Amanda's Menu Planning Spectacular!

[toystoryduo]

Amanda,

I hope you and your DH have a relaxing weekend away. Take care!

Tracy

 

[DoeWDW]

Hi Amanda!!

I hope your weekend away was wonderful!!

 

[lulu201]

Hi, Amanda. I hope you're coming home fresh and renewed and ready for whatever today has in store.

Take care!
Erin

 

[septbride2002]

Hey Guys! Thanks for all the post while I was away. This is going to be a long entry.

First and foremost I feel like the Phillsbury Doughboy today - I am so bloated feeling and just feel like crap to be honest. I've got my water and I am I am ready to go to the bathroom every 20 minutes to get this stupid bloat out of my system. I need to get back to being serious - I have a wedding less then a month away and a dinner rehersal dress that I have to fit into.

Our trip was neither calm or relaxing. The couple that we went with are shoppers and we ended up doing a lot of walking around stores. Brian and I are not shoppers so there were points where we were very bored. I kinda felt like we didn't do anything in Kansas City that we couldn't do at home in St. Louis. The one is also very dramatic and continued to complain and complain the entire time we were there. It was a bit overwhelming after awhile. We were glad to be home.

And then we got an extra bonus when we got home! One of my best friend's Stacey went into labor and had her baby this morning at 1:19a.m. her name is Sydney May and she weighed 8.7 pounds and is 24.5 inches long! She is in the neo-natal unit right now because she has a small pin size hole in her lungs but she is doing fine and the Dr. says she is healing well.

Okay and in regards to the baptism - I really do thank everyone for their advice but there is no way that I could miss my nephews baptism and be able to live with myself. It is very important that I be there to me. And even though it means my schedule would be crazy there is no way I could miss it. Of course I am still praying that the scheduling will work out in my favor rather then my SIL's.

Plan for today:

B: Nothing - I wasn't hungry this morning so I decided to skip it.
L: Tuna Sald - It has been 2.5 weeks since I've had a Tuna Salad!
D: Chicken Breast or something onthe run but it will be low carb since I need to hop back on the wagon.

No running tonight since we will be up at the hospital but we will go tomorrow.

~Amanda

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I wanted to update my food progress today:
B: Nothing
S: A hershey's kiss
L: Tuna Salad - 3 carbs, 3 wherther oginals - 13 carbs
S: peanuts 5 carbs and a diet coke

I'm really tired today but that has more to do with lack of sleep then anything else. I am looking forward to seeing the baby tonight. I've spent some time devolping to do list for the rest of the week and have come up with something liveable. There is just way to much to do right now.

~Amanda

 

[toystoryduo]

Amanda,

I'm sorry that the weekend didn't turn out like you had hoped, but what a great surprise waiting for you when you got home: your friend's baby! We will be saying prayers for Sydney and her mom.

Now, I know you said that you wouldn't be able to run tonight because you are going to the hospital, but if you drink tons of water, then you'll be running for the bathroom quite frequently. That counts as exercise, right?

Have a wonderful day Amanda! Remember, it's a short work week!

Tracy

 

[Strings]

Hi Amanda,

I'm sorry that your weekend wasn't great. Congrats on the baby. I hope she gets to go home soon. I'm sorry that the scheduling of the baptism is going to cause you so much stress. You are a great Aunt.

Keep drinking,
Beth

 

[lulu201]

Hi, Amanda! Hope you have a great day today. How are Sydney and her mom? Sydney is a tall little baby!! DD was 9 lbs., 2 oz., and 22" long (and we thought she was tall) and she was a whole lotta baby. Are Sydney's parents tall?

Enjoy your Wednesday. Eat right and take care of yourself.

Erin

 

[KLH 1973]

Keep drinking your water and you will looose the bloat feeling. Congrats on your friends baby and we will definatley say a few prayers for her.

Kristin

 

[septbride2002]

Thanks everyone for the responses! It has made me smile this morning!

Sydney is doing great! And she is without a doubt the cutest baby girl I have ever seen! Of course I'm a bit biased. DH and I were able to see her in the ICU which was great! When our nephew Ryan was in there we were not able to go in and see him - and I am wondering if maybe my SIL and BIL misunderstood the rules because there was absolutely no issues going in there this time. She is doing good and they are slowly but surely lowering the oxygen level in her incubator. She is a cutie.

