Desserts, cookies and two small victories.
While at a workshop Friday night, I was encouraged to stay after for the "dessert reception." Rather than put myself in a room full of sugary temptation, I opted to leave. Good decision. Then Saturday, with the lunch that was served, there were platters of huge, chewy chocolate chip -and other - cookies. There was not a whole lot of thinking involved in turning down those cookies at the platter. The people at my table, even the person next to me, were munching on those cookies. They looked so good... chock-full of chocolate chips... soft and chewy... And admittedly, I was tempted to go trade my apple for one of those chewy, chocolaty delights. But-I am happy to report - I decided to enjoy my apple and appreciate what it was doing for me. Nutrition as God intended.
Girl Scout cookies came yesterday. I have to admit. The peanut butter patties were calling my name - and I answered. I don't know if it's possible, but within two hours of eating those...uh-hem... several cookies, I felt like I needed a nap. It is amazing to me how quickly I can see the effects of sugar! These kinds of reminders make it easier to say "no" to sugar the next time. That's one part of the lesson. The other part? Don't let the package of cookies be opened right under my nose, where the aroma of chocolate and peanut butter will tempt. Whenever possible, avoid the temptation!
Workin' out.
In the meantime, I completed two very good Wii Fit workouts this weekend. One on Friday for 72 minutes (got carried away with trying to beat my highest scores), and one Sunday morning for 58 minutes. I have been challenged to fit in my weekend workouts, so this is good. :-) Tonight, I believe, we will finally make it back to the Y. Can't wait!
Another positive sign.
I am trying to be patient this time. I am trying not to go crazy with the drive to drop pounds at break-neck speed. So, I'm also trying to watch for the little things. Those tiny reminders that I am on the right track. This week, it was wearing a blouse that I haven't worn for awhile. The blouse used to be tight. This week when I wore it, I noticed a definite difference in the fit. It was no longer tight. That's rewarding! That's how I'm trying to measure progress. These little signals that I'm "shaping up". Add to that, the fact that I just plain feel better, and I know....
I am on the path to... Victory!
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