Yay for the loss! I know how hard it is to stay away from the scale. But if we can learn to take the daily fluctuations with a grain of salt and not let them upset us, I don't see the harm. I just try to stay away when I feel myself getting emotional about the gains to help keep me from spiralling out of control! I remember the pictures you posted of your birdhouses before - BEAUTIFUL! It's wonderful to have a creative outlet and you've definitely got a talent there : ) There never are enough hours in the day no matter how we slice it. Just remember to take some time for yourself each day. Even if it's only 10 minutes!