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Godzilla Rocks! Godzilla Rocks!

From: DeeDeeBach
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I finally own a Vitamix 5200! I work for Costco and about every 3-4 months for the last 3 years a Vita-Mix rep would come and demo it. I wanted one from the first moment the rep made tortilla soup and ice cream with cabbage in it. It was amazing! I tried to get my husband to come check it out, he never would. He bought me several other blenders and a juicer over the years. In June the Vitamix rep came again and this time I decided that I wasn't going to ask my husband, I was just going to purchase it. I did end up talking to him about it, he thought it was a waste of money. He said that if that was what I wanted to spend my money on then go ahead, so I did. See, like many of you we are now only a 1 income family. Not by choice, but my husband has been unemployed for over 2 years now. We are struggling to make ends meet. You have to know that I thought about this decision long and hard. My weighing factor to make this purchase was our health. For the last 3 years I have been caring for my dad who had a stroke. My daily routine was to be at my sisters house at 5 am- get her kids off to school, then go to my dads house and make his breakfast and lunch, go to work for 8 hours (most nights not home until 9:30 pm), then cook dinner for my husband this was my routine 5 days a week for 3 years. I'm also a photographer. On my days off I'm out taking photographs, trying to make some extra money. My dad recently had a smaller stroke that took away his independence. My sisters and I had to make a tough choice to put him in a very nice adult family home. He requires 24 hour care now. My dad is only 66. His parents died at an early age and his sister died from breast cancer when she was 42. As I started to say, I made this investment for our health. I'm very worried about what my future has instore for me, as I seem to carry more of my dads genes than my moms. My schedule has left me very tired, I've gained weight and my stress level is very high. There is no me time. Now that some of my daily responsibilities have changed I can focus on me. My husband suffers from some mental health issues and I just knew that this machine could help us in a big way. I have owned my Vitamix for almost 3 weeks now. The first meal I made was Tortilla Soup and Pina Coladas. When my husband found out his incredible soup was made in the new machine he couldn't believe it. He said no way could a blender also cook his food. He has since ground his coffee beans in it. He loves to make salsa (everyday). Every time he or I make something with it he is amazed! He said we can't call it a blender. It has to have a better name. Our Vitamix is called Godzilla. He says it's the best investment I have ever made, well besides him of course! Now when I get off of work he wants to know Godzilla and he can make me for dinner. Godzilla Rocks!
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Breast Cancer Breast Cancer

From: GuidryGirl
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Well I found a lump Dec '09. Long story short. It was cancer...most common one, Invasive Ductile Carcinoma. Had lumpectomy w/ 2 lymph nodes removed (clear margins & no node involvement). The tumor was very aggressive and found out today from the oncologist that we were lucky to find it when we did since it was a very fast grower. Most likely it wasn't there 2 months prior to when I found it. So if I didn't find it (scratched an itch and found it that way..not by a self exam) it would have grown and would of had to have a mastecomy. Dodged a big bullet with that.

So now I'm looking into eating healthier. I would go thru "phases" but never stuck to any of it. But now I feel I must. Finding out that cancer feeds on sugar (my downfall).

So any help out there would be great with tasty recipes. I finished radiation and will start chemo after our ski trip. Start date March 26. Not looking forward to it...not sure anyone does...just ready to get it over with.

I'm aware I'll lose my taste...most things will have a metallic flavor.

Any suggestions!?

Lori
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OK Vitamix die-hards - convinc OK Vitamix die-hards - convince me to keep this machine!

From: lac
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I received my Vitamix a few days ago. I had watched demos online and loved the quick soup feature. I am a breast cancer survivor, and would like to make fresh fruit juices (I do not like smoothies or eating fruit whole) and other healthy meals.

Here was my experience on the first day:

I tried to make apple juice. I just put apples in the Vitamix and blended for 30 seconds. I figured it would be that easy. NOt quite. it came out more like something in between apple juice a
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Vitamix Sponsors Susan G Komen Vitamix Sponsors Susan G Komen Event

From: shannonlee
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Vitamix was again a sponsor of the annual WGAR concert "Guitars for Girls,” a benefit fundraiser concert for the Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment which was held October 27, 2009. Cleveland’s country music station, WGAR, joined Cleveland Clinic, VitaMix, and Lorain County Community College to help raise nearly $28,000 for the Komen Foundation! Entertainment consisted of an up-close and personal acoustic set with 3 country music stars.

