Thursday, July 7, 2011

Project Day : Project Simone



Last year someone took a photograph of me that changed my life [see first photo on this post]. You see after I saw that photo I realised I needed to make a change. Prior to this my life consisted of mostly unhealthy eating [and drinking] habits. And it was starting to show. My goal was to lose 7 kgs. So I joined a gym in January and changed the way I treated my body. No drastic diets or fads, just plain simple healthy foods and moderate exercise. The next photo was taken this morning. 7 months after the first. I have lost 5 kgs and feel so much better. I also chopped my all my hair off. It was weighing me down! I am not far off my goal now.
Make the changes today that you want to see tomorrow.
Have a fabulous weekend.
Simone xx
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88 comments:

  1. Milo and MitzyJuly 7, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Well done!! you look fantastic! Amy x

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  2. beachcomberJuly 7, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    good on you! love the new hairdo.
    cheryl x

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  3. Kalei's Best FriendJuly 7, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Congrats to you! You had the self control to do what u felt u needed to do.. Wish others followed your lead.. I bet your family is proud of you.. You definitely have a guarantee of a healthy, full life...

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  4. CathiJuly 7, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    You look fabulous! xxoo :)

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  5. The House That A-M BuiltJuly 7, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    You're gorgeous.... inside and out. A-M xx

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  6. AmandaJuly 7, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Simone, you look fantastic!!! Good on you for setting yourself a goal and working towards achieving it in a sensible way. I really love your new shorter cropped hair, suits you SO well x

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  7. DebbyJuly 7, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    You look great.

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  8. mariondee-designsJuly 7, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Hi Simone, good for you for losing 5kgs! You look younger now too. It's funny you should do this post as the same thing happened to me not long ago. We went away for the w/e, so many snaps were taken and I didn't like what I saw. I looked overweight and so old. So I am hoping to lose another 6.5kg. I have already lost 2.5kgs. I chopped my hair too.. so much better. take care, Maryann

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  9. AnonymousJuly 7, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Congratulations & well done!
    x

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  10. UnknownJuly 7, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    Well done. Keep going. I had a similar moment a couple of years ago. I was one of those skinny fat people. You know people would never say I was fat but I could feel it. I just made small changes - a bit of walking, stop eating when I was full, stop snacking out of boredom. I lost 8 kgs and felt so much better for it. It's really important to do something for yourself. You deserve it.
    Kylie

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  11. Heirloom treasuresJuly 7, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    Good for you Simone,nice photo xx

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  12. Tales of WhimsyJuly 7, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    You look FAB FAB FAB. And I love the shorter hair.

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  13. PetaJuly 7, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    good on you. Great effort.

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  14. BethJuly 7, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Go Simone! You look fabulous! Fantastic! x

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  15. suzyqJuly 7, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Wow, Simone, you look ten years younger!! Well done, you have spurred me on.
    Thanks,
    Suzyq

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  16. The Pink PoodleJuly 7, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    AWESOME simone...well done...

    xx andrea

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  17. Mona Kay GormanJuly 7, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    you look amazing!! Actually you look amazing in both photos :) but congrats on your goal!

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  18. TERI REES WANGJuly 7, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Isn't it funny how, when we finally choose to see our own "Self". Shed it all, and let her out... she always wants to play.

    The easiest mantra: "Infinite Love and Gratitude"!
    Cheers!... to your health and happiness.

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  19. LeonieJuly 7, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    you look amazing!!! well done.

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  20. KHJuly 7, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Great stuff Simone! I've been doing the same and it feels great.

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  21. Trudys EmporiumJuly 7, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    You look fantastic love keep up the good work!!! Trudy

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  22. Trudys EmporiumJuly 7, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    You look fantastic love, keep up the good work!! Trudy

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  23. Glamour DropsJuly 7, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    You look like a different person. In the first photo, you look as if you don't want your photo taken. But in the second, you are glowing from life itself!

