Hi all, a really late check-in for me after a busy birthday week and weekend in London. I jumped on the scales ready to atone for my sins and to my surprise, I've still managed to lose a couple of pounds! Not sure how as, although I didn't cheat with food, I drank copious amounts of G&slimlineT and prosecco. It must be all the walking we did, but I'm really pleased with any loss at all. I did lots of shopping and found I'm also getting into lots of size 16 tops and frocks. Bought 16s in Mint Velvet, French Connection, Next and River Island. I wouldn't say I'm a proper size 16 in all shops yet, but certainly not that far off.
I'm also feeling a bit slimmer, like there's been a sudden change in my shape. So hopefully the gym is starting to make a difference. I've jumped straight back in and done two yoga classes, a powerwalking class and two 4K runs with the dog since I've been back. I have another weekend away this weekend for a wedding, so a couple more dangerous days approaching. I'll do my best to stay on plan, at least with the food 
introvert your husband sounds like a good one, mini treats are a lovely idea. Well done on 4.5lbs off! That's a brilliant start.
bubba great news on your 3lbs off, you're on the right track now, well done!
fairfax wow, you're on it with a great 4lb loss, despite the hazelnut torte calling your name. I'm a masterchef addict too. Omg I sit drooling sometimes watching all that delicious food. That Paul Ainsworth American feast, I could have wolfed all 5 portions with the monkey bread dessert all to myself! Sigh.
malmsey happy belated birthday, we're only a couple of days apart. Love the 3.5lbs loss to get your 20lb challenge off to a flying start.
duchess I understand how you're feeling....sending you some positive vibes. At least you're still trying and haven't given up. This journey is so hard and tedious, we just have to keep going and we will get there. Good luck with your course, it may help you get your mojo back.
wild 6lbs in 9 days off is bloody marvellous, well done you! Nearly 4 stones off, bet you're looking fantastic.
penguin waves! Yes I remember you, welcome back and well done on your 6lbs off, a perfect boost to your new start.
nanny good thinking, I'd better start a new thread! I love that we've had nearly 1000 posts and we're still going. Well done on the loss after a difficult week.
orlanda we've missed you! I'm so sorry to hear you've been having such a tough time, thanks so much for letting us know how you're getting on. I love your new philosophy about being kind to your body. It makes a lot of sense to me. And indeed, Rome wasn't built in a day! One step at a time is best.
itmustbe lovely to have you along, welcome! I'm almost the same weight as you are now, so we can nudge each other along. A holiday is a brilliant goal, just think about the clothes you'd like to get into and it should keep you on track.
wobbly another 3.5lbs off, you are such an inspiration to the rest of us in this thread! Almost 70lbs off, you're amazing and I'm so pleased for you. Some of your family will not recognise you at your event. The only wobbling going on there will be the jelly! 
maison welcome to our little thread, great to have you join us! I'm also low carbing and eat my own weight in cauli most weeks!
fatgirl Firstly, I'm sure you're not ugly!!! I imagine your expectations have changed since you last wore those clothes. The clothes I wear when I'm fat are nowhere near the clothes I would choose if I had the figure. They probably don't suit you now you've lost weight and are just unflattering. I would pick out the best of them, then get on eBay to buy a few more flattering things cheaply and you will feel a lot better in time for your hols.
Stats on their way......