Hi. My name is Jean

I was thinking this morning about posting in the success stories thread when I finally hit my goal... but then I thought, "hey, you've never even introduced yourself". So here I am. I've been here since July of last year and have enjoyed learning as much as I can about myself and losing weight.
I live in the south... Tennessee to be exact, and I love it! Any other southern people out there? They say it's harder to lose weight when you live in the south because of all the fried foods, and southern cooking... not sure I believe that 100%. I think it's hard no matter where you live. You just have to do what you have to do.
I am not shy by any means. I believe if you truly want something, you have to work for it. I believe you make time for what is important to you. I work in a psychotherapy office. I am 45. I am, for the most part, a very happy person. I believe happiness is a choice--you just wake up and choose to be happy! I am active and enjoy "wogging" (since my knee prevents me from running). I also go to the gym 4 days a week alternating arms, legs, core and do cardio just about every day. I am about 8 pounds from my "goal" but have recently realized I may never be at my true goal since now it is about toning and getting in the best shape I can. It's not so much about the scale anymore.
Anyway, that's me in a nutshell. I am thankful for all the friends I have met on here and look forward to meeting new ones.