So it's Day 12 and I'm happy to report that I won't be complaining today for a change. Thanks for all the encouragement from people on here. I didn't blog yesterday cause I was still a bit unsure whether I would stick at it but I did and I'm now 6lbs down so that's another pound. It's slow but I will take it at this stage.

I've promised myself if I lose another pound by Day 14 then I will do another week of induction. Only problem is I am having guests one night next week and will have to cook for them. I reckon I might just end up cooking steak and hope that it's not so noticeable that I'm not eating my usual feed of potatoes. I might even have a gin and tonic (slimline!) if I have managed to go another pound by then.

Heading home to the parents for the weekend. It won't be easy as they are not a fan of these 'faddy diets' - mind you my Dad is quick to criticize my weight so he will be told where to go. My Dad's version of diplomacy is to tell me how well I'm looking with an expression on his face that says 'wow who has been eating all the pies?'. The saving grace is that the family is all about meat so if i eat enough of it I should be left alone.

One thing I'm noticing is that my skin is even drier than usual. I don't know if it's the diet or just the crappy weather. I am putting the central heating on a lot so it might just be that. Will have to take more care of it. Anyhow have a good weekend if you are reading this and I look forward to reading your blogs on Monday. B.