I've been struggling the past couple of days, really wanting something sweet. I sort of expected it around this time of the month. (You girls know what I'm talking about!) It's taken all I have to not down a 1/2 box of vanilla wafers (they smell soooooo good when I am getting them for Maggie) or to eat a sleeve of graham crackers as I'm getting them for her afternoon snack.
Ah, temptation! And I used to give in. Quite often. Actually, I'm a bit shocked at the amount of mindless snacking I used to do. I'd like to think it's something all moms struggle with. It would start at breakfast. I'd always cut the crusts off of Maggie's Cinnamon toast, and promptly eat them. Then it would be a few Cheetos as I was putting them on her plate for lunch, or a handful of vanilla wafers or graham cracker sheets at snack time and then a leftover chicken nugget (or two, or three!) left on the plate after dinner. Seriously, I was eating an extra meal in calories just in mindless snacking.
A lot of the problem was my poor eating habits. I never ate breakfast, aside from the toast crusts. So, of course, by lunch time I was starving and ready to eat whatever I could get fast, usually something non-nutritious that would wear off by mid afternoon. Then I would get home, starved again, and that's when the easily-assessable cookies and graham crackers would come into play. Then it was time for dinner and I'd eat mine and, sometimes, whatever was left on the girls' plates. Then it started all over the next day.
This is where I think eating 5-6 small meals a day have helped me - starting with a healthy breakfast. I really don't allow myself to get overly-hungry anymore. And the food choices really do make a difference. I can't say enough about this. My apple and natural peanut butter, or veggies and hummus go way further than the moon pie and candy bar ever did. It makes it so much easier to avoid the sweet temptations when I'm not starving! I'll admit, I was skeptical at first about eating "so much." But I'm finding that I'm not eating any more than I used to - I'm just more aware of everything I put in my mouth now.
Even after 3 short weeks, I know that I'm still going to have those days where all I want to do is eat. But being equipped with good, health choices really does make all the difference.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Day 17
Without question, taste is subjective. (Especially in non-food matters, but that's for another day, another blog.) We don't all like the same things. And that's o.k. I have a friend who will not eat anything containing mayonnaise, or cream cheese, or eggs. She simply doesn't like these things. And while I find that crazy, (if it were up to me mayo and cream cheese would be added to the list of super foods) I understand. Her aversion to these things is not unlike mine to bell peppers - they just ruin the flavor of the foods they are in. No matter how many times, or how many different ways, I try them I just don't enjoy bell peppers. And who wants to eat food they don't enjoy? Not me. And especially not me for the rest of my life. That's why eating clean scared me at first. I did not think healthy foods, could possibly taste good.
I'll admit - the first few days I was feeling deprived. I mourned the loss of good food. But looking back it was because I was ill prepared. My pantry and fridge were not equipped for this. There was a lot of food in the house, but very little I could have. Don't we always want what we can't have. But once I went to the store and stocked up on the things I knew I could eat, it was fine. And each week gets easier. I find myself looking forward to meals and filling my body with stuff that's actually good for me. I know this is going to drive my husband crazy because he thinks I have turned into some kind of nut, but I get excited talking about it because of how good I feel. The food I would have never considered before, I am finding I actually like, and - dare I say - prefer. It's a matter of taste. And mine's a changin'. Do I still crave a burger? Of course! But I now know that there are healthier burger options out there (bison, lean turkey etc.). Needless to say, my concerns in starting this challenge are all proving to be unfounded. Food is just as satisfying to this foodie now, as it was before. And that surprises me.
I'll admit - the first few days I was feeling deprived. I mourned the loss of good food. But looking back it was because I was ill prepared. My pantry and fridge were not equipped for this. There was a lot of food in the house, but very little I could have. Don't we always want what we can't have. But once I went to the store and stocked up on the things I knew I could eat, it was fine. And each week gets easier. I find myself looking forward to meals and filling my body with stuff that's actually good for me. I know this is going to drive my husband crazy because he thinks I have turned into some kind of nut, but I get excited talking about it because of how good I feel. The food I would have never considered before, I am finding I actually like, and - dare I say - prefer. It's a matter of taste. And mine's a changin'. Do I still crave a burger? Of course! But I now know that there are healthier burger options out there (bison, lean turkey etc.). Needless to say, my concerns in starting this challenge are all proving to be unfounded. Food is just as satisfying to this foodie now, as it was before. And that surprises me.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Day 15
My first round of Girl Scout cookies were delivered yesterday. (What? doesn't everyone order more than one round?) A box of Thin Mints. My fave! But instead of immediately opening them and eating 1/2 a sleeve (and that's showing some restraint) like I would have, say, two weeks and one day ago, I placed them in the freezer at work where they will remain indefinitely.
