In two decades I've lost a total of 789 pounds. I should be hanging from a charm bracelet. Author: Erma Bombeck Copy Quote More from Erma Bombeck “In all honesty, men changed a few rules when they became what was referred to a…” “I am not a glutton - I am an explorer of food” “I don't think women outlive men, Doctor. It only seems longer.” “Of the little less than a million eligibles roaming around, 5 percent don't kno…”