It has been a long time since I've posted.  I'm rejoining this practice to help me with accountability in my new pursuit.  As I near 60 I realize that enjoying the rest of my life will be enhanced if I make a huge push to improve my health.  While I'm generally healthy by US standards--no meds, health markers like blood pressure and cholesterol levels well within acceptable parameters--my weight continues to be an issue.  Despite a vegan diet I manage to engage in self destructive behaviors--drinking and overeating--that keep my weight above a healthy BMI.  So I am committing to work towards a healthy BMI by my 60th birthday.