bio's 11-17-01

  • I put all together again.

    If you find any mistakes in info let me know.I just tried to put them all together as some were at the end plus I kept bringing it to the top.Anyone can copy and paste and put it on a word document.Hopefully new people will post their bio's here.This seemed like a good idea at the time. When you do put your bio's if you don't mind it is nice if you put your age and what state you are from.We are all a little curious

    User name- Christian Real name- Christie
    Location- Missouri Occupation- cashier at a Dollar Mart
    Kids- 2 girls, Megan 4 and Marissa age 7
    Married- 6 years to a wonderful guy (Jason)
    When I started Tops- May of 2000
    Weight when started- 155 weight now- 142 Goal weight- 135
    Anything else- I started dieting in May of 1999 at 184 pounds and a size 18-20, I found out about Tops and knew it would help me to stay on track , I used the sugar busters program and prayer to get where I am today and the companionship of all my wonderful Tops Pals has kept me motivated to reach the goal I have set 184/142/135


    User Name - lady06498 Real Name - Sherri
    Location - NY
    Occupation - I clean houses for people on my own. I have a total of 6 houses that I clean.
    Kids - 1 daughter megan 2 1/2 years old
    Married - I was married July 2000 to a wonderful man (John). We had been together 12 years before we were married.
    When I started TOPS - November 16, 2000
    Weight When Started - 168 1/4 lbs. Weight Now - 163 3/4 lbs. Goal Weight - 140

    Anything Else - When I started to do different diets to lose weight I was at my highest weight ever. I was 193lbs. after having my daughter and stayed there or about 3 lbs lighter for the next 1 1/2 years. I got serious last jan. and started the ww123 plan at home on my own. With the help of the internet and the boards. I was in a size 18 1 year ago and now I am in a size 14. So I have dropped 2 sizes in one year. I joined tops because I wanted the weekly weigh ins and I felt that if I reported to a bunch of people every week that it would help me stay on track better, and it has. Tops was what I needed to stay motivated. I get the most support here though to be honest with you. Thank you all for that.

    User name: Summer8386 Name: Summer Location: Mountains of Colorado
    Birthdate: 4/10 Age: 46
    Status: Married Children: 2 wonderful girls, 17 and 14
    Starting weight: 230 ¾ Present weight: 169 ¼
    Goal weight: 170 (want to lower goal 10#'s)
    Date joining TOPS : 10/92 - 8 years !!
    Hobbies: TOPS, walking, driving, helping others by involvement in volunteer organizatons


    Real name:Eleni*Mom*Grandma
    I live in Tarpon Springs Fl.In fact I was born here and am among the few native Floridian's.
    Age:54 Will be 55 on March 08,2001
    Marital Status:Married for 2nd time.But I got it right this time.I have a wonderful husband who is always supportive of me in whatever I do.He has been such a good father to my children that they always tell people he is their Dad.
    Never step-Dad.
    Children/Ages: Together we have 8 children from 27 years old to 37 years old.3 boys and 5 girls.We also have 9 grandchildren
    { 1 yr olds to 12 years old} 4 boys and 5 girls.Holidays are very noisy
    Occupation:I did work in a power plant and I made electricity.I retired early on Feb 2001.But will have to get another job as retirement isn't enough to pay the bills.But will be able to be home everynight ,weekends and holidays.Something I haven't done in over 20 years Did not quite get exactly what I wanted.I am now a security officer for Wackenhut.I do work only days and get at least one weekend day off.My daughter told me I looked more relaxed than they could ever remember.
    Pets:A very spoiled cat named Simon
    Hobbies/Interests:I enjoy the computer and wish I knew more.Someday I want to make a web site.I also like reading,movies,watching TV. I am easily amused.
    I joined TOPS in January of 1998.I starting gaining weight in 1990.Up until then I had always been thin.TOPS has helped more than anything.I have held several positions in TOPS.Secretary to Leader to Co-leader and I am now weight recorder.I fill in where needed and am sort of a jack of all trades.
    Starting Weight:315 + Present Weight:282 (I have regained 20# since October}
    Goal Weight:150
    Biggest hurdle to overcome in weightloss:Staying focused.Portion control and keeping exercising going.Same hurdles as everyone else. Do have some health problems with heart which are posing quite a hurdle.
    My main plan is to eat healthy and work on portion control and exercising.
    TOPS has been a great support for me and this site has also been a great help.
    Feel free to e-mail me anytime. [email protected]
    I really enjoy getting e-mail from other TOPS telling how they are doing.
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    User name- Dimples Real name- Marie
    Location- Alberta, Canada Occupation- Customer Service Rep
    Kids- 20 year old stepdaughter, 2 dogs and 2 cats Married- 16 years to Kevin
    When I started Tops- November of 2000
    Weight when started- 288 (highest) 265.5 when started TOPS
    weight now- 240 Goal weight- 165
    Anything else- I have always struggled with my weight but have done a lot better since joining TOPS.
    288/240/165

