Walking the line in 2009...
Never in a million years did I think my crazy ass video that I sent in to DYAO casting back in November 2008 would land me a spot on the show. The funny thing is when you apply for a show like this, do a video and send it in...I felt like no one watched those things! Well I guess someone did! Knowing that I made the show and was going to be away from my family with no contact at all was a hard pill to swallow but at the same time I realized it was a once in a lifetime opportunity.

Week one of the show was the hardest for me. After about 3 days of the new routine, I finally made the choice to put everything aside and completely submerge myself in this new crazy exciting world! Just like most of my fellow contestants we all quickly formed a bond and this was my new family for now.

The Show Diet: Um....this was a far cry from what I was used to. Egg whites, lean meats, fruit, water, water, and more water. Where were my Oreos? My pizza? My comfort food? Well some of it was in the cheat cabinet but I could never bring myself to indulge. The new healthy food quickly
became my way of life and I was beginning to appreciate it and envision how I planned to modify my recipes from my "old life".