I have no doubt that this site will help me achieve my goals - thanks everyone in advance for your inspiring stories and comraderie.

Most of my life I've been "chubby" but 2 years ago I went on Nutrisystem and got down to 137 lbs - I'm 27 and that is the lightest I've been since junior highschool. I often fantasize about the skinny jeans I wore and the day I bought a size S dress...

8 months and 30 lbs later I was getting the seams ripped out of a bridesmaid's dress for my best friend's wedding the next day. Oops! Its amazing what can happen between fittings!

Anyway, Nutrisystem was ridiculous for me because I love to cook and I love healthy foods - I didn't need to eat out of a box. My weakness is portion control, pasta/bread, and my BACON LOVING BOYFRIEND (we will call him BLB). Seriously, I have learned that living with a skinny man who eats nothing but meat and potatoes makes cooking meals difficult (and potentially self destructive). I've gained about 40 lbs of "love fat" since I met BLB a year and a half ago.

So...after seeing some pictures of myself, and having more than one person ask me if I'm pregnant (humiliating - why can't I gain weight in my butt and not my stomach???!!) I'm on a mission. I hope you can help me and I can help you!!
xo,
B

Glad to have you join us! There are lots & lots of different groups and forums - I'm sure you'll find some that will keep you motivated, inspired and entertained!

I've only been here a few weeks myself, having NEVER been part of an online forum. What has been so eye-opening is how much it has helped me. Whenever I feel overwhelmed or defeated, I just log on and read some of the success stories, complete with their before & after photos - or read about others still dealing day to day with their challenges - and before I know it, the time has flown by and so have all the thoughts of cheating or giving up.

So welcome aboard - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!

Welcome B you've come to the right place, good luck with your plan!

Welcome to 3FC and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

Thank you everyone for your kind words. I'm really glad I found this place, the support is awesome!