Thing is, and I've said this before, I really am not missing the sugar and the sweets. And that surprises me because it's my affinity for all things sweet (especially York Peppermint patties, cookies, and anything with frosting) that prompted me to start this challenge. I just wanted to see if I could do it. Now I am finding that I look forward to my daily snack of apple slices and a couple of tablespoons of natural peanut butter. Or some other fruit and a "scant" handful (What's a scant even? I have interpreted it to mean not quite a full handful, instead of just looking it up.) of unsalted nuts. Who knew! I challenge all you other self-proclaimed sweet-toothers to try this for yourself. You can get all the sweetness from the fruit and avoid the sugar crash later. I think you'll find it just as satisfying.
Thing is, and I've said this before, I really am not missing the sugar and the sweets. And that surprises me because it's my affinity for all things sweet (especially York Peppermint patties, cookies, and anything with frosting) that prompted me to start this challenge. I just wanted to see if I could do it. Now I am finding that I look forward to my daily snack of apple slices and a couple of tablespoons of natural peanut butter. Or some other fruit and a "scant" handful (What's a scant even? I have interpreted it to mean not quite a full handful, instead of just looking it up.) of unsalted nuts. Who knew! I challenge all you other self-proclaimed sweet-toothers to try this for yourself. You can get all the sweetness from the fruit and avoid the sugar crash later. I think you'll find it just as satisfying.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Day 14
The halfway point!
I'm still waiting for that extra energy boost to occur after eating clean for two weeks now, but I'm beginning to think that with 2 kiddos, it may never happen. I've resigned myself to that. I will say, however, that I really do just "feel" healthy. I can't explain it, but my body really does feel different, maybe not so sluggish. It could just be a mental thing, but it's a good thing for sure. Oh, and I've lost 6 lbs. Bonus!
Hope everyone has a GREAT Valentine's Day!
I'm still waiting for that extra energy boost to occur after eating clean for two weeks now, but I'm beginning to think that with 2 kiddos, it may never happen. I've resigned myself to that. I will say, however, that I really do just "feel" healthy. I can't explain it, but my body really does feel different, maybe not so sluggish. It could just be a mental thing, but it's a good thing for sure. Oh, and I've lost 6 lbs. Bonus!
Hope everyone has a GREAT Valentine's Day!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Day 10
Since I'm new to eating clean I've been reading a lot on the subject. Mostly, because I'm interested in learning more about it, but also so I can , somewhat intelligently, answer questions people keep asking me about it. I will admit, I am a bit of a dummy when it comes to nutrition. I guess I just glazed over that part in Health class in 9th grade, or wherever it was we were supposed to learn that stuff. Before this, I did not know a monounsaturated fat from a saturated fat or that macro-nutrients existed.Though I did know that trans fats were bad, but only because "No trans fat!" is splashed on a lot of products these days meaning it must be bad if manufacturers are trying to sell us their products by stating it's not in there. Anyway, I ran across this online last night and thought it summed up clean eating quite nicely. Just in case you've been wondering.
I particularly liked this part:
People keep asking me what happens when when February is over. Am I going to continue? And the answer is yes, I want to. I really, really want to. But I gotta have a cupcake every now and then. And chicken tikka masala. With naan. And this guy is saying that's o.k. as long as it's not everyday! That. I can live with.
I particularly liked this part:
Once you get in the habit of Clean Eating, you’ll generally find that your cravings for less healthy foods are reduced. However, even the cleanest eaters will want to celebrate a birthday with some cake or maybe eat a dish of Fettuccine Alfredo at a nice Italian restaurant.
