This is it.

Thanks for participating in this project, and best of luck with your healthy endeavors.

Violet and Patty

P.S. For any questions or comments about this Web site, you may email Patty at paocely at AOL dot com.

[65.] What keeps you going, even after you fall off the wagon, hit a wall, overeat on your program, get stuck at a plateau, etc.?

[64.] When reading your favorite weight loss journals/blogs:

1. Name one thing that you like the most about them.

2. Name one thing that you don't like about them.

3. Name one thing that you would like to see in them.

[63.] How well do you stick to your program on weekends? What are your tips or strategies for staying on program during unstructured days?

[62.] Weight loss can be a bizarre experience sometimes. What's the craziest excuse you've made for getting "off the wagon"? What's the most outrageous comment you've received about your weight loss? What's the goofiest diet tip you've received? What's the wierdest weigh-in ritual you've heard about or done?

[61.] Is your weight keeping you from reaching your goals in life? Do you think you're putting your life on hold because you want to lose weight first?

[60.] Low carbing is huge news in the media these days. What are the pros and cons of low carbing?

[59.] What do you think about while you exercise?

[58.] Do you often go to the store with the best intentions not to buy junk food, but when you get to the car, your bags are full them? Do you stick to a list? Do you go hungry? Do you avoid the "impulse" aisles? Do you have a secret to staying on course with your weekly shopping trip?

[57.] Some people are doing New Year's resolutions and others are setting up goals. What is the difference between a resolution and a goal? As January 1st came around this year, what were your thoughts and feelings about your weight loss journey? Were you successful with your resolutions/goals from last year? Will you be using the same resolutions/goals from last year or will you be doing something different this year? What are they?

[56.] In 2003, what was the best thing about your weight loss program? In 2003, what was the worst thing about your weight loss program?

[55.] Where do you think you would be right now had you been a healthy weight your entire life? The same place, in the same relationships, with the same life experiences? Or in a completely different life? Will losing weight change your life situation?

[54.] Do you ever find yourself judging someone else who is overweight? Are you ever distracted by or condescending towards someone who is 100+ pounds overweight. How do you feel when you see a morbidly obese person at a buffet or restaurant?

[53.] People say that losing weight too quickly can be damaging for your health and your longterm success, why? There are many merits to a slow and steady weight-loss, what are the biggest ones for you?

[52.] Have you ever been discriminated against because of your weight? What opportunities have you missed out on because of your size?

[51.] How do you measure success? Has your idea of success changed since you made the decision to become healthier?

[50.] Are your new-found healthy eating habits affecting your food budget plan? Is that good or bad? Which is cheaper, processed foods or whole-form foods? Do you find that you're spending more or less money on food since starting your weight-loss journey?

[49.] Write a childhood memory journal entry about an incident related to your weight or your body shape.

[48.] Describe your eating habits at mealtime. Do you think you need to change them in order to lose weight and get healthy? Where do you usually eat? Health experts are telling us not to eat in front of TV. Why?

[47.] What makes you feel good about yourself and what makes you feel proud? What kinds of situations make you feel comfortable?

[46.] What is your ideal goal weight? How many pounds do you need to lose in order to reach your goal weight? Do you think your goal weight is realistic enough for your age and your body frame? Why?

[45.] Exercise, and diet "buddies" can be really helpful, but too much dependence can also sabotage your routine. How have friends hindered your weight loss success in the past, and what do you do to overcome those obstacles?

[44.] Are you a stress eater? What constitutes it? Since starting your weight loss journey, have you learned to deal with stress in a nonfood way? If so, how?

[43.] Do you plan to have/would you consider having plastic/cosmetic surgery once you arrive at your weight goal?

[42.] Diet blogs are in the news. Three questions come to mind. Why are there such a proliferation of diet blogs on the Internet? Why do a large percentage of diet blogs disappear into cyberspace and never to return ever again? Why do we rarely see one achieve her or his goal weight while in *active blogging status*?

[41.] How often do you weigh? Does the number on the scale matter? Why or why not? Do you have any other methods of measuring your weight loss?

[40.] List 3 likes and 3 dislikes about losing weight.

[39.] Do you eat breakfast? What do you usually have for breakfast? People are always saying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Is it vital to your weight loss program? Why or why not?

[38.] Kraft, one of the largest food industries in the nation, announced this month that it's reducing amounts of unhealthy fats and oils in their food products. Do you think it will really make any difference in our battle against obesity? Why or why not?

[37.] Do you have kids? Write an entry about how being a mother or father affect your weight loss program, both positively and negatively.

[36.] Are you logging in all your food in a diary? Do you enjoy jotting down every bite you eat or are you having trouble being consistent? Do you think keeping a food diary is the key to successful weight loss? Why or why not?

[35.] What kind of clothes do you normally wear every day? What is your favorite piece of clothing? What piece of clothing do you avoid the most? Why? Do your weight issues influence the way you shop? Are you a clotheshorse, or do you only shop when you need a clothing item?

[34.] The issue of obesity is back in the headlines yet again. This time it's "fat tax". What are your thoughts?

[33.] Most of you have "Favorite Links" on your journal/weblog. Name one journaler/blogger off your list that you would most like to meet/visit in person. Why? How long have you read her or him?

[32.] As you think about or approach your weight goal, what is your biggest fear? Do you have other concerns? Elaborate.

