Hello from Virginia...
 

OK, so I'm just going to jump right in here. Hello! Um, just another newb. I'm about 100 pounds overweight. About two months ago I stepped on the scale and saw that I was 260 pounds. Unfortunately I didn't start exercising or dieting, though. I did, however, start cooking all of my meals and making conscientious decisions about what I would eat throughout the week. I did this all for economical purposes, though.

Two days ago I stepped back onto the scale (I'm the maid-of-honor in a fast-approaching wedding, which is what prompted my return to the dreaded scale), and lo and behold: I'm down to 243.6!

I'm so happy! And all of a sudden insanely motivated like never before. Which is I why I searched around for a forum, because I know that having support, advice and tips from other people will help keep me motivated. I obviously plan on continuing to cook the way I have been, and yesterday I started exercising again for the first time in too many months. I can't allow this to be short-lived!

:carrot: ...sorry, but this is the craziest emoticon I've ever seen. -_-

Hi and welcome!

You are definitely on to something with your home cooking! Good work.

We're glad you're here. If there is anything we can help you with, just ask.

Hello...Welcome...Congratulations on your loss so far! We're neighbors!

Hi Congratulations on what you're accomplished so far! We seem to be very close in our starting, current and goal weights! I look forward to seeing your progress! Keep up the good work.

I'm new to the site too but it seems to be a great place for encouragement & advice!

Welcome to 3FC!! Surf around and settle in! We have forums based on age, eating plan, exercise and more! I'm glad you're here! :wave:

Congrats on your loss so far!! Here, have a :carrot: !!!

I'm glad I'm here too! Thanks for all the welcomes. :) I've already visited and posted to a few threads. This place is awesome, by the way. I'm so glad I found it.