Clean Eating is about averages, not the exceptions. Many people give themselves one meal each week when they get to break the rules a little bit. There is nothing wrong with this provided the rest of the week, you’re eating properly. The benefits of the other six days of healthy eating will far outstrip one indulgent meal — especially if you are exercising regularly. A lot of people won’t even try Clean Eating because they get hung up on what they can’t have. Don’t. Focus on what you can eat, and give yourself one meal as a reward for your hard work. This will help you stay committed to Clean Eating as a style of eating for the long haul.
People keep asking me what happens when when February is over. Am I going to continue? And the answer is yes, I want to. I really, really want to. But I gotta have a cupcake every now and then. And chicken tikka masala. With naan. And this guy is saying that's o.k. as long as it's not everyday! That. I can live with.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Day 8
I've got to draw the line somewhere. And that line is plain (non-flavored) yogurt. Why would anyone in their right mind eat this? I really can't think of any reason. O.k., maybe in a situation where you were trapped somewhere and it was the only thing around to eat and your life depended on it. But that's it. It's certainly not for enjoyment. I just threw away a bowl of perfectly good strawberries and blueberries tainted with the stuff. So consider yourselves warned. And, despite my last post about trying new things, I urge you all to avoid it at all costs. You will thank me, I promise you that.
Now on to something that tastes good. I made the following recipe Sunday night and it was so good. My husband even liked it. It was a little spicy, but it could be because I used a tablespoon too much of chipotle because that's what I chopped, so just be wary of that if spice ain't your thing.
Mexican Rice and Beans
Ingredients
3 T Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tsp Ground Cumin
1 tsp Ground Coriander Seed
1 tsp Cinnamon, ground
1 T Chili Powder
1 cup onion, chopped (one medium)
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cups brown rice, cooked
4 cups Pinto beans (I used 2 can of organic beans, but could cook your own if you are so inclined)
2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
3 T of chipotles with sauce (chopped)
2 T Tomato Paste
1 tsp Sea Salt
Directions
Heat oil. Add cumin, coriander, cinnamon, chili powder and heat until fragrant. Add onion and cook until tender, add garlic and cook for a minute longer. Add cooked rice and rinsed beans, chicken stock, chipotles, tomato paste and salt. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve hot.
You could also add chicken to this and it would be delish. Enjoy!
Now on to something that tastes good. I made the following recipe Sunday night and it was so good. My husband even liked it. It was a little spicy, but it could be because I used a tablespoon too much of chipotle because that's what I chopped, so just be wary of that if spice ain't your thing.
Mexican Rice and Beans
Ingredients
3 T Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tsp Ground Cumin
1 tsp Ground Coriander Seed
1 tsp Cinnamon, ground
1 T Chili Powder
1 cup onion, chopped (one medium)
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cups brown rice, cooked
4 cups Pinto beans (I used 2 can of organic beans, but could cook your own if you are so inclined)
2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
3 T of chipotles with sauce (chopped)
2 T Tomato Paste
1 tsp Sea Salt
Directions
Heat oil. Add cumin, coriander, cinnamon, chili powder and heat until fragrant. Add onion and cook until tender, add garlic and cook for a minute longer. Add cooked rice and rinsed beans, chicken stock, chipotles, tomato paste and salt. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve hot.
You could also add chicken to this and it would be delish. Enjoy!
Monday, February 7, 2011
Day 7
I chide my 3 1/2 year old all the time when eating to "Just try it." "It" being something I know, if she will just try, she will enjoy. Most of the time these attempts are met with tight-lipped grimaces and me wondering why in the heck she just won't try it. And yet, my adult self is not any better. I guess we're just comfortable with what we know we like.
At the beginning of this journey I was having an internal pity party about the limited food choices I would have. I pored over sample meal plans and food lists and mentally crossed out things I "knew" I wouldn't like. Some I had not even tried before. Well of course that limited my choices! One of the the things I initially dismissed was natural peanut (or any other nut) butter. But when I went to the grocery store over the weekend I made my way to the peanut butter aisle, just to see what the options were. At first I was more than a little put off by the "natural separation" of the oil and peanut butter that occurs with most natural peanut butters. But I decided to take a chance. And I'm glad I did. The stuff is delicious and contains nothing but peanuts and some type of oil. No sugar, no salt. Just plain old peanutty goodness. And when paired with some apple slices is makes for a rather tasty treat. I imagine it's just as good spread over a whole grain English muffin or perhaps spooned into my morning oatmeal. See - a whole new world of possibilities opened up by just trying something new. Next up, brussel sprouts!
