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by Frances Kuffel

Frances Kuffel is the author of Passing for Thin: Losing Half My Weight and Finding My Self. See full bio

June 2, 2009, Eating Disorders

Comments on "Euridice Ascending"

Euridice Ascending

By Frances Kuffel on June 2, 2009 in What Fat Women Want

Entombed in that air conditioned, quiet house with theoretical commitments rather than times in a day book, I need to remember that when people and things belong to someone, that someone is in charge. If belonging is mutual, then so is the power. I'll be there with as much say in the disposition of me as my parents have. Read More

For what it's worth, I'm

Submitted by Anonymous on June 2, 2009 - 11:17am.

For what it's worth, I'm pulling for you!! You've worked hard to get to a better place and should be proud of that. Don't let a week ruin what is a better, happier, healthier rest of your life!

I completely understand what you are about to face. I lost my father to cancer and the two weeks before his death may sister and I were on constant rotating shifts. I went back to smoking after 6 mos and although I got right back to it, I still kick myself for the slip!

Take time for you! And a journal may help. :)

what hope

Submitted by Laura N on June 3, 2009 - 10:48am.

Beautiful article. So much hope in this, even amidst the fear of what's in store back home. You're ready, though. It shows in your writing. Keep us posted.