Thanks for all the support everyone.
This forum really does seem to help. Not only are there lots of people willing to share tips and struggles with me, but being on here takes up time, specifically time that could be used to contemplate a pastry or a piece of bread. =)

And I have decided to show my friend that I can do it without her, and hopefully my weight loss will make her realize that she should of stuck with me! I'm determined now!

again, thank you, everyone!
~kris