Navigating through the Christmas party season....

I don't know about everyone else, but I always struggle trying to maintain stellar glucose control when attending parties throughout this season. With all of the unknown tantalizing foods on the table, it is hard to figure out your insulin needs.
Usually most cooks seem to go for the high carbohydrate or high fat foods during these times. Unfortunately, it is not always apparent what exactly is in Aunt Mabels Super Surprise Caserole. You don't want to hurt her feelings, but you also don't want to mess up your sugar levels either. I think the solution is to say yes to small portions (sometimes really small) and to know that it is OK to say NO to things that you know will cause you problems. I am not always the best at doing so but after a party I attended last weekend and had major glucose control problems later, I have decided to just be more assertive in my NO's and more inquisitive in my YES's. I will focus more on what I have to do than on worrying about hurting someones' feelings.
I just have to get better at saying No I think.... I'll keep it a joyful season I guess being more resolved in my control and less worried about offending others.
I'll just see everyone as my teenager kids....that should make saying "No" easier.....lol

Keep Going.........Peace, Bob