Reality Check

So, Jake informs me last night that we will start weighing in every Friday.  I was so upset, I knew I had gained a couple from all the eating earlier this week.  I was under the impression we would weigh in once a month...yeah, no such thing.  

I got on the scale and yep....gained a couple.  So now I have a reality check once a  week, more motivation.  I get embarrassed having to admit I failed.  But I got through yesterday with eating well!!

Breakfast: Sausage, egg sandwich, oatmeal, 1/2 peach:  320 calories

Lunch: Tuna Salad, tomatoes:  200 calories

Snack:  peach, tea with half and half: 55 calories

Dinner: Spaghetti Squash, veggies:  can't remember

Snack:  oatmeal:  can't remember

I can't remember the totals, but I think my total was 1375!

Not Just Another Day, It's THE Day

So I failed yesterday, and I would say "today is another day though, right?" other than the fact that I am tired of that.  It simply excuses what I do.  So Amy said she is with me on the emotional eating thing!  Thanks for being there and for listening to me this morning.

So, we are going on a walk, and I am sooo excited.  I am ready to walk in this weather, and to get my butt moving.  I went to kickboxing last night after not doing anything all week.  I feel so much better when I exercise consistently.

Today's breakfast and lunch won't be huge meals, I got up at 7:50 this morning and have to be at work at 8:30.  So I brought something easy with me for both meals.

Breakfast:  Apples and Cinnamon oatmeal:  220 calories

Lunch: Soup, 1/2 asian pear: 160 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower:  50 calories

Dinner: BBQ chicken, squash, green beans:  495 calories

Snack:  oatmeal, yogurt, plum:  395 calories

Total:  1320 calories

I am going to start bringing stuff in for Amy and I to eat more.  If I don't do that cooking thing I get sooo bored with what I eat, so I need to get back to cooking on Sundays again!!

Old Lady Syndrome

Yep, that's right. I look and feel like an old lady today. Between moving timbers, furniture, painting and my ab workout, I'm so incredibly sore. I can barely move. haha Just a sign of getting older. It's sad.

Going for a walk today on the Canal with Sheri. I'm soooo excited!!!!!

I forgot my oatmeal again today. Grr. Why do the little things stress me out? For being such a planner, I've really sucked at remembering things lately. haha Hopefully the stress will lessen so I can regain my sanity. God help me! :)

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: PB&J, 350 calories

Dinner:

Back to Normal

The past few days have been insanely crazy!  Viewings, funerals, alot of thinking, and being sick!  Seriously, could you fit anything else in there.  I had pizza Monday night, just because I wanted it, and I paid the price!  Lesson learned....AGAIN!

I am working on some habits too:

1.  no emotional eating, when I am worked up, I need to find something else to do.

2.  Eating bigger breakfasts, I did this morning, and WOW am I still full

I have kickboxing tonight.  I think it will be a good release of a lot of things going on in my head!

Breakfast: Oatbran:  320

Lunch:

Losing My Mind

I've been so busy, I'm losing my mind. I'm trying to keep up with postings but then it gets away from me. I'm going to try to keep up with posts a little better than I have been!

I bought a ball last night to do better ab workouts. I used my roommates the other day and I really really liked it. I had never used one before! I'm really sore and my abs are never sore! :) I'm sold! Tonight will be night 3 with my new ab workout and I'm excited! I really like it!

I'm a little bummed that I forgot my oatmeal. So I'm trying to finish off my cereal. I'm going to stay away from the sugary cereals from now on. Working on creating a habit ya know? :)

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: Pizza & Coke, ???

Dinner: Arroz con Pollo, 530 calories

Total: Not sure but I'm sure I was well over 1,500

It's a Scary Friday

So today was my rest day!  I was glad!  Although I wouldn't have complained with a couple more hours!  It's raining today, I kinda like it!

So why is it a scary Friday?  Well, Jake is making me go to a haunted house with friends.  I HATE HAUNTED HOUSES.

I am excited about my kickboxing class tomorrow morning, then I plan to go and run  6 miles!  I am interested to see how it goes!

