I have created a habit with meal times. I plan my menu for the week on Sunday. And to keep it simple (reduced stress) I don't vary my menu much from day to day. I plan Minday through Thursday. I know on Friday morning I weigh in for WW and that day gets a splurge of sorts. Usually that means a sandwich from the grocery store.
So this weeks menu starts with
Decaf Starbucks Kcups black... This is a continuation of last years detox quest. The suggestion to reduce dairy intake for a few weeks as well as caffeine. The decaf coffee was a good transition. Sure I drink the occasional caf in coffee or soda but my mornings are mainly decaf. The black aspect . I don't mind it black. In all honesty I rather enjoy getting my milk as a glass of milk not hidden in a cup of coffee. It would also help if I actually had some milk in the house.
I have also pulled together some non fat plain Greek yogurt which could really pretend to be sour cream. I am mixing that with strawberries, cinnamon, vanilla and spinach. Yes I threw that last one in there for shock value. It is one of those veggies I could eat all the time. Put it in anything. So I have some still in the fridge... So there it went.
Lunch is the mix of veg I posted earlier. I have another pic I should post.
I think I will need to get some apples to have along with it. For the crunch factor. I was thinking some Wasa with it would be good as well.
Dinner.... Hold on to your hats... There is not much left in the fridge in the realm of dinner. I have eggs and imagine this - spinach. And tomatoes. I am actually looking forward to that. I also have a jar of pickled herring. Yes, that's the hold on to your hats part. It is a healthy fish that I try to eat every once in a while. It has been in there for a while. So this week needs to be the week. And there are some other veg in the freezer.
So pretty much I just need to go to the grocer for apples. Oh and a snack for the Oscar Red Carpet event this afternoon. I will not be dressing in all my finery but surely going to comment on everyone else's look.
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Sticking with veg
This morning from the test kitchen we are using up all remaining veg that is in the fridge.
Starting with a tomato sauce with the left over mushrooms, onion, pepper and crushed basil tomatoes.
Tossed in will be spaghetti squash, spinach slivers and remnant kale. Along with some protein packed lentils.
This will be lunch this week.
Simple pleasures
I just noticed that my cleaning lady set the wine glasses out on my table with the other pimpernel decor. It made me smile.
I should get back into the habit of sitting at the table for my meals.
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Crafty
I bought some items to make a crafty front door ornament for the day. As you can see it is still in pieces on the floor.
Tonight is all about taxes.
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
TMI...
This will surely continue to gross out or entertain readers...
So I went to the doctor since the saddle sore thing was not resolving itself. My friends did a good job of getting in my head that it was something bigger. Thank you for prompting all those hours of looking up stuff on the internet for STDs. That was loads of fun. But it got me concerned enough that I did go to the doctor. Now this wasnt my normal doctor... but I have seen her before for sinus infections and urinary tract infections so I was going to be quite OK with seeing her for this. Unlike my doctor she is not aware of this new realm of physical fitness for me. So she was pretty straight forward on the STD route. Gotta love that.
She did mention in passing that perhaps it was fungal. Look that up and you will find that fungal infections are generally referred to as jock itch. Does that mean I have finally arrived? I can now seriously consider myself an athlete? Maybe, maybe not. It can also be yeast born. LOVELY.
So when all the other tests - thankfully - came in negative... we start the fungal route.
My patience has just work thin. This has gotten to me worse than that bed bug scare/obsession.
Why am I out here talking about this? Not sure. Probably to clear my head. To document where things are with this today. To purge.
And maybe because I dont have any patience for any of this to run its course.
I did not work out last night as a celebration of the test results. I am not working out tonight as I have a mental block from getting up off the couch as I obsess about - well what is this? What if it doesnt clear up? All that stuff.
Thankfully it is all more mentally disturbing than physically disturbing.
And I wouldnt be surprised if it is yeast/fungal. My body has done the yeast thing in the past with little knowledge on my part. That was diagnosed and treated that to an alert doctor.
So we will go with this. And try to let it go for a while.
