Well, it was her idea, she did what all terminally fat people do and hubby didn't the message that he was supposed to do the same.  He actually took it seriously.  His existence in her life is now a constant reminder that anything she says about her weight that isn't "It's my own fault I'm fat and I do not wish to change because I am lazy and selfish." is complete and utter bullshit. Edit:  And as we all know, those semi-mobile conglomerations of Crisco, cheese and other assorted consumables can't face reality.