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Old 05-22-2008, 04:27 PM   #91
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OMG You guys!

I decided I'm anal, and I decided to put together a spreadsheet (even though I wasn't going to), and you are SO not going to believe this...

There are 41 of us!!!



This is a huge group, but that's tremendous! That's just more teams of us working together to get to goal this New Year's Eve!


I have read each and every post by you and appreciate the kind words, your warmth and your goals and desires for these next 6 (or so) months. I am so excited to take this journey with you!

So, keep on signing up!

I am going to get everyone access to the spreadsheet. What this will do is to allow YOU to input your information weekly, fill in when you're on vacation, you name it.

To gain access to the spreadsheet


To use the Spreadsheet:
Click only on your line. Double click to insert a number. The file automatically saves.

Please don't remove yourself. If you want to leave the challenge let me know in advance, and I can remove you. There is also a chat feature at google at the spreadsheet.

You may need to sign up for google if you aren't already in order to edit your numbers.

If you need help, ask! I don't mind helping.
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Old 05-22-2008, 04:45 PM   #92
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cleochatra 86 to lose/ 0 lost/ 86 pounds to go!
gungadinn 64 to lose/ 0 lost/ 64 pounds to go!
dointhis4me 22 /0 lost /22 pounds to go!
clumsyangie 26 to lose/ 0 lost/ 26 pounds to go!
hadenuff 65 to lose/ 0 lost/ 65 pounds to go!
Livywilltim-mom 66 to lose/0 lost/66 pounds to go!
SHinOK 60 to lose/ 0 lost/ 60 pounds to go!
Leannemomof2girls 80 to lose/ 0 lost/ 80 pounds to go!
travelgirl77 70 to lose/ 0 lost/ 70 pounds to go!
ummrashid 60 to lose/ 0 lost/ 60 pounds to go!
mama2boys 50 to lose/ 0 lost/50 pounds to go!
tresa 50 to lose/ 0 lost/ 50 pounds to go!
LoraJR72 10 to lose/ 0 lost/ 10 pounds to go!
gr8chic 50 to lose/ 0 lost/ 50 pounds to go!
seb 36 to lose/ 0 lost/ 36 pounds to go!
eske 40 to lose/ 0 lost/ 40 pounds to go!
mac24312 15 to lose /0 lost/15 pounds to go!
FiberGal 50 to lose/ 0 lost/ 50 pounds to go!
Jennifer 50 to lose /0 lost/ 50 pounds to go!
beautifulme 73 to lose/ 0 lost/ 73 pounds to go!
jadelily11 100 to lose/ 0 lost/ 100 pounds to go!
xbeyondthebeautyx 97 to lose/ 0 lost/ 97 pounds to go!
MzMelissa 80 to lose/ 0 lost/ 80 pounds to go!
fancyface 75 to lose/ 0 lost/ 75 pounds to go!
2tancha 60 to lose/ 0 lost/ 60 pounds to go!
amiga74 15 to lose/ 0 lost/ 15 pounds to go!
hippiegirl 115 to lose/0 lost/ 115 pounds to go!
meeha 30 to lose/0 lost/ 30 pounds to go!
Arynn 40 to lose /0 lost / 40 pounds to go!
skeopple 84 to lose/ 0 lost/ 84 pounds to go!
Sybilizedliving 40 to lose /0 lost/ 40 pounds to go!
pennylovesdarren 60 to lose/0 lost / 60 pounds to go!
tinatina 50 to lose/ 0 lost/ 50 pounds to go!
jjcanada 10 to lose/0 lost / 10 pounds to go!
pickles1010 30 to lose /0 lost / 30 pounds to go!
chixrule 80 to lose/ 0 lost / 80 pounds to go!
princelina 40 to lose/0 lost / 40 pounds to go!
Therese - to lose/ 0 lost/ - pounds to go!
Doing this Again 75 to lose/0 lost / 75 pounds to go!
NewYorkGiants32 50 to lose /0 lost / 50 pounds to go!

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Old 05-22-2008, 05:23 PM   #93
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just one question.......the number we insert is our weigh in number every monday starting June 2and?? Just want to make sure I understand.....computers confuse me.
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Old 05-22-2008, 05:27 PM   #94
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You can if you'd like to, or just tell me you'd like me to do it and I gladly will.

Some people like to play with spreadsheets and adding numbers is empowering. Others would rather not, and that's ok too!

Let me know what you prefer and I can help you out!
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:00 PM   #95
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Ohmygosh Cleo! The spreadsheet is so cool! I'm going to have to hang in here just to post my #'s! LOL This is gonna be a riot! I love it! Don't let me quit! (sometimes I do that)
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:08 PM   #96
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:11 PM   #97
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(sometimes I do that)
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:22 PM   #98
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I hope you guys hang in! I have already assigned you to teams!

You can't let your team mates down!

