The Scale Moved In The Same Direction For Both Of Us!
After two months on Level 1, the scale was kind to us this morning. My husband lost the 2 pounds he gained (after a cheating quite a bit) a couple weeks ago, so he's back to a 21 pound loss. And, I'm thrilled to announce that I lost another pound. Yeah! So, that puts me at a 14 pound loss, total. Only one more pound, and I'm halfway to my goal.
I can't seem to say it enough about this plan. But it has really worked for me. I've never tried a plan that resulted in this kind of loss after such a short time. And, I've tried many over the years. Prior to Sexy Forever, the best I EVER did, on those other plans, was lose 13 pounds after SIX months! It was frustrating, as you can imagine.
And the best part ... the food is fabulous! There are many times when my husband and I say ... "this meal can't be on any diet plan. It's too good."
Breakfast - I love, love, love my frozen gluten-free waffles and natural peanut butter. I'd have them every morning, if I could. I can't help it! I'm a carb girl!
AM Snack - Bowl of mixed, fresh fruit.
Lunch - Leftover Chicken with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Syrup (from Day 58). This tasted wonderful, even as leftovers. Plus, a salad.
PM Snack - Tomato Pizza Bites (SS web site). This was such a fast and pretty snack. Perfert as an appetizer for a party. It calls for 3 ingredients; medium tomatoes, pepperoni, and feta cheese.
I used the turkey pepperoni because I had some in the freezer. First, cut up the tomatoes into 5 slices and lay on a microwavable plate. Then top each with one slice of pepperoni and the cheese. Microwave until the cheese has melted; about one minute, or less. Very satisfying and fun.
Dinner - I'm still very preoccupied with my new cards designs for Sugar Notes. So, no time to make something today. My hubby stopped on his way home and picked up a roasted chicken from the deli and I opened a can of organic, green beans to go with it.
Thank goodness for deli departments. They save the day!
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Friday, April 29, 2011
Level 1 - Day 59
I Induldged In A Guilty Pleasure
I'll fess up. I'm a huge romantic at heart. And, I think this is evident in many of the card designs and sentiments I create for Sugar Notes. I am a very passionate person.
So, call me romantic ... or wacky ... or even silly ... but my husband and I got up at the crack of dawn ... 4:00 A.M. to be exact ... to watch the live coverage of the fairy tale wedding of William and Kate. And, we weren't disappointed. It was grand, yes. But it was also fresh, modern, simple, and yet, very intimate. What a lovely couple. And it's clear they truly love one another. How refreshing.
We also toasted the couple, in time for the live coverage of the "first kiss", with a glass of champagne and a lovely breakfast. The whole morning was touching, partly because my hubby and I are still mad about each other after lots of years of marriage. Hopefully, William and Kate will be so lucky, too.
Below are our meals for the day:
Breakfast - Fruit; then waited 20 minutes. Afterwards, fried eggs in butter. The secret is to put a lid on the eggs as they get a nice crust around the edges. Also, 2 links of breakfast sausage ... and a toasted sweet bread roll. Plus, a small glass of champagne (leftover from Easter).
AM Snack - One serving of fruit.
Lunch - A big salad.
PM Snack - A slice of cheese.
Dinner - Chicken with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Syrup (SS web site) plus canned, organic green beans.
This recipe has two sauces for double the pleasure, as together they made dry chicken breasts very moist and extremely flavorful. And, I must confess that I didn't expect to like the balsamic syrup, as I thought it would be too overpowering. But, I was wrong. It was a superb compliment to the goat cheese mixture. They balanced each other remarkably well. What a nice surprise.
There are a lot of steps to this recipe, but well worth the effort. Plus, I made enough for two more meals. How fabulous is that?
Basically, you make a basil pesto, which is fairly quick. Then, you saute lots of garlic; then remove from pan and place in a bowl. Next, fry the chicken until golden brown; 4-5 minutes per side. While that's cooking, add some softened goat cheese and balsamic vinegar to the sauteed garlic.
Put the chicken breasts in a casserole dish and spread with the goat cheese mixture; then place in the oven for 5 minutes while you make the balsamic syrup. Finally, drizzle the balsamic syrup over the chicken and you have a meal fit for a king ... and queen.
I'll fess up. I'm a huge romantic at heart. And, I think this is evident in many of the card designs and sentiments I create for Sugar Notes. I am a very passionate person.