Breakfast: Whole Wheat Cream of Wheat with pomegranate:  200

Lunch: Boring and By myself, soup, salad, hummus on wheat:  195

Snack:  Plum:  65

Dinner:

Finishing Out the Week

Well I would like to think that I worked out while I was away, but I didn't. However, I didn't eat much either. Not a good thing, not a bad thing. Eh, well we're back to the normal pattern so it should be easier to finish out the 25 days to form a habit. ha!

Breakfast: Banana w/peanut butter, 125 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Ham & Cheddar melt w/tea, 450 calories

Snack:

Dinner:

Thursday for Sheri

I had an awesome time at kickboxing, it's such a stress reliever! I feel GREAT after I am done, and it's an awesome workout!!!

I ran 4 miles this morning, I did a few sprints, so I mixed it up. Although from the way I feel, I can push those sprints faster, but I don't want to push too hard too fast.

Breakfast: Sausage Egg McMuffin, peach: 200

Lunch: Tuna Salad, pear: 225 calories

Snack: Hummus on Wheat, tea with half and half: 80 calories

Dinner: Chik-fil-a chargrilled sandwich and garden salad, large fruit cup: 560 calories

Snack: Cream of wheat, yogurt, orange: 420 calories

It's Wednesday and I'm All Alone

Amy is out today, I hope everything is going ok for her and Greg today.  Well, it has been quite the morning, I got up at 5:50 am, got ready and started writing.  I made Jake breakfast again, and he doesn't want me to make breakfast anymore.  Then,  his dad calls and his Grandpa is expected to pass away today or tomorrow, and then his sister calls his parents this morning and she is going into labor.  It's been busy!

I am going to my kickboxing class again tonight, I am excited!  

Breakfast:  Sausage McMuffin, berry mix:  240 calories

Lunch: Soup, Salad, tomatoes, asian pear:  225 calories

Snack:  Apple: 70 calories

Snack:  banana slices with pomegranate seeds, hummus on wheat bread:  275

Dinner:  Red Beans and Pasta, sweet potatoes, veggies:  520

Total Calories:  1410

Calories Less Taken in:  465

Calories Burned-Kickboxing: 200 

Catching Up

Well I haven't posted in awhile. Partly because I've been crazy busy and partly because I've been decided what I need to change in order to get to where I want and need to be with my eating and exercise. I see that things are just going to keep coming up in my schedule. So, I need to set a schedule for me. As you said Sheri, it takes 28 days to form a habit. Well I need to start scheduling my meals and exercise so I don't go off the path even if a crisis emerges. I'm a planner. It's what I have to do. Now I have a littel catching up to do this week with the blog, so here goes!

Monday

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: PB&J, 325 calories

Snack: Banana, 93 calories

Dinner: Pigs in a Blanket, 450 calories

Snack: Applesauce, 100 calories

Total: 1,268 calories

(and a 20 minute walk)


Tuesday

Breakfast: Oatmeal, 200 calories

Snack: Banana & Tea, 100 calories

Lunch:

Snack:

Dinner:

Total:

It's Tuesday!

I was wondering where Monday went, it went kinda fast!  Last night I had my kickboxing class, wow!  I have NO upper body strength.  I am not too sore today, but if I do certain things with my legs and arms I can feel a tiny bit of soreness.  It was fun though, and a good outlet I think!

I ran 4 miles this morning.  It was on the treadmill, which I hate, but I am not running in the dark.  It was a pretty good run, and will keep my pace consistent! 

So, I was back to normal, up at 5:15am, ran, went upstairs and worked on my writing and made Jake French Toast this morning and now I am at work!

What a morning!  But I love busy mornings!

Breakfast:  Veggie Egg White Omelet, sausage sandwich:  260 calories

Lunch: Tuna Salad, Tomatoes, Apple:  250 calories

Snack:  Cucumbers and Hummus:  85 calories

Dinner:  Red Beans Pasta, sweet potato, veggies:  495 calories

Snack:  oatmeal, yogurt:  300 calories

Total Calories:  1390

Less Calories Taken in: 485

Calories Burned:  400

Fall Monday

Well, it's fall for real.  The cold, brisk weather is hanging on, the leaves keep falling and the color are more beautiful everyday!  I am excited to start my kickboxing class tonight, it's just a trial one, but if it's good enough, I will sign up tonight or Wednesday!

I am going to fix something for dinner tonight at lunch, my cooking is officially back in session!

