i was on this site a long time ago when i was like 15 but i wasn't really serious about anything back then.
Anyways, Hi! My name is Octavia and I've been fat since I was like six. When I was young I used to go out and play and eat healthy but I was still a little overweight which really confused everyone in my family. When I was 15 my mom, grandma and aunt all passed away and my life long depression got really really bad and I turned to food more than ever and never left my bed/couch. I went from being 210 to 270 to 340 by the time I was 18. I'm nineteen now. When I was eighteen I finally got healthcare and figured out I had a thyroid problem and that's why I had always been big. I got meds and lost a little bit of weight. I moved states and lost my healthcare so now I'm not on medication for it but I still have managed to lose 20 pounds and keep it off.
Random stuff about me: I'm a goth. I love classic hollywood, reality television (i watched a lot while dying on the couch lol), all types of music, and fashion. i'm starting school for business in January. I just moved out of state for the first time in my life and have zero friends :C, aaaaand I'm really quite nice and easy to get along with.
Anyways, I'm here now bc I'm really serious about getting healthy and reading other peoples triumphs really motivates me. I'm looking for a really good group of friends that I can talk to about this weight loss stuff.
It sounds like you've had a rough few years. I'm so sorry about your mom and your other relatives. I can't even imagine.
Good for you focusing on health even while making a big life change (moving, starting school, etc.). There are a lot of inspiring stories here, and a lot of good advice. Even looking back through really old posts can help sometimes.
Welcome! I am sorry for your loss. I just lost my father a couple months ago and that led to a 30+ lbs weight gain for me! I had been overweight my whole life and 19 was my turning point. went from 200 to 150. Got active, fit, ran marathons, had a lot of fun...but life got in the way and the death of my father hit me so hard and still is a struggle.
I was on this site a few years ago as well, very inspired by others. I am back to make friends and get inspired again
Welcome and if you are looking for buddies feel free to PM me!
I'm a newbie myself and I'm in need of a weight loss buddy to help motivate me.
If you feel like you need some advice and encouragement feel free to message me .
I'm a Atkins fanatic ; I've done the diet 3 times in my life.
Jan 2004 (180Lbs) - April 2004 (128 Lbs) =Weight loss for army over 54 lbs lost
Jun 2006 (210 Lbs) - Oct 2006 (138 Lbs) = weight loss after pregnancy lost 72
Mar 2012 (245Lbs) - may 2012(195 Lbs)= weight loss for health reasons lost 50
As of today I've gained more weight from a divorce. My life has been in limbo and I want to change my life around. Which includes weight loss and maintenance. In the past I've lost around 18 lbs a month on the Atkins and I hope I have the same result today. Anyways I will be starting my diet after Xmas. And I'm needing new friends. Plus I'm new to the forum and I really don't know how to utilize the site yet.
Hey hey hey
Welcome back to the site! 
