Doreen's New Way of Life (comments are welcome)

[septbride2002]

Great night Doe! I knew you could do it today! I especially like your menu - it is making me want to make some tacos! Of course I crave Mexican 24/7 these days.

~Amanda

 

[Strings]

Great job today Doe. I'm sure you will through tomorrow.

Beth

 

[tlgoblue]

Good Morning Doreen! Sounds like things are going well for you! Your weekend was not a total loss, and even with the cake, hey, as long as it didn't throw you too far from the wagon, you will be fine! I was reading about your monthly reward. I think I need to get a new perspective on this. I usually have a monthly failure, (right around my "monthly" ) and I think I should start considering it a reward. That way, won't feel so bad when I get crazy and go off plan. I should just count on it as part of my plan. Funny how many things we learn about ourselves through this process of healthy living. Hey, learning is healthy!

Have a great day !
Tracy

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, dear WISH-sis, good morning to you! Do you hear me singing?

I hope you have another FANTASTIC day! Wow! Look at all you're accomplishing for yourself this month! Your stats are great!

Hmmm, about your reward. . .maybe we can get some ideas at the mall. We'll have to check out our favorite stores again.

,
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

I finally made it to my journal! I've been a busy girl so far today. I was getting ready for work when DS informed me that he needed a strep throat culture. His throat was really hurting, especially when he swallowed. He had a dry hacking cough, muscle aches, swollen glands - all the usual symptoms. So I dropped DD at school & took him to the doc. The quickie culture says no strep but I'm betting I'll get a call tomorrow or Thursday that he's got it.

DS didn't feel too bad & he was starving so I took him out for breakfast and stopped by the store for hard candy & frozen treats. I even picked up a pint of the new Ben & Jerry's Carb Karma Vanilla Swiss Almond ice cream for me! I could eat the whole pint & it would count as 8 carbs! Of course the sugar alcohols would make me sick....LOL.....so I guess I'll savor it in smaller doses.

So we're back home and settling in for a relaxing day. I'll pick DD up after school and will ride along when DH drives her and her friend to baton and dance classes tonight. I have some chicken in the fridge so I'm going to try to make Amanda's chicken quesadilla recipe - hey, I've got all day, right?

Goals for the day:
1. Meds & vitamins already taken.
2. Water - 1 mug down, 4 mugs to go.
3. Food - Breakfast was 2 scrambled eggs & ham (3g). I'm stuffed so I might only have a snack this afternoon - plenty of legal snacks around. Dinner will be chicken quesadillas - minimal carbs. I have legal treats if my sweet tooth calls me. It should easily be a cheat free day!
4. Exercise - Did my Pilates this morning first thing. I may get the longer workout DVD out and pick one or two exercises to add into my morning routine.

I have to focus on my water and mind my food for the rest of the day. I'm feeling very sunny!

Erin, I like your idea of checking out the mall for my monthly reward. I think I just might be able to make my goals for the month!

 

[sharoncity]

Hi Doe!! You are sounding so bright and today!!! Good for you!
Sorry DS is feeling poorly. But nice that you and he had a little one on one time this morning. I really miss that from when my guy was in preschool - he's 1st grade now. His sister was in school all day and we got a few hours to ourselves. It was a very nice time for us.
Have a nice quiet day and GET THAT WATER IN!!!
TTFN-
Sharon

 

[Mom of Sleepy Bashful and BabyDoc]

Hey Doe,

Things are lookin pretty good over here. I like to visit places.

I started monthly goals, also. I thought you came up with a good idea so I have incorporated it into my journal. I think it's going to help (especially with the exercise and water)

Keep up the great work!

 

[DoeWDW]

I almost got carried away with the low carb treats today, but I stopped myself. I had half of the Ben & Jerry's ice cream (4g) and then a CarbSmart ice cream bar (5g) - I HAD to compare them!! I'm feeling a bit gaseous, so I know I overdid it but I'll be fine in a few hours.

I also had 2 Dove chocolates (7g). Combine all that with breakfast and I'm up to 19g for the day. I have chicken in the oven and will only need 30g max for dinner IF I use a tortilla for my chicken quesadillas. I may just have the chicken, salsa & cheese, though. Either way, it will be a cheat free day for me! YAY!!

I'm working on my last mug of water - no problem there either!

I think I'll roll my bear's number and assume all will be well tonight. I'm thinking positive here!

DS is still taking ibuprofen for his sore throat & I'll have to pick up some cough meds so he can sleep tonight. Unless he spikes a fever or feels a whole lot worse he's going to school tomorrow.

I'll be back at work and into the weekday routine tomorrow!

 

[DavidandDenise]

Doreen~It sounds like you are having a great week! You are definitely an inspiration to all of us w/ your attitude and making sure you just take it one day at a time. I love the mall idea as an award! If you love shopping half as much as I do, it will be definite motivation and I KNOW you'll make your goals this month. No harm in comparing the two treats, either! I hope DS starts feeling better soon! Take care of you; you don't need to be ill too! Have a great night!

 

[LAinSEA]

To compare Ice Creams if you give a detailed critique. After all, we all don't have 60 carbs to spend each day, and it's really important for me to know if it should be Ben & Jerry's or CarbSmart.

You're doing really great. I hope that your son is feeling better real soon. The sore throat, lose your voice thing has been going around our office. It seems to last about a week - only a couple of days of bed rest needed and a whole lot of at work suffering. Hope it's not strep - so far it isn't here.

