Welcome back, B. You will find many of us still here...and I think the support of a community is one Technique that helps make eating low carb into a habit for the long haul. Sure that you remember Ken, re-read some of his posts about how he not only lost the weight, but what changes finally helped him Keep it off. Many helpful posts linked under his signature. http://forum.lowcarber.org/showthread.php?t=475679 The Success stories forum has other guys like Grav and Thud who can help you change your approach to food long term. You have a wife and three cute little darlings, good reasons to re-commit and re-find your health. All the best,