Maybe I should try some peace inducing yoga.
So I went to the doctor since the saddle sore thing was not resolving itself. My friends did a good job of getting in my head that it was something bigger. Thank you for prompting all those hours of looking up stuff on the internet for STDs. That was loads of fun. But it got me concerned enough that I did go to the doctor. Now this wasnt my normal doctor... but I have seen her before for sinus infections and urinary tract infections so I was going to be quite OK with seeing her for this. Unlike my doctor she is not aware of this new realm of physical fitness for me. So she was pretty straight forward on the STD route. Gotta love that.
She did mention in passing that perhaps it was fungal. Look that up and you will find that fungal infections are generally referred to as jock itch. Does that mean I have finally arrived? I can now seriously consider myself an athlete? Maybe, maybe not. It can also be yeast born. LOVELY.
So when all the other tests - thankfully - came in negative... we start the fungal route.
My patience has just work thin. This has gotten to me worse than that bed bug scare/obsession.
Why am I out here talking about this? Not sure. Probably to clear my head. To document where things are with this today. To purge.
And maybe because I dont have any patience for any of this to run its course.
I did not work out last night as a celebration of the test results. I am not working out tonight as I have a mental block from getting up off the couch as I obsess about - well what is this? What if it doesnt clear up? All that stuff.
Thankfully it is all more mentally disturbing than physically disturbing.
And I wouldnt be surprised if it is yeast/fungal. My body has done the yeast thing in the past with little knowledge on my part. That was diagnosed and treated that to an alert doctor.
So we will go with this. And try to let it go for a while.
Maybe I should try some peace inducing yoga.
Positive thinking
So yesterday was one of those day... No, the positive outlook did not falter... It was more a moment of introspection of life. I get accusations from a friend that my positive outlook is just a front. That I am just faking. And that someday it will all come tumbling down around me. Nice, eh?
I feel for that person. In my moments of introspection I do have bits and pieces in my life that are sad. But over the years I have learned to grow from those experiences rather than dwell on them and fester and mope. And I am thankful for that skill. I am thankful for finding that silver lining glass half full. I am not fooling myself. I am not pretending. I have worked hard for happy. And am glad to have found that.
thanks for listening....
I feel for that person. In my moments of introspection I do have bits and pieces in my life that are sad. But over the years I have learned to grow from those experiences rather than dwell on them and fester and mope. And I am thankful for that skill. I am thankful for finding that silver lining glass half full. I am not fooling myself. I am not pretending. I have worked hard for happy. And am glad to have found that.
thanks for listening....
Happy 39th Birthday
Mr. Williams...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzHIxigdlgQ&feature=player_detailpage
I couldnt decide old song, new song, in between song....
this one gets my toe tapping...
OK let's be honest I love listening to all sorts of music and alot of it gets my toe tapping...
Thought for today I would give TRO a break and give RW a listen...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzHIxigdlgQ&feature=player_detailpage
I couldnt decide old song, new song, in between song....
this one gets my toe tapping...
OK let's be honest I love listening to all sorts of music and alot of it gets my toe tapping...
Thought for today I would give TRO a break and give RW a listen...
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
February 2006
In February 2006 I took a business trip to NYC for a client. To make the most of the trip I took the train to NJ to see my parents. A storm was steadily approaching. It was a DFriday night and I sat at their kitchen table calling the airlines to make plans to get out of there. I wanted to get home. I had plans in ATL that I didnt want to miss out on. And so flights were changed and instead of me sticking around for 2 more days with my mom and dad.... my mom drove us to the airport that Saturday so I could get one of the last flights out of the area.
I remember the ride. I remember the mini van. I remember my dad sitting in the front passenger seat as we drove up there. I remember getting out of the van. I remember talking to him through the passenger window. He had his big Uncle Jack glasses as I thought of them on and we said goodbye. Not a forever goodbye but an awkward goodbye. I remember walking across that sidewalk to get inside the terminal...... dont turn around dont turn around dont turn around... keep walking keep walking keep walking.... I fought back those tears like there was no tomorrow.
