Today, dear reader, is the official start of summer...the Solstice was at 7:58 a.m., EST. And, let me tell you, it is a scorcher (or as we New Englanders prefer to say, "It's a scah-ja!"). But I digress.
Down just shy of two more pounds since my last post...not bad...particularly since I ate (dare I say it) a wee, teeny-tiny sliver of chocolate cake yesterday...and -- DAMN! -- was it good. But happily, that did not send me on the slippery slope back to my old habits. I was quite content with my itty-bitty nosh and woke this morning to no gain! Gee, maybe all this talk of moderation really is the key, she said with a knowing wink and a nudge.
So close and yet so far, though, from breaking the 150 lbs. milestone. .9 lbs away, to be exact. I can honestly say, my scale has never seen a number such as 140-something. My ultimate goal is 145...so I am, in fact, getting there...but, gosh, I really just want to dip into the 40s...especially before I leave them! Okay, okay...I'll only be 49 this July 14, but still...I'd like to hang in that fabulous land of 140-something for a good long while and, well, get all cozy and comfy with that number. Just a little hope and dream of mine.
Need to once again go thru my wardrobe and winnow out the things that are just too darn big. When HCG and Dr. Simeons promised if I stuck to the diet faithfully that I would lose "Pounds and Inches," this was not a joke. To recap: in my one and only round (42 days, from Oct. 2 - Nov. 14, 2009), I dropped an impressive 25.3 lbs and a staggering 36" overall (most notably 7.25" off my waist). As of today, I'm down an additional 20.5 lbs. (this while consuming 1300-1400 cals per day, coupled with moderate exercise...also, limited booze (a little champagne and the occasional martini) and with the exception of yesterday, no whites (think sugar, pasta, bread, etc.)). As for the inches, my waist is currently 33" (minus 10.5"...I'm still in shock), 48" lost overall! 48"...my mother isn't even that tall! The other big loss areas include my belly (-8.5"), hips (-6.5"), chest (-6.25...that's all that icky back flab) and 3" gone off each of my thighs.
Anyway, it is very exciting, to say the least, but mostly it is very satisfying. I made up my mind and, for once, I really did it. Yep, I'm pretty proud of me.
Enjoy the bounty of spring produce that is out there...I know I am!
Eat and be well,
Jane Doh!
Monday, June 21, 2010
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Stabilization...Day 199...-43.9, 7.8 from goal
Plus one week and where am I? Same place I was last week! Arrrgggghhh.
To be fair, I shouldn't complain...I am not gaining, right? Been invited to sit on a national conference call of HCG newbies...I guess to serve as a model? Me? Yikes...not sure that's such a bright idea...smile.
Spent a glorious Memorial Day weekend on the boat. Guess what? Oddest thing...moving about a seagoing vessel is waaaayyyy easier minus 40-45 pounds...no, really. And know what else? Donning a swimsuit is a joy not a federal offense. All good.
Ate well and sensibly for the two-and-a-half days. Naked grilled meats, lots of veggies (including a fabulous ratatouille of summer squash, onions, tomatoes, olive oil and fresh cracked lemon pepper (in heavy duty foil, on the grill for about 15 mins)), treats that included Caprese Salad and a lovely crab salad (lump crab, lemon zest and 1/2 of the lemon's juice, pepper, 1-2 tsp light mayo) served on endive...oh, yeah, we do it right. No drinking for me and very little for my sweetie. Oh wait, I did have one Amstel Light...and you know what? 95 calories really never did taste so imported! Know how I've a new appreciation for the oh-so-dry martini (Noilly Prat...what vermouth should be, by the by...)? Well, this beer tasted good...real...flippin'...good. Not so good give-me-a-dozen, just refreshing. Hmmm.
Oy...must get back to the salt mines.
Eat and be well,
Jane Doh!
To be fair, I shouldn't complain...I am not gaining, right? Been invited to sit on a national conference call of HCG newbies...I guess to serve as a model? Me? Yikes...not sure that's such a bright idea...smile.
Spent a glorious Memorial Day weekend on the boat. Guess what? Oddest thing...moving about a seagoing vessel is waaaayyyy easier minus 40-45 pounds...no, really. And know what else? Donning a swimsuit is a joy not a federal offense. All good.
