21 May 2011 ‘The Reveal’: Makeover winners celebrate success

Friends, family, co-workers and makeover sponsors were on hand to celebrate the (501) Make Me Over winners at “The Big Reveal” reception hosted by American Management Corporation in Downtown Conway.

Peggy Stone and Christina Hernandez, who work at AMC, were selected last fall for the makeover experience.

Sponsored by 501 Advertising and Publishing, Peggy and Christina have enjoyed a makeover prize package valued up to $100,000. It has included a total smile makeover, weight loss and fitness program, nutrition counseling, skincare and nearly anything else needed for a complete makeover. They also received a pedicure and manicure, clothing and accessories, flowers, a limo ride and dinner for four.

Contest sponsors include Dalton Designer Smiles, 24/7 Fitness, US Compounding, Elan, Hurley Chiropractic, Harrington & Co., Advanced Facial Aesthetics, Walk This Way, Premier Designs Jewelry, Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe, Celebration Limo and Oak Street Bistro.

Both Peggy and Christina required extensive dental work, which was provided by Dr. Kyle Dalton at Dalton Designer Smiles. Peggy’s work – which included a bridge and partial – is complete, and now she is not embarrassed by her smile or how her mouth looks when she laughs. “Dr. Dalton made beautiful teeth.”

Christina’s work was more extensive and will require another year and a half to complete.

In addition to their new smiles, both women have accomplished several goals. They have dropped several sizes and no longer require certain medications. Peggy was on medicine for diabetes and had to check her blood sugar three to four times daily.

Peggy and Christina recognize the change in perspective that has taken place inside as well as the changes in their appearance. In addition to more self-confidence, they have gained skills and knowledge to better care for themselves and those around them. They have also discussed ways to continue some of the services they received.

“I’ve learned to take time for myself because I’m important. That’s what I learned from everybody involved,” Christina said. “Before, I felt selfish if I took time for myself.”

Both women are grateful for the experience and appreciative of the makeover sponsors. “Every person has been amazing,” said Peggy. “They’ve treated us in a way we’ve never been treated. They have spoiled us.”

“We’re so blessed by all of it,” Christina added.