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Frugal Raw
04-16-2008, 01:04 PM
Hi everyone!

First I want to share with you a pic of me when I was about 18 years old. Back then I weighed about 126 pounds...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/Meat18.jpg

but then abuse and stress took their tolls, and at 36, I weighed in the neighborhood of 325 pounds. This is me on my wedding day to my wonderful, amazing hubster...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/hndfstg2mod.jpg

over the course of the next 5 years, I lost down to 267.5, which was about this time last year at my hubster's graduation from UNT - shortly before I began my raw journey...I was 41 years old in this photo...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/May20072675lbs-1.jpg

and now today, high raw since 8/1/2007, at 42 years young and 185.6 pounds this morning!

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4424.jpg

Frugal Raw
04-16-2008, 01:05 PM
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4390.jpg
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4454.jpg
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4374.jpg
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4377.jpg

Frugal Raw
04-16-2008, 01:05 PM
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4408.jpg

Vivafree2
04-16-2008, 01:19 PM
You are beautiful! Congratulations! And Haaaapppppyyyy Birthday!!!

rawxstasy
04-16-2008, 01:35 PM
Beautiful pictures! You are such an inspiration! Happy Birthday!

shashibala
04-16-2008, 01:46 PM
http://www.glittermaker.com/temp-images/8/283/glitter-candy-120837152235026.gif (http://www.GlitterMaker.com/)

Raw Angel Mom
04-16-2008, 01:54 PM
Congratulations! You look at your best and still look so young.

Very impressive!

Raene
04-16-2008, 02:08 PM
Way to go! Woohoo!!!! Great pictures!

garden granny
04-16-2008, 02:09 PM
You look beautiful ! :D

BeadedGraces
04-16-2008, 02:11 PM
Very inspiring!!! You go grrrrllll!!!! :)

joon4yu
04-16-2008, 02:12 PM
hey girlfriend, amazing, amazing, AMAZING. (woman of little words)!!! :D

RawHeaven
04-16-2008, 02:26 PM
Happy Birthday Mattye!!! You go girl!!!! You are a very beautiful woman inside and out. Your eyes are just gorgeous. WOW. The spirit of truth and the compassion of your soul shines in your eyes. Your life is such a gift to us all, thank you for your inspiration. My heart opened up just looking at your photos. Thank you!

(((BIG HUGS)))

Crystal

Aleesha Sattva
04-16-2008, 03:09 PM
girl... you are blowing me away... completely blowing me away. i'm so darned proud of you!!!!!!!!! so proud of you!

you RAWK!!!!!

JennaBoBenna
04-16-2008, 03:19 PM
WOW!!! Congratulations!!! Amazing!!!

StarFire
04-16-2008, 03:20 PM
Mattye... oh... mattye... I am sitting here crying with joy.... Sweet sister... first... Happy Birthday!! and many blessings !

and second... you are truly MaMa's Goddess... Her own image of power and beauty, Spiritual Warrior... I am soooo happy for you... so proud of all you have accomplished....

You are emerging... can you see the magick? I know you can feel it -- as you push thru and rebirth yourself... my GOD WOMAN.... you are SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL...

OMG.. I CAN'T STOP CRYING....

i showed your pics to dh - he asked if you are the one who wrote the un~cook book frugal gourmet and I said yes...(he loves your book!)....he said you were beautiful. He also said You must be a very powerful Priestess - he could see it in your eyes... and you radiate wisdom.... and a beauty that is not of 'this world' but many ancient worlds... he called you a "True Woman"...
dh RARELY compliments people.... I was so touched by his words to you my sister...

Mattye.... omg... know this my sister... You have ALWAYS been beautiful ... or Jaysen would never have married you..!!! your heart and spirit (even though it was buried under so much hurt and pain...) still would shine out -- it couldn't help it...
and now... your temple reflects strength... power... a sensuous OWNING of that power within.... beautiful Mattye... truly - truly beautiful...

blessed be my Sister...


http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/lotusbloomsj6.gif

Care4raw
04-16-2008, 03:37 PM
You're gawwwwgus!
Amazing skin too!!!!

