[Greeneggs&ham]

Your post shows you have a good sense of humor which will be good to have as you begin your journey on Atkins. I've learned that being able to laugh at my foibles and turn to this board for support have been a great help. I doubt I would have stuck to this WOE for this long (3 months seems like forever in "diet" land!) without these forums.

I was once a sugar junkie too, and still think about sugar since the rest of the family continues to enjoy sugary treats, but I truly don't *crave* those items like I used to. I credit removing ALL sweet treats (including diet drinks and other artificially sweetened items) from my eating plan. Although I will now (3 months since beginning) have an occasional diet soda, I believe sticking to water and refraining from anything sweet, naturally or otherwise, has been a major factor in my not worrying about where to get my next "glucose hit."

I think you can be successful on this WOE. It sounds like you have your family's support and now you have the support of a large "extended family" here at ADBB. If you can find the necessary will power to get through the first few days, the rest of the trip should be fairly smooth sailing. Best of luck as you begin your journey, and keep in touch!