Looking to add friends

Hi All!

I am not necessarily new here, so to speak, as I have been using the site for awhile. But my only other "friend" was my mom (haha) and she doesn't really use it. I realized that I was losing motivation to keep track of everything because I wasn't being held accountable.

So, I come to you, strangers in internetland! Be my motivational buddy and I'll be yours!

Here's some background: I am 27yr old woman from Indianapolis and I work as a social worker for a local hospital system. I am vegetarian and enjoy riding my bike, reading, and gardening (although with this drought my garden isn't doing so hot). I am married, but don't have any kids. I do have 2 cats.

I have struggled with my weight for the past 19 years. I gained a lot of weight when my parents got divorced when I was 8 and have been dieting, binging, dieting, working out, etc etc since then. Given that my job can be stressful and I sometimes work long hours, it's hard for me to feel motivated to come home and cook a healthy meal or hit the gym to work out. I don't work a typical 9-5 and unfortunately a lot of weight-loss advice is created for people who do. For example, it's not always possible for me to work out and eat dinner before 7pm each day because I might not get home from work until 9. I would like to find some support people who are open-minded, caring, and will help keep me on track and positive. I promise to do the same for you!

My motivation for being healthy is my future. My father has had multiple weight-related health issues and I have decided that I do NOT want to be an overweight/unhealthy 50, 60, or 70 year old! I want to be able to travel the world and have fun until I die, so I could use the help now to keep myself motivated and looking and feeling good!

Anyway, please add me if you feel like I'm someone who could jive with your style.