01march

3/02/01 I really don't have much to report as I have been so sick!! My biggest challenge has been staying hydrated. I am not supposed to drink anything one hour before eating and for one hour after eating so that's 6 hours in a day where I'm not getting any fluids! Other than that, childcare has become an issue because everyone else in my family is sick right now too! I've been taking care of my 18 month old by myself while hubby's at work even though I don't think I am ready for it. It has been quite challenging but we are managing and my Grandma and Mother-in-law have been helping as much as they can even though they feel terrible themselves. The next time I update I hope to have something interesting to share!

3/09/01 Well I am feeling much better as far as my cold goes, although, I still have a plugged up ear. I am planning on going back to the gym next week. I am feeling weaker already and am looking forward to working out because of it. Eating has been a fun and interesting adventure! My husband, dauhter and I went to Black Angus restaurant last night and it was exciting for me to go there and not make a pig of myself. In the past I would have had a soda, cocktail, appetizer, salad w/ fresh bread & butter, a huge steak dinner w/ all the trimmings and of course dessert! Last night I ordered a baked potato, end of order. That's it, not even anything drink!! I ate most of my potato with a tiny bit of butter and sour cream and had about 2 bites of my hubby's prime rib and a bite of steamed broccoli. It felt great and best of all I felt full and satisfied. I'm really enjoying my tummy so far!