Hi. I am similar to you all. 253 pounds, 5'1", 29, want to lose weight before big 3-0 in Sept.

Melody

I'm going to have to jump on this boat too! It's nice to know I'm not the only one out there feeling this way! I have lost 80 lbs in my early/mid twenties and soon after meeting the man of my dreams and getting married it all piled back on including 20-30 pound more. I have type II diabetes as result of this. Currently, I'm 29 years old, 5'4 and 250 lbs. I am so ready to make a commitment and lose this weight. I just need the encouragement. I just joined last week and think this is an great site. Good luck to all of you and keep me up to date with your successes. I could always use more buddies.. the more.. the better! I'm used to having friends that need to lose 10, 20 or maybe 40 pounds. Not that there is anything wrong with that but it is nice to meet others that have so much more to lose. It helps to know I'm not alone in my efforts. God bless you all!