Kathy - I'm not one of the CPA's at my company - I'm part of the support staff. So my stress could be worse and it sounds like yours definitely is. Hang in there!!! I was just sitting there - eating of course Ha! - and thinking the same thing. 40 lbs could just be out of the questions, but 30 could work, if I work hard. I like your idea about not turning on the computer until after the excercise. That will be our reward like you said.

Wendy - 20 lbs, although still difficult, is much more obtainable in our 19-20 weeks. You did it before and I know you'll do it again! I took a look at the South Beach diet. I like it much better than the Adkins. In fact, down the road I'd like to try some of the receipes. They look delicious and good for you. But since I'm short on time and energy I'm going to stick with what I know - counting calories. Unless of course I get desperate towards the end. Then I'll try anything :D

Cyndi