Well, I've been out of it for a few days...once again that fibromyalgia hit real strong. I can almost handle that but, I seem to get it with really severe headaches (yuck). Anyway, I'm glad I'm back on the boards cause I really need some motivation here. So, how is everyone doing???

Gilta...I had a bad day too...glad I'm over that but weigh in still scares me. I think i'm getting it... that, this is more a way of life rather than a periodic stumble. However, I know that those little slip-ups cost us dearly. So, I'm trying to prepare myself (yikes).

Shirlfe...wow! gald to see you're back! Hope that everything is going well. 40 pounds in 4 months...wow! It would be awesome if I could do that...but, wow...I think the most my body will release is maybe 5 pounds per month (and that's if I don't cheat...LOL). But, I wish you the best

Marlaine - I was going to try and write in your journal again but, I went down so fast this week. Just wanted to let you know how much I admire your persistence with the journal. Gosh, I seem to be able to put things in Fitday (well...actually, I couldn't do it that much this week). I just need to get in the habit of keeping that journal. It's a great tool...especially for accountability!

Betsy Hello and welcome to the group! I'm not familiar with the carbo addicts plan (I'm on Atkins). Does eating grains give you cravings for more carbohydrates or does it seem to curb the desire? I'm definite that I'm a carbo addict I'm really glad that the bloating feeling is leaving your body...it's that TOM for me and I feel so bloated

DonnaJ...wow! you've been so good at checking in I miss school too. I was in the middle of my doctorate at Claremont when I got sick...that was such a bummer. But, I'm determined to finish one day. Can you really start menopause at 35???? Wow! I'm 46 and was hoping to still have a child...I know, my dr. thinks I'm crazy. But, I figure there are always miracles...LOL.

Sunshine...hope you're doing well. I need to visit the Bikini Babes thread to make sure you're OK. Your trip is so close...wish I was going somewhere exotic...now, that would be motivation for wearing that bikini.