brandi16's Journal, 02 July 2009

The best thing you can do is try to maintain. If you go out to dinner a lot, eat a light protein packed breakfast and lunch. They will keep you more full. Then you can have a nice dinner. Stop eating when you are satiated. If people have dessert, take a couple of bites (the first bite tastes like the last). Get in lots of walking and physical activity (swimming, walking on the beach, etc.) Have fun and if you gain a couple of pounds, remember you can take them off when you get home.  

could you eat a salad when you go out to eat? seafood is low in fat. for snacks i like trail mix or even fruit especially berries. if you have to give into a temptation you can always split it with someone. I don't know if this helps, but good luck. i wish you all the best. 

Remember one thing - 'Nothing tastes as good as fitting into a smaller dress'... That always helps me order the healthiest thing on the menu when I go out! 

Thanks Suzi, Lori and Shubhika! I appreciate your comments. I'm working on losing 5 more pounds till I leave in 7 days and just try to maintain like Suzi said. That's really the best I can do. Cause I definately dont expect to lose anything, haha. But that's ok. It's not like I go on vacation every month. My husband and I will be celebrating our 3rd anniversary, so I might have a 'bite' of a sweet treat that night. Thanks for all your support and encouragement!! Good luck to you all!!