Comment by brokenpole on June 12, 2012 at 2:43am

Pastelpainter,

Go to the tea party and have a good time. If you have a cookie so what, it is not the end of the world. But take your celery sticks. If people have a problem with it then it gives you a built in reason to avoid the next one and not feel guilty about it.

Take you mug and sit and talk with friends. I assume that is why you are going. Just try and enjoy yourself and who knows...you might even like it.

Comment by Pastelpainter on June 12, 2012 at 3:56am

Thanks bp! I know there will be an oversupply of goodies and it is so hard for me to refuse, but am sure I will enjoy chatting.

Comment by Trudy on June 12, 2012 at 6:04am

Hmmm... Taking your own good coffee? No good tea at a tea party?! And yes, have a cookie this once.

Comment by Pastelpainter on June 12, 2012 at 3:07pm

But Trudy, I don't drink tea! And I am very, very bad at having just ONE cookie or piece of cake LOL

Comment by Trudy on June 12, 2012 at 3:11pm

I will imagine you with Alice and the Mad Hatter and others, drinking your good mug of coffee. Do have fun!

Comment by Pastelpainter on June 12, 2012 at 3:24pm

Now you've given me the giggles, Trudy!

Comment by Trudy on June 12, 2012 at 3:35pm

:)

Comment by lotsofshots on June 14, 2012 at 6:17am

For some reason I always get stressed out about parties and gatherings too because I am nervous about the food, whether I will have control to avoid it and feel just a little frustrated about not being able to act like everybody else. Still, every time I go, I always have a good time and I am glad that I didn't avoid socializing because of diabetes temptations. I am starting to find that people in general are becoming more aware of good nutrition and wieight control and sometimes I am suprised to find that even at dessert parties and teas, sometimes there are a few people who bring something healthy like a veggie plate or salad or fruit. I usually eat and make sure my BGs are good before I go and then pass on the goodies. Taking your own coffee is a great idea because at least you will be able to enjoy a delicious cup of Joe. I hope that you get a chancee to relax and enjoy and foucs on your freinds, but I do understand how you feel. Good luck, and make sure you let us know how everything turns out.

Comment by Pastelpainter on June 14, 2012 at 2:30pm

I guess I really got nervous about nothing. The only food was bun loaf cut in teeny tiny pieces, so I was able to pick out a really small piece and was able to refuse second helpings. And yes, thank you all, I did enjoy myself. Retirement villages can be a bit all-consuming and I try to retain a bit of independence so as to keep a balanced view on things. Always a great advantage when there is a grumble-fest going on LOL

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