At the beginning of this journey I was having an internal pity party about the limited food choices I would have. I pored over sample meal plans and food lists and mentally crossed out things I "knew" I wouldn't like. Some I had not even tried before. Well of course that limited my choices! One of the the things I initially dismissed was natural peanut (or any other nut) butter. But when I went to the grocery store over the weekend I made my way to the peanut butter aisle, just to see what the options were. At first I was more than a little put off by the "natural separation" of the oil and peanut butter that occurs with most natural peanut butters. But I decided to take a chance. And I'm glad I did. The stuff is delicious and contains nothing but peanuts and some type of oil. No sugar, no salt. Just plain old peanutty goodness. And when paired with some apple slices is makes for a rather tasty treat. I imagine it's just as good spread over a whole grain English muffin or perhaps spooned into my morning oatmeal. See - a whole new world of possibilities opened up by just trying something new. Next up, brussel sprouts!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Day 6
Funny thing about sugar. It's in everything! And unless it's naturally in a fruit or vegetable I'm eating, I can't have it. That means no ketchup. Who knew there was sugar in all that tomatoey goodness? I love me some ketchup too. Especially on burgers. Which we had last night.
I was already skeptical of these burgers since I was forgoing my usual high-calorie, and I'm sure high-sugar content, golden potato bun for a sprouted grain Ezekiel bun. Now I have no idea what sprouted grain means, and I've read about it twice. I just know that it's an approved bread I can eat while eating clean. And I gotta have my bread. Anyway, back to being skeptical.
I was skeptical of these burgers because the bun, which comes frozen for sprouted grain reasons, seemed a bit dense as I remove it from the bag to let it thaw. I had a flashback to the previous day's attempt to make a clean cornbread to go with dinner. The result was a dense mess of tasteless, grainy yuck. Michael said it looked like something Toby (Our cat. God rest his soul.) threw up. And he was right. (Michael then threatened to start his own blog about his experience with my eating clean.) But I was pleasantly surprised at how good the bun was. I toasted it for a minute and it was delightful, though I'd be lying if I told you it did not cut the roof of my mouth up. (Maybe less toasting next time?)
So while the bun exceeded expectations, the burger did not. Now to be fair to the burger, it was a perfectly good bison burger. It was just not the burger I am used to enjoying. You know, the greasy burger with cheese and sometimes bacon, slathered with mayo and ketchup. Makes my mouth water just writing about it. Not that I indulged in these a lot, but you see what this burger was up against. But, in all honesty, I enjoyed the heck out of my mayo and ketchupless (mustard only!) burger. It was just what I needed after days of eating all things green. Though I'm going to need to find a good alternative to ketchup because the sweet potato fries accompanying the burger needed some dipping sauce. And there's not much better for fry dipping than ketchup. Well, maybe, mayo but I digress.
This morning at church the sermon was about changing the way we think about things in order to change the way we feel about things. Think about it. Our way of thinking is what causes us to feel certain things and our feelings lead us to act in a certain way. We can't change our actions, or even our feelings, until we change our way of thinking. That's what this journey is about for me. I'm hoping that I can change the way I think about food, so that my feelings and actions will change as well. I hope to look at food as fuel for my body and, in turn, to make the right choices as to what that best fuel is. Will I never eat another sweet thing or fried thing or chicken tikka masala with garlic naan again. Heck no! But I want to learn to make these the exception, not the rule. I'm not there yet. Not even close. But I'm finding as I open my mind up to try new things (recipes, etc...) I am pleasantly surprised by them. (Clean cornbread excluded!)
I was already skeptical of these burgers since I was forgoing my usual high-calorie, and I'm sure high-sugar content, golden potato bun for a sprouted grain Ezekiel bun. Now I have no idea what sprouted grain means, and I've read about it twice. I just know that it's an approved bread I can eat while eating clean. And I gotta have my bread. Anyway, back to being skeptical.
