Looking for online friends to motivate me (I'll reciprocate)

amillerwvu

Hi...I've been on MFP for a few months, but I have decided to interact a bit more--to gain friends so that I'm not alone. I've been on this journey before (lose, gain, lose, gain). I'm getting to the age where I know I MUST pay attention to what I'm doing to my body. I've been logging my food and my exercise. For me, having other people going through the same challenges I'm facing is imperative to my success so that I am held accountable for actions.

I have three gorgeous, thin sisters. I hate being the "fat" one. Not only are they beautiful, but they are younger as well (by a decade). They are supportive of me, but IMO a skinny person doesn't quite understand the struggle of someone who is battling weight. In addition, my husband is VERY fit; he lifts weights and watches his intake. He's never belittled me, and I appreciate that. It's just difficult being surrounded by people whose innate nature is to be thin.

My desire is NOT to be "skinny," but I do want to fit into my nice clothes that I have hanging in my closet. I was almost there two years ago, and I had some female issues that spiraled out of control, leading to surgeries and medication which hampered my weight loss. If you are looking for support or if my story is similar to yours, please add me! I'd love to make new friends on here!