Happy (re)Birth day !!!

StarFire
04-16-2008, 04:10 PM
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/Tinkerbell_3.gif ... okay... I just gotta say it....

You are soooo frickin sexy!!! you are one HOT lil MAMA http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/chili.gif !!!

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/pic8.gif ... Work it girrrrrrl!!! whOoOOHoOoOOT!!!!

Frugal Raw
04-16-2008, 04:17 PM
Thank you all so much, and StarFire, give your hubster a BIG hug from me and have him give one back to you:D!!

DawnW
04-16-2008, 04:56 PM
Wow! I am just amazed!

You look fantastic!

Oh, and by the way.....I turned 42 yesterday too~! Very cool that we are so close in age!

Dawn

Frugal Raw
04-16-2008, 04:58 PM
WOW!! Dawn! Yesterday was my brother's 44th! How Cool!

Happy (belated) Birthday to you!!

cara4art
04-16-2008, 05:04 PM
WOW - awesome! Yes indeed you are a "Priestess"! I'm blown away, am going to send this link to a friend of mine so she can see what is possible with a raw diet.

Frugal Raw
04-16-2008, 05:06 PM
thank you cara4art! share away:D!!

Morn
04-16-2008, 05:10 PM
Wow do you look amazing! What a wonderful difference. You look so much younger now!:)

rawstrength
04-16-2008, 05:55 PM
Hey Mattye,
Congrawtulations! You are incredibly beautiful.
It's time to throw out your makeup, because your raw glow is showing through!
http://tn3-2.deviantart.com/fs12/300W/i/2006/334/f/7/Sunshine_by_nandolucas.jpg

tanishamarshall
04-16-2008, 07:15 PM
You look great Mattye, the weight is just falling off of you. You definitely look younger then 42..

Bananna
04-16-2008, 07:39 PM
Well I can't even touch Starfire's, or anyone else's for that matter eloquence ;) But DOUBLE WOW, TRIPLE WOW, INFINITE WoW'S!!!!!!!

Such a dear and treasured inspiration. Keep on Rawkin!

DawnW
04-16-2008, 08:05 PM
Really? Goodness you both are close in birthdays? However did your mom handle it growing up?

Thanks for the birthday wishes. It was hard to choose a place to eat now that I am raw....honestly, I really don't care to eat out anymore....we tried a new place that just opened up....we won't be going back!

Dawn


WOW!! Dawn! Yesterday was my brother's 44th! How Cool!

Happy (belated) Birthday to you!!

rawgreenyogini
04-16-2008, 09:07 PM
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/pic8.gif

Ok Starfire.... I actually wore this outfit for Halloween 2 years ago!!!!:eek: :eek: :eek:

And I'm really serious!!!

rawgreenyogini
04-16-2008, 09:08 PM
Happy Birthday Mattye!!!!!


You are so beautiful.... and those eyes of yours.....WOW!

lavendarJ
04-16-2008, 11:10 PM
AND THE AWARD GOES TO.............. http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/1/1_4_138.gif (http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb001_ZNxmk762MSUS) FRUGAL RAW......


(by the way, I agree with raw strength, your glows shows)

spicyfull
04-17-2008, 12:54 AM
RAWmazing.......You RAWk...CONGRATULATIONS.

Rachie
04-17-2008, 02:18 AM
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4408.jpg

You're soooo beautiful! I worship you! :p

I can't believe how raw can do to our bodies by the way you look in those current pictures!

By the way, Happy Birthday! :o

RaisingAlex
04-17-2008, 02:19 AM
Mattye
I am so proud of you! You have done a fantastic job and look like you are 22 not 42. You are Beautiful!
Your hubster is not gonna believe his eyes when he see's you.

