03/23/03 - Elena, I read your postings and must say that I am inspired by your story. I am now at 4 months and have lost a total of 76 lbs since beginning this journey. I am goaling myself to be down to 170 lbs by the May 27, 2003. That is the weight my doctor desires that I reach. Wow that you can wear size 10's at 170 blows me away. Do you have excessive skin on your belly or did all that disappear with the weight loss? I find that my underarms, thighs and belly are somewhat flabby and that's where my excess 30 lbs is located. However, the flab under my arms seems to be getting less as tine goes on. I also, find that the excess around my waist and abs keeps me from fitting into size 14's. I am trying to not have to have any cosmetic surgery. Will attempt to tone-up with exercise. How was your trip to Las Vegas? I am going to treat myself to a trip to Hawaii for my 170 mark. Can't wait. By the way, you look great in your 173 photo. Keep on keeping on.