Ate well and sensibly for the two-and-a-half days. Naked grilled meats, lots of veggies (including a fabulous ratatouille of summer squash, onions, tomatoes, olive oil and fresh cracked lemon pepper (in heavy duty foil, on the grill for about 15 mins)), treats that included Caprese Salad and a lovely crab salad (lump crab, lemon zest and 1/2 of the lemon's juice, pepper, 1-2 tsp light mayo) served on endive...oh, yeah, we do it right. No drinking for me and very little for my sweetie. Oh wait, I did have one Amstel Light...and you know what? 95 calories really never did taste so imported! Know how I've a new appreciation for the oh-so-dry martini (Noilly Prat...what vermouth should be, by the by...)? Well, this beer tasted good...real...flippin'...good. Not so good give-me-a-dozen, just refreshing. Hmmm.
Oy...must get back to the salt mines.
Eat and be well,
Jane Doh!
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Stabilization...Day 193
Still hovering between 5-8 lbs. from my goal weight...today it is 7.8...but then again, my period is due, so that could explain that. Annoying, to say the least...I suppose I could lay off the champagne entirely, but, heck, where's the fun in that?
Bet I'm down a pound tomorrow...it is a hot as hell here...mid 90s! In May, for chrissakes.
Okay, back to sewing...
Eat and be well,
Jane Doh!
Bet I'm down a pound tomorrow...it is a hot as hell here...mid 90s! In May, for chrissakes.
Okay, back to sewing...
Eat and be well,
Jane Doh!
Monday, May 17, 2010
Stabilization...Day 184
Arrrghh...will I ever get these last pounds off? Currently 6.4 lbs. from my goal weight...so close and yet so far! I recalculated my BMR and lowered my daily caloric intake to 1300, down from 1400, but, of course, I need to get moving...in regards to more exercise. It's spring...cycling, perhaps?
Had an odd experience in regards to clothes...needed to get all gussied up for a fete of grand proportions this passed Friday...and...wait for it...nothing fit! No, not that way...it was all too big! In fact, my one-and-only biz suit was swimming on me. But given how timeless the style is, I think I'll spring to get it altered. Also on the "alter" list is my "Car Wash" dress from CaBI...it is just too fab to part with.
Made an amazing Chicken Taco Stew in the crockpot this past weekend! Full of veggies and but a mere 170 calories per cup. Pretty easy...toss a chopped onion, box of frozen chopped spinach, box of frozen corn, 16 oz can of black beans drained, 28 oz can whole tomatoes in purée (I pull the cores out and crush toms with my hand before adding), 8 oz. can tomato sauce, 1/4 cup taco seasoning, 1+ tsp. each chili powder, cumin, coriander, hot sauce (add to suit your own taste). Stir together. Cook on high for 3 hrs. Shred chicken from one cooked bird (I get the rotisserie style at the grocery store). Add to crockpot. Cook another hour on low. Add more tomato puree if stew is too dry. I serve with chopped fresh tomato, scallions, jalepenos, shredded cheddar cheese (Mexican seasoned blend is exceptionally yummy) and sour cream (you need to add appropriate calories for each topping used). Beyond delish!
Eat and be well,
Jane Doh!
Had an odd experience in regards to clothes...needed to get all gussied up for a fete of grand proportions this passed Friday...and...wait for it...nothing fit! No, not that way...it was all too big! In fact, my one-and-only biz suit was swimming on me. But given how timeless the style is, I think I'll spring to get it altered. Also on the "alter" list is my "Car Wash" dress from CaBI...it is just too fab to part with.
Made an amazing Chicken Taco Stew in the crockpot this past weekend! Full of veggies and but a mere 170 calories per cup. Pretty easy...toss a chopped onion, box of frozen chopped spinach, box of frozen corn, 16 oz can of black beans drained, 28 oz can whole tomatoes in purée (I pull the cores out and crush toms with my hand before adding), 8 oz. can tomato sauce, 1/4 cup taco seasoning, 1+ tsp. each chili powder, cumin, coriander, hot sauce (add to suit your own taste). Stir together. Cook on high for 3 hrs. Shred chicken from one cooked bird (I get the rotisserie style at the grocery store). Add to crockpot. Cook another hour on low. Add more tomato puree if stew is too dry. I serve with chopped fresh tomato, scallions, jalepenos, shredded cheddar cheese (Mexican seasoned blend is exceptionally yummy) and sour cream (you need to add appropriate calories for each topping used). Beyond delish!
Eat and be well,
Jane Doh!
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Stabilization...Day 180
Just about six months post completion of the HCG protocol and I'm down an even 45 lbs at this morning's weigh-in. Not bad. Was down another .6 lbs this past Thursday...but then I do tend to fluctuate.
Tomorrow is a big food tasting event I do the PR for...Italian cuisine...sadly, I'll not be eating much...hopfully I can track down some grilled veggies and a little protein. But, just in case, I'll bring nuts and dried fruit.
Eat and be well,
Jane Doh!
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