*Elyse has added a photo to the pool:

Self portrait.
I suppose I'll tell you guys what's been going on with me during my absence;
I'm still in school. I still date Jake and we've been together almost three years now. I chopped twelve inches (!) of my hair off about three weeks ago- I don't miss it. Job opportunities sucks here. I love life even more than I ever have and I don't take advantage of anything anymore. I gave myself another chance to become who I want to be. I'm not so hard on myself anymore which was a huge issue to overcome. I've gained more confidence. It feels good to accomplish things so I like to stay productive.
By the way, this is Twix. She keeps showing up at my house and it's hard not to take pictures of her. She's so photogenic.
:)