Frustrated

Good Evening My Friends;

Yes, I have titled this post "Frustrated" because that is how I am feeling right now. Let me tell you why.

David and I went out tonight to my church in Camden. They were hosting a fundraiser for a school in Haiti that we sponsor. There was a popular Cuban band playing. I made a mistake and assumed it would be mostly "church" people sitting around gabbing while the band played. I was wrong. We were a little late getting there and when we walked in the attendees were getting a salsa lesson. This went on for approximately 20 minutes and when the band started playing the dancing continued. This wouldn't be so bad if my husband was the adventurous type and wouldn't mind looking a little (okay, a lot) awkward. So to spare David the embarrassment, I suggested we go grab a bite to eat. He was hungry and agreed quickly.

Our destination, Peter Otts, however, on our way to the car we spotted Francine's Bistro and thought that was the better choice. This is where the frustration begins. As you know, if you have read my other blogs, I am currently in the middle of a "no refined sugar" diet. Eating out presents a challenge. Francine's menu is limited, amazing, but limited. Our plan was to have appetizers but one glance at the menu and my hungry husband and I knew we were in for a meal! The waiter was very accomodating and assured me that there was no sugar used in the making of my chicken dish. It was delicious. I guess I was frustrated because it was 8:30, I didn't really want or need to be eating a big meal at that moment and I really wanted to have a glass of wine with my meal. I dealt with the situation as best I could and just enjoyed the time out with my wonderful husband (he reads my blog so I have to butter him up).

This no sugar diet is definitely challenging my willpower. So far, I think I'm winning! I feel great and two people told me today that I look great. Could letting go of sugar really be making that big of a difference. It's only been 3 weeks. All I know is that it feels like the right thing for me to be doing for my body right now so I'm going to ride this train to the end, wherever that might be.

I get to sleep in again tomorrow. What a treat! I'm having breakfast at the Belfast Co-op with a dear friend who I don't see near enough. All in all, a good weekend. Hope you can all say the same.

Peace,
Allyson