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  24. Eulalia IsabelJuly 7, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Estàs fabulosa, hermosa, te felicito por haber empezado ese estilo de vida que te favorece, sigue adelante, que los resultados son excelentes.

    saludos

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  25. JennyJuly 7, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Wow, quite a change! You look gorgeous. Well done! ;-)

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  26. Keren - The Brown Trading Co.July 7, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Wow you look amazing, love your new 'do' too :o)

    Keren
    xx

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  27. lilisinhaJuly 7, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Boa noite querida !
    Estas linda parece outra pessoa, pensei que fosse sua irmã gemea, hahahahah
    Obrigado, preciso fazer isso e nem começei,tu deste força, pra mim começar agora.
    Vou tirar foto e colocar num lugar que eu veja toda hora, vai ajudar muito!
    Obrigado!!!
    Bjos Carinhosos!

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  28. CarolynJuly 7, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Conggratulations! It's never easy making lifestyle changes, but the results speak for themselves.

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  29. "Cottage By The Sea"July 7, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    You were beautiful before and you look even more beautiful now because you are glowing with radiant health and happiness. One can always see 'the glow'. Congratulations on your new healthy life!

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  30. MelindaJuly 7, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Wow---pictures do have a way of saying things without speaking don't they.
    You look wonderful and congrats.
    Go Simone!!!!

    Melinda

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  31. Raine and SageJuly 7, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    You look amazing! Congratulations on achieving your personal goals. So easy to forget about ourselves when concentrating on everything else in life. Well done!! I'm inspired.

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  32. lilybetsJuly 7, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    You look very nice, sometimes somethings happens in our mind and we decide to improve ourselves,also your chopped is fabolous !

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  33. vicki archerJuly 7, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Bravo to you Simone...you look fantastic...and I love your hair shorter....xv

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  34. alisonJuly 7, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    I love this post! You have inspired me. You look wonderful and I bet you feel great too. alison xx

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  35. debra@dustjacketJuly 7, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Oh congrat's Simone, well done. You look gorgeous!
    xoxo DJ

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  36. Naturally CarolJuly 7, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    I wouldn't have thought 5 kilos would make that much difference..inspirational..thanks Simone!

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  37. PatriciaJuly 7, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    Well done you! I know how difficult it is to stick to the diet/exercise routine. Would love to know more about how you did it.
    PS - have been making cushions from your pink cockatoo fabric - they look great!

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  38. UnknownJuly 7, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    well done, you look fabulous!

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  39. TiffJuly 7, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Congrats Simone, you already looked gorgeous, now you are healthy too! Well done, it is hard to shed some kgs, I am inspired! You are glowing in that second picture, you look so happy and I love your haircut! x

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  40. AnonymousJuly 7, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Simone you look amazing!! Good on your for making a change for the good. I am struggling to get into the right mindset to lose my baby weight..it's been 19mths and I really have no excuses.
    Thanks for inspiring me :)

    x

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  41. KateJuly 7, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    Simone you look absolutely lovely! Well done to you. I have recently done the same losing 12.5 kgs and I feel fabulous & SO healthy! All your hard work has paid off.....Look at you. :)

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  42. Little Cove DesignJuly 7, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Photos really tell the tale don't they! Congratulations on all the hard work at the gym! I have lost about the same amount of weight in the same timeframe; and it really is worth it when you reach your goal! You look fantastic!

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  43. UnknownJuly 7, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    OMG! What a change! You look fabulous! Great job. 8>)

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  44. Ana DegenaarJuly 7, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    I am so happy for you Simone, there's nothing like feeling good in your own skin.

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  45. Paintings by Louise, Maison LouiseJuly 7, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Make the changes today that you want to see tomorrow. That is a goed beginning for me to.

    You look great, my compliments.

