Diet: a Four Letter Word

I changed my eating habits five months ago, in September.  I quit eating fast foods, chips, cookies, candies and pizza.  I increased my protein and veggies.  And it has worked wonders for me, for the most part.  True, I'm not dropping pounds as fast as I want, but I feel better, overall.  Thats a good thing. 

But today, I just couldn't resist.  I grabbed one of those miniature sized Hershey bars from the freezer.  I let it thaw while I fantasized about how good it was going to taste. All that creamy texture on my tongue, all the chocolatey goodness.  

The reality?  It wasn't as good as I built it up in my mind.  And I'm certain I can feel the jittery rush of sugar ... and its no longer pleasant.  *sigh*

That's how I know this isn't a "diet", which implies reduced caloric intake for a period of time.  No.  This is a lifestyle change.  

We had family dinner Sunday, and as I normally eat my last meal (yogurt) at 3pm, I sit with the fam but I just sip my water.  But Mom always feels as if she has to explain (or announce) that I'm on a diet.  And that totally frustrates me! 

Maybe at some point there will be acceptance.  Until then, I will just ignore comments and keep doing my own thing.