[lavendersunrise]

Hello everyone.

I'm back once again. The last time was probably a year ago. I'm ust going to give you a summary of everything...

I am 26, live in Michigan. My highest weight was 260, my lowest was 191. I'm currently sitting at 195 and have recommitted to losing weight. I'm getting married in 9 months and 1 week. I'm hopping to hit 140 in that time period. I love to exercise but lately don't have the energy. (I work 2 jobs, have house hunting and wedding planning.)

What has stopped me in the past? Not really knowing what to do. I count calories (1200) and exercise and still gain 4lbs one week and lose 8 the next. It's frustrating. I've also been very fearful of the lose skin. What is the point in being a size 8 if I don't like what i see.

Why I'm ready now? I am ready to really live the life I feel I was meant to live. This includes no joint pain, no back pain, and actually liking the pictures I see. I'm paying a lot of money for wedding pictures and I want to enjoy looking at them.

Any advice or inspiration is greatly appreciated. I really would live friends to help keep me on track.

[Onederchic]

Welcome (back) to 3FC and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

[Violet73]

welcome back! You can do this! Its good you are starting now...that gives you enough time to reach your goal!

[leeway]

Hi lavendersunrise!
Sounds like you're ready to go with determination and a can-do attitude - 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 eating plans and exercise to help you choose the right ones 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!