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My "me" philosophy

Amberle3 · 2004-01-26T10:01:12+00:00

I'm being inspired by the new Curves commercials, that feature women confessing about how they're being selfish and taking time out for themselves etc. So this is my version! It has long been established that we currently live in a fast-food society. Not only has this affected the quality (and quantity!) of the food we eat, but also how we've come to expect everything NOW. It's no longer good enough to wait a whole day for that slice of fresh bread when you can bake a whole loaf in 2 hours. Heck even 2 hours seems long now! Well I'm sick and tired of being rushed. I *deserve* to have time spent on me. And in this fast-food society, if I have a choice (and I do!) then instead of being a hamburger well dammit I'm going to be filet mignon. Sure it's more work, and it takes longer, but it's worth it! I *could* lose weight the quick and easy way, but that's all I'd be doing - losing weight. I wouldn't be getting healthy, or fit. I wouldn't be learning a new way of eating and living to maintain that weight loss. I'd just be going for the hamburger of life. I'm not a McPerson. Instead I'm chosing to take the time to do it right, to learn what's contributed to my weight gain and how to make sure it doesn't happen again. I'm chosing the filet mignon. Because I deserve it. Amberle3 (a little longer than the 15-second commercials though!) -- Amberle3 249/220/215-minigoal/150? Renewed my commitment to me 3/30/03 - New Year, New You Weight Loss Challenge: http://www.angelfire.com/me4/travelgirl/nyny.htm - Take Heart, Take Part Exercise Challenge: http://www.angelfire.com/me4/travelgirl/thtp.htm - Resolutions are for Losers Weight Loss Challenge: http://www.angelfire.com/me4/travelgirl/rafl.htm

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Amberle3
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26 January 2004, 10:01 UTC #1

I'm being inspired by the new Curves commercials, that feature women confessing about how they're
being selfish and taking time out for themselves etc. So this is my version!
It has long been established that we currently live in a fast-food society. Not only has this
affected the quality (and quantity!) of the food we eat, but also how we've come to expect
everything NOW. It's no longer good enough to wait a whole day for that slice of fresh bread when
you can bake a whole loaf in 2 hours. Heck even 2 hours seems long now!
Well I'm sick and tired of being rushed. I *deserve* to have time spent on me. And in this fast-food
society, if I have a choice (and I do!) then instead of being a hamburger well dammit I'm going to
be filet mignon. Sure it's more work, and it takes longer, but it's worth it!
I *could* lose weight the quick and easy way, but that's all I'd be doing - losing weight. I
wouldn't be getting healthy, or fit. I wouldn't be learning a new way of eating and living to
maintain that weight loss. I'd just be going for the hamburger of life. I'm not a McPerson. Instead
I'm chosing to take the time to do it right, to learn what's contributed to my weight gain and how
to make sure it doesn't happen again. I'm chosing the filet mignon. Because I deserve it.
Amberle3 (a little longer than the 15-second commercials though!)
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Amberle3
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Renewed my commitment to me 3/30/03
- New Year, New You Weight Loss Challenge:
angelfire.comnyny.htm
- Take Heart, Take Part Exercise Challenge:
angelfire.comthtp.htm
- Resolutions are for Losers Weight Loss Challenge:
angelfire.comrafl.htm

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Brenda Hammond
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26 January 2004, 10:03 UTC #2

Great philosophy Amberle. We all need to live by this. Thanks for posting it.
Brenda
"Amberle3" <[email hidden]> wrote in message "]news:[email hidden]...
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I'm being inspired by the new Curves commercials, that feature women confessing about how they're
being selfish and taking time out for themselves etc. So this is my version!
It has long been established that we currently live in a fast-food society. Not only has this
affected the quality (and quantity!) of the food we eat, but also how we've come to expect
everything NOW. It's no longer good enough to wait a whole day for that slice of fresh bread when
you can bake a whole loaf in 2 hours. Heck even 2 hours seems long now!
Well I'm sick and tired of being rushed. I *deserve* to have time spent on me. And in this fast-
food society, if I have a choice (and I do!) then instead of being a hamburger well dammit I'm
going to be filet mignon. Sure it's more work, and it takes longer, but it's worth it!
I *could* lose weight the quick and easy way, but that's all I'd be doing - losing weight. I
wouldn't be getting healthy, or fit. I wouldn't be learning a new way of eating and living to
maintain that weight loss. I'd just be going for the hamburger of life. I'm not a McPerson.
Instead I'm chosing to take the time to do it right, to learn what's contributed to my weight gain
and how to make sure it doesn't happen again. I'm chosing the filet mignon. Because I deserve it.
Amberle3 (a little longer than the 15-second commercials though!)
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Amberle3
249/220/215-minigoal/150? Renewed my commitment to me 3/30/03
- New Year, New You Weight Loss Challenge: angelfire.comnyny.htm
- Take Heart, Take Part Exercise Challenge: angelfire.comthtp.htm
- Resolutions are for Losers Weight Loss Challenge:
angelfire.comrafl.htm

