Hmm, will try cutting the cheat meal to once every two weeks (don't think I can go longer than that).
I am trying to eat more whole grains, veggies and don't eat a lot of sweets. I'll have a diet Coke maybe once a week otherwise its coffee, water and (like I mentioned) a glass or two of wine. I've also tried to switch to lean meats (like chicken and turkey).
My "cheat" meals (other than this week- ugh, pizza) so far have been a medium steak with a medium potato (no butter, light sour cream) and a turkey brat with some baked chips so it isn't like I'm going overboard with the cheating (well, other than the pizza this week- I felt sick after eating it because I ate too much). Maybe it is TOM...I'll keep at it, girls, thanks for the encouragement.
Exercise also has to fit into this new life of mine...just not sure how yet.