First off,

There is a ton of advice here, and places to meet buddies. I suggest you look around...find a group or spot full of people you relate to (we have a "Depression and Weight Issues" group that is pretty lively with the posts - I believe its in the "Dieting with Obstacles" area). You might look at specific plans, and when you settle on what you'd like to try, find the area for that. All of these would be great places to start!

Anyway, welcome! Can't wait to hear more from you soon.

hope you reach your goal. keep us updated

You can do this. Find a chat room that interests you and join in!
Good Luck!

Hi and Welcome! I am new here as well , but in my experience you have to just grab the bull by the horns and hang on for dear life! start with journaling , take a little notebook and write down everything you eat , how much you excersize and don't forget to drink your water...write that down to if you have to , then have a journal for YOU , write down your feelings and get it out there , after a few weeks you can go back and read it and see how far you have come!...and ofcorse come here and post as much as possible ,remember , we ALL have a beginning in this journey! You are not alone!

Hi and Welcome,

You can look around and see threads that interest you. There are many and people are so welcoming you should just jump in.

Two I thought you might try:

30 Somethings

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=57

Depression and Weight Issues

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=76

Hope to see you around,