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My heart's beating like a rabbit

A little over a month ago some good people from Nintendo came to my house and threw a Wii Fit party. My job was to gather up ten of my friends and prepare them to be humiliated by their Wii Fit age, something determined by your BMI/weight, your age, and some balancing acts that would cause a veteran circus performer to fall over. I don't think it helped that almost everyone had consumed at least two glasses of wine before attempting to balance themselves on one foot, or that some of them like myself would have a hard time balancing on one foot when completely sober. On average, everyone's Wii Fit age was about 10 years older than their actual age. Except for a certain 24-year-old who has yet to be beaten down by life, so of course, she aced the balancing tests. This is one of the problems with the Wii Fit, that it doesn't allow you to input all the years of therapy you've been through, the sleepless nights, the hours and weeks and months spent worrying about your kids, that one Thanksgiving dinner with your in-laws, how you almost filed for bankruptcy, or the countless times your boss belittled you in front of the entire company. Because if you take all that into account then MY GOD, IT'S A MIRACLE YOU'RE STILL STANDING. In those instances the Wii Fit should hand you a cigarette.

My Wii Fit age was 35 (I'll be 33 next month), which isn't too bad, but it's something I'm definitely going to work on as part of the overall changes I'd like to see in my life. The reason I'm even writing about this is because Nintendo has agreed to give me five Wii and Wii Fit systems (as a set) to give away to five of my readers.

I get approached to do things like this all the time, but this is the first time I've done a give away because this is a product I use, something in my house, something I'd love to share with you. Nintendo is not paying me to do this, and just to clear up some confusion, I would never accept money to post about anything here. That's not how this website works. Everything you see in my style section is something I have bought with my own money or is a gift sent to me from one of my readers, a gift I would have gone out and bought had I known about it beforehand, something that fits right in with my aesthetic. I work very hard to make sure that you can trust that what I say here is in no way influenced by advertisers or corporations who are trying to reach a bunch of eyeballs. Your eyeballs deserve as much.

The give away is going to work like this: I'm going to leave comments open on this post until Wednesday July 2nd at 5:00 PM Mountain Daylight Time. You are free to leave a comment as many times as you want, preferably a comment about the Wii Fit and what you think it might do for you or your family, and then on Wednesday night after I close comments I'm going to call The Avon World Sales Leader (my mother, for those who are just joining us), tell her how many comments there are, and then ask her to list off five random numbers between one and that number. She will not have read the comments, so the only thing she will be influenced by is The Spirit. And maybe the vodka she had in her orange juice that morning. HA HA! Just kidding. My mom doesn't drink orange juice.

By commenting on this post you agree to the terms and rules of this give-away (read here) and, should you be selected as a winner, consent to letting me use your name when I announce the winners. Anonymous comments and comments without a valid email address will be disqualified.

Winners will be announced Thursday morning. Ready, set, go!

06.30.2008 42232 comments
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  • 1189. Ashlee said:

    As a college student too poor to even know anyone who owns a Wii, it would be sweet to see one in real life.

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1190. Amy C. said:

    Ohh! I have been saving my nickels and pennies for a Wii and Wii Fit, but at the current rate of savings it will be approximately 2038 before I get to bring one home. If I were to win, I could stop fighting for a Wiimote with my friend's eight-year-old--an act that makes me seem a little uncool.

    I'd like to thank the Avon World Sales Leader in advance for picking my number. Thanks!

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1191. Leon said:

    Pick Me!

    Pick Me!

    I'll even buy an Avon something or other.

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1192. serin said:

    How does it whip you into shape? I am quite curious! The last Nintendo I have ever used is the old school first edition!

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1193. rachel said:

    Please please please help me with this belly.

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1194. Mymsie said:

    A Wii will make my coat shiny!

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1195. manda said:

    I love video games. And one that helps you get fit - well that's just absurd.

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1196. Alli said:

    Our Australian Shepherd would go nuts watching my husband and I play......pick Mii!!

    :)

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1197. Leon said:

    Over here! Pick Me!

    Heah, Heather's Mom, pick me!

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1198. D.you said:

    This is the only way my wife will let me have one...if I could win one from chuck...pretty please.

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1199. Single Mom in New England said:

    Single Mom hasn't exercised in 3 years since her son was born. Has lost complete sight of her butt. Only exercise is laughing at dooce.com. Needs WIIIIIIII desperately. And 3 year old son will love it.

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1200. Chris said:

    I would love a wii fit! Who wouldnt, right

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1201. Heather said:

    As I'm running up and down the stairs while doing my laundry, I'm wondering why I'm not dropping the last ten baby (or babies in my case--twins) pounds with all the stair climbing. Then I stubbed my toe.
    Maybe the Wii fit will help in a less violent and painful sort of way.

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1202. Kayce said:

    If my family and I won the Wii and Wii Fit we could finally find out what the hype is all about! We can't wait!

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1203. Kia said:

    Like everyone else up here, I too would love to be the recipient of a Wii Fit. My husband and I both need to lose our baby weight (he gained a little with me). I've been trying, and running around after a 1 year old is a good work out, but I bet a Wii Fit would be even more fun. I love your blog Heather. Thanks!

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1204. Janie said:

    Oh God LMAO!!! Dooce! Wiiiiiiiii..........

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1205. Jenni said:

    Me! Wii! Meeeeee! Actually would love it. Maybe I'd get in shape? Or maybe I'd just have fun? Fun is good enough.

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1206. Red said:

    oh please oh please, Avon World Sales Leader... PICK ME.

    i'm on a kick to get back in shape and this would be a much wanted addition to my workout regimen!

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1207. Patti said:

    I need, I need. Too much pastry in Maui. HELP ME.

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1208. Courtney said:

    No wonder it was taking so long to see your daily photos today..all these comments must slow everything down. But it is totally worth it. I <3 Wii!!

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1209. Tracee said:

    Oh how cool!

    I could use this to get back in shape after my surgery. I'm one week out and just getting back on my feet!

    Pick me, pick me!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:00 PM
  • 1210. Kathryn said:

    My husband and I would enjoy using a Wii/wii Fit. It seems like another way we could compete against each other, maybe with less hurt feelings!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1211. amy @ minimally invasive said:

    I have a feeling I could really use the Wii Fit. Two weeks ago, I played Wii Bowling for the first time and promptly sprained my butt and gave myself tennis elbow. Perhaps I was too enthusiastic?

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1212. Kristin said:

    Would love a Wii Fit--having a baby daughter soon and it might help her take off all that baby fat. ha ha.

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1213. Kelly Silkman said:

    Dooce, I totally admire everything you do on this site and with the Wii Fit I hope it will finally get my husband off the couch! -Kelly

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1214. Ifferjenn said:

    Oh my goodness... I love you so much right now. :D

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1215. Shauna said:

    A Wii/Wii Fit would be super awesome.

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1216. Ellen K said:

    As a busy (and poor) grad student, I'd love a fun way to get some exercise in.

