Tonight was VERY difficult for me. My brother graduated from the Culinary Institue of America in January. He is leaving tomorrow as he has taken a job in Florida. Well, he cooked this huge dinner. If anyone is familiar with the CIA, all they cook with is butter, heavy cream, you get the idea. This was the last dinner that my entire family would be having together. I ate some salad, some cauliflower, and my JC beef with lentil dinner. I thought that I was doing okay, and then all of a sudden, I just wanted to eat everything in sight! Did I happen to mention that I was full from my own dinner? Well, I tried to enjoy the conversation and ignore the wonderful smells, but it proved to be too much for me! I had to leave, not only the table, but the house as well. I just got back from driving around and listening to my Touchstones CD. I didn't slip up, but boy -was that hard! I was hoping that I would be immune to such things seeing as how I have only been doing JC for two weeks, and I am still very motivated. Tonight was too close for comfort though....

Well sounds like you did the right thing, you have way more self control than I do!

Congratultions for doing the right thing. I know it's hard when there is food in front of you and you want to eat it. I never thought of keep that CD in my car. This is the 4th time I have been on Jenny. The first time was in the late 80's and I lost 100 lbs. I know the program works. We just have to stick with it. Since you are a new member, it does get better.
Rosemary

Great Job avoiding the food. It must of been hard to have to leave the family though. Just know that it won't always be this hard and after you reach your goal you can try a little of your brothers amazing food.
Be real proud of yourself.

I think you did GREAT!!! You should be proud of yourself for getting away from the temptation. I know, I don't start JC till Thursday morning, BUT, I know you did it right. My younger sister is pregnant, so, we will be having a shower for her this summer, I don't think I will be at my goal yet, so, I have already decided I will take my JC food with me, maybe have some veggies, and I will run the "baby shower games" while everyone else is eating. I figure it will keep me BUSY!!! Gotta think ahead!
You crossed a BIG hurdle!
Vicki

Jw's you better be awfully proud of yourself. I know I'M proud of you!
I, too, keep 28 days and touchstones in my car and listen to at least one per day, usually the first morning drive of the day. It starts me off being focused on my eating/exercising habits that day.
Kudos to you!

Good job JW! How refreshing it must feel to be in control of your mind and body and resist the temptation that was all around you that night. I feel like getting out my pom-poms and cheering you on! It was nice of you to share this story with us so we can live by your example.

When I wrote my original post last night, I was quite upset. This morning, however, I woke up with such an amazing feeling. Rather than feeling guilty, I was absolutely elated that I did not lapse!! I am so proud of myself today. I CAN do this. It is going to be a great day. Happy Valentine's Day everyone!