Day 15

I've shared this blog with a few people, and woohoo, I've got my first and second comments (thanks Caroline and BC)! I hope you (and others) return often and comment as much as you'd like. I'll certainly try eating more veggies, and making the hamburger recipe as you suggested.

Today I ate lunch at Boston Pizza with my boys. I could eat just about anything on the menu and enjoy it. This is my kinda restaurant! But, we've got to stick to the program and think healthy thoughts, so I ended up with a salad. Now, I've got to admit, this was a really good, really filling salad! My philosophy is that if you're making the switch from fettucini to salad, you should be able to put some fun stuff in it. Remember, even though the dressing and fixin's likely have their share of calories, it's still a much healthier choice. I done good!

Last night's dinner was the "Festive Special" at Swiss Chalet. I substituted fries for a baked potato, gave my chicken skin to one of my boys, and passed on the Lindor chocolates for dessert. Getting smarter...

Day 15
Current Weight: 198.5
Weight Lost To Date: 7.5

I'm not setting any weight loss records here, and certainly am not expecting to. In fact, I'm happy to see the numbers changing at all. Even half a pound is very much appreciated and encouraging. It's starting to make a bit of a difference. The belt is a little looser. The energy level is increasing. Small but important changes.

Tonight I'm off to a Christmas party. The meal will be a challenge, as I won't be able to control what it is. But whatever extra calories I intake, I hope to burn off on the dance floor. Look at those Happy Feet!

Don