Hey Chris I understand exactly what you are saying and don't worry it does not come accross bad. At the point when I started to see my chest bone (not my collar bones but my sternum in between my boobs) I realized I was looking too thin on top. Even though in my mind I would like to lose a couple of lbs in HOPES of losing it from my bottom half, I know in reality it would only continue to make my top half thinner so I have stopped trying to lose. I am hoping that once I stay where I am for a while and things balance out that maybe somehow that area will go back to looking normal. I'm afraid if I tried to gain any back it would go to the wrong places with my luck. You do need to post a pic, I can't give my honest opinion without seeing an updated picture but you look great in your avatar!

hey Donna, will you check that link? it starts but doesn't finish... Thanks!

Hello gorgeous! Yes, my doctor gave me such a silly goal, like I said, I just thought I need to do what I need to do!! Screw my age, and everything else. And for you little girl 100% -- wow, you are fantastic. And look at us - at totally opposite ends of the age spectrum, you just a young colt, and me an old mare!! Oh well, *****ally cares. And about the salary -- congratulations to you!! I just can't say that enough, and always counseled employees who were leaving our firm, that where ever they went to be sure and aim high!! It always made me mad to see men come in and ask for 70k for a job that a woman came in and asked for 45k and was so elated when we gave it to her. And trust me, companies do not really focus on the amount, more the experience!! And unfortuntely that is business -- low ball. But always remember, you can come down, but you can't go up. Oh, and another thing, it is always good to get hired at a high rate because your increases will be reflective. Some people would say oh I'll catch up with my increase, but 4% at 45 is very different than 4% at 70. Well enough of that. You can tell it is a passion of mine, and I was fortunate to be in employee relations for many years so I was able to do what I loved!! Take care Courtney! love donna

Great questions! No, I never feel deprived. Probably because at 15 months out, I can eat most anything, except very fat foods. Sugar is ok,,but I dont eat a lot of it. No, I dont feel like I messed anything up,,I feel like I fixed it!! Ive never looked or felt this good! Would do it again in a heartbeat! I miss the way some of my friends used to treat me,,they are kinda standoffish now, like they dont know how to act around me. IM STILL ME!! Finally, I am healthier and happier than I have ever been, my only regret is that I hadnt done this sooner. But, God has perfect timing,,,, Life is good!

Donna Mae, Wish I could figure out the picture thing> I am a little slow with technology. I will work on it as I do have a few folks who can help me here. Thanks so much for all your support and emails. hugs, jacqueline