It sounds like you and your therapist really need to discuss why she doesn't want to write the letter, and you should certainly tell her about the anxiety it's caused.

This.

Vw, after keeping weight off for 3 years, my life got a lot more stressful in June of 2004 and I have now gained back 3/4 of the weight I kept off. I suffer from depression, I see a therapist and I’ve gained weight so I can empathize with you on those counts. I feel horrible about how I look right now. BUT certified massage therapists are professionals. They see people of all weights, ages, races and sizes. They’re not going to be paying attention to the weight gain that you are feeling so bad about. You’re just a person in need of therapeutic massage to them. Don’t deny yourself the massage. As someone pointed out, now’s when you most need it. Take Robin up on her offer to make a girls’ day of it.

I’m sorry things have been so rough. Breathe.

Breathe.

This made me laugh. I know that was not your intent. But, my allergies are acting up SO BADLY today, and I'm really stuffed up. So, breathing, not so much today :).

Thanks, everyone. And, Robin, I totally think we should just go make those appointments. I put it on my list for tomorrow.

Heh!

I will, vw!

You know, I need to schedule a massage. vw, you might not have achieved the right soup, but you're inspiring Bitches to pamper themselves. Also important!

They see people of all weights, ages, races and sizes.

Yeah, not to put too fine a point on it, no matter what shape you're in, they've a) seen worse, and b) seen so many that it probably doesn't even register. At least that's what I tell myself.

That's what I was trying to say. Sorry if I was unclear.

Oh, no, I was just agreeing.

Okie doke!

The BF gave me a gift certificate for a massage, manicure & pedicure for Christmas. I need to make the appointment and go.