Thanks for your response, Jeannie. We eat out a lot, but I'm usually pretty good and don't gain (I hardly lose, either). This time I did because I messed up my high-carb balance, so I expected it. I'm also 55 and post-menopausal, so I'm sure that doesn't help. I haven't been checked for thyroid problems, but my last physical didn't show any problems--Jan 2002. I know there are certain additional tests they can do, so I'll request those. My Step-Mom has a thyroid problem and she's never been terribly overweight--probably as much as I am. So maybe...

We're going on our first cruise next week (couldn't resist, living right here in Ft. Lauderdale--no airfare!). I know people are tempted, but I know I can be pretty good. The only time I may slip is when we're visiting Mexico--I love eating different foods. Fortunately, that will probably only be for lunch, but I may just go with the flow and make up for it later.

Today's food:

breakfast - 2 slices Atkins' zucchini bread (made with soy &
almond flour, zucchini, oil, and Splenda) w/whipped
cream cheese
lunch - tuna w/mayo & lettuce/tomato salad
snack - 1-2 oz of peanuts (I'm starving already, so I feel I need
a snack) or some zucchini bread
dinner - will be steak, corn on the cob, salad, and green beans,
plus a glass of wine--no dessert

I have a suspicion wine may be the problem--I have a glass every day--but even when I stopped I didn't lose, so I figured I didn't want to give it up if it didn't bring a benefit!