Thanks everyone -- it gives me hope that so many of you have been so successful in losing weight through cycling -- that is my goal as well. If I were queen of the world, I would love to lose over 100 pounds and be a "normal" size -- not have to wear "plus sizes". I want to do it for my health and confidence, and yes... looks. I haven't always this weight -- just within the last 10 years while raising my kids, working full-time, and dealing with life in general.
However, I feel like I'm teetering on that edge of if I don't get serious about losing weight and getting in better shape now, I will start a slippery slope where I will wind up riding a scooter around walmart.
I'll keep you posted about how the trip goes tomorrow to see the bike.
Thanks again for the encouragement! It means a lot to me.