Well, this is a really hard thing to do, huh? I have never typed out my weight. I don't know if I want to. I'm so glad none of you can see me.


My name is Teresa. I am 28 years old and I have 3 kids-- My four year old Nicole and my 13 month old twins James and Jessica. I am in nursing school and I wait tables a couple nights a week. My 6th wedding anniversary is this week.

I have never been "normal weight". It kills me to think that. I have been heavy since junior high. I was always bigger than my friends in high school. In college. Always. Now my weight has gotten disgusting to me. I cringe when I look in the mirror. I cry when I see photos. I avoid the camera effectivly removing myself from my family's memories. I don't like feeling like this. I need change.

I weigh 229 lbs. My goal is 160.

Welcome!

This a great place to surf around for info, find support and vent if you need to.

I understand almost feeling like your fingers are not going to be able to type in that number. I felt like my weight defined me. I was "The Fat Girl" and I just hate it. I am still on my journey, but I've made so many positive changes in my life, I feel good. You sound like such an accomplished mother, wife, student, employee and you deserve to feel comfortable in your body.

I'm glad you found this site. I hope you find a lot of support here, there is support everywhere.

I know how you feel. At the time I decided that my life needed a drastic change, I was 251 pounds at 5'8" tall.

PM me anytime. Lots of luck.

Hi and welcome!

Please make yourself at home. Read, post. We're glad you're here.

Welcome!!!! Look around and settle in! We have forums based on age, eating plan, exercise and more! I'm glad you are here! You can do this!

Welcome...and congratulations on making the first step...being ready to change!! That is sometimes the hardest part.