I'm at the 'one step back' part of the two steps forward progression scale of banding. It happens, and from what so many of you tell me, it's not unusual as I wait to get to a good restriction. In the meantime, I'm trying to minimize the damage and talk myself down from the frustration and disappointment of not melting fast enough. Battling hunger and cravings all day long is mentally exhausting. Blech.
I've been worst at night lately, snacking and eating things that aren't doing much for me. Last night actually wasn't bad, probably because I went to a talk about raising boys, how they learn differently than girls, etc. I was out and busy for most of the evening. When I got home I had the munchies but I satisfied the urge with a slice of turkey and a slice of American cheese.
However. This Sunday will present a teeeeeny challenge for me and, I suspect, for many of us.
I'm not into football, but people go to Super Bowl parties the way agnostics flock to church on Easter Sunday. And I'll be joining the crowd. I'm bringing a delicious hot crab dip (with cream cheese, cheddar cheese and sour cream), Rice Krispie treats and brownies. The hostess is making wings and there will be a million people, all of whom will bring something or other.
Strategies: Try to load up on bulky raw vegetables before eating anything else. No drinking while eating and no caloric beverages (there won't be any wine or beer; one of the hosts is in AA).
What are your plans for the Super Bowl? Are you just going to eat what you want for that one day, or are you sticking with the rules of the band?
