Week 8 Summary.

Hey everyone.  I know it has been 2 weeks since I last posted.  I am very sorry about that.   I have been busy.

Anyway, last week, week 7, Katrina earned her 5% award!  I was pushing for a 1.2 loss for my 10lb loss.  I lost .2

On to week 8, Katrina is at a 12.6 lb total loss!  I am at a 10.2lb total loss!  I am so excited and eager to keep going.  

I don't understand those that complain when he/she loses .1. What are you complaining about. At least you didn't gain or stay the same. You may have noticed the picture for this post.  This has been my motto for a couple of years.  I came up with it when I was doing WW then.  I didn't heed it and gave up.

This time around with WW I am doing so much better than the other times.  I think it really helps to have someone doing it with you!

Well, folks, until next time when you will see less of me!

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Tuscan Panzanella

I made Tuscan Panzanella for dinner last night.  I really wasn't all that impressed with it.  The flavoring was good but I am  not much for soggy bread.  In step 1, it tells you to moisten the bread thoroughly, drain and squeeze dry.  I couldn't get it to squeeze and there was no water to squeeze out. 

I would squeeze and the water would come out but the minute I let go, the bread sucked it back in. I was afraid of using too much water so I left it.

Tuscan Panzanella

Serves 4

1 (8-ounce) loaf day-old Italian bread,
    cut or torn into large chunks

4 Tomatoes, peeled and chopped

4 Celery stalks, finely chopped

1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

2 Tbsps red wine vinegar

4 Tsps extra-virgin olive oil

2 Garlic gloves, minced

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup chopped basil

1.  Put bread in large bowl and pour enough hot water over to moisten bread thoroughly; let stand until evenly soaked, about 3 minutes.  Drain and squeeze dry; discard water.  With your hands, tear bread into smaller pieces.

2.  Toss together all ingredients except basil in serving bowl until well mixed.  let stand until tomatoes release some of their juice, about 15 minutes.  Add bread and basil; toss to mix.

So, I did not have fresh basil or fresh parsley so, I used 8 tsps. of parsley flakes and 2 tbsps. of dried basil.

The recipe also says that serving size is 2 cups.  I put 1 cup serving on my plate and it was HUGE.

PER SERVING ABOUT 2 CUPS:  324 grams, 262 Cal, 7 g Total Fat, 1 g Sat Fat, 0 g Trans Fat, 0 mg Chol, 683 mg Sod, 43 g Total Carb, 7 g Total Sugar, 5 g Fib, 7 g Prot, 110 mg Calc.

PointsPlus value: 7

Smart Points value: 8

HEALTHY EXTRA

Stirring in 12 oz. of diced cooked skinless boneless chicken breast into the salad will increase the per serving value by 3 pts.  

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Week 6 Summary

Hello everyone!  This past week went very well for me.  I lost 1.6 lbs bringing the total to 8.8.  I so wanted to be at the 10 lbs. mark this week.

I just have to keep telling myself "I can do this!".  By next week, I WILL  be at the 10 lbs. mark!  I can do this!

Katrina is on vacation from school this week so she is gone to spend time with her cousins.  I hope to get her to weigh in before our next meeting.

It will be another week of all Weight Watcher's recipes for dinner.  I will eat the leftovers for lunch!

How did your week go?

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I Am Not MIA!

Hi everyone!  Just wanted to let you know:  I am not MIA!

Our Weight Watchers meeting was cancelled last week due to the wonderful NY weather.  No, we did not go elsewhere to get weighed.

The week before, I was sick and we did not go to our meeting but we did go elsewhere and weigh in.  I lost 3 lbs for a total of 7.2 leaving me with wanting to lose 2.8 by the next meeting which was cancelled.  So, tomorrow is our next weigh in.  I am hoping , even though I haven't been weighed in almost 2 weeks, that I lost at least the 2.8 lbs.

Katrina, on the other hand, gained .4 lbs.  I told her it was no big deal and that she would easily lose the .4 within a day or 2.  I told her it could be water retention or muscle building up.

Please wish me luck for my next weigh in!

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Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls - 3 Smart Points

I made this for dinner and my husband, who is not on Weight watchers, loved it so much, he said he was taking some to work for lunch!  he said I had to make it again!

This dish is so easy and quick to make!  You are going to love making and eating it!

INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 - 2 lbs lean ground beef

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced (I didn't have fresh garlic so I used a tbsp of jarred minced garlic)

1 small cabbage, chopped (I put 1/2 of this in and it was still enough for 6-8, 1 cup servings)

2- 14.5 oz cans low sodium diced tomatoes

1- 8 oz can tomato soup

1/2 cup water

1 tsp ground black pepper

1 tsp salt

DIRECTIONS:

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.  Add ground beef and onion; cook, stirring until beef is brown and onion is tender.

