Lesli's Live Long and Strong WISH Journal

[pearlieq]

Oops!

 

[Lesli54]

Here I am waiting for cupcakes to come out of the oven, of all things! DD17 remembered at 10:45pm that she didn't get a chance to make something for the kids she asst. teaches and tomorrow is her last day with them. Of course, something bought isn't good enough. I wanted to go to bed, but no, I am staying up to make her cupcakes. Wouldn't be so bad if it wasn't food in the middle of the night! Wouldn't be so bad if I didn't need to make 40! Wouldn't be so bad if I had more than 1 cupcake pan! Now I am trying to figure out how I can rest a little without letting the cupcakes burn. You know as good as they smell, I am not really hungry for one.

Now for the news that made my entire day!

I went SHOPPING!

............second batch in........more to go............

Since I have very few clothes that fit me know (and most of those are for around the house), I needed to find some things to make it through my London trip without being nakie. That would surely scare the Brits away! I spent so much more than I had really intended. Okay, for me, let's just say that I went nuts.

............third batch in........first one frosted.............more to go.........

Side note: DH's aunt just went to the hospital with a nose bleed and he has to go get her when she calls and needs a ride home...........It's 30 minutes one way............get the feeling that it's going to be a long night?.......I can't hardly do this late night thing any more.

Back to shopping. I went to Kohl's first and went to the Womens dept. Tons of capris out (which I don't care for) and very few jeans to pick from. Not much on the shirt choices for what I have in mind. At any rate, I picked up a pair of Levis size 18W, just in case I got lucky. Then went and grabbed a pair of Gloria Vanderbuilt 18W Stretch jeans. Found a very cute shirt that was a 1X, but didn't look too big. Time for fitting..........oh how scary! I started with the GV18W Stretch. I could not fit into these in January. Well, I could actually zip, but was poured in, very uncomfortable and my belly and tush stuck out so much that I looked like a ball on two sticks!............Anyway, I know I have lost, so I was going to try. One leg in.......heart pounding.........two legs in..........beating faster............fear strikes ...........I got them on...........afraid to look in the mirror..........Actually not looking to bad ..........then I noticed that there was so much stretch in them that I could pull the front part of the waistband out about 4"!

Oh this just won't do! If I lose a few more lbs, these jeans will fall off, not to mention that once they relax after about 20 minutes, they will look terribly baggy on me. Do I dare try on the Levis? They are not stretch and Levis have a tendency to always be cut wrong.

............fourth batch in, ran out of paper things, but have enough made, so will finish the rest for my little ones tomorrow.......first packed up........second frosted and partially packed..........still haven't licked a finger.

Oh, the Levis. I put one leg in.........and panick was taking hold .........second leg....fear as I had to wiggle slightly ........they zipped! A little snug, not completely cut in half, and as I opened one eye to look in the mirror, I realized that I looked really good! Now, they are snug around the waistband, but everything else fits like a glove! So I bought them. The price? Ouch. But I didn't care because it has been so long since I could put on a pair of jeans that weren't stretch jeans. Not too worried about the snug fit, because that will change real soon and I will be back to baggy. But the greatest news is that once these get to that point, I know I will be out of the Women's section and looking at 16's!

Forgot about the shirt. It fit great! Obviously it is a smaller 1X. Isn't it funny how a 1X can either fit just right, be too small or be too big? It is the most inconsistent size I know. The shirt looks great with the jeans and I just realized that I won't look frumpy, but up to date when I go on DD7's field trip on Thursday. I'm so excited!

Bought a short all weather coat that should protect me from the rain in London. I haven't owned a short spring coat in years.

Of course, one pair of pants and a shirt are not enough, so I went to the mall.

I went in the wrong direction for Lane Bryant, but did find CJ Brooks. Most of the clothes are not my style, but I did find a polo shirt there for $15, so I picked it up. Then on to LB for a quick run through as I had a meeting to attend. Looked through the store and did find a cute shirt that was a cross between a polo and a summer sweater. Of course, I picked up the 14/16 first, but it looked like it was bigger than I thought and hung onto it. Also grabbed an 18/20, more my size. Found another cute shirt that I could wear to DD17's graduation, but it was only in a 14/16. Went to the fitting room.

