Yeah, it's the 4th! This is my first holiday since my "life style change". I am glad it's not Thanksgiving or Christmas. I think those two holidays would be really tough to stay within my calorie range. And, it would probably be a lot harder to face another holiday after failing hugely at one of the "big holidays". This holiday is a nice test of will power.

I started the day off right by going to the gym with my sister in law. She used to be a personal trainer at Bally's and gave me some pointers for squats. Something I have never done before but wanted to try. Of course when we got back to my mom's she was making chocolate chip pancakes for the grand kids. I LOVE those. But, I held fast and had a slim fast shake and an apple instead. Lucky I have will power in the monrings. This afternoon will be a lot tougher as we go to my aunt's for her birthday bash. AND she's having it catered this year as it's her 60th. I hope it's not fried food or junk.

We are headed to the parade and then to the hotel to take the kids swimming. So, that will be fun and will help with calories later today.

I am so excited for fireworks! Only 12 hours to go!

Have a great fourth!