So, call me romantic ... or wacky ... or even silly ... but my husband and I got up at the crack of dawn ... 4:00 A.M. to be exact ... to watch the live coverage of the fairy tale wedding of William and Kate. And, we weren't disappointed. It was grand, yes. But it was also fresh, modern, simple, and yet, very intimate. What a lovely couple. And it's clear they truly love one another. How refreshing.
We also toasted the couple, in time for the live coverage of the "first kiss", with a glass of champagne and a lovely breakfast. The whole morning was touching, partly because my hubby and I are still mad about each other after lots of years of marriage. Hopefully, William and Kate will be so lucky, too.
Below are our meals for the day:
Breakfast - Fruit; then waited 20 minutes. Afterwards, fried eggs in butter. The secret is to put a lid on the eggs as they get a nice crust around the edges. Also, 2 links of breakfast sausage ... and a toasted sweet bread roll. Plus, a small glass of champagne (leftover from Easter).
AM Snack - One serving of fruit.
Lunch - A big salad.
PM Snack - A slice of cheese.
Dinner - Chicken with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Syrup (SS web site) plus canned, organic green beans.
This recipe has two sauces for double the pleasure, as together they made dry chicken breasts very moist and extremely flavorful. And, I must confess that I didn't expect to like the balsamic syrup, as I thought it would be too overpowering. But, I was wrong. It was a superb compliment to the goat cheese mixture. They balanced each other remarkably well. What a nice surprise.
There are a lot of steps to this recipe, but well worth the effort. Plus, I made enough for two more meals. How fabulous is that?
Basically, you make a basil pesto, which is fairly quick. Then, you saute lots of garlic; then remove from pan and place in a bowl. Next, fry the chicken until golden brown; 4-5 minutes per side. While that's cooking, add some softened goat cheese and balsamic vinegar to the sauteed garlic.
Put the chicken breasts in a casserole dish and spread with the goat cheese mixture; then place in the oven for 5 minutes while you make the balsamic syrup. Finally, drizzle the balsamic syrup over the chicken and you have a meal fit for a king ... and queen.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Level 1 - Day 57
I Need Your Help
I've been creating some new card designs for My Sugar Notes greeting cards. I'm calling the line, Seed Packet Cards. They include an actual packet of seeds from Burpee or Ferry-Morse.
They also feature illustrations that are created and drawn by me. Plus, they include an inside verse, which is new for Sugar Notes, as our mission is to bring back the gesture and warmth of handwritten messages. So, consequently Sugar Notes cards are usually blank inside.
While I have a small focus group that gives me feedback with all of my new card designs, I'd especially appreciate hearing your comments regarding these designs, and the line itself.
Here's a sneak peak of two
of the card images:
I look forward to hearing your comments or feedback. Please leave a comment for me, or email me at: www.Cathy@SugarNotesCards.com
Today's Meal Plan: Today was all about leftovers. I love days like that! Also, I stayed on plan all day and drank eight 8-ounce glasses of water flavored with fresh mint.
I've been creating some new card designs for My Sugar Notes greeting cards. I'm calling the line, Seed Packet Cards. They include an actual packet of seeds from Burpee or Ferry-Morse.
They also feature illustrations that are created and drawn by me. Plus, they include an inside verse, which is new for Sugar Notes, as our mission is to bring back the gesture and warmth of handwritten messages. So, consequently Sugar Notes cards are usually blank inside.
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| Inside Verse: Big things are in store for you today. Happy Birthday. |
While I have a small focus group that gives me feedback with all of my new card designs, I'd especially appreciate hearing your comments regarding these designs, and the line itself.
Here's a sneak peak of two
of the card images:
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| Inside Verse: Congratulations on the birth of your new baby! |
Today's Meal Plan: Today was all about leftovers. I love days like that! Also, I stayed on plan all day and drank eight 8-ounce glasses of water flavored with fresh mint.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Level 1 - Day 56
Big News For My Sugar Notes Greeting Cards!
I just got word that Greetings Magazine featured one of my cards in their Spring edition. They also sent me a copy (page 11) of the issue, which was so exciting to see in person. I'm thrilled beyond belief because this magazine is an industry standard for greeting card companies and retailers alike. It has a HUGE audience.
Below is the card that was featured. It has a small black pouch, which my printer makes especially for Sugar Notes, with a red insert card that pulls out. That's where the sender writes their sentiment, then slides the card back into the pouch. The fun part is the greeting then becomes a secret message for both the sender and recipient to enjoy.
