Wow, I'm really getting fat.

You don't look fat.

Yes, but I am. I've gained 10 pounds in the last two months. Look at my stomach.

How much do you weigh?

I think about 170 pounds.

What kind of foods do you eat?

I usually have pasta for dinner. Sometimes I get take-out or fast food if I don't have enough time to cook.

I was reading a diet book the other day. It said that if you eat meat and nothing else, you'll lose weight quickly.

Wow, does that work?

I don't know, but someone told me they tried it and lost 20 pounds.

That sounds good, but I'm not sure how long I could do that.

I know, once you start eating vegetables and bread again you'll probably start gaining weight.

Well, I think I'm going to try it anyway. Who's the author?

I can't remember. It's not that popular anymore. When I get home I'll check and give you a call.