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1217. Twenty Four At Heart said:

    Did I mention, pick me???
    Actually, I just wanted to add that for some us ... there is no such thing as a simple math problem!!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1218. Amery said:

    The Wii is the only "home entertainment system" I've ever been remotely interested in owning, or at least trying. And I want to beat the pants off my husband at every single game.

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1219. Annie said:

    Is this my lucky #? I'd love a Wii!!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1220. Jenna said:

    WII!!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1221. Emily said:

    I'd love to win the Wii & Wii Fit! I have issues leaving the house for much more than work and really need to get in shape. I'm not big on entering contests but- fingers crossed!!! Thanks for always providing an entertaining read Heather, no matter what the subject.
    -Emily

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1222. Sarah Emily said:

    I would like to be able to practice (possible?) for when my friend Lida comes to visit...that girl wins everything!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1223. Lauren said:

    You know, just wasn't sure if maybe this number was luckier than the last one...

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1224. Raychelle said:

    oh, one more comment :) I love the pictures of you guys trying out the Wii Fit.

    I hope the Avon World Sales Leader picks me :)

    Yay Wii's

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1225. Katie VP said:

    This would be perfect...I can get my kids some exercise without getting off the couch. Or putting down my cookie. And they will think I did it as a gift for them. Love it.

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1226. Krysia N said:

    Pick me! Pick meeeee!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1226. Ali said:

    I would enjoy having my friends over, laughing at them, having them laugh at me, then kicking them out to play by myself where I can imagine I really am good at yoga. I'm just not that bendy!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1227. wordnerd said:

    Um, pick me, pick me. I don't have the money for a Wii because I SPEND IT ALL ON AVON!!!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1228. Becki Howard said:

    I would LOVE Wii!
    I would LOVE Wii Fit!
    And I already love Dooce!

    I hope I win!

    Hollerlujah!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1229. Michelle Smith said:

    It's strange that you post this today. I just started a diet today. Not just a diet, but a total overhall of what I put into my body. I've been carrying around extra weight most of my 18 years. It's been really hard on my body and it is a main cause for my Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. I have to take 3 different prescriptions daily, and I would like to not have to put those chemicals in my body anymore. Not telling some kind of sob story, there are so many other worse things to have. I just am ready to change. Your recent posts about your cleanse have been really motivating, thank you. In general, your blog has really kept my spirits up, it is the first feed I check daily.

    My fiance and I want to be healthy! Help us get started, Heather!

    PS (If you have a Costco nearby, they sell already it already cooked and fresh in a package, it's so delicious!)

    *crosses fingers*

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1230. Kate F. said:

    I write a food blog and I don't exercise. I feel my metabolism slowing by the day. Video games are clearly the answer!

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1231. Holly Sweet said:

    Please sir, may I have a Wii fit??

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1232. Leon said:

    All good Nintendo things come to those who comment.

    I'm just saying.

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1233. Sarah Emily said:

    because it's fun and happy, and I need a little more of that in my life.*

    06.30.08 - 02:01 PM
  • 1234. Laurie said:

    Hey, am I first?

    Just kidding. We want a Wii Fit! REAL BAD! We tried to purchase one in Los Angeles, only to find them all sold out!

    Pleasey please?

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1235. Ariel said:

    I think that I would greatly benefit from the Wii. Well at least my gamer of a step-son would. So pick ME.

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1236. The Pumkin Patch said:

    We've wanted one of these for as long as I can remember now, yet we've just not had the extra cash to get one. This would be GREAT to have and help in keeping the kids entertained!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1237. Valerie said:

    I would love this...the first thing I would do is have a party...wine and all...actually blueberry mojitos will be on the menu...they are way healthier with the fresh fruit and all (wink wink)...

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1238. Toni N. said:

    WWWWWWWWWWIIIIIIIIII!!!!!!!!!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1239. Laura said:

    Everybody loves a sweepstakes.
    Love your blog.
    Would love a Wii, too.

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1240. kirida said:

    A Wii Fit will help me be more balanced. And also? More awesome.

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1241. jo said:

    Because I cook for a living...a wii fit would be just the thing I need for combating the ills of the calories...and it looks way cool!

    As long as I don't get stumped by that math question down there....

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1242. Tanja said:

    If I win a Wii Fit for my husband, he will cook me dinners for an entire week. I would have said "year" or "month", but who am I kidding. I should just say "day". He'll cook me one fabulous dinner. And then we'll play with the Wii.

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1243. Leon said:

    Must win free Nintendo stuff.

    Must win.

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1244. M.H.M said:

    i would work out like a maniac if i had the wii fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1245. Heather C from MN said:

    ***My fingers are crossed*** Pick me - Pick me - Pick me!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1246. Shannon said:

    I'm really good at watching tv and playing video games. I have a much harder time forcing myself to go to the gym or yoga, so this would be perfect for me. I'd love to win one!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1247. Kirsten Cooley said:

    My husband and I have wanted a Wii Fit for months but can’t afford it. We just go to the store and stare at it. By the way, I love reading your blog but have never commented. I figured no better time to start then now. So please pick me!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1248. Tay said:

    I hate that we have to preview comments, it wastes precious seconds that could be POST POST POSTING.

    It's been a long time since I've participated in a contest, and now I know why. I go mad with the desire to win and the next three days will not be spent doing anything else but posting.

    But hey, a free Wii!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1249. Jaime said:

    This would be so much fun. Thanks!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1250. Sommer said:

    Wow, when I wrote my last comment, it said there were roughly 300, and when it actually posted, there were over 1000! Crazy! I read every day, comment sometimes, but always enjoy! Can't believe how many people have come out of the woodwork and I wonder how many comments there will be by the time THIS one posts. I guess it's a testament to how popular the Wii is!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1251. mrs. till said:

    i'm praying to the gods of MLM and AVON that the Almighty World Sales Leader picks my number. Maybe then I can make a case for actually using the family room we thought was such a great idea when buying our house!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1252. Shannon said:

    Yea, my family wants one! In the meantime, I've been making fun of the people in the YouTube videos who are doing it. I'd like to join the silliness and star in my own video.

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1253. Melody Baguskas said:

    WOOHOO! Wii Fit. I hear there is hoolahooping on the FIT! Anything to boost my hoolahooping skillz!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1254. jami said:

    my husband keeps trying to get me into wii. i think it's to assuage his xbox guilt. who am i kidding? he feels no guilt!

    wii would be fun!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1255. Meg said:

    I think I've become an old person. Because I look at kids stuck in front of their computers and video games and think "In my day, we were outside ALL day. Our parents wouldn't even let us play in the house if it was nice out." I love the Wii for it's ability to let kids play video games, yet somehow manage to move their soon to be quite large asses.
    I would love a Wii fit because sometimes I need to move my soon to be quite large ass, too!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1256. Jennifer said:

    This is so cool--I really need something to get me motivated to do some exercise. Pick me, pick me! :)

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1257. Jessica said:

    I think I could totally get some blackmail-worthy pictures of my new husband if we had a new Wii to play with after our honeymoon ...

