Does preparing and planning actually work?

I would absolutely say, yes it sure does!

This weekend I headed up to Palm Springs to celebrate my youngest child's birthday!

I knew all the temptations would be staring at me the moment we arrived.

Come to find out, the Temptations were there the entire ride up.

Honestly, how many billboards can they put up to promote food?

(I’m just saying) J

The great thing is I packed my snacks along with microwaving my dinner before we headed out.

I will not say, I have come to master how to enjoy and have fun with the family without it being all about food.

 However, I can definitely say this weekend was a success.

It's about “progress not perfection”

It’s amazing how even the closest people that surround you become

“Diet Saboteurs” without realizing they are doing it.

I had to be strong and not let others persuade me. I wasn’t able to find the courage to say stop “but” I was able to listen to my inner voice!

(I won’t tell you what he was saying!J)

It sounds crazy, but I prepared and planed for each event in my head before it even happened.

We took my son to a pizza parlor with the family and friends. I brought my Jenny with me and asked the cook to warm it up and he did, believe it or not you just have to ask and you will receive.

Normally I would feel embarrassed and just give in.

This time; I was not going to allow myself to go down that path.

We had an amazing day at the poolside enjoyed the family and great conversation with friends, I allowed myself to incorporate a skinny margarita without feeling bad.

Just knowing that I planned this event along with what I was putting in my mouth felt good.

For once, I didn't feel like I was doing something bad.

It's amazing what will happen when you “prepare and plan” for real life events.

I'm feeling good about my progress this week.

~ Much more to come ~ V