Hello

[trishasmash]

Hey everyone, 

 

I joined the Academy almost a year ago, but just got around to making an account on the forums. I've spent a good chunk of the last three years living overseas (one year in South Korea, 11 months in Australia) and my weight has yo-yo'd accordingly (live overseas = walk more, eat better; come back to the US = walk less, eat worse). I'm currently trying to switch my diet to 80/20 Paleo, figure out a workable exercise schedule, train my puppy (almost 1 yo Labrador mix), and find a full time job. I'm really interested in the 4-week challenges, so I'll probably be joining the one that starts this weekend. 

 

Bonus, a picture of Charlie! She's a 60 lb (and growing!) lap dog, lol. 

 

[SevenofSeven]

Welcome to the forums and good luck with your journey.

 

I live in Western Australia, where did you visit/work/play while in our wonderful country. ( kinda hoping it was wonderful for you )

[trishasmash]

@SevenofSeven I lived/worked in Canberra (au pair to four kids), got to visit/play in Sydney, Merimbula, Alice Springs, Uluru/Kata Tjuta/King's Canyon, and Brisbane/Gold Coast, and it was absolutely wonderful! I desperately want to go back so I can see more (Tasmania, Perth, Darwin, Cairns, and Melbourne at the top of the list). 

[Guzzi]

Welcome on board! I hope you enjoy being part of the community.