My name is Mary and I am new to the South Beach diet - thanks to my girl Tama (thanks Tama!!) but not new to being overweight. I found this website and love it - it is really helping me reach my goal. My friend Tama is also very helpful because she encurages me and gives me support so instead of french fries I get a salad. My family and friends also support me so it makes it pretty hard to cheat on this "lifstyle change" (never call it a diet - diets are temporary)My downfalls are pretty much anything that ISN'T healthy (just kidding....but not really)I am looking forward to a new me by my B-day in Sept. So wish me luck (I am gonna need it) :)and I hope you all reach your goals too :)