Happy Birthday

shine72
04-17-2008, 02:37 AM
Good morning gorgeous!:D

I was so tired (and pouty) that by the time I got home, I never got back on the computer!:eek:

Girl, you are RAWKIN' it! Jaysen is gonna be FLOORED!:D Love it chica! I hope you truly do know though, you've always been beautiful. THAT my friend, true beauty, is something that always radiates from the INSIDE and then shines OUTWARDLY. So see chica, you've ALWAYS had it, always been, always will be, BEAUTIFUL!:D

And I already told ya Happy Birthday! But Happy Birthday again! Rawk it raw sister!

StarFire
04-17-2008, 02:50 AM
Ok Starfire.... I actually wore this outfit for Halloween 2 years ago!!!!:eek: :eek: :eek:

And I'm really serious!!!


that is soooo cool!!! (that's my dream costume!! perhaps someday...) then again.. I dunno ... doesn't really look like something a grandma would wear now does it? http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/laugh.gif ehehehheeee!!

Shell
04-17-2008, 06:16 AM
Mattye! You look wonderful! I've been a little lax on my keeping up to date, so haven't seen the latest pics of you........WOW!!! You should be so proud of yourself.......I know I'm proud of you! You're such a beautiful spirit, and I wish you all the best things for the future......and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! What a wonderful gift you're giving yourself! See ya on the boards!!

xxoo

Frugal Raw
04-17-2008, 08:18 AM
Mattye
I am so proud of you! You have done a fantastic job and look like you are 22 not 42. You are Beautiful!
Your hubster is not gonna believe his eyes when he see's you.

Happy Birthday


Hi Melissa!! Thanks - I FEEL 22, too! That's the real beauty of it:)

GlimR
04-17-2008, 08:42 AM
You look beautiful....a shining light~ *s*

Radiantly Raw
04-17-2008, 11:13 AM
Happy Birthday Beautiful!!!:D You are such an inspiration!!! Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us, it's a gift. You look amazing, and I know you feel amazing! Enjoy your birthday hun, and treasure your health & vitality! What a transformation!!!!

Green Diva
04-17-2008, 11:24 AM
Mattye,

You look gorgeous! You are an inspiration to me, you keep me motivated. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

Hope you had a very Happy Birthday. :)

Authenticme
04-17-2008, 06:42 PM
I'm moved beyond words. Brava,Sis!

Frugal Raw
04-17-2008, 06:47 PM
I'm moved beyond words. Brava,Sis!

Thanks m'dear! **courtsey**

Zaphirah
04-17-2008, 06:49 PM
Oh darling you are so BEAUTIFUL! I am so inspired by you everyday. Thank you for teaching us so much as you generously share your journey with us. I have learned so much from you. I am so grateful that You are HERE.

Frugal Raw
04-17-2008, 07:18 PM
Zaphirah, YOU are so sweet! Thank you:D.

StarFire
04-17-2008, 08:43 PM
omg... Mattye... dh just left my office... he brought his CO-WORKER here to see your pictures.... I guess the guy's wife is overweight and very unhealthy and he's worried about her cuz she's really depressed -- so dh was telling him about your transformation and that it CAN be done....

The guy was floored... he wrote down your name and your website - he's hoping his wife will be receptive.. gosh that is sooooo cool! seee girl... you are touching so many lives!

RAWk on!

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/eyes-colors.gif

Frugal Raw
04-17-2008, 09:09 PM
omg!!! now I'm floored! **faints**

I keep having this nagging feeling in the back of my head that I should write something along the lines of frugal weight release/inspiration/overcoming type of thing...so many people keep saying that about me. That I'm an inspiration...now if I could just put my fingers to verbalization and write the darned thing.

StarFire
04-17-2008, 09:22 PM
awww honey ... you silly little rawbie.... you KNOW you don't need to figure that one out... just get quiet -- get those candles goin... release the energies ... and your spirit will write it... It's all there... and it will flow when the time is right! :D

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/lotusbloomsj6.gif

Aleesha Sattva
04-17-2008, 11:13 PM
you will write it when it's the right time. just wait on the will of 'heaven' and allow the energy to flow!

