Have any of you?

Have any of you run into this problem--For the first time in my life I went to peoples house that I did not know for a after wedding party. There were about 50 people there singing and having a good time. They were eating things that I can't have. I was afraid that if I tried them I would get sick and that wouldn't be good. The hosts kept insisting that they could go to the store and buy me what I needed to eat. After about the 20th time of asking I think they finally got the message. I had my water with my protein in it and that was enough. They were all great people. And we had a great time. We didn't get home until around 1am this morning! I wasn't even worried (for the first time in my life) about being the biggest one there. I was the biggest but it just didn't matter any more. I was doing something about it and they all said that was great. But why does everyone think you have to eat to have fun? Just curious. Hugs, Debra =^..^=

Hi Debra That is so true! People do revolve around eating when socializing. I have ran into that numerous times especially @ work. I have a really great staff that I enjoy & any time they plan something it has to do with going out to eat or something of that nature. They do the same thing to me by asking what are you eating, what can you eat, etc. I know they are trying to be concerned. Any time we do something within the work place it has to involve food, candies, treats. I have actually gotten to the point that it irritates me a little bit, because for the first time in my life food is not a priority. I guess it all just part of a changing lifestyle & refocusing. I am glad you had a good time and felt good about yourself Keep it up Angel

Just let them know you are focusing on the fellowship and not the food. One of the organizations I belong to ALWAYS has food around. Sometimes, there is at least something I can eat, sometimes not. Since I don't get hungry (boy, I hope that keeps up!!), it's not a big deal to me. Everyone knows I've had surgery, so they are usually more interested in how much I've lost instead of how much I'm eating or not eating. Hang in there. It will get easier!! Ann in Duluth