I was doing great yesterday until we got home from the hospital at 9:30 last night! Neither one of us had eaten anything since noon so we went to Hardees and I ate all my fries! This morning I have woken up hungry so I am going to head down to the cafeteria here to get something to eat.

I have another stressful day ahead of me so here is the plan:
B: eggs and Sausage/bacon
L: Go home and will have Tuna Salad again
-after work I am running to the mall to pick up a pair of shoes for the wedding I'm in at the end of October.
-hit the grocery store for some staple items that we are out of.
D: Baked Chicken Breast and side dishes
-Clean the bathrooms
-Call the people who have not RSVP for the party
S: ?? I may pick up some sugar free jello at the store.

On a stress scale of 1 to 10 I am at a 7 at the moment. As long as I get everything done today I know tomorrow will go smooth.

~Amanda

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, Amanda. I'm sending you and to help you lower that 7 down to a 3. Breathe with me now, innnnnnnn and oouuuutttttt. Ahhhh, doesn't that feel better? You can handle whatever this day has in store for you, Amanda.
I know it, you know it, it's not a secret. Have a glass of water and know that I'm thinking about you.

C'mon, Everybody, let's sing to Amanda:

"You've got a frie-e-end, you've got a frie-e-end.
Ain't it good to know you've got a friend?"



OK, Everybody, that was nice, now get back to work. Musical moment over for today!

Erin

 

[toystoryduo]

Amanda,

Sending you lots of to help you get through the day. Take everything one step at at time and you will do fine! Have a wonderful day today!

Tracy

 

[Strings]

Hi amanda,

I'm so glad to hear that Sydney is doing so well. That must be a relief. I hope you got everything accomplished today, so you can coast tomorrow. You deserve a stress free day. I made chicken a la Amanda tonight. It was tasty.

I wanted to thank you for all of your support these last months. I really appreciate it. The friends I have made here have helped me tremendously. I am one lucky lady.

Have a peaceful evening,
Beth

 

[septbride2002]

Okay this is going to ramble a bit. God answers all prayers - just sometimes the answer is No. My SIL got the date that she wanted for the baptism. So after a minor meltdown at work yesterday I was able to find a schedule for this month that will work nicely for everyone. My Dad is feeling a bit put out but he does understand so that is nice. I was able to breathe normally again after an hour. I got everything done that I wanted to yesterday except for getting the shoes for the wedding. I was unable to find any navy blue shoes *sigh* - I'll keep looking. I did manage to pick up a new bra and I am feeling much better in that area . I got my grocery shopping done which is a relief. And Dh helped me do some major pick up around the house so the kitchen, living room, master bedroom, and the bathrooms have been cleaned. They are not spotless but they are at least picked up. Now all I have to do on Friday is vacum and whipe down countertops.

Food yesterday here is the recap:
B: egg, cheese and ham on 1/2 of a croissant
L: Tuna Salad - 2 carbs
S: Peanuts - 5 carbs
D: Baked Chicken Breast and half cup of Noodles and Sauce
S: Pop Tart and a glass of milk

About 9pm I started craving junk food. At one point DH was all ready to go and get ice cream but I knew if I started down that path that I would continue to eat until it was gone so I ended up with the Poptart. And while yes it was junk food and bad for me, I am happy that I did not binge.

My stress level right now is through the roof but I know it will get better after this Saturday. I don't handle stress well at all because it makes me feel out of control. It seems like no matter what direction I turn there is something else there waiting for me. I am going to try and spend time today reflecting on why I am feeling so stressed rather then eating to relieve it. I am now becoming stressed about my weight - I can see it in my face that I am hiding a few extra pounds and water and I don't want my face to be chubby when my friend gets married on the 3rd of October. That gives me 3 solid weeks to get my butt in gear and the pounds down.

Plan for today:
B: An Avacado - yummy! 10 carbs
L: Left over baked Chicken Breast (2 carbs) and broccoli w/cheese
S: String Cheese
D: I think I'll make Shrimp Alfredo and I'll make DH a cheeseburger and fries.
S: Sugar Free Jello

Things to do today:
1. After work I have to run to the dress shop and pick up my dress
2. Call the seamstress and make an appointement to see her.
3. Try to figure out how to incorporate more food into my diet.
4. Walk - it may not be training but I need to workout tonight.

I noticed that my menus look awfully bare compared to everyone else's and this may be what is attributing to my lack of success. Something to think about.

Well onward and downward I guess!

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

"You've got a friend in me, you've got a friend in me......"

