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Boomer, I watched the pilot for Hot in Cleveland, and settled in for the next show (the TV guide had 2 episodes back to back), but the next show was the same as the first show, and this week was the same! Did they only make one episode? Have you seen another?

Bare, thanks for the pickle tip. I'll definitely give it a try. Btw, don't underestimate the benefits of fiber. I can hear you all saying, "Ewwww," but it works. When Mr. Judy is gone for a few weeks I'll make a big pot of chili, and that will be my main meal every day until it's gone. Then I'll make a big pot of bean soup for the next week. . . (You can understand why I only do this when I'm alone). I have fresh fruit or steamed veggies (all you can eat) for the other meals. My tv-watching snack food is popcorn. By the time Mr. J flies back to Florida I've easily lost 5 pounds, sometimes more. You can eat all you want, but be sure to open the windows.