I just got word that Greetings Magazine featured one of my cards in their Spring edition. They also sent me a copy (page 11) of the issue, which was so exciting to see in person. I'm thrilled beyond belief because this magazine is an industry standard for greeting card companies and retailers alike. It has a HUGE audience.
Below is the card that was featured. It has a small black pouch, which my printer makes especially for Sugar Notes, with a red insert card that pulls out. That's where the sender writes their sentiment, then slides the card back into the pouch. The fun part is the greeting then becomes a secret message for both the sender and recipient to enjoy.
You can purchase this card at: http://www.sugarnotes.etsy.com/
Also, if you enter the code, SexyForever, at checkout,
you'll receive 10% off your total order.
Breakfast - Leftover Easy Eggs Florentine (from yesterday) and two breakfast sausage links. My husband has been begging me to make this again, soon! He's one of those people who loves McDonald's Egg McMuffins ... and claims this is the gourmet version.
AM Snack: I had a fruit smoothie then exercised for 45 minutes.
Lunch - The last of the broccoli soup and the last of the flattened pork chops from Day 54.
PM Snack - Natural beef jerky (1 ounce).
Dinner - I had a migraine headache coming on strong, so my sweet, thoughtful, and adorable husband stopped at our grocery store and made some salads for us from their salad bar. Just what the doctor ordered.
AM Snack: I had a fruit smoothie then exercised for 45 minutes.
Lunch - The last of the broccoli soup and the last of the flattened pork chops from Day 54.
PM Snack - Natural beef jerky (1 ounce).
Dinner - I had a migraine headache coming on strong, so my sweet, thoughtful, and adorable husband stopped at our grocery store and made some salads for us from their salad bar. Just what the doctor ordered.
Monday, April 25, 2011
Level 1 - Day 55 (Easter Meals)
Happy Easter Everyone!
When planning my Easter meals I ran into an obstacle. I couldn't find any recipes in Suzanne's books or web site for ham. And, as you know, for most families that's the main event for the Easter meal.
Since Easter is about Jesus, I remembered a Bible story where Jesus fed over 5,000 people with 5 loaves of bread and two fish. So, that story was my inspiration for my Easter meal. We had fish. But, I skipped the bread.
Also, before church some friends came over for an Easter brunch. I found a recipe on Suzanne's web site for Easy Eggs Florentine, which uses ham. So, I decided to feature ham in my brunch menu. How perfect ... right?
Plus, for my birthday, my sweet sister gave me the book, Somersize Cocktails. So, I splurged a bit and used two of the drink recipes to go with my meals. And, if I say so myself, they were perfect.
My sister, Dinah, is one of my biggest supporters in everything I do. So, I have to thank her for this wonderful gift. I can't wait to try the other drink recipes when I get closer to my goal weight.
Breakfast Brunch - This meal was so festive and pretty from start to finish. And, what's even better is that, other than the alcohol, it was on the Sexy Forever plan. Yeah!
First, instead of a Mimosa, we started with a Cosmosa. Plus a Suzanne friendly version of Ambrosia Fruit Salad. As you know, when eating fruit you can't mix anything else with it. So, to get around the cream sauce that's typically on ambrosia, I pureed some fresh strawberries and mixed some shredded coconut in it. Then I drizzled it on a mixture of fresh fruits. Both the drink and fruit salad were extremely delicious and very festive.
Then, as you know, whenever you eat fruit you have to wait 20 minutes before eating anything else. So, we chatted while I finished preparing our main meal, Easy Eggs Florentine (SS web site). You prepare them in a cupcake tin and they come out looking like cupcakes. But, they're made with ham, spinach, eggs, and cheese.
I wish you could have seen how beautiful they looked on my Royal Albert bone china serving dish. Plus, a small two-tiered pedestal held my breakfast sausages. And of course, the individual place settings matched. So, it was indeed a beautiful table, topped with an Easter Lily as the centerpiece. So you see, you can prepare holiday-appropriate meals on the Sexy Forever plan.
Tip: Here's a recipe tip. When baking the eggs in the oven, the recipe says to bake for 10 minutes. However, they were still a bit runny, so I put them back in the oven for an additional 3 minutes and they were perfect. And, so as not to be confused, after the 13 minutes you top them with shredded cheddar cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
AM Snack - After eating our delightful brunch, neither one of us was hungry for a snack.
Lunch - Leftover Flattened Pan-Fried Pork Chops and Buffalo Mozzarella, Fennel, and Celery Salad, both from yesterday.