Just like the song in Toy Story, Amanda, you've got LOTS of friends here on WISH who are lifting you up in their thoughts and prayers, including me! Take a moment to close your eyes and feel all of us around you.

I know things are really stressful and will continue that way for a few weeks. This will be a tough time, Amanda, but you are stronger than you know and you'll come through it all. It sounds like you've found a workable schedule that you can live with. Just try to schedule some down time when you can. Don't feel guilty for taking an evening just to hang out at home and watch a movie.

I hope you can release some of that stress with a quick stroll this evening.

Have a wonderful day, dear Amanda!

 

[septbride2002]

Hello! i am having a much better day today then I did yesterday. On a stress level rating of 1 to 10 I am at a 5 which is a much needed improvement. I just came home and had a very healthy lunch of chicken, broccoli, and cheese and I'm enjoying my first Diet soda of the day. I've managed to drink 2 glasses of water already. My home looks nice for the moment and I know that what I need to get done tonight will not take that long.

I need to go pack up my string cheese for the rest of the afternoon.

~Amanda

Recap:
B: Avocado - 5 carbs
L: Left over Chicken Breast - 1carb, Broccoli - 2 carbs, and cheese - 1 carb
S: 3 Cream Savers - 13 carbs, Ben and Jerrys - 22 carbs, and 2 things of string cheese - 2carbs
D: Shrimp and broccoli Alfredo - estimating 10 carbs although I doubt it is that high.

Total: 55 carbs.

 

[luvmydogs]

Hi Amanda! Thank you so much for coming to visit my journal--I truly appreciate your kind words and good thoughts!

Amanda, I'm glad today's better for you--stesses can so greatly influence our minds and bodies (and at least for me, make the craving for chocolate go straight through the roof )! I'm so proud of you for saying NO! to the ice cream the other night. Better to keep the cravings in check with one Pop Tart than to binge to the bottom of the ice cream carton (I've sooooo been there)!

I'm sending you all my best as you work towards your health and fitness goals, Amanda! You're doing GREAT!

 

[Strings]

Amanda,

I'm glad you had a better day today. I am sure your family appreciates the effort you are putting forth to make it to all of the events, and the stress it is contributing to your like. Please get adequate rest. I would hate for you to get sick too. Great job resisting the ice cream. I have a 1/2 pint that is call my name. You resisted the binge, and that is great work.

I hope you got your walk in, and you were able to clear your thoughts.

I love the quote in your signature. I was thinking it is about time when she said it.

Have a good evening,
Beth

 

[KLH 1973]

Good job fighting temptation. glad your not as stressed as you were. Keep up the great job.

Kristin

 

[septbride2002]

Good Morning! I ended up having 3 bites of DH's pop tart last night and a small glass of milk. Certainly not a bing and not overly damaging but I wanted to journal it anyway. I am craving milk these days and I don't know why.

Woke up this morning feeling nice and relaxed. I ended up skipping almost everything on my to do list and just vegged on the couch the entire evening - and man was it worth it. I feel like myself today.

Plan for today:
B: 2 eggs scrambled with cheese - 3 carbs
L: I'm thinking either this soup I picked up for 10 carbs or some salami and cheese for 10 carbs
D: Work is taking us out to eat tonight at a place call B.Halls. It is a buffett and I don't know what will be on it. I am going to do my best to avoid the really high carb and junky stuff. I am also going to stick to water for the evening. More for $$ sake rather then worrying about alcohol.

After dinner I have to run to the mall to get some gag gift stuff for the bachlorette party tonight. And I'll run to the grocery store to get some soda. Plus we will need to do the wipe down of the house and the hiding of the stuff we don't want people to see

I have a favor to ask - if everyone could please say a quick prayer for my friend's Baby Sydney. Her parents were sent home from the hospital but she is still up there. Her breathing is regular and the hole in her lung closed but now she is not eating well. My friend is of course miserable and we would love for her to come home today or tomorrow. Right now they are estimating Sunday.

Thanks!

~Amanda

 

[DoeWDW]

Baby Sydney is in my prayers, as are her parents. I had to go home from the hospital 2 days before my DS - he was in the NICU for 4 days. I hope she's ready to come home very soon!

You sound better this morning! I'm glad you took time to de-stress last night. You can face the weekend!

Have fun at the bachelorette party! I'm sure all your hard work will create a memorable time for all involved!

Best wishes for a wonderful day!