Breakfast:  Veggie Quesadilla, apple:  305 calories

Lunch: Soup, salad, tomatoes, peach:  180 calories

Snack:  Cucumbers with Hummus: 85 calories

Dinner:  Red Beans and Pasta, rutabaga, apple:  445 calories

Snack:  Yogurt, Banana, peanut butter on wheat bread:  265

Total Calories:  1280

Less Calories Taken In:  595

Calories Burned:  300

It's a Fall Saturday

I took Arwen out for a little walk. It was nice to get out and enjoy the crisp fall air at such a slow pace! I slept in this morning and then had time to slowly drink some tea, read my book before heading out to the grocery! I even took my time there.

Breakfast: Veggie Egg White Omelet, orange: 190 calories

Snack: apple:

Dinner: Papa Murphy's pizza, salad, pumpkin bars:

It's Almost the Weekend

Well, I got a good night's sleep last night! I was really glad because I feel good today. Almost back to normal. I am ready to sleep in tomorrow. I can tell I am getting the itch to exercise again, I just have to figure out my schedule. I need to start writing!

I am starting a kickboxing class on Monday! I am pretty excited! Next week starts running. I don't want to push it too hard,I need to keep in mind that my muscles are still tired. I can tell after going up and down stairs too much, they start to ache, not a hurt ache, just a tired ache!

I am so excited about starting this program officially. The more I read this new book, the more excited I get about fitting back into my old clothes. And the program in this book makes is seem so stress free. It's just makin' it a lifestyle, NOT A DIET!!!!

Amy hasn't posted, but she has been REALLY busy and alot going on outside of work too. So, don't go away, she will be back soon! I will be thinking of you and Greg this weekend girl!

Breakfast: Eggwhite Sandwich and orange: 195 calories (I am saving calories, I think Jake may take me out to eat tonight!)

Lunch: Salad, Soup, wheat bread, orange: 215 calories

Snack: Orange: 60 calories

Dinner: Captain D's Fish Dinner: 565 calories

Snack: oat bran, apple: 220 calories

Total Calories: 1255 calories
Less Calories taken in: 620 calories

My Fresh Beginning

So, alot of things change from here on out.  My exercise level (no more 22 mile long runs for a while), my eating, my sleeping and my focus!

I completed my marathon, and I completed it running!  It was one of the best moments of my life!!!!  

But now begins reality!  I must be a bit more careful with how much I am eating, I can't eat like I am running 40 miles per week.  Today, I was so proud of myself.  I went to the grocery store to drop off a fed ex and didn't stop at all the snacks, now granted I looked and thought about getting it, but I did what that book Amy and I now have suggested, ask myself-Am I REALLY hungry?  So I walked out of the grocery store with free hands!!

Breakfast:  Egg White Sandwich, 2 plums:  195 calories

Lunch: Soup, Salad, hummus on wheat bread, orange:  250 calories

Snack:  Apple:  70 calories

Dinner: Boca Burger, Veggies, Sweet potato:  330 calories

Snack:  oatmeal and apple:  530 calories

Total Calories:  1375 

Less Calories taken in:  500

Fresh Beginnings

So, I didn't have time to get what my breakfast was in calories, so I will begin tomorrow.  I didn't record this weekend cause I was in Chicago.  But all I know is, I ate some SERIOUS carbs, and I think that is one of the main things that got me through!!

I am ready to get back to normal.  This week I won't be exercising, I'm supposed to give my muscles a break, but I will start watching my eating!  I need to be sure to keep a good sleeping schedule and eating habits!

But, honestly, I am excited to see what it's like to be normal again, and to get started on my next venture, whatever that is.

Thanks Amy for all the support and for the gift-I LOVED IT!!!!!

Too Tired

Well I'm too tired to function this week. I think this is the week for October :( Bleh. I hate it. All I want to do is eat and sleep. Why couldn't women be made to want to eat right and work out during that time?! Why!? *sigh* Oh well. Greg and I took a walk around the complex last night. It was really humid. Hard to breathe. I'm hoping to get a workout in tonight but it may be an early nighter for me. I might have to do it in the morning. :( We'll see I guess! I just need to WAKE UP!!

