so I'm curious. I just registered today and am going to do the challenge because I looks amazingly wonderful and life affirming. but is too late to join up for the official contest. I noticed on the rules that it said that if you were starting on july 21 then you were do assignments 1-5 in one week. but since this is august 2nd...I'm just curious. again, I'm going to participate regardless.
thanks bunches
pam

WHOOPS! should have read the rest of the blog...got it! so, I'm still curious though...lessons 1-5 are listed. when I complete them does lesson 6 show up on the website?
thanks again!

Hey ya'll...glad to be aboard! This is my second attempt at BFL, but this time is FOR REAL!! My husband is on board this time and I think that will make a huge difference!

i just finished assignment #1...and I am still in shock. I have absolutely let myself go. As mentioned before I did BFL before, back in '03, and at week 9 was down to my "ideal" weight and size. Well, as always, I just stopped working the principles of the program, and here I am 22 pounds from where I was then. I know that if I had finished the full 12 weeks, I would have had even more success!

This time I am making this a lifestyle change and commitment. I cannot go into my 40's looking and feeling like this!!

So glad to be here! And thanks for the welcome!

Bill, my thoughts today are this: I Will Never Give Up!
Even when life throws obstacles at me that are just too much to deal with. Sometimes, I feel like throwing in the towel, but I don't do it!! I am commited to not giving in or giving up! I am commited to pushing through and caring enough about myself to keep going until I finish my challenge. I also know that if I can get through this difficult season in my life, I can help other people in difficult times as well. I can walk the talk as they say. And that's important. When I make mistakes or don't get my daily menu quite right, I change my behavior instead of mentally punishing myself. It's all about moving forward and continuing the journey to becoming a healthy person. And I am giving my burdens and cares to God everyday instead of carrying them around. I think that has made a big difference in me lately. I am having more peace in my soul and feeling more happiness, even though things are rough for me right now. I am learning to let go of all the negative stuff. It's a personal choice everyday to be happy and greatful for life. The words, " I Get To", ring loud and clear.

I am new to the site, and unfortunatly I found it AFTER the challenge deadline. That doesn't mean, however, I am NOT up for the challenge, it just means that I won't be in it for the money, it's just for me, and for my life (what more important reasons are there??). So, I hope it's okay that I'm here. I have, so far, met alot of great people on here, and am looking forward to improving myself, all the way around.

Hi! My name is Kristie and I am new to this site. I started my BFL transformation January 05. My main mission at this time is to work on the inside. I look forward to getting to know everyone and soak up all the positive energy here!!! As well, I hope to give some in return!

Have a great day!!!

Welcome all of you here on this page I can't keep up so many new transformers! Good luck to all!

Hi Everyone - I just signed on I believe last week. I'm excited to be apart of this group. It is easier for me when I have to report on what I'm doing. I also appreciate the support that comes from those that are trying to accomplish a lot of the same thing.

I'm looking forward to getting to know you all!

Welcome aboard Susan!
Please swing by often, and peruse the forums.
Nice to "meet" yoU!

Welcome to you all!! Hello Susan, it is great to see you again!! I am so glad that you found your way to this site, it is awesome!!

Best of luck to you all on your transformations!!

Hello everyone! I just joined the site yesterday and although I am too late to join in on the "official" challenge I would still like to participate. I look forward to being on this transformational journey with all of you!

Bonnie

Welcome Bonnie! You will fall in love with this site as I have. I too came on too late to be a part of the challenge, but I am still going to do it too. Best of luck to you!!

Thanks for the welcome, Susan! I wish you much success as well!

Greetings to one and all. It has been far too long that I have gone without registering here! Everyone seems so great and helpful to one another. I am looking forward to participating on the forum as often as possible.

I first discovered BFL back in 2001. Actually, I had seen the Body of Work video Bill put out way back in 1999, but didn't pay it much mind at the time. Anyway, the primary issue I have struggled with has been INNER transformation. For so long I have used being in the military as an excuse for being negative, disproportionately aggressive and just overall unpleasent to be around. Well, this was fine while I was on my own, but now as a happily married man (8 yrs) and father of 3, I am finally acknowledging that it is absolutely imperative to TRANSFORM!! I want the energy and enthusiasm for life that will inspire my family and make me an example for them. I know that although I have been healthy on the outside, my inner self has been decaying and ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! Sooner or later something will give in and I am not going to simply wait for that day to come when I least expect it. I have made the decision to make a change once and for all.

I had the great blessing of meeting Bill in Jacksonvile Florida at a Borders book signing several years ago. How great it was to finally meet him. My wife and I both wish that we were able to spend more than the few brief moments we got, but such is life. I am certain that opportunity will present itself in the near future.

Best wishes, and God bless.

Edward Powers

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I am going to bump up this thread since there are so many newbies joining us now!