I was skeptical of these burgers because the bun, which comes frozen for sprouted grain reasons, seemed a bit dense as I remove it from the bag to let it thaw. I had a flashback to the previous day's attempt to make a clean cornbread to go with dinner. The result was a dense mess of tasteless, grainy yuck. Michael said it looked like something Toby (Our cat. God rest his soul.) threw up. And he was right. (Michael then threatened to start his own blog about his experience with my eating clean.) But I was pleasantly surprised at how good the bun was. I toasted it for a minute and it was delightful, though I'd be lying if I told you it did not cut the roof of my mouth up. (Maybe less toasting next time?)
So while the bun exceeded expectations, the burger did not. Now to be fair to the burger, it was a perfectly good bison burger. It was just not the burger I am used to enjoying. You know, the greasy burger with cheese and sometimes bacon, slathered with mayo and ketchup. Makes my mouth water just writing about it. Not that I indulged in these a lot, but you see what this burger was up against. But, in all honesty, I enjoyed the heck out of my mayo and ketchupless (mustard only!) burger. It was just what I needed after days of eating all things green. Though I'm going to need to find a good alternative to ketchup because the sweet potato fries accompanying the burger needed some dipping sauce. And there's not much better for fry dipping than ketchup. Well, maybe, mayo but I digress.
This morning at church the sermon was about changing the way we think about things in order to change the way we feel about things. Think about it. Our way of thinking is what causes us to feel certain things and our feelings lead us to act in a certain way. We can't change our actions, or even our feelings, until we change our way of thinking. That's what this journey is about for me. I'm hoping that I can change the way I think about food, so that my feelings and actions will change as well. I hope to look at food as fuel for my body and, in turn, to make the right choices as to what that best fuel is. Will I never eat another sweet thing or fried thing or chicken tikka masala with garlic naan again. Heck no! But I want to learn to make these the exception, not the rule. I'm not there yet. Not even close. But I'm finding as I open my mind up to try new things (recipes, etc...) I am pleasantly surprised by them. (Clean cornbread excluded!)
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Day 5
Pretty good day. Got to get out of the house and go to the grocery store which was a mistake of gargantuan proportions. There were so many people and I had to wait for 15 minutes just to check out. But I now have a fridge and pantry full of options. Yay!
I'm super-excited about tonight's dinner. Buffalo burgers and sweet potato fries. I can hardly wait. I have been craving a burger for a week now. I hope it does not disappoint. I'm a little leary because I will be eating said burger on an Ezekiel bun. I've never had one and I'm a little scared. Here's hoping it does not taste like cardboard. I'll let you know.
Headaches are now gone and I have successfully weaned myself from caffeine. Oddly enough, as big of a sweet tooth as I have, I really have not missed sweets. Now chips are another story. I have dreams of opening a bag of tortilla chips and doing some major damage. Hoping that subsides as the days go on. Hope everyone enjoyed the sunshine today! Off to enjoy (I hope) dinner!
I'm super-excited about tonight's dinner. Buffalo burgers and sweet potato fries. I can hardly wait. I have been craving a burger for a week now. I hope it does not disappoint. I'm a little leary because I will be eating said burger on an Ezekiel bun. I've never had one and I'm a little scared. Here's hoping it does not taste like cardboard. I'll let you know.
Headaches are now gone and I have successfully weaned myself from caffeine. Oddly enough, as big of a sweet tooth as I have, I really have not missed sweets. Now chips are another story. I have dreams of opening a bag of tortilla chips and doing some major damage. Hoping that subsides as the days go on. Hope everyone enjoyed the sunshine today! Off to enjoy (I hope) dinner!
Friday, February 4, 2011
Days 3 & 4
Had I of known when I started this little challenge on February 1 that I would be iced and snowed in, at home, for the entire first four days I might have thought twice. But that's life, right. Always throwing you a curve ball. And you just gotta roll with the punches. Today, in reference to all the ice and snow that has left pretty much all of North Texas stuck indoors, my mom posted this on FB: "I love how God slows us down when we think we have all of this really important stuff to do. It really puts things in perspective." I love that. And I must say, as trying as it has been at times, I have loved every minute of this time at home with my family. But, enough is enough.
Luckily, I've been able to maintain my clean eating, though it's getting tougher as groceries are starting to dwindle! I was so looking forward to a trip to Sprouts or Whole Foods today to load up on everything I needed to restock the fridge and pantry and to try a few new recipes I found. But, alas, looks like that trip will have to wait until sometime tomorrow. I hope. For the sake of everyone I love stuck here with me. I hope!
