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THM Blogger Test Kitchen Blog Hop Giveaway 2017

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This year has been a huge struggle for me on the blog with lots of technical issues. Because of that, I have seriously been remiss in the participation of one of my favorite things – GIVEAWAYS! I really love to bless others with products and items that will help them on their THM journey. Sometimes, just a simple thing can make a huge difference for someone in their efforts to nourish their body. Keep reading to learn more about this great THM Blogger’s Test Kitchen Blog Hop Giveaway and best of luck to you!

Have you found the THM Blogger Test Kitchen on Facebook Yet?

This is a great group of dedicated and seasoned Trim Healthy Mama recipe bloggers who share proven recipes. You’ll find great new recipes and tons of old favorites for all the THM fuel types. You can request to join at the THM Blogger Test Kitchen (Unofficial) Facebook group page.

My fellow Test Kitchen bloggers and I have teamed up to bless you with some fabulous prizes to help you on your journey! Join the fun with this blog hop giveaway, read on to learn more…

 

Briana Thomas // Grace-Filled Homemaking // Joyful Jane // Wonderfully Made & Dearly Loved // Nana’s Little Kitchen // Oh Sweet Mercy (that’s me!) // My Montana Kitchen // My Table of Three

My End-of-the-Year Reflection Gift Pack.

It’s the end of the year somehow. Did 2017 fly by for you, too? If you like to journal while sipping on a hot beverage and eating chocolate muffins, you’ll love my giveaway prize!

My contribution to this blog hop giveaway is an End-of-the-Year Reflection Gift Pack: I’m giving away a bag of chocolate Cuffin Mix, a bag of Trim Healthy Chocolate Chips, a beautiful mug, and a journal.

Make yourself a chocolate cuffin muffin (there’s an easy recipe on the package of Chocolate Cuffin Mix!) and add some Trim Healthy Chocolate Chips. Make a mug of your favorite hot, on plan beverage. Then, get yourself settled in your favorite cozy chair and journal your thoughts and reflections on this past year.

Celebrate the Victories, No Matter How Small!

It’s so easy to focus on the negative things, isn’t it? It’s important to learn from things we didn’t do well, but let’s encourage ourselves and start out reflecting on what we DID do well!

Celebrate, and praise your Heavenly Father for those victories, no matter how small! Did you pass up the cake at your nephew’s graduation party? Awesome! Planned your meals and stuck to the plan? Fantastic! Got into that smaller sized pair of jeans you’ve been wanting to for months? Wonderful!

Or maybe it was something as simple as realizing that you are indeed worth the effort. Celebrate that, that is a huge victory!

Learn From Your Mistakes!

Own your choices and don’t blame others or circumstances. Yes, other people and circumstances often have a very strong influence on us! But, at the end of the day we make those choices – not them.

Could you plan better? Is there some aspect of the THM plan you don’t really understand well? Resolve to get a grasp on that. Is negative self-talk sabotaging you? Determine to replace those negative thoughts with positive ones.

Ready to Win Some Great Prizes?

Ok, I’m sure you’re anxious to see what goodies you can win in this awesome THM Blogger Test Kitchen Giveaway! Take a look at what each fabulous blogger is offering, then don’t forget to enter the giveaway for my End-of-the-Year Reflection Gift Pack in the Rafflecopter widget below!

I wish you the very best of luck and pray that 2018 brings you many blessings, laughter, joy, hope, and all the good things our Creator has in store for you!

Thank you so much for visiting my blog, it means the world to me!

Check Out the Prize Line-Up!

You’ve seen my prize contribution, here’s the rest of the awesome prizes up for grabs. Plus some important details so make sure to read the IMPORTANT NOTE just below.

This fun blog hop giveaway is hosted by some of your favorite THM bloggers, see what each one is contributing then be sure to enter the rafflecopter widget below.

**IMPORTANT NOTE**

Your entries in the Rafflecopter widget below (keep scrolling to the end of this post) are ONLY for the prize package I’m giving away. Be sure to hop on over to the other blogs to enter their giveaways!

Briana Thomas

Young blogger Briana Thomas has a passion for quick, easy, and healthy versions of her family’s favorite recipes…and ice cream! Between creating and blogging recipes, taking pictures, enjoying the great outdoors, singing, and working on her second cookbook, she stays busy and enjoys writing about her exploits and dreaming up new projects. Click here to visit Briana’s giveaway!

Grace-Filled Homemaking

Cate from Grace-Filled Homemaking is a wife and Mama to two little men. She serves up delicious, family-friendly Trim Healthy Mama recipes along with a dose of faith-based encouragement, homemaking tips, budget-friendly menu plans and more! Her goal is to help you create a healthy home that’s full of God’s grace. Click here to visit Cate’s giveaway!

Joyful Jane

Come meet Kristen at Joyful Jane and find a wide array of encouragement, healthy recipes, and lovely things! Kristen is a homeschooling mama of 8 children and she focuses on finding JOY along the way of life. She loves to share encouragement in the areas of being a wife and mother, eating and creating healthy food for our families, homeschooling and family life tips, calligraphy scriptures, personalized items, inspirational photography, organizing tips, home décor and more! Hop on over to say “Hi” and enter our HUGE Christmas giveaway which includes our favorite sprouted flours, a personalized monogrammed bag, Choose Joy pillow, personalized Christmas plate, mug, kitchen towels, and much much more! While you are there, grab some of our FREE resources, including the gift of our hand-painted Calligraphy Scripture Print! Click here to visit Kristen’s giveaway!

My Montana Kitchen

Welcome to My Montana Kitchen! I live in Western Montana and I love creating new and healthy recipes to share with my readers! Many of my recipes are low carb, some are healthy carbs, and all are sugar free and Trim Healthy Mama Friendly! Click here to enter Sarah’s giveaway!

My Table of Three

Keri over at My Table of Three works to create new recipes and adapt old family favorites into dishes that are gluten-free, sugar-free and compatible with the Trim Healthy Mama lifestyle. She enjoys sharing her THM weight loss journey and meal prep over on her YouTube Channel. Keri is giving away a $25 Gift Certificate to Swanson Vitamins where she loves to pick up some of her favorite THM products. Click here to enter Keri’s giveaway!

Nana’s Little Kitchen

Nana’s Little Kitchen is serving up solid THM Friendly Southern dishes to help you on your Trim Healthy Mama journey. Teresia is sharing classic recipes that are satisfying, delicious, and nutritious to help you weave this fantastic diet plan into the fabric of a healthy life. Click here to enter Teresia’s giveaway! and a chance to win a $75 Amazon gift certificate.

Wonderfully Made and Dearly Loved

I’m Judy and I blog over at Wonderfully Made & Dearly Loved. I’ve followed Trim Healthy Mama for a few years now and continue to share smaller family size recipes (we are empty nesters) while controlling my diabetes. I love to bake and create our family favorites with experience in using alternative ingredients that spans about 40 years. And I love my Instant Pot! Click here to enter Judy’s giveaway!

ENTER BELOW TO WIN MY END-OF-THE-YEAR REFLECTION GIFT PACK!

Terms & Conditions: No purchase necessary.  Giveaway ends on 12/21/17 at 12:00 AM EST and is open to USA entrants. A random winner will be chosen and notified via email. If the winner does not respond within 48 hours of notification, a new winner will be chosen at random. The prize will be directly mailed to the winner. This giveaway is sponsored solely by Oh Sweet Mercy.

