Today is my first day back on the low carb way of eating and I thought I would introduce myself. I started eating low carb a little over a year ago and lost 30-35 lbs quite easily. I kept that weight off for about 6 months and now realize it's pretty much back on.

I recently found this site and these forums and I think it's going to be a great place to get help, advice and encouragement. I do have a few basic questions about the site, hopefully someone can answer:

1. How do you get an icon or better yet, a picture next to your name? Do you have to be a moderator?

2. Is there a way to search for registered users by their location? It would be nice to find other people that are living near me (Washington state).

I want to lose 40 lbs and this time keep it off for good. I realize now that my body just can't take the carbs. It's tough when you have little ones around (I have a 5 year old and a 3 year old) and almost all of their meals contain carbs, but I've done it once and I know I can do it again.

Thanks in advance for answers to my questions.

Jennifer

(Dahn, if you are out there, thanks for introducing me to this site!!)