It was one of the last flights to get out on time. I made it home for Sunday... And later that week I drove with little issue to ATL and spent a wonderful few days with friends. I will always recall the aquarium as a highlight even if I was really pissy and whiny that day.
So as others are taking this time of year to mope and whine and cry and sob about being single.... I think about being left behind with only one parent. I think about that walk into the terminal. I think about all that has transpired in the past 7 years... and I try to find a way to be thankful... to be grateful.... to not have swollen eyes from crying in the morning....
I approach every day as the glass is half full... I dont know how I got to that point but I have.
I view tomorrow as a clean slate. As a new beginning. As another chance to learn and grow.
What will that mean in the end? Maybe nothing. But I wont let myself down in the meantime. And I won't let you down either.
Miss you Daddy.
I remember the ride. I remember the mini van. I remember my dad sitting in the front passenger seat as we drove up there. I remember getting out of the van. I remember talking to him through the passenger window. He had his big Uncle Jack glasses as I thought of them on and we said goodbye. Not a forever goodbye but an awkward goodbye. I remember walking across that sidewalk to get inside the terminal...... dont turn around dont turn around dont turn around... keep walking keep walking keep walking.... I fought back those tears like there was no tomorrow.
It was one of the last flights to get out on time. I made it home for Sunday... And later that week I drove with little issue to ATL and spent a wonderful few days with friends. I will always recall the aquarium as a highlight even if I was really pissy and whiny that day.
So as others are taking this time of year to mope and whine and cry and sob about being single.... I think about being left behind with only one parent. I think about that walk into the terminal. I think about all that has transpired in the past 7 years... and I try to find a way to be thankful... to be grateful.... to not have swollen eyes from crying in the morning....
I approach every day as the glass is half full... I dont know how I got to that point but I have.
I view tomorrow as a clean slate. As a new beginning. As another chance to learn and grow.
What will that mean in the end? Maybe nothing. But I wont let myself down in the meantime. And I won't let you down either.
Miss you Daddy.
this week
i have eaten some things this week - i know it is only tuesday - that don't really fall into the realm of the whole living detox cleanse... i feel like i did this last year - kept repeating week one over and over...
so the candy and cake and fried foods i have had will result in repeating week one...
this week's smoothie is a pineapple spinach variety - so far it has been good... although i have noticed the pineapple freezes really well and stays colder longer - maybe it has more water...
lunch has been salad - a salad is a salad... nothing outside the ordinary in that this week
dinner is roasted brussel sprouts - forgot i bought 2 bags of sprouts the other week - with turnip (or rutebega depending on what you want to call it) and beets. there are still lentils kicking about and some pumpkin seeds - but havent used them as a garnish yet
yesterday was a trainer ride
this morning's run turned into a dog walk - he has been loving his quick little walks - they are big for him.... needing to figure out how to sneak out of the house instead when the rain stops later this week...
so the candy and cake and fried foods i have had will result in repeating week one...
this week's smoothie is a pineapple spinach variety - so far it has been good... although i have noticed the pineapple freezes really well and stays colder longer - maybe it has more water...
lunch has been salad - a salad is a salad... nothing outside the ordinary in that this week
dinner is roasted brussel sprouts - forgot i bought 2 bags of sprouts the other week - with turnip (or rutebega depending on what you want to call it) and beets. there are still lentils kicking about and some pumpkin seeds - but havent used them as a garnish yet
yesterday was a trainer ride
this morning's run turned into a dog walk - he has been loving his quick little walks - they are big for him.... needing to figure out how to sneak out of the house instead when the rain stops later this week...
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Block
I suppose a phone book would work. This is definitely an improvement. Still not sure on the Hoo Ha Ride Glide...
Ran a little over 2 miles this morning, 20 minute bike trainer, 10 minute stretch...
Now gonna dabble with my crafty side.... trying to utilize all aspects of my brain..