    Name: Tamara Username: icewoman Birthdate: July 1 Age: 26
    Marital Status: Married 2 1/2 years. Children: 6 yr old girl and 3 year old boy
    Location: North Dakota
    Starting Weight: 303 pounds--Feb. 1999 Present Weight: 297 pounds
    Goal Weight: 150 pounds
    When did you join TOPS: Feb of 1999
    Hobbies: cross-stitching, walking, reading,listening to the music (country mostly), playing with the kids
    E-Mail Address: [email protected]


    username – topsgirl name – kathy birthdate - 10/6 age - 35
    single children - my dog, molly 6yrs old
    location - corning, ny
    occupation: deburr technician (fancy name for a laborer, lol)
    years in tops - 5(i think)
    interests - walking, nutrition, reading, computers,dancing
    starting weight this year - 242.5 present weight - 214.5 goal weight - 160
    tops starting date: 2-26-96 anything else: i would like to say that 5 years in tops is a long time to only lose 27 lbs, BUT if it weren't for my tops pals at my meeting and on this board i would have been gaining all this time. thanks for being there!!!

    User name: Mompen Real Name: Penny
    Location: Louisiana
    Occupation: You name it, (we own a business, so inventory, sales, bookkeeping, etc.)
    Kids: 2 boys, Hunter,15 mo. and Nicholas,3 mo. Married: 1 1/2 years to Brad
    When I started Tops: August 1998
    Weight when starting: 174 Weight now: 187 Goal weight: 140
    Anything else: Since I have had my two kids, I have put on weight. I have 13 pounds to go before I get to where I was before I had kids, and then another 34 pounds! I love this place!

    Name: Donna User Name: donna p
    Birthdate: Mar.11 Age: 55 (soon to be 56)
    Maritial Status: married 33 yrs to my best friend.
    Children - Colleen (32) Craig (29)
    (both married to wonderful people who are like my own kids)
    Grandkids - 2 (Taylor 7-boy, Jordan 7 mos-girl)
    Pets - 2 very large dogs and 4 magnificient cats
    Location: Surrey, BC , Canada
    Start weight - 1 yr ago – 273 Present weight – 256 Goal - 150
    When did you join TOPS. not yet but will be in the first week of March
    Job: Accountant - work from home/own business
    Hobbies: hanging out with friends and or family, crafts, partying, volunteer work (right now I am going into the womens prison)
    music, sun tanning, etc. etc.
    email: [email protected]


    User name:dharma
    Real Name:Julia Birthday March 17 40 this year
    Location:Oakville, Ontario, Canada
    Occupation: admin assistant
    Kids: none, I'm allergic
    Married: 6 months (lived together for 15)
    When I started Tops: Fall 2000
    Weight now: 211
    Goal weight: 140


    User Name: Hockeychic Real Name: Kim
    Location: Ontario, Canada Occupation: Insurance Broker
    Kids: Son 11 and Daughter 8
    Married: Since 1987 dated 6 years before that.
    When I started Tops: Jan 2001
    Starting Weight: 177 Current Weight: 177 Goal Weight 135
    Anything else: I am famous for starting a diet every Monday and by Monday afternoon stopping at McD's. This time I am going to do it. Not for my hubby or my kids but for me. I want to look and feel good for me. With all your support I will get there.

