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EMSOfficer
Wed, Jun-06-07, 22:04
Hello all

Just wanted to give some info on me and why I am here. I weigh in at around 475 pounds. I am 6 foot 4. On May 28 I decided enough was enough. I can't do my current job effectively with my weight. I had to leave a fire department I was on because I couldn't do fire academy. I decided to change my eating habits for me and for no particular reason except to be healthier.
LacyOkey
Wed, Jun-06-07, 22:13
welcome to the board.Good enough reason to me
sirlarry
Wed, Jun-06-07, 22:19
Welcome, :wave: we are here to support you. don't forget to start your journal
shy__anne
Wed, Jun-06-07, 22:23
Welcome to the TDC. This is the most supportive and informative board here. It's really great that you have made this decision. I do it for me too. In the past I have done it for other reasons but now, it's all about me and it's working this time. It will work for you too. Look here for motivation and help. Good luck.
amy411
Wed, Jun-06-07, 22:38
welcome ! so happy you are here ! :)

like the Austin Powers title ! haha!
mom2ryanro
Wed, Jun-06-07, 22:51
Welcome! You found these boards for a reason... I've been here for 8 days and its been key to staying faithful. ANY questions you have or if you need encourgament its all here! START A JOURNAL.. Its a great tool. YOU CAN DO IT!
Kandra
Wed, Jun-06-07, 23:05
Hi EMS! and welcome to TDC and the forum! Congrats on making the life changing decision to lose weight. there's wonderful support here and lots of tools and tons of information, too.
since you're doing your own plan (sort of) you may want to check out MY PLAN because you can keep track of what you eat and see it correlating with your weightloss. That way you can tweak your plan to optimize your success and easily see what's causing a stall or a slow down. There's also lots of places for you to post various stats there. I love MY PLAN, can you tell?? LOL
I'm glad you're here. I wish you every success in your journey.
Giant
Wed, Jun-06-07, 23:48
1. Welcome home. This is the place to be to stay true.
2. TDC Reprazent. We's in it to win it.
3. Screw obesity. It's so yesterday's news...
dearmommy
Thu, Jun-07-07, 00:29
Welcome to the forum and TDC.
bob2112
Thu, Jun-07-07, 05:06
Welcome to the forums and the TDC. You have come to the right place for support and motivation. Let us know if we can help in anyway.
diemde
Thu, Jun-07-07, 06:37
Good for you on making a decision to improve your life. And welcome to our corner of the world. The folks here are great, so if you have any questions or concerns, please post them.

When you have a long journey, it's really helpful to make friends who can relate to where you've been and where you are going! In my opinion, the key to success is reading the forum every day. Good luck!
tmatrocks
Thu, Jun-07-07, 06:40
Welcome - keep us posted!

Stick to the plan!
Drink lots of water!
Be as physical as you feel you can!
Don't obsess on the scale!
Charran
Thu, Jun-07-07, 07:32
Congrat on making the committment to better health. You won't be sorry! Welcome to the TDC and I look forward to following your progress!
lenjoe
Thu, Jun-07-07, 07:44
Welcome aboard. Stay with this message board and we'll support you on your way to good health. I would recommend going to your family doctor and getting a full physical w/blood work. Find out how far out of whack your machine is running. Use your blood work results to help monitor your progress. Read all you can. There are lots of good weight loss books out there. Check your library. Stay with your program and the weight will go.
X-carber
Thu, Jun-07-07, 08:01
Welcome to our home! Everything you need is inside you and on this forum. Great job on wanting to change your life!
katwoman
Thu, Jun-07-07, 08:46
I'll add my welcome to all those above. You've found a great tool with the support from friends here, this WOE works and I'm looking forward to watching you reach your health goals.
sherbear
Thu, Jun-07-07, 11:53
Welcome! There is so much support and friendly advice here. We can do this!
Sherry
eyesofblue
Thu, Jun-07-07, 15:24
I would like to add my welcome as well. This is an amazing board, with wonderfully supportive people. I wish you the best on your journey.
LakeSimcoe
Thu, Jun-07-07, 15:44
I too would like to welcome you to this wonderful place. There are so many who have lost a lot and are available to help others. If you could start a journal that would also be good. I know mine is not too up to date but there is a great support group here.
Just take one day at a time.
Kandra
Thu, Jun-07-07, 17:21
3. Screw obesity. It's so yesterday's news... :lol: :lol: :lol: So true Giant!
raggdolly
Thu, Jun-07-07, 18:49
Welcome to the forum and you have come to the right thread. I know the "enough is enough" feeling so well. Everyone here is super and their stories are so encouraging. You couldn't find a better place to get support. Congratulations on making the commitment to "everything better".
RaggDolly
kathleen24
Thu, Jun-07-07, 19:03
Not much to add to the good advice above except welcome.

I think of this process as a three-legged stool:
water and food,
exercise,
support.

One of these goes, and you go down sooner or later. So grab hold and hang on tight--
This place can give you the support to save your job and your life.
Scented1
Fri, Jun-08-07, 09:09
Welcome!

Glad you are here with us. :)