Glad to find this group!

I have recently joined ObesityHelp.com and am glad to find additional support to help me get and stay "back on track!" 

You can check out my profile, and I welcome any and all friends.

The local hospital in my area has a "back on track" support group that meets once a month.  I attended my first meeting this week.  It was helpful to see and meet others that are facing the same issues as I am.

My set-back is usually stress eating.  I had lap-band surgery 5 1/2 years ago, and had done well, losing 112 lbs.  I wasn't to my goal weight yet, but close.  Had some serious family issues arise, along with my mother passing away.  Being a Mom, I put myself on the back burner and quit taking the time and making the effort to keep the food diary, watch my portion sizes, and just plain eating right.  Bad habits are very hard to break, and in my case, were hiding just waiting for the opportunity to take over again.  I justified it by thinking "my family needs me."  Well, if I don't take care of myself, I won't be there when my family does need me.  That's reality!!

Congratulations to everyone who has made the committment to "get back on track!"  I am very willing to be a support for anyone who needs another friend!

Hello and welcome to the group! We're glad to have you. You've had quite a journey over the years, haven't you! But its a very good think you are taking back the control of your lifestyle and getting back on track. Its good that you can recognize where your problem areas are, admit them and accept them... because that's the only way we can ever move forward! You sound like you're ready to BOTT, and please let us know if there is anything we can ever do for you, if its support, cheerleading or just listening!

Thanks for the response and support!!  Right now I just finished my exercise routine for today.  The exercise routine had gone to the wayside just like taking care of myself.  

I'll keep letting the group know how I'm doing and if I need encouragement!  Please know I will be there to support you as well! 

WELCOME   We've all been where you are or we wouldn't be here!  I hope you find this site as helpful as I have.  I can honestly say I don't believe i could have gotten back/stayed on track without the caring, support, understanding, and acceptance I've found here. Please don't be shy , let us know how we can be of help to you.  If you are comfortable, post often and allow us to share your journey.  When one of us succeeds, we all succeed.  WE CAN DO THIS TOGETHER - YES WE CAN

Again, welcome

Thanks for the great welcome!  It's helpful to know that there are others like me out there!  So far, this site has been great!  I am really appreciative of the support and encouragement, and I am ready to give the same to others!

I'll stay in touch with the group for sure!

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