((((((((((((Kat)))))))))))))))))

I feel for ya, hun.

I think one of the most important lessons to learn in life is how to value yourself. That means that it simply doesn't matter what others say, or think. She can't hurt you unless you let her (think about it!).

In Israel we call that developing "elephant skin" - that other person's petty little barbs will simply roll off it, and not penetrate.

My sister has a great motto: Charm them and disarm them.

I would not recommend getting into a war of words, or exchanging barbs with this person. Even if you are more pointed, and more clever, she'll know she's getting to you.

Try this: next time she says "I see you're eating again", smile sweetly at her, and say "How kind of you to notice!", or something like that.

Otherwise ignore her. She isn't worth all the attention you are giving her (and the rest of us, by extention). But YOU ARE.