Rewards

On rewards: My rewards have been tickets to shows I wouldn't normally take the time to go see, weekend trips, new "toys" for my camera or computer, and jewelry. I've never bought much jewelry, so I've enjoyed adding a few nice pieces to my collection. I've also given myself subscriptions to magazines or have bought books I had been wanting. Sometimes, it's just a day shopping and laughing with my friends. What great therapy THAT is!!! Some people buy furniture and some do buy clothes. Since I was always so very, very obese, it has been a joy to me to be able to walk into a Wal-Mart and buy an inexpensive pair of slacks that fit perfectly without that "fat shop" price tag!!!! Before SWBM, I couldn't even think about doing something like that. One of my best rewards was being able to buy pantyhose at the grocery store, and not having to buy them at twice the price at Catherine's or Lane Bryant!!!! I have even gone out to eat with my friends, and I love going to our favorite restaurants, BUT I never go unprepared. The food is not the joy.....the comaraderie (sp?) with my friends is what's important, so I take my grilled chicken, my strawberry slices or baked potato chunks, and my balsamic vinaigrette. Then, I order a plate of lettuce, and the day is made!!! Good food, good friends, good times!!! After all, memories are what it's all about. Good luck and happy losing, Liz