The size 12 jeans are getting loose on me. I may not be seeing any progress on the scales, but my body is slowly getting smaller, and I have the measurements to prove it. I’ve lost 38.5″ in my bust, waist, abs, hips, thighs, knees, calves, ankles, and upper arms since beginning this process in August 1998. My first out-of-town visitor really noticed, saying, “You look SO good.” That felt good to hear, from someone I haven’t seen in three months.

I’ve been a little distracted from my diet and exercise, what with running the office and having company, but now that things are getting back on track (Maria’s back in the office and Ed’s headed back to Athens), I can focus on the whole reason I’m out here: acting. I’ve decided to join Shawna in showcasing. She and I have been singing together and we’re going to try and cut a demo when she returns from London with her band. Now we’re going to be scene partners in casting showcases. I’m beginning to feel my priorities shift back to where they should be: ME. I’ve done enough in the area of caretaking lately, and it’s time to get back to me.