Thanks again for all you caring support. I'm not real good at noticing the PM's down at the bottom of the screen - people must think I'm crazy answering messages weeks later.

Keep that D-zone monster on a short leash, OK?

-Laurie

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, Doe-Doe. How's DS this morning? Treat yourself right today and stick your tongue out at the EVM as you go past (uh, just make sure no one sees you).

I'm looking forward to Saturday.

Erin

 

[Strings]

Hi Doe,

I just wanted to check in with you. I hope DS is feeling better. Hopefully work won't be too stressful. Dzone has enough stress. Here's some to help you on your day.

and
Beth

 

[DoeWDW]

Thanks to all for stopping by! I'll try to get around to journals later today.

Last night went as planned. I had a chicken breast with some shredded Mexican 4 cheese blend melted on top with some salsa - no tortilla (didn't need it). This was as close as I could get to Amanda's chicken quesadillas and it was wonderful!! I'll be making this a regular menu item. Of course the rest of my family wouldn't eat it but the plain chicken was there for them. I had sf jello & whipped cream for dessert. I met all my goals for yesterday!

DS is feeling worse so I'm off work again today. The lab still says his strep culture is negative - we'll be heading to the doc's office this morning to see if they've got any suggestions and to get a note for his absence from school.

Goals for today:
1. Meds & vitamins taken.
2. Water - 2 mugs down, 3 to go.
3. Food - Breakfast was a protein bar (2g). Lunch will be chicken quesadillas a la Amanda (6g) (how's that for mixing Spanish & French ). It was so good last night that I can hardly wait to have more for lunch! Dinner - possibly a cheeseburger (2g). There are pleny of snacks around if I need them.
4. Exercise - Pilates. I did the 20 minute exercises but added in some from the 50 minute workout as well. I'm really proud of myself for sticking with this so many days in a row and actually still enjoying it rather than seeing it as a chore!

Laurie, the Ben & Jerry's Carb Karma Vanilla Swiss Almond ice cream is basically mediocre low carb vanilla ice cream with yummy dark chocolate covered whole almonds in it. The almonds are definitely the highlight! I prefer the CarbSmart Klondike ice cream bars that have vanilla ice cream (better tasting, I think) covered with a crunchy chocolate coating. However, in the interest of my low-carb WISH friends, I'll probably try them both again just to make sure!

Also, Laurie, I'll work on contacting my friend & get the info back to you. Don't worry about missing the PM - next time I'll post a head's up in your journal.

I'll be back later with updates but now it's off to the doc's again.

 

[septbride2002]

Just a suggestion but ask the Dr to see if DS has a sinus infection. Whenever I get them my throat hurts like I have strep and sometimes my ears will hurt as well.

You had a great day yesterday! I love your dinner - I may have to try that - I've never done it without the tortilla before. hmmm.....

Have a great day today sweetie!

~Amanda

 

[vald1977]

I sure hope your son is feeling better soon, Doreen. That chicken sounds really good. I may just have to try that next week .

 

[Cheryl N. WI]

Hi Doe

It looks like your having a great week sticking to you goals! I hope your son gets to feeling better very soon!!! I dug through my exercise tapes and found my Pilates tape! It has 2 different 20 min. workouts on it so I think I'll give it a try this morning when I get done on the treadmill.

Have a GREAT day. Sending some pixie dust to get you son feeling better.

Cheryl

 

[toystoryduo]

Good morning Doe!
You are doing a great job with your food and exercise! My friend loaned me her Windsor Pilates DVDs and I'm going to give them a try tomorrow. I'm hoping to incorporate them with the FIRM on my rotation schedule.

I hope that your DS starts to feel better soon. Any news from the doctor today?

Have a gr8 day!

 

[DoeWDW]

Thanks for all the well-wishes for DS! You guys are so sweet! He's 16 yrs old, but I think he's really enjoying hanging out at home with Mom taking care of him.

Amanda, the doc checked for a sinus infection - none so far, but he gave me a prescription for antibiotics just in case one flares up. Thanks so much for the heads up!

At this point, DS' symptoms seem viral so we'll ride it out. He did get a prescription for some heavy duty cough meds with codeine for home and a note to take his over-the-counter cough meds & cough drops at school. The kids aren't even allowed to carry Lifesavers without a dr's note!!

Now I'm off to make some lunch - I'm starving and the yummy chicken is calling me!! DS is having biscuits to soothe his tummy & then taking more meds - poor kid.

 

[sharoncity]

Hi Doe! OOHHH how nice to have a couple of unanticipated days off from work! I know DS being sick is not good, but those sick kids days are so nice sometimes. You get to make a nice dinner at a reasonable hour, the laundry gets caught up, the house picked up..... The weekend will find you with some extra free time this week! Gotta look for the positives, right?!
Yesterday looks great for your goals. That chicken sounds delicious!!! I think I'll have to give it a try. Sounds pretty WW friendly too!
Keep up the great work with your exercise! You are putting me to shame Doe!!
Have a wonderful, day!! Hope DS is feeling better!
TTFN-
Sharon

 

[honeymo78]

Doe I'm glad to hear you're sticking to plan even though your DS's illness had thrown you for a bit of a loop. I'm so proud of you for doing your pilates - I need to follow your example. Have a great day and keep up the great work.