After my first week of really cracking down on myself, I’ve lost 7 pounds. I admit this is not easy. For a number of reasons, I am also determined to lose this weight.
First, there is nothing like turning 60 to give you a reality check. With cholesterol numbers that are far from impressive and blood sugars that go up and down like a yo-yo, I decided to be smart and just do this!
I eat three meals a day, plus I have a mid-afternoon snack. The snack has been an Atkins Shake. I do not use this as a meal, but as a snack because with 15 grams of protein, it really does give me a boost.
Do I miss bread, potatoes, and pasta? Probably the potatoes, but I’ve known for a while that pasta was not my friend, and very little bread thrills me these days, so no big loss. Now if I lived in Germany, with their awesome bread, it would be much tougher.
It’s sad to hear about George H. W. Bush. He was a good man, who tried his very best to serve his country. He also did not see Democrat or Republican after a person’s name and tried to work with everyone.
Loyal and true to the love of his life, Barbara Bush, the father of six children, and grandfather to 17 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. He was a loving and kind family man.
Rest in Peace, President Bush.
Congrats on the weight loss.
I have enormous respect for Bush 41. A true public servant.
Did I hear correctly that they were married for 73 years!
Congrad on your weight lost..I just want to maintain til after the ho ho season. No baking in my kitchen this year.
Coffee is on
Thank you for this lovely tribute to President GHW Bush!! He was all of that and more!! Congratulations on the weight loss!! Keep us posted — perhaps I will get motivated again from your example!! Hugs!