Greetings! I have been doing Atkins for a little over 2 weeks, and have lost 14 lbs. I would like to lose a total of 173 lbs, to get down to around 150. I was really excited to find this forum, but even more excited when I discovered this special corner for folks like me who have a lot to lose. There are so many terrific success stories here ... when I find myself in need of a boost (such as my birthday, coming up next week), I think I'll find what I need right here.

Welcome!

This is a great place. You will come to love it and depend on it.

Start a journal today. You'll meet a lot of people there too!

Deb

Welcome! this is a tremendous place to communicate with others who are facing many of the same obstacles and challenges. We also have a lot of reasons to celebrate around here! I look forward to seeing you post and getting to know you. Cindi

Welcome. I am glad you found us. I have found this way of eating to be great -- I lose weight and I am not hungry -- and I have found this forum to be great -- lots of good support and dialogue. I look forward to seeing more of your posts around here.

I am new to the board also, but welcome from another newbie. So far I have seen nothing but positives here and believe me that is great. I did post on some of the aol boards, but found them to be very off topic and not really supportive like it is here. I feel like I've found a home and I'm sure you will feel that way, too.

Welcome! Have you checked out the recipe section? It's really neat!

Hi, I'm new here also. Just wanted to say hello . I'm looking forward to learning all the information and seeing everyones progress. Nothing can keep us down.

Hi celtinore I'm a newbie also

Hi Celtinore

I'm also a newbie! Just started Atkins on March 1st. So far, so good. I'm also amazed at what this forum has to offer. It sure will make this journey easier!

Hi, guys! Glad to meet you! Stop by the journal for a chat -- and if you haven't started yours yet, DO. It's a really helpful tool, and a nice place to talk to folks.