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1258. megan macdonald said:

    I would love a Wii - coolest sweepstakes ever! Played Wii tennis at a Wimbledon party on Friday night - loved it - though I didn't realize you don't really have to do a full serve or an actual backhand...

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1259. Cathy said:

    Good God you're going to get a lot of comments.

    We've been thinking of getting the WiiFit system for awhile now - I've got to do something with myself - and it might be fun enough for me to actual do it, eh?

    See you again in the comments in about an hour. Or sooner. I WANT this.

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1260. Rachel Ennis said:

    Hi Heather,
    Long time reader, our girls are a couple of months apart and your comments on breastfeeding got me crying I was laughing so hard. So what does a Wii Fit mean to me? Nothing, but seeing as how I am older, fatter and wiser now, I know that doing things with your children is crucial, and teaching my girl about exercise should be fun. What better way than with a Wii Fit? And if nothing else, just think of the years of therapy monies I will save with her laughing her ass off at me and my poor sense of balance!! Lovely!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1261. Emily m said:

    OOH- we have a wii but i'm terrible at all the games my fiance bought- i'd love to have wii fit so i can win sometimes!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1262. Nick D. said:

    GO GO GADGET FIT!!

    06.30.08 - 02:02 PM
  • 1263. Sarah said:

    Here's to hoping that the Avon World Sales Leader picks me:) I think me, the hub, and the kids would all love a Wii equally.

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1264. Carrie said:

    Whee! A WII! I'd so love a Wii, I'm 36 and pregnant with my first baby and I'll need Wii Fit to help loose the baby weight!

    Thank you for the contest!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1265. Karen L said:

    Just what I need to get in shape for my fast approaching wedding!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1266. Sarah said:

    I want a Wii Fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1267. Trisha said:

    Thanks for the opportunity! I've been stalking a Wii since they came out but haven't yet been able to justify the expense. Hope the Avon World Sales Leader likes my number...

    Trisha

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1268. Sandy Acree said:

    I would like to have this because I really think exercise would help my mood and make me feel better. I think it would help with some feelings after the birth of my second child. I would love to have one.

    I would also love to have those silver shoes in the pictures, but that's just for shoe love reasons.

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1269. Valette said:

    Open to legal residents of the Continental United States.

    This makes me sad that I am ineligible. Alaskans always get the short end of the stick.

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1270. Erin said:

    Ooh oooh. I wonder if keeping your fingers and toes crossed affects your Wii age. If I win, I'll let you know!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1271. tommyboy said:

    I feel so shameful, maybe I'll limit myself to three comments...

    ...a day, or an hour...um, thanks DOOCE!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1272. Emily said:

    A friend of mine wants to make a sex-toy out of Wii fit technology. I think he's calling it hump-hump revolution? I wish I were kidding. He's kind of a mad scientist.

    PS, the text that I had to input to prove I'm human? "Halfa funk." That's almost a zen koan. Thanks, internet.

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1273. M.H.M said:

    i would work out like a maniac if i had the wii fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1274. Adri V said:

    I love your site Heather, I've been a big lurking fan for awhile now...but I guess the temptation of something free was enough to de-lurk. I've just gone back to grad school and I'm dreading gaining weight because of campus food and spending time in the library...and not outdoors! I'd love a wii-fit to help keep me in shape!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1275. nancy said:

    I would love this as I've heard it says in the instructions that it will "melt away all lbs gained during your second pregnancy that ended one month ago today." Doesn't it say that exactly somewhere on the box?

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1276. Mary said:

    Are you serious about posting as many times as we want? So, like, my chances of winning are directly proportional to my willingness to be totally obnoxious? And I'm so tempted!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1277. Erin said:

    I never win contests like this... maybe today's my day!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1278. Lauren said:

    Well, you said we could enter multiple times, so the aforementioned 6 year old wanted to enter too.

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1279. Robin Stranahan said:

    Oh how I would love the Wii Fit. I'm currently working 2 jobs, tired all the time with no time to myself for fun let alone to get to a gym. I'm newly engaged and hoping to lose weight to look awesomely fit in my wedding gown for my wedding on Halloween 2009. My fiance, he too works 2 jobs, so really the only thing we can do right now when we see each other is play Wii since we are trying to save money for our wedding. So, would I love a Wii Fit? Heck yeah, spend quality time with my husband to be, lose weight and not spend money! 3 birds 1 stone. Please Dooce pick Mii!!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1280. Melissa said:

    Cause I want one!
    Pick mii!
    Pick mii!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1281. Angela Davisson said:

    I so need the Wii Fit. I just had a baby two weeks ago and getting out of the house to work out is extra hard with a baby attached to my boob!!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1282. Jenn said:

    I would LOVE a nintendo WII. One, I think it would be so much fun as an after-work-stress-reliever-and-get-a-work-out-in-my-own-home after a day of teaching middle schoolers! Two, I would host Nintendo WII parties of my own!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1283. Christina said:

    Whoa! Look at how many people want a Wii! Like me! Tee-hee!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1283. Laurie said:

    Hey, am I first?

    Just kidding. We want a Wii Fit! REAL BAD! We tried to purchase one in Los Angeles, only to find them all sold out!

    Pleasey please?

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1284. Jill King said:

    I would absolutely love it if I was one of the 5 chosen one. I am keeping my fingers crossed! This is an amazing thing that they are letting you be a part of. Thank so much and good luck to everyone.

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1285. Anony-moe said:

    1. My tv is my boyfriend.

    2. I don't run unless someone is chasing me

    3. The only time I played wii boxing i hurt myself i was punching so hard. Yes booze was involved.

    4. When I was a girl scout i won three christmas raffles in one day.

    This contest is right up my alley! Pick me!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1286. Shauna said:

    Pregnant girl needs a Wii Fit. How's about it?

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1287. Amy said:

    I never win anything, so I'm just hoping for a few Wii-themed pics of Chuck & Coco.

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1288. trish said:

    Your contest is way cooler than mine. I'm giving away a box of 14 books. Seemed cool before I read your post. :-)

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1289. Nycole K. said:

    I would love a Wii so our quality time with our 3 year old wouldn't be him telling me once a week that I will not be continuing my quest to become America's Next Top Model.

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1290. April said:

    Well this contest certainly explains why it took so long for the site to load. It figures that it would be a chance at free stuff that finally brought me out of the woodwork. I'm cheap like that. Hopefully The Avon World Sales Leader and The Spirit will feel me deserving of this awesome prize!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1291. bex said:

    You weighed your friends at a party? Remind me never to RSVP "yes" to an invite from the Armstrongs. Well, unless there is vodka involved. Or unless Chuck is being given away as a party favor.

    I've heard mixed reviews about the Wii Fit...but would love to give it a whirl myself...

