Don't listen to your boyfriend. Take it one step at a time and do it for YOU! I'd stick with little goals like 10 lbs or 20 lbs at a time. I think that 160 or even 150 would be wonderful!

Congratulations on your decision to try. Thats the first step and you've succeeded in finding a great website.

As for preparing meals, there are lots of great tips that are quick and easy that you can find online. I am not on Atkins, but the people that are can give you great tips. I only have general LC ideas, unfortunately. GOOD LUCK!