Holiday Season

Anyone else out there as nervous and scared of the holiday season as much as I am? How should I deal with others comments? (Such as: Should you be eating that? Is that on your diet?) HELP!!!

Anastacia: Yes I am! I have begun to discuss this with my nutritionist and will have a plan in place to keep me on track. Good luck. Towanda

I'm not nervous yet, but I'm sure there will be challenges. Just keep repeating - I'm following all of my doctor's orders, thanks for being concerned. ;)

Tammy- Thank you for the tactful response that I can pass on to "concerned" family and friends. Anastacia

Towanda- It's so nice to know I'm not crazy to feel anxious about something that a year ago I would never have thought twice about. Anastacia

Hi Anastacia. You have a beautiful name!! I, being a smart-arse, will point at what they're eating (as long as it's unhealthy) and ask if they should be eating THAT. It sends a very strong signal without being too impolite. Well, maybe a little... You're doing great, enjoy the holidays, and don't be nervous. OK? Peace, -Deb

Deb- I love your come back. I have some sass in me, too. Unfortunately, from being overweight I wouldn't show it as much because I was always feeling that I needed to be nice or people won't like me. Tough tootsies! If they can speak their mind I have a right to do the same. Thanks for the inspiration! Anastacia