Don, all I can say is - it's your friends' loss! That's too bad that they aren't willing to at least try RSSC or Silversea. Especially since being such good friends you would think they would listen to you. One of things I love most about RSSC (and hopefully someday Silversea) is that the people we cruised with (and of course all the people on this board) were such wonderful, down to earth, friendly and helpful people. Don't give up, they may come around eventually.

For your Monday weigh in, just do everything on our weigh in list and hope for the best. If the scales and legs on the bike don't cooperate, just take a big breath and have a fresh start! A slip or two are a part of life. I think that is the hardest thing for those of us who must watch our weight. We always have this all or nothing feeling about dieting. At least I tend to do that. I think I'm getting better about it tho. Good luck for Monday!!!