Who else was a little anxious stepping on the scale this morning? Was I the only one?

Yesterday's moderation paid off this morning with a surprising two pound loss though, to be fair, it is really only 1-1/2 pounds because I was half-way there on Wednesday. Still, a loss is a loss and I'm feeling pretty A-OK about it.

Yesterday was not without its' typical mishaps. I ran out of fuel about 20 minutes into BBQ-ing the turkey. The boys lost part of the hose nozzle in the gutter downspout (true disaster potential later). It ultimately all came together in a fantastic meal and a great time. My favorite holiday rarely disappoints.

Most of the people I know were up quite a bit before me- pounding the plastic at the stores. I'm really not into that “lemmings-to-the-register” thing and took advantage of online deals. I feel like I've lost the drive to consume in excess, instead going for moderation in all things including gift-giving. If you're one one of those Black Friday shopping warriors I say good for you! Thanks for stimulating the economy and send me a gift (I'd love a new nano) - it'll make us both a little merrier.