-My name is Tara.
-I'm a divorced busy mom with two daughters ages 3 and 4.
-I would like to lose 15-20 lbs. this year.
-And I need some motivation!
A little more detailed for anyone else...
-I have Crohn's which is reason enough to eat better and be a healthier person just to have my disease in control.
-I feel very much out of control when I eat, often eating the junkiest foods I can find.
-I need some major inspiration and insight on what are the right foods to choose.
-I am a little girly and don't really like to sweat much and I am trying to overcome that. I have been going to the gym and walking more but not enough to feel or see a difference. Plus I have little to no time to exercise! I do own that exercise ball though and did finally get the time to air it up today but not much else.
And I also have a set of 5 lb. hand weights.-I am dating a guy who is in the Air Force and who is already fit. He has now been deployed to Guam for the last two months and has lost 10 lbs. + already and is getting even more toned! He will be home in 2 more months and I am feeling even more pressure to look as good as him when he returns. heh.
-and lastly, I really want to feel good again and not like a frump! My body is way overdue for that whole body in balance thing!
Looking forward to getting to know everyone and hopefully shedding a few brownies off my thighs.
Turquoise52! You've come to the right place to receive the inspiration and support you need to help you stay motivated on your weight-loss journey. 
I'm sorry to hear that you suffer from Crohn's, but you'll find lots of helpful hints and suggestions in our Dieting with Obstacles forum. 
