Hi Everyone,

I know for many of you the stress of Thanksgiving is really a hard thing to deal with. I had WLS in 2008 and my 1st Thanksgiving was about 1 month after my sleeve surgery. I have learned in the last 3 years how to deal with Holiday's. I never feel deprived. I have learned sometimes just being able to taste something really does help me. So I look at all the food that I think I want to eat. I take about 2 Tablespoons of what I want--NO more than that. Then I sit down and have one bite of anything that I want to eat. If I think I want more then I have another bite.

You will be amazed at how well this works. Save room for a bite or 2 of some dessert too. You have NOT overeaten. You have had a taste of what you wanted. And it is just one night. If the dinner is at your home, try to send the left over foods home with others that you feel might be a problem for you. Keep the turkey if you had turkey, it is a great source of Protein.

If you are really worried about any of these foods and no one will take them home, you can donate them to some local homeless shelters--they can always use your food. You be in control of the food and do not let the food control you OK. Remember this is something that is manageable. We now have learned that we can taste things, but we do NOT need to overeat to be happy and feel satisfied.

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!

Enjoy yourself and Hugs,

Suzanne

Thats EXACTLY how i deal with my holidays! After 2 years out, it's amazing how you learn what to actually do with yourself! And, the other thing i do is use a really small bread and butter plate. I don't drink anything during the meal, but have my glass of whatever, about 30-45 minutes later. I'll always know if i take one bite too many! I still slime very badly after 2 years! Good luck to all and have a blessed Thanksgiving!

Thank you for the advice. I will surely remember that once I am sleeved.