Chafing
I know I just can't let this subject go because there is just no resolution just yet. So I am going old school with my obsession.... maybe it is just chafing.
And why would there be chafing? I have decided that with 20 pounds of weight loss since last year this time my workout clothes arent fitting quite as tightly as they used to.... so now, instead of my butt cheeks being crammed into the tri shorts or running shorts they have some wiggle room... and with wiggle room there is wiggle and with wiggle there is friction and with friction --- chafing...
this fitness thing can suck sometimes...
back down to my lowest WW weight this week - phew - those crazy 5 pounds that crept on when I was not feeling well have gone away - i am thinking that the primarily veg and fruit diet that I follow does the best with my weight loss and weight maintenance...
i did have some sangria, tapas and tres leches cake last night... it was nice to get out for a bit...
today going to try for a run - once the sun gets higher in the sky and the temps hopefully increase
then we are off to do some indoor skydiving
And why would there be chafing? I have decided that with 20 pounds of weight loss since last year this time my workout clothes arent fitting quite as tightly as they used to.... so now, instead of my butt cheeks being crammed into the tri shorts or running shorts they have some wiggle room... and with wiggle room there is wiggle and with wiggle there is friction and with friction --- chafing...
this fitness thing can suck sometimes...
back down to my lowest WW weight this week - phew - those crazy 5 pounds that crept on when I was not feeling well have gone away - i am thinking that the primarily veg and fruit diet that I follow does the best with my weight loss and weight maintenance...
i did have some sangria, tapas and tres leches cake last night... it was nice to get out for a bit...
today going to try for a run - once the sun gets higher in the sky and the temps hopefully increase
then we are off to do some indoor skydiving
Friday, February 8, 2013
good friday morning...
the good part of the doctors visit yesterday... the weigh in... it is now officially showing me at athena minus 5 on the scale... i know for some you can do the math - i just don't feel like typing out the true number... i am going for another 5 to 10 pounds and had gotten off track earlier in january when i wasnt feeling well...
this week's objective of veg, fruit, lentils did quite well
i did have a small falter off course last night but won't complain - the meatloaf and potatoes and guinness was within reason...
this weekend will include more veg, fruit, lentils... the second week is supposed to start to introduce some other items but i need to stick to this game plan for a little longer - you know get that full cleanse impact... and last night's meal oh and those M&Ms earlier this week do not count...
today is a bunch of meetings - ugh for a friday - got lots to get done today in between the meetings....
the weather has cleared but some more rain may be headed this way... not sure what that will mean for a workout this evening...
tomorrow - would like to head on over to the 4mile loop for a run...
and counting down days for the weather to break and to be able to bring the bike outside...
this week's objective of veg, fruit, lentils did quite well
i did have a small falter off course last night but won't complain - the meatloaf and potatoes and guinness was within reason...
this weekend will include more veg, fruit, lentils... the second week is supposed to start to introduce some other items but i need to stick to this game plan for a little longer - you know get that full cleanse impact... and last night's meal oh and those M&Ms earlier this week do not count...
today is a bunch of meetings - ugh for a friday - got lots to get done today in between the meetings....
the weather has cleared but some more rain may be headed this way... not sure what that will mean for a workout this evening...
tomorrow - would like to head on over to the 4mile loop for a run...
and counting down days for the weather to break and to be able to bring the bike outside...
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Phone book?
I don't know the last time I got a normal sized phone book that would do the trick...
As for the doctors appointment - they are clueless as to what it could be. Run some tests... maybe its fungal... if it doesnt clear go to dermatologist...
fun stuff....
having sat all day with meetings and driving and meetings and driving... i can imagine why this may be taking so long to heal...
sitting around on a beach all day sounds like a good approach to a cure... without sand in the bathing suit that is
As for the doctors appointment - they are clueless as to what it could be. Run some tests... maybe its fungal... if it doesnt clear go to dermatologist...
fun stuff....
having sat all day with meetings and driving and meetings and driving... i can imagine why this may be taking so long to heal...
sitting around on a beach all day sounds like a good approach to a cure... without sand in the bathing suit that is
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Bed Bugs
Well that catches people attention, eh? Over the Spring I became obsessed with thinking the hotel we stayed at in Orlando had bed bugs. I called the hotel with little response. I called to have my home inspected. I bought this crazy expensive mattress and box spring wrap for my very expensive mattress. I went to the doctor. And lost hours of sleep on the internet reading all I could on the subject.