.............everything is out of the oven..........rest of second is frosted and packed..........part of third is frosted and packed......ran out of frosting........she can do the rest in the morning.

Oh yes, LB. For some stupid reason, I tried on the 14/16 first. I don't know if I just wanted to see how far I needed to go to fit in that or if I just wanted a reason to get frustrated and quit shopping.............You know what? It fit perfectly! I almost cried. I forgot that I had curves going in the right directions. Me, in a 14/16! I haven't worn that in a long time. Well, you know I just had to get that other shirt off the rack and try it on. Only it didn't have the give that the polo/sweater did...............But it fit! I was doing a happy dance in the fitting room. Now I had something really cool and stylish to wear on Sunday. I wanted a dress or a skirt, but couldn't find one. So I will wear my new pretty shirt with a pair of black pants that are a little baggy, but not bad. Unless, I get some time to look some more before the weekend. I even bought new earrings to go with the shirt.

So, I did a fashion show when I got home and DH was loving it. He was really happy to see that I had spent some money on myself. It was a strange feeling, but so exhilirating. About another 2 months and I may have to shop again, but with summer, I think I have enough shorts to get me a ways and the shirts I bought today, should still fit half way decently for awhile.

Well, off to bed.............I am so tired, but I didn't even get tempted with the cupcakes and didn't lick any fingers. Going to finish my water and go to bed, dream pleasant dreams and wait for the hospital to call for DH...........long night.

Good night all. Catch up with you in the morning.

 

[pearlieq]

Wow! What a night--that's so cool that the cupcakes didn't do anything for you.

Sounds like you had a wonderful shopping trip--what fun! What a great motivator--you're going to look great at all of the parties and in London. Yay for you!!!!

I hope you have a great day and enjoy this day!

 

[Lesli54]

Am I alive? I am so tired this morning and the crabbiness of the children can not end soon enough. It's going to be a long one.

DH's aunt is fine. She just had a nose bleed. It sounds bad, but sometimes I think she blows these things out of proportion just to see if someone will come to the hospital to get her. It's always my DH. She will tell the rest of the family today that she wasn't well. She's a spinster and tries to play "who will do this for me now" amongst the neices and nephews. Nice woman, but sometimes you gotta wonder.

Yesterday was pretty good. Especially shopping.

Food was OP. I sprinkled a little taco meat on my salad for lunch and had a few tostitos. Forgot about the PM snack. Supper was about 8:30PM. I had a Lean Cuisine Chicken Chow Mein. I wanted to try that strawberry poppyseed salad at Panera's to eat when I got home, but I was running late on time (just too much fun shopping) that didn't have time to stop. Oh yeah. 1 small spoonful of PB. I ate the PB right after I got home and was waiting for the LC to cook. I was so hungry by that time and craved a little PB. My problem came later when I ate way too fast and was so thirsty that I downed almost 24 oz water in a short time. I was feeling so full on such a little dinner. Just have to remember to slow down. Just over 1000 calories and burned about 3200.

I like Fitday, but I don't record all the activity that I do. Some of it seems like day to day stuff. I figured if I recorded the extra things I do, then I am actually burning more than the charts say, plus it keeps me trying to move more.

Did some more work on the dining room, but didn't get it all done. Too many interruptions. It should be finished today with the exception of rehanging the cabinet doors. That might be tomorrow morning. My exercise for yesterday was the power walking I was doing through the stores. I counted 90 minutes. Other than trying on and glancing at a few racks, I was practically running a marathon to get done quickly.

Breakfast: 1 egg omelet w/ sprinkle of cheese (I actually made an omelet!), 2 slices ham, 1/2 slice 7 grain toast w/ jelly, 1 c. hot tea. 1/2 banana, 1 c. milk
AM snack: veggies
Lunch: Salad with ham or maybe tuna
PM snack: yogurt
Supper: can't think, drawing a blank

Goals for day:
1. Exercise
2. Finish up dining room
3. Finish cleaning other rooms that will be used
4. Bookwork
5. SLEEP?

