Kathleen, thank you for that post. I'm going to print it and read it every time my resolve weakens. One day at a time I can do this, and when I fail I will remember that is just a slip, its not an excuse to give up the fight. I've been alone in this struggle for so long its just worn me down. To have found this place with people who not only understand, but share the same struggles I do, that is HUGE! So yeah, today I can take the steps I need to take to succeed: eat healthy low carb food, drink water, get a little exercise and deal with my emotions. I want to thank each one of you for the encouragement.