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1292. Norma Jean said:

    need to get wii fit myself!

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1293. Chris said:

    I could finally practice Downward Dog at home. In the living room. In front of my husband...

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1294. Mrs. Kiss said:

    My huuuuge family would just love this! Winning this would be so sweeeeet and it would sure make all the kids feel better about my need to blog! Thank you for the wonderful chance to win.

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1295. Kim said:

    I have some friends who've be going all over town in search of a Wii Fit. Oh, the jealousy that would ensue if I got one...

    06.30.08 - 02:03 PM
  • 1296. Leah said:

    I love this site and the Wii Fit....I have wanted one of those for awhile now!pick me pick me!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1297. jillmer said:

    If I won, I wouldn't have to hear my husband whine about them being sold out everywhere anymore! Thanks!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1298. Jenine said:

    A Wii Fit would allow my husband and I to laugh at each other more than we already do. It would be a better use of our time than waiting for Family Guy to be funny.

    Have fun with the giveaways. Come on Avon Lady!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1299. Penny said:

    I've been seriously considering one of these, as I have a significant amount of post-baby weight to lose, and have 2 small children, so consistant time at the gym is next to impossible to find. I hope I'm one of the lucky numbers!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1300. Michaela said:

    I think our mothers have quite a bit in common!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1301. Beth Dugan said:

    I got hit by a freakin' taxi in January and my whole rehab is standing on one leg. I could totally use this thing.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1302. Ryan said:

    Just one more comment... then I get back to work.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1303. Emily said:

    Ooh! I would love a Wii! Yes please!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1304. Jennifer H said:

    Having a Wii Fit might finally get me off the couch and exercising.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1305. Leon said:

    Pick-me-o-rama.

    Sir Pick Me A Lot

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1306. Bonnie Bacon said:

    Love the Wii Fit.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1307. Sara Joy said:

    My fiance and I are heniously boring. Everyone keeps talking about this fun and fabulous Wii. Perhaps it could help us be more appealing. ;)

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1308. Julia said:

    I want one!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1309. Stacy S. said:

    We have been watching the prices on this, cuz we figure if you can exercise while playing a video game there was a chance we would actually do it.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1310. Sarah Emily said:

    Because this has been a "no good, horrible, very bad, terrible day."

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1311. Tina said:

    I'm trying to make some positive changes in my life, much the same as you. I was too chicken to try the cleanse, then was happy to hear you report that your doc said to quit it. Now I would like to see if I can mix wine and wii fit as gracefully as you did! :)

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1312. Tay said:

    I'm pretty sure trying to calculate my Wii Fit age would break the device entirely. Anywhere from 80 to Vampire.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1313. Tenille said:

    Want!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1314. Emily K said:

    I have been looking everywhere for a Wii Fit with no luck whatsoever... maybe karma will be on my side and I'll nab one here!

    (off to practice yoga/meditation/balancing - it's all about positive thinking, right?)

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1315. Sarah said:

    Oh how I long for a Wii Fit! It would be a joy to watch my husband, friends and family fall on their bums whilst trying to figure out their body age.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1316. sarah emily said:

    'cause it would be fun.

    that's it.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1317. KP said:

    My birthday is July 2. Wii Fit would make a nice birthday present for myself!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1318. Natalie H. said:

    I love Nintendo
    Please give me the freakin' Wii
    If you don't, I'll cry.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1319. Jenni has her head in the clouds said:

    who knew Avon would have a part in a rock hard buttox!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1320. Kelley C. said:

    I love you Heather and WII!!

    PICK ME PICK ME PICK MY NUMBER!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1321. Amy Ferugons said:

    SO fun! I really want a wii fit. I take a yoga class every week and it would be great to practce at home.
    Amy

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1322. MontanaJen said:

    Just the excuse I need to play game....er...exercise.

    Yay for giveaways!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1323. Keely said:

    Oooohh, ok, so this is why your site is so slow today.

    Obviously I'd love to have a Wii Fit (well, and a Wii) because it's summer and a thousand degrees outside and my gym (school gym) is BARELY air conditioned, so I've basically completely stopped going. It would be REALLY NICE to be able to work out at home without doing the exercise video thing.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1324. Melody Baguskas said:

    and while I'm here, I'll leave one more comment on how much my 9 year old punk kid would totally dig the Wii/Fit ;) they are our future you know!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1325. Jenna said:

    Oh my goodness, I'm a needle in a haystack at this point but with my 5 or 6 comments I've already posted I'm 5 or 6 needles in this haystack! AND I WANT THAT WII! I probably won't get it, but I will say I love freakin' love your blog anyway. K, whatev. WII WII WEE!!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1326. JoD said:

    This would be for my parents.. They now have 3 grandchildren (including my 9-month-old son), and I love them to still be here when he graduates from college.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1327. Beth said:

    I have been reading your blog since I saw you on the today show when I was home with a sick kid. Lukily he was sick, or would have never seen you or started reading your webpage. I love the daily Chuck, it makes my day to see someone make a fool out of their dog by dressing hime up. My family would enjoy a wii. My four year old spends too much time in front of the t.v. anyway, so why not get some excercise out of it.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1328. Paol Vega said:

    They lady in the first picture has fabulous boobs!

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1329. Christy said:

    I want is for my Mom and Dad. Dad is retired and sits at home all day. I think it will keep them from killing each other.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1330. Les~ said:

    De-lurking to join the Wii Fit contest.

    My daughter grew up with Nintendo, and it would be nice for the adults to have something like this in our home!

    Thanks Heather!

    Les~

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1331. Danielle said:

    Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers and I prefer you pick me, please, to prevent the possibility of plump thighs resembling cottage cheese.

    06.30.08 - 02:04 PM
  • 1332. E-Dogg said:

    I am new to your blog! Don't ask me how I found you, I may not remember. What better way to welcome a new reader than to give them a Wii Fit. I have been excited about the Wii Fit ever since I first heard about it. I think this concept is genius, we may never need to go outside to get some exercise again!
    Pick me random number generator, Pick me!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1333. Shauna said:

    Also... my husband would love a Wii Fit.

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1334. Toni N. said:

    I would totally throw you a barbecue... oh wait, never mind. :-D

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1335. Isaac said:

    I would definitely be the hit of the household. And maybe I'd finally get a bit fit.

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1336. jessica n. said:

    this would definitely help battle the post-baby belly i've been sporting lately...great giveaway!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1337. Laurie said:

    Hey, am I first?

    Just kidding. We want a Wii Fit! REAL BAD! We tried to purchase one in Los Angeles, only to find them all sold out!

    Pleasey please?

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1338. Jessica said:

    Me!Me!Me! I would love a Wii Fit!! Please? Pretty please?

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1339. Sarah said:

    Wii Fit FOR Miii!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1340. Jeff G. said:

    Wow... my wife just said she wanted one of these the other day... and I was all like "the heck with Fit, I want Guitar Hero Aerosmith". Which neither would be possible without the base system anyways, which, of course, we don't have.