Gotta go get the kiddies to school. Nice of DH to let me know last minute. Oh well. Have a good day!

 

[calena]

Congrats on the aunt noticing the weight loss. That is a real encouragement to keep going!

 

[Lesli54]

Well, it has officially been 2 months since taking the WISH challenge.

Here I had thought that I had blown a good part of the last month, but the weight and clothing sizes tell me different. Also, I noticed that when I looked back, most of my days weren't too bad. Far better than in the "before". However, I did have too many sweets and unhealthy snacks than I would have liked.

What I know now:
1. If I don't get up very early, it is unlikely that I will get much dedicated exercise done.
2. My AM snack is still very important for maintaining a good day.
3. I can plan lunch with little problem, but supper still needs work.
4. I can't stay awake all night like I used to.
5. I do my best on days when I keep myself busy.
6. I need to take a power nap if my body is tired.

Things I have learned:
1. Fast food and junk food doesn't taste so good anymore.
2. It is possible to stick with a weight loss program for more than a week.
3. Continuing on with my program, no matter how much I feel derailed is truly the most important thing in succeeding.
4. Having support has made all the difference in the world this time around.
5. I can still find excuses for not exercising.
6. When I am tired, I make very bad decisions.
7. An occasional GREAT treat is much better than a mediocre treat that occurs more frequently.
8. It is possible to take vitamins for more than a couple weeks.
9. It really is possible to eat between 900-1300 calories and feel very full and satisfied.

Things that changed:
1. I am more energetic.
2. I can take most days in stride and have more patience.
3. I can wear 18W pants that are not stretchy.
4. I can wear a 14/16 shirt.
5. About the only time I notice discomfort in my feet now is when they are retaining some water.
6. I crave fresh "fast food" places (like Panera's) over greasy fast food.
7. For the most part, my meals and snacks are pretty well controlled.
8. I can navigate a social situation with food fairly well. It just takes a plan.
9. Using Fitday to record my food intake and activity level.

Things I still need to work on:
1. EXERCISE. Need I say more?
2. I still need to prepare some suppers ahead of time.
3. Keeping away from the sweets and junk from time to time.
4. A well stocked kitchen.

This starts my third month. I started this last month at 222.5 lbs. and now weigh 214. That is a total of 8.5 lbs gone. Much better than last month. My total loss since beginning the program is 16lbs.

I have revised my original goals to reflect my weight loss (Looking better all the time.)
1. 4lbs lost by DD17 HS graduation and trip to England (this Sunday & Tuesday, it will be close and that is good enough)
2. 14lbs lost by trip to WDW (early June, this might be doable)
3. 34lbs lost by anniversary (mid Aug)
4. 49lbs lost by trip to Atlanta (early Oct)
5. 64lbs lost by Thanksgiving!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hit the goal!!!!!!!!!!!

It is hard to believe that I am so close to making two of my weight goals. I feel great!

3rd mini goal reward: A nice hat from London (just lost those 5lbs, the hat is mine!)
4th mini goal reward: A pedicure and manicure at SSR in June.

I want to thank all who visit my journal and give me encouragement. Your support has meant so much and I know that it is a HUGE key in the the success I have had on this journey.

 

[TPCShauna]

I have now officially made it half way through your journal - first 6 pages and page 14. I love how thorough you are when journaling your day. It's amazing how you do everything you do and still manage to raise your family. I can't help thinking I would not be able to do school, work, GS and have kids. Something, somewhere would have to give.

Some of your foods sounded great! I would love to have the recipe for the Dijon roasted salmon and your yummy tuna salad wrap.

How exciting about your clothes sizes!!! Congratulations! What a great feeling knowing what a huge accomplishment you've made. I can't wait to go clothes shopping and see the difference. Your trip to London sounds like so much fun. I adore afternoon tea. You may have already said this and I just haven't read it yet, but is the trip for a special occasion? What are you guys going to do while you are there?

