Happy Early Thanksgiving!
Well, it is soon to be the most dreaded and looked forward to day of the year. Thanksgiving is a challenging day for all of us. I always think I’m going to be able to handle it, but then when reality hits, my willpower vanishes. This year, I’m trying to be realistic. I know I’m going to have a slice of pie. I know I’m going to have that gravy on my turkey. What I also know is that I can eat some and enjoy myself without stuffing myself worse than the turkey!!
Some of my own personal plans to survive the holiday are as follows:
-One plate, no seconds.
-Keep portions reasonable.
-Fill up on the lower calorie stuff and take it easy on the rich foods.
-Higher the calorie count, the smaller the portion.
-Go for an after dinner walk. If it is yucky weather like it is calling for, I’ll go walk at Wal-mart.
-It never tastes better than the first bite, so enjoy the first one.. then STOP. I will be tasting everything the day has to offer, but that doesn’t mean I have to eat a portion of everything.
I think that a major part of weight loss is learning the control that I’ve so lacked all my life. I’m still learning, but at least I’m starting to understand the rules! 
Hope you all have a fantastic day. Enjoy your family and your meals. I’ll see you all next week!!
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Great list Beebee! I agree with you, it’s a challenging time for people like us but at the same time the best.
You have a plan set; I’m sure you will stick with it and have fun. And if you don’t, oh well.
I made a pact with Catrina to eat but watch my portion. Will do so.
Happy Thanksgiving!
You have a great game plan! I know you are gonna do great. I am looking at it as just another meal. We are eating at 2-3pm so I have lots of time to move after. I am looking forward to having it all done and the temptations over with.