Today begins the 2 day feeding frenzy! (well, hopefully not…) We are off to my mom’s tonight for dinner including sweet potato pie and the chocolate fountain. Tomorrow morning we will have breakfast casserole at the in-laws, then leftovers and more treats throughout the day. The scale still says 173-174 which is my lowest and I’ve been maintaining it for a few weeks. My goal is to make it through Christmas and stay in that range. I’m going to enjoy myself and have some of all my favorites, but with the new habits I’m in I’ll be drinking lots of water instead of egg nog and sodas, and have one satisfying portion of everything I look forward to once a year instead of 2nds and 3rds.

I am very thankful for my life at this time of year especially when I know there are so many who are struggling emotionally or financially. I am looking forward to the treats and the great meal and the gift exchanges, but more importantly, I look forward to time off to spend with my husband and visiting family and Friends. I am very grateful for my Savior and for my family at this time of year. Merry Christmas everyone!