Hello. May I join in?
Last year, although I did, sort of start dieting, thinking my heart was in it, I really don't think it was. My mum and sister have decided they want to diet now (with a grand total of about 2 stone to lose between them). But it has been really helpful to have them dieting too. I have been able to cook healthy meals for us all (which, when it was just me, I really couldn't be bothered doing everyday), and in about the past week or so, I have lost 4lb, which is the total of what I lost in about 4 or 5 months last year. So I am feeling reallt good and really motivated now to lose the rest.
I hope your back feels better soon, DQ, and you manage to get your car sorted (or a new car).