Back from the Dead

So, the stomach flu. Not the best diet-aid. But it kept me from most food (and sugar!) for about 5 days. It was rough - but thankfully, part of the stomach flu is not having any appetite so while I didn't always feel physically hungry, I felt emotionally hungry for sure! But I've lost (adding up the pre-sickness losses) a total of 7 lbs so far. That puts me a mere 3 away from my goal. Perhaps I'll even get past my goal before our vacation on July 20th.

It IS tricky however, returning from a stomach flu. I have such powerful hunger and cravings at the moment and it's tempting not to just go nuts to 'make up for lost time.' Isn't that a funny perspective? I have such a messed up view of how 'deserve' and 'food' connect. So I'm trying to take it easy, but my cravings are back in full-force!