    User name: Equinet Real Name: Alannah
    Location: Nova Scotia, Canada
    Occupation: sessional teaching at a university
    Kids: 0 (not having any either)
    Married: not yet - but with same person for 11.5 years now
    When I started Tops: March 2000
    Weight when starting: 231
    Weight now: 222 (was 219 but gained over xmas)
    Goal weight: doctor set 160 for now but will change to 140 when I get close
    Anything else: since I don't have any children of the human persuasion - I have 2 dogs and a horse instead (2 girls and a boy). They are my children. The two dogs are 11.5 years and 8 months and the horse is 19.


    Real Name = Sara
    Hometown = Mesa, AZ
    Single (never married)
    Children = 0 of my own do childcare on weekends
    Hobbies = Cross Stitching, Surfing the WEB, TOPS
    Like to ride stationary bike for main form of exercise
    Joined TOPS June 22, 2000
    336.75/315.75/200
    Weight Recorder for Chapter

    User Name-hinchley
    Real Name-Lori birthday 2-9-64 36 yrs old
    Location-Janesville Wisconsin Kids-Haley 12,Seth 7 Divorced
    When I Started-275 Weight Now-246 Goal Weight-175
    Anything Else-Have found I have gained alot of encouragement from going to my Tops meetings every week to weigh in and many new friends as well.
    [email protected]


    Name: Stephanie
    Username: stephnms (a.k.a. Steph In Mississippi)
    Birthdate: August 5th Age: 29
    Marital Status: Married 6 yrs to Shawn. Children: 3 yr old son named Matthew
    Location: Central Mississippi
    Starting Weight: 250 pounds--May 1999 Present Weight: 220 pounds
    Goal Weight: 150 pounds
    When did you join TOPS: June 2nd, 2000
    Hobbies: dancing, writing, reading and being with my family
    E-Mail Address: [email protected]

    real name-Suzie username Redhen
    Birthdate-3-7-55
    Married to Stevie for 25 years-my best friend, now and forever!
    4 daughters, 19, 15, 12, 9
    I am a Mom, but returned to college after being home 18 years-so also a student-history major. I live in Southern Calif.
    I just went to my first TOPS meeting last night-so they didn't really weigh me yet, that will come next week-but i think about 215 lbs
    goal is 150
    I lost almost 100 lbs on my own, but when i began to regain (only 20lbs) i decided i needed some more support-so i joined TOPS
    Pets-is there room for all of this?-lets see-2 crazy cats, 1 big shaggy dog, a bird, a bunny, a pet rat, some goldfish, and an aquarium full of tropical fish

    User name POOHBEARFLA NAME SHIRLEY IM 59 IM MARRIED 3 KIDS 1 GRANDSON
    I SEW QUILT DO NEEDLE POINT GARDEN AND READ
    [email protected]


    User Name joe anne Name Joanne
    I am 35 years old, married to Cameron 17 years, I have a boy 17, girl 13, boy 5, I currently work as a Cashier/Hostess in a resturant in a casino, here in Arizona.
    My starting weight for TOPS was 294 3/4, my current is 279 which took about 7 months to get to.
    My e-mail is [email protected]

    Name: Nijuana Username: WeLoveTheChiefs
    (a.k.a. Incredibly Huge Kansas City Chiefs Football Fan)
    Birthdate: April 5th Age: 33
    Marital Status: Married 1 year to Todd.
    Children: 16 yr old son named Kenny, 14 yr old son named Michael Kristopher, 13 yr old daughter named Nijuana Brittni-Day, and 2 yr old foster son named BJ
    Location: Kansas City, Missouri
    Starting Weight: 276 pounds--January 2000
    Present Weight: 210 pounds Goal Weight: 130 pounds
    When did you join TOPS: 1993
    Hobbies: weightloss, reading, playing with the baby, attempting to convince my 3 teenagers that I'm a lot smarter than they think I am, spending cozy romantic evenings with my truly wonderful husband, fixing up our new place that we just bought at the lake!!!
    E-Mail Address: [email protected]

