Martha Stewart to do time now: "The homemaking expert and entrepreneur said the decision was a hard but necessary one for her to get on with her life and her business, and that she was anxious to get back to work as soon as she could. "

I honestly can't say I blame her for not wanting this hanging over her head. An appeal could last far longer than the 5 months of prison time and be unsuccessful, with the result that she goes to prison anyway. Better to do your time and pay for what you did and get on with the rest of your life.