hey! we have VERY VERY similar goals! I would LOVE to buddy up with you, if you're interested in having a buddy to speak with one on one....check inw ith each other via email and go through this "journey" together
I live in Maryland (so we're neighbors), and I have similar stats....I've been gaining lately, so i'm at 211 or so. and I would like to get to 145 ish.
I have been "dieting" since January, and have managed to lose 15 pounds, but then gained it back, so I've managed to keep off 10 pounds....so for you to lose 12 pounds in 2 months---that is awesome!!!!!!!
let me know if you're interested, and hope to hear from you soon