Allow myself to introduce... myself.

[LoveIsNoColor]

Time for an introduction.

We will start with a few quick facts. I think the rest you'll get to know simply by reading my ramblings, and thru my postings.

My name is Ahlia. I am 24, and living in Ohio. I have been in a live-in,commited relationship for 3 years in exactly 2 weeks, with no children of my own.

I spend a lot of time watching reality TV. It's embarassing.

I have been overweight for my entire adult life, as well as my childhood as far back as I can remember. I've never learned much about healthy eating habits, and as I was growing up, my exercise consisted of walking to and from the fridge to get some kind of snack to console me from the days sorrows.

I love bright colors, loud clothing, neon toepolish, and swimming.

I've made many attempts at weight loss, and failed horribly at all of them.

I let my emotions control my body and my eating.

I want and need to change.

Random fact: I was an audience member at the Jerry Springer Show. I got my beads. They edited it out. Quite funny.

I recommited to Atkins 1/2/07 and so far have lost a total of 7 lbs.
I do not keep a journal on this board, I do however keep one on AOL and have made it public if anyone is interested. I would be happy to recieve any support and or comments.

Look for many posts coming from me since I've come out of lurkdom.

Thanks to all for reading this.
http://journals.aol.com/loveisnocolor/DaybyDay/

[kylie]

(In my best Austin Powers voice) WELCOME BA-BY!

You'll find lots of great info and support here!

[sillygirl]

Hi Ahlia! Welcome to the board. you've come to the right place if you want and need to change, at least your eating habits. This is a terrific board with tons of support for you too, journal or not! I will look forward to seeing you around.

By the way, there's a board wide semi-annual no weigh challenge. If you're a scale addict like so many of us around here, this is the challenge for you!
Board Wide No Weigh Challenge

[4ME]

Welcome and good luck

[Adena]

Welcome, Ahlia. It sounds like you're here for the right reasons. Congratulations on your losses so far. You're on your way. Even though you don't have a journal here, I hope you'll visit and post often. For me, that has been a MAJOR key in keeping me on track.

I just checked out your AOL journal -- love it. Very cleverly written and fun to read. I tried to comment, but don't have an AOL account. (Is it possible to allow people to sign up who don't have one? I know some blogs have that option, but it has to be done from your end...) Anyway, since I'm too lazy to go sign up for an AOL account, I'll share my two comments here.

1) On grocery shopping, have you tried jicama yet? I have just recently discovered it and really like it. It's like a cross between a (raw) potato and an apple.

2) On your before picture, good for you for having the courage to take one. I have some of my own scary before shots, so I can certainly relate. Cute suit, btw... and you're adorable. I have a feeling you will be successful -- you have the right attitude and are taking all the right steps.

Keep us posted on your progress!

[LoveIsNoColor]

Originally Posted by kylie

(In my best Austin Powers voice) WELCOME BA-BY!

You'll find lots of great info and support here!

Thank you!! I'm glad to see you picked up on my Austin Powers line!

[LoveIsNoColor]

Originally Posted by sillygirl

Hi Ahlia! Welcome to the board. you've come to the right place if you want and need to change, at least your eating habits. This is a terrific board with tons of support for you too, journal or not! I will look forward to seeing you around.

Thank you for the hello! I have been lurking here on this board for about 2 weeks now, just getting the courage to post today!

[LoveIsNoColor]

Originally Posted by Adena

Welcome, Ahlia. It sounds like you're here for the right reasons. Congratulations on your losses so far. You're on your way. Even though you don't have a journal here, I hope you'll visit and post often. For me, that has been a MAJOR key in keeping me on track.

Originally Posted by Adena

I just checked out your AOL journal -- love it. Very cleverly written and fun to read. I tried to comment, but don't have an AOL account. (Is it possible to allow people to sign up who don't have one? I know some blogs have that option, but it has to be done from your end...) Anyway, since I'm too lazy to go sign up for an AOL account, I'll share my two comments here.

1) On grocery shopping, have you tried jicama yet? I have just recently discovered it and really like it. It's like a cross between a (raw) potato and an apple.

2) On your before picture, good for you for having the courage to take one. I have some of my own scary before shots, so I can certainly relate. Cute suit, btw... and you're adorable. I have a feeling you will be successful -- you have the right attitude and are taking all the right steps.

Keep us posted on your progress!

Hi there! Thank you for your reply, I apprieciate your comments. I like to add to my AOL journal on a regular basis, so I hope that you will continue to check it out and give me feedback. You may be able to comment if you create an AIM name, also for those who do not have AOL and may be interested, it is free now for those with broadband. Lots of message boards and such you may find useful. I love your suggestion for the grocery item, I will definitely be giving that a try! I'd never heard of it before your post. I can't believe it, Imagine a food out there that's never been in my mouth.. LMAO

Thank you for the comment on the before pic, it certainly was an experience, and that cleverly angled pic was the only one not too grusome to post, LOL I just love that suit, and thanks for the compliment You are looking great yourself! Keep it up!

[ChristyAL]

Hi Ahlia! Welcome to the board. I took a peak at your journal and I have to agree...very fun to read! Loved it. Sounds like you have so much determination! Nice job on the 6 pounds down...KUTGW!

[LoveIsNoColor]

Originally Posted by ChristyAL

Hi Ahlia! Welcome to the board. I took a peak at your journal and I have to agree...very fun to read! Loved it. Sounds like you have so much determination! Nice job on the 6 pounds down...KUTGW!

Hi Christy! Thank you so much for the encouragement ! I'm hoping to gain new readers and get some comments going. I'm sure It will help keep my focused and commited to my journal to know that others are reading and checking up on me. I apprieciate the compliment!
Thanks again!