    User Name TkMagic Name Tami
    I am 36 years old, been married for 16 1/2 years, have 2 daughters (14 and 15), and own my own pet store business, which keeps me very busy and usually very stressed. Along with my daughter, my mother and sister-in-law come to our meetings also


    User Name Magirl36 Name Dawn Single From Mass. 181.5/180/145

    Name: Deb Username: deb130
    Birthdate: January 4th Age: 28
    Marital Status: Married 8 yrs (Oct.) to William.
    Children: 7 yr old son named Winston
    Location: Southeast Texas
    Starting Weight: 260 pounds--January 2000 Present Weight: 209 pounds
    Goal Weight: 130-150 pounds
    When did you join TOPS: May 16, 2000
    Hobbies: fitness and nutrition, family, reading, crafts
    E-Mail Address: [email protected]


    NAME SHELLELY AGE 30 BIRTHDAY 7-19-69
    MARITAL STATUS BEEEN MARRIED FOR 5 YEARS THIS MAY
    CHILDREN 1 18.5 MONTHS OLD
    LOCATION SOUTHERN ILLINOIS
    STARTING WEIGHT 290 GOAL WEIGHT 170
    HAVE BEEN A MEMBER OF TOPS FOR 3 YEARS
    E MAIL ME AT [email protected]
    HOBBIES INCLUDE READING MAGAZINES ,WALKING, COOKING AND BAKING


    Name: Sarah User name: kalasmom
    Birthdate: July 10 Age: 21
    Marital Status: 9 months Children: Micaela age 3
    Location: Ventura, California
    Starting Weight: 270 pounds Present Weight: 262 pounds
    Goal Weight: 160 pounds
    Hobbies: I enjoy quite walks in the park and playing with my daughter and her daddy.
    When did you join TOPS: July 22, 1999 E-mail: [email protected]

    Name: Joyce Username: Joyce W
    Birthdate: November 18 Age: 40
    Marital Status: Married 14 yrs to a great guy.
    Children: 19 yr old daughter
    Location: Rural area near San Antonio, TX
    Starting Weight: 223 Present Weight: 222 Goal Weight: 135
    When did you join TOPS: First 4/98 Rejoined 7/26/00
    Hobbies: Reading, Camping, Gardening, Internet
    E-Mail Address: [email protected]

    Name: Claire Username: Waterbaby Age: 47
    Birthday: Halloween
    Married: Jeff -- my soulmate and Kyle Petty lookalike.
    Date joined TOPS: 10/9/00
    Highest weight: 262.75 Present weight: 257
    Goal weight: 119 (I have small bones on a lanky frame)
    Location: Columbia, TN
    email: [email protected]
    Work: database analyst, voiceover actor Also a trained operatic mezzo-soprano.
    Hobbies: needlework, interior design, reading, laughing. Also NASCAR.


    Name: Elisa Username: Elisann
    Birthdate: August 31st Age: 29
    Marital Status: Married almost 2 yrs to Marc
    Children: 3 daughters, Myranda 10, Bobbi 8, Madeline 3
    Location: Washington
    Starting Weight: 347lbs—September 2000
    Present Weight: 339 lbs-October 2000
    Goal Weight: 175 pounds
    When did you join TOPS: September 26, 2000
    Hobbies: reading and spending time with my family, making a few crafts (not much time for this), searching the web for TOPS friends and motivation
    E-Mail Address: [email protected]

    Name: Christine Username: Snookems Age: 26 Birthday: January 27
    Married: Engaged
    Date joined TOPS: Jan.19/99
    Highest weight: 231 Present weight: 226 Goal weight: 150
    Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    email: [email protected]
    Work: Administrative Assistant Hobbies: reading, travelling, walking