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Nathalie W
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26 January 2004, 10:03 UTC #3

What a great way of putting it, Amberle! I 'm with you there, but being a vegetarian I ' d rather
not choose for the filet mignon ;-) Let 's say I go for the home-made bread... Indeed I 'd rather
have quality than speed in this whole process.
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134.1/104.2/minigoal 99.9 Goal 68 Kg
134.1/104.3/minigoal 220.3/Goal 150 pounds RAFL 105.3/104.3/96 Kg
134/1.105/212 lbs "Amberle3" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Quoted message said:
I'm being inspired by the new Curves commercials, that feature women confessing about how they're
being selfish and taking time out for themselves etc. So this is my version!
It has long been established that we currently live in a fast-food society. Not only has this
affected the quality (and quantity!) of the food we eat, but also how we've come to expect
everything NOW. It's no longer good enough to wait a whole day for that slice of fresh bread when
you can bake a whole loaf in 2 hours. Heck even 2 hours seems long now!
Well I'm sick and tired of being rushed. I *deserve* to have time spent on me. And in this fast-
food society, if I have a choice (and I do!) then instead of being a hamburger well dammit I'm
going to be filet mignon. Sure it's more work, and it takes longer, but it's worth it!
I *could* lose weight the quick and easy way, but that's all I'd be doing - losing weight. I
wouldn't be getting healthy, or fit. I wouldn't be learning a new way of eating and living to
maintain that weight loss. I'd just be going for the hamburger of life. I'm not a McPerson.
Instead I'm chosing to take the time to do it right, to learn what's contributed to my weight gain
and how to make sure it doesn't happen again. I'm chosing the filet mignon. Because I deserve it.
Amberle3 (a little longer than the 15-second commercials though!)
--
Amberle3
249/220/215-minigoal/150? Renewed my commitment to me 3/30/03
- New Year, New You Weight Loss Challenge: angelfire.comnyny.htm
- Take Heart, Take Part Exercise Challenge: angelfire.comthtp.htm
- Resolutions are for Losers Weight Loss Challenge:
angelfire.comrafl.htm

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Miss Violette
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26 January 2004, 10:03 UTC #4

excellent post, Lee
Amberle3 <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Quoted message said:
I'm being inspired by the new Curves commercials, that feature women confessing about how they're
being selfish and taking time out for themselves etc. So this is my version!
It has long been established that we currently live in a fast-food society. Not only has this
affected the quality (and quantity!) of the food we eat, but also how we've come to expect
everything NOW. It's no longer good enough to wait a whole day for that slice of fresh bread when
you can bake a whole loaf in 2 hours. Heck even 2 hours seems long now!
Well I'm sick and tired of being rushed. I *deserve* to have time spent on me. And in this fast-
food society, if I have a choice (and I do!) then instead of being a hamburger well dammit I'm
going to be filet mignon. Sure it's more work, and it takes longer, but it's worth it!
I *could* lose weight the quick and easy way, but that's all I'd be doing - losing weight. I
wouldn't be getting healthy, or fit. I wouldn't be learning a new way of eating and living to
maintain that weight loss. I'd just be going for the hamburger of life. I'm not a McPerson.
Instead I'm chosing to take the time to do it right, to learn what's contributed to my weight gain
and how to make sure it doesn't happen again. I'm chosing the filet mignon. Because I deserve it.
Amberle3 (a little longer than the 15-second commercials though!)
--
Amberle3
249/220/215-minigoal/150? Renewed my commitment to me 3/30/03
- New Year, New You Weight Loss Challenge: angelfire.comnyny.htm
- Take Heart, Take Part Exercise Challenge: angelfire.comthtp.htm
- Resolutions are for Losers Weight Loss Challenge:
angelfire.comrafl.htm

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Connie Walsh
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26 January 2004, 10:03 UTC #5

