Looking for Support and Accountability

I've never used a community blog website before, but venture here in hopes of finding a weightloss and nutrition buddy. Not sure if I should be looking for members as new as me or veterans who know their way around MFP. In the end, I just need help with will power and accountability. Someone(s) familiar with MFP would be great, too, in terms of tips and tricks so I can get the most out of the MFP website. For example, is there a way to get notificaitons when someone sends me a message?

I am a 44 year old female with 50 pounds to lose. I've yo-yo'd quite a bit the last 15 years and must admit I've been more committed and successful with weight loss efforts in the past that I feel today, but hoping this is a start and hoping that getting involved with a larger group will make the process less lonely (my family isn't really in need of weighloss like I am). Hard getting back on the horse knowing how hard I worked last time and have gained all but 10 pounds back.

I am starting tomorrow with diet, exercise and by body bugg (once I get it dusted off). I love the accountability it creates, but it just doesn't talk back to me.

I feel like I should also mention how much I love watching football and snuggling and watching movies in cold weather. Wondering if I should even be trying at this time of year, but also tired of feeling tired. Suggestions that are football weekend specific would be welcomed!