Four days ago I posted about going off dairy for a week to see if it helps my allergy headaches. In the meantime I have had two friends (one a nurse, one who has dairy allergies) tell me to give it at least three weeks. Well, my first thought was, "Thanksgiving!" I decided it was still worth doing, so I am four days in and going strong. Tonight I did have a huge challenge....Thanksgiving Potluck!
Now some people have no problems "not eating" at potlucks because they are germ-a-foes. Me...not so much. The people at my church are wonderful bakers. The Thanksgiving potluck has the best food of all potlucks too! Tonight I knew I could eat turkey, and green beans. I was bummed! That just isn't enough! I decided to make non-dairy mashed potatoes so I could at least have one more thing on my plate. I was a sad girl! I have no problems eating, and eating well at a Thanksgiving potluck, not tonight!
I got in line and found a couple yummy looking veggie salads, my non dairy mashed potatoes, turkey, and ham. I also got one beef roll thing that looked super good. I set my food down and took my 7 year old to the dessert room. Three large tables full of dessert....my favorite! Rylan picked out a few things...as I walked around I couldn't find anything that didn't have dairy in it. Crust of any sort, is sure to have dairy unless it's specially made. Brownies, cookies, pie's, cakes....nothing I could have! I was sad as I walked back to eat my meat and veggies. I actually was feeling sorry for myself and let my husband know!
After I finished my plate I was surprised that I felt full. I got home and was okay! For the first time ever, I didn't pig out at a Thanksgiving potluck. Wow, I surprise myself! The great thing is I don't feel "guilty" or "bloated." It's actually a great feeling.
In a few days we will be at my Mom's eating Thanksgiving dinner! My brother is coming this year and he is very allergic to dairy. Since I'm on a "non-dairy" kick and Jeff is coming, my wonderful Mother is making us "special" non-dairy food. She has some yummy stuff planned. I will even get pie! I'm so excited, but wonder how in the world, is pumpkin pie going to be good with no dairy? Who knows, maybe I will loose 5 lbs this Thanksgiving instead of gaining 5 lbs! LOL!
Now some people have no problems "not eating" at potlucks because they are germ-a-foes. Me...not so much. The people at my church are wonderful bakers. The Thanksgiving potluck has the best food of all potlucks too! Tonight I knew I could eat turkey, and green beans. I was bummed! That just isn't enough! I decided to make non-dairy mashed potatoes so I could at least have one more thing on my plate. I was a sad girl! I have no problems eating, and eating well at a Thanksgiving potluck, not tonight!
I got in line and found a couple yummy looking veggie salads, my non dairy mashed potatoes, turkey, and ham. I also got one beef roll thing that looked super good. I set my food down and took my 7 year old to the dessert room. Three large tables full of dessert....my favorite! Rylan picked out a few things...as I walked around I couldn't find anything that didn't have dairy in it. Crust of any sort, is sure to have dairy unless it's specially made. Brownies, cookies, pie's, cakes....nothing I could have! I was sad as I walked back to eat my meat and veggies. I actually was feeling sorry for myself and let my husband know!
After I finished my plate I was surprised that I felt full. I got home and was okay! For the first time ever, I didn't pig out at a Thanksgiving potluck. Wow, I surprise myself! The great thing is I don't feel "guilty" or "bloated." It's actually a great feeling.
In a few days we will be at my Mom's eating Thanksgiving dinner! My brother is coming this year and he is very allergic to dairy. Since I'm on a "non-dairy" kick and Jeff is coming, my wonderful Mother is making us "special" non-dairy food. She has some yummy stuff planned. I will even get pie! I'm so excited, but wonder how in the world, is pumpkin pie going to be good with no dairy? Who knows, maybe I will loose 5 lbs this Thanksgiving instead of gaining 5 lbs! LOL!
Almond milk is really a great creamy substitute for milk in pumpkin pie! And other things for that matter. Seth is doing non-dairy too! Go non-dairy people!!
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