Hi! I'm Paris. New to DC and MFP. Looking to make friends and get in better shape.

Is that a pink sheep you're walking?

lolz no just one of the dogs I was holding off set

Weird. It looks like a goat or a sheep O_o; is it a poodle? You work with animals?

dont know what kind. its not mine and i don't work with animals. i just happened to be there for a quick job

Hi, I have been a member of MFP since july, 2011. I only found this group through a friend who is a member here.
I am 57, single since 2009. After several life issues including the divorce I had become very reclusive. My self image was so low. But MFP has been a real positive in my life. I want more positive things now.

Since my success so far here I want to start socializing ( a little at a time :-) So I am looking to make friends here that are helpful to get advice and input from. About 2 weeks ago I went to an online site POF to begin making some contact with women. Not knowing what to expect, I still have found it disappointing.

I have a long way to go. Literally, I have been inside the house about 99% of the time since 2009. In 2010 I might have been out only 5 or 6 times for short periods only. Mobility is still an issue (but I am improving) so I don't have the gym contact that most have. I have gone to local casino with my brother and his family and I talk to whoever is next to me just to converse. I feel it is helping.
My goal is to regain normal mobility without the cane or walker and find some of my 'old self' with confidence and my outgoing personality that has been gone for so long.
Any advice on re-joining the rest of the world from guys and gals is appreciated.

I have made the first step...I started.
I will continue until I succeed.

Richard

Hi!

I am recently seperated froma 16 year marriage. I have to wonderful boys who are 5 and 8. Trying to navigate through the whole divorce/seperation process. It has certainly a life changing experience.

I joined MFP a year ago and have lost a total of 140lbs but still a little more to go. Looking forward to getting to know others who are in my situation and who kick butt each day!

Hi all, I’m Doug. 28 (soon to be 29, Feb 17th) from Clayton, NC.

Currently (1-30-12) I’ve been on MFP for over a month and am down 17lbs and loving it!

I’m a high school teacher and completing a doctorate degree in Technology Education this semester. Yippee!!! I really just got sick and tired of being out of shape!!!

I attend an awesome church, have two amazing sons that I spend every day with, and am passionate about learning in general.

I haven’t dated since getting divorced so … yeah…. You know….

Anyways, looking forward to talking with some of you!

Hi. I'm Donna. I've been sober now for....Oh, never mind, wrong group!

Anyway. I've been single again for almost 2 years. I'm older than a lot of you that post regularly but I belong here much more than sitting in a rocking chair crocheting some blanket or sweater.

See you in the forums!

Hi to all the new peeps! And, love the pirate sword Donna!!!

And hello to you! The sword was part of a fun day.

Hi there, forum.

I am also new here, sort of new to MPF, been on here about 3 weeks. I was brought over here from Reddit's /r/theketodiet sub, and I've been enjoying it thus far. It's nice to see people with similar goals.

So hi, I'm Katie, I'm fairly awesome. 29, from Michigan, have some cats. The usual.

Sam and I are also cat ladies (I cheated and have a puppydog too though)

Welcome!

Hi everyone. My name is David, I am 32. I have never been married and do not have any children. I am from FL. but live in southern MS. I am a full time student working on my B.S. in Computer Science with a minor in Homeland Security. I started MFP on 1/7/13 after a person I met at the gym told me about it. I really enjoy using the app and the website.
My CW: 286
1st GW: 275
2nd GW: 250
3rd GW: 225
Final GW (for the time being): 200

I set it at 200 because when I was in the Army and at my fittest that was what I weighed, but I am older now so will adjust as needed when I get to that point.

Welcome David! Crack a beer and make yourself at home

I live in PA. I was on myfitnesspal before. I need to lose 20 lbs and tone up. I would love to find people who live in NEPA or the Southern TIer of NY to cheer each other on and possibly work out together.

Hi,

I'm Alan a.k.a. Moya, been on MFP since October.
Aiming to gain some muscle and some self esteem.

Im Marc from NY

Hi Bev, I'm Kathy. I would be happy to support you and would appreciate your support in return. I'm in Ohio and continuing to improve my overall health and wellness. I've used MFP for a few years with success but seem to have lost traction this year. Feel free to friend me.

Hi all,
From Melbourne, Australia. Any other Aussies here?
I'm a proffessional nerd. But not ruled by it

Aiming to get back to a weight i don't cringe when i see on the scales.

Always happy to add new friends and chat.