Hello all and it was interesting to read each of your journeys. I wish all of you much success. I'm 46 and live in Ontario Canada. I am on my own journey of losing all the baggage on not only my body but my mind and spirit. I have suffered PTSD and depression but I am getting good at seeing the negative paths and most importantly for me the abusive negative ppl I allowed into my life. It came naturally to me considering a childhood of alcholic parents and abnormal environment. I have a 16 year old son and I am thankful for the opportunity to get my *kitten* together. Not everyone gets that chance as life is precious. Good luck to all of you.

I'm 42, live in Pennsylvania, and have about 40 pounds to lose. When I started, it was 80, and so overwhelming. Now, I'm about half way there, and already feeling so much better! I have had to accept that my body chemistry, family history, and personal history of bad eating mean that I will need to be low carb for the rest of my life. But, in return, I get to feel better, look better, and set a good example for my 6 year old little girl. I am determined to lose the weight, and keep it off, as well as increase my fitness level.
I'm a special education teacher, so I'm looking forward to really bumping up the exercise during my time off this summer. For that, I will need motivating friends, so please feel free to add me!