Aleesha Sattva
04-17-2008, 11:14 PM
mattye... do you have a goal weight? *curious*

RaisingAlex
04-17-2008, 11:19 PM
I am curious as well. If you do how did you come up with that particular number?
I have never had a real goal for weight release, I just go with the flow.
Perhaps I should find out what I weigh and set myself a goal weight.

femaleuna
04-17-2008, 11:24 PM
I'm starring in awe at your beauty.

You're eyes are very intense and powerful.
What a journey you have had, you can see it in those truthful, knowing, embracing eyes. Gorgeous.

True inspiration for a me-a newbie.

Frugal Raw
04-18-2008, 06:08 AM
Thanks again for all of your kind words. As for my goal weight, it's really more of a size than a pound number, but I do have a range in mind. I was happiest with my body at a size 7/8. That's what I want to get down to. The healthy range for my height tops out at 150, which for me is still too much. I don't know if I want to get down to 126 again, because that was all flab, and I will have defined musculature this go-'round. So, for now, I am setting my sites on 140 to see what that looks and feels like muscularly. I won't go below 126 - so that gives me about 14 pounds of wiggle room to get settled into:D.

charika
04-18-2008, 08:40 AM
WOW! Less than one year....What a transformation! Congradulations. You look AMAZING :)

oceanee
04-18-2008, 06:25 PM
You are incredible ! Thank you for sharing and wow - you are a hot sexy beautiful young thang inside and out!
Oceanee

Veganforlife
04-18-2008, 07:49 PM
::falls off chair::

Mattye - I'm so proud of you! I KNOW you feel good too. Isn't that the best?
Congrads girl!!! Keep RAWkin' it baby!!!

(sorry for the hijack here for a second)

Star Fire - you go and wear that outfit - come on! You'll be the coolest grandmom!!! Why not?

Frugal Raw
04-18-2008, 07:58 PM
I feel fantastic, and I suddenly realized today that I am not longer "fat." I only have a small amount left to release, and it just floors me. I never thought this day would come...but I am so very glad that it has!

Aleesha Sattva
04-18-2008, 08:02 PM
nope you are not fat my friend... not fat at all. just a little overweight is all... nothing major!!!!!!!!!!!!

c'estlaviebelle
04-18-2008, 08:49 PM
Happy happy birthday!! (a little belated). You look incredible!! :)

Frugal Raw
04-19-2008, 08:22 PM
Thank you all:) You've really brightened my week!

Aleesha Sattva
04-19-2008, 09:14 PM
ahhh now that's what i wanted to hear!!! :::hugs:::

Jenifae
04-20-2008, 12:54 AM
Hey Mattye,

I just found this thread. So, I guess Happy Birthday is order :) ! Also, a Big Wowsers! How Incredible you are - I am completely amazed with Major Transition to a Healthier more Beautiful Radiant you. You are an inspiration to me as well. You are so kind and helpful.

Love and Light
Jen

Guitar Pete
04-20-2008, 03:46 AM
Congratulations, and happy birthday!

Pete

puzit19
04-20-2008, 06:08 AM
wow what a journey !
well done :D and thank you for sharing !!!!
you are beautifull ! adore your eyes !
and
HAPPY BIRTHDAY

wnofaknd
04-20-2008, 06:25 PM
WOW! You look fantastic girl! Like I said before I'm not on the raw food plan. After reading yours and other ppls success stories Im excited to get started!

justinesmith
04-20-2008, 06:57 PM
You are so frickin' cool. You look STUNNING. Simply stunning. Happy raw birthday gorgeous. :D

nownatalie
04-20-2008, 07:11 PM
You look absolutely amazing! You're story is a great testimony. I really hope I can do the same.

I just started Raw three weeks ago and I think I gained a couple of pounds instead. I just realized that eating all the delicious nut recipes as I have may be the problem. Did you or anyone you know have this issue?

Frugal Raw
04-20-2008, 07:24 PM
nownatalie - I had it when I was eating a lot of dehydrated foods. As for nuts, I usually stick to sunflower seeds for the most part. But, I don't eat a Lot of nuts/seeds as a rule. I prefer to get my fats from olives and avos:D.

