Challenge Schmallenge

Sigh. This first BelleToday challenge couldn't have come at a worse time.

When Gisa was first merrily planning this challenge, I was like, "Sure, whatever, count me in," without really checking out the details. I had a flurry of deadlines to meet. When I had the time to breathe and learn what this challenge was all about, why, I wanted to hurl my keyboard at the wall.

See, there's this day that comes once a year for each girl, where she can eat cake and for once, not give a damn about calories.

For me, that day comes right smack next week, in the middle of the BelleToday no-sweets challenge. I've been planning for said day for over a month now. I already gave specific instructions to my cake committee (my parents). "Please get me the King Oscar cake at the Peninsula and maybe Daniel Craig too." When my mom expressed reluctance because she didn't know where to park at the Pen, I gave her a detailed account of the drive from our house into the Pen's basement parking lot. Yes. I am getting my cake, come hell or high water. This day only comes once a year, after all, and I'm not going to let anything or anyone stand in my way.

Which is why I'm requesting for amnesty from the first BelleToday challenge, at the risk of making me look like a wuss. But you know what? I think I've earned it. I've discovered I now have the much coveted power to eat whatever I like without gaining weight. I wasn't born with that ability, and gaining it entailed a lengthy journey of discipline and willpower.

But now that I think about it, this no-sweets challenge couldn't have come at a better time. Since I wholeheartedly support this effort put forth by everyone here at the BelleToday team, I'll play nice. This means I won't have to bring cake to the office next week, since it's on the list of prohibited foods. Sorry, guys! Maybe next year.