I did it

I guess I should update the below post finally. I made it through the cleanse, although I didn't really complete day five because it was my grandmother's funeral and it's just nearly impossible to bring your own food to a wake. Regardless, I lost five pounds and I felt great. The best part though was that I'll continue to eat like this. I've been eating quinoa and lentils and kale and spinach and I LOVE it. Making those foods a priority in my diet makes me feel so healthy and clean. I don't think I could go back to eating cheeseburgers and tater tots. At least not as frequently as before. It's amazing what we put into our bodies without giving it much thought. This cleanse made me slow down and think about the role of food in my life. Food was intended to nourish, heal and help our bodies perform. When I think about that, I'm way more likely to eat a big bowl of fresh vegetables than a bag of Cheetos. I may or may not be wearing the dress this weekend, which was my initial goal, but I'm happier, healthier and wiser now thanks to that five-day cleanse. I think I will do it again soon and I know I will continue to incorporate all of the foods and tips I learned about into my daily diet. I just might have an occasional beer and slice of pizza every now and then ; )