The Vitamix demo table was a popular stop for concertgoers who loved our famous Pink Ribbon Smoothie that we were making. If you would like the recipe, go to the Vitamix Breast Cancer page http://www.vitamix.com/household/Health/breasthealth.asp#recipes

Vitamix was also invited to a meet & greet with the performers who included Richie McDonald, formerly of Lonestar, James Otto and Chuck Wicks (who was on Dancing with the Stars!) It was a great concert and we enjoy being a sponsor for this event.

Use this widget to see all of our pictures

For more information and pictures: http://www.wgar.com/pages/2009_guitarsforgirls/
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Crazy Sexy Cancer Crazy Sexy Cancer

From: shannonlee
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Recently, Kris Carr author of Crazy, Sexy, Cancer was in Cleveland for a speaking engagement at the JD Breast Cancer Symposium. Vita-Mix was there in support of Carr who is also a Vita-Mix Affiliate and published author with a large following among women and especailly young women.

In 2003, Kris Carr was diagnosed with a rare and incurable Cancer.She began filming her story, with experimental treatment as her only option, Kris became determined to find answers and traveled the country interviewing experts in alternative medicine. She met with other women determined to become survivors in their own fight against Cancer.
Crazy Sexy Cancer is a film & book about rising to life's challenges!

Here is a recipe Carr recently promoted that uses the Vita-Mix machine, her blender of choice! Click here for Carr's website

Menu Magic

LOULOU'S RAW BANOFFEE PIE

by Raw Lou Lou

PIE CRUST

-1 cup almonds

-1 1/2 cups dates

1. Blitz the almonds up to desired crunch size 2. Add the dates and blend thoroughly together 3. Place the crust onto an oiled pie dish and flatten out with damp hands

FILLING

-1 cup cashew nuts (soaked)

-3 bananas

-1/4 cup filtered water

-2 T coconut oil

1. In a high speed blender (Vitamix), add the water and then the cashews and blend up until moderately smooth 2. Add the bananas as you go and until a very smooth thick consistency is reached 3. Then add the coconut oil 4. Pour the mix onto the pie base - I also topped with a few crushed pecan nuts 5. Place the pie in the freezer for a couple of hours then let thaw in the fridge.
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Why I am interested in cleansi Why I am interested in cleansing my body

From: d123segovia
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Kornswod, I had a difficult time reading your reply to my post, however I do know you asked the quesiton as to why I would want to detox. This post may be a bit long but I feel it important to give you a little background as to why I feel I need to detox.

I am 43 and have been eating unhealthy foods for a long time. I.E. Not a lot of fruits of veggies, eating red meats, complex carbohydrates, some processed foods etc.

In the last 3 years I have lost my Mother, 1 Uncle and 2 co
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WGAR Girls with Guitars benefi WGAR Girls with Guitars benefit concert

From: shannonlee
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Vita-Mix is proud to be a returning sponsor of the WGAR Girls With Guitars, a benefit concert for the Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer Research.
The annual benefit concert features an all-female country acoustic showcase. This year featured Lee Ann Womack, Jamie O’Neal and newcomer & (local Nashville Star finalist) Laura Fedor. Check them out:
Lee Ann Womack (left) and Jamie O'Neal (below)

Laura Fedor

Vita-Mix is always a big hit before the show with our free smoothie samples. It was great to meet new fans of Vita-Mix and talk to many of our customers who visited our display table. Our table was a popular place to be before the show with our drawing for 4 of our Vita-Mix pink limited edition aprons autographed by the performers!

We also were blending up the new Passionately Pink Smoothie in the Vita-Mix 5200. It’s was a big hit with the crowd. Click here for the recipe. http://vitamix.ahoy.com/recipe/recipe.cgi/0/480/
Here we are pictured! It was so much fun!

*Like our limited edition pink aprons? Purchase the Vita-Mix 5200 now and use the code 04-0307-0007 and you’ll get the apron as a gift while supplies last. We'll even throw in free shipping...thats a $50 Value!
You can also check out the NEW page on our website for the Vita-Mix breast cancer awareness page http://www.vitamix.com/household/Health/breasthealth.asp
The Komen Foundation has raised nearly $600 million for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment. It is credited as the nation’s leading catalyst in the fight against breast cancer. Vita-Mix as a sponsor is also invited to attend a meet & greet reception with the stars. Here are some photos from it.
Vita-Mix employees Barbie Hezel, Kristi Poltrone & Becky Prince with Jamie O'Neal & Lee Ann Womack. (Me) Shannon Ketvertes pictured solo with Jamie, Lee Ann and Chuck Collier from WGAR, Cleveland's Country radio station.
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