Hi Denise!! Girl I can relate. This yo yo weight loss has got to stop. I think I'm finally getting it but I'm nervous none the same. Changing my eating habits is hard but exercising is harder. Getting motivated is a biggie for me because I'm too used to being on my butt. Pain was a good excuse to stay on it. I'm realizing that there are things I can be doing that won't mess with my back. I can't jog but I can walk. I can't get 10,000 steps in a day but I can get in 3000 now. I'm getting stronger and that's what matters. I'm okay with where I'm at because I know I'm trying and it's working....for me. Work at your own pace. Just don't give up. I'm a goof too. This should be fun!

A few Minnesota people told me that Minnesota Nice is their version of nice. They have their own definition of nice. If you don't grow up with them they will put up with you but you will never be a part of "their" group. I don't know if it's because I'm from Texas and women are treated with respect ie opening doors, pulling back the chair, hat tipping. Yes it's really done. People look you in the eyes when walking by and say hello along with a smile. A conversation while you are in line is a guarantee. Here people don't acknowledge that you even exist. I smile at people as I pass by them but they must have not seen me. Someone sneezed today & said bless you. No smile, no thank you. Passed me by like I was invisible. Too many people have told me that they have their groups and outsiders are not welcome. They invite you to things but never call when they say they will. I realize this may not account for all Minnie's but I've been here 2 and a half years and have not one single friend. I don't mean to insult or be mean to anybody because I am hoping we can all stay on the same bus because by the time we get to where we need to be we will be taking a limo to celebrate!