Justine - thanks, you're so sweet!

To all of the newbies - I'm so glad you're here!

Thanks everyone:D I needed the perk - I've been sulking this afternoon, as the hubster didn't call today:( Maybe next Sunday...

rawenergy
04-23-2008, 04:49 PM
I am totally amazed and inspired by your progress, Congrawtulations!@!:D
Thanks for sharing, too,!

Frugal Raw
04-25-2008, 08:13 AM
Hey - I thought I'd post some new ones - a friend of mine braided my hair yesterday - I've been wanting to do this FOREVER!!! I'm getting photos made of these today to send to my hubster...

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4581.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4580.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4563.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4562.jpg

Frugal Raw
04-25-2008, 08:14 AM
...and finally one of me being all dramatic-like with my machete!

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4560.jpg

Aleesha Sattva
04-25-2008, 09:47 AM
and how many years did you release with that fasting???

wow girl... can i see your id please!!!

Frugal Raw
04-25-2008, 11:55 AM
um...I must've left that in my OTHER wallet! LOL!! :D

LivingRawGirl
04-25-2008, 12:35 PM
Mattye Lee, the new pics are great, your hubby will be pleased! I am so happy for you and this glowing transformation, and it's cool that we are neighbors, I'm sure you've noticed ET is not really "raw-friendly"!!

Frugal Raw
04-25-2008, 12:42 PM
Thanks LivingRawGirl! I can't wait to hear from him after he gets the pics I put in the mail today!!!

Nope, ET isn't - Cootie Brown's is about the only place I trust out here. They have a wonderful bibb salad and will bring me loads of lemon wedges and olive oil for my dressing! They also do a nice pico de gallo which I sometimes have them bring too. I thought you had a vegetarian place up there that offers a small amount of raw? I know there's a a place or two in Asheville NC as well...

carolg
04-25-2008, 04:45 PM
Happy Birthday. What can I say that others didn't say so far? You are absolutely a "living" beauty who choose to transform and did. Wow, these pictures are outright stunning. You are a gorgeous "young" thing. This is way so cool. Thanks for sharing your journey and so glad others are sharing their kind words of encouragement to build on what you started.

I'm so excited for you!! I didn't notice if you were doing exercise at the same time?

WOW!!!!! I'm so excited for you!!!

carolg

StarFire
04-26-2008, 01:27 AM
OMG... YOU SEXY MISS THAAAAANG YOU!!! I LOOOOVE THOSE BRAIDS!!! girl.... you so totally RAWk!!! what an exotic beauty you are!!! Yep... braid definitley are you!!

RAWk on!!! work it girl....!!!! I loooove these pics!!!

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/WinkingEyes.gif

April22
04-27-2008, 10:02 PM
You look amazing! Your skin is stunningly beautiful! Thanks for posting.

4-22

sharonb50
04-28-2008, 10:01 AM
Happy birthday, you look great. I just ordered your ebook also, thanks:):D

Frugal Raw
04-28-2008, 11:16 AM
Thank you ALL, again;) I really appreciate the input - believe it or not, I am having moments of low self confidence as I become more noticable...trying to work my way through them as they come. ;)

MHUSKINS1
04-28-2008, 02:12 PM
Mattye,
Thank you for sharing, You have inspired me.
I would like to give you gift for your special day, but instead you have given all of us one. YOU and your spirit. THANK YOU.
I hope your Day is as special as you are,
MHUSKINS1

Frugal Raw
05-09-2008, 09:52 AM
Hey - just wanted to check in really quick and let everyone know that the hubster LOVES my braids and is blown away by the current me:D.

shashibala
05-09-2008, 10:25 AM
Mattye, Congratulations! I am so impressed with your transformation. It must be wonderful to have your husband home! :)

Frugal Raw
05-09-2008, 12:50 PM
It REALLY, REALLY is!!! I've missed him SO much. Sometimes at night I just lay next to him and watch him sleep.

