New to MFP

Hi everyone, I just decided that I need to get serious with my weight loss. I recently started trying to do weight watchers but the whole points thing doesn't really work for me. I've dealt with being over-weight for a good portion of my life. I'm 21 and decided that I need to get thin so I can really enjoy my time in my twenties like I should be! I find myself not really enjoying the summer months because all my friends want to go swimming and I never can because I'm too embarrassed to wear a swim suit. SO, it's finally time for a change! I want to lose between 75-100lbs. I'm here to help and try to motivate others and to get some motivation from others as well. Well thanks for reading!