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"The real winners are not just those at the top but those who have come the farthest over the toughest roads. Your victory may never make the headlines. But you will know about it, and that's what counts." ~ Ernest A. Fitzgerald

I saw this quote on someone's facebook page today and I thought it was PERFECT for this coming weekend! It sounds so cliche to say that we are ALL winners, regardless of how we place, but I think this quote really speaks to that subject. Every competitor that is stepping on stage tomorrow/Saturday has put so much hard work and dedication into their prep. It's a very tough road to the stage...It takes many days of training hard, practicing posing, avoiding unhealthy foods and instead focusing on clean and perfectly portioned foods. It's tough. Very tough. That's why everyone is victorious in their own way and as I've said a million times before, I truly admire everyone for working so hard to step on stage! You are all REAL winners, especially in a society that is so focused on insane amounts of sugar/fat/calories and a sedentary lifestyle! I can't wait to see all of you get up there and ROCK IT!

As for me...I'm feeling pretty good! I would have to say that yesterday was my first day feeling 'out of it' and tired. This morning was my last depletion workout and I have one more session with my best friend tonight: The Stepmill. Then I'm done :) It's taking a lot of drive from WITHIN to get me through today! I'm just feeling tired and my legs are feeling weak, yet I know that I need to push through and give this everything that I have! I can't tell you how many times I've prayed for strength - And trust me, He ALWAYS follows through ;) So I'm ready for Saturday to arrive so that I can wake up and hit the stage with everything in me. I'm ready to shine and I'm ready to watch all the other women shine as well! Oh, I just can't wait! Overall, I'm feeling peaceful, confident and excited for Saturday!

I'll check back in before I hit the stage to let you all know how things are going! Enjoy these next couple days. They are PRICELESS...Whether you are a competitor or a supporter, these moments are AMAZING and priceless (along with EVERY moment!) So ENJOY! Soak it up...Make the most of it - Reach out to people and make friends!

Stay Strong. Stay Focused. Let the Lord's Light SHINE!

Diane

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