My heart has shrunk since my ex tricked me like he did. I take each relationship very seriously. I do not give any guy a chance to be a little imperfect. I also guess a lot. This week, I felt that Jon was mysterious, and at one point, I wondered if he had read my article! But he is preoccupied with learning so many lines for the play he will be in and memorizing songs to sing. I can't imagine it because I would probably not take that on. He just called to make sure I remembered he was taking me out for my birthday on Friday and could he take me to dinner before we attended a local Holiday production? I said of course, and he said when he'd pick me up. I didn't ask where he was taking me or anything else. I love it when a man makes the plan. Is he so wrong? Have I been too hard on him? I'm still trying to shape up and have lost zero weight. I know you said protein, but I seem to love carbs too much! I need discipline. And I need to stop focusing on a long-term partner. Just take each day as it comes and be thankful. I appreciate your outlook. I have always admired you.