Diabetic so now serious

Hi everyone! I’ve popped in on and off here and there- never too motivated - I just got diagnosed as diabetic- never even pre-diabetic! I’m feeling guilty for never being serious with weight loss- guess this is my motivation! No meds prescribed as of now and i’m trying to avoid them… 7.1 and 6 months later 6.7 AC1 so now it’s time to lose weight… any friends, support, tips would be welcomed! Weight loss is my goal of course so everyone is welcome! :) Good luck to you all in your journey!