The food was tremendous at a shower I attended over the weekend. I decided in advance that I was happy not drinking. I showed some restraint on my first pass through all the wonderful buffet alternatives. This was not a day for dieting, but I definitely avoided crackers and took only a minimal serving of pasta. Then someone commented that the lobster bisque was the best they'd ever had, and it is one of my favorite foods. They were right, and when I saw someone else return for seconds, I was hot on their heels. But I was actively observing my behavior and realized that a lot of what enticed me was not as good as it could have been, i.e. not as good as warranted the amount I initially took. Lesson learned: take one of each item on a first pass through the buffet line, even if it is mussels and clams. It would also result in a plate that looks like skinny people always seem to manage to take. I'd rather go back for seconds than gamble on how much I would like anything. If the bisque rocks, indulge.
There sat a tier "wedding cake" done with fondant frosting which I have never tried and was warned might not taste good. So, although I often skip cakes, I went ahead and had a new experience. It was touched with almond and absolutely excellent. Then a tray of homemade tiramisu was delivered and, thanks to daughter #2 it is my now favorite dessert - it was heaven and I will soon be the owner of its recipe.
So, the fine for this dietary speed bump was 4.4 pounds. But, because I am actively thinking about 'eating wisely', I made a point of learning from the experience. After eating very sparing for two days afterward, I awoke today fully pardoned. I don't see how I could survive a cruise, but I hope for a life full of occasional speed bumps. On to 160.
Day 73
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