    Name: Joan Username: Blossom58 Birthdate: 4/21 Age: 58
    Marital Status: Married 39yrs. to a great man.
    Children: Boy and girl, both married. 1 grandaughter and another on the way (June) Location: Central Maine
    Starting Weight: 152# Summer of 1969
    Present Weight: 175 1/4# Goal Weight: 150 Gem Weight: 160#
    When did you join TOPS? Summer of 1969.
    Hobbies: Golf, Gardening, Fishing,& Crafts
    Work: Retired
    E-Mail: [email protected]

    name...Vicky Trent username..angelsglitter
    age..43 birthday..Sept 3,married 24 years
    date joined..Nov 2000 highest wt.279 present wt.262 goal wt..175 or 190
    location..Arkansas [email protected]
    work..Nurse
    Hobbies..internet,,studying the bible, swimming,shopping,make blankets,


    Name- Jessica Username- flutterbychic
    Birthday- January 12 Age 13
    Marital Status- single
    Children- 0 Location- missouri
    Present weight- 132 Goal weight- 120
    Joined Tops in July 2000
    Weight when joined Tops- 144
    Hobbies- cheerleading,T.V, and scrapbooks
    E-mail address [email protected]


    User name- pantsrtight Real name- Julie
    Location- Seattle-Occupation-at home mom
    Kids- a son, 12 months
    Married- 2 years
    When I started Tops- March 2001
    Starting weight- 172
    Goal weight - 150
    present weight- 1st weigh-in tonight...
    Anything else- I am so happy to have found this site! Good luck to all of you, and keep your fingers x'd for me re: tonight's 1st weigh-in!

    username shortstack realname- Wendy
    married
    children one son, Brandon 2
    Location: Onondaga, Michigan
    age 37 birthday 10/21
    joined TOPS 3/12/01
    Weight 232
    Goal Weight 128
    hobbies: cooking, reading, internet, family
    new hobbies: biking, exercising
    anything else- Back to the weight I was in highschool, with the same feeling. (I didn't see myself as fat, I could see other people as fat, but not myself).
    I want to lose weight for myself, than my husband and son. I want to change my old habits, so they don't become his new ones.
    I want something better for him than the feelings I have about myself.

    User Name: Yertle the Turtle, Name: Marilyn
    Mother of one girl, age 6.
    age 39
    Location:Rhode Island.
    Goals: be healthier,a good example for my daughter.
    Rejoined TOPS: 2/26/01.
    My goal at the moment is 220--which will move me from the extremely obese to the severely obese. I am 10 1/2 lbs away from this first goal.
    I am using a limited calorie version of the Mediterranean diet.

    Username coolcajun
    real name Becky
    DoB 8/25 age 31
    Children: 2 boys Jacob 4 and Nathan 2
    Married to Steve for 5 1/2 years
    start weight was 294 1/2 Nov. 2000 Weight now 234 1/2 Goal weight is 180
    I dont have a group close to me to be able to go to so I depend online support and friends.
    I love music and to dance.

    User Name: Flgal
    Real Name: Nita
    Age: 59 (My 81 year old friend tells me that a lady that tells her age will tell anything.)
    Location: Titusville, FL
    Spouse: Jim (We've been married 42 years)
    Children: Michael and Jeffrey, both adults. 3 grandchildren.
    Started Tops Jan. 16, 1995.
    Highest weight was 232, present weight 192.25, goal weight 150. I am 5'5". I have been yo-yoing, but have been able to keep my weight down a lot better since I joined tops.
    Pets: 2 spoiled cats. Ginger, a brown and white long hair and Zorro, a large black and white cat.
    Exercise: I walk 2 miles at least 4, usually 5 times a week.
    Hobbies and Interest: I love Tops and the friends that I have made there. There are 45 members in our chapter, and they are all great gals. I like working with the computer and have done my share of crafts, but don't do much of that anymore. Genealogy is another hobby that my husband and I both enjoy.

