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Okay so I am almost six weeks post op. Today my mom, fiancé, and I went to a cake tasting for our wedding. I went in knowing I would have to closely monitor myself or I would be in BIG trouble. (Didn't want to vomit at the bakery) I had a nibble about the size of an M&M from five cakes. I don't have too much of a sweet tooth, but no way was I missing out on Godiva white chocolate cake, strawberries & champaign cake, berries on a cloud cake, or caramel cream brûlée cake. Those five nibbles gave me a massive sugar rush for about 20 min.

Then I had chicken and black Beans for dinner.

Am I sorry I cheated with my five nibbles of heaven? Nope. Am I craving more cake? No way. For me it has always been about Portion Control. Even though I felt no restriction from cake (shocking) I knew a few nibbles would be my new limit.

This was my first cheat. First non Protein rich food. Loved it, but not near enough to make a habit.

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Way to stare it down! Engaged brain, compulsion conquered!

Excellent!

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You've done exactly what I am trying to do, and color me impressed!

Enjoy that small indulgence, and own it for what it is - a tiny blip on the nutrition radar, and a huge victory in control!

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I whole heartedly agree what what the others posted!

And I challenge the use of the word "cheated"...you planned for this, you strategized your Portion Control, and you had a healthy dinner after instead of continuing to eat not-good-for-you stuff. I'd say that's stellar behavior, not cheating!

Great job! Congrats on your upcoming wedding :) and on your continued success!

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...besides, no one wants to go to a wedding where the cake is crappy! It was your duty, darn it!

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Glad you enjoyed it!! Portion Control is what it is all about. Still have to enjoy life and keep in livin'!!!

Congrats on your upcoming wedding!!!!! Best wishes! :D

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...besides, no one wants to go to a wedding where the cake is crappy! It was your duty, darn it!

Excellent point!!! A bad cake can ruin a wedding! You took one for the team!!! Lol!!

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LoL!!!! Well my mom and fiancé wouldn't have let me eat more even if I wanted to. They are pretty good support and make me accountable.

And I will not have dry yucky cake. Open bar and awesome cake. Best ingredients for a kick a$$ wedding.

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