Looking at the before and after pix helped me tremendously during the first week (and I suspect will continue to do so).

I found stories about folks who were close to my stats and took comfort from them. I also saw stories from folks who were *much* worse off than I am, it really grounded me. Who am I to complain when others have sacrificed so much more than I will have to.

God bless the people who put this forum together.