It's been almost a week, but still no sign of John and Amanda's stolen car. We fear it's gone for good. Sad.

I had no idea our church's money gift to Haiti would elicit the huge amount of media attention we received. You are the giving-est people I have ever known.

I received news today that Southern Baptist surveillance teams had arrived in Haiti. They will be plotting strategy for providing help in the near future for Haiti.

My weight has stabilized. I had gained eight pounds but have finally leveled off at five pounds up. Did I just use the words "gained" and "leveled off" in the same sentence? An oxymoron for sure.

Humor helps. The best thing about diets is, you can always start them tomorrow (trust me; I know). Did you ever notice that at class reunions you feel younger than everyone else looks (delusional)?

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