Hello. Starting over!

Hi there,
Since having children I have been on this battle of the bulge forever. I am 36 years old with three boys 13 ,7 and 9 months. The last two years we have had some stresses with my husband losing his job and starting a new career and going back to school and I have gained a further 30lbs and now weigh 204lb
My Mum is very overweight for her height and has server arthritis in her back knees and feet and has had to have knee surgery on both knees. I know her weight has been a factor in this and I have recently been waking up with joint pain and I know I am going to follow in her footsteps unless I make a change.
I feel like I have let myself go and haven't noticed the weight gain over the years until I see a photo of myself or try on some new clothes.
I want to be healthy for my children and have the energy to keep up with them.
I have to do it this time, one day at a time and with small goals.
First goal to get under 200lb. then second 190.
I'm hoping to find some friends and support on this page

Jaime