Actually, when I found this site I read through it all before even looking over the message boards. I also immediately went to my cupboards and started rearranging one side of it just for myself, removing and replacing foods I can't eat with things that are acceptable to my IBS. I also made an ongoing grocery list of all the foods I can have so that it's always there to remind me and encourage me to keep up a good eating regiment. My first 2 days I started the 'blan' diet with Cream of Rice (with a teaspoon of brown sugar and NO milk!) This was scary at first, not having milk, but surprisingly good. I've stayed clear of all the other foods so far and have had a lot less discomfort. Yes, I'll take 1 food at a time, as you suggested, a day or every 2 days to see if my system can accept it. Right now I don't know what foods are causing all the gas, cramping and the pain that comes with having a movement, but beans are definitely a no-no for me.
I intend on investing in Heather's books, probably will get the "Eating for IBS Diet & Cookbook" first so I can get to cooking the right foods for myself quickly. I'm really excited about the Recipe Exchange Board here, which I spent hours looking over last night (I'm Pacific Time, California) and it was around 3:30 AM before I stopped collecting some of the great recipes shared here. I look forward to overcoming my fear of being deprived and learn the routine and appreciation for new foods I never really bothered with before now.
Thank you for your helpful input, kshsmom 
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