Rawkinlocs
05-09-2008, 03:01 PM
MATTYE!!!! Girl your braids are da BOMB!!! You GO girl! Beautiful!

Frugal Raw
05-09-2008, 07:33 PM
Thank you Rawkinlocs!! I am SO loving them!!!

Aleesha Sattva
05-09-2008, 11:44 PM
Hey - just wanted to check in really quick and let everyone know that the hubster LOVES my braids and is blown away by the current me:D.

and how could he be anything BUT blown away!!!

congrats!

walnutty
05-27-2008, 04:39 AM
Ohhhhhhhhhh....Mattye...I did a double take when I saw your new avatar! Those braids have taken off 20 years! You look like you are in your early 20's...love the look!!! Big time!!!

Gittel
05-27-2008, 07:28 AM
Mattye, you are truly an inspiration. BIG HUGS to you on your successful journey. You are so gorgeous. SO gorgeous.

Gittel

Raw Angel Mom
05-27-2008, 10:15 AM
Happy belate birthday.

You look so radiant, healthy and beautiful.

Congratulations!

Curleedst
06-10-2008, 06:45 PM
You look amazing!

Frugal Raw
06-13-2008, 06:30 AM
Thanks:) I plan on updating with new pics on 8/1 - my one year anniversary on this amazing journey. Looks like the final piece for this year will be my stepping into a field I have been working toward for 10 years, beginning with becoming a CNA! Pics will be in my scrubs:D!!

Nurse in the Raw
06-13-2008, 11:46 AM
Great job!!!!! Doing happy dance for you. The medical field is THE place to be. You will always have a job and you know what......you can do it even in your forties. I didn't get my RN until I was 40.

Frugal Raw
06-18-2008, 06:30 PM
I can't hardly wait for 7/1 to get here!!!!!! I SOOOOO want to start classes! WOOT!!!!

It is NEVER too late to become what you might have been:D.

Seabie
06-21-2008, 09:33 PM
Wow! What an inspiration you are to me just when I needed it most. I am struggling with weight issues and today was a really tough one. You look amazing. I have to say that I think you look alot now like you did in the first picture taken when you were 18!

Frugal Raw
06-22-2008, 08:21 AM
Thank you Seabie! The best part is that I FEEL 18 too! :D

Frugal Raw
07-03-2008, 06:15 PM
Just thought I'd share some pics of me in my scrubs...
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4932.jpg
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4942.jpg
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4943.jpg
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF4950.jpg

Aleesha Sattva
07-03-2008, 11:26 PM
you look amazzzing mattye! did you cut your hair? i loooove the second pic of you. (((hugs)))

Frugal Raw
07-03-2008, 11:36 PM
nope - I just took the braids out;) thanks:)

shashibala
07-05-2008, 09:48 AM
You look wonderful in your scrubs! Congratulations on entering this new path!!!
I hope your classes are interesting and fun!

Green_Woman
07-06-2008, 11:47 PM
First, I LOVED your wedding dress. :D

Second, I think you look like you're about 18 years old again. :) High Raw is the path for you, beautiful!! :D

ViolinCyndee
07-07-2008, 12:03 PM
Incredible transformation!!! :eek:

Frugal Raw
08-31-2008, 09:07 AM
Here's a few I took this morning...thought I'd better since it's w-a-a-a-a-y past my 1 yr anniversary of 8/1.

I'm THRIVING in my new field...wouldn't you say so too? I can't wait to get to Nursing school!!

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF5150.jpg
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF5145.jpg
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF5147.jpg

shashibala
08-31-2008, 09:46 AM
Congratulations Mattye! I'm so excited for you! It is wonderful that you are loving your new job! You look beautiful and happy! :)

Aleesha Sattva
08-31-2008, 11:24 AM
goooooorgeous girl!!!! simply gorgeous!

Lelê
08-31-2008, 11:55 AM
Amazing, inspiring transformation!! And you look SO young and fresh!! Beautiful indeed!!