WTG Amberle!
Amberle3 said:
I'm being inspired by the new Curves commercials, that feature women confessing about how they're
being selfish and taking time out for themselves etc. So this is my version!
It has long been established that we currently live in a fast-food society. Not only has this
affected the quality (and quantity!) of the food we eat, but also how we've come to expect
everything NOW. It's no longer good enough to wait a whole day for that slice of fresh bread when
you can bake a whole loaf in 2 hours. Heck even 2 hours seems long now!
Well I'm sick and tired of being rushed. I *deserve* to have time spent on me. And in this fast-
food society, if I have a choice (and I do!) then instead of being a hamburger well dammit I'm
going to be filet mignon. Sure it's more work, and it takes longer, but it's worth it!
I *could* lose weight the quick and easy way, but that's all I'd be doing - losing weight. I
wouldn't be getting healthy, or fit. I wouldn't be learning a new way of eating and living to
maintain that weight loss. I'd just be going for the hamburger of life. I'm not a McPerson.
Instead I'm chosing to take the time to do it right, to learn what's contributed to my weight gain
and how to make sure it doesn't happen again. I'm chosing the filet mignon. Because I deserve it.
Amberle3 (a little longer than the 15-second commercials though!)
--
Amberle3
249/220/215-minigoal/150? Renewed my commitment to me 3/30/03
- New Year, New You Weight Loss Challenge: angelfire.comnyny.htm
- Take Heart, Take Part Exercise Challenge: angelfire.comthtp.htm
- Resolutions are for Losers Weight Loss Challenge:
angelfire.comrafl.htm
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Cheers,
Connie Walsh
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Elaine Kirkham
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26 January 2004, 10:03 UTC #6

I think more people should use the "me" philosophy! Only by taking care of yourself, can you do
anything for anyone else. AND if you don't put yourself first, someone else might just have to end
up caring for you! Give yourself time including quiet time as this is necessary to heal the spirit
during rough times. Elaine K
Amberle3 said:
I'm being inspired by the new Curves commercials, that feature women confessing about how they're
being selfish and taking time out for themselves etc. So this is my version!
It has long been established that we currently live in a fast-food society. Not only has this
affected the quality (and quantity!) of the food we eat, but also how we've come to expect
everything NOW. It's no longer good enough to wait a whole day for that slice of fresh bread when
you can bake a whole loaf in 2 hours. Heck even 2 hours seems long now!
Well I'm sick and tired of being rushed. I *deserve* to have time spent on me. And in this fast-
food society, if I have a choice (and I do!) then instead of being a hamburger well dammit I'm
going to be filet mignon. Sure it's more work, and it takes longer, but it's worth it!
I *could* lose weight the quick and easy way, but that's all I'd be doing - losing weight. I
wouldn't be getting healthy, or fit. I wouldn't be learning a new way of eating and living to
maintain that weight loss. I'd just be going for the hamburger of life. I'm not a McPerson. Instead
I'm chosing to take the time to do it right, to learn what's contributed to my weight gain and how
to make sure it doesn't happen again. I'm chosing the filet mignon. Because I deserve it.
Amberle3 (a little longer than the 15-second commercials though!)
--
Amberle3
249/220/215-minigoal/150? Renewed my commitment to me 3/30/03
- New Year, New You Weight Loss Challenge: angelfire.comnyny.htm
- Take Heart, Take Part Exercise Challenge: angelfire.comthtp.htm
- Resolutions are for Losers Weight Loss Challenge:
angelfire.comrafl.htm

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Carol In Nc
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26 January 2004, 10:03 UTC #7

Wonderful post, Amberle. I totally agree.
Carol
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"Amberle3" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Quoted message said:
I'm being inspired by the new Curves commercials, that feature women
confessing about how they're being selfish and taking time out for
themselves etc. So this is my version!
It has long been established that we currently live in a fast-food
society. Not only has this affected the quality (and quantity!) of the
food we eat, but also how we've come to expect everything NOW. It's no
longer good enough to wait a whole day for that slice of fresh bread
when you can bake a whole loaf in 2 hours. Heck even 2 hours seems long
now!
Well I'm sick and tired of being rushed. I *deserve* to have time spent
on me. And in this fast-food society, if I have a choice (and I do!)
then instead of being a hamburger well dammit I'm going to be filet
mignon. Sure it's more work, and it takes longer, but it's worth it!
I *could* lose weight the quick and easy way, but that's all I'd be
doing - losing weight. I wouldn't be getting healthy, or fit. I
wouldn't be learning a new way of eating and living to maintain that
weight loss. I'd just be going for the hamburger of life. I'm not a
McPerson. Instead I'm chosing to take the time to do it right, to learn
what's contributed to my weight gain and how to make sure it doesn't
happen again. I'm chosing the filet mignon. Because I deserve it.
Amberle3
(a little longer than the 15-second commercials though!)
--
Amberle3
249/220/215-minigoal/150?
Renewed my commitment to me 3/30/03
- New Year, New You Weight Loss Challenge:
angelfire.comnyny.htm
- Take Heart, Take Part Exercise Challenge:
angelfire.comthtp.htm
- Resolutions are for Losers Weight Loss Challenge:
angelfire.comrafl.htm

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Kate Dicey
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26 January 2004, 10:06 UTC #8

Nathalie W said:

What a great way of putting it, Amberle! I 'm with you there, but being a vegetarian I ' d rather
not choose for the filet mignon ;-) Let 's say I go for the home-made bread... Indeed I 'd rather
have quality than speed in this whole process.
Too right! With hamburger life, you get 'never mind the quality, feel the width!' With real life you
get less width, more quality, and look at the increased yardage!
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