[Houmatt]

I'm living proof that losing weight is easy.

And Oprah Winfrey is living proof losing weight is not.

You just have to have the desire to do it.

Fine. How about keeping it off? Will you be able to say the same in six months?

[Trust but Verify]

I embarked on the diet 2.5 years ago. I have only allowed myself a 5 lb 'slush'. If I gain as much as 5 lbs, it's time for me to STOP and get back on the right track. I have been extremely successful with this strategery. I expect that will continue. But thanks for your positive input.

[glory]

EXACTLY..BTDT..not so easy.