P.S. Congrats Sheri!! :)

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: Ham & Cheese Melt & Tea, 475 calories

Snack: Rice Cake, 50 calories

Dinner:

Total:

A Start of a New Week

Well Halloween is around the corner and that means teeny costumes :( Good thing that book came last week. I did a little reading on the way to Bloomington so I'm ready to get started.

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Ham Sandwich, 310 calories

Snack: Watermelon, 45 calories

Dinner: Teriyaki Pork & Scalloped Potatoes, 565 calories

Snack: Applesauce, 180 calories

Total: 1,400 calories

It's Friday....AT LAST!!!!

So the last work day before my race has gotten here, we leave tomorrow morning for Chicago. I am stocked up on all my snacks and carb stuff I need for the weekend, so I think I am good to go! I keep getting nervous I am going to forget something, i.e.-my race clothes!! HA! That wouldn't be good, a naked, marathon-running Sheri! We might lose some spectators over that!! HA! HA!

Breakfast: Oat bran with raspberries: 180 calories

Lunch: Soup, hummus on wheat bread: 170 calories

Snack: Celery, tea with half and half: 45 calories

Dinner: Spaghetti Squash with sauce, baked potato, wheat bread: 500 calories

Snack: popcorn, oatmeal: 320 calories

Total: 1215 calories
Less Calories taken in: 660
Calories Deficit for the day: same (no workout today)

Fun-filled Friday?? Maybe!

Well last night was nice. Greg and I sorted things out and he took me to Penn Station. That doesn't sound exciting but it was for both of us. The last three times we've tried to go there they have been closed. We finally made it! ha! I love love love Penn Station.

After dinner Greg told me he didn't want to work out but I convinced him to take a walk with me. It was really great. I forgot that I love fall weather. It was really cool outside but just warm enough that I was cozy in shorts and a sweatshirt. We walked around the Sycamore Run neighborhood and we picked out houses that we liked. You'd think we were getting married or something, right? haha So I got my exercise and we got to spend time together. It was nice. It's a good thing that he's a fast walker too because it pushed me to keep walking quickly. I'm thinking that if I ever have a lazy day, maybe we can just take a walk. :) It's better than nothing!

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack:

Lunch: Arroz con Pollo, 180 calories (1/2 serving)

Snack:

Dinner:

Good luck this weekend Sheri!!! :)

Where's the Motivation?

I find myself wondering where I got my motivation last November to start losing weight. Was it that I needed to run off my anger issues? Did I not feel pretty enough for my ex? Whatever it was, I need to find it again. I think this tizzy with Greg and I is good. I took a walk today during lunch to try to sort things out in my head. I ended up talking to my sister most of the time but at least I got out and enjoyed some beautiful October weather. No excuses tonight. I think I'll run before I talk to Greg. Clear my head and sort things out before we talk out our problems. I'd rather not have to fight for me to get motivated to work out, but I guess it's helping me for today.

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup, 200 calories

Snack: 2 Rice Cakes & Tea, 125 calories

Dinner: Penn Station Chicken Teriyaki Sub, 550 calories

Total: 1,175 calories

ONLY 3 MORE DAYS

It's Thursday and only 3 more days until my race!  I am getting pumped. I had a race dream last night-my first one!  It was kinda a nightmare actually, but very humorous!!!  

So this morning I got in 2 miles, easy ones!  It was nice!  I was running by 5:55, came back, biked for 15 minutes, then stretched, fed the dog, got ready, put my pj's back on and slept for 45 minutes!  AHHHH!!! What a lovely morning!  I LOVE extra sleep!

Breakfast:  oatmeal, apple:  205 calories

Lunch: Salad, soup, hummus on wheat bread:  215 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower and tea with half and half: 50 calories

Dinner: Dick's Bodacious BBQ, turkey sandwich. ranch beans, green beans: 450 calories

Snack:  popcorn, mini rice cakes, oatmeal:  550 calories

Total Calories:  1470

Calories Burned:  200 calories

Less Calories Taken in:  405

Calorie Deficit for the Day:  605

It is Wednesday, FOR REAL!

So, it is now Wednesday for real. I got up and ran 3 miles. It was on the treadmill, which is NEVER fun, but oh well. Then I biked for 15 minutes.

I had to time to sit and enjoy my breakfast this morning, and even got in some reading! Last night was an awesome night of sleep. Jake is sleeping in our guest bedroom (which has a queen bed, so don't feel too bad for him) so I can get some rest this week before my race.

