Little Victories

Day by day. One day at a time. That is the only way to do this. I am completing my 3rd day on the program and I feel good! If I look at the big picture, it can seem overwhelming and 3 days seems like nothin'! But this time, I will take it little by little and celebrate my successes one moment at a time.

Today was (still is, I suppose) Easter and it was a day I was dreading. Not from a "my Jesus has risen and I am forgiven- HALLELUJAH!" aspect, but because of the yummy treats that would, no doubt, be tempting me. It is a day typically spent with the whole family at mom and dad's. That means lots of GREAT food. I was anticipating the temptations and dreading the "deprived-you can't have that" feeling. But here I sit after 8pm and I feel victorious! I feel as if I was able to use my knowledge of portion control, eat the delicious food, but not over-do it. I skipped the homemade rolls and the pie for dessert. I didn't eat one piece of easter candy and even resisted the yummy cupcakes that I baked! And it wasn't so bad! I felt satisfied and content in the knowledge that I am making choices to return to a healthy me! I am excited. I am encouraged. I can do this. :)