Thank you all for writing to encourage me. I had a terrible "work" day today - failed a test that would have meant a much better project - but finding these notes, written to me, really made my day better! I can truthfully say that this was the first time in years that I didn't turn to food immediately to mitigate the pain. That's one thing I love about Atkins, I feel full after I've eaten and don't want anything else. Took all your advice to heart and just ate by the rules. Another 2000 calorie day.