Did you gain your weight due to stress or depression? It is hard to deal with that. I do recognize the need to stop this stress eating and eat a more healthful diet. I believe I am in for a long road ahead of me and need to nip this in the bud. We caretakers need to take care of ourselves. Thank you for your reply.

Definitely, but I don’t know how much because to get on the scale would be even more depressing. I tried the compound pharmacy injections, but had a wretched reaction so that isn’t an option. I have medically controlled chronic depression (it’s rampant in my Mother's side of the family). I am a stress eater. And, like most caregivers, it’s a real struggle to get to the gym and to take care of myself on a daily basis. I was trying to put weight back on my husband, who has Lewy Body Dementia, and he gained enough, but the dog and I went into overdrive.
I like the deflated basketball image. Thank all of you for encouragement and kindness.