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Hi. I'm Mari. I've been reading this forum for several weeks for suggestions, inspiration, etc. I am self employed, with a home office, for almost 13 years, and love it. It's given me the freedom to be a mom full time and make a living. I've realized, since I'm at my highest weight ever (including when I was pregnant) and have gone through menopause that my body has changed. In the past, I did my best alone. But, it's become obvious that I need to be a part of a group... I think the accountability I find here could make the difference. I am determined to get healthy because I'm 48 with a 6 year old and have so many things I want to do. My long term goal, honestly, is to be able to learn how to surf (amongst other things). :wave:

Hi Mari! I've only been here a week but already have found inspiration and encouragement. I know what you mean about menopause...I'm 47 and still trying to figure out where my metabolism went.

Hi Peep! I know! And where did this belly come from?!

Yeah, what about that! Just how did I wind up with a food baby?!

I'm with ya ladies!!

Welcome...I am also new....:carrot: (I LOVE this stupid carrot guy!)

Welcome EmZee!! I used to live in Omaha!

You can meet your goals!

Thanks, Clinkenwar!

Exactly! I used to be pear shaped when I'd gain, but yeah... food baby! hahahahaha! good one!

I know! Did you notice there's also a broccoli guy? :broc: Welcome to you, too M!

Hello Mari! Welcome!..Good luck with your efforts!!

Welcome, EmZee! Yeah, menopause really does a number on us, doesn't it? But it sure is GREAT to be on the other side! LOL

Good luck, and be sure to check out the blogs...it's a great way to develop an even more personal one-on-one with people! :)

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Hi Liliann! Thank you!! :wave: You, too!!!

Wow! You're an inspiration! I'll look forward to finding your posts to see how you've done it. Thanks for the welcome! :goodvibes

Thanks, I will. I've read a few over the past few weeks and will continue. It's really a wonderful idea. I've started one myself, but am not sure what I should keep private and what should be public. I've never had a blog before. Do you find it helpful to your weightloss/healthgain?