Day 20, going strong now

It's day 20 and I couldn't be happier. I spent the day at a party yesterday for my most supportive friend, and she told me in advance that there would be no foods I needed to worry about. And what a difference it makes! I could eat anything and not worry about feeling deprived. If only everyone else I knew shared her healthy eating values! I then went to an awesome museum with my husband, after which we got Starbucks. He had a mocha chip frappucino and biscotti while I had unsweetened iced tea and a 100% fruit bar. I honestly didn't feel I was missing out, either. His drink seemed heavy and overly sweet, while mine was refreshing and light. Then we went to dinner with my friend who just got engaged yesterday and we got an appetizer and meal. No one got dessert. 

When the environment makes it easy for you, it's much easier to not feel deprived. Although life won't always be in our favor during this change, it's awesome when it is and it's an opportunity to step back and appreciate that we're doing the right thing. Maybe we can even be a positive example to inspire others to improve their health!