My name is Valerie. I am 43 years young. I started Induction on Atkins 9/13/2010. I am the mother of an incredible 8 year old son named Mark. I started this journey at 237 pounds. My goal weight is 140. I look forward to getting and giving support on fatsecret. I realize this is going to be a long journey. That being said, I am in for the long haul! Good Luck all!