I was telling a friend about how I always give something up for Lent. He mentioned that his son gave up sweets this year. I try to give up something and then try to make a behavioral change for the better. He doesn’t usually give up something for lent. As we further discussed this and how my kids and I discuss what each of us are going to give every year. Lent starts on Ash Wednesday and ends for us on Easter Saturday, although I think it technically ends on Holy Thursday.
I explained that I love Diet Coke, that is my coffee. I could drink five a day of that sweet nectar. I know how bad it is for me, but I just can’t help it! So, he talks about his love/hate relationship with coffee. He hates to need it but love the caffeine, which is a lifeline. He decides to give up his coffee and I give up my Diet Coke. Over the past 30 days, we have been on the phone when I order a medium iced vanilla coffee from McDonalds. I try to mute the phone, but then I hear…” did you just order a coffee??” My only response is a giggle under my breathe. But let’s be real we have been on the phone when he has ordered a diet coke from McDonald’s… my response is “who orders a medium???” Honestly, I have tried to instill that you always get the LARGE, it is never a question! We have made it down to the last four days. I am ready to cave and he is holding strong, encouraging me to not give in! Thanks for going all in with me during Lent!
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EugeniaKouts
3/31/2021 10:58:18 am
I love that you have someone cheering you on! Thankfully, Greeks don't find something like that to give up, we just don't eat meat and dairy. Much easier than giving up my coke! Happy Easter!
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Lifeofamomteacherandwife
3/31/2021 11:36:17 am
You can do it! Stay strong these last few days.
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Brittany Graves
3/31/2021 01:32:00 pm
Nice work! Stay strong! Lent is almost over!
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3/31/2021 03:04:42 pm
Good for you!! So proud cuz I know that I’m the same with my McD’s Diet Coke and it would be SO hard!!
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Cindy Dore
3/31/2021 07:53:35 pm
Stay strong Michelle! You can do it! Enjoyed your SOL!
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