PM Snack - In keeping with the Easter theme, we had deviled eggs as an appetizer. Get it? Plus, a small glass of wine. I justified the wine because I needed one cup for the fish I'm making for our Easter dinner.
Dinner - Citrus Pesto-Encrusted Fish (SS web site) and Zucchini Ribbons with Parsley Pesto for 4 (SS web site). To save time, I made both pesto recipes the night before.
The combination of these two dishes were elegant and festive. The pesto sauce on the fish gave it an exotic presentation and the gravy sauce on the zucchini ribbons looked like something you'd get in a 5 Star restaurant.
Both were incredibly delicious. I've never had sea bass before, but it was a light and flaky fish with wonderful flavor. Mainly in part to the yummy sauce that's made with white wine, lemon and lime juice, and a little butter. Yummo!
NOTE: Because of the wine, the fish was a Level 1 meal. To make it appropriate for Detox, substitute the wine for vegetable stock.
Dessert - To top off the meal we had a Lemon Drop Martini (from Somersize Cocktails) and ONE dark chocolate covered strawberry. The combination was decadent. I didn't even miss my Marshmallow Peeps, Chocolate Cake, or Key Lime Pie! Also, this dessert is definitely a Level 2. But since we only ate one strawberry each, it wasn't a full portion.
NOTE: Suzanne recommends using dark chocolate with 60% cacao for the best benefits. Many of you probably know that dark chocolate is actually good for you ... in moderation of course. Also, if anyone would like the recipes for the Lemon Drop Martini or the Cosmosa, please send me a message.
When planning my Easter meals I ran into an obstacle. I couldn't find any recipes in Suzanne's books or web site for ham. And, as you know, for most families that's the main event for the Easter meal.
Since Easter is about Jesus, I remembered a Bible story where Jesus fed over 5,000 people with 5 loaves of bread and two fish. So, that story was my inspiration for my Easter meal. We had fish. But, I skipped the bread.
Also, before church some friends came over for an Easter brunch. I found a recipe on Suzanne's web site for Easy Eggs Florentine, which uses ham. So, I decided to feature ham in my brunch menu. How perfect ... right?
Plus, for my birthday, my sweet sister gave me the book, Somersize Cocktails. So, I splurged a bit and used two of the drink recipes to go with my meals. And, if I say so myself, they were perfect.
My sister, Dinah, is one of my biggest supporters in everything I do. So, I have to thank her for this wonderful gift. I can't wait to try the other drink recipes when I get closer to my goal weight.
Breakfast Brunch - This meal was so festive and pretty from start to finish. And, what's even better is that, other than the alcohol, it was on the Sexy Forever plan. Yeah!
First, instead of a Mimosa, we started with a Cosmosa. Plus a Suzanne friendly version of Ambrosia Fruit Salad. As you know, when eating fruit you can't mix anything else with it. So, to get around the cream sauce that's typically on ambrosia, I pureed some fresh strawberries and mixed some shredded coconut in it. Then I drizzled it on a mixture of fresh fruits. Both the drink and fruit salad were extremely delicious and very festive.
Then, as you know, whenever you eat fruit you have to wait 20 minutes before eating anything else. So, we chatted while I finished preparing our main meal, Easy Eggs Florentine (SS web site). You prepare them in a cupcake tin and they come out looking like cupcakes. But, they're made with ham, spinach, eggs, and cheese.
I wish you could have seen how beautiful they looked on my Royal Albert bone china serving dish. Plus, a small two-tiered pedestal held my breakfast sausages. And of course, the individual place settings matched. So, it was indeed a beautiful table, topped with an Easter Lily as the centerpiece. So you see, you can prepare holiday-appropriate meals on the Sexy Forever plan.
Tip: Here's a recipe tip. When baking the eggs in the oven, the recipe says to bake for 10 minutes. However, they were still a bit runny, so I put them back in the oven for an additional 3 minutes and they were perfect. And, so as not to be confused, after the 13 minutes you top them with shredded cheddar cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
AM Snack - After eating our delightful brunch, neither one of us was hungry for a snack.
Lunch - Leftover Flattened Pan-Fried Pork Chops and Buffalo Mozzarella, Fennel, and Celery Salad, both from yesterday.
PM Snack - In keeping with the Easter theme, we had deviled eggs as an appetizer. Get it? Plus, a small glass of wine. I justified the wine because I needed one cup for the fish I'm making for our Easter dinner.
Dinner - Citrus Pesto-Encrusted Fish (SS web site) and Zucchini Ribbons with Parsley Pesto for 4 (SS web site). To save time, I made both pesto recipes the night before.