    User Name: Midian
    Real Name: Suzanne
    Age: 39
    Location: China Grove, North Carolina
    Spouse: Scott (married 4 years - together for 8 years)
    Children: Lee (19) - he is in college, and on his own
    2 girls - Shelby (4) and Kaleigh (3) (pronounced Kal-le)
    Pets: One black and white cat Scully - the 4th child
    Joined TOPS: January 18, 2001
    Starting weight: 403.25 (also my highest weight)
    Present weight: 373.50
    Goal weight: 180
    Exercise: Just started walking 7/10ths a mile everyday last week.
    Anything Else: I really enjoy my TOPS group. Just got back from our SRD two weeks ago. And if it wasnt for our Budding Butterfly (Divisions 1 and 7) group I probably would not still be attending.
    Hobbies: crafts, needlepoint, crocheting, cooking (especially Healthy Exchanges recipes), Genealogy, and Reading

    Name: Amy Elizabeth (same as my screen name!!)
    Age: 29
    Location: Massachusetts
    Spouse: Rick of a mere 7 months!
    Children: None yet but will be trying in September
    Pets: none
    Joined Tops: 4/95
    Start Wt: 167 Current wt: 171 Goal wt: 135
    Exercise: walk every day! more for mental than physical.
    Anything else: Had a crazy year last year. Bought a house, gutted house, got married, went back to night school, got laid off in Dec and started new job in Feb.

    **I guess you could say I was stress eater**
    Hobbies: Trying to learns the ins and outs of being a wife, school (Boston College!!!), and trying to stay in control.

    Hi! This is the first time I've posted to this list. My name is Connie and I'm from Oklahoma. I've been a TOPS member for a little over 2 years, starting weight 300, present weight 295, goal weight 150.... As you can see, I haven't done well, but keep hanging in there! I think that the extra support of a message board like this on a daily basis will help me stay on track. I am co-leader of our group for the second year in a row.
    I am married to John for 13 years and we have a 10 1/2 year old son, Jonathon. We both also have adult children (a girl and boy each) and combined 13 grandchildren...
    For pets we have two dogs, Lady and Lucky, and a very spoiled cat, Tigger...
    I enjoy crafts, sewing, quilting, reading, writing, garage sales, my flowers outside, and just country living in general.
    Look forward to getting to know you gals!
    TOPS hugs,
    Connie

    My user name is Lambo, and my real name is Laurie.

    I live in Central New York
    I am a stay-at-home mom with 3 children. My 2 girls are 8 and 6, my son is 4.
    I have been married to my best friend, Dale, for 10 years.
    I started TOPS in Sept. of 2000.
    My starting weight was 249, I am now 219, and my goal is 170.
    I am a volunteer person. I am treasurer in my TOPS chapter, a Sunday school teacher to 1st and 2nd graders, and I am a Brownie co-leader. I am always in and out of the elementary school helping with one thing or another. I also do home daycare.


    User name- Dimples
    Real name- Marie
    Birthday-October 6, 1960
    Location- Alberta, Canada
    Occupation- Customer Service Rep
    Kids- 21 year old stepdaughter, 2 dogs and 2 cats
    Married- 17 years (in September) to Kevin
    When I started Tops- November of 2000
    Weight when started- 288 (highest) 265.5 when started TOPS
    weight now- 209.25 Goal weight- 165
    Anything else- I have always struggled with my weight but have done a lot better since joining TOPS.
    User Name: CuthberL
    Real Name: Lisa
    Age: 37
    Location: Clifton, Arizona (southeastern corner)
    Spouse: George (married 11 years - together for 13 years)
    Children: John (6) and Ryan (almost 4)
    Pets: OLD mutt, Cabo (we love him!)
    Joined TOPS: April, 1998
    KOPS: October, 1998
    Starting weight: 175 (TOPS), 195 (pre-TOPS, August, 1997)
    Present weight: 148
    Goal weight: 148
    Exercise: Walk 3-4 days a week for 2-3 miles, water aerobics once a week.
    Anything Else: I credit TOPS with my weight loss success. Without this great group of friends, I don't know if I would have lost the weight. Would like to find other KOPS... Let me know if you are out there!
    Hobbies: reading, walking, playing on the Internet, big OPRAH fan, spending time with my kids and DH, gardening (most of the time!), being outdoors, spending time with friends, horseback riding

    PS Being that I am new, would really like to know if there is a KOPS/Weight Maintenance thread, board, chatroom, or something! Someone please help me!!!