[31.] Now that summer has started (at least in some areas), what are your thoughts and feelings about wearing a bathing suit? Have you purchased it yet? If so, what does it look like? Where did you buy it? How did you feel when you bought it? Do you have a pool where you live and do you plan to use it regularly?

[30.] Are fresh vegetables and fruits on your food plan? How many servings do you consume every day? Do you think you're eating enough? We know how vital vegetables and fruits are to our weight loss program, yet we have a hard time getting in all our recommended amounts in. Why? Were they part of your diet as a kid? Any tip or trick on getting all our vegetables and fruits in?

[29.] What was the latest weight loss- or fitness-related book you've read? Do a book review. Did you like it? Why or why not? List a few favorite such books.

[28.] What comments have you gotten from romantic partners/spouses about your body size? How did you respond? And how did their attitude affect your relationship?

[27.] What role did your mother have in your feelings about yourself and your shape? Grandmother? Aunt? What were the older women like as role models for you as a child? What older women are role models for you now?

[26.] What are your hobbies? Are they activity- or passivity-based? What were your hobbies as a kid?

[25.] Have you ever experienced discrimination for being the size you are? Describe what happened.

[24.] The size of an airplane seat is always an issue with overweight passengers. Write about your recent airplane ride. Was it a positive or negative experience?

[23.] Childhood obesity is on the rise. Why?

[22.] Academy Awards is this coming Sunday. What are your thoughts and feelings about Hollywood's standards on what an actress should look like? Are they still strict on the old standards, or are they finally letting plus-size actresses into movies? Name a favorite plus-size actress and tell why you like her. Do you think the standards are different for male overweight actors?

[21.] You have a lot to be grateful for as you lose weight, become active and feel good about yourself. Write a gratitude journal entry.

[20.] Do you eat out? How often? Are you able to select healthy choices or are you easily overwhelmed or intimidated by the food menu? What are your strategies for staying OP if you're having a meal outside your usual parameters (at home, at work)?

[19.] Did you take any PE (physical education) class when you were in school? Did you enjoy it? Were you athletically inclined? Have you ever participated in a team sport? In an individual sport? What sports have you tried, and what sport would you like to try/learn? Do you enjoy/are you easily inspired from watching sports?

[18.] What are your food triggers? How/why do they trigger your cravings? What do you do with them when you're on a weight loss program...do you modify their recipes or eliminate them from your food plan altogether?

[17.] People are encouraged to drink at least 8 glasses of water every day for optimum health. For people who are on weight loss programs, especially those who prefer to drink soda or coffee, incorporating water intake can be difficult or painful during the transition to a healthy lifestyle. How do you get all eight glasses into you? Share a favorite tip or trick. Since starting drinking water regularly, have you noticed any significant changes in your body or mood?

[16.] List your three favorite kitchen appliances/tools/gadgets. Why are they vital/critical to your weight loss program?

[15.] Do you suffer from poor body image, low self-esteem or depression due to your weight? What are you doing to heal yourself? How do you maintain a positive outlook or attitude?

[14.] When was your last shopping trip for a clothing item? What was it? Was the shopping trip a positive or negative experience? Describe in details your thoughts and feelings as you purchased this item.

[13.] How is your knowledge in nutrition? What consists of a balanced and healthy meal? Do you think you're eating well? How many calories are you eating every day? Have you discovered any specific void in your nutrition that was causing your weight gain and what are you doing to correct it? (Many thanks to Carol in TX for sending this prompt.)

[12.] Were you able to protect your weight loss with strategies you set up for eating during the holiday season? Healthwise, what were your accomplishments and your disappointments in 2002? What are your goals and plans for 2003?

[11.] Write about your epiphany. What was your "aha!" moment? What prompted you to begin your weight loss journey?

[10.] Among many online weight loss journalers, rewarding themselves for meeting goals is a big part of their weight loss journey. Does planning a reward really work for you? Is it for your short-term or long-term goal? What are the rewards you usually give yourself? Is it a good idea to reward yourself with food? Why or why not? What's your ultimate reward for when you meet your goal weight?

[9.] With the holiday season (Halloween to New Year's Day) fast approaching, what are your plans and strategies for protecting your weight loss program and preventing slips and pitfalls? Do you have any favorite holiday tips?

[8.] How many sizes of clothes do you have in your closet and drawers? How do your "thin clothes" make you feel? Why do you keep your "fat clothes?" What would happen if you gave away every single piece of clothing that didn't fit you? Are you willing to do it?

[7.] Now that you're on a weight loss program, what's it like being with your loved ones? With your co-workers? Are you getting any support from them or are they giving you a hard time? Do you find losing weight easier if you have the support of others or do you prefer to keep your weight loss efforts private?

[6.] Name 10 good things about yourself.

[4.] Is exercise part of your weight loss program? If so, what exercises do you do? Do you exercise at home or at a health club? How often and how long? How do you feel after a workout? Do you love it or hate it? Are you at peace with your exercise program? Are you also at peace with knowing that you have to exercise for the rest of your life?

[2.] What was your childhood like? Were you thin or obese? Did obesity run in your family? How were you treated by your family, your friends, your classmates? What were your feelings and thoughts as you dealed with obesity as a child?

[1.] List 10 reasons why you want to lose weight. Which one is the most compelling and why?