I'm so happy! I'm thrilled to be dieting again. Today is Day Four. It's going so well! I'm back with my protein drink and limiting cola. I allow two a day, down from about five pre-diet, and today i only had one! I read about people taking preventative Imodium and i've tried that today and it seems to be working. Here's to a great future!

Has anyone caught the story about Chrissy Metz, the extremely-plus-size actress on "This is Us"? She got the cover of People magazine. It's encouraging to see the mainstream media embracing size acceptance. I'm keen on getting down to a healthy weight but it's nice to have this supportive story so i don't hate myself for being fat while i'm going thru the process.

Tara, congrats on resisting the fast food and opting for a salad. Everytime we resist temptation it gets easier to do the next time.