Sweeter Things

This past week, I have allowed way more sweets/treats/snacks than previously allowed.  Instead of listing those things in which I resisted (there were a lot!), here are the things I indulged in:

• 2 restaurant meals, one including french fries.
• about 4 pieces of strawberry shortcake
• a tiny sliver of Better Than Sex Cake
• a large peanut butter M&M cookie (from the cookie lady)
• Many uncontrollable handfuls of chocolate granola/nut mix

I think that is about the gist of the worst of it.  So come today, my Wednesday Weigh Day, I prepared myself for a big let down when I figured I would see my scale climb a few pounds.  In fact, my fears even followed me into my dream last night.  However, I knew it was coming, and had prepared myself with positive self talk of "I'll do better this week".

BUT, my scale did NOT climb!!  I stayed the same.  In part because between all that strawberry shortcake was a lot of veggies, fruit, and whole grains.  In part because I pushed myself to head out for hikes even on days I didn't wanna.  In part because I used that magical thing called "moderation".  The day I had my first piece of strawberry shortcake, I SO wanted a second piece, but I resisted, and had only the one piece.  The day of the Better than Sex cake, I wanted a whole ginormous piece, but took just enough for about 3 or 4 bites, and it satisfied me.  I was proud; I am proud. 

Finally, I get it.  Finally I realize that it really is all about moderation, healthy eating, and exercise.  I really CAN eat a treat every now and again without having to increase my jean size.  Its about balance and self control.  I think I finally got it!