    I'll see more of you!


    Username-ShellyM4492
    Age-27
    Location-We've called England home for the past 5 years! We are here for another 3!
    Originally from Michigan
    Occupation-SAHM
    Married to my high school sweetheart, Scott
    Kids-Zachary-6 years old and Nicole-2 years old
    When I started TOPS-June 4, 2001
    Beginning weight (March) 257lbs. TOPS-246lbs.
    Current weight-239
    My goal weight has varied but at the moment it's 180lbs.


    New person jumping in!
    Username: VioletRose
    Real Name: Violet
    Location: New York
    Age: 36
    Occupation: SAHM
    Married 10 years, with 2 boys, ages 3 and 6
    Joined TOPS: 10/20/99 -- going on my 2nd year as TOPS Leader
    Height: 5', 11"
    Starting Weight: 412
    Heaviest Weight: 430 (after son Dylan, in 1998)
    Current Weight: 327
    Goal: somewhere around 195 -- right now I'd be happy to see 250!
    Exercise: Tae Bo, Richard Simmons Videos, XL Glider (similar to Gazelle), Ab-doer, Body Flex -- I try to vary it so I don't get bored!

    I'm happy to see so many TOPS people over here! I try to get active on all the TOPS boards/loops, etc...helps me to stay focused and I need it! Been struggling for a while, and I still have a long way to go, but I figure so long as I can maintain it, I will start losing again someday! I've been overweight my whole life and once I reach my goal, I plan to keep it for the rest of my life! My boys deserve a healthy and happy Mom! Looking forward to getting to know everyone here!

    Vi

    I feel left out...
    Glad I checked todays postings. I was inspired by all the success and motivation of each profile.Well here goes.
    Name:CBabe
    Age:50ish
    Location:Southern Calif.
    Occupation: Nanny Granny
    Marital Status:widowed
    Weight beginning:403.50
    Now 360.
    first goal 349.

    Hi Everyone, I'm new to the boards but wanted to introduce myself rather than just staying as a lurker.

    User Name: Lara H
    Real Name: Lara
    Age: 30
    Location: Chandler AZ (Phoenix area)
    Spouse: Brad Married Valentines day '98
    Children: none yet
    Pets: Xena, 4 yr old doberman tennessee walker hound cross; Rinny, 8 yr old all american mix; approx 60 tropical fish
    Occupation: Montessori Preschool Teacher
    Joined TOPS: July 11 2000
    Starting weight: 237 1/2 (down from my high of 241 1/2)
    Present weight: 223 1/2
    Goal weight: 150 (I'll reset it with my Dr when I get there)
    Exercise: Total Gym, walking, swimming when I get the chance.
    Anything Else: I don't do the exchange program, rather, I have just recommitted to somersizing with an emphasis on lower carbs. I really find the food combining and lower carbs work for me I just have to stick to it.

    Well, I guess that's it...

    Lara

    I am so happy to be a part of the Tops board. It is inspiring to
    read of others who are working day by day to reach their goals.

    Your Tops Pal
    CBabe

    It's nice to be part of the group again! I'm updating a few things but I will be back to offically update everything after my baby gets here in a few weeks.

