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My Big Fat Greek Birthday Party

Susie in Lima

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Susie in Lima    320

Susie in Lima
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Well next Thursday, will be my birthday. So, my husband wanted to plan and give me a big party. I had asked that he not plan anything because I am only a month sleeved and still on purees until next week. But, he and some of his friends decided I needed a party and since I had been wanting hummus since I was on purees, he planned my whole birthday party around the theme "Hummus". haha

We had Greek marinaded chicken kabobs, falafel, hummus, cucumber sauce, pitas and baklava. YEP! It was my big fat Greek birthday party! Someone also brought a big beautiful strawberry cheesecake from one of the best bakeries in town!!!! They even put FELIZ CUMPLEANOS candles on them and I blew them out.

But no matter what everyone else ate, no matter that I cooked most of it and blew out the candles on that tempting cheesecake.... I ate my hummus and was happy. Everything looked really good and was good from what everyone was saying but I am praying that as I continue on this journey that by next year, I wont have any BIG FAT anything!!!

My husband actually made some mini cheesecakes out of stevia and I had a 2 tiny bites of one. It was really a sweet and special thing for him to do for me.

Everyone at my party had known about my surgery and that also helped with accountability as well. I could have easily just taken a few bites here and there. So that is one good reason to share this news with those around you.

Anyway, although I was really dreading this party, I have a tool that helps me not overeat and my mind is finally catching up and I realize that I can enjoy a party without gorging myself. Happy Birthday to me!

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Cinders    56

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Happy birthday & congrats !! Your hubby sounds like a keeper :)

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Congratulations to you and your wonderful husband.

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Susie in Lima    320

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Happy birthday & congrats !! Your hubby sounds like a keeper :)

Cinders, I have to tell you that my husband is definitely a keeper. We have been married almost 24 years and he has loved me unconditionally and has never ever made me feel inferior because of my weight. He is a good man and a great father!!!

And the poor guy planned my party etc while still in a leg cast and on crutches.

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You are so lucky to have a loving caring hubby by your side! you rock girl! HAPPY BIRTHDAY and good job staying on track! :)

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Susie in Lima    320

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You are so lucky to have a loving caring hubby by your side! you rock girl! HAPPY BIRTHDAY and good job staying on track! :)

You are right, I am a blessed girl! Thanks for the inspiration from your own journey!

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