Hey - I will send you a buddy request when I am done... but I just read on someone else's journal, that you are diabetic! I am so happy to see you are making efforts to change your eating habits and get some of this unwanted weight off. My Dad was a diabetic for over 35 years, and his DEATH is the primary reason I ended up on this site. Because I knew I was gaining, and I knew the potential of becoming diabetic. It scared the crap out of me. So my journey began... learning about whole, natural healthy foods... and how to eat, to lose... and get healthy. I have done it. But then life took over, and I slipped. Too long to go into now, but I am back at it, and losing again...and I will get back to where I once was. If I can help you, I would be happy to try!!! Best to you... Paula