I know I could be down a lot more each week if I’d replace a lot of my food choices, but through the years I have learned that the “German” in me is not going to give up my desserts and be able to make it a “life style change”. Everything I have tried over the years that required me to give up my “treats” ended up in me quitting, binging on the junk foods and then gaining all the weight PLUS 10-20 lbs. more. I am learning to embrace this journey slowly while enjoying the sweetness in life. I have also gotten a LOT better at not eating for my emotions like I would all the time as I feel in control knowing I can eat what I want. I am moving towards eating the sweets less (which I have done a fabulous job so far), and picking better choices (I even gave up eating a chocolate bar I bought while on tour with my Dad and Nephew the other day as it was 13 pts – I gave it to my nephew once I figured that one out!). Today I picked up some Epicure spices from a friend and am LOVING them! Great on the mini cakes under my “Recipe” section and on the SKYR Vanilla Yogurt. I truly believe now that we need to still enjoy the pleasures in life if we want to keep our weight off for good (not just till we reach our goal).