My first big test...A meatball contest

I know this is my second blog today, but I haven't been on in a bit, so got to catch up.

Anyway, Thursday night, after my first fill and only able to eat mushies, my office had a small party and was having a meatball contest. Well as you know, can't quite eat beef yet. And of course a lot of alcohol was being served.

I have to report, it wasn't as hard as i thought it was going to be. I got roped into serving the judges with one of my colleagues. That meant cutting up 10 different meatballs and plating them for 5 different judges! And you know what, I wasn't tempted at all! Yeah they looked good, but I didn't want to go cry in the corner because I couldn't have them. The harder part was not drinking. I told myself at the begining of the night I can have 1 glass of wine despite my doctor saying 6 weeks....but I didn't! I didn't need to!

The most difficult thing about the night was everyone was asking me to try their meatballs. LOL. (you can imagine all the jokes) So people were asking why I wasn't eating or drinking etc. Only a couple of people at the office know the truth.

It was a strange night to say the least. It was challenging in some ways and easier than I thought in others. I am proud of myself for not giving in to temptation. And I actually had a nice night. If I can do, we all can!

Great job Stephanie. You should be very proud of yourself. Getting through those situations like you did and not breaking down or giving in to temptations will make you stronger... Keep it up!!

That is awesome! Sometimes, we are so much stronger than we think. Good for you and keep up the good work!

WoW you did great!! My first PB was on a meat ball. I have not had them since. I love to watch people eat now it is my favorite pass time. I used to love meatballs any kind. NOW I just watch. Best wishes to you. imaluckydog

WOW. I dont know how you did it! You are giving me hope. Thank you.