Ash Wednesday - 266.4

Ash Wednesday begins the great Lenten fast in the Western Church. This year, it also begins my quest to lose 86.4 pounds and to improve my overall health and my approach to food. I have implemented a general modification of my diet, which will be supplemented during Lent by a program of prayer, fasting and almsgiving inspired by the practices of the ancient Church. I will update this site every day with my weight, with the particulars of my diet, exercise, and/or spiritual regimen, and with other random musings. I hope that doing so will render me accountable to a larger group of people and thus reduce my chances of failure. So if you're reading, let me know.