Nancia,
I didn't think about adding the feet to the loo to my walk. And here I was discouraged that I haven't crossed the line into Alabama...I bet I have, now!
I haven't had my jaw wired shut but 4 years ago I had 17 teeth pulled so I could have dentures. It took a year for my mouth to heal as the latex gave me blisters. The bottom line was I GAINED weight because cold milkshakes tasted sooo good. I can manage to gain weight in all circumstances!!
In attempting to change your holiday habits, stop to think what the holiday is about for you. Do you want to be more spiritual? Or more shopping? More giving? More community activity? More singing? Find the place that brings your joy and move in that direction.