Well, life had been happening right along, but the biggest jump came during a month-long vacation to California and Hawaii. Eating out with family got me quickly out of the Zone. The weight started back slowly. But like with all professional dieters, I thought, No problem, I can just get back into the Zone anytime I want.

By now I was an expert at this program: I could adjust and give it my own little twists. You know what happens here....