    41. What an inspiration you are, Ruby! I can relate to so many of your milestones, your struggles, your wishlist. I started out my own weight loss journey nearly 5 years ago at 500 lbs. I've gotten down to right around 300 and feel like I've got a new lease on life! I do struggle with the fact that I seem to be "stuck" at my current weight, but have been encouraged watching your show and have started back on the workout routines and trying to eat healthy. Good luck to you as you continue with your own journey. THANK YOU for the inspiration you've become to so many.

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  • Audrey Scott Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 8:02 PM

    42. Ruby, I loved the show tonight. What a great inspiration you are to all of the campers (including Jeff and Georgia). You will get past this stage your in right now and you'll be even stronger. We love you and can't wait until the new season starts. P.S. Who sang during your show tonight? It was awesome. Love to all of you. Hope to see you soon.

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  • Michelle Day Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 8:05 PM

    43. Ruby, I am so proud of you and all that you have accomplished. I love what you gave those children at the camp. I have no doubt in my mind that you have touched many childrens lives. I really love to hear you say "Hi Y'ALL".

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  • Jena Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 8:16 PM

    44. Hi, Ruby Congratulations on losing the weight. You've come a long way. It is inspiring to watch your show and see you enjoying your life. Keep dreaming, I've realized dreaming helps you to remember to live life to the fullest, something we sometimes forget to do. God willing we will triumph. I have gained 35 lbs and since seeing you tackle it head on, makes me want to also. I have started walking on my families' motocross track, I feel good afterward. You have helped me see I can do this. Thank you Ruby! May God Bless you each and every day with continued success. I hope to see your next season, you are a Beautiful woman and have a great spirit for life. You make me smile, from one Georgia lady to another one, thank you. PS I love your show! I have been to Savannah twice and now would love to see it again. Savannah is a beautiful place. God Bless your wonderful friends and family.Jena

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  • Caron Harris Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 8:22 PM

    45. Hi Ruby, and thank you so much for your wonderful series. I looked forward to new episodes every week all summer, and I hope you will be back next season. I have come to care about you and all your friends, and I have so much respect and admiration for your consistent determination and spirit throughout the series. You have accomplished great things and I know you will accomplish many more. You have inspired so many of us.Please come back! We love you!

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  • Pamela Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 8:23 PM

    46. Hu Ruby! I love love love to watch you every Sunday night! I will miss all of you while we wait for your next season. So sorry about Lucy * oh my goodness, loosing a pet is the worst! Anyway, I'm 53, 5'9", and 350 pounds. Also, I am now homebound (20 months so far) due to devistating panic attacks and anxiety. Now depression has set in from gaining 180 in five years.... it's a real battle. Watching you gives me hope every week. But sitting home crying 24 hours a day because I am so depressed has taken it's toll. I would love to get an email from you if you could just say hello would really lift my spirits! And hey, if you are ever back in Chicago taping Oprah, I would love to have you over for dinner!You are a very very sensitive REAL sweat LADY! I'm so grateful for your show and I am so proud of you for keeping the faith * I will say a prayer for you that you unlock the your past! GOD Bless yOU Ruby!! Pamela * Chicago PS. I love the way you say "excited" a-sighted

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  • angela Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 8:31 PM

    47. ruby, your bubbly personality is truly contagious. you are such a southern belle and i love you and your show! keep up the good work! i will leave you with a quote that helped me lose my weight: "nothing tastes as good as being thin feels"XOXO!!!

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  • Tara Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 8:37 PM

    48. Ruby,You are such an inspiration. I, myself, am not an overweight person, but I find your heart and strive to be better such a help in my own problems in life. You are such a breath of fresh air to anyone struggling with anything. I give you my thanks and you have my prayers and well wishes with you .Thank you,Tara

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  • Amber Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 8:38 PM

    49. Hello Ruby.=]i Am a 12 Year old girl.That Always stayed inside and ate.You inspyered me To get Up And care more About my Self.Thank you So Much.Now i Go For a bike Ride(just like you).i Watched all Your Shows and i love you sooooo much <3i Am so sorry about you dog.i Lost my dog i Got For my Birthday.it's a heart braking thing.And my favorite thing on you show was when you rode the horse.At first i got scared but thenn i was SOOO happy for you.Thank you sooo much for all the things you helped me through.Love You #1 Fan ~Amber xoxoxox

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  • olive Sun, Sep 6, 2009, 8:39 PM

    50. I'm afraid I'm a little late to the party, having just started to watch the show recently, but I love that Ruby is making her journey public. I've been fighting with my weight for what seems all of my life, but it's recently gotten to the point where I was recently diagnosed with Type II Diabetes, and my doctor has warned me that if I stay on the track I'm on, I'll be in a wheelchair in five years. I'm not sure I'd go that far, but I have noticed that I don't have the energy, stamina, and strength I had but a short while ago. I need to shed pounds, and I need to do it in a healthy way, and I need to do it soon. I look forward to the support of the people on this site and hope I can offer support and words of encouragement of my own.

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