Sunday, October 12, 2014

Back in the saddle again!

I think it's been a month since I posted.
Boy, has life been crazy.

We've gone PALEO!!!
That's something I thought I'd NEVER say.
I've always been one to love my bread, pasta, and cheese.
However, after gaining 40 pounds over the past five years since I've had my thyroid removed, and hubs doing almost the same, we decided it was time to take charge and do something.... so we have.

To date, I've lost 20 pounds, and he's lost almost 30.  And we feel good.  More energized. Less exhausted at the end of the day with all our middle schoolers.  Ready to do something after work besides collapse on the couch.

So, we're continuing.
And ds#3 is coming with us, willingly!

Here's what we're eating this week:
Sunday~ hubs is out of town, so ds#3 & I had lunch with my parents: grilled chicken, baked sweet potatoes, and steamed broccoli.  My mom made regular red-skinned potatoes for my son who does not love sweet potatoes, and she also made him crescent rolls and chocolate pudding. :)  Baby steps.
Monday~ turkey tenderloin, harvest mash, pear and walnut salad, maybe some broccoli
Tuesday~ bacon-wrapped chicken with cabbage
Wednesday~ leftovers (hubs bowls)
Thursday~ Chili in the crockpot (after-school rehearsal for mom & ds)
Friday~ Pizza 'pasta'
Saturday~ TBD... probably something on the grill

We've discovered some interesting flavor combos and some yummy stuff!
Admittedly, the first two weeks were very difficult, trying to figure out what to eat.  But I'm totally loving The Foodee Project for inspiration!



1 comment:

Unknown said...

It is amazing that you both have had such great results! I definitely agree- when I stick to it, I am so much more energized. It's wonderful!

That harvest mash sounds delicious! Actually, your entire menu looks lovely!