I have a renewed confidence, though, about this journey. If I've been able to make it through these first four days at home with the pantry so temptingly near, I feel I can make it for the entire month - and maybe more.
Luckily, I've been able to maintain my clean eating, though it's getting tougher as groceries are starting to dwindle! I was so looking forward to a trip to Sprouts or Whole Foods today to load up on everything I needed to restock the fridge and pantry and to try a few new recipes I found. But, alas, looks like that trip will have to wait until sometime tomorrow. I hope. For the sake of everyone I love stuck here with me. I hope!
I have a renewed confidence, though, about this journey. If I've been able to make it through these first four days at home with the pantry so temptingly near, I feel I can make it for the entire month - and maybe more.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Day 2
It's hard to say if my heightened irritability is from the detox period or the fact that I've been cooped up in the house for almost two full days with a third "snow" day in the forecast for tomorrow. I'm thinking it's mostly the latter as I really have not felt any ill effects yet - aside from a slight headache. It makes me wonder if I'm doing something wrong. I truly expected a few days of major headaches and the shakes and any other myriad of stereotypical detox symptoms. But, overall, I feel fine. Hungry ALL THE TIME, but fine. I am eating 5-6 small meals every day - usually ever 3-4 hours - but I am still hungry. I mean, I just ate dinner like an hour and a half ago and my tummy is rumbling already. Is my body so used to consuming such high calorie foods that it now thinks it's starving? Yet another reason I think I'm not doing something right. Think it's time to reach out to people who've done this before and find out. (Jeayne - that means you! :-))
Off to bed. Must rest for day 3 of entertaining a 3 1/2 year old and a 10 1/2 month old. Lord help me.
Off to bed. Must rest for day 3 of entertaining a 3 1/2 year old and a 10 1/2 month old. Lord help me.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Day 1
This. Is going to be tough.
I have to admit that I woke up this morning less than enthused about this little committment I've made. In fact I felt a sense of dread. Especially when I found out the girls' schools were closed due to the weather. There's something about being home all day that always brings out the munchies in me. I wanted nothing more than to spend the cold morning drinking my usual coffee-flavored cream and sugar while dreaming of a pot of chili, or chowder or other cold-weather staple. Anything other than what I knew I would be eating today. "You can always start tomorrow" I could hear the voice in my head say. And I was so tempted. But I overcame. My desire to, for once, follow through with something I started kicked in. And while it wasn't easy; it was not as bad as I thought. Starting with the cup of black coffee. I kind of actually enjoyed it.
I caught myself many times today ALMOST sticking something restricted in my mouth. A cheeto as I put some on Mags plate for lunch. (Hey, I only said I would be eating clean!) One of Macie's sweet snack puffs. The things I would normally just eat without thinking!
And then, I had an apple. The first thing to resemble a sweet that I had all day and I don't think I've ever enjoyed an apple as much as I did that one. I actually sat there and savored every bite of it's crisp, sweet goodness. Perhaps that's what this is all about.
All I know is that it's going to be a long 28 days.
I have to admit that I woke up this morning less than enthused about this little committment I've made. In fact I felt a sense of dread. Especially when I found out the girls' schools were closed due to the weather. There's something about being home all day that always brings out the munchies in me. I wanted nothing more than to spend the cold morning drinking my usual coffee-flavored cream and sugar while dreaming of a pot of chili, or chowder or other cold-weather staple. Anything other than what I knew I would be eating today. "You can always start tomorrow" I could hear the voice in my head say. And I was so tempted. But I overcame. My desire to, for once, follow through with something I started kicked in. And while it wasn't easy; it was not as bad as I thought. Starting with the cup of black coffee. I kind of actually enjoyed it.
I caught myself many times today ALMOST sticking something restricted in my mouth. A cheeto as I put some on Mags plate for lunch. (Hey, I only said I would be eating clean!) One of Macie's sweet snack puffs. The things I would normally just eat without thinking!
And then, I had an apple. The first thing to resemble a sweet that I had all day and I don't think I've ever enjoyed an apple as much as I did that one. I actually sat there and savored every bite of it's crisp, sweet goodness. Perhaps that's what this is all about.
All I know is that it's going to be a long 28 days.
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