I started Atkins on June 9, 2004 after being unsucessful at low carb for years. I actually gained weight on the program. My mom and brother had sucess with atkins, so I tried it for the 2 week induction period. What did I have to lose but weight right? Now, almost 3 months later, I have dropped 40 pounds. I feel wonderful. I have a ton of energy, no more fat pains and I don't hate the scale anymore. In fact, I have names the scale Glenda, the good witch!
This diet has been amazing. I still feel like I might wake up one morning in a fat haze. I can't beleive how fast my body is changing and the positive effects it is having on my life. I know it's alot to hope, but I would love to reach my goal weight of 165 by my birthday in February. If I continue to lose 15 a month, it's possible I suppose. Anything less than 200 would amaze and delight me.
As for the other personal info? Im 32 years old, living in ct. Im a divorced mom of 2 (12 B, 6G). I currently own a daycare center but it is for sale. Write me if you want to buy it! I don't know where I will be working when I sell / close. I just know it's time to move on.
I have 2 dogs, 3 cats and l love reading, hiking, music and chatting with nice people like you!
Hope you might let me into the club? Pretty please?
Very nice to have you here -- I PROMISE you that noone here is going to razz you in any way at all. Sheesh, some people! 
I am sure you're going to find in us here a tight-knit, motivated, knowledgeable, and eclectic group of kind people on the same journey. You are a most welcome addition to our group! 
. What I love most is that everyone has their own opinions, ways of doing this but we're all trying to get to the same goal, which is what keeps us so close! 
We're in it together lady! And we CAN and WILL do it! Remember, one step at a time... 