This thread could also be entitled "The dangers of avoiding the scale". Usually when you are avoiding it, it's because on some level you know you are not going to like what you see. I know I do this too, after vacation, for example, until I dare step back on. I suspect many Americans avoid the scale for years -- why else would people be shocked when they discover they've gained 30, 40, 50+ lbs.

Be glad you only gained 10 lbs! And good luck in taking it off.