I was going to start this post by saying “I survived” this first week but it really doesn’t feel like a survival week. If I was on Survivor and had to live off of a cup of rice a day – that would be survival. No I had my rough times but I didn’t survive if anything I learned a lot this week.

One of the best strategies I learned this week was when you are at a function and people are eating around you. Focus on what they are saying not what they are eating and then you won’t think of the food. I took this advice to heart as I visited and watched people eat my FAVORITE appetizer – the glorious spinach dip. It is my biggest nemesis. The creamy texture mixed with the crunch of the cracker is so satisfying. My mouth waters even as I write this….. Glad there’s none in the house.

In the past I would have eaten half the bowl (and enjoyed every bite) but instead I listened and strategically stayed away and I got through. Before I knew it the bowl was empty and I hadn’t had any. I celebrated that minor accomplishment. You could call it will power but I just call it “wait it out until it’s all gone then you can’t have any so you don’t have to worry anymore.”

Anyway, I had a good week. My tools are working well. I feel good. The stairs at work are getting easier everyday. I know I can outlast the spinach dip and in the end I really enjoyed sitting and just listening.