That is when the internet really can get in the way of your peace of mind.
Safe to say, the same thing has happened with the saddle sores. What is it is really just chafing? Should I cut back on my running? What if it's like a jock itch with a bacteria or something festering? Should I stop swimming - OK I actually have not been swimming... And there is no festering for those of you that just gagged on that comment.... But this how the mind starts to race... I even got to the point of remembering my dermatologist discussing that you can get skin cancer even on the unexposed body parts....
YES - just obsessed.... We have talked about the beets in my diet scare obsession, have we not?
So with this too... I am going to go to the doctor...
I need to go back to the old school approach - simple solutions and let it rides its course. I did that with my stomach.. OK I was close on that one and will ask about that tomorrow but let it ride its course...
So today I ran. And that is about it for physical activity.
The menu has not changed - blueberry smoothie, lentils and squash, salad, roasted brussel sprouts, onions and mushrooms... Stopped eating with the hopes of getting a fasting blood test of my cholesterol while I am at it tomorrow. Not sure the lastest approach to health care will allow that but...
Oh I did have a diet pepsi today and some pistachios.
the scale looked better this morning than it has in a while - phew...
gonna spend the rest of the evening catching up on some tv - The Following, Suits or White Collar???
and trying out some new work software...
That is when the internet really can get in the way of your peace of mind.
Safe to say, the same thing has happened with the saddle sores. What is it is really just chafing? Should I cut back on my running? What if it's like a jock itch with a bacteria or something festering? Should I stop swimming - OK I actually have not been swimming... And there is no festering for those of you that just gagged on that comment.... But this how the mind starts to race... I even got to the point of remembering my dermatologist discussing that you can get skin cancer even on the unexposed body parts....
YES - just obsessed.... We have talked about the beets in my diet scare obsession, have we not?
So with this too... I am going to go to the doctor...
I need to go back to the old school approach - simple solutions and let it rides its course. I did that with my stomach.. OK I was close on that one and will ask about that tomorrow but let it ride its course...
So today I ran. And that is about it for physical activity.
The menu has not changed - blueberry smoothie, lentils and squash, salad, roasted brussel sprouts, onions and mushrooms... Stopped eating with the hopes of getting a fasting blood test of my cholesterol while I am at it tomorrow. Not sure the lastest approach to health care will allow that but...
Oh I did have a diet pepsi today and some pistachios.
the scale looked better this morning than it has in a while - phew...
gonna spend the rest of the evening catching up on some tv - The Following, Suits or White Collar???
and trying out some new work software...
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Still on the topic of saddle sores
I went to a different bike store this weekend. #1 Because it is open on Sundays and the one down the street is not. #2 They actually address Try Sports and not just biking so I can fulfill any other needs there as well. #3 In hindsight they were much nicer and better at service than the store down the street. #4 I am just tired of the noise and nudity and madness.... OK that point might not make sense to others... unless you know who owns the bike store down the street....
I was so pleasantly surprised. I walked in - it was a slow day - and the sales clerks went out of their way to help me. I said I was looking for something for saddle sores. And the next thing you know she handed me a tube of cream specifically designed for women. COOL. Next she asked me if I had been riding my trainer alot this winter. This is the first time anything I have come across with saddle sores equated it to the bike trainer. I nodded excitedly. And the next thing you know she is talking about a block to put under your front wheel. My yoga blocks at home sprang to mind. In reality it is a specific CycleOps piece that you can put under your front wheel to to raise it so you aren't leaning so uncomfortably forward while on the training. Neat... I don't understand why this wasnt explained to me by other said bike expert...
