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Gina Whitaker
I am working hard to meet my goal of losing 70 pounds. I started May 4, 2009 with Weight Watchers, and am halfway there. I am NOT going to give up my journey to a healthier, lighter me in the New Year!!

Amy Aldinger
Wine.

Katy Meter
My faith in humankind. I will continue to focus on countless acts of kindness and goodwill counteracting all the negativity reported by the media. Many blessing to us all in the upcoming year.

Leslie St. John
I will not give up red wine, dark chocolate, and at least one media guilty pleasure—currently, Mad Men.

Anonymous
I am not giving up chocolate or sex!

Kelly Swanson
Cookie dough and full-fat lattes are staying in my life!

Jen Kaplan
I am not giving up working with women in the community to know their bodies when pregnant and to have faith in the natural process of birth. Even though I have a family and am really busy, I will not give up my advocacy for what I know is right and helpful for all women.

Tasha Johnson
Nothing! I never give up anything for New Years, which is why I am, once again, not going to sacrifice anything in my life. I love who I am, what I do, and the decisions I make. Everything I do—whether good or bad—is part of my life story: unfolding with grace, determination, and acceptance.

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