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About Dawn Yoder

Dawn is the boss here at Oh Sweet Mercy. She's also the writer, editor, photographer, graphics creator, recipe developer, secretary, and doer of all the things. Except the dishes most of the time. Thankfully that is outsourced to her two capable children.

She also is a contributing author/recipe developer/photographer for Wildly Organic and Traditional Cooking School where she gets to do the fun parts - creating lovely food, photographing it, and explaining how to make it - without all the administrative duties that come with running a blog.

Comments

  1. Jessica Sharp says

    Thank you so much for doing a giveaway. Even if I do not win anything it is nice to know that y’all are giving back! This past year has been full of grace and growth in my faith and I am already reflecting on that so I can move on and continue to grow in 2018.

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  2. Kimberly Sorensen says

    Thanks for the opportunity to win these great prizes. First year with THM so it has been a fun learning experience. Wishing everyone a Blessed Holiday season.

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  3. Hannah H. says

    2017 was the year I finally listened to my mom’s promptings and tried THM! I’ve lost over 20 pounds and am back to my pre-pregnancy weight in just 4 months! Best part is that I’m feeling better and have more energy for my family!

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  4. Kim Snyder says

    2017 was a very emotional year lots of health and physical problems. I live with chronic pain and want to start 2018 out strong on THM looking forward to what the near year holds. Merry Christmas

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  5. Daylene Strickland says

    This year has been pretty good. Up until summer, my health was an issue with high sugar levels. Started eating using THM and sugars down, doing a lot better. I tweeted, but can’t figure out how to share link. It’s under my Twitter account; @daystrick. Thank you!

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  8. Amy Barfield says

    This has been a great year! THM helped me through my second pregnancy without gaining too much weight! Looking forward to getting back into shape!

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  11. Stephanie Hirsch says

    This year was the year that I decided to take control of my health again, so far it’s working, hoping to do even better in 2018.

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  12. Karen C says

    It’s been an interesting year. I joined THM and have been following about 90% of the time. I haven’t lost any weight, but have lost inches. I lost 50 pounds the previous year on a different “lifestyle” change. My doctor is thrilled with me because I am healthier than I’ve ever been. So, I just re-read the plan and start again. I’ve learned to give myself grace this year.

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  15. Katie Plunk says

    2017 was a year of new beginnings for me and my family. We lost everything in a house fire November of 2016. We had a wonderful year and have grown stronger together after suffering such a loss.

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  16. Amanda Smith says

    2017 has been a stretching, growing, year filled with learning and love and my family growing closer- and bigger- as we’re expecting #5 in July! A blessed year for sure!

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  18. Olivia Grace says

    This is the sweetest giveaway! I love the inclusion of the adorable mug and journal. It’s such a thoughtfully put together gift! 🙂

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  19. Kitty Dulgar says

    2017 was a year of meeting our insurance deductible with a tendon repair surgery for my husband, followed by a total knee replacement for me, followed by hernia surgery for my husband, followed by hearing aids for my husband, followed by a sleep study for my husband and new glasses for both of us! Whew I am tired just thinking about all of it! Good news is that we met our deductible and out of pocket, after the tendon repair, so we didn’t have to pay for any of the other things! For once, our insurance paid off!

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  21. Brenda Lynn says

    This year has been one of the most challenging of my entire life. But I know He will work all things together for my good….and I’m counting on it! Through trials, He continues to renew my strength and hold me up with his mighty right hand. I’m so very thankful! At the same time, I will be especially grateful once this season is over! Lol! Merry Christmas to you!

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  22. Lisa Biegert says

    2017 was a great year – full of finally going outside of my comfort zone and attempting things I’ve always wanted to do, but never been brave enough. Makes me look forward to 2018 even more!

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  24. Audrey says

    Thanks for doing the giveaway! Chocolate and hot drinks are great to help me reflect and think about life! I’m excited to seeing my health improve as I continue to make healthy choices!

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  25. Heather says

    What a blessing all you ladies are to so many! 2017 has had its ups and downs… my grandma and grandpa are struggling with some major health issues and I watch the stress trickle down to many family members (but that’s what family is for… to bear one another’s burdens). With all of that though, the Lord has been faithful and blesses us in so many ways so I will be joyful and welcome the new year and new beginning! Thank you and prays to you for a wonderful 2018!

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  26. Rachel says

    2017 was an amazing year! My family and I travel with singing groups and have done this for many yrs, but this past year was just incredible.

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  28. Beth says

    2017 flew by as our family enjoyed our new baby, gardened, homeschooled, and travelled a little. Thank you for the giveaway. I want to diligently get back to THM in 2018 – starting now!

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  29. Becky says

    2017 is not my year. It is for but a season, right? I’ve moved away from my 2 heartbeats and will be making my 3rd move in 90 days. I’m praying and believing 2018 will be a season of rest.

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  31. Meredith B says

    2017 was a year of new beginnings. We welcomed a new foster son, started THM, husband moved jobs meaning we are hoping to move to the next town over so he has less of a drive. Some negative beginnings too but trying to not let those get me down 🙂

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  32. Jaclyn Neufeld says

    This year was a year of transformation! We started a cash budget to pay off our debt, had our third child, and started THM again, but for the first time fully committed! Because of these things (and the Lord!), we have paid off half our debt, have 3 beautiful children, and I’ve lost 70lbs!

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  34. Nancy Sommers says

    2017 has been a hard hear, losing my dad to cancer after losing my mom to cancer last year. I’m so thankful for God’s grace! Sad to say, following THM plan fell by the wayside since we were gone so much. Would love to get back on plan.

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  36. Emily E says

    2017 was one of our craziest years yet. My husband was offered a dream job unexpectedly and we moved our family across the country! We had said we were never moving til the kids all go to college (and the youngest is only 2- so that’s a ways away!) but we decided to seize the opportunity. Still recovering from selling our old house, moving, settling into a new house, state, city, life, etc!

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  41. Tamara says

    I have been playing around with THM for several years, but after seeing recent pictures of myself, I think it’s time to take things seriously!

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  43. Micki Garren says

    2017 was busy! I remodeled my kitchen with the help of my dad, promoted several successful concerts with my husband, and became more confident in my food journey.

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  45. Deborah says

    2017 has been great! I think I learned to be more comfortable in my own skin – realizing that I’m at a great weight so it’s been about maintaining.

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  46. Jessi Taylor says

    2017 was a good year for personal development for me, but a bad year for weight loss. Here’s to hopping back on the THM wagon in 2018!

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  48. Dana Schrader says

    2017 has been a very educational year as I was introduced to THM for the first time. It’s also been a year about trying to focus on the positives and build self esteem and confidence in both myself and my daughters. I want to focus on putting positive energy out in to the world as well as accepting and surrounding myself with positive energy too. Looking forward to an awesome 2018!!

    Also – thanks for the giveaway! Excited to be entered for some awesome stuff!

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  53. Deb Lambert says

    Thank you for doing this blog and the excellent info & recipes you put out; thanks, too, for the giveaways; may God bless you for your warm and gentle spirit

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  54. Rosalyn says

    2017 was the year I finally got serious about THM. I’ve been able to lose 22 pounds! I’m thankful for this accomplishment, but want to keep persevering to lose about 10 more.