    Greatings Louise

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  46. JaneJuly 7, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Way to go Simone. Good on you. I have quit sugar, as in no more obvious sweet stuff,and swapping sweet for savoury. I can feel the difference already after just a few weeks. happy days to you.
    Jane x

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  47. Lucia BaraJuly 7, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Hello
    I love your blog and visit often, I admit that I copy some ideas to use in my home here in Brazil.
    Good weekend.

    a hug
    hptt: / / cafeecetim.blogspot.com

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  48. Little NanJuly 8, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    You look so happy! Well done! I too am slowly trying to change some eating habits and walk alot more! You have inspired me to work a little harder! Have a lovely weekend! Love Kelly x

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  49. aleJuly 8, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    dear simonne!!! you are beautifull !!!when a change begins with the inside... the outside brights!! as you do!!!! lovely photo with your lovely little girl!!!! a big big kiss and a very happy weekend simone for and all your family!!

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  50. LeslieJuly 8, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    Good for you Simone!!! Thanks for the inspiration.
    Gorgeous family!

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  51. AngelaJuly 8, 2011 at 2:40 AM

    You are lovely, Simone. Way to go...I know it is NOT easy!

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  52. Bring Pretty BackJuly 8, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    Simone~ LOVE THIS! I could go on and on and on and on.... but I won't i will just say - you look PRETTY and I am proud of you!
    Have a PRETTY day!
    Kristin

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  53. AnonymousJuly 8, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    Just found your blog and am following. Well done on losing 5kg ... :0)

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  54. AnonymousJuly 8, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    Congratulations!

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  55. RobinfromCAJuly 8, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Well done! You look absolutely fabulous and your hard work has really paid off. I bet you feel more energetic as well! Congrats!

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  56. Con encanto - AnaJuly 8, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Your smile it´s the same. On the second photo you are fantastic, congratulation for your sucessful!! Kisses Ana

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  57. twentyseven 8July 8, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Hi Simone, I thought you looked fabulous before, but must say you look just as fabulous now. I am a new lover of your blog, you are so talented, very inspirational. Have a lovely week-end. Jo xx

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  58. the old boathouseJuly 8, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Hey Simone, You are gorgeous inside and out!! That hair is fantastic but I bet will take a bit of getting used to for the family. I can't believe you or Tracey didn't tell us that the screening of the H&D thing was on Sunday....I missed it, BOO!!A birdy told me you both looked fantastic and so did the shop xx Katherine

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  59. Sherry HicksJuly 8, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    First I want to say that you look beautiful and happy in both pictures, I do however understand the want to be healthier and congratulate you on your healthy approach to weight loss no fads just exercise and eating healthy. I have lost but have a alot more to go. congrats!!

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  60. 40andbeyondbyireneJuly 8, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    You are so inspiring, Simone! You're right, I have to do it NOW. You're looking good! More power!
    irene

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  61. 40andbeyondbyireneJuly 8, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    You're right Simone, It has to be NOW! You continue to inspire me, first with your decorating and design skills, then on being an entrepreneur and now achieving personal goals. You're an amazing woman! More power!
    irene (http://40andbeyondbyirene.blogspot.com/)

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  62. DasiJuly 8, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Good for you, you look great!

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  63. BronJuly 8, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    You look fantastic...good for you...sounds like my story but I am eight weeks into my new regime having never been to a gym ever before. thanks for the inspiration.

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  64. Ana CarolinaJuly 9, 2011 at 2:35 AM

    Your look is great, congratulations on achieving change. You are beautifull!!
    I love your blog, there are many their ideas that inspire me and I do in my house.
    Have a pretty weekend.

