Only Splurge on Days that Start with the Letter S

Ah, the weekend. I've been good all week, living the disciplined life. I've done my four days of aerobics and two days of weights, one hour each day. I've followed the rules of two: eat twice as often, eat half as much and chew twice as long. I've followed the Indian proverb: "Drink your food, eat your drink." I've tried to get enough sleep and come up short.

Now it's the weekend. Time to let my hair down. Time to relax. Time to snack if I really, really want to. I like the saying "Only splurge on days that start with the letter S."

I never say never to anything. I try not to eat fast foods or stuff with trans fat or saturated fat. I try to eat 10 helpings of fruits and vegetables a day. I try to not deny myself things so the cravings get out of hand.

As Oscar Wilde said, "Moderation in everything — including moderation."

Maybe on the weekend I'll even sleep seven to nine hours. Hmmm.