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Hi! Sounds like you are headed on the right track. My calorie count is a little higher, as I found it hard to exercise and eat only 1200 calories. I started MFP last August and really didn't commit until a little earlier this year. Because of that, my weight increased by 15 + pounds over the holidays, which explains why my…

I wanted to comment and add that there are some very good comments here. I tend to be long-winded and so I will be as brief as possible: Pay attention to what jjplato is saying - there are also a lot of good posts from others. Alcohol - that will really jack up weight loss for a lot of people. Portioning is important to…

Thanks a bunch for your comment! You have a lot on your plate, but there is time for YOU and it's great that you're doing this to commit to your own health despite the needs of others around you. You are truly a Super Woman! Jean

Hi! I can relate to how hard it is to take care of a sick and/or elderly parent. I had a really rough time when I took care of my mom. She had lung cancer and it progressed pretty quickly. The schedule was so stressful and demanding and I still had a full-time job and was going to school. I didn't eat right, nor have time…

Hi Tracy! Welcome! Wow! Good for you for getting out there and doing what IS within your power to get healthy! You are an inspiration to me! I cannot personally relate to having IIH, nor PCOS, but I am happy to be a source of support on your journey toward health! I have sent you a friend request. Jean

The first thing I thought of when I read your post was that my mom was 70 when she passed and prior to getting diagnosed with cancer about a year before, she rocked a bikini (and looked pretty damned good). She did not have body surgery and although she wasn't as tight as someone would be in their 20's, 30's, 40's etc.,…

I agree and disagree with this at the same time. Yes, you really have to want it. However, everyone does it different. I do find that being around others helps me to push harder, which is why I go to the gym (or exercise at the beach with a friend if we can coordinate our schedules). I also find that information lets me…

Oh goodness! I am a FOODIE. I am okay with that. The trick I am learning is to eat foods that taste good, but are still good for you. I recently started eating fish/shellfish only (no other meats) for personal reasons moreso than health and so I ordered vegetarian times magazine to get ideas for those days where I didn't…

Thanks! I just find that we don't have to beat ourselves up. Yes, this is about commitment, but for the long-haul. I can relate to losing a bunch and gaining it back. I think I am the "yo-yo" expert! I just want to be healthy for life and as long as I am headed in the right direction for good health (inside and out) then I…

I have to agree with this! We think "Oh! I am eating a salad. It is healthy. I'll lose weight." Nope. Salads can add up to as many calories as "junk food." Measure everything and count it up - you'd be surprised. As you start to check out the foods you're eating and what they really add up to, you'll start to realize that…

Hi! Feel free to add me if you would like a buddy! We can all use some buddies for extra motivation :) Jean

Everyone is going to have different comments for you and there is some truth to it all and sometimes some bad info (which I haven't seen here). The truth (in my opinion) comes from a silly little quote that I read online "Get fit in the gym. Lose weight in the kitchen." To me, this means you lose weight by having calorie…

Hi! The "weight loss journey" is just that. Think of it this way...when you imagine someone going on a journey, do you think of someone walking in a straight line on a path that has no dips or hills? I don't! I think of things like Frodo's journey on the Lord of the Rings or Choose Your Own Adventure stories that are…

Hi! I was reading your post and it sounded like the things that I've done. I agree with the others that posted. From what I've seen (I am just starting out), the people that are the most successful change the way that they think about food and health. I believe there is a saying: "Eat to live, don't live to eat." I love…

Tiff, Oh this is my story! If I get my hand on candies I just overdo it most of the time. Recently, I had a major candy binge (on Valentine's Day or the day after or something). I just find that there is no middle ground, UNLESS I buy a small portion. It's just easier to stay away. Remember, cravings last about 15…

I just ordered my 21 day fix stuff yesterday. I am available as soon as I get it for anyone that wants to add me!

Alright!!! Sounds like a plan!!! Let's do this thing!!!! (Imagine me running around waving my hands in the air!!! ) Yes. I know. I am a dork.

Cheese is one of my favorites too. Ugh. Alcohol - no prob because I don't drink anyways, so I'm lucky in that way (I feel for those that like it). Dairy in general is a hard one because it's in so much!!! You are an amazing motivator, gal! Thanks for sharing this with us!! Go team!

Jilly from Philly, I am totally on board with helping to be your Motivator if you'll be mine!!! Thanks for the add! High five!

OMG sharebear, I love that idea (letting yourself have it tomorrow if you still want it). I really like the ideas for giving up something each month. So do you only do it for a month or is it an ongoing thing? I also like the idea of starting with reasonable gym goals. I think that anytime I try everything completely…

I am so glad that you decided to join! I am looking forward to this. I think it will be really motivating and a bit of fun :smile:

Deona, not a fan of drama either!!! Just positive vibes here!

Oh my! I can second that one. Putting on pounds is easy. Ugh!!! Congrats on your loss so far!!

Thanks for even more people! Yay!!! I am loving this so far!!!

Thanks everyone for your replies so far!!! I am really excited to meet all of you. This is such a great forum! I am looking forward to getting to know you guys and to provide the support and tips that I know all of us need. Woot Woot!!! We can do it!

Hi!!! I am just joining the community today. I have 35 pound to lose as well so I am excited to see that so many of you have the same goals! I have been trying to do things pretty much on my own, but I could really use the accountability. Feel free to add me (and anyone else is free to as well!)