The combination of these two dishes were elegant and festive. The pesto sauce on the fish gave it an exotic presentation and the gravy sauce on the zucchini ribbons looked like something you'd get in a 5 Star restaurant.
Both were incredibly delicious. I've never had sea bass before, but it was a light and flaky fish with wonderful flavor. Mainly in part to the yummy sauce that's made with white wine, lemon and lime juice, and a little butter. Yummo!
NOTE: Because of the wine, the fish was a Level 1 meal. To make it appropriate for Detox, substitute the wine for vegetable stock.
Dessert - To top off the meal we had a Lemon Drop Martini (from Somersize Cocktails) and ONE dark chocolate covered strawberry. The combination was decadent. I didn't even miss my Marshmallow Peeps, Chocolate Cake, or Key Lime Pie! Also, this dessert is definitely a Level 2. But since we only ate one strawberry each, it wasn't a full portion.
NOTE: Suzanne recommends using dark chocolate with 60% cacao for the best benefits. Many of you probably know that dark chocolate is actually good for you ... in moderation of course. Also, if anyone would like the recipes for the Lemon Drop Martini or the Cosmosa, please send me a message.
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Level 1 - Day 54
A Few Tips To Add Some Zip To Water
As you know, with any healthy lifestyle plan, it is recommended that you drink eight, 8-once glasses of water each day. Recently, I began experimenting with food items that could infuse the water, giving it a different flavor.
Adding a lemon slice is common, but I found that adding slices of lime or cucumbers gives the water a fresh and satisfying flavor, as well. However, my most recent ah-ha moment came from my compulsion to NOT waste food.
Several of Suzanne's recipes call for fresh mint. And, as you know, fresh herbs don't last long in the refrigerator. So, after throwing out a bag of unused mint, I later got the idea to put mint leaves in my water glass. And, boy, was it delicious. The best part is that I won't be throwing out unused mint ever again!
If anyone out there has other ideas for sprucing up plain old drinking water, I'd love to hear about them.
Breakfast - Scrambled Eggs with Cheddar and Asparagus (SS web site) plus two links of breakfast sausage.
Okay, I have to fess up. I forgot to buy some asparagus yesterday, so I had to improvise this recipe with chopped tomatoes. And, to my surprise it was a happy mistake because this dish was delicious. The soft-cooked tomatoes complimented the eggs and cheese beautifully and they made the dish very festive looking, too.
AM Snack - Grapes.
Lunch - The last of the Grilled Chicken with Tuscan Artichoke Pate (from Day 52) plus the Broccoli soup from the same day.
PM Snack - Hot Apple with Cinnamon (SS web site). If you close your eyes and think about apple pie, you can almost make yourself believe you're eating it with this treat. So, for that reason, I found it very satisfying and delicious.
Dinner - Flattened Pan-fried Pork Chops (SS web site) and Buffalo Mozzarella, Fennel and Celery Salad (SS web site).
To prepare the pork chops you flatten boneless top loin chops and put them in a marinade for an hour. Then, place them in a skillet with some EVOO and fry for 5-6 minutes on each side. They come out a beautiful golden brown and taste heavenly due to the marinade. I loved this dish because boneless pork chops tend to be dry without the bone, and the marinade made you forget about the dryness.
But the big surprise was the salad. When I looked at the ingredients (chopped fennel, celery, and cubed mozzarella, topped with fresh lemon juice, EVOO, salt and pepper) I didn't hold out much hope that this would be all that delicious. But, I was s-o-o-o-o-o wrong.
In fact, I could have eaten all four servings. It was spectacular ... partially in part to the mozzarella cheese. You can't go wrong with cheese!
As you know, with any healthy lifestyle plan, it is recommended that you drink eight, 8-once glasses of water each day. Recently, I began experimenting with food items that could infuse the water, giving it a different flavor.
Adding a lemon slice is common, but I found that adding slices of lime or cucumbers gives the water a fresh and satisfying flavor, as well. However, my most recent ah-ha moment came from my compulsion to NOT waste food.
Several of Suzanne's recipes call for fresh mint. And, as you know, fresh herbs don't last long in the refrigerator. So, after throwing out a bag of unused mint, I later got the idea to put mint leaves in my water glass. And, boy, was it delicious. The best part is that I won't be throwing out unused mint ever again!
If anyone out there has other ideas for sprucing up plain old drinking water, I'd love to hear about them.
