Today's challenge happened at lunch. I knew ahead of time that I was going to a luncheon meeting of a professional society of which I am a member (my high school english teacher would be so proud of my grammar). I have attended prior meetings and the same three entrees were offered each time...Spaghetti and meatballs, Lasagna, and Grilled Trout. So, yesterday when I made my reservation, I already had thought about my choices....and I was going with the Trout. But much to my surprise, the menu had changed this time. This time the choices were Spaghetti and meatballs, Lasagna, Fried Oysters, or Tuna Salad. I thought...oh no!...what to choose. I conjured up visions of tuna salad made with tons of mayo.... I asked the waiter about the salad and he assured me that this was a more upscale variety with field greens with rare slices of tuna. So, that's what I ordered...dressing on the side. The waiter rolled his eyes and clearly gave me the impression that my request was an inconvenience. I thought, this is my meal and I get to choose how I want it! He doesn't know me and why I might be ordering something a special way...maybe I have allergies...I wouldn't let him derail me! The salad was lovely...and there was so much flavor in the ingredients I think I used maybe a Tablespoon of the dressing. I limited myself to the sourdough bread that is always freeflowing at this restaurant. I love the sour taste, but was able to limit myself to a smaller portion. I also had the minestrone soup before my meal which was chock full of veggies and very nice on a cold day. I passed on the dessert which was lovely to look at but apparently not quite as tasty as it appeared. Good choice on my part!
Yesterday I believe I said that every day I have to choose not to be overweight...today, I think I'll turn that around to say...Everyday I choose better health. Stated in the positive it definitely has a nicer ring.
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