173.8 Return from vacation guilt-free

There is simply no reason to "go back on the wagon" or any similar epitaph about a return to dieting and exercise. I took a week's pause in writing while on vacation away from a scale and ensconced in 'sthe eater's paradise of New York. Did restaurant week dinner in Manhattan at Pigalle, dinner at Gallagher's steakhouse, and on Long Island, a tremendous meal at The Afghan Grille and Mama Theresa's. Home again, and pleased that this weight is not terrible for having done minimal exercise and excessive eating on a daily basis. It seems fair to say that one needs to temper diet with enjoyment - sharing wonderful dining experiences with my husband and visiting with friends without imposing my diet. The weight I find myself at is wonderful. No regrets.t I am prepared to move forward. While a friend who runs a diet business advocates taking off one day a week from "the diet", I believe taking a vacation from dieting is better mentally - a oh, the lovely memories.