Friday Notes – July 30, 2010

by admin on July 30, 2010

The Operation Beautiful book comes out in FOUR DAYS!  Can you believe it?  Get ready to be inspired!  More information on the book, including how you can preorder it, is available here!

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Stephanie posted this note at the fertility specialist:

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Rachel wrote, “I was in borders yesterday browsing through the Teen Books, when I saw the “Clique” series. Although I don’t know the specifics, I know its about self hate and striving to be perfect. It got me down about life. That’s when I saw a little yellow paper stuck to the wall. It said “Smile, Gorgeous, the sun shines just for you.” That made my day, especially considering what series it was by.”

 

Elizabeth wrote, “My friend Maya and I have always loved the idea of Operation Beautiful.   So back in our small town of East Aurora, New York we put out a few notes of our own, along with some roses!”

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Here’s some thoughts on the mantra “Real Women Have Curves:”  Sarah wrote, “I’ve read Operation Beautiful for quite a while now and I love the fantastic stories and ideas. It’s a great idea and a fantastic cause. But every once in a while, I see a message that says, “Real women have curves.” Even though I’m accused of being anorexic occasionally, I’m not – I eat more than the average cow. But I have a high metabolism, so I don’t have a lot of curves. So that kinda docks my confidence when I see it.”  Remember – all women are beautiful, curvy or not!

 

Shannon wrote, “I just posted my first ever Operation Beautiful notes in the gym’s locker room – one on a mirror where a lot of ladies do their makeup, and one on the scale.”

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Allison wrote, “I just got my Operation Beautiful book in the mail today! I pre-ordered it from Barnes & Noble, and it was shipped early.  Receiving the book couldn’t have come at a better time. I’m about to spend the weekend shopping, swimming, and eating with my mom, younger sister, and grandmother. All three generations of our family have a self image issue. I’m excited to show them the book, and I’m sure they’ll be purchasing their own!  My worst fear used to be that my future daughters would grow up with the insecurities about their bodies that I have. Thanks to the healthy living blog community and Operation Beautiful, that no longer frightens me. I know I now live a lifestyle that is worth showing young girls.”

 

Rhonda posted these notes:

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If you love Operation Beautiful, JOIN THE MISSION!  It’s easy to participate.  Post a note, take a pic, and e-mail it to Caitlin at OperationBeautiful@gmail.com.  Spread the love and spread the TRUTH!  You are beautiful, too! All the notes go up on the site!

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Thursday Notes – July 29, 2010

July 29, 2010

The Operation Beautiful book comes out in FIVE DAYS!  Can you believe it?  Get ready to be inspired!  More information on the book, including how you can preorder it, is available here!

 
Hannah wrote, “Here is a note my sister and I put under the glass on a table at Maidrite.”

Kris wrote, “I spent several [...]

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Wednesday Notes – July 28, 2010

July 28, 2010

Kelly wrote, “I posted this in a bookstore.”

Heather found this note! Did you post it?  She wrote, “I was at Target today and saw this in the bathroom. Thank you!”

Jessica found one, too!  She wrote, “I saw this posted at Pick’n Save in South Milwaukee, WI!! This website is wonderful! Thank you!  I [...]

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Tuesday Notes – July 27, 2010

July 27, 2010

The Operation Beautiful book drops in less than a WEEK!  Check out the details here: www.operationbeautiful.com/book/

 
Remember this note from yesterday?  Katie found it in a bathroom.

Well, we located the mystery poster!  Ari wrote, “I’m the one who posted the note in Jacksonville, Oregon.   I posted it in the bathroom during a concert at [...]

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Monday Notes – July 26, 2010

July 26, 2010

Check out the latest guest post about body after baby:  The Size of Your Heart, Not the Size of Your Clothes.  And have you pre-ordered the book yet?  Only a week left until publication!

 
Katie from Jacksonville, Oregon found this note in a public bathroom!  Did you post it?

Danielle wrote, “So I heard about [...]

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