    So, here's to hoping your mom selects this random number. :)

    Thanks for offering this contest!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1341. Corey said:

    Looks like so much fun!! I'm dieing to get my hands on Wii Fit. A little more work would do my body good!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1342. Janie said:

    This is hysterical!! I cannot get past 'error' screens!
    Wiiiiiiiiiii!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1343. LucyFur said:

    I could use this! I’m just not getting the exercise I thought I would with ‘Guitar Hero’ :)

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1344. Kate said:

    Oooh, I want!!!!
    I want this because...
    I'm fattish and mommish and can't justify buying it right now even though I really really want it.
    I'm dressing sharp and feeling dull and would LOVE something like this to perk me right up!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1345. Single Mom in New England said:

    PITY VOTE FOR THE SINGLE MOM IN NEW ENGLAND! I need a way to exercise at home while the 3 year old is asleep since I'm trapped at home as a single mom! (Saying this with a smile, because I do love being a single mom, but it's hard to get out without a dad in the house!)

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1346. spyscribbler said:

    What fun! I just survived the dentist, and my heart is beating like a rabbit, too. I definitely feel like it's a miracle I'm standing today, too.

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1347. Chris said:

    Ooh, this would actually give me something to do with the TV that is collecting dust in my living room! I bet the Wii is a better Yoga instructor than the one at my gym, anyway!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1348. charlotte said:

    Hey, losing the babyweight after I push my little watermelon out of my crotch in December? How awesome would that be with a Wii Fit?

    Here's your answer: TOTALLY awesome.

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1349. Kelly Silkman said:

    Thank God for Dooce and thank God for wii fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1350. lindsey said:

    hopefully a wii fit would serve as an inspiration to my husband to get a little exercise once and a while. because god knows the $80 a month gym membership he doesn't use is no help at all.

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1351. TC said:

    My 10-year-old is acting like we're the MEANEST PARENTS EVER for not getting her a Wii, since ALL HER FRIENDS HAVE ONE. AND SOMETIMES TWO.

    Help me.

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1352. Nadia said:

    what the heck, one more for luck...

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1353. Leon said:

    Would love me some free Nintendo

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1354. Liana Matin said:

    I'm trying to do a rewards system so that my husband has motivation to loose weight....the Wii Fit would definitely do the trick!

    06.30.08 - 02:05 PM
  • 1355. Jessica said:

    I'd love one! I could certainly use it to get through the infernal Phoenix summers since I can't do my usual walking routine and, it would BLOW MY HUSBAND AWAY if I got an electronic system of any kind. Heck, maybe he'd join me and we'd both benefit from getting healthier!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1356. pick me!!! said:

    I had never seen a Wii Fit demonstrated before. It looks sooooooooo cool! I'm trying to lose weight after a medication induced weight gain, and I think this could really help. Thanks for doing this, even if I don't win ;-)

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1357. Megan said:

    You have THE coolest job, ever! Delurking for a shot a the Wii! Great website...been a reader for years!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1358. JP said:

    This is very cool of you guys. Too fun!

    Thanks for the chance to even enter.

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1359. Jessica said:

    I'd love one! I could certainly use it to get through the infernal Phoenix summers since I can't do my usual walking routine and, it would BLOW MY HUSBAND AWAY if I got an electronic system of any kind. Heck, maybe he'd join me and we'd both benefit from getting healthier!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1360. sfrp said:

    I would love to get passive-aggressively bossed around by a video game system that thinks I'm fat, old, and out of shape!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1361. Sandy said:

    A Wii could get me, my fat husband AND our two up-and-coming chubby sons FIT. A family of fitness, imagine!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1362. The Pumkin Patch said:

    Oh wow, when I just commented there was 297, now there's 1250?? That's CRAZY!!

    Again, please pick me The Avon World Sales Leader. My Kids, Hubby and I would be so grateful to have a Wii and Wii Fit to keep us entertained.....

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1363. Dana B. said:

    I'd really love to play with my daughters...and and finally lose the belly I blame on them! :O)
    Love the blog Heather, you keep parenting real.

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1364. M.M. said:

    I love Avon!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1365. Bobbi said:

    Being the mother of 3 1/2 year old twins, I can't think of a more fun way to get fit & keep them entertained while doing so.

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1366. Jenifer said:

    Yippee! I'm game...

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1367. Meredith said:

    Me and my sad, poor, grad school ass needs this.

    It would fulfill my dreams of balancing on a white board with a group of my friends.

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1368. jamie m said:

    Ha, ha...this is hilarious. Just yesterday my husband was trying to convince me to get a Wii so we could exercise at home. I suppose if we had one, it would get so much more use than our dusty old yoga and pilates dvds merely because YOU USE A GAMING SYSTEM! IT'S A VIDEO GAME, HONEY!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1369. Laurie said:

    Hey, am I first?

    Just kidding. We want a Wii Fit! REAL BAD! We tried to purchase one in Los Angeles, only to find them all sold out!

    Pleasey please?

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1370. Katie said:

    I've been making a real effort this year to become more fit, and not just physically. I would love to have a Wii Fit I could use at home, and that would help me track my 'Real Age' and my progress.

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1371. denacho said:

    it would benefit my family by giving us yet one more thing that my husband is better at than me. but the boxers would love it!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1372. Shauna said:

    If my husband had a Wii Fit, I might just have to ENCOURAGE him to play his video games.

    Weird.

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1373. DesignGirl said:

    ooh, ooh, I hope your mom picks me!

    I have been consistently losing weight through diet and exercise, and am desperately trying to get my husband on a diet and exercise kick too I think a wii would be the PERFECT exercise we could do together, besides the ONLY exercise he thinks we already do together, which is H-A-V-E S-E-X. Yeah, I said it ....

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1374. Elizabeth Arnold said:

    I want to put my cats on the Wii Fit.

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1375. Sonja said:

    Not sure what happened to my comment, didn't go through. Summary of it was, picture of a fat lady playing in lake with her 2 1/2 year old son... holy crap, that isn't a fat lady, that's ME!!!! NEED Wii Fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1376. Sonja said:

    Not sure what happened to my comment, didn't go through. Summary of it was, picture of a fat lady playing in lake with her 2 1/2 year old son... holy crap, that isn't a fat lady, that's ME!!!! NEED Wii Fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1377. Lauren said:

    Oooooo I hope I win!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1378. Amber said:

    We'd love a Wii Fit!! Just think of all the family bonding we'd get to experience by fighting over who got to play with it first :-)

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1379. carlos said:

    Wii would love to wiin the wii!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1380. Dana said:

    Please pick me for a Wii. My husband gained as much weight as I did when I was pregnant with our daughter. Maybe now we can get in shape together!

