[CrystalZ10]

Hi. I'm Crystal. I'm 35, a wife, and a stepmom. I've always battled my weight all my life, but unlike the other times, I've always gone for the quick fix, aka crash diets, fad diets, ect., but they never take. This time I am taking my time. I am doing a 1,400 calorie diet, and learning to eat the right kinds of foods that keep me fuller longer, that give me energy, and that are wholesome and good for me. I've lost 8 lbs in 5 weeks so its working. Slowly, but its working.
I am using another site to help with my weight loss, but I don't know if its against forum rules to mention it. I like their community, but sometimes the topics move a bit slowly, and you can never have too many weight loss buddies, and good conversation!
I'm looking forward to meeting new people and making new friends.

[nanasgirl]

Hi Crystal! I wish you luck! I find it inspiring that my weight loss is in my hands...I can be a normal weight, the choice is mine. Every day (sometimes every hour or on a difficult day, every minute) I make a decision as to what my weight future will be.

I am just trying to get through till bed time without giving up and pigging out and its day #1 for me. good luck to us!

[CrystalZ10]

Yes, it will get a bit easier for you as you get into this. You'll go a week or two and have a day where you want to just give up. But for the most part, it gets easier as you see the results of all your hard work.

[Disneychick29]

Hi Crystal!

Like you I have tried all sorts of diets...this time I am doing it the healthy way ...just eating the right foods and walking....Welcome and good luck!

[CrystalZ10]

Thanks! I'm liking it here already.

[MissKelly]

Welcome, Crystal! Sending oodles of positive energy your way for continued success.

[Lexxiss]

Crystal!

I've met many life friends in my year here at 3fc. The diversity and continual activity make it a great support spot. Slow and healthy is working for me. Keep up the good work!

Best wishes!