I love seeing everyone's awesome success but it also makes me sad because I am not losing as fast. I'm getting my protein and liquids and some exercise (I'm still on lifting restrictions). *sigh*

That is a really good quote by ol' Teddy. I'm sorry you feel this way. I think people tend to be vocal about their successes and not so much the less glamorous periods where they plateau or lose slowly. My doctor told me fast, drastic losses are the exception rather than the rule. Big losses are proven to happen though, and it will for you too, just more slowly. It's so easy (and this happens to me too) to get wrapped up in fear and comparisons and we forget to trust this scientifically proven process. Stick to the diet, keep exercising like you are doing, and most of all celebrate every time you see you are losing weight and love - LOVE - love yourself for the courage you have to make this change and fight for your life every day. You are doing great, and we are all with you in the struggle. Slow and steady can win the race, too : )