jeanne-- does stress eating sound familiar? just remind yourself that your over eating is not going to make your dh feel better! in fact, it will make you feel worse and guilty! you've caught it early, so get back on your program! 4 lbs isn't a lot, but it is a warning!! good for you, you caught it! now get rid of it. if you are not sloshing when you walk, you're not drinking enough water!!! you can do! you've done it before!! you go, girl!