Hi, my name is Angela. I'm 34 and live in Mississippi. I've never been successful in losing weight before, although to be honest, I've only really tried to lose weight once. The other attempts were half-hearted at best. Now I'm ready to change the habits that got me to morbid obesity. I feel like if I don't do it now, I never will. And if I don't change, my husband won't change. His health has been significantly affected by his weight. Something is telling me that we can't wait any longer.

The reason I'm here is that I know I will need some support to make this work. I know what to do, but I will need some encouragement along the way. I also hope to give a little encouragement too. Thanks for reading!

Welcome Angela! I too am new and looking for encouragement...maybe we can support each other?

Indie

Welcome to 3FC and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

Welcome, Angela! Good for you for wanting to make a change. We'll help you any way we can!

welcome to 3fc!

Welcome to 3FC Angela from your neighbor in Alabama. This is a great place with lots of helpful people and advice.

Welcome Angie this is wonderful place for support! Hope to see more but less of you in the future.

Hi Angela!
Great to have another Southern girl here - sounds like you're ready to get started on a healthier life for you and hubby - the support you need is here - we'll all be here to cheer you on.

Glad to have you join us! There are lots & lots of different groups and forums - I'm sure you'll find some that will keep you motivated and inspired - you'll be a wonderful addition to any of them. There's also info and first hand advice on different eating plans and exercise to help get through the ups and downs.

There are bunches of people here with more to lose and some with less - the bottom line is that we all have to do it a day at a time. The good thing is that we'll have lots of company along the way.

I've only been here a few months myself, having NEVER been part of an online forum. What has been so eye-opening is how much it has helped me. Whenever I feel overwhelmed or defeated, I just log on and read some of the success stories, complete with their before & after photos - or read about others still dealing day to day with their challenges - and before I know it, the time has flown by and so have all the thoughts of going off track or giving up. It has made all the difference in my success so far.

So welcome - you 've found the right place - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!

All the best - good luck with your goals,
Lee