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  65. thefirstladyJuly 9, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    That's an amazing transformation! You looked very pretty "before." The "after" is like looking at a totally different person. I'm now inspired to get myself together. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  66. AnonymousJuly 9, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    good for you simone! don't you just feel better? it's amazing what losing a little weight will do for your whole "self". marcia

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  67. Alicia ~ time worn styleJuly 10, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    totally agree, I have done the same thing. A bit stuck on a certain weight now so need to try a little harder to get the last bits off.
    alicia

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  68. Simple HomeJuly 10, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    You look wonderful dear Simone!! How inspiring this post is.
    Enjoy your weekend!
    Blessings,
    Marcia

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  69. Simple PleasuresJuly 10, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    I love your new hair do. :) It brightens up your face. :)Have a lovely weekend Simone. :)

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  70. AnonymousJuly 11, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Yay, congratulations!! You look younger too!! Well done gorgeous girl. It's not even the weight, it's the TONING up that the gym gives you, plus the new lease on happiness & reducing stress, that all shows in your overall appearance. Yippee, love Posie

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  71. UnknownJuly 11, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Hi Simone,
    I love your blog & so much enjoy your projects.
    You look just amazing & I'm guessing feeling amazing to!
    Congrats on your new life!
    Amanda x

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  72. Julie@beingRUBYJuly 11, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Hi Simone
    Well you certainly look fantastic.. I know just how you felt with the old photo.. I had the same happen to me.. though it took a dr to diagnose insulin resistance and then that was it.. no sugar no bad carbs and 20 kgs gone!!! I feel like my old self again...

    Love your new do... ciao xxx Julie

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  73. Cornflakes and HoneyJuly 11, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Such a good investment Simone! It's hard to make a change to your lifestyle and reverse those bad habits so congratulations on making a positive difference! Health is our biggest asset but so too is inner confidence, you look amazing! :-)

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  74. Linda Lilly CottageJuly 11, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Well wow look at all these comments..make mine number 70!! You look stunning Simone and what is more I know that you are a gorgeous person as well!! Inspired me to do something too!
    Kiss Noises Linda

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  75. JanieJuly 11, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    You look great..I love your hair!

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  76. lisaroyJuly 11, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    congrats to you! you look amazing :)

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  77. JoyJuly 12, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Well, you look fabulous! I looked at the first photo, and then the second, and thought, "that must be her daughter..." but it was you! You look a good 10 years younger also! Still pretty no matter what, though!

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  78. Exquisite AccessoriesJuly 12, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Well done Simone you look gorgeous I so need to go to the gym I never seem to get a chance (I make to many excuses) I will have to get my act together!! :)

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  79. AnonymousJuly 13, 2011 at 3:07 AM

    Fabuloso, tua força de vontade, e tem toda a razao do mundo, quando trocamos os alimentos por alimentos saudaveis e fazemos exercicios tudo parece um milagre!
    Bjs

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  80. AnonymousJuly 13, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    I always thought you looked amazing, but I feel the same way the kilo's can keep adding on, I'm doing the same less alcohol and better food choices, the exercise part still needs more work but now you have totally inspired me, congratulations you look fabulous!!! xxx

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  81. MissBlissJuly 13, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Dear Simone,

    Thank you for sharing and congratulations on taking good care of you! Since I found it, your blog has always inspired me and I am so glad you are so happy!

    xo xo
    Miss Bliss, (Danielle in Miami Beach)

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  82. georgeJuly 13, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    you look totally fabulous. well done well worth the effort!

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  83. red tickingJuly 14, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    i loved you before and i love you now.... you look A M A Z I N G... but i know your heart is perfection.... so that is what truly counts... xoxo

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  84. TinaJuly 16, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Simone, you look gorgeous (as always). Congrats to you on making some healthy changes...you have inspired me to do the same! Thank you. Hugs ~ Txx

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  85. SharnelJuly 18, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Well done Simone. xx

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  86. ShirleyanneJuly 22, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Brilliant Simone! You look fantastic. Really feel I should start doing something about my weight. Your post very inspiring!

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  87. UnknownJuly 22, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    You always look beautiful.....but well done on the healthy eating/exercise, sensible is the best way to do it isn't it :)

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  88. leJuly 31, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    just fab - just what i need to see today - best to you - well done le xox third on the right

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