    06.30.08 - 02:06 PM
  • 1381. Michelle said:

    I used to have a Wii until my boyfriend tried to mod it and melted something gross and goopy inside. A Wii would definitely improve our relationship, because I would then be able to stop teasing him about it constantly; instead he will clearly be able to see the positive influence I bring into this relationship by reading other people's blogs.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1382. Lori said:

    A Wii Fit would so kick my butt...but that would be worth it if it gets said rear in shape.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1383. Stephanie said:

    My daughter and I would love a WII even though she will probably beat me at every game.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1384. Lulu said:

    Aside from the occasional rousing Tetris match (read into that what you will), I have always felt like a doof playing video games. Until I met Wii. It was a brief fling - a bit of bowling, tennis and boxing at an acquaintance's party - but a substantive one. I would be happy as a clam in a kiddy pool with a Wii of my own.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1385. Anne said:

    I would love a Wii and Wii fit because I am looking for something new and exciting to do to get my 40+ year old body in shape.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1386. Karen said:

    Is there something about the Wii Fit that will help me not spend the days after my horseback riding lessons walking like I'm 11 months pregnant? Please say there is. This is sad.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1387. Hazel said:

    I would love a Wii Fit. I have CFIDS and need something that will allow me to do a little gentle exercise each day in my pyjamas and not have to leave the house. :)

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1388. jamie m said:

    Wow...here's try number two. Your server is paying for this giveaway...Yay for the Wii getting America to exercise. I would definitely get more exercise at home, it's too hot in Arizona to ride my scooter to the gym right now.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1389. Stephanie said:

    I would love a wii fit. I live in Texas. With the amount of Mexican food I consume in a week, my boyfriend and I could stand to loose a few pounds. :)

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1390. Birah Rasheed said:

    Here in Atlanta, the air quality in the summer tends to hang around "red alert" making it difficult to grab a good time to go outside and walk or jog. Plus, it's my birthday tomorrow and I should win something.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1391. Eve Grey said:

    Oh curses on me for being Canadian!!!
    The Wii fit would change my WHOLE life, i know it. (:
    We have three kids and NO systems at all.
    Great contest!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1392. Courtney said:

    I want a Wii so people will brave construction and drive to my house this summer. And I want a Wii Fit so that, when I pull it out in front of people, they suddenly decide to go home.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1393. Michelle Smith said:

    It's strange that you post this today. I just started a diet today. Not just a diet, but a total overhall of what I put into my body. I've been carrying around extra weight most of my 18 years. It's been really hard on my body and it is a main cause for my Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. I have to take 3 different prescriptions daily, and I would like to not have to put those chemicals in my body anymore. Not telling some kind of sob story, there are so many other worse things to have. I just am ready to change. Your recent posts about your cleanse have been really motivating, thank you. In general, your blog has really kept my spirits up, it is the first feed I check daily.

    My fiance and I want to be healthy! Help us get started, Heather!

    PS (If you have a Costco nearby, they sell already it already cooked and fresh in a package, it's so delicious!)

    *crosses fingers*

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1394. Amanda said:

    I would really love a Wii Fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1395. Jason Zimdars said:

    Count me in. The Wii has been great entertainment for my family of four - I'm sure exercising together would be great!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1396. Leon said:

    Come on AWSL, PUHLEASE pick me.

    I'll even agree that Heather is a sh@%head.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1397. Kelly said:

    I am a long time lurker and a huge fan of Chuck. My 17yo son refers to you as Chuck's Mom because we have to look up his new daily picture.

    I would love a Wii Fit because I am getting older and fatter and less flexible as the days go by. It would be nice to try to get back a little bit of youth.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1398. Sara said:

    I'd really, really love a Wii Fit.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1399. Rach said:

    Ok, so I'm going to approach this like I am a beauty pagent contestant, even though it is random:

    I think I should receive the Wii fit because I'm starting to get a little pudgy and this would help me maintain my beauty contestant figure because without it I will probably never engage in any physical activity.

    Thank you and goodnight.

    -R

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1400. Michelle Smith said:

    It's strange that you post this today. I just started a diet today. Not just a diet, but a total overhall of what I put into my body. I've been carrying around extra weight most of my 18 years. It's been really hard on my body and it is a main cause for my Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. I have to take 3 different prescriptions daily, and I would like to not have to put those chemicals in my body anymore. Not telling some kind of sob story, there are so many other worse things to have. I just am ready to change. Your recent posts about your cleanse have been really motivating, thank you. In general, your blog has really kept my spirits up, it is the first feed I check daily.

    My fiance and I want to be healthy! Help us get started, Heather!

    PS (If you have a Costco nearby, they sell already it already cooked and fresh in a package, it's so delicious!)

    *crosses fingers*

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1400. Barb said:

    Boy would I benefit from this gadget. While I'm asking to be entered in the drawing for the Wii fit, I'd also like to ask about GEORGE! Will he be around this summer? Would love to hear how he gets along with Coco.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1401. Sandy said:

    Lucky 7 needs a Wii!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1402. Barbara said:

    I hope I get lucky!!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1403. Tammy said:

    wii for me? me love you long time lady!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1404. Emily K. said:

    I didn't think I wanted a wii until today...now I really want one!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1405. Theresa J. said:

    Oh man. WANT. I would love to play video games and feel virtuous, and also to work out without the watchful gaze of gym bunnies.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1406. Haley said:

    I want a Wii Fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1407. Janie said:

    heee-heee....every time I go to view the last page of comments, by the time I get there it's not the last page anymore!
    Gotta love Wii Fit!!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1408. Kathleen F. said:

    Love your site Heather and I've had fun playing the Wii at friends' houses. I noticed last year we have the same wedding date, 8/24/02, maybe that will give me luck. Thanks!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1409. Lindsay said:

    Wiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1410. Hollie said:

    Would LOVE a WII!

    Also - like the new check to make sure I'm not a computer.
    I usually couldn't read the word to verify it.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1411. Heather J. said:

    Hi Heather's Mom! If I win I will stop begging my husband for the Wii on every holiday/birthday/every time we visit Best Buy/every time the Sunday paper is delivered/every time we are paid. It really will free up a lot of our day.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1412. Sarah said:

    Can I win if I live in Canada? I hope so! I finally saw it on a commercial, and it looks like fun! Something I would actually ENJOY doing, as opposed to running... which is perhaps the most awful activity one could possibly do.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1413. Andrea said:

    Avon World Sales Leader pick me, pick me! I haven't had a video game system since Atari, and even that was my older brother's. I would love a Wii fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1414. Megan said:

    Thank you! I'd love one!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1415. Hollie said:

    Would LOVE a WII!

    Also - like the new check to make sure I'm not a computer.
    I usually couldn't read the word to verify it.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1416. regan said:

    I've been on the hunt for a wii fit but have been tragically unlucky.

