I will be turning 48 next week. I worked out all my life until I had my second child (10.3 LBS.) I was maintaining an acceptable weight for a few years. I went back to college in 2005. After college is when the pounds started clinging to me. I ate out of sheer boredom. I was at an all time low in my life. My 30 year class reunion was this year. I was not about to attend it looking pleasingly plump! As in my initial post I had mentioned my daughters girlfriend had wonderful success with Weight Watchers. I made the best move of my life! I began in May and here I am in October as small as I was in high school. I work out at the gym when I can but don't torture myself when it comes to food. Monday is my free day. I eat whatever I want and relax as I wish. Life is so GREAT!!