Glad you're back -sorry you've had so many problems with e-bay. There are protections for buyers and fraud reports, so I think you can get your money back, but all that paperwork is a hassle.
I'm glad you got a scale anyhow and congrats on another 8 lbs!!! Way to go!!!! I'm sorry you don't have a support base to help you, but we're here for you! I know I've been helped so much just by coming and reading this site regularly and hearing about everyone else's experience in dealing with the same things I've been going through.
Good luck on your journey and keep us updated, you hear?
Cheers!