i am not sure where portage is, but i am in mount vernon, which is close to columbus. do you know where that is? hi by the way! i am 24 years old and a mother to three kids, ages 5, 24 months, and 7 months. im on atkins, and am finally starting to lose some long overdue weight. would love to be able to have a buddy to share experience, strength, and hope with!