My computer was broken, so I couldn’t read your two e-mails until today. I’m so sorry to hear about your problem,     1     but I’m glad you’re feeling better and are recovering.

You’re right.     2     We shouldn’t be embarrassed about our weight. I think you look great as you are, and you are a wonderful person. I know that the pressure to stay slim is a problem, especially for an actress. However, your mother knows best:     3     没有什么比健康更重要。

It’s the same in China —    4     many people are always going on a diet or taking weight-loss pills, which are often dangerous.     5     我希望他们能从你的故事中吸取教训。

Love,

Zhou Ling