[K3lly]

Hello, my name is Kelly, I am 25 yrs old. A couple months ago I had not 1, but 2 of my 'mother hen' type co-workers mention to me they noticed some weight gain. When I finally stepped back and looked at the way my clothes fit, and how I looked out of my ill fitting clothes. And I got on the scale. I am at my heaviest, and I am just so mad at myself for letting myself go. I really want to be healthy, and get thin. But it seems like I have no drive, energy, or motivation to do it. about 4 yrs ago I was 50 lbs thinner, working out, and physically feeling great! And at that point in my life I was miserable, going through a divorce((which came along shortly after my 20lb weight loss)), on top of quitting smoking ((which didn't last too long)), living with my sister, and her 3 kids. Now I am happy, ((aside from my crappy job)), I just married my best friend about 12 days ago, and I feel physically CRAPPY. I feel fat, and plain old 'yucky'!!

I don't get any kind of support from my friends because a lot of them are overweight ((a lot more than I am)), and when I mention my weight, or what my goals are, they say how they would be happy to be 'as small as' I am, or just look at me like wtf!!

My husband just joined the Air Force, and will be leaving for Basic Training on July 20th 2010. He will be gone for 8 1/2 weeks. I would like to start now, but I would really like to surprise him when I show up in Texas for his Graduation Ceremony!!

My faults, and vises.... pizza, pickles, ice cream, soda, and the worst part.... I'm lazy.

I look forward to meeting everyone here, but most of all I look forward to the help, motivation I gain from you guys!

[L R K]

Welcome and best of luck! You will find plenty of support here at 3FC

[Onederchic]

Welcome to 3FC and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

[K3lly]

Thanks Ladies!

[leeway]

Hi Kelly!
It's sounds like you're ready to get going - there are many here who can relate to your feelings - we're all here to cheer 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 choose the right one for you and to 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!