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  55. Liz K says

    Honestly, 2016 was such a funky year for me, 2017 had to be better – and it was! I am happy with this year overall and am excited for 2018!

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  56. Edith B. says

    2017 has been a year of blessing, I started THM January 1st and it has been wonderful. It is so nice to enjoy God’s blessings in healthy foods, which help me and my family not to feel deprived. God bless!

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  58. Katrina says

    2017 was a good one for me! I got into the nursing program and finished my first semester strong while keeping a home and 4 kids going. 😊

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  59. Kimberly Metheny says

    This year has been a rough year. I’m caring for my mother-in-law , my mother and dad. My dad just passed away Dec 1st. I’ve let my health goals go, but looking to the Lord to help me get back on track so I can be better help to my family.
    These blogs are so encouraging to me. Thanks for all you do!

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  60. Pam says

    My 2017 was a mixed bag of joyfulness, thankfulness, and changes. Our 20 year old grandson ended this year with his induction into Navy boot camp. We are so proud of him and want the best for both him and his younger brother who plans to join the Army!

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  62. Jennifer Forman says

    Starting THM this past July has been such an empowering choice. I am so greatful to have found something that not only works but being surrounded by this community has been even better. Thanks for loving on others.

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  65. Cheryl says

    Hi, there! So happy to “meet” you! I am visiting today for the first time…clicking over from Briana’s blog post. So thankful to join your giveaway! Whew! 2017 has been one of the hardest years for my family and me. SO many trials and hard times, but we are still standing, all glory be to God. We end the year with still-heavy hearts, but much gratitude for all God has brought us through and done for us. Thank you again for your amazing giveaway opportunity!

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  67. Natalie Holland says

    I have lost 30 pounds this year doing THM. I have rheumatoid arthritis and eating low glycemlic foods has basically put me in a remission. I homeschool my 4 children and I love the fact that I don’t hurt like I used to. Of course losing this weight is extra nice too!!! I would love to win your prize. Thank you

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  70. Allison Wilson says

    2017 was a really difficult year for many reasons. Parental health issues, financial issues, and friends with horrible situations really took a toll on us. But, GOD! 🙂

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  71. Wynn Przybycien says

    2017 was a year of growth for our family. As we have watched others close to us struggle it has grown my husband and I closer to each other and to God.

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  74. Janessa P. says

    This year of 2017 held lots of changes for our family and lots of learning to wait on God! We have learned to trust Him so much more!

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  76. Erin Filips says

    This year has been much better. My family is healthy and happy. I’ve also been having success doing keto so I’m feeling great!

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  77. Jo Skidmore says

    2017 was a good year for our household Our daughter graduated the Air Force Academy, now stationed in GA. Our son moved up north to start up a new business and we became empty nesters – woohoo!!! Looking forward to them coming home for the holidays though.

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  79. Laura says

    Just rejoicing and rocking my brand new baby girl. Was off thm while pregnant but know it works for me when I want to lose weight.

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  80. Amy Boone says

    2017 was a year of making better health choices- in July I finally started eating the THM way and I have lost 26 pounds! I have broken my long-standing sugar addiction and I am just so thank ful!

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  85. Desiree M. says

    This was a very difficult year, I found out that a job that I love and have worked at for the past 6 years will be closing in the beginning of 2018. I am a person who eats their emotions. I have struggled to get that under control over the last few months. I hope 2018 is a better year.

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  86. Jackie says

    2017 for me was a roller coaster! For many reasons including problems at preschool with my 4/5 year old as well as a miscarriage in August. And then an amazing school and K teacher at the start of this year. These things have also forced me to reflect more on my hearts desires and get in touch more with God…so even through the hard times, I have been blessed!

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  88. Lisa H. says

    The year has been very busy for me and my family. We moved into new home over the summer. I’ve have finally just about finished unpacking boxes and getting decorated for Christmas! Looking forward to the new year as we settle in our new neighborhood.

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  90. Stacy Bentley says

    I went back to a full time job in April after staying home for 4 years. Thank goodness I’ve already been doing THM for over a year or I probably would’ve thrown in the towel! It’s been an adjustment and a little stressful, not a ton of weight loss this year, but smaller sizes and SO many of the NSV’s.. passing up the unhealthy things at potlucks, donuts EVERY friday (LOL) honestly isn’t too hard b/c I have THM treats in my desk 😉 I’ve learned to keep it simple. I may eat the same snack all week, but that is okay!
    Love your blog and have been a subscriber for a while! 🙂 Thanks for your hard work.

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  91. Kim says

    I feel like 2017 was a pretty good year! I’m staying at home with my toddler while my 5th grader attends the local Christian school. I feel like I could have done better with my THM journey. I think I still haven’t accepted that I am a turtle who has to stay 100% (or pretty close) on plan in order to see any results. I have a hard time being consistent because our lives and fun experiences are so wrapped up around favorite foods and favorite restaurants. Hopefully 2018 will be a year where I can fully commit to the lifestyle and see some physical differences.

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  94. Brandi says

    2017 had many ups and downs in my family but it’s all the precious moments I’ve had with them that make the difference! I’m trying to learn gratitude in my day to day activities.

    P.S. I am a newbie at THM and so far have felt more relaxed with this lifestyle than anything else I have tried! Thank you for your blog and for all the other THM blogs out there!

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  98. Nikki burgedd says

    2017 has been one of the best and worst years. I had my beautiful amazing son Caleb in March. That was definitely a highlight. My husband works in oil and gas so weve had many months of unemployment and unfortunately towards the middle of the year my family lost a very important man in Paul hill. His sudden passing rocked our lives and continues to do so. We also lost my husband’s grandmother a few months ago. Thankfully we have pulled together and our marriage and family are stronger than ever! I also found THM. It has only been a few weeks and I’m struggling to find good ways to keep in plan but I am determined to get healthy and live a better happier life. I’m thankful for this giveaway for introducing these amazing blogs to help me in my new life journey and for all of the amazing generous ladies for doing this for the readers. <3

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  101. ELaina says

    My 2017 was a little crazy but I couldn’t be more thankful. After a scare last year that had us worried that our young daughter had cancer (thankfully, she does not) I cherish every day. Yes, I get bogged down in the “day-to-day” but I cannot be happier that we are all happy and healthy. I’m so glad to have found THM and I’m looking forward to having a healthier 2018.

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  102. Laura L says

    2017 was a bit rough with health and relational issues. I am new to THM and my body responds well to it (health, but not weight yet) – so that is a blessing for the year! Through my issues I have also been super encouraged by the friends and family around me, even when they didn’t know what was going on. 🙂

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  104. Andrea Keeney says

    It has been a difficult year with homeschooling and having a small baby but I am doing the best that I can to get back on track with my eating

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  111. Haley says

    This year has been about learning. Learning to plan meals. Learning to cook planned meals and not run through the closest drive thru for dinner. That’s been the biggest one for me! It’s just so easy to do. And finally, learning to take THM to the fullest! Getting my non starchy veggies in at every meal! 😊

    Thanks for a chance at this giveaway! ❤️

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  113. MJ says

    2017 has had some challenges, but God is faithful. We have the good news of a new grandbaby on the way next summer! Thank you for this giveaway opportunity.

