• 20 for 20: People Magazine feature #6

    20 for 20: People Magazine feature #6

    People Magazine Half Their Size X6 Wow! Every time I get an opportunity to be featured in People Magazine’s “Half Their Size” issues I’m astonished. I’m overwhelmed that my story is STILL relevant and timely and I’m also amazed that I always seem well prepared. What it’s taught me is that…

  • #RobertaChiaFresca

    #RobertaChiaFresca

    Roberta Chia Fresca This easy refresher is a natural detox that helps to flush impurities from the system, perfect for keeping you full throughout the day.           Fast & dirty! Half a Cucumber: peeled and sliced 1 medium Lemon: squeeze the juice out then cut into fours (metabolism boosting)…

  • Goal Setting : A goal without a PLAN is JUST a wish

    Goal Setting : A goal without a PLAN is JUST a wish

    Upon the cusp of each New Year I begin to excite about the challenges that will surely come and the unknown opportunities that will birth from those very obstacles. This may sound strange, but for the busy-bodied goal seeker the new year is a heaven of unknown possibilities. First I…

  • How I boost my Metabolism! Me(tabb)-boosting!

    How I boost my Metabolism! Me(tabb)-boosting!

    It’s simple – I eat & drink SPICE! All kinds of peppers, especially jalapeño & cayenne. By character I like spice, zest and kick added to my foods so i’ve learned to use that to my advantage (i can never have too much wasabi or red pepper flakes – in…

  • Bill Cosby

    Bill Cosby

      Today – May 1, 2014. Not only did I randomly come across reading this quote but I heard the man say it himself on The Today Show before I left for work. Taking heed.

  • Liquid Unicorn (magic juice)

    Liquid Unicorn (magic juice)

    I’m trying to live FOREVER! Who’s with me? Each ingredient listed is GREAT for Weight Loss on its own … but combined – just imagine the possibilities! Weight loss, lowered cholesterol, improved digestion, great skin, nails & teeth … Pain relief, reduced inflammation … Lunch Juice (frozen immediately after juiced) Lemons (4): Detoxification,  metabolism and circulation…

  • NY Youth at Risk – Career Day 2014

    NY Youth at Risk – Career Day 2014

    I have been affiliated with NY Youth at Risk for quite some time. Beginning as a mentor, this organization is the epitome of what I intend my life’s work to amount to. Last year along with a few other volunteers  I was given the opportunity to create curriculum for a…

  • The journey to HERE & The People Magazine All-Star Feature

    The journey to HERE & The People Magazine All-Star Feature

    In 2014 I was honored with the opportunity of a lifetime for a second time, I was asked again to be featured in People Magazine. The 1st time was in 2005 (see feature) and I was totally unprepared past the actual weight loss. Significant weight loss being the reason behind the…

  • Brigette, 32 – Proud BBW!

    Brigette, 32 – Proud BBW!

    My name is Brigette, I’m a 32 year old woman from Pittsburgh, Pa who has suffered from obesity since a young age. I grew up with very low self-esteem because I didn’t think anyone would accept me because I wasn’t a size 8. After giving birth to my first born,…