Breakfast - Scrambled Eggs with Cheddar and Asparagus (SS web site) plus two links of breakfast sausage.
Okay, I have to fess up. I forgot to buy some asparagus yesterday, so I had to improvise this recipe with chopped tomatoes. And, to my surprise it was a happy mistake because this dish was delicious. The soft-cooked tomatoes complimented the eggs and cheese beautifully and they made the dish very festive looking, too.
AM Snack - Grapes.
Lunch - The last of the Grilled Chicken with Tuscan Artichoke Pate (from Day 52) plus the Broccoli soup from the same day.
PM Snack - Hot Apple with Cinnamon (SS web site). If you close your eyes and think about apple pie, you can almost make yourself believe you're eating it with this treat. So, for that reason, I found it very satisfying and delicious.
Dinner - Flattened Pan-fried Pork Chops (SS web site) and Buffalo Mozzarella, Fennel and Celery Salad (SS web site).
To prepare the pork chops you flatten boneless top loin chops and put them in a marinade for an hour. Then, place them in a skillet with some EVOO and fry for 5-6 minutes on each side. They come out a beautiful golden brown and taste heavenly due to the marinade. I loved this dish because boneless pork chops tend to be dry without the bone, and the marinade made you forget about the dryness.
But the big surprise was the salad. When I looked at the ingredients (chopped fennel, celery, and cubed mozzarella, topped with fresh lemon juice, EVOO, salt and pepper) I didn't hold out much hope that this would be all that delicious. But, I was s-o-o-o-o-o wrong.
In fact, I could have eaten all four servings. It was spectacular ... partially in part to the mozzarella cheese. You can't go wrong with cheese!
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Level 1 - Day 53 (Weigh-In Day)
Time To See What's Shakin' With The Scale!
My mother left three days ago, and we're trying to get back on track after her visit. We got rid of her leftover sugary treats and carbs in a bag. Plus, menu selection is a lot easier because I don't have her limitations to consider.
So, when we jumped on the scale this morning we both had our fingers crossed. And, here's the results. After gaining 2 pounds last week, my husband didn't gain or lose weight this week. He stayed the same at 19 pounds, total.
However, I was able to lose one pound, for a total of 13 pounds. It seems I have more will power than my husband. Here's the thing ... whenever my mother would get out her treats, he'd usually cave in and have a little with her. For the record, I'm happy to report that I've been able to stay focused for over a week.
So, the moral of this story is ... stick to the plan because the food is good ... and good for you!
Breakfast - Fruit; then exercised. Followed by Quinoa and non-fat milk. Topped with Agave Nectar.
AM Snack - The morning got away from me, so I missed eating my snack.
Lunch - The last of the Lamb and Feta Burgers from Day 51, plus a side salad.
PM Snack - Natural Beef Jerky (1 ounce).
Dinner - Leftover Grilled Chicken with Tuscan Artichoke Pate (from yesterday) and Broccoli Soup (from yesterday). The addition of sour cream, dolloped on top of the soup, really takes it up a notch.
That's what I love about Suzanne's recipes. She just seems to know the right little addition, that turns a good meal into a great meal!
My mother left three days ago, and we're trying to get back on track after her visit. We got rid of her leftover sugary treats and carbs in a bag. Plus, menu selection is a lot easier because I don't have her limitations to consider.
So, when we jumped on the scale this morning we both had our fingers crossed. And, here's the results. After gaining 2 pounds last week, my husband didn't gain or lose weight this week. He stayed the same at 19 pounds, total.
However, I was able to lose one pound, for a total of 13 pounds. It seems I have more will power than my husband. Here's the thing ... whenever my mother would get out her treats, he'd usually cave in and have a little with her. For the record, I'm happy to report that I've been able to stay focused for over a week.
So, the moral of this story is ... stick to the plan because the food is good ... and good for you!
Breakfast - Fruit; then exercised. Followed by Quinoa and non-fat milk. Topped with Agave Nectar.
AM Snack - The morning got away from me, so I missed eating my snack.
Lunch - The last of the Lamb and Feta Burgers from Day 51, plus a side salad.
PM Snack - Natural Beef Jerky (1 ounce).
Dinner - Leftover Grilled Chicken with Tuscan Artichoke Pate (from yesterday) and Broccoli Soup (from yesterday). The addition of sour cream, dolloped on top of the soup, really takes it up a notch.
That's what I love about Suzanne's recipes. She just seems to know the right little addition, that turns a good meal into a great meal!
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