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  116. Barbara says

    Busy busy year!! Began with my mom having a mild stroke in February. Went to Ohio for 3 1/2 weeks then home to hubby before he left for a mission trip to Haiti. Planning and prepping for our week long Campmeeting in June. This includes cleaning, food buying & prepping, cooking for workers, etc. new grand-daughter on August 1!!! Then Campmeeting prep again for Oct. Lots of birthdays!! Christmas shopping!! Wow I’m tired!!

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  119. Liz says

    2017 has been a wonderful year. New adventures in watching children grow. Lots of laughs, even when times are rough…looking for the humor in it all!

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  120. Laura Kaczmarek says

    This year has been good in so many ways! I am thankful that God has provided all of my needs and the needs of my family. We have grown closer, made tough decisions, and have made some wonderful memories along the way. This year has been a big year for me digging into health issues and trying to figure out how to fix this, get healthier and be a better me. I finally decided to turn back to THM after not following the plan for 4 years. It works and I read so many wonderful stories of how eating great food has helped heal so many ailments for many women. How encouraging! Thanks for giving away some wonderful items to help on the journey…so kind of you!

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  121. Rachael says

    2017 has been a growing year in more than one way…growing in self-knowledge, growing physically (baby #4 due in January!), learning new skills (how to homeschool :), etc.

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  123. Laurie T. says

    Thanks for hosting the giveaway! I am thankful to be feeling better now than I was a year ago. I’m starting to feel like I might be able to climb out of the hole I’m in. So that feels good and I’m so thankful to God for the improvement!

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  125. Christa says

    2017 has been a year of figuring out some health issues and trying to heal my body. There’s been some trials and hard spots but lots of growing in the Lord and a wonderful year spent with family and friends!

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  127. Melissa says

    This is such an exciting thing you guys are doing, thank you. 2017 has been a great year for me. I learned about THM and lost thirty pounds this year. I am so blessed to have found such a great community!

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  128. Rose says

    2017 was a beautiful year. We had our 3rd child and had a lot of adventures as well. I’m hoping 2018 is lovely and blessed like 2017.

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  132. Heidi Fluegel says

    It has been a stressful year as I went back to college 15 months ago with 3 kids at home. I’m almost done! One more semester of student teaching, and I can start teaching!

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  133. Becky L says

    2017 was an amazing year. I traveled to 21 National Parks and Monuments and I lost 20 lbs on THM. I started a new RN job in the operating room, which is where I have always wanted to work. Can’t wait to see what 2018 brings!!!

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  137. Annamarie V says

    2017 was one of my worst years so we are hoping that 2018 will be much better. One bright spot to the year is we now have an 8 week old golden puppy and he is a love.

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  138. Laura J Gay says

    We did a lot of traveling around our state camping, biking and metal detecting. I began cooking the THM way a year ago in November and my husband lost 15 lbs.

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  141. Barbara McPurdy says

    This year was full of medical tests for me. I finally found THM and have been trying to learn how to eat healthy but delicious food. I’m excited for the opportunity to win your wonderful products. Thank you for your generosity.

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  143. Martin says

    2017 was a great yr! New baby and job change for my husband so he is now at home. Also thanks to thm we are losing the extra baby weight!

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  145. Anne B says

    What a great give away pack. Love the chocolate cuffin mix from THM. I think the journal idea is a good one. If I don’t win I think this is something I will start in the new year. It will help focus on the good 🙂

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  148. Jo Cooper says

    Hi – 2017 was hard in a lot of ways. But good in that we have relied on God, and he has showered us with grace. Thank you!

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  151. Lianna says

    2017 was a very eventful one! Full of surprises – expanded our farm with Chickens, Geese and Goats … and we have Baby #2 on the way … Phewww!

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  152. Melissa Pallex says

    2017 was a year of learning…mostly learning what HASN’T been working for me and for my family. I’m going to make 2018 the year of taking what I’ve learned and moving forward and growing!

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  153. Lisa says

    I started TJM in April and have lost 32 lbs. I’m beyond excited because even though it’s slow weight loss I know I can keep it up long term. Thm is such a blessing

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  157. Joanna says

    2017 was an even keel year. Hoping for a great 2018 though and getting healthier!
    These giveaways have been nice because I’ve discovered many more thm sites👏🏼

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  158. Esther Jones says

    I’ve had a great year experimenting with THM cooking. I’ve even had opportunities to bake things for the ladies at church. This is such a fun giveaway!

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  160. Gayle says

    This was a year of many changes: new job, home of 35 years for sale, 2 new grandchildren born, plus many more things happening!

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  165. Tanya says

    2017 has been a year of growth and stretching for me. Also a year of appreciating the growth in my husband and kids, and accepting each one of us exactly where we are in our journey. We are all a work in progress!

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  166. GrammaH says

    Thank you for the great giveaway! 2017 has been a good year…there are always ups and downs, but I’m thankful that the Lord is good, ALWAYS!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      It is truly my pleasure! I so love doing giveaways, I just let the cray cray this year get in the way! So glad to hear all these positive attitudes, thanks for participating and good luck to you!

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  167. Karla says

    It’s been a year of rough changes…husband lost his job so we moved cross-country to AZ this summer and in October my 9 yr old son was diagnosed with T1D. Fortunately, the THM recipes and lifestyle kinda prepares us for his new Low Carb diet/lifestyle. Looking forward to a fresh start in 2018.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Oh wow, that is quite a lot in one year! I’m sorry to hear about your son’s diagnosis, but you’re so right! THM has prepared you for nourishing him in a way that is healthy (and the rest of your family). I long to live in AZ, it’s so beautiful. Every time I go there I leave a little piece of my heart! Praying that 2018 will be a year of rest and restoration for you all. Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  169. Shannon Ortega says

    2017 was challenging, hopeful, and a year of learning more of what I truly need in life. Looking forward to fantastic 2018!

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  170. Alicia says

    2017 was like a mixed bag of nuts. There were some goodies (like the pecans!), some so-sos (like the cashews), and some duds (like the Brazil nuts).

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Alicia, I love that analogy! Although I do love Brazil nuts so I’d have to say the duds for me would be walnuts (they irritate the roof of my mouth and I can’t eat them). I hope that 2018 is a big can of deluxe, whole pecans for you! Thanks so much for participating and best of luck in the giveaway!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      I’m so sorry you’re having a rough time. Praying that this rough month ends on a high note for you! I so wish I could send this prize to everyone, we’ll see who the winner is soon. Best of luck to you and thanks so much for participating!

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  173. Nikki Painter says

    I’ts been a great year! I have successfully learned how to take better care of my health and that has been life changing!

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  174. Dawn Zomermaand says

    2017 was a tough year, but one I chose JOY. My mantra now is “in spite of”. Meaning I am choosing JOY in spite of the circumstances in my life. <3 God is good. All the time.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      That is such a great attitude. I’ve had some rough years myself, and in the midst of them I found peace and strength because I chose to lean on and trust God because He most certainly is good. All the time! Praying your 2018 brings a good change in circumstances! Keep up that great attitude! Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  176. Stacey Neubig says

    I am SO glad I found this blog! I have been doing THM for 4 months and I love finding new recipes. Thank you for being so generous! I LOVE giveaways!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Aw thanks Stacey! I’m glad you found it too! There’s so many recipe blogs out there on the interwebs and I’m always grateful and honored when someone stops by and tells me they are happy to find mine! I wish you the best in 2018, keep on THMing! Thanks for participating and good luck to you!

