I'm thankful for being loved beyond measure.
I'm thankful for a healthy body that works pretty well.
I'm thankful for the resources like healthy groceries and a membership to the Y that will help me reach my dreams.
Sometimes I forget about these things. I become a bit grinch-y around the holidays because it reminds me what I don't have.
I've had two binge days since I began 11/16. Monday and Tuesday of this week. They were hard and emotional and not worth the food or time wasted. I pulled myself back together yesterday and I feel strong that I did so. Before, that would have turned into a month or two long binge. I can do this. Even when I think I can't, I can.
I'm also a bit scrouge-y because it's Thanksgiving and I'm working my retail job. I've never appreciate service men or women and those who work in restaurants like I do today. I've also never despised consumerism or have been more aware of how much we don't need.
Full disclosure: I did volunteer, I did it for the young girls who would be away from their family and for the young mothers. No one should have to work this day. I also maybe did it for a bit of selfish reasons. I didn't want an opportunity to overeat, I'm feeling weak and need no distractions.
Hold your loved ones close, be grateful for what you have and have a Happy Thanksgiving!
