Hi any Tennesseans out there ??

I am not new to My fitness pal I have used it for years on and off but I am new to community side of app.
I wanted to say hi and introduce myself my name is Bobbie. I am near Maryville TN that's about 30 mins. From Knoxville TN. I am currently over 200 lbs and I have a personal goal to reach 130. I would like to find someone that lives near me with similar interests and weight loss goals. I also need help in the kitchen with cooking and preparing healthier meals for myself and family any advice or help would be greatly appreciated.
I would love to find a partner/friend to help motivate and support me through this weight loss journey.
Good luck to everyone 1 step at a time..
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