Thanks for all the responses. I DO look at the scale simply as a utility for a metric in one single area. I can see/feel changes that the scale won't record. Just habit really.

I am familiar with Mark and Sisson. I refer to them frequently now and again.

I am not naive, but let's say I am bemused by my thinking that it would take the same amount of time to get to, as I say, the top of the mountain as it did 15 years ago, so any progress, scale or otherwise, is a win. Looking for them anywhere I can find them. I do have NSVs though and that's great while the scale decides to cooperate or not.

Hmmm - Just occurred to me, I haven't eaten since this time yesterday and just now thinking of...meat.

I wish there was a "LIKE" button for all your great encouragement.