ganival
friday

pw 182.2
cw 182.0

Almost 3 full weeks of being back on track with calorie deficit and tracking. This past week started to feel a couple wobbles, was gifted a whackload of chocolate, had a couple but made DH take the rest to his office. Was out at an industry wine and cheese event last night and I needed something to tide me over. I perused the protein bar section at a nearby drugstore, pickup and put down a pack of little cakes but ultimately went for a single mcd's cheeseburger. this is an old habit of mine, but in my brain i knew exactly how many calories it would be plus it had protein. only had half glass of wine at the event despite unlimited free wine and beer (thank you law firm), and then i saw they had a mountain of mini chip snack bags (odd juxtaposition with the fancy charcuterie boards) . i really wanted to slip one in my purse for the train ride home but did not. had 2 slices of leftover pizza at night and surprised myself by being within my calories for the day despite the cheeseburger, pizza, wine and instant noodles for lunch. probably not the healthiest day in terms of balanced eating, but i'm not upset about it.

anyways, if anyone here is feeling like they're faced with food decisions throughout the day, i feel you and you're not alone!

happy canada day long weekend!

Daily step goal: 10,000
Tue 6/25: 10,284
Wed 6/26: 10,196
Thu 6/27: 12,454

Hi SS...You have a new member joining your amazing team ...Please welcome @Selena280

@cre804 I checked back and you did. I am sorry we missed that! Have fun at the concert.

alleykat69
weigh in: Saturday
pw: NS
cw: 205.5

I got back on track with diet this week. I was expecting a bigger show on the scale. I’m still happy with the loss and want to get back out of the 230’s. I downloaded a goal calendar and give myself a Star for the days I’m on track with my food. It’s cute and has been helpful so far. I’ll post it in the spoiler. Saturdays are greyed out because that’s the day I have foods I typically avoid if I want. I also saw the surgeon for a follow up on my finger. 1 more surgery in September. I asked to have this one done in office with just local anesthetic in my hand instead of having my entire arm numb for 20+hrs.
Still no results from my biopsy, I’m going to follow up on Tuesday after the holiday. You’d like to think “no news is good news” but she hadn’t even looked at my ultrasound before my appointment last time. She had it for 2 months!!

@CasandraW Well done getting back on track! The goal tracker is very cute indeed. I am still finding out how much tracking is too much and what works for me. Since I am a bit overwhelmed and tired, there are just 3 main things I am focussing on which feels better. Sorry to hear you need another surgery, though being able to get it done with a local seems very nice. I will be keeping my fingers crossed you will get some good news about the biopsy, hang in there.

@jessicakrall8 - I’m glad you’ll get a break from the noise of the construction during the holiday break. I hope they finish their work soon and things settle down for you.

I don’t have any plans for the upcoming holiday but my older son had a break from work in Boston so he’s in town, celebrating the end of Pride Month with a friend from high school who is hosting a party. Our younger son invited his Clemson University roommate to visit. They’re playing in a basketball competition that they planned with local friends and they’re trying to figure out where to watch the National fireworks in Washington, DC for a good view without a huge crowd. I’m not sure there is such a place but I’m sure they’ll have fun no matter what they do!

My goal for today is to move my work stuff out of the office/ guest room so my son’s friend has a clear space for himself while visiting. I’ll make a run to the donation center to drop off clothes that my son pared down earlier this week, do some laundry, and get a bit of cleaning done but I’m not moving very efficiently today. I think I’m depressed over the state of American politics and the overall divisiveness of the general public. We can do so much better if we work together instead of insult and bully people. It’s depressing but I’m going to do my best to “think globally and act locally” to improve my community and spread kindness among my neighbors. I think we have to model respectful behavior and “be the change we want to see in the world.” Onward!!

@ganival - Congratulations on staying within your daily calorie target despite the temptations of the day!

@frankwbrown - Impressive step count, as usual. Hoping for the best in July. I’m confident you can make the adjustments you want to make as the new month approaches!

@cre804 - Enjoy your trip! The time with your daughter sounds like fun!

@izzyred9400 - Welcome back from your trip. I enjoyed the beautiful photos you posted. Great job on your steps!

@CasandraW - I’m glad you’re feeling on track and continuing to heal. It’s so important to advocate for yourself so you get the medical care you need — good for you!

@Pupowl - I followed the advice you posted from today’s card. I went to the gym for 30 minutes. It’s nearby so I always walk there but I wore long black leggings, which was a bad choice in today’s heat. It was refreshing to step into the air conditioning when I got home! It’s smart to focus on a smaller list when you’re feeling overwhelmed and tired. Keep up the good work!

Hang in there during the office changes, @jessicakrall8 and enjoy your days off!

@Selena280
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@jessicakrall8

6/27-3,490-still feeling crappy
6/28-7,049- tried working out, wasn't much

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