I am 5'3" and currently 180 pounds. I never really thought about my weight until I was 15 years old, then I stared slowly gaining until I got to 180. In desperation I went on HCG and lost about 25 pounds...then gained it all back in just a few months.
I did this twice more, each time losing around 20 pounds and always gaining back up to 180. I will NEVER go on HCG again, I know it is only a quick fix-self torture-crash diet. :)

I am taking a different approach to losing now, I want to change my lifestyle into a healthy and active one, being more conscious about what's in the food I am putting into my body. I know this it take a long time, but I am not in a hurry because I know that big changes have to be taken in small steps.

I am watching my food portions and logging all my food. I feel like I need to count calories so I know exactly how much I am eating.
I don't want to be completely obsessed with my weight all the time (been there, done that) There has got to be a good balance between what you see in the mirror and how you are inside...so that is why I am here, and I am going to do the best I can!
I am going to set my goal for 5 pounds at a time, It seems so much more doable that way. :)

I'm thankful for the support of all the awesome people here!