pixikat-- Thank you! I agree; it's always great to have family at the house, and this time was particularly fun. I'm sorry you had a rough week, but I'm sure that you're retaining water... keep your water intake up and I'm sure you'll whoosh back down in no time.
Madam-- Thanks! You are always so much fun to "be around" on the forum-- I love how upbeat you always seem to be. I have no doubt that you'll break through the wall and melt some butt-er in no time!
Brooklyn-- 
to the challenge!
niafabo-- Wow! That's crazy awesome for you. WTG
jennsic-- 
to the challenge! I am a new runner, and I recommend the Couch to 5k program from Cool Running. Google it and you won't be sorry. It's free, effective and rewarding, and it worked for me. Also, take it slow in the beginning. You don't want to get injured and be unable to exercise at all!
fireravensees-- WELCOME to the challenge!!
setsysan: A loss is a loss, and a loss during TOM is extra special. Great job!! Keep on trucking and I'm positive you'll reach your goal.