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One of the biggest questions anyone faces when they lose weight or make a major life change is, “Now what?” 

 

With my new book, Finding It, I’m doing my very best to answer that question for myself. My son Wolfie is growing up and falling in love, and let’s face it, getting your sex talk from Eddie Van Halen wasn’t recommended in any of the parenting books I read. 

 

As my relationship with my boyfriend Tom has deepens, we face new challenges in blending our families. Being with him and learning about his faith, I’ve realized that I crave a deeper sense of spirituality. I have experienced days of inner peace and connectedness with a larger spirit – twice. Why not more often? What I’ve learned is God wants you to enjoy desserts – even when you’re on a diet. 

 

Yes, dieting fixes one problem, but to maintain that weight loss, you have to work on everything else. Finding It is my version of “everything else!” My publisher Free Press has put together a busy schedule of signings and appearances for me.  Please come out and see me! 

 

My very best to you ~ Val.


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+3 #1 Christine Macdonald 2010-01-02 21:16
I'm sure you hear this all the time. I must tell you from my heart... you have inspired me so much through your actions and words on the page. So many of us are emotional eaters and it's wonderful to read your books and know you 'get it'. I am always striving to be my best, and after reading "Finding It", you reminded me that, unless I believe I deserve it, I will always sabotage myself before attaining it. Thank you for your honesty and support. The yo-yo-ing for me is finally going to stop. You reminded me that I am worth it.

Aloha from Laguna Beach,
Christine
 
 
+1 #2 jim kelley 2010-01-19 21:13
valerie, i just wanted to take a minute and tell you how much i enjoyed both your books. i found them to be very honest, inspirational, and refreshing.i have been a big fan for many years.
thanks, jim kelley
 
 
+2 #3 Jennifer Evans 2010-02-09 15:37
Hi Valerie. I have just checked out your new website and I love it! For Christmas, I received your new book and DVD. They both continued to inspire me to lead a healthy lifestyle. I am finally on track and am certain this is a permanent lifestyle change for me. You are one of the people who have motivated me. I have lost 25 pounds since last Oct '09 and now classify myself as a RUNNER! I hated running as a kid but now I look forward to it. I ran my first ever 5k this past Dec. and am now aiming for a 10k in June. Good luck with the Boston Marathon...WOW! Can't wait to hear all about your training and how the race goes. Thanks again for setting up this website. I will check in often. Btw, You & Christopher really work me hard in the DVD...I'm really enjoying the workout.
 
 
+2 #4 Laura Cross 2010-03-04 01:24
Hi Valerie,I read both your books and have your dvd. I also (after much thought) joined Jenny Craig, I just finished my first week and wanted to say I lost 7 lbs count them 7 lbs. Im so excited. Im already feeling better. I have actually slept better and felt more energetic. I am adding excercise this week.
I hope it continues.
Thanks, for the encouragement.
 
 
#5 carole foldenauer 2010-05-03 22:23
I just finished reading both your books, back to back, and found your story very inspiring. I could relate to so many of your experiences which I truly appreciate since addiction (both addiction to food,and dealing with others' addictions) is so isolating. I have come to think of you as "Our lady of perpetual maintenance" and plan to get there myself. In the meantime I have 50 lbs of shame and gluttony to shed, one ounce at a time. Thank you for sharing your hard-earned wisdom. Congratulations on Boston, the new show, and the big 5-oh!
 
 
#6 Nancy Metsch 2010-05-05 17:42
I am almost done with finding it. This book has inspired me to really try to loose the weight I have. It is a struggle. But reading about how you made losing weight work for has put me in a really good mindset....Thank you
 
 
#7 Nancy Metsch 2010-05-06 01:01
I just finished finding....It was a very good book. I understood how you felt about finding G-D. I also want to tell you I think you have a really great relationship with Wolfie...
 
 
+1 #8 Deb Anger 2010-05-25 23:36
Loved the book !! Sat and read it in one day I couldn't put it down. As others have said, very inspiring - funny - just GREAT !! I keep it on my night table and read bits of it everyday, it is full of great advice !! Thank you !
 
 
#9 Melinda Carris 2010-06-12 01:41
Valerie, just finished reading Finding it. When I began reading, I was reading from a library book. I knew very few pages in that this was a book I needed to own so I could highlight - and read over and over again.

My weight has yo-yo'd all my life. Not to take away from your book, but many passages I could have written myself - that's how well I could relate!

I didn't realize I was an emotional eater. Just knowing that about myself helps tremendously.

Thanks for exposing yourself (not just in a bikini!) to others to help us on our journey.

May God continue to bless you.
 
 
#10 Roxanne 2010-07-26 17:19
I just finished your first book, and I didn't even know you had a 2nd. So, I was glad to find your website. Thanks for allowing us to connect with you. How you were so detailed about your past amazed me - just to see you dive back into those moments in your life with such description was amazing. Thank you for your candor and honesty. I am fast approaching size 12s if I don't change my approach to my relationship with food. Never realized how my relationship with food had more to do with my own personal relationship with self and past relationships. Thank you for opening my eyes. I can't wait to read Finding it!
 
  

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