Wednesday night presented my first social challenge.  It was an evening spent with girlfriends at a friend's home, which is a monthly gathering.  Lots of delicious food was served, last night's spread included lasagna, mini-quiches, salad, tomato/cheese appetizers and to top it off was an oreo cookie/pudding dessert served in mini dessert glasses.

 

I knew I needed to plan for this evening.  First, I made sure I drank my 64 oz of water (I actually drank 84!), and did a great cardio workout after work.  For dinner I enjoyed a baked tilapia fillet accompanied by peas (I love them).  It was a quick, healthy meal and off I went to socialize, water bottle in hand. 

 

Though I was tempted by all the delicious food presented, I did not stray.  This is the first week of Lighten Up 2014 and I have a long way to go, slow and steady…