So we shall see how that goes. No need to get into TMI out here but really feel like a month on the beach and no biking would be the only cure. Instead I did ride this evening for a bit. I have switched it up some - 10 minutes on the bike with a series of jumping jacks and pushups and then another 10 minutes on the bike etc...
This evening instead of the roasted veg I had tuna fish and green beans. So simple and so tasty. I havent had either in a while. Glad I found them in the kitchen.
Going to try to run tomorrow morning. Well wait, the weather is about to come on.. that will help me decide for sure if the run should happen.
I was so pleasantly surprised. I walked in - it was a slow day - and the sales clerks went out of their way to help me. I said I was looking for something for saddle sores. And the next thing you know she handed me a tube of cream specifically designed for women. COOL. Next she asked me if I had been riding my trainer alot this winter. This is the first time anything I have come across with saddle sores equated it to the bike trainer. I nodded excitedly. And the next thing you know she is talking about a block to put under your front wheel. My yoga blocks at home sprang to mind. In reality it is a specific CycleOps piece that you can put under your front wheel to to raise it so you aren't leaning so uncomfortably forward while on the training. Neat... I don't understand why this wasnt explained to me by other said bike expert...
So we shall see how that goes. No need to get into TMI out here but really feel like a month on the beach and no biking would be the only cure. Instead I did ride this evening for a bit. I have switched it up some - 10 minutes on the bike with a series of jumping jacks and pushups and then another 10 minutes on the bike etc...
This evening instead of the roasted veg I had tuna fish and green beans. So simple and so tasty. I havent had either in a while. Glad I found them in the kitchen.
Going to try to run tomorrow morning. Well wait, the weather is about to come on.. that will help me decide for sure if the run should happen.
Peanuts...
It wasnt until this morning when prepping for another blueberry smoothie that I remembered I had a peanut butter moment of weakness last night equating to two tablespoons and a glass of milk. Sure - I know this is not a big falter but... still not in the range of the items I am trying to eat.
This morning's run was another walk - and it was a walk with the little guy... It ends up being 2/10ths of a mile - not that much... but what a great accomplishment for his little aging legs dont work well self. So this will continue to be a portion of my mornings going forward.
The good news - the weather says it will be in the 60s today. So I think I will get a run in this evening when I get home. YAY!!!!
and thank you...
This morning's run was another walk - and it was a walk with the little guy... It ends up being 2/10ths of a mile - not that much... but what a great accomplishment for his little aging legs dont work well self. So this will continue to be a portion of my mornings going forward.
The good news - the weather says it will be in the 60s today. So I think I will get a run in this evening when I get home. YAY!!!!
and thank you...
Monday, February 4, 2013
Blueberry smoothis
This morning started with a crazy cold walk. I knew it would be cold and the layers would not be condusive to running. Also knew my mindset was not good for a run.
So a walk it was. And it was so cold my face was freezing cold as I washed it in the shower.
Breakfast was a pleasant surprise of a blueberry smoothie... blueberries, orange juice, lemon juice, coconut water, mint, avocado. It was tasty.
Lunch was a salad.
Dinner was roasted vege.
Sadly I got my hands on some junk and not all that happy with myself - cookies, pistachios, kefir Nd M&Ms....
I rounded out the night with some yoga for runners. I thought it would be good for my knees and internal organs. Help keep things moving.
Shall we talk about the saddle sores? Well maybe another time.
Sunday, February 3, 2013
Lentils
I sat down with my morning coffee and computer to talk about Lentils... and then i got sidetracked by the TV and all the Super Bowl hype... I kind of want to make the time to watch the Winton Marsalis show at noon. Highly unlikely I will be home in front of a tv at that time. and of course because the tv was on I get sidetracked into looking at on-line electronic tax filings... I am a paper and pen girl but think I should upgrade in my technology...
oh gosh now Sam, Josh and Emeril are on and talking about food --- can't wait for NOLA and some coffee and beignets... mmmm...
OK - let's get back to talking about the boring legume known as lentils...
