OK, Debra, now you've inspired me! I lost 20 pounds a few winters ago when my ex left. I lost it in a month, so it wasn't healthy, but I had no appetite. However, I wore size six jeans and liked how I looked. I got a lot of wrinkles, losing weight, though. I've gained most of it back, and I am unhappy with my appearance. With that weight loss, I felt good. My cholesterol dropped, too. Thanks to you, I'm back to fasting, this time on purpose, which I'm sure will be more difficult. Both of your pics look great, though. You're right about women and girls and obsessing about weight. I started to date a guy I consider chubby, and I don't think he thinks so. The other way around, he probably would not have asked me out!