I’m very excited about the upcoming version of the weight loss competition show. it’s called “The Biggest Loser: Pairs.” In this newest installment of the hit series, couples work together to lose weight. I’m excited because I want to see what that is like. Eileen and I are not currently working together and I could use some pointers.

Or maybe we just need to develop a series in which couples work together. One is charged with losing weight while the other keeps pace in the other direction - gaining weight.

My partner has been on a remarkable journey over these last six months. She’s taking great care of herself and has lost nearly a great deal of work. I am so proud of her. I am also determined to do my share to see her succeed. So as she began her journey, I made two choices:

1) I chose not to go on a diet myself. I’ve done this before as a show of “support”. I always run 5 -15 pounds heavier than I would like and I have been known to jump on the Weight Watchers bandwagon. I’ve done this quite a number of times before. I approach the project with my typical zeal and discipline. And in every one of those situations, I have been more successful than Eileen. She hates that.

2) I chose to run interference. What this means is that I work to stand between her and ‘red light foods’ or foods with high point value. How do I do this? I eat them. Eileen made this delicious chocolate cake for Christmas dinner and I just didn’t want it to sit there as a temptation. So I’d have an extra slice, working selflessly to ensure that Eileen stayed on track. This may not have explained the big scoop of vanilla ice cream I put on top.

What does this say about me? It’s nutty right? Especially item (2) above. I think it may make me the biggest loser in my house.

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