I forgot about the five-bite rule today - and it's only March 2nd!! Man, I'm not off to a good start...of course, my excuse was a birthday party, carrot cake and the BEST cream cheese icing ever - I was beside myself! In fact, I didn't even remember about the rule until just now. This was after I said I didn't do this stuff during the week! Just goes to show you that you can make all the plans in the world, and be sincere in your efforts, and they both can evaporate in seconds. But it would be silly to think I totally screwed up - I mean, between yesterday and today I've had six meals, which means I was making the right choices 80% of the time. There has to be room in every week to have a few of your favorite things; if you deprive yourself too much you just end up thinking about what you're eating (or not eating!), which usually leads to overeating. It's just a matter of finding the right balance, picking the opportunities that are the most important to you, and then be willing to forego the stuff you don't care that much about - or even, making a Tuesday a Friday (oh, don't we wish!). Hope you're having a good week - Melissa
