I’ve put on 7.5 pounds in the last three weeks, and eight pounds total since my last tonnage report. If it’s possible to be more unmotivated and flabby, I’m not sure how. Let’s put it this way — don’t get between me and See’s Toffee-ettes; you could be crushed.

This year I’ve managed to lose … NOTHING! I’m sort of like the stock market. Up and down, up and down, and finally, just ever so slightly down. It’s been a rough year. My dad died. My business went through a tough patch. My in-laws came to visit (and stayed…and stayed!). All of that comprises some great big fat excuses. Through it all, though, I’d still rather be thinner. I’m just not getting there.

So here’s my resolution. I am going to resume regular posting. I’m going to post more recipes that comply with Weight Watchers. And I’m even going to go back to Weight Watchers (I think I can stomach it).

Why all the renewed commitment? Because now I feel like the worst is over, and my time is my own. Meaning I can work out if I want to. Meaning I don’t have to spend weeks at a time caring for others. Now I feel that I can devote a little time to me. Because no one else will. So I better start now if I want to get anywhere.