Hey jenna! You bet! come on in. I'm adding you now.
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:23 PM   #99
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jenna-- did you already add yourself? That was trippy!!

LOL!!
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:26 PM   #100
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Hi everyone

Ok, who can come to this challenge and not join? Cleo, you're wonderful for doing this. Please count me in!!!
Intro, my name is Sharita but some call me Shari. I was very successful with doing Atkins back in '04 in which I lost 50lbs to reach 184. I've maintained somewhat..falling between +/- 10lbs I need something for accountability which I know this challenge will do. My goal is to lose 46lbs. It's so great to have this kind of support.

46/0/46
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:27 PM   #101
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how many teams and how many in each group? (or am I rushing things?)
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:27 PM   #102
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So far, I have 6 teams of 7 members each. As new folks join, I'll just keep adding to the teams.

The winning team has the greatest weight loss by the end of December and gets the dubious distinction of working their coolness. And maybe I'll make cool avatars for winners.
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:28 PM   #103
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Hey shari! You're being added now. Nice to have you.

NYG22-- There are currently 6 teams with 7 members each. I am going to keep adding to teams. If we get a huge number of folks, I might break down teams further. I'd like no more than 8 per team.
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:35 PM   #104
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Oh! I'm also trying for equity of weight, so that some teams don't have just lightweights and some heavyweights. I'm going to make this as fair as possible.

There will be teams, and you will come up with a team name, avatar (if it suits you) and keep track of each other. There will be bonus points at the end of the team who has hung in the best!

Here is an example of an avatar an old team of mine used.

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Old 05-22-2008, 06:44 PM   #105
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jenna-- did you already add yourself? That was trippy!!

LOL!!
Didn't think you'ld turn me away. LOL...
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:49 PM   #106
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I LOVE that avatar. Very cute!
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:49 PM   #108
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OK I have to admit that I STINK at challenges, I don't know why. I've not always been good at responding to everyone and then I feel guilty about it. But I want to join this one. Cleo your description of New Years nabbed me....
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:50 PM   #109
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I can help make you guys avatars, too! I love doing that stuff.
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:51 PM   #110
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Anna V-- This challenge you keep up with your team only! (Of no more than 8 people)

Suddenly, there goes the stress out the window. So, Miss Sweet Raisin Danish ambush... how much would you like to lose by December 31?
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I can help make you guys avatars, too! I love doing that stuff.
I would love to learn how to make an advatar. I just finished working on my myspace page (as if I do not have anything better to do) tried to find some cute avatars....nothing!!
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:53 PM   #112
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What are you looking for, precisely? Shoot me a PM and I'll help.
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Old 05-22-2008, 06:59 PM   #113
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Hi everyone, I'd love to join this challenge!
I have 20 more kg to lose, but I am a slow loser. I also battle with the problem of seeing a huge number and getting thrown off course by the hugeness of it all! It is so daunting to think of the total weight to lose! I think my goal for this challenge will be 12kg/26 pounds. So...
26 to lose/0 lost/26 to go
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Old 05-22-2008, 07:00 PM   #114
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Hi All - I would like to come play too! Cleo, I hope it was okay to add myself onto the spread sheet. I have been poking along losing a pound a month and if I want to get to goal. I'm gonna need to get serious. That, and Jaimie and Sue are here and I them...

Sarajewel ~ 37 to loose / 0 lost / 37 to go...
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Anna V-- This challenge you keep up with your team only! (Of no more than 8 people)

Suddenly, there goes the stress out the window. So, Miss Sweet Raisin Danish ambush... how much would you like to lose by December 31?
Sweet!

My goal is to lose 66 lb.
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Old 05-22-2008, 07:04 PM   #116
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Cool! Jenna is being a smart arse on the spreadsheet. LOL!!!

Gawd, this is going to be a HOOT!
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Old 05-22-2008, 07:19 PM   #117
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I'm in! I'm in!

But I'm leaving for vacation this Saturday for 2 1/2 weeks. ... I'm not too worried about staying on track, and I should be able to check in each Monday, but I may forget - vacation brain and all - but I'll do my best!

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bufodieter: 30 to lose / 0 lost / 30 to go

(I heeded your advice, Cleo, and dropped my goal from 45 to 30. I'll change it if I make this goal)
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Old 05-22-2008, 07:20 PM   #118
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Cool! Jenna is being a smart arse on the spreadsheet. LOL!!!

Gawd, this is going to be a HOOT!
I was just looking at it and things kept changing! LOL

Glad to see sooo many joining! I'm excited! I gotta tell you all that this challenge kept me from blowing it yesterday! We were out and I forgot my oopsies and all most said the heck with it, then changed my mind and just got burgers and cheese and told them to keep the buns! So thank you all already!!

Kim
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Old 05-22-2008, 07:21 PM   #119
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COOL! Welcome, bufo! I'll put you on an mark your absence... (like school)....lol
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