Thanks!!! For the most part- it has gotten easier each year. We have just gotten away from hitting each other- now they just yell... Holly

Thanks Janie- I have that 5 pound window too- I'm at the top of the pane!!! I lasted a little longer today on the pouch test- I made it all the way until about 2 in the afternoon... but I did feel better getting more liquids and protein in- I wonder how amazing I would feel if I actually made it for a few days!!! Yes the steroids were awful- and they made me mean. I'm looking forward to a better weigh in next week!!! Holly

Yes congrats Stacey, you're half the woman you used to be! lol!

Holly - at least you are recognizing this so early in the game ya know? I want to eat more now too, it's like it's coming back with a bang after our surgiversary. So, I totally know where you are coming from. I am going to allow myself a 5lb window though and will keep a close eye on it. Our bodies can fluctuate a few lbs depending on water retention and what time of the month it is. Oh, and you have a valid excuse, steroids are NASTY and make you gain AND make you hungry all of the time!!! Once you start exercising again and getting your water in and protein I think you will be fine!! Just keep looking at your before and after pics!!!

I'll have to check out those Kashi bars. I was just complaining today that I am in a major food rut right now. My "old faithful" cravings have lost their appeal and I find that I am hungry all the time, but cannot think of anything that sounds appealing. I end up eating something good for me, but then don't feel satisfied!