Hello all:

I have spent lots of years cursing and hating myself for my weight. However, today is a new day and I have through the inspiration of this forum and reaching out for help to others that I am not alone and the heavy burden has gotten a little lighter. With the self-acceptance is also spending time on the exercise bike each day while listening to the radio, and being conscious of what I eat. So, a loss of 5 pounds for the past 2 weeks. I am happy and proud of that. It is a start. One day at a time.

How do I make a ticker and profile like I see on the side of the post? Happy Thanksgiving to you all! I look forward to logging on this forum each day.

-Pam

Welcome! I tried to post a reply to your message, and the silly computer kept telling me that the server was too busy to take it! You have come to a wonderful site. The people here are very supportive. Check out the various threads, there are so many places to find people who know exactly what you are going through and how you are feeling.

Again, welcome. So glad you have joined up!

Hi Pam and welcome to 3FC. Good luck with your goals.

To have a ticker in your signature, you must be a member 20 days and have 20 posts.

Hugs
Michelle

Hi Pam!
Sounds like you're ready to go and off to a great start - no looking back, just moving forward -the support you need is here - you can do this - and we'll all be here to cheer you on!

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! There's also info and first hand advice on different plans to help you choose the right one for you and get through the ups and downs.

There are bunches of people here with more to lose and some with less - the bottom line is that we all have to do it a day at a time. The good thing is that we'll have lots of company along the way.

I've only been here a few months 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 - you 've found the right place - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!