Have we spoken about them before? I know I have done research on them in the past. Research? you say... Yes, I have been on a quest to figure out protein, fiber and carbs levels in lots of out of the oridnary foods and this is one of them.
I like them because they go from a dried state to soft with much less prep time than the other dried beans in the grocery store. Also, because of their size they seem to capture the flavorings a whole lot better.
And then add the nutritional facts...
19 carbs - OK a bit high maybe for my doctor suggested below 100g of carbs a day approach
9 fiber - that's cool
8 protein - even better...
So there is a whole pot that has been soaking overnight for this week's menu... I will probably freeze some as I doubt I can or should eat all 14 servings that are in one bag.
Now what to mix with them...
The Whole Living web-site has two recipes noted this week. One is a salad. The other is a stew.
I am leaning towards the salad variety. PLUS, I am craving zucchini and squash, so I think I will add those into the mix.
Breakfast this week is a variety of a blueberry mint smoothie
Dinner will be some version of a roasted vegetable - I am thinking brussel sprouts, beets and onion... I know my digestive track will haunt me with those beets.
Now to figure out what to do about the Super Bowl... not really sure I want to watch any of it.
oh gosh now Sam, Josh and Emeril are on and talking about food --- can't wait for NOLA and some coffee and beignets... mmmm...
OK - let's get back to talking about the boring legume known as lentils...
Have we spoken about them before? I know I have done research on them in the past. Research? you say... Yes, I have been on a quest to figure out protein, fiber and carbs levels in lots of out of the oridnary foods and this is one of them.
I like them because they go from a dried state to soft with much less prep time than the other dried beans in the grocery store. Also, because of their size they seem to capture the flavorings a whole lot better.
And then add the nutritional facts...
19 carbs - OK a bit high maybe for my doctor suggested below 100g of carbs a day approach
9 fiber - that's cool
8 protein - even better...
So there is a whole pot that has been soaking overnight for this week's menu... I will probably freeze some as I doubt I can or should eat all 14 servings that are in one bag.
Now what to mix with them...
The Whole Living web-site has two recipes noted this week. One is a salad. The other is a stew.
I am leaning towards the salad variety. PLUS, I am craving zucchini and squash, so I think I will add those into the mix.
Breakfast this week is a variety of a blueberry mint smoothie
Dinner will be some version of a roasted vegetable - I am thinking brussel sprouts, beets and onion... I know my digestive track will haunt me with those beets.
Now to figure out what to do about the Super Bowl... not really sure I want to watch any of it.
Saturday, February 2, 2013
Work day
I scheduled some calls today and went into the office. I got so much done. My only bit of exercise was walking to the mall to pick up lunch.
Looking at aquarium pics at my moms and some unhealthy dinner.
She has an interesting list of foods to eat. Not what we are eating tonight. Tonight is helping get the unhealthy food out of the house.
So on the list:
Sweet potatoes
Mangoes
Unsweetened greek yogurt
Broccoli
Wild salmon
Crisp breads
Garbanzo beans
Watermelon
Butternut squash
Leafy greens...
Going to read up on this...
Lentils
Not sure what will become of these. Lots of ideas running through my head. Will stop at grocery store on the eay home from work.
Not too bad
See previous post for what all I threw into the cup.
The Oster hand blender did a good job.
WHINE
I did not like the scale yesterday at WW. I knew it would not be a good situation. I have been struggling with a stomach bug for the better part of 3 weeks. I was feeling better this week or so I thought. And the next thing you know I find myself curled up in a ball on the floor of a conference room trying to make it through cramping. WTH is that?! So I didnt do much this week in the way of exercise or healthy eating. I didnt think the eating was that far off but I did eat anything that seemed good... and obviously the scale doesnt lie.
I was feeling better by the end of this week but went out with a bang last night. I had wine (UGH both red and white), chips, salsa and a nasty cheese dip... For so many reasons and not the ones previously mentioned I feel nasty today. Guess it makes it a good way to get a start on all the things on my mind to accomplish.
