NickFender, thanks for the response. I have the book and have read and reread it but some parts are confusing. I am eating the same as your wife, however, the reward meal gets me because I worry that I can't have that stuff. According to the book and other members, I guess I can. Just knowing that I can have a treat or reward at suppertime keeps me from cheating all day and lessens my cravings because the deprivation is gone. If I really want it, I can have it. Once that thought is in your head, all thoughts of "cheating" are gone. For me, THAT'S A BIG DEAL. I will keep plugging away and trust that something biiger than me is in control of my life. Thanks for your help!