Jenifae
08-31-2008, 12:46 PM
Frugal, You are looking so great! Did you lose more weight? It sure looks like it by your face :)

Frugal Raw
08-31-2008, 01:21 PM
Honestly, I couldn't tell you. I've sworn off the scale for a bit...going to stay off of it until I believe I am at my goal:D. I agree, tho - I look like I have;).

Aleesha Sattva
08-31-2008, 06:34 PM
you would notice it in your clothes... wouldn't ya?

i agree... you look amazing!!!

shine72
09-01-2008, 10:38 AM
GIRL! You are looking FANTABULOUS!:D

Crissy Snow
09-01-2008, 11:23 AM
YAY more inspiration to eat 100% raw


on a side note for some odd reason she looks like uma thurman minus the blonde hair...... I dont know why:confused: but she looks soooo good ^_^

StarFire
09-03-2008, 02:05 AM
You always inspire me... I love the way you look in your scrubs!!! and.... you hair looks so cute! congratulations on all you have acomplished so far ... blessings girl!! ((((HUGS))))

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/smiley_huggrouphuggle.gif

Frugal Raw
09-03-2008, 01:52 PM
Thank you all! I don't believe I have ever felt happier or been more complete in my life:)

Always follow your bliss!

rawstrength
09-03-2008, 05:19 PM
Thank you all! I don't believe I have ever felt happier or been more complete in my life:)

Always follow your bliss!

I don't think that there could be any better selling point for the raw lifestyle than that. I'm so happy for you for pursuing your dreams!

Moretta
09-03-2008, 05:26 PM
You look amazing.

Inca_faerie
09-04-2008, 01:16 AM
You have the most beautiful doe eyes EVER!!:eek:

Frugal Raw
09-09-2008, 04:36 AM
Awww shucks...thanks;)

Pturski
09-12-2008, 09:42 PM
Wow thats an amazing transformation.

annavon
09-15-2008, 02:11 PM
Amazing you look younger now than you did at 36!:D

Medusa1977
09-15-2008, 07:40 PM
Amazing! You're awesome!

magglepie
09-17-2008, 05:30 PM
Wow, Mattye, I cannot believe the amazing transformation you have gone through! You look absolutely beautiful! Way to go girl!!!!

Frugal Raw
09-17-2008, 09:01 PM
Thank you all:) I really appreciate each and every one of you!

Frugal Raw
10-23-2008, 06:28 PM
I just thought I'd share a current pic...it's cold outside so I'm wearing my denim!!!

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k230/Lapisrose/DSCF5322.jpg

shashibala
10-23-2008, 06:35 PM
Hi Mattye!! You look more beautiful than ever!!!

MelissaO
10-23-2008, 07:20 PM
All I can say is wow you are radiant. You also have very beautiful eyes., so alive with life from within. You are an inspiring lady. Thank you for sharing these with us.

Pking
10-23-2008, 11:59 PM
You're quite gorgeous and so radiant!

Frugal Raw
07-10-2012, 10:58 AM
I thought I should post some of me currently :) It's been and continues to be SUCH a BLESSED journey!!! :dance:

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Raw Angel Mom
07-10-2012, 11:00 AM
You have transformed completely!

Congratulations!

happylife
07-25-2012, 12:23 PM
How beautiful and healthy you look. I am happy that you found someone that could love you in the right way. We all need that.

Frugal Raw
07-25-2012, 04:07 PM
Thank you Happylife! It is great to meet you :)

Yes, my life is MUCH improved, and even more so with being raw! The sadness, the fog, the confusion, - ARE GONE! I am happy, at peace and I am living my DREAMS! I wish for you the same :D

BlackKat
07-26-2012, 11:25 AM
Wow. Congratulations. You look amazing!

Frugal Raw
07-26-2012, 04:08 PM
Thank you!! I FEEL amazing!! :) How's your journey?

happylife
07-26-2012, 04:37 PM
I work for a Non-profit org. I would like nothing more than to help some of the people to go Raw. I know how much Raw can help with
Mental and Physical health. I am living my dream also, have been for the past year. Thanks you