[MathGirl87]

Hi everyone!

I've been a member of this forum before 3 previous times and I it was a great form of support for me. I think the reason that I've failed before is because I always was so depressed about how much weight I carried with me and was feeling desperate.

Now, I feel good about myself and when I look in the mirror, even though I'm the heaviest I have ever been, I don't hate myself or the way I look for the first time ever. I think that is a really good thing.

So even though I'm happy with myself and don't feel horrible like I have for most of my teenage and all of my adult life, I know that in order to be healthy I do need to lose weight.

Because let's be honest, society does judge people based on appearance. So as I'm about to embark on my journey into the "real world" after graduation, I want to be confident. I am totally confident in my ability to be a great asset to whatever company I will be working for, but I think losing 60 pounds would be a great confidence boost - knowing that not only do I look great, but feel great too. That will probably aide me in getting a job easier.

Also, in 5 months I will be heading to Disney World for vacation with my boyfriend and his family...I want to be able to run around the theme parks from morning until night without getting exhausted..so that's my major short-term goal.

Anyway, I am super excited to be a part of this community again and I am hopeful that I will be able to succeed this time! Thanks for reading

[gulfview4me]

Hi:
I am just like you, I have been on here before but I was a lurker..I have been trying to lead a healthier life this summer. I just wanted to say hi and welcome back (like me!).

Chris

[LittleMoonRabbit]

welcome!!!!! You'll do great here! Feel free to ask questions and just jump right in.

[Onederchic]

Welcome to 3FC and good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

[MathGirl87]

Thanks everyone! I'm so glad there is such a wealth of information here to get me going again! WOOHOO!

[Onederchic]

You're welcome Looking forward to following your success

[leeway]

Hi MathGirl87!
Welcome back! It sounds like you're ready to go with determination and a can-do attitude!!

Glad to have you back with us! There are lots & lots of different groups and forums - I'm sure you'll find some that will keep you motivated, inspired and entertained!

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 short time 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 cheating or giving up.

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

[MathGirl87]

Thanks everyone!

And leeway,I know exactly what you mean...the mini-goal and goal photo album has been a lifesaver. Time flies when you are getting inspiration from people and before you know it the craving has passed!