Bye Bye Bubbly.

No, I don't mean champagne.
I'm talking about sweet, deliciously carbonated soda.

Starting yesterday, I have decided that I am giving up soda for one month (and possibly longer if I see that I'm feeling better and having extra positive results).

I'm really going to miss Diet Coke, Root Beer and Ginger Ale.

Omg, I just had the sudden realization that I won't be able to have root beer floats anymore!  I think that will be the hardest part.

Why give up soda?

- Stains teeth.

- Dehydrates you.

- Can make you bloated.

- Too much unnecessary sugar. 

- Toxins from artificial sweeteners.

- Can lead to weight gain. 

Isn't it strange how purposefully telling yourself that you can't have or do something kind of makes you want it more?  Anyway, I will allow myself to have soda again on October 13th, if I choose to. 

Wish me luck!  

Everything Tastes As Good...

I beg to differ, Miss. Moss.  Here are some things I could never live without (and are totally worth getting "fat" for)!

Cheesecake.  The good kind.  Not the cheapie stuff you can get at the grocery store.

Steak (medium) and Red Wine.  Birthday dinner winner right there... 

Grilled Cheese.  My grandma still makes the best I've ever had to this day.  And she's Asian.  

I'm not sure if that matters but... 

Donuts.  Meal or dessert?  Both, I think.

Chicken Alfredo Pasta.  Delicious!

Starbucks Frappuccinos.  I think it's the whipped cream that pulls me in. 

French Bread Pizza (plus ranch).  I could live off of these things.  

Sorry, I've just been thinking a lot about food lately and all of the delicious things I plan on eating for my upcoming birthday and our trip to California next month.  AND THEN, the holiday season is right around the corner (I am dreaming about all of the goodies I plan on baking).  I also can't believe that I eat this horribly on a daily basis... which really makes me think that I should start eating healthier.  

Anyway, what foods can you guys not live without?