Thanksgiving Dinner

Thanksgiving dinner is just the best isn't it? I love talking with different people about their traditions and the dishes they have at certain holidays. This year, I have been doing Weight Watchers for about 5 weeks so I knew that Thanksgiving would be a challenge but what I love about Weight Watchers is it's flexibility. I had everything I wanted today and it was all "allowed". It is simply a matter of portion control. My mom made a delicious ham and chicken and dumplings (which I had after I took this picture) and I made two side vegetable dishes that were a hit as well. Roasted butternut squash with sage and orange zest and roasted green beans with garlic and basil. They were both full of flavor and just down right healthy. It was a nice break from the heavy casseroles that we typically have. I ate a small piece of pumpkin pie totally guilt free. To date I have lost 15 pounds. Tomorrow is my weigh in day so I'll keep you posted on how it goes. I want to lose 20 before New Years so I'll keep you posted on that as well.

This year we missed spending time with Sidney, he was sick, and Eric and Lisa who were with other family members. Sidney's girlfriend Danielle came over for a bit with her daughter Naomi. It was great having all the kids there playing and making all kinds of noise! I can't wait for Christmas! It's right around the corner now!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Love ya!