Hi Pat, I just wanted to say that I read your journal and really find your journey very inspiring. I had surgery 3/3/2004 and am at that point where I am struggling with food. I started at 334 and am stuck right now at 231. I go up and down a few pounds. My weight loss is just like yours... I dont loose any for a couple of weeks then the weight suddenly will come off. Not alot just a bit. Just reading your post gave me strength to get myself together and stick to it. I am going to try that stillman diet I have been hearing so much about (I think from the same source!:) You hang in there you are doing fabulous and God Bless you, your mother and your family :) (((hugs)))!