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  177. Hailey Brown says

    2017 was a year filled with new life events – both good and bad. First love, first heartbreak, first “F” in school, first realization about what I want to do for my life’s career, and first time going to Iceland. But 2017 saw my second time going to New Orleans 🙂

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Wow! Those are some pretty important firsts, too! I’m sorry about the broken heart 🙁 What an exciting time of life you are in though, I hope that 2018 brings more exciting firsts (more good than bad of course) and that you continue to grow and adventure. Iceland sounds amazing! Thanks so much for participating, good luck!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      CONGRATULATIONS!! Yay for happy and healthy babies!! Enjoy your precious blessing, they grow up so quickly. My first baby will be 18 next year, my last baby will be 10. Seems like I just blinked and they were all grown up 😉 Thanks for participating and best of luck to you!

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  179. Amelia K says

    2017 has been a good year for me. 2016 was very stressful, so in 2017 I enjoyed everything leveling out and calming down. I also think the stress reduction help me get my IBS under control, so I’m happy to be able to eat a much more varied diet now at the end of 2017 than I was at the beginning of the year!

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  180. Tina says

    2017 has been a very frustrating and discouraging year. All my THM progress was thrown out the window as I ate comfort food to soothe myself. I’m so looking forward to a better 2018. Thank you for your generosity!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      I totally feel you, Tina! As I read your comment, I had a light bulb moment – we call those foods “comfort” foods, but that really is deceiving. The comfort is oh so brief but the DISCOMFORT that follows can linger for a lifetime. I’m choosing to not call those foods that make me feel awful and unhealthy “comfort foods” in 2018. I pray that this coming year is the complete opposite of 2017 for you and you are encouraged and motivated to stay on plan! Thanks so much for participating and good luck!

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  181. Christine Faris says

    2017 has been, frankly, one of the worst years of my life. At the beginning of the year, I was given a necklace with my word for the year stamped into it. This was the word that came to Brittany as she was praying for me. That word : perseverance. When I received my necklace, I sort of pshawed at it. It didn’t take long before I realized that perseverance was exactly what I needed. That + a whole lotta coffee and a whole lotta Jesus.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Christine I am so sorry to hear your year has been so awful. And yet, how wonderful that the Father knew what you needed and let you know ahead of time, right? Sometimes we don’t realize it until we’re on the other side though…btdt! I pray that 2018 will be filled with all that you need, to overflowing, so that you can bless others! Thanks so much for sharing your heart and best of luck to you in the contest!

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  182. Kristal Woods says

    2017 has been a good year overall…but I have struggled in my THM journey with allowing myself to go off plan too often, resulting in weight gain instead of loss or maintaining. I’m determined to get back to a healthier lifestyle.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Girl I’m so there with you. I’ve been doing well these past couple of weeks, mostly because I just decided enough is enough and I’m planning ahead to make sure I always have on plan foods with me where temptations will be present. Last year at this time, I went off the rails and I felt horrible. I don’t want to do that this year! Since you are determined, I believe you will succeed in 2018! Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  183. Marcia says

    2017 was a mixed bag for me, lots of wonderful times filled with some tough moments. Mostly, I feel blessed. Thanks much for asking and for participating in this give-away.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Such a healthy attitude, Marcia! To feel blessed in spite of tough moments is a good thing. I pray 2018 is a huge blessing for you! Thanks so much for participating and I wish you the best of luck!

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  184. Abigail says

    2017 was a blessed year for me and my family. Safety while traveling thousands of miles, opportunities to encourage and be encouraged, and good health for the most part. God is good. Even in the hard times (which I have had this year) He is still good.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Yay for grace! I pray 2018 is just a full of grace for you and maybe a little less crazy busy (unless you like crazy busy lol). Thanks so much for participating, good luck!

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  186. jeanine feldkamp says

    2017 went by so quickly but it was definately a blessed year. our first year celebrating all the Feasts of the Lord and benefiting from all the intimacy with Him that we gain from obedience to Him. our family is closer to Him and one another than ever. 2017 was a truly wonderful year.

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  190. Shawna Bergeron says

    I would love to win this and start the new year out on a good foot. Being pregnant and Christmas time makes for no will power lol. Thank you and Merry Christmas!

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  191. Denise Ordiway says

    2017 has been a year of blessings and hardships. But, without the hardships, I wouldn’t know that the greatest blessing of all, Jesus, can see me through and give me joy and peace in the midst of any trouble! Thanks for sharing your recipes and your life with us!

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  192. Lynette says

    This is a great and terrible year for us. It was great because we traveled a lot and experienced Yellowstone for the first time. It was terrible because my sister battled lung cancer. BUT, praise God, she WON!

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  193. Ashlee says

    2017 wasn’t without it struggles, but overall it’s been a pretty good year. I’m thankful I found THM this year and am on my way to happier, healthier me!

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  194. Susan says

    This year has ended on a rough note (all i can see right now) as we lost our 10th child to a miscarriage last week. He was a surprise, but very wanted. I have seen God’s amazing provision though through the support of friends during the past few weeks and am amazed at the strength God is giving me to face each day as overall i am “handling” things better than i did with my previous miscarriages.

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  195. Tammy Espino says

    2017 was a mix of great & not-so-great. We moved in June to a new state and absolutely LOVE it (great!!)! But, we moved away from our daughter, SIL & grandson (not-so-great!!). I was taken off blood thinners in October (great!!). But, fell in November and am back on them (not-so-great!!). I’m looking forward to starting a new lifestyle in 2018 with THM being at the top of the list!

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  196. Eliya says

    First time on your blog. Excellent!
    This had been an incredible year for me… the birth of our third daughter (who is the happiest baby ever!), God providing a bus to travel/ live in, continued adventures helping my husband share the gospel, meeting lots of great people… And on the list goes. It had not been without its struggles, but God never promises that life will be easy!

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  197. KAREN DION MARTIN says

    This has been a huge year of health issues. many major. Next year starts with my son’s wedding. I want to be healthy .. Blessings to all!

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  198. Carrisa Barajas says

    Thanks for doing a giveaway! 2017 has been a life-changing year, welcoming our second child into the world, who is the first granddaughter on both sides of our families!

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  201. Sarah Oswald says

    2017 was a busy year for our entire family we had a wedding we had to help plan for a nephew of ours a few babys to be and a few first birthdays but it was all joyful.

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  202. Peggy says

    It has been a tough year trying to fix what I have ruined on thm. This is my third year did so well my first, started cheating my second year and now I am struggling to get back what I have put on. I am going to keep on plugging on and I know I can make my fourth yr much better. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  203. Jennifer T. says

    2017 has been an incredible year, yet has been a hard year for health. I’m doing my best to stay healthy by eating healthy and finding time to rest. I am so very Thankful to God for His abundant Grace and I look forward to 2018.

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  205. Linda Guenther says

    So, I went back and saw the question, and I’ll try again. 2017 was a difficult year with some significant health & personal hurdles. I started THM in September, and connected with the Facebook community. I have been so uplifted by the positive atmosphere there, by people who will drop everything and pray for each other. And, then, there is the great health benefit of eating all the great foods! So, what started out as a tough year ended up on a much better note, and I expect 2018 will be absolutely awesome!