    Name: Stephanie
    Username: stephnms (a.k.a. Steph in Mississippi)
    Age: 30 (will be 31 in four weeks)
    Birthdate: August 5th (Same day my baby boy is due!)
    Hair: Light Brown
    Eyes: Light Brown
    Height: 5'4"
    Weight: I'll update this when I rejoin TOPS in a few weeks.
    Marital Status: Married to Shawn for seven and a half wonderful years.
    Children: Matthew (just turned four on June 13th) and Jacob Dylan will be here in a few short weeks.
    Location: Central Mississippi
    Hobbies: playing with Matthew, reading, writing, watching QVC , listening to music and being with my husband.
    E-Mail: [email protected]


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    Hi i am fit4me - cindy I live in Nova Scotia Canada and am 44 birthday is dec 31, 56 married for 24 years this july, son christopher 23, daughter lisa 21. we just sold our house and bought a new one but don't move until end aug. Been with this tops group 1011 Dartmouth for 7 months and was with a diff one in ON two years ago.
    Hobbies are x stitching, rubber stamping, love to read, and walk.
    and like to interior dec. so told hubby that must be why we needed a new house i was finished with this one!LOl

    hope all are doing well better than I - ahven't been loosing was due to health problem but that has cleared itself up for awhile, so now there is now excuse. so here i go again!!!!
    now best go get dinner started!! cya
    Cin

    About me.....
    USERNAME.... Raincloud12000
    REALNAME.... Cathy
    LOCATION.... Ontario,Canada
    AGE....44
    Birthday...February 16th
    Tops..... joined in November2000
    TOPS LOCATION.... ON2646
    MARRIED....17 years
    KIDS.... 2... boy13, girl 12
    START WEIGHT.... 250
    GOAL WEIGHT.... 185
    WEIGHT TO DATE.... 190...yes..5 lbs to goal, but I think I will lower my goal weight to about 160
    JOB... haveing been doing home daycare for the last 15 years, and I am kidded out. I am looking for something new...Any ideas??
    Loves.. .. to cook, to spend time on puter, to spend time with my family, to travel,to interact with different people....


    User name- Motivation 2001

    Real name- Not telling! It's a common name, though.

    Age- Early 20's. Very early 20's, lol. Will it stay that way?

    Location- Canada, near the ocean

    Occupation- web design / animal care

    Married- Commonlaw, together since 1998

    When I started Tops- July 2001!

    Weight when started- 169

    Weight now- 168

    Goal weight- 120; TOPS goal is 125 (I am 5'2)

    Anything else- I'm feeling shy so I edited this part out.


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    180+ / 157 / 120 (personal goal)
  • User Name: Mickey
    Real Name: Mickey

    Married~to my best friend~ almost 47 yrs. Age: ? (but you can see I am over 21!) But I believe that age is a state of mind, and I am not ready to settle down and get old.
    Two children, Two grandchildren, one dog (don't let her hear me call her that) and an Africian Grey Parrot.

    Occupation: I think I finally have retirement down! This is my third attempt! I was a Paralegal, then worked for the school district in the Special Education Dept. Before those, I sold real estate. I now do volunteer work one day a week at the school (middle school). I love that age kids!

    TOPS: I joined TOPS in the late 80's. Was a KOPS and am now working on being one again. I have held every office and enjoyed each one, some more than others. My chapter meets on Thursday nights. I love going to Area Recognition Days and State Recognitation Days, and have been to a couple of IRD's. I have also attended Retreats. (I would encourage everyone to consider attending a retreat. You get so much out of them, it is a real motivator!)

    Weight: 175/ goal 160/ plan to get 7 under to 153!!!!!

    Location: North Central TEXAS!

    Hobbies: I love to read, do yard work, some needle work, I also volunteer at a nursing home where my mother-in-law is a resident. And I love doing things with my grandsons. We attend ball games, trap shooting, theater, school functions. We stay so busy sometime we just run away to the lake, where it is quiet and there are no phones!
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  • User name- Crazy4Carbs

    Location- Maine,stay at home mom

    Kids-12 y/o boy and 9 y/o girl

    Married- almost 3 years to my 2nd husband...GREAT guy ..supportive..alone alot..travels for work...

    When I started Tops- May of 2002

    Weight when started- 289 goal...189

    Anything else- I have finally had enough. . . tired of making excuses and not owning a full length mirror!! For once in my life I want to be proud of myself.
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