sharonfriz's Journal, 02 November 2009

I can relate to that. My grandmother was like that too. They are brought up old school. Their way of showing their love for you is by feeding you. I used to love it when I was young and able to do it but when you are trying to lose weight it is hard. Next time try pocketing some of them to look like you ate them to make her happy and then throw them away. You are not going to change her so try and trick her. lol Don't feel bad today is another day and you will do better. Families can be rough some time. Belive me I know it! 

I'm sorry about yesterday. Thank goodness I can't relate to personally. I know when I go home my mom likes to cook my favorite things (which there are alot). Also have snacks/sweets out in the open which I love and try not to bring into my home. At least I can talk to her about it without disappointing her. She would also like to lose a few pounds. BUT on a happy note. Look at your chart. You are doing so well. Today's a new day. Do your best... it's impossible to make everyone happy. Maybe do something special for you. Have a good day. 

Well today's a new day! forget yesterday and MOVE on. mom's we just like to make our kids happy and sometimes we FORGET they are adults and not children. Your journals crack me up! I am totally inspired by the fact that you are at 149!!!!  

sorry about your mom...however i like the idea of putting it in your pocket...for later ;)...you are doing great - keep it up, because its working  

Well, I understand the pressures from family. My mom puts pressure on me, but in a slightly different way that's also difficult to deal with. She gets depressed if I look heavy. You'd think it would be pressure that would help me lose weight, but I can tell you that any interference is bad. My mom never helps me, as much as she wants me to lose weight, even though I know she's trying to help me. But you mentioned "healthy people." On that note, healthy people are also able to go over their calories a little for one evening and still get right back on track with their eating. So try not to let it get to you. Your weight chart looks so good. If you can get right back to dieting, I bet your chart will still slide down, even with the evening of candy and Chinese food.  

The day after I started this diet (Xmas eve 2 years ago) I went to see my mom. She surprised me with a pot full of homemade candy and cookies. UGGGH! Any other year I would have been thrilled. Hope your mom is doing okay now. I know you will put that behind you and get right back into your groove!