Greetings from Toronto! (I'm a newbie)

  • Hey everyone!
    I am new to the Beach and am already loving it! I can already freel the warmth... My name is Jenn and I'm 26 years old. I have been married for 3.5 years and I have a 2.5 year old son, Ali, who keeps me on my toes 24/7 and is truly a blessing (sometimes in disguise!). I have a few courses left to complete my BA in Linguistics. I used to work at a gym doing customer service, which was awesome because I worked out every day and was really motived but I decided I watnted to spend more time with my son so I quit.

    Now I spend my days fingerpainting, playing with play-doh, blowing bubbles and reading lots of books (often the same one 6 times a day), and just having lots of fun being a mom! I plan to homeschool Ali and have already started laying down the foundation. We really enjoy learning together. You'd never believe how much there is to learn from a 2 year old.

    As for weight - well, I've been heavy since I was around 5. My weight has consumed me for as long as I can remember. The only diet that ever worked for me up until now was Atkins but I always felt so horrible while on it - constipation, headaches, unbelievable cramps in my legs... the list goes on. I actually just switched from Atkins to SBD 1 week ago and really feel like I'm in heaven. Not to have to count out my cups of vegetables every day is a blessing!

    I've been lurking in here for about a week now and think you guys are just awesome. I love the support and friendship and would love to be a part of that! Today is day 14 of my new way of eating and I have lost a total of 13.5 pounds and am thrilled!

    Anyway, I should probably run. I just wanted to say hello.

    Take care,
    Jenn
  • Welcome Jenn!!!
  • Hi, Jenn!!

    Welcome to the SBD! We are so glad to meet you, and look forward to you posting in the "Dailys." Lots of support, and information shared around here + we have fun together! That's the best part!

    Come back often!
    sharon
  • Hey welcome to the beach where the waters always warm and the company is always friendly! I have only been on the beach a couple of days myself but feel right at home. Looking forward to seein ya around the beach hangin out!
  • Welcome to The Beach. Hey, great weightloss over the two weeks! (You wouldn't happen to live in The Beaches in Tranna, would you? It would be appropriate.)
  • Hi Jenn Welcome!
  • Welcome, Jenn!! You're doing so well!