[Sarilyn]

I have tried losing weight before, with no luck, so I am doing my due diligence and coming up with a battle plan this time. I have my Pilates DVD now, and the diet is extremely important to me. I have gone from being thin and healthy to fat and have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, CFS, and Barret's Esophogus. I know I will feel ever so much better if I get my health back under control and lose this excess weight.

I want to be able to look decent in a swimsuit by summer. This year I was embarrassed to even wear shorts out, much less a swimsuit!

I went out today and got my hair cut and colored and my nails done to give myself a little mental lift to kick off the new me! Pilates start tomorrow morning, and so does a close watch on my eating habits!

[LotusMama]

Hello, Sarilyn, and welcome! I like your idea of kicking off your weight loss journey with a haircut, color and a manicure.

I wish yout the very best; you can do it!

Cheers,

J

[Sarilyn]

Thanks! I think I am just stubborn enough to do it!

[Windchime]

Hello, Sarilyn. Welcome and Happy Birthday to you!

[leeway]

Hi Sarilyn!
It's sounds like you're ready to go with a good plan in place - good luck with your goals - we'll all be here cheering you on!

Glad to have you join us! There are lots & lots of different groups and forums - I'm sure you'll find some that will keep you motivated, inspired and entertained! You'll also find info and first hand advice on different plans to help get through the ups and downs.

There are bunches of people here with more to lose and some with less - the bottom line is that we all have to do it a day at a time. The good thing is that we'll have lots of company along the way.

I've only been here a short time myself, having NEVER been part of an online forum. What has been so eye-opening is how much it has helped me. Whenever I feel overwhelmed or defeated, I just log on and read some of the success stories, complete with their before & after photos - or read about others still dealing day to day with their challenges - and before I know it, the time has flown by and so have all the thoughts of cheating or giving up.

So welcome - you've found the right place - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!

[Onederchic]

Welcome to 3FC and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

[MathGirl87]

Hope your pilates exercise is going well TODAY!!!

Glad to have you, this sounds like an excellent way to kick off your new year at your new age.

See you around and good luck!

[PammyFl]

Welcome!! Good luck!