Hello All,

You may have heard that superpowers are all the rage these days. It seems you cannot turn a corner without running into someone bitten by a spider or someone who possesses tremendous strength when angry even if they turn green. But I have a superpower of my own.

I can resist my archenemy. "Food."

During my 54 years here on Earth, I have not won many battles against "Food." I know many people that can defeat the powers of "Food" easily. They can resist "Food's" charm. They can limit "Food's" evil ways. I have envied them.

However, this year is different for me. I have spent the last seven days locked in a battle with my nemesis and I have emerged victorious. Ring the freaking victory bell!

Perhaps many of you can relate, this battle hasn't been just any "run of the mill" battle. This was the ultimate showdown of good versus evil which occurred during Christmas Week.

Many of you probably already know the methods of my foe. Perhaps "Food" is your nemesis too. Hence, you are familiar with the trouble maker and the reign of terror that "Food" can bring.

"Food" launched a furious attack against me with:

• Cheese Dips
• Crackers
• Pretzels
• Gourmet sliced cheeses topped with pepperoni
• Cheesy pizza loaded with toppings
• Homemade Christmas cookies
• Chocolate Fudge - like all mothers make
• Crispy bacon
• Cinnamon French Toast
• Fresh, warm bread

But I countered with my new superpower...my VSG. This power was given to me on 12/15/21, just before the epic showdown. I was able to duck, dodge and perry my foe's attacks with some carefully timed protein and plenty of fluids.

I am not going to say it was easy, because part of me wanted to succumb to temptation. But I adapted and overcame the demon. In the end, I stood tall and victorious.

I hope that you, the people who truly understand this daily struggle, are able to emerge victorious also. The feeling is almost indescribable.

My most sincere wishes of success, health and happiness to you.

The struggle is real.

Make love not war.

Bring soap and a towel... it can get messy.

Good luck,

Tek

Hello AnotherGuy, from a fellow Ohioan! Loved your post - it was inspiring (and you’re a darn good writer!)

It does feel like a superpower sometimes. Compared to the past trying to get through the holidays on a diet it does feel surreal to be able to skip over most of the goodies and have a small portion of my favorites and not feel deprived.

Great post, LOL ?

Stay tuned for tomorrow's installment of "AnotherGuy Vanquishes Food!"

That's wonderful. You're definitely a witty warrior! The VSG is a tool or weapon to help you fight the enemy of sugar, doughnuts, chips, and junk food. You're winning! Way to go!