Hi there,

My name is Jenny, I'm 29, and live in the Chicagoland area.

I've recently quit smoking, and put on a few lbs. All though I really wish I could blame me being 45 lbs overwieght entirely on that, I simply can't.

I don't make new years resolutions. I just decided this was a good time to start a diet, and start working out - which I started both this week.

I have lost a lb, even though my ticker doesn't say so... I started at 206 (every lb counts right?)

Anyway - I've been married for 4 years (really when I started putting on the weight!!) I have no children, 2 dogs, and 3 lizards.... I plan on having children very soon, and would like to shed a few lbs first.

I look forward to meeting some new friends, and plan on sticking to my diet and shedding some weight!!

I too am a newbie. I live in Central Illinois. I also have no children, but two dogs and a cat. I also have thought about losing a few pounds before having a child. I have a long way to go. I am at 230 and would like to be at about 150. I am 32 and have been married 7 years.

I started going to the YMCA this week and also dieting. Yes - marriage will put on the weight. I weighed 140 at our wedding!

It is nice to talk with you.

Ellen