Dear Fans,

I am going to start writing this column now as often as possible.
The reason is so I can talk directly to you, my fans, who have
stuck by me & who continue to support me. Also, I’m not going to
be as busy as my Mom. She’s running behind my sister like crazy!
I am also going to take some time off to enjoy life. I’ve
actually learned to say “NO!” With this newly found freedom,
its like people don’t know how to act around me. Should we talk
to her like we did when she was 16 or like the Icon everyone says
she is? My prerogative right now is to just chill & let all of
the other overexposed blondes on the cover of Us Weekly be your
entertainment… GOOD LUCK GIRLS!! I’m sorry that my life seemed
like it was all over the place the past 2 years, it’s probably
because IT WAS! I understand now what they mean when they talk
about child stars. Going & going & going is all I’ve ever know
since I was 15 years old. It’s amazing what advisors will push
you to do, even if it means taking a naive young blonde girl &
putting her on the cover of every magazine.

I know now that my knee gave out on me this past summer so that I
would have no choice but to stop. My body was shutting down and
needed rest. It’s funny how the Man upstairs works. Right now, I
have to go– I really want to watch “Saved” with Mandy Moore
and re-runs of Sex and the City. I want to enjoy all of the
simple things that I missed over the past few years due to
working way too much.

Being married is GREAT and I can’t wait to start my family!
There is so much change going on right now… not only with me,
but in the world, as well. So, the next time you see my face,
hear one of my songs or even if I’m the topic of your next
conversation, please remember that times are changing & so am I.

Love always,
Britney

PS I look forward to writing you all again soon. Kevin and I are
finally able to take our Honeymoon!!