Congratulations on how far you have come in the past 2 months. Like those goofy commercials always say, "You've come a long way baby!!". Great job!

Thanks for all of the wonderfully positive comments you have added to my journal. I appreciate your input. Have a fabulous day!!

Cheers!

 

[rcyannacci]

Wow! What a great idea to post your progress like this! You have so much to be proud of!!!

I kept nodding my head at your list of things you've learned...I feel the same way on almost all of those points.

Anyway, I'm inspired to do the same on my thread, hopefully before I leave town this weekend.

That hat in London is SO yours!

 

[Lesli54]

Yes, that shopping trip was a great motivator and it was nice that some people are starting to notice the difference in me.

How do I do it all? I don't know. Funny thing is that I could probably get it done faster and have more time to myself if I could ever get some of these rare occurence things done. I have worked, gone to school, done GS, and been a single mom before. Also, worked at home, gone to school, done GS, raise 4 kids and a DH. You just learn where to cut back or it will be done for you with not so great results.

Looking forward to reading your accomplishments Christin. I borrowed the idea from Pearlieq and I think it really helps keep me focused.

Yesterday. Some good, some not. I was very busy. Didn't get as much done as I would have liked. I did take a 30 min nap though which helped some, but unfortunately it was after midnight when I got to bed and then I was awakened by thunderstorms.

Food was on plan through lunch, which was salad w/ tuna. It lacked a little flavor, so I will have to work on that, but it was good. Unfortunately, because of the little flavor I found myself in the tostitos and nacho cheese. A couple was one thing, but then I got tired and ate some more, however it did not amount to more than 1 serving, which is good, but bad enough. Tired some more and I grabbed a handful of chex cereal. That was it! I decided to take a nap before I did too much damage. Slept through the PM snack, but that was okay since I wasn't good. Supper ended up being 2 slices of pizza. We are so busy here and very little time to stop for dinner. I was starving and almost inhaled that first slice so I drank a lot of water and went back to working. It helped alot as I could only eat 1 more slice after that. But then I was getting tired again. Not hungry at all, but I eyed the cupcakes that I finished baking. Yes, I ate a small one. It was alright but not what I was looking for. Then DH had popcorn and I ate about 1 c. Still, I was under 1300 calories and I burned probably about 3800.

Today is a tired day as well, so I need to be extra careful. I didn't have any eggs left or ham so no protein for breakfast. This is going to be a long day. I think I better get lots of protein for lunch.

DD17's last day of school was yesterday. Today she is at Six Flags in Chicago and probably freezing. It is still hard for me to imagine that she is done with school. I think I am going into numb mode right now. I am not sure how hard Sunday will be as far as emotions. DD15 is doing basketball cheerleading tryouts this week. It is always something.

Breakfast: 2/3 c. cream of wheat, almost 1 yogurt, 6 oz grapefruit juice (I think I need groceries)
AM Snack: veggies
Lunch: Tuna wrap & small salad
PM snack: fruit and milk
Supper: I don't know, maybe sandwiches.

Goals for day:
1. Exercise
2. Finish as much cleaning as possible (it takes time when everyone is so busy)
3. Play catch up on everything in my office
4. Work on photos for Sunday
5. Go to bed at a decent time.

I am so tired, but I better get moving or I won't get anything done. I will try to catch up with everyone later.

 

[pearlieq]

I, too, wonder how you do it all! I can't imagine how you manage a house, a husband, a job, side interests/project, and 4 kids and all that goes with it! I can see where those 3800 calories go!

We almost got a free trip to OZ last night, didn't we. It didn't really hit here until about 5am, but it let loose--lightning, rain, hail--the works! Luckily it seems to be shaping up to a decent day--hopefully your DD has fun!

Looks like the carb monster is on a rampage and out to get us all--seem to be a theme in everyone's journal today! Glad to hear you got a power nap yesterday--I'm sure you needed it!

I loved reading your list of changes/accomplishments/things you've learned. It's a great way to keep yourself on track. Looking forward to all you accomplish in the months ahead!

Have a great day!!!

