Saturday, June 30

I want to start today’s post by saying that my thoughts are with those in Scotland and the rest of the UK. Thankfully, no innocent victims have been hurt in London or Glasgow in these attempts the past couple of days, but I’m sure it naturally has everyone there on edge not knowing if there might be more to come. Hopefully this morning’s events in Glasgow will be the end of it!

It’s Saturday, so that means another weigh in day for me. I’m happy to report that I was down 1.5 pounds this week! Even with that, I’m still slightly off pace for my summer challenge, but if I can have another 1.5 pound loss week, then I’ll be right back on track since my goal can be met with an average loss of 1 pound per week.

After I left my Weight Watchers meeting, I headed down the street to Trader Joes and stocked up on groceries. My fridge and cupboards were pretty bare. As I was leaving TJs, I noticed they were having the grand opening of a new Golden Spoon frozen yogurt store across the street. Golden Spoon is BY FAR the ultimate frozen yogurt, IMO. It’s only 17 calories and 0g of fat per ounce, but the best part, it doesn’t taste like it! As part of their grand opening, they were giving away free 4 oz. mini cups to all customers this morning. So, I had 1 point of yummy New York Cheesecake frozen yumminess after I ate my lunch.

Yes, as you may have noticed, my OP streak continues. I don’t have any exact number in mind that I’m shooting for as far as a new days OP goal. For now, things are going well, so I’m just going with it and I’ll see where it takes me.

Day 49 of 40

Breakfast:
Blueberry bran muffin - 3

Lunch:
Southwest salad - 5
Crackers - 3
Frozen yogurt mini cup - 1

Dinner:
Chik’n cutlet - 3
Couscous - 4
Steamed veggies - 0

Snacks:
Nonfat milk - 4
Z-bar - 2
Fiber One bar - 2

Total: 27
Exercise:
WPA balance: 35
Water: 64 oz

Friday, June 29

Day 48 of 40

Breakfast:
Veggie omelet - 2
Soysage - 1
Toast - 1

Lunch:
Couscous & veggie salad - 5
NSA peaches - 1.5

Dinner:
Veggie burgers - 3
FF Pringles w/salsa - 1
Baby carrots - 0
Tomatoes - 0

Snacks:
Nonfat milk - 4
Z-bar - 2
Fiber One bar - 2

Total: 22.5
Exercise:
WPA balance: 34.5
Water: 96 oz

Thursday, June 28

Day 47 of 40

Breakfast:
None

Lunch:
Sandwich - 3
FF Pringles w/salsa - 1.5
Baby carrots - 0
Tomatoes - 0
Pickles - 0
Pudding - 4

Dinner:
Veggie burgers - 3
Baked potato - 4
Frozen yogurt - 4

Snacks:
All Bran crackers - 3
Nonfat milk - 4
Z-bars - 4

Total: 30.5
Exercise:
WPA balance: 34.5
Water: 48 oz

Wednesday, June 27

Day 46 of 40

Breakfast:
Toast - 1

Late Lunch:
Wild mushroom soup - 4
Veg jambalaya - 8
Vegetarian meat loaf - 4
Garlic mashed potatoes - 4

Snacks:
Nonfat milk - 4
Z-bar - 2
Fiber One bar - 2

Total: 29
Exercise:
WPA balance: 35
Water: 48 oz

Tuesday, June 26

Yes, the no slips or cheating streak continues.

Day 45 of 40

Breakfast:
Veggie omelet - 3
Toast - 1

Lunch:
Pasta - 3
Pasta sauce w/added veggies - 1
Tomatoes - 0
Frozen grapes - 2

Dinner:
Light Line Chik’n Cordon Bleu - 4
Tofu dog - 1
Veggie burger w/cheese - 3
Baked scoops w/salsa - 2

Snacks:
Pumpkin smoothie - 2
Nonfat milk - 4
Z-bars - 4

Total: 30
Exercise:
WPA balance: 35
Water: 64 oz

Monday, June 25

Day 44 of 40

Breakfast:
None

Lunch:
Mushroom bisque - 5
Dinner roll - 3
Nonfat no sugar added frozen yogurt - 4

Dinner:
Pasta - 3
Meatless meatballs - 3
Pasta sauce w/added veggies - 1
Tomatoes - 0

Snacks:
Baked Scoops w/salsa - 3
Nonfat milk - 4
South Beach bar - 2
Fiber One bar - 2

Total: 30
Exercise:
WPA balance: 35
Water: 64 oz

Sunday, June 24

Day 43 of 40

Brunch:
Pumpkin pancakes - 5

By the Pool Snacks:
Baked Scoops w/salsa - 3
Fresh fruit - 1

Dinner:
Veggie pizza - 8

Snacks:
Nonfat milk - 4
Z-bar - 2
Fiber One bar - 2

Total: 25
Exercise:
WPA balance: 35
Water: 64 oz

Saturday, June 23

Day 42 of 40

Brunch:
Garden Scramble - 2
Pancakes - 5

By the Pool Snacks:
Baked Scoops w/salsa - 4
Fresh fruit - 2

Dinner:
Orzo Curry Soup - 2
Pita - 1

Snacks:
Rum & Diet Coke - 4 (while shooting pool)
Nonfat milk - 4
Pumpkin chocolate cake - 4

Total: 28
Exercise:
WPA balance: 35
Water: 64 oz

Friday, June 22

Day 41 of 40

Breakfast:
MSF breakfast stir-fry - 3

Lunch:
Bolono sandwiches - 4

Dinner:
Pad Thai - 12
Pumpkin chocolate cake - 2

Snacks:
Nonfat milk - 4
Z-bar - 2
Fiber One bar - 2

Total: 29
Exercise:
WPA balance: 25
Water: 80 oz

Thursday, June 21

Happy Summer Solstice!

Well, today is the end of my 40 day challenge. I hopped on the scale this morning and I was the same weight as my weigh in last Saturday. Given that I flew cross-country day before yesterday, I’m not really surprised as I generally also retain water and feel bloated whenever I fly.

So, this brings an end to my Sunsplash challenge. I didn’t lose the amount of weight I would’ve liked, but hey, at least I DID lose weight. This is a big change for me from the last several months as I’ve been dealing with all of my health issues.

I have started another challenge for myself along with a group of other buddies on the weight loss message board. This challenge will run through Labor Day and I have set a goal for myself to lose 10 pounds. That will be an average of 1 pound per week, so please cross your fingers (and anything else you please) for me.

Day 40 of 40

Breakfast:
Toast - 2
AB Chai Latte - 1

Lunch:
MSF corn dog - 3
Baked Scoops w/salsa - 3

Dinner:
Wine - 4
Flatbread - 1
Mushroom pesto pasta (1/2 order) - 8
Mediterranean pasta (1/2 order) - 6
Couple bites of dessert - 2

Snacks:
Nonfat milk - 4
Snack bar - 2

Total: 36
Exercise:
WPA balance: 25
Water: 64 oz