My daughter has another performance tonight at 6:30 so it’s not worth it for me to go home beforehand…that means I’ll have an hour or so to spare that I could get a workout in except I’m wearing sandals again today. Maybe I’ll spend the time tonight doing some stretching or ab exercises where it won’t matter what shoes I’m wearing. I’m realizing that I should start bringing my sneakers with me everyday *just in case*.
I’m happy to announce that I am participating in another 5k walk! 
The Heart Walk will take place on Dec. 12 (next Saturday) and will benefit the American Heart Association. I’ll be walking with my sister again. The walk itself is exciting because it will take us across the Edison Bridge which has a lot of historical importance here in the Ft. Myers area and a spectacular view:
On the eating (and mental) front, I wanted to share how I handled a certain situation last night. I had to get my tire fixed immediately after work yesterday because I had somewhere to go, so I went straight to the auto shop from work. After I left there I knew I needed to grab a bite to eat because I wasn’t going to be home till probably 10 PM. I saw a Burger King and had all sorts of flashbacks run through my head. I used to eat Burger King almost everyday for lunch before I started this. And I’m not exaggerating, I literally ate it almost everyday for lunch. So there I was last night on day 65 of my journey, contemplating whether I should eat BK or not. Such dangerous territory for me my friends! I could smell the fries…and the burgers…and then the thoughts of no one would ever know started creeping in… 
I wanted so badly to order my ‘old usual’ which was a king sized combo with an extra burger. I honestly felt like I had miniature devil and angel characters whispering back and forth in my ears. After struggling and debating for a few minutes I finally sided with the angel and decided that I would order a grilled chicken sandwich (no mayo)…and that was it…no fries or burgers or soda. I purposefully went through the drive through because I thought “as long as I don’t SEE the fries, I’ll be ok”…As luck would have it, I paid for the sandwich and started to drive off when I opened it and realized they had put mayo on it. 
I hate mayo, so eating it was not an option for me…so I had to go inside afterall to have them correct my sandwich.
…And they were busy so it took forever.
…And the fries smelled so good.
…And it was at this point that I was regretting going there at all and began thinking I should have just fasted for the evening.
In case you’re wondering, I didn’t order fries or soda or burgers. I left fry-less with just my mayo-free chicken sandwich that I only ate half of…so, all’s well that ends well? I guess I learned a few things about myself last night. Mostly I’m proud that I didn’t give in to the thought of “no one will ever know”…
I would know.
And looking back now I am so happy that I can still report that I’m on my 66th day of NO soda.
After that mental episode I went for walk (about 2 miles)…it was a nice walk, but I could have done without the mental agony I put myself through earlier.
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You did good. The smell of the fries alone would have hooked me.
Wow, you’re one strong lady, Josie! Already wanting fast food and then going inside, that would probably have done me in. But you are SO right: YOU would know.
You faced the temptation and you came out clean the other side. Go, you! You can be SO PROUD!!!
Me? Still no 5K. Ever.
I need to stop that and start participating. Geesh.
Great job resisting, Josie! So great! It’s funny how often the thought of “no one will know” goes through my mind. Especially with the anonymity of the internet. I can’t tell you how hard I wrestled with just cheating a little bit with my weigh-in last week so I wouldn’t see a gain. I really wanted to cheat, but I didn’t. I knew I’d let you all down (even if you didn’t know I was letting you down, you know?). So, thanks for sharing your struggle, and I commend you for you perseverance!
And another 5k? SO cool!
Good for you! Yes, it’s true that nobody ELSE would have to know, but clearly, you would know and regret it.
I steer clear or fast food places like the plague, cus I’m not sure I’ve got the strength you do to avoid things like fries. That’s awesome!
Great job Josie!!!! Glad you did not try to jog without proper shoes too! I know people that carry their workout stuff with them always just in case! Might be an option for you!
Really proud of you doing the 5K AND for resisting the urge! I always step back & give myself 10-15 minutes asking why I really want to eat this & also do I really want to do this when I have made all this great progress. It really helps me to think thru the consequences of putting on weight after all my hard work or what I have to do to work it off!
I have been doing this healthy eating stuff for a year and a half now but, the fries would have still won!
Wow, another 5 K. Look at you go girl! I haven’t done a 5 k yet but, I plan on starting in the spring and doing a duathlon with my youngest.
Josie! Fantastic job. I’ve been there and know how hard it is to handle those good/bad voices whispering in your ear. You did good — really, really good.
That bridge walk looks like fun… a good cause. As far as BK… Good job!
We will all have to eat quasi normally sometimes so it sounds like you made a good choice in the face of temptation!
Great job. I’m so proud of you.
That’s awesome! Fast food is such a downfall for me
This gives me hope that maybe one day I’ll be able to resist as well 
Way to go! I know what a hard decision that is…I’m a fast food addict and I find it almost impossible to think rationally when I’m within a 100 feet of those places. Great job!
You are doing so good Josie. Another 5k. Woo Hoo! And way to go at BK. You are truly an inspiration to me!
What a victory! Great job Josie!
Josie – you da WOman!
Resisting fast food and soda is hard! I can still tempted to grab a garden salad w/ chicken breast from BK if I’m in a hurry. To remedy this temptation, there is a Post-It note next to my alarm clock (which is in the bathroom so I have to get out of bed to turn that annoying thing off) which reads, “Fast food is NOT an option today!” It helps me get my butt in gear and throw something together for lunch.
I wanna move to where you are, JUST for the view from that bridge! Sure beats the monotony of freshly harvested corn fields and the stench of hog/cattle processing…but most importantly, CONGRATS on signing up for another 5K! You will rock it!
Josie, I forgot tosay.. NO SODA!!! Big one! A huge % of people are overweight due to just drinking way too much regular soda!!! You go girl!
Hey Josie. It’s been a while since I’ve had time to really sit down and read my favorite blogs. I took the time to catch up on yours today during lunch and I’m going back to the rest of my day very inspired. You are really doing such a great job! WTG with resisting the BK–I know how hard that is. After reading your blog, I realize how much I miss having one. I may have to start anew with the new year.
Keep ROCKING it, friend!
Teresa
Wow, thank you everyone for the kindness you have displayed toward me! I so appreciate it.
Good job!! That’s awesome to resist temptation! It’s so tough.
I have fries about once a week, but I have to “budget” them into my calories. It’s always planned out and the day revolves around the meal that’s coming up I’ve planned so hard for.
And you know what? it’s never really worth all the effort!
Just to be helpful: The calorie count of the chicken sandwich is around 510, and the original Whopper is around 550. Insignificant difference. Fast food places are not there to help you. Avoid them.
You did great! Good for you on recognizing your weakness, really thinking about your choices, and making one you were happy with. Congratulations!
Dr J, thank you for stopping by my blog! I will check yours out as well
I had the tendergrill, no mayo, which is about 380 acc. to BK. I only ate half though, for about 190. You are right – they are not there to help…In an ideal world I would never eat fast food again.
Thanks Craig and Diane for your input as well.
Just taking babysteps here hoping they someday lead me to a much healthier way of life!
That’s great!! You totally handled that possibly scary situation so well! Good job Josie!!
Congrats on your coup over the Burger King!
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