 

[goldcupmom]

Wow! I'm so inspired by your list and so many of the things you've learned I could simply repeat.

You and DD will have such a wonderful time in London. That is what my DD (who's only 13) has already said she wants as a Graduation gift. What a neat thing and memory builder for you both. You'll have to post a pic of your new HAT!!!!! I just know it's coming!!

Hang in there, and if Graduation is emotional, GOOD!!! It should be. You've accomplished as much as she has and she couldn't have done it without you.

Have a great day!

 

[TPCShauna]

I'm sorry you are so tired. Being tired really sabotages dieting efforts because you just want to grab whatever. Last night I wanted pancakes and bacon like nobody's business because I just felt too tired to make something for myself to eat. Good sense prevailed but I totally see where you are coming from.

My mom cried at my graduation. It's normal for you to want to. Your daughter is the person she is today because of you. This is an accomplishment for both of you and an emotional one to boot since she is entering a new stage of her life. You should feel free to cry as a celebration of where you have been together and where you will go. Enjoy!

And I am so jealous of your English hat! I love nice hats and it really is hard to find them here. Have a wonderful hat shopping experience!

 

[rcyannacci]

Just wanted to stop by before I leave for Hilton Head to wish you a great trip to London! (I'll enjoy the sun, but I'd rather be with you and your daughter at the London theatres! -BTW- it might not be impossible to get tickets to Mary Poppins. Just show up the day of at the theatre box office and see if there were any cancelations. You never know...it's supposed to be fantastic!)

BTW- I was a basketball cheerleader in high school and had a blast! I still love watching Basketball! Good luck to your DD! And congratulations to the graduate!!!

 

[Lesli54]

Yes, I am late getting the journaling done. Up early this morning to go on a field trip with DD7 and it is very cold here. Needless to say, we were not told that the playhouse theater we went to did not have heat! Then we went to a park for lunch and the kids were allowed to play for 1 hour! Next, we went to a museum. I was thinking warmth. No, it was an outdoor museum where the kids learn about life in the 1800's! I am still frozen to the bone.

Yesterday was off track with food. After breakfast, DH wanted to go for Chinese lunch. I tried to be good and didn't do too bad, but ate a little too much. PM snack was skipped because I was just too full. I had a meeting to attend so supper was very late. I was going to do a salad, but still wasn't hungry after that lunch, (and recording on Fitday was a little scary) so I had celery and PB. However, I still managed about 1100 calories for the day.

Got somethings on the list done, but not all.

TOM is here which explains some of the sweet cravings and the 1.5lbs up yesterday. Did well on water yesterday which I think accounted for the weight staying the same (at least not increased). At least I won't have to deal with TOM on my trip to London.

Breakfast: 1 slice 7 grain w/ thin spread PB, 1 c. milk (in a hurry and very little groceries)
AM snack: none (on field trip)
Lunch: 1 slice 7 grain w/ 2 slices ham, 1 yogurt, 1 of DD's chips
PM snack: 1 slice ham (no fruit in the house)
Supper: Hoping for Panera's (DD17 and I are going power shopping)

Goals for rest of day:
1. Finish all cleaning (I think we are almost there. My house really isn't that bad, but the major cleaning is happening in shifts as everyone is busy, so it takes longer.)
2. Pick up a few things for graduation
3. Work on pictures tonight

I better get going, the faster I get out the door, the sooner I can get back and relax. Will try to hit some more journals later.

 

[pearlieq]

Hey! There you are! The field trip sounds really cool, if a bit frosty! Hope you bundled up!!! Don't you just love living up here? Silly me let the house get down to 62 tonight because I had the thermostat set for AC not heat--I love having to switch from one to the other every day!!!

Hope you had a good time for lunch--it sounds like a fun splurge. It looks like it all balanced out for the day.

That's so awesome you can get TOM out of the way before your trip--you won't have a thing to worry about. I've been curious for a while--how did the trip come about? Is there something special DD will be doing there, or has it always just been a dream of hers to go?

Have fun shopping tonight! Hope you get your Panera!

