Lindy brings up a good point.

Brandee, does your husband [dh stands for dear (or darling) husband] need to lose weight as well? If not, then he can do the lifetime maintenance portion of the diet. But, a good supportive spouse is very important in being able to meet your goals. There are several on this forum who deal with unsupportive spouses and family members who try to sabotage their diets, so the supportive spouse is not a requirement!!!!

But, if your dh needs to lose as well, then it's a great lifestyle to commit together to. My wife supports me doing Atkins, but she doesn't do it (mainly because we have a baby coming within the next few weeks!).