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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Prosecution: Defendant said he was sorry for stabbing ... Direct hit: Storm leaves destruction in its wake ... Range hopes to curb tracer bullets, fires ... Prosecution: Defendant said he was sorry for stabbing ... Direct hit: Storm leaves destruction in its wake ... Range hopes to curb tracer bullets, fires ... Get A Life: Ugh, I ate too much Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Dec. 1, 2014 at 6:40 AM Posted Dec. 1, 2014 at 6:40 AM » Social News By Loretta LaRoche More Content Now Well, I’m full of turkey, stuffing, mashed and sweet potatoes, myriad appetizers, lasagna, and slices of ricotta, pecan and Boston cream pie. My goal was not to eat too much on Thanksgiving Day, and I didn’t, since my attention was on cooking and serving my guests. However, all promises to myself about being moderate went bye-bye the next day. It was as if I had an internal Pac-Man that needed to be fed over and over. I also could not quell the internal dialogue that kept focusing on telling me to try the leftovers. I found myself walking in the direction of the refrigerator as if I had become part of a zombie cult. I awoke Saturday, the day after my gluttonous noshing to over-eater’s guilt and a body that felt somewhat analogous to a hot air balloon! Where did all my good intentions go? Obviously they were plucked out of my conscious mind, leaving me hypnotized by the contents of the refrigerator. This is not the first time I have gone down this path. I have struggled with my weight for the greater part of my life. Ten pounds up, 10 pounds down, 15 pounds up, 15 pounds down, 20 pounds up, 20 pounds down. The cycle keeps repeating itself according. I’ve actually achieved a good weight at times through being incredibly vigilant. I’ve done all the things that the weight-loss police have advocated, portion control, exercise, food diaries, etc. There’s no doubt that they work, but then something happens, like the birth of my children, divorce, being a caretaker for an elderly parent, earning a living or having health problems. It doesn’t have to be a serious problem that precipitates over-eating. It could be going on a vacation or celebrating a holiday. I’ve tried a plethora of diets, and a lot of them work. However, I really want to have an entourage of individuals that makes sure I don’t deviate from my goals. After all, why can’t I lose 20 pounds in three weeks like the movie stars that are showcased as models for the rest of us? They have babies and fit into clothes they wore as toddlers right after the baby is born. I look like I never gave birth. I know some of you are thinking, you can do it, just write your affirmations, stop eating gluten, eat less and walk more. And believe me I haven’t given up. But I do accept a certain reality. I will never be sylph-like. I have gained and lost a tribe of people, so there are more of me around that you might recognize. By the way, enjoy your leftovers! Author, humorist, PBS star and Fortune 500 trainer Loretta LaRoche lives in Plymouth, Massachusetts. To share your pet peeves, questions or comments, write to The Humor Potential, 50 Court St., Plymouth, MA 02360. Visit her website at stressed.com. MailTribune.com Writer Posted Dec. 1, 2014 at 6:40 AM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events Calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2015 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501