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  206. Jessica Bailey says

    2017 has been a wonderful year! It was crazy, busy and seemed to fly right by, but it was full of many blessings! I am thankful for each day, even the stressful ones. I can’t wait to see what next year will bring for our family. My prayers is always good health! Thank you for the chance to win this generous giveaway! Merry Christmas!

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  208. Catherine says

    2017 was a wonderful year full of God’s blessings and His grace. I’m thankful when we mess up He’s a God of second chances . I’m looking forward to 2018 and all God has in store for our family

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  209. Kathie says

    2017 was a year of answered prayer that stretched me farther than I thought it would but I learned much about me and the LORD

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  211. Barb says

    2017 has been year of faith building. We’ve been through a lot, but we are so grateful for the Lord’s provision, protection, and love through it all.

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  213. Christina S says

    It was a tough year for our family. I didn’t do very well at sticking to my THM goals. BUT God’s grace is new every morning. I can only be thankful. I’m really looking forward to 2018.

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  214. Kate says

    2017 was a whirlwind year with giving birth to a new baby, moving into our first home, and my husband starting up his own business! Lots of firsts this year, and lots of unknowns – God will provide 🙂

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  216. Tina Miceli says

    2017 has been one of the hardest years. I’ve lost loved ones and have had some health issues. To be honest, it has been a struggle to cope at times. However, I am blessed to have hope in God and will continue to trust in Him to bring me through each day.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      I’m so sorry it’s been so hard for you this year. Always hard to lose loved ones and health issues make it rough to cope indeed. You have a fantastic attitude and I know He is faithful and good and will be with you every step of the way. Praying 2018 brings peace, comfort, and restoration to you! Thanks for participating and good luck!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Aw thanks so much, I’m so glad you love them! Harley girl here, too! Well, mostly my hubby but I go along for the ride 😉 Thanks so much for participating and good luck!

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  218. Rachel J says

    2017 was a year of a little bit better sleep, as my 3 yr old is finally sleeping better at night. this is huge!! Sleep is about as important as the food you eat!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      So, so, so true! So much of your body’s healing and repair happens while we sleep. Speaking of which, I need to get to bed soon. I’m overwhelmed by the response to this giveaway! I’m so enjoying reading everyone’s comments…but it’s going to take a while to get through them all!! Glad you are sleeping better, thanks so much for participating and good luck to you!

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  221. Monica says

    2017 was filled with blessings and also filled with trials. We live and work overseas and our visa was taken from us so we are trying to see what God has planned for our future and if we should continue serving overseas. My husband struggles with depression and anxiety and this was a bad year for him. We have 1 granddaughter already and a new granddaughter was born a few weeks ago so that was a huge blessing but we couldn’t afford to fly back to the states to see her so that was rough. I’ve been on the THM plan for almost 2 years and have only lost 15 pounds but still have such a long way to go…turtle for sure! Overall, I thank God for all that He’s been doing in my life and pray that 2018 is filled with His abundant blessings.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Oh my goodness, can you just imagine dealing with all of that while NOT being on THM? You may be a turtle, but you’re still nourishing your body in a good way. I know I find that it’s easier to deal with stress when I feel better physically and I’m not putting a bunch of unhealthy foods into my body. I stand in agreement with you and pray that 2018 will be filled to overflowing for you and for your husband to be delivered from depression! Thanks so much for participating and good luck to you!

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  222. Crystal R says

    2017 was a busy, busy year. I have three teenagers, a large extended family, and we added goats to our farm this month. (Before we only had chickens and cats.) It has certainly been a blessed year, hardships and all.

    I hope 2018 will a blessing for us all.

    Thank you for doing this giveaway!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Whew, that sure does sound busy! Goats are so funny, and chickens are a hoot! Glad your year has been blessed, I pray it continues into 2018 and beyond! It’s truly my pleasure to do this giveaway, thanks for participating and good luck!

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  223. Tina says

    2017 has been a good year for me, though a year of changes. (I know have 3 children moving into adult life away from home, one teenager still at home, and I went back to work part time afte being home for 23 years. It’s all very good and I am blessed, but it has been a year of changes.) 🙂

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Big changes for sure! Sounds like you’ve got a great attitude too, that helps so much. Here’s to a wonderfully blessed 2018! Thanks for participating and good luck to you!

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  225. Jennifer says

    2017 has been a challenging year, and I haven’t done well with staying on plan. I have started back exercising, so my goal for 2018 is to get/stay on plan.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      It can be so hard to stay on plan when life is challenging! One thing that helps me is to try and plan ahead and have some kind of on-plan snack or meal with me when I’m away from home. I’m not always perfect about that but when I am prepared I find myself less likely to go off the rails 😉 Go you for exercising! That’s one thing I’ve really let go since I hurt my back last year. It’s fine now though, no more using that as an excuse lol. I pray the new year is filled with strength and determination to do what is best for your health. Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  226. Kari says

    Merry Christmas!!
    I need to go back and try your baobab cran muffins again! Any luck in the coffee cake trials?

    I hope this Christmas and new year greet you with open arms and endless opportunities and good health!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Thanks so much Kari! I have not had a chance to work on the coffee cake trials yet, it’s pretty cray cray in my life right now! Too many holiday caterings lol. I will get to it as soon as I can!

      I pray you have an abundantly blessed year full of all the goodness of God’s very best! Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  227. Teresa Beachy says

    2017 was a year completely different than anything I ever thought, planned, or expected. On Dec 14, 2016 my 74-year-old father was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and I moved home to care for him through major surgery followed by 6 months of chemotherapy. But I can testify that the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, meekness, etc. no matter what our circumstances.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      A-MEN! So much truth there. Praying for healing for your dear father, and that the fruit of the spirit continues to grow and ripen within you in the coming year. Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  229. Brittany Aguirre says

    This year has been a year of change for me. We went from a small town to Los Angeles and also had a baby. Its been hard but wonderful. Can’t wait to see what the next year brings!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Woah! That’s a lot of changes! I’m not a big-city girl, I can’t imagine lol. Congrats on the new baby, I pray the new year is full of blessings for you. Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  232. Ginna says

    2017 has been ok, I think 2018 is going to be much better. 😀😀😀❤️🎄🎄❤️⚡️🌟✨🎉🎊 can’t wait for Christmas and a brand new year

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      I know what a blessing it is to receive something you wouldn’t otherwise be able to get so I’m very happy to do it! I also very much appreciate the visits to my blog and people using my affiliate links when shopping online, the small income from that helps make it possible for me to do giveaways like this! Thanks so much for participating and best of luck to you!

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  234. Hannah says

    2017 got better as the year went. Down 22 lbs since September on THM. I’m finally starting to feel like myself again!

    Thank you for sponsoring a give away!

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  236. Wynne says

    Love the prizes and all the bloggers joining together to help THMers enjoy your treats. I want to start THM and be faithful. My health is not good because of my weight. I believe this is the plan to follow but I am dragging my feet. I find the S, E, etc hard to understand. I am very conditioned in calorie counting, point counting and this is a really new way to look at food. Thanks for all you do for others.

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      There’s some awesome prizes for sure! I sure do love doing things like this! It can be tricky learning a new way to think about food, but then you had to do that to figure out calorie counting and keeping track of points too, right? 😉 You can do it! Maybe focus on one type for a bit until you feel comfortable with that fuel type. S meals are basically “low carb” and more satisfying than the E meals which are “low fat”. E can still be satisfying though, when you find something that you love and that nourishes your body you’ll feel satisfied in spite of low fat. If you don’t have the new plan book, I want to encourage you to get it (your local library might even have a copy or can get one through interlibrary loan if your library does that) and read it. It really does help! Thanks for participating and good luck to you!

