ehm0311
Ruby is an inspiration to all us 'fat women'. She shows great courage and willpower that I've not seen before. Yes, it does include personal drama, but the bottom line is...she is exactly where many of us have been and are trying to reach a good weight and feel good. Please keep "Ruby" on the air. By viewing all of her trial and tribulations, many women and young girls are now brave enough themselves to venture out and try ways of losing weight for themselves, not for others. Losing weight is a wonderful self esteem booster that will transcend into our daily lives. By the way, isn't Michelle Obama targeting obesity as her health campaign?
tauras95-972-741671
Ruby is one of those shows that not only shows the good side of weight loss but also the struggles along the way. The ups and the downs makes the weight loss struggle an inspirational motivation for every person out there. I wish her and all that watch her the very best life has to offer. The first time she showed the struggle to get out of bed, I was so excited for her. The show has been an open book and of her struggles her dreams and her hopes. In the first season she attempts to walk a mile. I'm not going to say if she makes it or not, but even her attempt was inspiration to all who made the journey with her. Her struggle with her ex-boyfriend is also very interesting, does someone love you for who you are or who your becoming, or is just to be on television? I hope this next season answers some of those questions.
smgereaux
Contrary to another poster, Ruby is an inspiration for everyone; not only those with weight problems, but also those dealing with dysfunctional families, damaged personal relationships, and fear! Ruby's been working exhaustively to confront her demons which include food, her mother, her father, her lost memory, her on-again/off-again boyfriend, and she never, ever gives up. She's lost hundreds of pounds and continues to push herself beyond most limitations and accomplished feats I would be terrified to attempt (and I'm a fairly normal sized, healthy woman). Ruby is definitely aware of the health risks which accompany her weight problems, and that is why she's aggressively working to change her lifestyle. But what is most enchanting, most encouraging, and most enjoyable is witnessing her adorable spirit and upbeat personality! I love Ruby, and I wish I lived near her!
MarieGabrielle
Just a question, as we have seen so many variations of secondary stories, oddities, aberrations and health issues.In some instances, reality TV can work; i.e. the Health Channel has episodes where they review nutrition and weight loss issues, and physicians recommend certain regimes for the patient. Also, shows like "Sell This House" may be productive, as they help the audience.Then the flip side. "Real Housewives" (from wherever); "The Swan" and other trash TV which capitalizes on the weaknesses (and petty cruelties) of others.Frankly, this show seems to weigh in as the latter (pun intended). While Ruby may indeed be genuinely attempting to lose weight and take control of her life, as well as (in this evenings episode) recreate a relationship with her former boyfriend (who is stipulating she must lose several 100 lbs before he gives a relationship with her a chance). The fact that her obesity is a ticking time bomb is cheerfully ignored, while she gets a pedicure (Rather offensive).The show basically insults its object (Ruby) as well as the audience. While it pretends to be constructive, it basically puts her issues into the middle of a circus, no medical facts or helpful advice is proffered, and this degenerates into another 7th grader lunchroom mentality show. Skip it.