 

[goldcupmom]

You sound so in control! GREAT job!

Have fun with graduation weekend. Your trip is almost here!

 

[Lesli54]

Cold again today. I realized after I got home from the field trip that I had the temp down in the 60's and set on AC as well. No wonder my house wasn't warm. Feel like cranking up the heat some more today. Is this May? It sure doesn't feel like it.

Did the power shopping with DD17 and managed to find something decent for her to wear for graduation. We would have been home sooner, but I kept getting sidetracked. I just am not as concerned about having the house ready as DH is. It always works out and we always try to do a few more things than are necessary so who cares if some of those are left for later, the guests don't know. I have so much bookwork to do before I leave on Tues and just don't know where to fit it in. Plus there is still some pre-trip shopping to do. Today I want to have things ready so that I can set up for graduation tomorrow night and not have to worry about it on Sunday. I have mints to make today and cakes to bake, so I can decorate them tomorrow.

Took off a lb from the TOM weight gain! Hopefully tomorrow, I will be down to where I started and then some. It may have been down more today, but I didn't eat until 9:30pm last night. There were good intentions, but the focus was the shopping. I did get my Panera's though and since we were running late, I just took it home. I ate half of my Strawberry Poppyseed salad w/o chicken (which was a very nice salad, thanks Pearlieq), had french onion soup, and about a 3" piece of french bread. My calories were light yesterday, so eating the bread didn't bother me. Got in almost 100oz water.

We did a lot of walking in the mall and at one point I commented that the store we needed to go to was clear on the other side (I actually contemplated going back to the car and driving around, as if that would take less time ). DD17 quickly reminded me that at least I was getting my walking in. Good point. Changed my attitude quickly and counted 1.5 hrs (not the leisurely browse) towards exercise.

Breakfast: 1/2 slice 7 grain toast w/ smidge of PB, 1/2 a sm apple, 1 c. milk, 2 slices ham
AM snack: veggies
Lunch: Tuna wrap (Shauna, I will get you the recipe as soon as things calm down)
PM snack: yogurt
Supper: ? Anything that is quick, healthy and well proportioned

Goals for day:
1. Exercise
2. Make sure all rooms are ready to go
3. Bills and bookwork (somewhere, but gotta be done)
4. Begin food prep for party
5. Plus a million and one other things

Pearlieq - You asked about how the trip came about. I have always wanted to take my children to another country to broaden their horizons and to show them some of the fun that I had when I went. (Although I've never been to London) The best time for anyone to go is when they are young as it gets harder to get away when you are older. Anyway, DD17 and I were going to take a tour to Europe a few yrs ago with a friend and her daughter, but they had a family illness days before the trip and cancelled, so we did too. It was fine, and for them it was good as the illness eventually lead to a funeral. So this year we were going to try again and were going until my friend had a very bad car accident earlier this year that she is still recovering from. So we cancelled the tour, again. DH and I talked about it and decided to make it a mother/daughter trip for graduation and asked DD17 where she really wanted to go. She said London, since she hopes to study there in a few years and this is her chance to check things out. We just didn't think that it was fair to keep cancelling this trip on her, as she has worked so hard over the last few years to earn money to go (she doesn't know yet that we have decided to foot the bill as a grad gift). So, now I have to do it for the rest of my children, but that is ok. DD15 wants to go to Rome (I've been to Italy, but not Rome).

Well, I better check a couple of journals and get going, there is much to do. I will try very hard to journal when I can over the next few days, but probably won't be around much.

 

[goldcupmom]

Sounds like you are way under control. Somehow I don't doubt that you will get everything that needs done, done, and the rest probably really didn't matter anyway.

Are you making those yummy midwest cream cheese mints? How will you ever be able to resist them? It would be my undoing.

I'm glad DD found something to wear for Graduation. It will be such a beautiful, memory making time.

your trip sounds great. Soon you will be able to get on the plane, take a deep breath and RELAX!!! How long will you be gone?

Have a great weekend and, if I don't get here before, have a wonderful and safe trip. I'll be anxious to hear the trip report when you get back!

