Fall

I love this time of year. The leaves changing colors, the kids getting excited about Halloween, and my favorite holiday is coming....THANKSGIVING!! I cannot put into words how much I love Thanksgiving. Whether we are spending time with extended family or just our family, it is the best day ever to me. We always do our turkey on the charcoal grill and it is the best turkey you will ever have (note to Sister In Law..have that grill ready..). It cooks faster than in the oven and just tastes better.

The one thing about this time of year I used to dread was having to put jeans on. Will they fit? Will I have to wear elastic pants all winter? For many years, the answer was No, they don't fit so yes, I will have to wear elastic pants until summer. Then more elastic in the summer. I loathe the inventor of elastic.

But not this Fall. This fall I had to buy a pair of jeans because my other ones were too BIG. I am happy to say they are a size 10. And I am rocking them!

I would like to settle in at an 8 but I will take a 10 for now.

I make a conscious effort to not gain weight over the holidays. In fact last holiday season, I lost a couple pounds. It is a little easier for me than for most because I don't really like

I can pretty easily stay away from it. I do love potatoes, gravy, and stuffing but am going to limit how much I eat and be sure to get my weekly runs in. And continue my strength training.

It is never to soon to get a plan together on how to get thru the holidays. It can be a stressful time but try to focus on family and friends. This is the time to really be thankful for all we have.

Have a great day today!

Cat