hey there! i would like a buddy too! i am just starting out again on DANDR. my biggest thing is giving up cokes. i am trying to find something to really keep me motivated and am having trouble finding it. i am trying to stock up on foods that require little or no cooking because i am always on the run. let me hear from you about how hard its been or how easy? i think you should be very proud of yourself, i hope i can do as well. is it nice to see that you have almost reached your goal? do you have any before and after pics? keep on going till its gone.