Went to a party. Ate protein and vegetables before going. Drank only club soda. Hostess offered me party foods - some on plan, most off plan. I said: “No thank you” more than once. “ I already ate” “I am not hungry” She kept offering me food. I looked her in the eye and said, “I can’t. It makes me sick.” She said “Okay” and didn’t ask me again. That is not the end of the story. Two days later I had great energy! Did not fall asleep on the couch after dinner. This morning I woke up refreshed and NO PAIN IN MY FEET. Stood up effortlessly. Did not have to hold onto the wall for support. Was thinking to myself “what is different?” I stood up for myself. Deep breath. Let’s start the day!

Posted by jlc at 2025-07-09 09:47:49 UTC