Hi, my name is Iris...
 

...and I've slowly lost weight for 5 years now. I need some motivation, a community, and new ideas. So I'm here. I'm pretty humble about where I'm at, and where I have to go with this weight loss thing. But I can do it. I think.
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Hi, Iris!
You are in the right place. I must say - you've accomplished a lot so far! Congratulations!
Even though it's been a long, slow journey for you, you've proven that you can make it happen.

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Btw - I'm in Los Angeles, too.