Hey ya! I'm in New Jersey as well!
I'm 31, started at around 340 pounds, but I probably was 350 at one point. EEKS! But now I'm trucking along trying to break out of the 270s completely lol. I'm learning how to appreciate exercise and working out, lol I'm not there yet haha.
I love that you both seem to be on this journey together, that will be wonderful support for the both of you.
You have loads of support here and I understand, we all do, what you are feeling and going through. You can totally do this, we all can!
Nice to meet you and welcome welcome!