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  237. terisa tengler says

    Stressful. My oldest finished up her last year of university graduating magna cum laude while dealing with physical pain and tons of severe migraines. Three weeks later she married and moved out of state. Then two of my closest friends moved out of state. Many in our families were friends so all of us lost dear friends. Many deaths. Difficult times, but good times too. I’ve been sick since Thanksgiving so I’m looking forward to a healthy holiday season!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      I’m so sorry you’ve had such a stressful year! Congratulations on your oldest’s graduating with such honors and overcoming such difficulties. I pray this new year brings healing and comfort to broken hearts and good health for you! Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  240. joyce says

    this year (2017) we welcomed our 5th grandchild into our family and said goodbye to our two adult daughters who were still living at home and decided to move out on their own (one 2 miles away, the other 5 1/2 hours away); the downside to this year was making a very difficult decision to leave the church where we had served for 31 years and move on to another church family

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Congratulations on your new grandchild! And wow, those are some big changes this year! I know I’m not ready for my babies to move out but it will happen before I know it. I know how hard it is to make that decision to leave a church where you’ve been for a long time, I pray your new church family is a blessing and 2018 is filled to overflowing with God’s goodness. Thanks for participating and good luck!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      I’m so glad it’s a hit! I had a hard time making up my mind what to put together that fit within my budget lol. Unfortunately, my budget doesn’t usually match my heart 😉 You’re going into 2018 with a great attitude that’s half the battle, right? Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  243. Cyndy says

    A year of yin and yang. I was able to bring my elderly grandma home from the care facility. I am so glad for this but as her caregiver and homeschooling mom of 4, I can feel spread a bit thin at times. I have lost (and may I never find again 😉 ) 30 lbs since March and now weigh what I did before I had kids. Yay! I love THM!

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    • Dawn Yoder says

      Oh bless your heart, that is quite a load to bear! I so love hearing of family taking care of their elders. I know it’s not always possible, but I think it’s wonderful when a family can do that. It is understandable that you feel spread thin at times! Congrats on the weight loss, and I pray you find strength and endurance for the new year. Thanks for participating and good luck!

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  246. Susan Dorman says

    As far as THM goes, it was so-so. Other things went better. I have a beautiful new granddaughter born in Nov. We just met her for the first time a few days ago.

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  248. Ginger says

    God is teaching me to live in the now – the stage of life that I am currently in and to live it to the best that I can instead of wishing or hoping for the next stage. 🙂

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  250. Sonja Gormley says

    2017 was a good year overall, not the best year for my waistline as I got off track on my meal plans and tried some different diet options which left me frustrated and eating off plan foods. But I’m excited to get back on plan with thm and loose the 15 pounds that I’ve gained back.

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  251. Geneva Atchison says

    Hi! thank you for having this giveaway! I appreciate you sharing recipes and tips. I am 5 months in on my thm journey, with no plans to “give it up” for any other way of eating. 💗

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  256. Sarah says

    2017 has been a good year. Went to PA to see my dad, whom I hadn’t seen in 21 years. Visited a few cousins, and spent lots of time with family. ♡

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  257. Kris W. says

    No fire or flood, but still not a favorable year. Looking forward to a new beginning in 2018. Would be great to end 2017 on a high note if I won one of the giveaways.

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  258. Kimberly V says

    Thank you for participating in this wonderful giveaway! 2017 was a year of changes and challenges and 2018 appears to be the same. Good things are on the horizon!

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  259. Lonni says

    2017 has not been my favorite year. Here’s hoping that 2018 will be better. Hopefully with the help of THM, I’ll be able to lose weight and feel better about myself.

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  262. Kimery says

    Weight wise – I’ve held in there pretty good. With a whirlwind dating/romance/wedding of a daughter, on-the-job injury for husband’s knee that took 10 months for them to correct and a fast-tracked melanoma diagnosis, subsequent surgery and ‘nothing further to be done’ but pay bills (and he must be seen quarterly the rest of his life), 2017 has been crazy. I’m hoping for a ‘lull year’ this coming year – getting out of debt would be splendid – but staying healthy is top-notch!

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  264. Joellen says

    This has been a rough year. I had worked hard to lose weight, but then we were hit with a major health crisis. I gained all the weight back and then some. I’m trying to get back on track, but constant sleep deprivation and trying to fine tune insulin doses for my newly diagnosed kid with Type 1 diabetes have made it hard to focus on my health. Next year will be better, right?

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  266. April says

    To be honest, 2017 has been a really rough year for me. But God has been using the tough times to teach me and make me a stronger person. What the devil means for evil; God will use it for good. <3

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  267. Heidi Stoltzfus says

    Thanks for sponsering this giveaway…it’s been a challenging year to say the least.. but I’m so thankful to God for His GOODNESS…and HIS Son 🙂 Merry Christmas!!

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  268. MrsSkiz says

    First I want to say thank you for the giveaway, it would be wonderful to win. 2017 has been a year of ups and downs for our family. Our only daughter got married in January which was great but then later in the year my mother had a stroke and is recovering very well but two weeks ago we lost our miniature Schnauzer fur baby to diabetes. My comfort and belief is he is now healthy and happy in heaven with my father who we lost in 2015. I’ve been trying to start THM and with God’s grace will succeed on my personal journey to get healthy in 2018.

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  269. Tara Twining says

    2017 was crazy (and not necessarily the good kind)! I was working at a gas station and fell completely “off the wagon.” Wanted to pay off non-mortgage debt faster but it wasn’t worth it. Quit in June but have steadily gained to hit my highest non-pregnancy weight! My 28 year old, seemingly healthy mama of 4 friend, had a heart attack after Thanksgiving. HUGE wake up call as heart disease is common in my family. Going to kick off after-Christmas with THM all the way! (Would start earlier but have no control of the food/goodies at holiday festivities – nor the amount of time we have to spend there surrounded by all that is unhealthy! lol)

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  271. Alicia says

    This is so sweet that you all are doing these giveaways! Thank you for the opportunity. My reflection of 2017 has been a bit of a roller coaster. I’m hoping to get a better grasp of THM for 2018.

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  272. Carrie says

    Such a generous way to finish the year with these amazing giveaways! 2017 was a year of surprises for our family. I like to think it was a year of personal growth and discipline, too. Looking forward to what 2018 might hold! Thanks so much!!

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  273. L. Schrader says

    Sept. 2016-June 2017 was a very rough period for my family. We were led to believe our firstborn was dying of leukemia. Praise the Lord she is NOT dying of leukemia and Praise the Lord for saving her soul on June 20th!!! I started THM on Aug 02. To date I have lost 48 lbs. I feel better and lighter and closer to Him than I ever have. I love all the THM on facebook and the blogs I’ve found!

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  274. Melanie says

    THis year was a very hard one. Major life changes and heartache. The Lord walked with us every step of the way for which I am grateful. I am so glad that my health is where it is because of THM and this way of eating. Praying for a new year full of love, no fear, and the Lords peace.

