Barb, I was diagnosed with diabetes 10 years ago...alondg with high cholesterol and a fatty liver. I lost 38lbs. in five months through changing my diet and exercise. It can be done and it wasn't as hard as I imagined it would be. You can do it too! As for the C word, hang in there and keep your positive attitude. You're a strong lady! And BA, who the hell is Marianne? I've lost track!