Daily Post--1/24/08

I am late! I have no excuse! I did get two teeth filled this afternoon, but this post should have gone up before noon... Sorry!! SO, today's question is this: Do you think that we have benefited from having the buddy/partners in this challenge OR do you think it was a flop? Some of you have had good experiences and some no so good. DO YOU WANT NEW BUDDIES NEXT ROUND or do we just stick with our existing buddy and let anyone who needs a new one be matched up again??? FEEDBACK PLEASE!! Lea

Lea, No need for you to say sorry for posting late- you are so sweet for doing this, it is a lot of work. If anyone gets upset then tell them to step up if they think they can do better. As far as buddies go I think if someone wants a new buddy they can post and ask for one, you have done so much already we should not be adding more to your plate then you already have. If someone is not happy we are all grown up and can ask on here for ourselves. This is a great resource we just need to use it, I myself think it is hard to post everyday and read all the posts but am keeping up. I think I only missed one day for posting but what about having weekly chats or weekly discussion points instead of daily posts? Less work for you? But we can all just post if we have questions or concerns? Just an idea and maybe it would be easier on you? Thanks again for all your hard work! Hugs, Jenni

I enjoy speaking with my buddy and would like to keep her.

I have greatly benefited from having a buddy. Its been great. I think that with next round i wouldn't mind sticking with the buddy i have. Krissy

I agree, no apology needed...keeping up with the posts and challenge is a full-time job! I knew I wouldn't have time for a buddy, so didn't sign up for one...so can't comment...just like to participate in the posts. Thanks for doing this challenge--I'm really enjoying the posts and the support.

I think new buddies so that we get a chance to meet and get to know more people....

Why not let people stay with the ones they want to stay with and those who want a new buddy, either because it didn't work out, or because they want to get to know new people get new buddies? I think the idea of buddies is a great one, but in truth, it's only as good as the people participating, so if it ain't broke let's not fix it. If you want a new buddy, speak up. How about that?

No need to apologize... we all have our own busy lives... I'm finding I've been on OH too much myself lately... I need to immerse myself more life again and dedicate more time to working out to get these final 11lbs. off. Since I'm at the final stage of weight-loss, I'd like to keep the same bud... maybe not as much email... has taken too much commitment on both parts... I do enjoy the questions because it gives me a chance to reflect... great!!! And I love reading through the responses... Thank you Lea, I appreciate you! Kim

I didn't sign up for a buddy so I really can't speak on the subject. But it seems like a really good idea for those who have the time to do it. I have a calendar full of things going on after work and knew I wouldn't have time to be a good buddy to someone.

I like the whole buddy system. I think that we should have new buddies. This way you get to know lots of different people. If you need help with any of this, Lea, I would be more then happy to! As the others have stated, this is alot of work for you. So, if I can help out, just let let me know! Rhonda