I'm trying to lose about 110-120 pounds and would like a buddy in the same situation so we can help each other. Preferably a young woman... I'm 17 and a female. Thanks.

now, MSJ, we're all here to help. honest!!! post often. ask questions. we may not ALL be young, but we DO remember a few things. i think. or maybe i've forgotten.. let's see, where was i when i was 17??

oh yes. in washington DC. in college. see??? i DO remember something. and i was normal weight <sigh> but i thought i was really heavy.

but seriously. hang out with us. and apryl is about your age, and is really doing well on her eating plan.

Thanks jiffypop. I will post here often, I just want to get to know some more people.

Heh... No need to remember back to being 17, I've got everything else covered except weight. Lol. Now that I need help with... I used to be pretty skinny and athletic, then came certain circumstances... and I found comfort in food. I'm turning 18 in June and moving to Canada. By then I'd like to be getting back to my old self again, I just need a little help doing it.

Listen Babe....when I was your age I topped out at 475 ! I applaud you taking these steps to a better life now rather than waiting until you are much older as I have. I am 48 and thus far have lost 80lbs so I am well on my way but oh my dear girl if I can do it so can you!!!!!!!!! Welcome to the best support group on the web bar none.
Pam

Whoohoo! I'm 14... and have about 80-90 lbs to go. I'm so excited that someone close to my age has come along. Please post again soon. Peace. -Apryl

{sigh} seventeen oh boy was i in good shape then till all hel# broke loose in the name of Tamara. Katrina, Matthew, and Benjamin.

Glad to see that you are taking your life in your hands now at such a good age. I am glad that april is here to help coach you along with some of the difficulties that you can come across as a teen.

We all are here to help and support you in any way that we can. I am sorry that things had turned out to cause you to see food but do know that you are a very strong person (evidenced by comming here) and youa re definatly worth the effort that you become the person that you can be.

just hang in there it will take time but in the mean time live life to the fullest as you do. and you have just met a great group of people

hey apryl what the heck is whirled peas??

come on, old thing. your age is showing. it's a really cute pun. ya ever heard of 'give world peace a chance'?

now, read apryl's tag again.. whirled peas. get it????

it's ok. you have four kids, a whole zillion of old folks and the boy scouts to take care of...

we love you..

LOL! Thanks, Jiffypop. Peace. -Apryl

ROTFLMAO what a DUH moment. {{SLAP}}