Day 58

Day 52- Kit Kat Attack

Okay girls this post is for you. I know that at "certain times" I crave chocolate.  I'm not talking about "oh, it sure would be nice to have a piece of chocolate" but "OH SWEET JESUS! I NEED CHOCOLATE NOW!" This is what happened to me today on my way out of work...so instead of fighting it I gave in a picked up a kit kat bar.  The whole bar was only 210 calories but that is a small price to pay for heaven. It Happens.
                         -Rachel

Day 35- No Time For Snacking

Today was super busy even too busy for snacking!  Better luck tomorrow.
                             -Rachel

Day 31- Local Eats!

A great way of getting some variety in your diet is to try new restaurants.  Today I ate at a local place called "La Famiglia" A Southern Italian Deli.  The special of the day was pizza with pulled pork and caramelized apricots. Not your normal pepperoni and cheese pizza...but absolutely delicious.  It only took 2 very small pieces before I was stuffed.  My taste buds like variety and I seem to fill up faster when they are tasting something full of flavor or with unexpected flavor combinations.  Try it. Not only will you be supporting small businesses you'll be supporting a smaller you.

                                                                                                                              -Rachel

Week 4: Weight Loss Update

This week I lost another pound.  Wow, that sounds like I just misplaced it and will later find it next to my car keys or that earring I lost 2 years ago. But no! I made that pound leave like an annoying boyfriend.  I sent that pound to the curb.  It's alot of hard work losing weight so take charge and congratulate yourself on even the smallest of accomplishments.
                               
                                           -Rachel
PS: That makes 10 lbs gone for good.

Day 20- The McRib Experience

Today my daughter and I went on a journey of the taste buds.  We had never experienced a McRib from none other than the infamous McDonalds.  I know what you're thinking.  Unhealthy and Calorie filled. I think sometimes you just have to enjoy a new experience within reason.  We split the sandwich and fries...and may I say it was quite tasty.  The bbq sauce they use is both sweet and sour with a kick of spicy.  Now I can understand why people are so psyched when they come back.  I won't be eating another though till the next time their available.  It's an occasional treat.  Definitely not something to live on everyday.  But experiencing another first was fun.

Day 5- A Day of Comfort Food

Ahh...chili,burger,pizza.  How I love thee. Who says you can't lose weight while eating comfort foods?
                            -Rachel

Day 4- Shout Out to Momma Chai

A nice big cup of homemade chai tea hit the spot on such a cold gloomy day. The chai mix was courtesy of my mom. Yum!
                             -Rachel