Holidays and special events

To indulge or not to indulge? Holidays and special events like the Super Bowl always bring out the spectrum of eating decisions as in "i'm not gonna blow my diet" to "i'm eating like there is no tomorrow". Which is right? The "Eating Elite" will have all of their healthy organic low fat low calorie options, and healthy twists on traditional favorites, and your everyday folks (like me) value a healthy eating plan most of the time, but understand that indulging for special occasions is just fine. No one ever suffered permanent damage because they had some wings, chips, nachos, and beer once or twice during the year. Its about balance. Good food and fun food are some of the few pleasures in life so take advantage on occasion. It doesnt have to mean one makes it a lifestyle. So while I applaud those that stick to their dietary regimens, I personally prefer to party with the folks who can loosen up and let it go for a day. :)