Breakfast: Oat bran, yogurt, orange: 280 calories

Lunch: Soup, salad, hummus on wheat bread, plum: 230 calories

Snack: Cauliflower and tea with half and half: 50 calories

Dinner: Boca Burger with hummus, sweet potato, vegetable medley: 440 calories

Snack: popcorn, mini rice cake, oatmeal: 600 calories

Total Calories: 1600 calories
Calories Burned: 300 calories
Less Calories Taken in: 275 calories
Calories Deficit for the day: 575 calories

What a Rainy Wednesday

Well I didn't work out last night (shame on me) because I didn't want to walk to the facility in the rain. I could have driven there but I felt a little ridiculous driving 100 feet. Either way I was going to get wet so I decided to plop myself on the couch. :( Oh well. There's always tonight. Actually....definitely tonight. What I've noticed is that Greg keeps offering me desserts after dinner and I accept them. That needs to change. At first it was a rare thing and now it's every night, so it needs to go back to being a rare occasion. I just can't wait for my book to come in the mail!!

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Chunky Chicken Noodle Soup, 200 calories

Dinner: Who knows!!! WAY TOO MUCH All I know is that I got drunk off of 1 ridiculously strong margarita. what a sad, sad night.

Total: way over my limit..

It's Tuesday, But Seems like Another Day!

This morning I was soo sure it was Wednesday, I am pretty sure I was ready for it to be Wednesday!  

So, I was VERY disappointed in my potato and sweet potato torte.  I think I tried baking it in the wrong kind of pan, so in a couple of weeks, I am trying it again.  I really want this recipe to work, so we will see!

I'm a bit grouchy this morning, just tired I think.  Amy suggested that it may be the weather change, and perhaps it is, but whatever it is, I am grouchy!!

I ran an easy 4 this morning, it was nice and slow, so I didn't mind it.  I finished with 15 minutes on the bike.  I feel like the bike cool down leaves my muscles nice and loose!

Breakfast:  Oatmeal with raspberries:  270 calories

Lunch:  Soup, salad, bread and hummus, plum:  230 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower:  30 calories

Dinner: Boca Burger, potato torte, veggies, apple:  430 calories

Snack:  oatmeal, popcorn, mini rice cake:  600 calories

Total Calories:  1560 calories

Total Calories Burned:  400

Calories not taken in:  200

Calorie Deficit of 600

Why Am I So Tired?

I woke up this morning not knowing why I've been so tired lately. It's getting on my nerves. I went to bed at a decent time. I slept okay and I worked out last night. I just don't get it. Must be the weather.

The workout last night was nice though. I didn't realize that walking that fast for that long would be so tiring! I felt more strain in my legs from walking than I ever did running. I think I'm sold on that! Maybe I can hold off that knee replacement for another 5 years when I get old. Project: Save my knees! ha! I'm looking forward to walking again tonight. Hopefully the facility won't be packed.

Breakfast: Raisin Bran Crunch, 460 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Potato/ Sweet Potato Torte & Rice Cake, 255 calories

Dinner: DiGiorno Pepperoni Pizza, 540 calories

Snack: Small Slice of Apple Pie, 280 calories

Total: 1,535 calories


And by the way Sheri, with a little salt, I didn't think the Torte was too bad. It was edible for today. haha! But then again I haven't had sweet potatoes in a long time and you had me lower my standards. So maybe that was it...?

I'm Getting Old

Well after a weekend of not doing much other than walking/dancing in a parade and staying up into the wee hours of the morning laughing at my drunk friends, somehow I find myself so sore that it hurts me to walk up the stairs. Could the Cupid Shuffle really make me this sore?! Man, I'm getting old! Anyways, I ordered the 12 step book that Sheri got last week. Hoping to start it later this week! I'm excited!!!! :) I can't wait to get re-started....if that makes sense. And I'm on a Honey Nut Cheerios kick lately. I love it!! I sound like I'm 5 years old, I know.

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Breakfast Burrito, 350 calories

Snack: Tea with half and half, 40 calories

Dinner: Cheeseburger & tator tots, 605 calories

Snack: lowfat jello instant pudding, 100 calories

Total calories: 1,395 calories

Monday-And Only 6 more days!

