Weight loss halted -- I suspect that the initial loss was the "water weight" drop many dieters experience. Am taking up frisbee golfing as a light exercise mechanism (and for fun). We'll see if that helps.

I am disappointed that I cannot stop smoking cold turkey; however, if I prove able to maintain reduced tobacco intake I'll stabilize at current levels until it no longer requires effort (i.e., until this is normal). Then I'll renew efforts to quit.