Hello everyone!
I'm new to this site and also single. I am 27 years old I live in NJ and I have about 25lbs to lose I was doing really good with my diet I lost 10lbs but I'm having a really bad wk....eating everything in site I go to the gym often but when you are cheating on your diet it just doesn't feel the same!
I was recently in a 5 year relationship that ended and left me with 30lbs and a cold heart, these thing happen though. I have decided to turn the page in my life and start over fresh. Just kinda sucks that after 5yrs you kinda forget how to date. I went out on a date and I sware I felt like I was 17 again I didn't know what to say or how to act. lol kinda funny I think Ill stop now hehe.
Well nice to meet everyone and it's nice to see we don't have to go through this alone!!

Bella

Hello Gals and gents I'm also single turning 37 this April. I have been on the Atkins diet for almost a year come March 26th.I have lost 215 pounds on atkins still have about 90 to go.

I gained almost 300 pounds do to severe depression I had health issues (almost lost my leg because of a bone infection) I had to stay in bed for almost 6 months and gained weight like mad then in june 2002 I broke my neck and was in bed for another 5 months but with hard work I am back to about 80 % still have some small aches and pains but not horrible.I have no problems with walking or talking so I am very lucky and thank God I don't have any real bad after effects from the broken neck

Today even though I still have lots of work ahead of me I feel like a new person.I have gained so much self esteem my friends tell me I dont act grumpy all the time and I didnt even know I was being like that.

If anyone needs to talk about anything feel free to ask the one thing I do realise is with help and support anything can be accomplished.my max weight was almost 590 I am now 350 at 6'4 sorry for the book lol.Hope to talk to you people soon good luck on the diet trail.

Hi... first post on the site. I'm a single parent, have been why whole adult life. Got a great kid though, wouldn't trade her for anything. The frightening this is that according to 'charts' and whatnot, I need to lose the equivalent of her... 150 lbs. Really, if... no, wait, scratch that... WHEN I lose 100 lbs, I'm a knockout... so I don't worry too much about the chart yet.

It IS very hard to be a fatchick in a world of married's... especially where I live, where EVERYONE is married... or that's the goal... get to the alter. I've had a few wonderful relationships... and few really crappy ones. Still working through the reasons I let the bad ones do so much damage. It scares me to note that in the 7 years since my engagement broke off, I've gained about 70 lbs... and here I thought I was over it. Perhaps not.

I'm off to buy Dr. Phil's books... will try anything at this point. Have a very sedentary job... which SO doesn't help. I'm also in grad school and I guess there's actual data that shows grad students put on weight. So,I am watching more closely what I eat and am doing better, have a ways to go. Its tough though, I hate cooking for just my daughter and I.

I'm back

First off I want to send a hearty welcome to all of our newbies!!! WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME!!!! I didn't realize how many singles are on this website woo-hoo WE ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!

I apologize for not checking in sooner. I've been sick and it's been a very stressful week at work. So I'm gonna need a lot of coffee this week

So, how are you all, I like what I am reading. A lot of positive attitudes. Lots and lots of good wishes, someone said I'm cool woo hoo, you like me, you really really like me

Well, let's see I haven't been doing very well eating wise. I haven't felt like cooking so it's been soup city for me. I like soup but I'm getting sick of it.
I have a big day tomorrow but after that, its FRIDAY!!!!!
I hope to feel better so I can go to a scrapbooking weekend. Do any of you scrapbook?? However, I did go to the gym monday (I would have gone the rest of the week, but I really am sick aaah-choo



By the way, jenjen and I meet each week to chat (here in their chat room) so if I'll let you know. It's so much fun!!! And we get very lonely in there, it's usually just the two of us. Not that I don't try to make it interesting but Jenjen, she's kinda dull (but you didn't hear it from me )

Okay kids, I'm running off. Come check in and let's keep supporting each other.

No stories for you in chat this week, then....and I had BUNCHES...oh well, your loss!

Welcome to everyone! This board hasn't been busy like this in ages. Glad to see so many new faces.

I haven't done too well this week. Been a really busy week & haven't been home much or gotten much sleep, which makes jen a cranky girl.

I have resolved to do better. Hope everyone has a happy and healthy weekend. And, welcome to all once again!

HI


How is your weekend? Mine has been pretty good. LOTS of sleeping. Had a rough day Friday but I'm beginning to feel better thank heavens.

Jenjen, you know i'm just joking, I LOVE YOUR STORIES are we going to chat this week? Please you guys come and join us. It'll be fun.

As for eating, I haven't done too bad actually. I am going to be the MAID of Honor for a friend's wedding. Gonna have to lose some weight

ANyway, that's about all there is on this end. Take care and have a great rest of the weekend.

LA

Hi everyone,

Hey, you didn't all go out and hitched did you?

So how is everyone doing? It's been slow going but I am down about 22 lbs!! Yay me! I'm not following a strict plan but I have cut out a lot of junk and sugar and to my surprise, I don't crave it all that much anymore. I was even able to buy a few pairs of pants in a smaller size!! That made me so happy I can not even put it into words.

Anyway, I am still single. I have had an on & off thing with
DAVID but it seems to be in the off phase right now.

