Lent

When my co-worker IM'ed me today during work and asked what she should give up for Lent, it made me think - maybe I should also observe Lent this year and give up something too! I'm not really a religious person even though I was raised Catholic and went to church every Sunday as a child. But, maybe this sacrifice will motivate me to eat better and present a good challenge for me to overcome.

So as my co-worker and I chatted for a bit, the debate went on about red wine vs. chocolate. Which to give up? I think she's leaning towards giving up red wine and all the more power to her! (Go Lori, go!) 

Then I consulted with some more friends and asked what they thought I should go with - A. chocolate B. cheese or C. bread. After some discussion, it was decided the best and most healthy choice would be A. chocolate. 

So, starting tomorrow I will not eat chocolate for the next 40 days (well really 46 days if you count Sundays which I will!)! Let's hope I have the willpower, the faith and the determination to make good on my promise. Afterall, we're dealing with God here and I know I don't want to make him mad! :)