acknowledgments
I want to thank
Aleeta, Adam, Alan, and Andrew, the best children a mom could have. Thanks for your encouragement, love, and laughter. I praise God for you every day.
My precious dad, David Cobb, Sr. See me, Dad? I really am your little girl now!
My mom, Mary Voyer, and her fab new husband, Clement. Mom, Ill never understand how you knew I would one day do it! Thanks for believing.
My incredible sister, Heather Lutz, who is always there for me and has more godly wisdom than a bratty little sister should. Love you, sis! NNBILYM.
My brother, David Cobb, Jr., whom Ive adored since I could walk. Thanks for all your help with bagels!
My grandparents, Bick and Marlene Stevens the first WW Lifetime Members in our family you showed me it could be done. (Grampy died during the writing of Finally Thin! I love you, Grampy! Keep counting those points!)
My selfless, loving aunt, Tina Scharback, and the rest of my wonderfully supportive family:
Agnes Bensen (whose kind inheritance funded Kims Light Bagels. Thanks, Bestemore!), Jean Bensen, Alan and Lisa Bensen, and all the other Bensens, Huffs, Lutzs, Olsens, Scharbacks, Streits, and Teasdales. Youre all crazy and I love you!
My best friend, Cathy Getz. Thanks for walking this journey with me. It was fun, wasnt it?
And my dear friend Peter Pough. Who knew when you became my WW receptionist years ago that you would be Kim Bensen Enterprises first employee! I would have quit long ago without you! Lets always keep it fun. :-) Thanks, P catch!
Penny Pompa, whose talents in the kitchen are far superior to mine. You keep me sane. P.S. I love it when you snort when you laugh.
Karen Tuzzio, thanks for figuring out my books and putting up with the endless piles of receipts.
Matt Bazan, you created so much out of so little. Thanks for pushing. Im better for it.
Jenn Gallo-McPhatterWow! Thank you for giving me daylight back.
Pastor Dave and Andrea McIntyre, Gail Sullivan, and the rest of my Calvary Church familyI am so grateful. Phil 1: 36.
My literary agent, Coleen OShea, for meeting me for coffee, listening to my story, and taking a chance on this very inexperienced first-time author. Youre great!
Everyone on my Random House team.
Barbara Alpert, a wonderful editor and cohort in dieting. You made Finally Thin! so much better. Thanks.
To all my wonderful Kimmies, monkees, Wednesday night buddies, back row and really cuuuuute members whom I love so much. You keep me grounded and give back to me so much more than I could ever give to you. You can do it!
Dianne Doctor: I wont forget. Lou Doctor: Many happy returns.
Most of all I thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
about the author
Kim Bensen lives in Shelton, Connecticut,
with her husband and four children.
If you feel ready to begin your weight loss journey and would like some support, head to www.kimbensen.com/store/membership. Enter the promo code FINALLYTHIN at check out and get started with a free four-week complimentary membership. I know you can do it. Id love to help.
kim bensens guilt-free grocery list
BAKERY/DELI/PRODUCE
Alouette Cucumber Dill Spread
cal 50 | fat 4g | fib 0g | carb 2g serving size 2 tbsp |
Alouette Lite Garlic & Herb Spread
cal 50 | fat 3.5g | fib 0g | carb 2g serving size 2 tbsp |
Et Tu Salad KitLight Caesar
cal 80 | fat 6g | fib 0g | carb 6g serving size 1/6 container |
Hill & Valley Angel Food Cake, Sugar Free
cal 60 | fat 0g | fib 2g | carb 19g serving size 1/6 |
Isabellas Angel Food Cake, Sugar Free
cal 90 | fat 0g | fib 5g | carb 26g serving size 1/5 cake |
* Marzetto Fat Free Ranch & Dill Veggie Dips
cal 30 | fat 5g | fib 0g | carb 3g serving size 2 tbsp |
* Mira Light Mango Nector
cal 65 | fat 0g | fib 1g | carb 17g serving size 8 oz |
Sensible Choice Angel Food Cake, Sugar Free
cal 90 | fat 0g | fib 5g | carb 29g serving size 1/5 cake |
* Wholly Guacamole 100 Calorie Snack Packs
cal 100 | fat 8g | fib 4g | carb 5g serving size 1 packet |
SNACKS/POPCORN/CHIPS
Athenos Baked Whole Wheat Pita Chips
cal 120 | fat 4g | fib 2g | carb 18g serving size 11 chips |
Blue Ginger Multi-Grain Brown Rice Chips
cal 110 | fat 3g | fib 3g | carb 21g serving size 33 chips |
Curves Strawberries & Cream Granola Bar
cal 100 | fat 2g | fib 5g | carb 19g serving size 1 bar |
Emerald Coco Roast Almonds 100 cal packs
cal 100 | fat 8g | fib 2g | carb 4g serving size 1 pack |
Guiltless Gourmet Tortilla Chips
cal 120 | fat 2g | fib 2g | carb 19g serving size 1 oz |
* Healthy Pop Jolly Time 94% FF Micro Popcorn
cal 90 | fat 2g | fib 9g | carb 23g serving size 1/2 large bag |
Kavli Garlic Crispbreads
cal 83 | fat 2g | fib 3g | carb 17g serving size 5 pieces |
Kernel Seasons Popcorn Seasonings
cal 2 | fat 0g | fib 0g | carb 0g serving size 1/4 tsp |