Day 44- Hunger Sucks!

Today I was extremely hungry.  It was like the way I felt the first few days of this diet.  I managed to only go over my calorie count by 55 cals. but let me say that was no easy feat.  I seriously had to talk myself out of diving headfirst into a bag of chips all day.  Hopefully tomorrow will be better and my normal appetite will return.
                    -Rachel

Day 38- Deja Vu Thursday!

After sitting down tonight to upload pics...I noticed that 2 out of the 4 meals that I ate today are exactly the same as meals I ate yesterday. My taste buds are experiencing a sense of deja vu for good reason.  My thought is that if you find a meal that you enjoy and it keeps you satisfied why not eat it again another day.  If it makes dieting a little bit easier.
                                   -Rachel

Day 37- Potluck Temptation

Today was the monthly potluck day at my work.  I usually don't work on Wednesdays so this is the first time I've been bombarded with the savory smells and sweet concoctions that have been carefully homemade by my coworkers. Some of the wonderful items included chili,cream cheese/hot pepper jelly, chocolate covered strawberries, and multiple cakes which included an eclair variety. Yum.  While the others tasted a little of everything I stuck to my packed lunch and was very proud of myself for resisting the temptations that could have easily lead into a free for all calorie meltdown.
                                              -Rachel

Day 30- All Day Breakfast

I was craving breakfast foods today.  First I had a flatbread breakfast sandwich, lunch was sausage, then oatmeal, and a granola bar.  I guess breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  Somedays it's the only meal of the day.

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.

Week 3: Weight Loss Update

My weigh-in today resulted in 1.5 lbs lost.  That's a total of 9 lbs.  Also, I ordered another pair of my favorite jeans in a size smaller and they fit. That was really exciting and a great motivation to keep going.

Day 14- The Cupboards Are Bare

I haven't been able to get to the grocery store this week.  The common cold has hit my household.  I personally haven't been sick.   My daughter hasn't been so lucky.  So if my meal combos seem odd over the next few days it's because I'm going through and using up everything we have on hand.
                                 -Rachel

Day 9- Carbs,Carbs, and More Carbs

Today was a day full of carbs.  I was feeling so tired today that I needed the extra boost they provide but I still made sure to have plenty of protein for breakfast.
                               -Rachel

Day 8- Week 1 Weight Loss Update

Today was my weigh-in for Week 1.  As I stepped on the scale this morning I hoped for the best.  I was surprised to see that I have lost 5lbs.  Wow!  Insert big smile here...
                                -Rachel