Okay, so I'm just barely below 180, the official weight is 179.8 lbs (:-p) but, whatever, it's still below 180 and that makes me happy.
Just a short post today, not too much to report. Had a good weekend diet wise, no cheating or sneaking.
Well, alright, last night Neil and I broke into the pickled beans that I'd canned in September and I had one or two of those. The only reason that would classify as cheating is I'm supposed to steer clear of vinegar, something about the acidity levels, but I figure two pickled beans worth of acid isn't going to kill me. And beside, I'm the one who busted my butt planting, growing, watering, picking and preserving the things so I should at least get to enjoy a few of them... right?
If you're interested in how I'm coping with this incredibly restrictive diet, I'll tell you one of my little secrets... Since I've pegged Christmas Day to be my big "cheat day" I've started to make a list of all of the things I can't have but REALLY REALLY want and will be indulging in on our Lord's birthday. Here's a sampling of the list so far:
- bacon wrapped scallops
- ham
- hot chocolate
- hard liquor (any kind will do)
- cookies (again, any kind will do)
- pickled things... carrots, beans, beets, pickles (you know, baby cucumbers!) & zucchini relish
I'm also concerned about Christmas Eve. At the office where I work we shut down at noon on Christmas Eve and do a gift exchange and everyone brings a tasty hors'dorve (spl?) to share. It's like a pot luck and it's awesome, some of the girls here are kickass cooks and it'd be a shame to miss out on the festivities. So I might have to allow myself to indulge for the afternoon that day. What do you think? How much cheating should I allow myself over the holidays?
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