Hi Newbie....Kinda shy

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Hi everyone. I have been on MFP for a few weeks now....not really sure just how long. I come in every day check out the forums and read all the new posts. I am kinda shy so actually posting is a big step for me. I have responded to a few post here and there but have never wrote one like this. I live in Australia......I am blissfully married to the man of my dreams...I have three grown sons and I turn 45 very very soon. I am here to not only lose weight but also find a way to maintain my loss. My problem is that every summer I struggle to lose all the excess kilo's I put on over winter. This year I want to change that.. I would love any advice you all might have to help me keep my weight down and I would love to have some friends.....please add me!! Looking forward to sharing my weight loss journey with you all. xx Kimi