    Maybe if I give up coffee The Spirit will guide your mother to me.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1417. Cori said:

    My husband's been begging me for a Wii. It doesn't seem to matter to him that he doesn't have a job. ; )

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1418. Rosemary said:

    Wow. I have been going to all the game selling stores in my city every day looking for a Wii Fit. No one has them, no one is even nice about trying to get one in for me. I would love to have one more than anything. I am so excited that you are giving away 5 of them (with systems too is awesome!). I really hope I win one :)

    Also, it took me 10 minutes to load this comment form, hope the website holds up for all these comments (fingers crossed!)

    Darn, tried to submit, timed out. Trying again.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1419. Rory said:

    What is a Wii and a Wii Fit? Sounds like I might need some.

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1420. Mandy L said:

    I've been trying to get fit since I put on weight since...well since I met my husband. We are both convinced that the Wii Fit is one of the ways to go to get back to being active! Would love to win one...

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1421. Jen R said:

    I want one so I can use it when I get free time after taking care of my 4 month old. (Hah!)

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1422. Kristen said:

    I have been wanting one of these badly, as I am always in search of an exercise method that will keep me captivated long enough to benefit from it. And with a 2-year-old, it would be nice to be able to do something at home (besides chase him around).

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1423. Rachel said:

    Nintendo is really onto something with the wii fit. Count me in!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1424. sue said:

    i read somewhere that the wii will make me a better and more obedient wife, improve my eyesight and stimulate my tastebuds. sign me up!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1425. Charlene said:

    My 1st comment on Dooce...I hope I win!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:07 PM
  • 1426. Jaime Rogers said:

    The Wii Fit would go perfectly with my new workout program and health diet! My boyfriend and I are moving in together in a month, so it would be a great housewarming gift!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1427. Jessica said:

    Would you send back a request for the winner's list if I sent a different size envelope?

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1428. Jackie Beck said:

    The Wii fit doohickey looks very cool. My 8 year old has it on his "short list"...ha...he would love it and I would love that it is a sneaky way to get him to exercise!!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1429. Nathalie said:

    my brother has a huge blister on his thumb from street fighter. we are hoping he would be as dedicated to the wii fit.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1430. Valerie - for the children said:

    Ok, ok...I will enter again..this time for the family and not the party booze.

    My kids and I played wii just yesterday for the first time, actually (they are almost 5 & 6 ---yea, I know)and watching them box each other was a trip. For the first time I didn't have to say "KEEP YOUR HANDS TO YOURSELF!" and still say "Punch him in the face, Give her an uppercut!!!" It was awesome...ah..the joys...anyway WiiFit will be a great addition for the three of us since my son pointed out how I was sweating after only one tennis match (ahem)...clearly I am not as "fit" as I thought but I played with OOMPH!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1431. Janet said:

    Oh we could so use this. Was just talking to my husband about getting one the other day.

    I dont know what number my comment will be, but if I am picked, it will forever be my lucky number.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1432. Nicholas said:

    I recently injured my foot and have been in a cast for 5 weeks. I tore ligaments, pulled tendons, and have 2 - 3 weeks of physical therapy ahead of me. The 4 months leading up to my injury I had been running 25 miles a week and lost 25 pounds in 4 months. Missing out on the gym has been the worse part.

    I'll be out of the cast in a couple weeks and I think having Wii Fit will help the recovery process and get me back to running sooner. If you click on my name and visit my "homepage", you'll be magically transported to a picture of my disgusting, bruised, swollen, and otherwise injured right foot.

    Thanks for considering me and my ankle!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1433. Ali N said:

    I think I might get more popular (I'm ok with superficial popularity if they bring wine) if I have a Wii at my house.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1434. Amy said:

    I have been working on a general overhaul of my eating and exercising habits and would LOVE a Wii Fit. It sounds like so much fun and BONUS! Helps you get exercise too :)

    Love your site, by the way... not that you don't get told that all the time, I'm sure. But I read every day and just wanted to say thanks for such a great site.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1434. Molly said:

    I'm a poor grad student and have been wanting one of these forever.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1435. Carole said:

    Delurking to say - I would live a WII Fit! I have contemplated buying one, but can't seem to work it into my budget. My husband and I started a weight loss program last October and he has lost 105 lbs and I have lost 75 lbs. We try to do 1 hour of cardio a day and running on the treadmill gets kind of boring. A WII fit would be totally awesome. I love reading your website and I am always relaying your stories like we are old friends. Tell the Avon World Sales Leader to PICK ME. OH OH PICK ME!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1436. serin said:

    I am one stressed out nursing student and could use a new and exciting way to burn off that stress. Thanks dooce mama!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1437. Teresa VanDyne said:

    I don't really need this, but I'm a nerd and am fascinated by the technology. God knows I don't need to hear how I am physically older than my age.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1438. Lindsey said:

    I would be stoaked to get a Wii. I've had a an awesome idea for a grown use for the Wii called the "Wii Touch" for quite some time now. This could be the first step.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1439. Allie said:

    I am totally convinced that the Spirit will lead mom to pick me.
    Or maybe it will be the vodka.
    I'm pretty good friends with both.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1440. Becki Howard said:

    This is my second comment. I wonder how many of these comments are from people who have previously sent you hate mail but now suddenly want your wii!

    Not me!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1441. Stephanie said:

    No Whammys! Pick me Pick me.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1442. Jennifer said:

    Yup, I'd love a Wii! Great contest, too.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1443. Marie Silverstrim said:

    Cause I thoroughly enjoy playing on the BOSU balls at the gym, but that means going to the gym, which means leaving my house, which means getting dressed, and we all know how traumatic that is :-\
    So a Wii fit would be great! :-)

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1444. Lisa L. said:

    My hubby of one month and I could really use this. My Wii age cannot be good!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1445. Karen said:

    Oh, and how sad is it that I somehow got the captcha wrong? 14 + 2. Is there a Wii Fit for the brain?

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1446. Jean said:

    Because I know my mom's going to want to try and I desperately want to laugh at--er, with-- her.

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1447. Kelly Silkman said:

    Thank God for Dooce and thank God for wii fit!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1448. Genelle Gardner said:

    If I had a Wii and Wii Fit I know that I would use it after I give birth to get back into shape. (My hubby might benefit from it as well.)

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1449. The Pumkin Patch said:

    Channeling energy from one Avon sales person to another......please pick my number.

    Our home is in desperate need of entertainment and the Nintendo Wii would make us all SO VERY HAPPY!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1450. Michelle Smith said:

    It's strange that you post this today. I just started a diet today. Not just a diet, but a total overhall of what I put into my body. I've been carrying around extra weight most of my 18 years. It's been really hard on my body and it is a main cause for my Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. I have to take 3 different prescriptions daily, and I would like to not have to put those chemicals in my body anymore. Not telling some kind of sob story, there are so many other worse things to have. I just am ready to change. Your recent posts about your cleanse have been really motivating, thank you. In general, your blog has really kept my spirits up, it is the first feed I check daily.

    My fiance and I want to be healthy! Help us get started, Heather!

    PS (If you have a Costco nearby, they sell already it already cooked and fresh in a package, it's so delicious!)

