Hi Helen,

Good to hear from you. Sorry your husband had to cut his trip short. I hope you will enjoy the cruise on your own. Sad that Princess did not take real care of you two. And if we don't have lunc hwhen you get back, I will be disappointed. And despite what people think, you can take GREAT photos with a disposable or just a point and shoot camera.

If you can limit the carbs, you will be surprised how well you can do, even traveling. Lots of Water and Walking works wonders. That bread basket is my real enemy!

I have not been down under, but, it's high on my list. Maybe that will be what we do in 2008 but more likely 2009.

As far as watching things, I am really learning to eat one cookie and stopping since it's my treat for the day. In Santa Fe, I took a bite of dessert and was done (except the day of Cinnamon Ice Cream). I am down now a total of 23 lbs. I went to the Doctor today for my cold, which is severe bronchitis. Aside from that, they noticed my weight loss without me getting on the scale. I was told to take things easy until I go back - no exercise and lots of rest. Frank is going to pick up take out - a salad with shrimp for me, no dressing, Avocado, or crunchies. Veggies and Shrimp - dressing on the side. And Sugar Free/Fat Free Jello Pudding for dessert. I am bargaining for a whole new wardrobe to take on my next cruises.