…you have to end your fast. It’s that simple. Whether you’re fasting for 16 hours or 5 days, if your grandmother wants to make breakfast for you for whatever reason, you should oblige. No health benefits can outweigh the fullness of spirit you receive from a homemade breakfast from one who loves you indefinitely.

So I ended my 70 hour fast after hour 36. I didn’t fail, I chose love over my own egotistical desires. I hope I chose eggs and bacon next time, too.