morning everyone!

We've had off and on thunderstorms for the past 2+ days. Some of the thunder actually woke me up...which is weird because I usually sleep better during storms, but these ones shook the whole house!
I have a feeling I am going to have to mow the yard this weekend...DH is definitely not up for it yet and it is going to need it...we've lived in this house for almost 2 years now and I have never once mowed the yard. in fact I haven't mowed any lawn since I was about 12 years old LOL. That's the one thing I exclusively assign to DH. I guess it's time for me to suck it up haha.

QOTD: In the spring and summer I love being outside...If I have a full day off with my family, I love going to the Zoo, or in the summer time we go to the Renaissance faire a few times. If the weather is not so great, I'd love to be able to spend a day in my studio just getting immersed in a painting. That has not happened since I had Story though...not easy to lose a day painting when you have a 3 year old demanding your attention every 30 seconds.

Morning: coffee w/ half caramel PP
B: 2 chicken b-fast sausages
L: cheesy chicken enchilada soup with extra chicken pieces added for more substance/protein.
D: Crab salad w/peas
S: Greek L&F yogurt

Enjoy your day everyone!

Good morning! All my best mojo headed your way JB! Hope everything goes really well tomorrow so you can enjoy your summer! I am still trying to make up for not having any time at home this weekend. I usually make sure I have time to recharge and prepare for the week, but that didn't happen... I feel like I'm winging it and I'm not doing a very good job! I've forgotten things everyday that I really needed and I'm running ragged, ugh!

Accountability - Didn't eat much yesterday. I was too tired to cook dinner so I ate a handful of almonds instead.

QOTD - My ideal day would probably include Starbucks, a beautiful nature hike, shopping and Netflix! I am an introvert, but not a bookworm - I'm a very visual person. I need a mix of activity with plenty of chill time. I'm finding our many adventures lately to be really fun. I think it's all good if balanced.

17+mo post op - 170.7

b-coffee, HB eggs

l-salad w/chicken

d-pork tenderloin w/green beans and mushrooms

v/l on track

Have a wonderful day!!

Accountability? Hahahaha. I did map what I walked in NYC yesterday and it was 7 miles. At one point I walked from 14th street to 81st Street to meet my nephew. #urbanhiking Scale was the same this AM.

Someone said to me recently "Memories over macros" I believe that can be true in maintenance. We can pick and choose days we want to eat differently. We just can't fool ourselves and make it everyday. Not everyday is a celebration. Not every celebration requires different eating. If you are losing- "be a Machine"

Today I have my big annual Board Meeting. I think I mentioned- I let a vegan plan it and it's a carbfest. Originally I thought- one meal, no biggie... oh no. Biggie. Basically rice, potatoes, and pasta. You are a vegan! Where the hell are the veggies? One salad. I asked if she could ask the chef to just make me a plate of cooked veggies based on my basil allergy. We will see. Ugh.

QOTD: I like an adventure. NYC urban hiking is a fave. Includes occasional stops at Starbucks. And the beach. If I'm having quiet time it's better at the beach.

Food?

meat- veg- coffee and protein drink on way to dinner. Then all bets are off as to what will happen. I may eat nothing. Being at an Italian restaurant and being deathly allergic to Basil is a good excuse.

Emergency Protein bar in purse.

Morning all. Can't wait to hear about the outcome of your job news tomorrow, Julia. Layla has respectfully declined to be swung again, but I am still keeping my fingers and toes crossed.

Had a super busy weekend. I had house guests all weekend, and we had a great time running around town. I had a BBQ with friends in my backyard on Saturday night, and a 5k walk on Sunday. It was all a good time.

Today I have labs in preparation for an infusion tomorrow. It is the last of a series of 6 over the past 3 years. The infusion is generally to prevent loss of bone density, but in my case is to reduce the risk of a reoccurrence of my breast cancer. It only takes about a 1/2 hour and is pretty much a non-event.

QOTD: Every Thursday, two friends and I have an afternoon adventure. We take turns planning them. In the past we have visited unusual nurseries, explored various neighborhoods in Portland or small towns close by. Last week we took a road trip to a new resort to check it out and have lunch. This Thursday we are going to the Zoo. Future plans include visiting the Chinese Garden, the Japanese Garden, the art museum and the science museum. It has been super fun and is giving us a chance to play tourist in our own town.

I have been eating like a crazy person, so I am shutting it down today. My menu is super restricted, but it is what I need to do. Plus, I have a bunch of protein that needs to be used.

3 years, 6 months post-op:

B: Egg Beaters, bacon and lite mozzarella omelet

S: 2 oz deli roast beef

L: chicken thigh

S: 4 oz prawns

D: 5 oz grilled halibut, protein water

Totals: calories 656, carbs 4, protein 110

Have a great day everyone.

Always nice to see you pop on and post.

Posting late after a day spent taping,mudding and painting ceilings in the bathhouse with Kilz. Probably more of the same tomorrow. Having fun and Lily snd I paused midwalk so I could post. Theres only one building cross camp with wifi here. Beautiful woods though and Lily and I are hav8ng a blast walking. QOTD perfect day if nice would be lots of walking but if rainy sitting cuddled up with hubby and my knitting. Accountability has been great. No extra bites and weight is down at 118 today. Keeping up with the drinking in the heat and humidity is quite the task but I've done just fine. Post op 5 years 8.5 months . Heres the food B 1/2 c steel cut oats with protein and pwanut butter L 4 oz deli ham and cheese 1/2 coleslaw D 1 cheesy smoked sausage 1/2 c coleslaw S sm apple with 1 T peanut butter. See you tomorrow!

Glad you checked in! What does Lily do all day?

I don't know how to insert my diary from MFP. If anyone could tell me how to do it I would appreciate it. I am not that tech savvy...LOL

Your Food Diary For:

Tuesday, May 15, 2018

I just take screenshot of my menu and upload it like I would a photo and then insert it into the post.

Hi everyone,

I'm soooo late again. Work was crazy today as ususal.

QOTD: I love fire up my smokers making some serious proteins! I also like to take a ride to Rhode Island or New Hampshire for the day.

Accountability:On point.

B: 4 oz grilled turkey sausage

L: 3oz turkey breast

S: 2oz turkey breast

D: 3oz grilled sea scallops, 2oz grilled pork cutlet, 1/2C broccoli rabe

S: ostrim meat stick

My cals for the day are low but a lot of protein.

Cals:522, Carbs:7, Protein:95

Enjoy the rest of your night everyone!