 

[pearlieq]

Where, oh where did May go??? It was happy to just be able to ditch my sweater today--forget about shorts!!!

Sounds like you had a great time last night--I bet it was nice to get a few quiets minutes with DD before everything begins. I'm so happy for you--you must be so proud.

I'm sure everything will come together beautifully for the party--you certainly don't strike me as the kind of woman who doesn't know how to get things done!!!

Glad to hear the TOM weight gain is going away! Happy you liked the salad--I think I'm off to go get one now myself.

Your trip sounds so great--what a wonderful gift for your DD, and what a special time you two will always have to look back on. I hope you have a fabulous time!

Enjoy the next couple of days! Congrats to your DD!!!

 

[Lesli54]

Going to make this quick as it is now time to go into cake mode. I need to get them baked so I can decorate them tonight. No worries about licking fingers, other than to taste the frosting to make sure it is right and doesn't taste too funky.

Yesterday was a whirlwind day. So much done, yet so much to do. All rooms are clean and I can begin set up tonight. It will make it so much easier on me tomorrow. The mints are made (yes, the good cream cheese kind) and cheese is cut, bagged and ready to set out. Although DD15 put all that cheese at the front of the fridge where it can tempt my cheese loving family! Luckily I moved it before anyone found it or it would probably be gone before tomorrow. Punch is made and frozen (tastes better slushy). Thinking of making another batch tonight so I don't run out. DH is taking care of the veggie and fruit trays at the store. Less work for me!

I did the bulk of the shopping this morning. So today is cakes, ham rolls, start the taco dip (a layered salad almost a meal in itself, but very fattening) tonight so I can throw it together in the morning. Plus I have to attend a graduation party this afternoon for a friend of mine. Only staying about an hour and I probably won't eat there since I plan on eating before hand. Tonight is Baccalaureate so I need to get as much done now as I can.

Oh yeah, food yesterday. Missed both planned snacks. Lunch was a tuna wrap. Then I had 14 tostito chips dipped in cheese sauce. I started to get tired so I grabbed a handful of chex. You think I would learn that the right foods would not make me tired, but I grab the wrong stuff. Old habits die hard. Still tired and almost grabbed the wrong stuff again, but went for 2 ham slices to get some protein. Later I wanted something sweet, so I ate 4 nilla wafers and 1/2 c. milk. Not a bad treat. Supper was about 8:00? Can't remember for sure. It wasn't anything good for me. I had about 1c. of fried mushrooms, although I didn't eat the batter on all of them, just wanted the mushrooms. and about 2 bites of DS's hamburger. Not a great supper, and not enough quality food, but I am lacking time and energy to prepare something. Should have grabbed an LC. The funny (or stupid) thing is, I coulnd't think of anything I wanted for take out since it was all greasy, but told myself I needed something. I was going to make the LC, but somehow convinced myself that it would take too much time (a few minutes in the microwave?) and I wasn't even tempted by the shakes the kids had. Ate about 2 mints, just enough to make sure they had the right flavor. Oh well. New day.

Scale hasn't moved, I assume that it is because my eating isn't disciplined right now even though I am moving alot. Also, I am not getting enough sleep. Will have to fix that tonight. I hope.

Breakfast: 1 egg omelet w/chives & sprinkle cheese, 1 c. milk, 1/2 slice 7 grain toast w/ smidge PB, 1 sm banana (Late getting this as I had to get the grocery shopping done before everyone else ran out for work.)
AM snack: carrots
Lunch: Chicken breast on bun w/ onion (cookout day)
PM snack: yogurt
Supper: LC if we fend for ourselves (half will be working and won't eat until after the ceremony tonight) Or maybe, I will come up with something good.

Goals for day:
1. A little bookwork that needs to go out
2. Bake cakes and decorate
3. Do rest of food prep
4. Set up for tomorrow
5. Get to bed at a decent time

Notice, I am not trying to fit in exercise. I am still up and moving alot, so I do know that it counts, I just don't know how to count it.

Gotta go. I MIGHT get back before tomorrow morning to check a few more journals.