I’ve got to bake 2 big batches of cookie. I don’t want to. But I promised. My Aunt passed away and I have been drafted to make some cookies for the recetion after the service on Sunday. I’m also giving her Eulogy. Talk about stress! I keep saying to myself, be strong! But I know I am an emotional eater. So keep your fingers crossed I can stay honest through Sunday.
Don’t misunderstand. I really want to help with the reception and I want to give the Eulogy, but I know until it is over I will be a bit of a basket case.
9:01 am
Imagine this, Maribeth – for every “sample” you take of those cookies, someone else that will be attending the reception won’t get to have one.
So every bite you take actually belongs to someone else – do you feel a little guilty now?
I have faith you can resist! Put a glass of water on the counter while you bake, or maybe a bag of raw baby carrots or celery sticks. Every time you make a move to take a bite of those cookies – grab a veggie, or a grape or a slide of apple.
9:26 am
I’m very sorry to hear about your aunt. Jane’s suggestions are good ones for avoiding temptations.
9:39 am
I like what Jane said about it being someone else’s bite.
I am sorry about your aunt and my thoughts will be with you as you are struggling with these stresses. However, I know you can do it. If you need to have reinforcement, just come on and post. Someone will be here soon. Or you can email me since I have my email on from sun up to bedtime around 11:00pm each day. shellimil@comcast.net
10:20 am
you can do it maribeth!
just have faith in yourself & what you’re trying to accomplish. jane’s suggestions are great ones. and be strong! 
we all have faith in you! 
12:53 pm
Sorry about your aunt, and the stress that the loss of someone brings. Chew gum while you bake or when you don’t want to nibble. That always helps me (i love cookie dough). You can do it. Just think of all of us rooting for you :good: :good: Hang in there.
8:42 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you can make it through this.
8:53 pm
i am sorry for your loss.
could you buy the cookies on your way over?
find a nice bakery or costco has some yummy cookies.
be strong and lots of hugs.