First major challenge

Yesterday was a good friend's birthday.  We were part of an ever-so-secretive scheme to throw together a surprise party...with 3 hours notice!

:: insert eyeroll here ::

But, I managed to get through it in one piece, tobacco free.  Surrounded by smokers, alcohol, AND a bonfire, I took it easier than I ever would've expected.

And I did it. :)

Thanks for the comments yesterday.  I know I say that every time I venture out and try to quit, but I wouldn't say it if I didn't mean it.  The support always means more than you would guess, but sometimes I can't turn to Mr. P for support when we're dealing with the same challenge.  I did a few flights of stairs at work during what used to be my normal break time (note to self: bring tennis shoes to work!) AND when I got home I jumped on the elliptical for 15 minutes.  This may not sounds like a major feat to many of you, but Holy Crap almost covers how I feel. Dinner included rice, black beans, veggies, and a little cheese.  (Those commercials don't lie when they're all "Behold the power of cheese." No shit.  That may be my biggest food vice next to carbs!)

Today's a new day, and my goal is to do it all over again :)