A delayed new year's resolution? I wouldnt call it that. Just a delayed jump start for the year.
So I am still at down 20 pounds since last year at this time. And I am looking to lose another 10.
I have decided that I need to cut out the alcohol to really get the last 10 off. It has become such a pass time of hanging out with friends. Everyone seems to draw a blank if posed with the challenge of finding something else to do when we get together. So there is always food and wine or beer. I am just tired of it. I doubt that will go over well with anyone. And I know some will laugh at me... Say that I go through this every year at this time. But I am OK with that.
I am looking at this as a jump start on Lent and giving up something.
It is a jump start on so much.
I am using the 2013 game plan from Whole Living. It starts in week one with just fruits, vegetables and lentils - oh and nuts and healthy oils. They don't discuss caffeine or dairy anywhere so I am assuming it is not on the list. I have successfully made the transition to decaf coffee and tea. I do have a half gallon of milk in the fridge so I wont be going dairy free until that has been consumed.
The breakfasts for week one are all about smoothies. What type of blender do you use to make your smoothies? I have a regular blender and I have a hand held. I have spent the better part of the week looking at other options but have decided to stick with what I have.
Today is a mango variety - of course I am already off course as I didnt buy tahini (I have some all natural peanut butter), I have a banana (which is odd as I never buy bananas), I used coconut water instead of plain water, and some lime juice. I know it sounds awful doesnt it?
Well I havent blended it yet - still getting through coffee cup two...
From here I will be going to work - yes, it is a Saturday but I have some things that need to be finished... and figured a quiet day in the office may be the best way to accomplish that.
And hopefully by the time I am done it will be warmer out and a walk/run will be in order.
Was thinking of going to see Argo. Still unsure if that will happen.
I was feeling better by the end of this week but went out with a bang last night. I had wine (UGH both red and white), chips, salsa and a nasty cheese dip... For so many reasons and not the ones previously mentioned I feel nasty today. Guess it makes it a good way to get a start on all the things on my mind to accomplish.
A delayed new year's resolution? I wouldnt call it that. Just a delayed jump start for the year.
So I am still at down 20 pounds since last year at this time. And I am looking to lose another 10.
I have decided that I need to cut out the alcohol to really get the last 10 off. It has become such a pass time of hanging out with friends. Everyone seems to draw a blank if posed with the challenge of finding something else to do when we get together. So there is always food and wine or beer. I am just tired of it. I doubt that will go over well with anyone. And I know some will laugh at me... Say that I go through this every year at this time. But I am OK with that.
I am looking at this as a jump start on Lent and giving up something.
It is a jump start on so much.
I am using the 2013 game plan from Whole Living. It starts in week one with just fruits, vegetables and lentils - oh and nuts and healthy oils. They don't discuss caffeine or dairy anywhere so I am assuming it is not on the list. I have successfully made the transition to decaf coffee and tea. I do have a half gallon of milk in the fridge so I wont be going dairy free until that has been consumed.
The breakfasts for week one are all about smoothies. What type of blender do you use to make your smoothies? I have a regular blender and I have a hand held. I have spent the better part of the week looking at other options but have decided to stick with what I have.
Today is a mango variety - of course I am already off course as I didnt buy tahini (I have some all natural peanut butter), I have a banana (which is odd as I never buy bananas), I used coconut water instead of plain water, and some lime juice. I know it sounds awful doesnt it?
Well I havent blended it yet - still getting through coffee cup two...
From here I will be going to work - yes, it is a Saturday but I have some things that need to be finished... and figured a quiet day in the office may be the best way to accomplish that.
And hopefully by the time I am done it will be warmer out and a walk/run will be in order.
Was thinking of going to see Argo. Still unsure if that will happen.
Friday, February 1, 2013
Pinterest? Tattoos?
really? i have no desire to permanently make changes to my skin. sure, i have done permanent damage over the years due to my lack of sunscreen at a young age - but i want nothing to do with ink and needles
good luck with that
good luck with that
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