155 lbs. (yay!)
This was a busy and fun weekend for me, and it offered opportunities to test my mettle in social situations, now that I am eating food.
Saturday was a gathering of my closest former work buddies, on the boat of a friend. Immediately I was offered a margarita. I was caught off guard, and had this fleeting realization that I am now in a spot to make choices. I decided to accept the offer. It was sweet, but not as good as I remembered them tasting. I don't think I'll feel compelled to have one of those again. I'm still trying to keep to below 100g of carbs per day, and sweet alcohol drinks are not the way I want to get those in - I'm most satisfied with a nice glass of red wine.
After taking the drink, I was able to pass on crackers and bread, but did take a couple of small bites of the chocolate cake, and participated in a champagne toast. Overall, I'd give myself a B- for making choices that were largely healthy, but also recognizing what I might choose differently next time. Facing all of these choices - to eat/drink certain things, or to not take them - was a strangely new experience for me. I've been so used to saying "no" to everything, that it was strange to have to think about my eating philosophy as I traversed my social life. It felt okay though, and I have to say that it was very nice to be able to blend in at a party and snack on veggies and small portions of meat. I brought a delicious appetizer of roasted asparagus wrapped in thin roast beef slices. It went over very well, and gave me something substantial to eat.
Since I'd imbibed for three days straight, I knew that I had to draw the line somewhere, so at my book group last night, I passed on the alcohol, and on the birthday cupcakes. That felt balanced and good. In hind sight, I might anticipate weekend parties a little better and plan my diet so that I can have a treat during the parties. But hey, I'm learning. Sometimes I have to decline what is being offered. Just like when I was only drinking shakes, people don't usually give my food and drink participation much thought.
I went on two fantastic long hikes this weekend with the hubby. Having him as an exercise buddy is wonderful! If our kids hadn't been feeling a little sick, we would have taken them along with us, but we are blissfully at a stage in our parenting that both boys can be left at home alone. The exercise gives us a chance to bond as a couple. With both of us at home now, we are able to have those opportunities daily, and it is very nice, I must say.
So this week I will start my strength training at the gym. I'm going to take an aqua aerobics class with a friend today, and I'll sign up to meet with a trainer who can show me how to use the weight machines. I'm excited about getting my muscles burning and revving my metabolism.
I'm now eating approximately 1200 kcals per day, and still maintaining, so I think that my metabolism is bouncing back a little more. My activity level remains high and that appears to be helping.
That's the scoop for me. I hope you all have a great week!
This was a busy and fun weekend for me, and it offered opportunities to test my mettle in social situations, now that I am eating food.
Saturday was a gathering of my closest former work buddies, on the boat of a friend. Immediately I was offered a margarita. I was caught off guard, and had this fleeting realization that I am now in a spot to make choices. I decided to accept the offer. It was sweet, but not as good as I remembered them tasting. I don't think I'll feel compelled to have one of those again. I'm still trying to keep to below 100g of carbs per day, and sweet alcohol drinks are not the way I want to get those in - I'm most satisfied with a nice glass of red wine.
After taking the drink, I was able to pass on crackers and bread, but did take a couple of small bites of the chocolate cake, and participated in a champagne toast. Overall, I'd give myself a B- for making choices that were largely healthy, but also recognizing what I might choose differently next time. Facing all of these choices - to eat/drink certain things, or to not take them - was a strangely new experience for me. I've been so used to saying "no" to everything, that it was strange to have to think about my eating philosophy as I traversed my social life. It felt okay though, and I have to say that it was very nice to be able to blend in at a party and snack on veggies and small portions of meat. I brought a delicious appetizer of roasted asparagus wrapped in thin roast beef slices. It went over very well, and gave me something substantial to eat.
Since I'd imbibed for three days straight, I knew that I had to draw the line somewhere, so at my book group last night, I passed on the alcohol, and on the birthday cupcakes. That felt balanced and good. In hind sight, I might anticipate weekend parties a little better and plan my diet so that I can have a treat during the parties. But hey, I'm learning. Sometimes I have to decline what is being offered. Just like when I was only drinking shakes, people don't usually give my food and drink participation much thought.
I went on two fantastic long hikes this weekend with the hubby. Having him as an exercise buddy is wonderful! If our kids hadn't been feeling a little sick, we would have taken them along with us, but we are blissfully at a stage in our parenting that both boys can be left at home alone. The exercise gives us a chance to bond as a couple. With both of us at home now, we are able to have those opportunities daily, and it is very nice, I must say.
So this week I will start my strength training at the gym. I'm going to take an aqua aerobics class with a friend today, and I'll sign up to meet with a trainer who can show me how to use the weight machines. I'm excited about getting my muscles burning and revving my metabolism.
I'm now eating approximately 1200 kcals per day, and still maintaining, so I think that my metabolism is bouncing back a little more. My activity level remains high and that appears to be helping.
That's the scoop for me. I hope you all have a great week!
