I've been in and out of this forum so many times it is cray-cray! I hope you aren't rolling your eyes! I have to say though there is a reason I keep coming back...I know what a strong group you are and I know SBD works. I even have the NEW book this time. I can't wait to jump in!

Since last June I have lost 60 pounds (well, it was 65 but I'm up a bit). And I have been stuck at this plateau for a while now. I need to break through! I am READY! My 40th birthday is in July...I need to get back on the train! I want to feel healthy and peaceful and in control again.

I gotta run -- off to a 5:45 AM body pump class at the gym!

back, Lauren. I'll join you on the train as I'm up too. Time to change the S/C/G in my profile and maybe even re-instate the ticker.

Back, Lauren!

Welcome back.

... and why would we judge? We've all been there. I believe The Princesses of Perfection have left the building.

Welcome back!

Welcome and Ruth your reply is perfect!!! Lauren you did a great job maintaining your loss, so think of it as you were in P3. That is a great accomplishment in my eyes. Hey and club 40 is pretty cool, I joined in September. I honestly look and feel better than I did in my 20's

Welcome back Lauren!!!

Ruth - I loved your response! And - Welcome Back Lauren. I'm back after being away for 2 years!

Lauren, I've been back and forth too. We can do this! I'll add my kudos to Ruth for your Princess of Perfection comment!

Welcome Back Lauren! You've done an amazing job already. KEEP GOING!!!

THANKS SO MUCH ladies. You are THE BEST! I think sometimes I expect MYSELF to be a Princes of Perfection. Ya know? I am thrilled to be here and just finished my chlcken stir fry dinner. I KNOW we can all do this thing! I am ready!

And glad to hear 40 isn't all that bad!

you are doing great, no one will judge you, maybe they would say "wow look at her 60 # down already doesn't she look great"
keep it up, we have all been there, best of luck to you, and congratulations on your weight loss xx

Hey Lauren - just so you don't fear looking forward....the fifties are actually kind of fun!
A 60 pound loss in a year is stellar! Congratulations on that, and congrats on moving forward!
Cate

Thanks, everyone!

CatMat -- I don't mind aging so much as long as I'm healthy, right!? As another poster mentioned, I hope to be in better shape in my 40s then in my 30s! I guess I am finally getting to the age where I realize I am not indestructable. I am not sure why it took me so long to come to that, though?