Well I think I have learned a great lesson. That small sliver of cake I had for the going away party at work and then the little larger (but still only at half of the piece) piece of cake I had for my boys birthday sent me racing to the bank next door where I could "support the children" by buying a chocolate bar. It was not a pretty sight. I know for me carbs set off a carb spree. While I didnt actually binge..I continued to eat a steady supply of unnecessary carbs over the next two weeks while still maintaining MOST of my healthier eating habits. It has been rough for me ever since! The chocolate calls to me the worst and before this I was not a "sweet addict". I bought some chocolate bars with maltitol in them tonight. I know the warnings that go along with them too but in a moment of weakness..until I find my way back to the light I figure it is a better choice than "helping the children next door". I think I just need a little encouragement and reminders of the fact that I CAN get back to that state where on 99% of the days that junk doesn't even matter because there are no urges!

Thanks for listening

Damaraq