[Halelani]

I so understand your situation. I went through a similiar episode a few years ago, first I broke my leg skiing, (and gained about 40 pounds) and then was in a car accident a year later (and gained another 40 pounds)...a couple of months ago I thought I just couldn't take it anymore, i mean i was so depressed because i couldn't exercise and it seemed like a downward spiral...and I didn't have any support system...At the beginning of 2008 i joined this group in hopes of getting some encouragement and it is working but it is still a difficult struggle for me. These people on here are compassionate and they care because they know the struggles, the pain, frustration and hurt. You are not in this alone, we are all here for a common purpose, to become healthier through weight loss, exercise and a healthy diet. Somedays I have to take each hour at a time, somedays are better and I can take them several hours at a time, but not a minute goes by that I am not challenged by obsessive thoughts about food. In three weeks I have lost six pounds, doesn't seem like a big deal but 2 pds a week is right on target for keeping it off forever...now I just need to exercise more. I'm self employed and a stay at home single parent. My business has plummeted due to my inability to work consistently over the last few years due to these injuries I've sustained that I mentioned earlier. So it is even more difficult for me to address overweight issues due to the stress factors. And so here I am on this board, and we will offer you suggestions if you ask, and we will provide you with support. Hang in there, it will get better. Halelani