So come on you single people, I'd love to hear from you & give & get support from all of you.

Everyone have great LONG weekend. Hope to hear from you.

Lynn

Hi all iam a single gal from the UK is anyone eles on this tread from england? have lost 33 pounds doing slimming world since jan so slow but sure
got lots to go and its no fun being single and fat i find it hard to meet people people judge befor they know you, so any how iam angie and iam big and single hi to you all

Hi Lynn

No, we haven't all gotten hitched!!! I guess I thought no one wanted to post anymore and felt sorry for myself. I'm glad you replied.

So, how is everyone? More to the point: WHERE IS EVERYONE :yoohoo:
Things are not going well for me. Stressful week at work
I gained 10 pounds so make it 70 that I need to lose that just makes me even more upset which makes me eat even more. It really is kind of depressing.

So, let's try to keep this thread going. I know I let you all down and I'm very sorry about that. Let's not do that anymore!!!!

LA

Hi!
I'm single and over 60. I don't feel that old. I found it really easy to stay slim when I was married or worked out of the house. The best thing for me was to stay busy. Now I work at home, by myself and the willpower just isn't there. I would like to lose 30 to 40 pounds.

Hi, everyone!! I am 49 and weigh toooo much lol. I am trying to watch intake of food and increase my exercise. Due to heat in Alabama it is difficult to do in the evenings so starting next week I am starting on 2nd shift so I can do exercises and walking early in the mornings. Hope you all can be my motivator and encouragers too! I am divorced, was married 18 years before divorcing in 1991. Have not dated, and really am not interested, in a relationship at this time. I am happy in my life. I have a great son (LA he is in TN too!!) and I live with my father. Emails will be accepted for encouragement only. Thanks all and good luck to you all. Bonksmom

Hi All,

Welcome welcome welcome. It's so nice to see new faces...and old faces.

Spot, you're right 60 is not old!!!!!!!!! Welcome to you.

Bonks....I am so glad to see your post. Where abouts is your son? East, West, North, Southeast? Is he single lol actually he may be a little too young for me

I have not done so well lately. I'm so proud of your losses, and a little big jealous if you want to know the truth. I am trying not to be down on myself but seriously I am really getting frustrated. Jenjen and I talked all about it yesterday in the chat room here (you all should join us, it's very fun ) I don't know why I can't stop eating?!?! I mean, I could stop eating I guess but I don't. It's all my fault, I know...but that only makes me feel worse..which only makes me eat more. :/ Maybe I should have my mouth wired shut (they'd love that at work lol )

Well so glad you all have checked in. Let's keep this thread going...and going...and going.

LA

Hello all! Well, it is Monday again lol. Another day! I did not do very well this weekend, didnt get to exercise. LA son is going to be 30, in Southeast TN, and he is divorced. I have found an article in Woman's Day by Arricca Elin SanSone called Words of Wisdom. 20 WORDS THAT CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE!!
Todays word: "BEGIN...Take charge of your life by beginning something you've always wanted to do, like going back to college or cleaning out a closet that's been driving you crazy. If your goal seems overwhelming, START SMALL! Clean one shelf or take one class. 'By daring to begin the life you've always wanted, you become energized,' says Mari Tankenoff, L.P. and CEO of Mind-Fitness, inc. a counseling and consulting firm in Minneapolis." TODAY I BEGIN TO BE MORE MINDFUL OF WHAT I PLACE IN MY MOUTH!! Good luck all! Have a great day. Bonksmom

Hi everyone,

Glad to see the responses!!! Welcome everyone.

LA, I know this is easier said than done but don't be so hard on yourself. I know this is hard but (I can't beleive I am saying this) it does get a little easier as you go along. I have been overweight as long as I can remember. During my teens and twenties I fantasized about losing weight, being thin and all that. Now, at 36 something finally clicked. I haven't been at this weight since I was 18!!! Just don't give up on yourself ok? You have to keep trying until you find what will work for you.

My weakness was (still is) sugar. But I have to say since I have cut out a lot of that out I don't crave it like I used to. Sure, I do get cravings and if I feel I'll die without it I'll go to the local 7-11 and buy a single serving of something. A year ago I would but a whole 1/2 gallon of ice cream or a box of Drakes cakes. For me, keeping that stuff out of the house has helped a lot. I find little things like that really help.

Are you following any kind of plan? Or do you do your own thing?

I'll have to check out the chat room sometime. I've never been in there.

Spot, 60 is definitely not old! Bonks, how hot is it down there? I am in CT and we are just starting to have nice weather here. A couple of days have hit 80 but otherwise it has been cool. But I know those hot, humid (yuck) days are right around the corner

Everyone have a great week, and keep up the good work. Talk to ya later.

Lynn

Hi all, I am single too and trying to lose weight. Seems like I've tried everything. If I don't see some results in the first week I give up and have a binge. Obviously that's not good. I bought Jorge Cruise 8 Minutes in the Morning book last week and today is my first day trying it. Hopefully this will be the answer for me. I also go to curves, but have been slacking off there lately (not seeing results), but I'm going to improve on that as well. I have two pets, a dog and a cat and they are both single too.

What time do you all meet for chat?