Okay, here we go again....I was here in May, started the South Beach diet, then gave up....things got a little crazy. My dad had cancer and passed away in June and two weeks before he died, he sat me down and gave me a long lecture about how important it is to stay healthy. I feel like such an idiot for not listening...anyway...I've been having some odd symptoms and I am thinking that my health is going to take a turn for the worse if I don't do something NOW. I'll be 35 in two weeks and I'm 215 lbs now. NOT good....so here I am.

Hi and welcome Kathy!

We all get messages about our weight from time to time. Who knows why we don't listen to some and do listen to others!

I'm just glad you've decided that now is the time! Make yourself at home. We're glad you're here.

I'm so sorry for your loss!

He was right tho, your dad. It is important to stay healthy. I know it and I know you know it. So why is it so hard to do something about it? If I knew that I'd be rich by now

But then again - here we are! And it's time to change. I know you can do it - we both will


Annie - also a newbie

Hi Kathy!
I'm so sorry for the loss of your father - but don't be so hard on yourself, very few of us listen until something happens - just keep moving forward to the goal of a healthier you - the support you need is here.

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 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!

All the best - good luck with your goals,
Lee

Happy Holidays!

Welcome to 3FC and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle