[Leave of Absence Diary] The Temptation of Hinamatsuri and the Steadily Growing Watermelon Head. The Problem of "Weight Gain" During Leave
Hello, I am Watermelon Head Gosaku.
Today, March 3rd, is Hinamatsuri (Doll's Festival). If you go to the supermarket, you'll see colorful chirashi-zushi, cute hina-arare, and pink sakura mochi... There is an overwhelming display of delicious foods that stimulate the appetite.
While soaking in that glamorous spring atmosphere, I have been avoiding one "reality." But I've reached my limit. Today, I will confess honestly.
I knew it. My watermelon has been getting bigger.
Ever since I started my leave, the watermelon I wear has felt tighter, or perhaps the contours of my face have become rounder... In short, I am steadily gaining weight.
No, I had a sneaking suspicion. Under the grand justification that "the best medicine during leave is not to accumulate stress!", I have been eating what I like without holding back.
Of course, I'm going to gain weight. That's only natural. Compared to my days as a businessman working hard all day, my amount of exercise has decreased dramatically.
A tearful (?) resistance
Let me be clear so there is no misunderstanding: I haven't given up completely.
The other day, I made up my mind and walked for three hours (nine train stations' worth), resulting in the honorable injury of peeling the skin on the soles of my feet. At home, I ride a "vibration machine," shaking off my regrets along with my body fat. Even when eating out, I soothe the inner me that screams, "I really want to eat rich ramen!" and show the maturity of choosing "Japanese soba" as much as possible.
But it seems that such modest resistance is no match for the weight-gain power brought on by this "leave-of-absence life."
Today is Hinamatsuri. So, it can't be helped!
"If you eat what you like, of course you'll gain weight."
As I stare at the slightly plumper Watermelon Head reflected in the mirror, I nod deeply to myself. But I tell myself that this is okay for now. Right now, recovering my heart is the top priority. Once my heart feels better and I want to move more naturally, that's when I'll give it my all.
So, today, I'm going to jump on the wonderful event of Hinamatsuri and put my diet on the back burner for now. I'll enjoy the chirashi-zushi and sakura mochi as nourishment for my heart!
I hope you all have a wonderful Hinamatsuri, eating delicious food and smiling.
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