I am a believer that moderation is a key concept when it comes to life's choices and especially when it comes to gastronomy*. I admit to being an enthusiastic foodie, saved only by the fact that I enjoy spinach as much as I enjoy a french fry.
I gave myself permission to try one dessert and approached the decision strategically. This strategy/decision-making process is one I use often - especially at buffets or parties.
First, a review of all that is offered:
- cupcakes with a white frosting
- chocolate chip bundt cake
- coconut cream cake topped with flakes of toasted coconut
- chocolate fudgie mousse pie
- towering cake with light chocolate icing topped with strawberries that hasn't been cut into.
Then, an assessment of each and how my taste buds may respond:
- cupcakes - not sure what the frosting is (vanilla or cream cheese). I imagine it's cream cheese, which I'm not a fan of.
- chocolate chip bundt cake - you had me at bundt
- coconut fluff extravaganza - love coconut milk but not coconut flakes
- chocolate fudgie mousse pie - looks rich
- towering cake - could be tasty
I hate to destroy an uncut cake and the chocolate chip creation looks so moist and dreamy. So, I cut a wedge of the bundt cake and enjoyed that as my dessert and decadence for the day.
I could fault myself for a lack of willpower but instead, I am happy to report that I did not to consume a week's worth of calories in one afternoon. Cheers to the small victories.
*I am the first to admit that it may appear that moderation flies out the window when it comes to fitness. I am an endurance junkie (helps offset the foodie in me) and will continue to participate in events that take hours to complete. Moderation in that sense equals knowing my physical, mental, and environmental limits and, as a result, waiting until my children are older to attempt a full Ironman.
