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Article: Dear Abby: Before her death, I promised my mother [Derived headline]
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- Burlington County Times
- Article date:
- June 3, 2008
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Dear Abby : Before her death, I promised my mother that I would not get fat like her. Now I'm finding it hard to keep that promise. Ever since we lost Mama, I have slowly gained a little each year. I have tried to lose, but all I do is look at food and I gain.
If this keeps up I'll become the size my mother was. Does that mean I failed her because I broke my promise? I feel so guilty. Please help me.
Just Like My Mamain Texas
Dear Like Mama : The answer is no, so stop feeling guilty. Guilt has nothing to do with it. It's common for people to gain weight after 30, and I can confirm from personal experience that it doesn't happen because anyone "looks" at food.
Weight gain is a form of ...