    *crosses fingers*

    06.30.08 - 02:08 PM
  • 1451. Jen R said:

    Wow, the comments on this page have tripled since I hit submit on my last one.

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1452. Janie said:

    heee-heee....every time I go to view the last page of comments, by the time I get there it's not the last page anymore!
    Gotta love Wii Fit!!

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1453. Penny said:

    Oh, and another reason why I need this - due to the aforementioned 2 small children, my husband and I are starting a diet next week (after the 4th) and this would fit hand in hand with that!

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1454. Cheri said:

    A Wii Fit set would help me as I battle a condition called PseudoTumor Cerebri. While I am not signifantly overweight, the only real treatment option other than a shunt is weight loss. So, mom... please pick me! :o)

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1455. Shelley Williams said:

    I would love this! I have lost 50 pounds, and this would be awesome to help me lose the rest and firm up this leftover flab!

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1456. nicole s. said:

    i hope your mom picks mii! (ha! puns!) and if not, i can't wait to see chuck perfecting his balancing act!

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1457. Corinne said:

    Let's just say I'm chubby and my ass could use Wii Fit.

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1458. Amy said:

    Thank you for the chance!! My mom has one and when we visit, we can not stop playing on it!! Too much fun!!

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1459. Rose said:

    Pick me! Pick me!
    (I already have one, and have logged 10 hours on it in the span of 9 days .. but I would put the other to good use, too!)

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1460. Charmaine said:

    Oh yay! If I win, I will use the Wii Fit to become superwoman!

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1461. denacho said:

    because i really really really want to try out the yoga part of it.

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1462. Jessica said:

    It's interesting ... I haven't noticed any comments on THIS post telling you what a terrible person you are, or how you are going to ruin Leta's/Chuck's/Coco's/Jon's/your mom's life ... funny how that works.

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1463. Natalie Wardel said:

    If I won this, my husband would make sweet love to me.

    I guess if I won this, and then gave it to my husband he would love me.

    If I didn't tell my husband about it, he'd find out eventually because we live in a itsy bitsy apartment that's the perfect size for a Wii.

    Natalie

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1464. Kristina said:

    I need all the help I can get to get in shape ("stay in shape" isn't even part of my vocabulary). Something free is even better.

    06.30.08 - 02:09 PM
  • 1465. lindsey said:

    wow, when i went to put in a comment, there were something like 300 comments on this post. 5 minutes later there are over 1,000. thank god you aren't using your internet powers for evil, heather. :) i wanna wii!!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1466. Meaghan said:

    The WII fit looks like so much fun -I'm jealous that you got to play with it!

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1467. Liz C said:

    OMG! Let's see, 53-yo boyfriend and 8-yo son are both game-aholics. A Wii + Wii Fit would get them away from the computer desk... what a great and wondrous thing!

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1468. Megan said:

    Pick me! Go Wii!

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1469. Meredith said:

    Me and my sad, poor, grad school ass needs this.

    It would fulfill my dreams of balancing on a white board with a group of my friends.

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1470. katie7487 said:

    my family and i have entered a weight loss contest, and this would definitely help me beat them! i am in college and i would LOVE to have a wii, especially if i could also use it as a work out tool!

    i love your website, btw.

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1471. Katie said:

    I've been making a real effort this year to become more fit, and not just physically. I would love to have a Wii Fit I could use at home, and that would help me track my 'Real Age' and my progress.

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1472. laura said:

    I need a wii fit because I just turned 30 and am need to be in better shape! This would make working out fun!

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1473. Jenifer said:

    Yippee. I'm game.

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1474. Cori said:

    P.S. I hope your server can handle all this commenting!
    You have thousands of comments normally, and you're not even giving away anything!

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1475. Jenna said:

    I want this Wii bad enough to be fighting my office's SLOW ASS INTERNET and your completely totally bogged down website right now. LOL! If I won the Wii, I would so Wii Fit my ass off AND buy Guitar Hero for it so I could Wii exercise my wee little fingers. And my boyfriend would be pretty WIIEED too. We'd Wii Wii Wii all the way home to play our Wii every night. WII! WEE!!!

    WEE!!!

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1476. Michelle Smith said:

    It's strange that you post this today. I just started a diet today. Not just a diet, but a total overhall of what I put into my body. I've been carrying around extra weight most of my 18 years. It's been really hard on my body and it is a main cause for my Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. I have to take 3 different prescriptions daily, and I would like to not have to put those chemicals in my body anymore. Not telling some kind of sob story, there are so many other worse things to have. I just am ready to change. Your recent posts about your cleanse have been really motivating, thank you. In general, your blog has really kept my spirits up, it is the first feed I check daily.

    My fiance and I want to be healthy! Help us get started, Heather!

    PS (If you have a Costco nearby, they sell already it already cooked and fresh in a package, it's so delicious!)

    *crosses fingers*

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1477. Shelley P said:

    If I had a Wii Fit I'd finally be able to kick my 7yr old nephew's Wii Champion butt!!! I played Wii for the first time a couple months ago with my nephew and as I watched him play tennis, I totally thought I'd win game. Boy, was I wrong!!! Not only did he kick my butt big time, but I was sore the following day!

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1478. Angie said:

    I want a Wii! Your blog rocks!

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1479. Shannon said:

    I turn 40 in a few days, so I need the Wii Fit to help me feel young and foxy instead of old and fat.

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1480. Maren said:

    I need a Wii like I need a hole in the head. And I really need a hole in the head.

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1481. Lindsay said:

    I have 5 boys named Collin, Alec, Isaac, Hunter & Logan. My oldest Collin is special needs. I would love to have a wii fit so that Collin and I (I'm single mom) could work on his coordination. I wouldn't mind having one either to help me lose the weight from having 5 children :) I'm sure the other children would have a lot of fun with it as well!

    I love your site, Keep up the writing!

    Lindsay

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1482. Michelle Smith said:

    It's strange that you post this today. I just started a diet today. Not just a diet, but a total overhall of what I put into my body. I've been carrying around extra weight most of my 18 years. It's been really hard on my body and it is a main cause for my Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. I have to take 3 different prescriptions daily, and I would like to not have to put those chemicals in my body anymore. Not telling some kind of sob story, there are so many other worse things to have. I just am ready to change. Your recent posts about your cleanse have been really motivating, thank you. In general, your blog has really kept my spirits up, it is the first feed I check daily.

    My fiance and I want to be healthy! Help us get started, Heather!

    PS (If you have a Costco nearby, they sell already it already cooked and fresh in a package, it's so delicious!)

    *crosses fingers*

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1483. Kelley said:

    I've really been wanting to try out Wii fit because my beer belly is getting SERIOUS.

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
  • 1484. Janet U. said:

    I've been wanting Wii Fit for awhile. I've lost 35 lbs and have been trying to improve my health and thought this might be a great way to motivate my lazy butt to exercise. lol

    06.30.08 - 02:10 PM
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