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Message From Dr. Booker: I Would Like You to Meet Amanda
Thursday, January 14th, 2010 At 6:28 am
Sometimes it is just better to be lucky than good. And I have to say, meeting Amanda was a very lucky day for me.
Please take the time to read about a very special teenage girl who I am excited to introduce to you. Amanda is the 15-year old daughter of a very good friend of mine, and she has decided to accept a personal challenge to herself, and change her life for the better. Allow me to share the first email that Amanda sent to me just a few days ago:
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Hello, I’m Amanda. I’m 15 years old. I’m 230 pounds or so. I made a new years resolution to be a vegetarian ((BUT, i want to wait after my diet that you prescribe is over, so don’t worry
). I love a lot of music but one of the things that has been one of my latest interests is Bob Marley.
I have Acanthosis Nigricans. Acanthosis Nigricans is a skin condition that is related to obesity and diabetes type two. All of these conditions have one thing in common: they’re chronic. My skin condition is located on my neck, sometimes my face, underarms, around the breasts, the arm areas, my stomach area, backside and more.
I’ve been living with this since I was in 4th grade and enough is enough. I wanna say that not only will I be helping myself, but I would be letting parents and other children living with this condition know there is hope and that you can do something about the condition as well as your health. I know the difficulty of having this condition all over my body. It’s not always easy for me. All we need is the love and the love and effort from yourself. You believe in yourself, that’s the key. I haven’t really believed in myself much until now. I’m ready to show ya’ll what I got
Also, I would be glad to document my progress such as blog, pictures, videos so others can see what’s going on.
Thank you,
Amanda
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After discussing Amanda’s case in great detail with her mother, we all decided that her story was simply too important to remain a secret. Amanda decided she wanted to document her entire weight loss journey, partly so she would have a personal record of her successes and achievements, but also so she could help educate other parents and teenagers to the risks and challenges of childhood obesity. The path Amanda has chosen is not an easy one, but she understands her efforts will result in a lifetime of rewards.
I am excited for Amanda and I am humbly honored that she has chosen us to work with her. Furthermore, I hope you will share this experience with her, and invite others, especially those who may be facing similar challenges, to follow along with Amanda through her photos, videos and blog posts. Maybe some of you might even feel inspired to leave a comment here on this blog post to let Amanda know that she is not alone on this journey.
I think 2010 is going to be a very exciting year!
Dr. Booker
Get Busy Living Or Get Busy Dying!
Dr. William Booker 
Way to go Amanda! I am a professional make-up artist as well as a esthetician and when you reach your goal how about you contact me through Dr. Booker and I will give you a free makeover to go with the new you! (MOM: It will be teenager approved)!!
What you are doing takes a lot of courage! Way to go!
This story is so inspirational. I love that you shared this in your newsletter and I know Amanda can do it with your help.
-Tirza
Congrats! Amanda…I wish you achieve any and every goal that you set for yourself. Love the Lord with all your heart and he will give you faith and strength to climb this mountain with wings!!!
This is awesome! You go girl!
How about some professional photos to go with that new you & your new makeover courtesy of Rachel Smith. I’ll fly up to celebrate when you meet your first goal! I love you! Rock it girl!
(RACHEL: How generous and supportive!)
I too am humbled to be acquainted with this special young woman. No matter our age, facing a personal health crisis takes courage and lots of effort. Amanda, you have more cheerleaders supporting you than you probably know
Hey Amanda!!
I’ve been down some personal journey paths as well (actually, when am I not?) You stick to it, don’t let ANYTHING take you off your goal, and you’ll be there!! Remember, the hardest moment of changing your actions is always the first step, the first minute of excercise, the first moment to eat healthy versus the “easy meal”…once you get that first step done, it’s much , much easier…
WHEN you reach your goal, how about a nice dinner for you and your Mom on me here at Visions? (Chef Tony’s) I’ll make sure to make it super healthy!
Good luck, keep in touch!!
You are going to have hard days ahead where all you want is to stuff your face because of lack of rapid progress or stress, just keep your eyes on the prize Amanda and you can do it. A great majority of people have had to deal with thier weight, I being one of them. And as much as it is hard it is not impossible.
I am so very proud of you Amanda and I will hope and pray that you will follow through on this incredible journey. Good luck and best wishes!
You’re a courageous young lady and I know you’ll reach your goal. I know you have a wonderful support system at home! I look forward to hearing about your progress. Best wishes!
Amanda, all it takes is a made-up mind. Take it one day at a time. Celebrate the victories. Enjoy the journey.
I really enjoyed this post, especially the “examples in this post” portion which made it really easy for me to SEE what you were talking about without even having to leave the article. Thanks
There are no side effects to the acai berry. It¡¯s like eating a fruit. Best check with your attending physician.
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