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  278. Cheryl Ethridge says

    2017 certainly has had its challenges, but God has been so faithful to myself and to my family! I am Very thankful for God‘s continual work in our lives! 🙌❤️

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  279. Amy says

    2017 was a rough year. Early in the year, we lost two of my husband’s grandparents and everything went downhill from there. My stress & anxiety increased, resulting in my leaving my job to focus on me for once. Ready to tackle THM in the new year

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  282. Melinda says

    2017 was a little stressful, my husband was on travel a lot, we sold our house and worried about being laid off…still not sure when but he knows it’s coming. Hoping for a better 2018!

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  284. Pam says

    2017 was a great year. Some changes and some new adventures. Lots of memories made. A little sad to see it go as 2018 brings with it my oldest graduating high school and off to college. Life will be different.

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  287. Julia Christenson says

    2017 brought an unexpected baby and then postpartum depression for the first time ever! Would love to get back on track with THM and lose my extra weight!!

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  288. Ashley Moody says

    I would love this gift set. I’ve been doing THM for 10 months now and have lost 50lbs and have been wanting to try these mixes.

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  291. Jessica Armstrong says

    Hi! Thank you for this opportunity. 2017 was a year full of change, financial hardship, self-discovery, and ultimately family. My career of over 14 years ended last December when my company was bought out. I took my severance with the intention of enjoying my kids and being a stay at home mom for a few months for the first time in their lives (they are 8 and 10). I had no idea how hard it would be to find a position after being out of the job market for almost 6 months. Things are tight but I’m trying to keep positive and pray that my resumes will make it into the right hands and that someone will be willing to give me a chance to embrace a new career path and share my knowledge, commitment, and passion for learning and problem solving.

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  292. Leigh Green says

    This year has been a struggle with me and THM. Chronic pain keeps me from planning and shopping like I’d like to. But I do the best I can when I feel like it and give myself grace when I don’t do as well. Thankful for the support I feel from all the bloggers and fellows Mamas.

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  298. D Hicks says

    2017 had it’s ups and downs. The best part was getting our first grandbaby, a beautiful little girl. The worst part was spending over a month in the hospital with our brain-damaged 44 year old daughter. I also had both knees replaced in the last year and my husband got a pacemaker last Friday. An eventful year, but God has been there to carry us through it all.

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  303. Lorie Brunner says

    2017 was exciting. We made some healthy choices as well as adding a new granddaughter and a new daughter-in-law. Hoping 2018 is just as exciting!!

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  304. Amanda Jabczynski says

    Merry CHRISTmas and God bless you and the other bloggers for all of your dedication to bring us healthy and delicious foods!

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  307. Christine says

    2017 was a very busy year for us with a couple major changes. Looking forward to hopefully a calmer year. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  308. Sheryl says

    It was a full year, but I found it hard to stick to THM after having a really good year and a half on plan. Trying to get back into a good eating routine.
    Thanks for the great giveaway!

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  311. Jen Hubert says

    This year has been emotional rollercoaster that I am now able to control! Thank you for your recipes that are getting my life back on track!

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  313. Dale says

    Wait…what?! 2017 is almost OVER? Yes, it went by that fast. I had meant to start following THM and somehow it never happened. As each year passes a few more pounds pile on…just as my mother said they would. Oh, how I wish she were here to cheer me on and follow this lovely plan with me. I’ve got all the THM books and have joined the Unofficial FB group to read the book in January…and here I am, in 2018 already. May this be the year!

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  315. Jan Cook says

    2017 has been a year of ups and downs. We moved into a new home so my sweet mama could come stay with us and she passes away 2 wks later. She had Alzheimer’s so it has been a long goodbye. She was a devoted follower of Jesus. I have wafted back and forth between THM, weight watchers, and Keto. THM has my heart though because there is so much positive encouragement from other mamas. I KNOW it’s the right lifestyle for me. Thanks to all the blogger mamas for giving us so many wonderful recipes and continued support. Merry Christmas!

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  317. Kathy says

    I am finally back on THM wagon after two years off. So glad I have been able to stick to it so far. Thank you for offering goodies to make it easier 😊

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  320. Karie says

    2017 was tough, but God has blessed us so much. I’m thankful for new opportunities!
    Thank you for hosting this give away.

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  322. Lara Ponchot says

    2017 was an interesting year for me! Lots of personal hardships, but I stuck it out, worked on myself, and ended the year better than ever! Learning who I am and that I can work through any issues that arise has been so self redeeming! Enjoying the end of the year and the beautiful Christmas season with my gorgeous family! Excited for what 2018 has to bring!

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  323. Jenna Hoekwater says

    2017 has been a great year! Just finished my first semester of college and looking forward to what God has ahead of me!

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  328. Kristina S says

    2017 was a year of totally listening to the Lord. Some things the Lord asked didn’t make sense at the time but He was asking me to trust HIM in all things.

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  330. Ashley DeGraaf says

    2017 was better than 2016. We spent a lot of time healing from and processing and moving on from lessons learned in 2016. 2018 is looking even better with baby #4 on the way! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  332. Kelly says

    2017 has had some challenges but I believe I have truly grown from them. THM is a learning process for me and much needed to due to health issues but I’m trusting in the grace of this plan. Especially thankful for all of the wonderful bloggers who have kept me motivated and encouraged. Thanks for all you do and looking forward to a THM 2018 success story!

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  336. Priscilla Shaw says

    I will be honest, 2017 was a struggle. Still struggling to get healthy and drop all this weight. I cave into peer pressure way to easy. Struggling to have all items necessary to stay on plan. But I try to make the better choices.may not be the best, but not the worst by far. Kept the weight off.but really need to lose more. For myself and for my 6 y/o daughter. Going to keep trying. 😀 (brave face)

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  337. Rebecca says

    2017 was a fast year. It was disappointing sometimes but joyful at others. God certainly blessed our year and provided much safety and provision. I can’t complain.

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  339. Miranda says

    Thanks for this giveaway! My year has been crazy, and I’m surprised it’s already coming to an end. We have moved three times this year!

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  344. Bethany Wadsworth says

    It’s been a heartbreaking year. A lot of loss in the family. Unfortunately, I think a lot of people have experienced the same this year. I have learned that through it all, I still have so so much to be thankful for. I am truly blessed!!

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  346. Rebecca Hicks says

    This was an especially busy year and I’m pretty sure next year will be, too. Just trying to stay focused that this busyness is just a season and it is a blessing.

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  350. Denise Henson says

    2017 was a terrible year for me and my family. My younger sister spent 92 days in ICU. She is home but still not doing well. Praying 2018 will bring health to her and happiness to our family.

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  352. Molly says

    It’s tough to sum up in a few words what this year has brought. Sent the last two kids off to college and I walked away from my job working for someone else and started building my own dream by becoming self employed!!! I’m blessed beyond words and wake up amazed every day that I get to do this!

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  353. Amanda says

    Hmmm 2017 had been partly hard and partly fun. Lost another 30 lbs on thm and have gotten pretty fit. Still have 40-60 lbs to go.

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  356. Rhonda says

    2017 has mostly been a great year. We bought a new house, went on our first big family vacations, and found out that Baby #5 is coming soon!

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  357. Carleigh McClure says

    I fell off the bandwagon this year and gained 20 pounds of 50 that I had lost. But at the end of October I jumped back on and have lost 8 again. Looking forward to losing the rest!!

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