Hi, I am new here!

I have officially been using CC for one week. I have found it easy and fun. My goal is to gain energy and a thinner waist line, which in turn will give me the opportunity to look a little more amazing for my guy on our wedding day. I need the energy because I will be going from no kids to five kids (ages 4 months to 11 years) on our wedding day. I would love to lose a minimum of a pound a week. We haven't set a date yet so there is no hurry, besides he loves me as I am and is okay if I have extra weight along the way. It is my desire to lose it. Also, I am five years away from my 30th class reunion so it might be fun to not only have the sexiest guy along with me but to be slim and trim as I once was. I have been Dr. Pepper free for one week! That is a huge one for me. I used to have two or three a day depending on my work schedule. I currently work two jobs and often grab fast food and Dr. Pepper on my way from job one to job two. The biggest change for me is no longer eating on the fly but planning things in advance. I also need to figure out a top to be more active. Again planning and organizing!

Has anyone tried any of the recipes?

I have made the jennie turkey burgers.  A staple in my house now, my husband and I both love them.  I freeze them.  I have made the mexicana chicken.  Even my boys like that one.  Also, one of the shrimp recipes (can't remember which one).  Think about joining the weigh in that I posted.  I need the motivation.

Oh and congrats on your upcoming wedding.  Planning ahead is one of my biggest challenges too.  I eat a lot of soup for lunch.  And I bring yogurt, fruit and pretzels for snacking.

Thanks for the input. I really do appreciate it. I was going to post and on the weigh in as well. I will do it when I weigh next week.