Day 7: Still Cleansing

MasterCleanser

Wow! I can't believe I'm into day 7 of the master cleanser. I have to admit, there have been some trying days, but I'm determined to see this through to week's end. It seemed in the first few days, everything that could take me away from my lemon juice mixture attempted to crop up. But isn't that the way things go, when you're trying to make changes that are for the good?

The hubby and I were discussing this very thing when one of our cars broke down this past Sunday, leaving me miles away from my next 10-ounce glass of cleansing. :-( It just reiterated the fact that life can be funny. When you're out there doing all the bad you can do, life hands you lemonade. When you're doing your best to do good, life hands you lemons.

Who was it that said, "Life's a bitch?" LOL

So, anywho, yesterday was my first day back on the plantation and despite me thinking it would be difficult to stick to my fast, it proved easier than being home. How could that be? Might be because I'm not cooking for other folks stuff I can't eat. It could also be because once I've settled into my desk I'm not yanked out of my seat to head to places like the movies--where the popcorn (which I never eat) smells heavenly--and burger joints--where greasy, fried burgers and artery-clogging fries seduce my nostrils.

But it's all good, especially since I've even managed to lose 4 pounds--4 pounds, 7 days. I just have to keep reminding myself when chewable foods present themselves, along with their savory flavors and smells, that as long as I got my all-natural, tangerine-flavored gum and peppermint tea as "snacks," I'll be fine.

*silently praying for Saturday morning and a salad*