I've not had any big problems yet, but I'm just starting. My hubby is doing most of the cooking. Its not been as difficult as I thought it would be at home. The shrinking #'s on the scale have kept me motivated. I did turn down a mini reunion as it was going to be held at a buffet restaurant. I wasn't ready to face the temptation OR the well meaning questions of why I wasn't eating. I've told a few people about my journey, but not a lot. I want to wait until the results speak for themselves. When people are noticing my slimmer body and asking about it, I'll share. Until then, it's on a need to know basis. When I am going to someones house for a meal, I plan to bring my shake and/or bar and eat my meal as they eat theirs. The boullion cube is a great idea when faced with a restaurant situation. I'm hoping to avoid those for now. I'm guessing I'll be on one "regular" meal in time for the holidays, so it'll just be a matter of advance planning on what I can eat and how much. So much to think about now!

Thats awesome, Julie!

I'm guessing a few people will start noticing small changes around my birthday next month, I should be around the -30 mark. By Thanksgiving I should be down close to 50lbs- assuming a 5 pound a week weight loss. That is my halfway goal. I should be down another pants size and a few shirt sizes and hopefully back to only 1 chin! I'm excited to be at that point where family and friends are talking!

Ive not bought an analyzer, but my clinic does one after each 25 pound weight loss. Yes, I'm probably setting myself up in expecting a 5 pound a week weight loss. In fact, I know I am. My doc said 3-4 pounds is more average. I have a tendency to impatience and high expectations. I'm just eager to be at that 25+ weight loss mark, when people are likely to start noticing and asking questions, lol. Its hard keeping all this to myself! But I was pleased when my daughter and dad both said they could see it. Neither is the type for false flattery, so that felt good.

How are you doing Kate?