Only 6 more days till my race, I am getting ancy.  Today I did upper body weights, abs and biked for 35 minutes.  I also cleaned for 2 hours, YES, I do count it as a work out, you should see the building I clean!!!

Breakfast:  Honey Graham and Vanilla cereal, apple:  250 calories

Lunch: Vegetable Soup, salad, hummus on wheat bread, plum:  255 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower and tea with half and half:  50 calories

Dinner:  Curried Tilapia, zucchini, potato torte, apple:  390 calories

Snack:  oatmeal, mini rice cakes, popcorn:  600 calories

Total Calories Taken In:  1545

Calories Burned:  I am estimating 200, but I am sure it was more.

So, 300 calories less taken in, plus another 200 burned from exercise equals out to a 500 calories deficit!

Sunday-A Cooking Day

So it is a scheduled rest day in this last week of marathon training. Next week, around this time, I will be on my way home, hopefully not too sore!

I tried some new things, spaghetti squash today, oh I LOVED it!!! Soo good! It's so easy to fix, I just cut it in half, cut out the seeds and pulp stuff, placed it in a pan with 1/4 cup water, covered it with plastic wrap and micro-waved them for 10 minutes!

Breakfast: Whole Wheat cereal with cinnamon and splenda, orange: 185 calories

Lunch: Spaghetti squash with spaghetti sauce, zucchini, sweet potato: 425 calories

Snack: Hummus and pita bread, tea with half and half: 140 calories

Dinner: Spaghetti squash with spaghetti sauce, zucchini, sweet potato, apple:  375 calories

Snack:  Cereal, popcorn:  250 calories

Total Calories:  1375 calories

So, Amy, where are you girl?  Well, I know where you are, putting up Christmas decorations in October, but, where are your posts, I feel so lonely on here!!! HA! HA!

Saturdailies for Sheri

So I got in my 11 miles today, it wasn't bad, not one of my greatest, but I am trying not to let nerves overtake me! My oldest nephews is spending the weekend with Jake and I, and I have to say, on the way home last night I haven't laughed THAT hard in a while, I believe my husband momentarily turned 13!

Breakfast: Banana, whole wheat cereal: 205 calories

Lunch: Soup, carrots, fruit: 355 calories

Dinner: IHOP Harvest Nut N' Grain Healthy Combo, sugar-free syrup: 600 calories

Snack: popcorn, cereal: 440 calories

Total Caloric Intake: 1600

Calories Burned: 1000

Having a hard time eating on long run days, but this should get better after my marathon, when "long" runs are only 6-8 miles.

Friday-Celebrating Birthdays

Well, today is my rest day and as the race draws nearer, I get more nervous. But tonight I have a distraction, my dad's birthday. I am so excited to see them all! I miss them. My nephew is coming to spend the weekend, so we are pretty excited!!!

Breakfast: Cereal, banana: 205 calories

Lunch: Salad, soup, veggies: 265

Snack: Cucumber 35

Dinner: Chicken sandwich, green beans, corn: 350 calories

Snack: Sugar free ice, cream with granola:

Total Calories: I didn't measure out my ice cream and stuff, but I didn't indulge either. I was definitely 1375 calories or under.

A New Leaf for Sheri

So, I have turned a new leaf! I feel great! I have switched my running from mornings to evenings. Now I don't have to run in the dark and I can see all kinds of interesting things!!! Today I am due for 5 miles, wow, this tapering thing is like vacation! I got to sleep in until 7:00 am and I had time to fix and enjoy a nice, hot breakfast!! 

I pulled out a sweater today, and even though it's kinda bummy, I feel so cozy!  

Breakfast: oatmeal with apples, milk, and splenda brown sugar: 290 calories

Snack: cucumber: 36 calories

Lunch: Soup, small salad, peach: 265 calories

Snack: apple and peanut butter: 120 calories

Dinner: tuna sandwich, veggies, peach: 390 calories

Snack: popcorn, cereal: 440 calories

Total: 1541 calories

I started my new plan, I am not calling it a diet, but a plan. It's from Ellen Krieger's book Small Steps, Big Changes! I am on my way to being normal. Amy ordered the book too and I don't think you will be disappointed AT ALL!