Add the garlic and continue cooking 1 minute.

Add the cabbage, tomatoes, tomato sauce, pepper and salt.  Bring to a boil.  Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until cabbage is tender.

Yield: 6-8  1 cup servings

3 Smart points

Cook it up and enjoy!

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Week 4 Summary

Unfortunately, we did not make our weekly meeting.  I was too sick to go.  Hopefully, we can make a weigh in before our next meeting.  I think I did well.  I stayed on track and we made lots of dinners with weight watchers recipes.

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Tortellini Salad With Tomatoes and Broccoli - 9 Smart Points

I made this dish last night for dinner.  The recipe calls for black olives but my husband doesn't like them so I omitted them.

At 1 1/2 cups per serving, you really don't need anything else with it.  It is very filling!

Tortellini Salad With Tomatoes and Broccoli

9 Smart Points - Serves 4  Serving size 1 1/2 cups

INGREDIENTS:

18 oz. Package fresh Cheese Tortellini

4 cups small Broccoli Florets

2 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar

2 Tsp Olive Oil

4 Tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese

2 Cups Grape Tomatoes, halved

12 pitted Black Olives (not cured in oil), sliced

4 Tbsp Sliced Fresh Basil Leaves

Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1)  Cook tortellini according to package directions, adding broccoli during last 3 minutes of cooking.  Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.

2)  Meanwhile, combine oil, vinegar and 2 Tbsp of Parmesan in medium bowl.  Add tortellini, tomatoes, broccoli, olives and basil, toss to coat.  Sprinkle salad with remaining cheese and pepper. Serve at once, or cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours and serve chilled.

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Week 3 Summary

Our 4th week. I gained a pound. I expected it though

 because my Grandmother passed away Saturday morning,

 no appetite that day, then pigged out Sunday (eating 

because I was upset) and struggled to get back on track the

 rest of the week. Good news... Katrina has lost 10 lbs in four

 weeks.

I have already planned and bought every thing we need for

 dinners next week.  

All but one meal will be a Weight Watchers recipe.  Yes, I will

share recipes as I make the meals!

There are many things that can throw us off track but the key

 is getting right back on track quickly!

Below are some examples of what can throw you off and how

to get back on.

A death in the family, family celebrations, stress, a move, a promotion, or a change in schedule can throw you or anyone else off track.
  1)  Don't beat yourself up.  You did not fail you just tripped  and need to get back on track!
  2) Get to a Meeting or a Weight-loss Pal - Do these things quickly so you can figure what is causing you to overeat. Plan your next  step on your journey.
  3) Go to Weight Watchers.com's message boards, where you can find encouragement 24/7/365.  Post a thread about what you are going through. Read the boards to find a similar story to yours. Chat...you will find you are not alone. This will all help you get re-inspired.
  4) Work It Out -  Go for a walk and enjoy nature. Also, plan for a bit more exercise over the next
couple of weeks – but not too much.
  5) Remember and Re-commit - Get back to tracking and self-monitoring. Try following the Weight Watchers meal plans for a couple of days. Remind yourself of your goals and your "why". Take full responsibility for the mistake and getting back on track. Think about where you want to be in a week, month or year and get yourself back to a structured plan.
  6) Start small. Breaking down a sizable goal into mini-goals can make the process of losing weight more manageable. Each small step will get you to your goal!

I don't think there's any one specific way to get back on track. You have to want to do it. Commit to tracking everything you eat and building up your workout routine.

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April's Lemon-Vegetable Medley

Doesn't this just look delicious?  I have been making this recipe for years.  I love it, the kids love it and the hubby loves it!

The great thing about this recipe is, you can have it for lunch, dinner side-dish, and snack! You can also adjust the recipe to make this dish for get-together's.

Now, most veggie recipes call for oil and vinegar.  Well, I do not like anything with vinegar so, I use oil and lemon juice!

The very best thing about this recipe is, it is only 2 Smart Points!

Try it tonight and let me know what you think!

April's Lemon-Vegetable Medley
Serving Size 3/4 cup  Weight Watchers Smart Points 2

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 Medium Cucumber, peeled and sliced

2 Radishes sliced 

2 tbsp Chopped Red Onion

1 Stalk Celery, chopped

1 Carrot or 5 Baby Carrots

1 tbsp Olive Oil

1 tbsp Lemon Juice

1/8 tsp Lemon-pepper seasoning

DIRECTIONS:

In a mixing small mixing bowl, combine all the veggies.  In another small bowl, combine oil, lemon juice and lemon-pepper seasoning. Mix well and pour over veggie mixture.  Toss to coat.

*Note*  To add texture, add sunflower or pumpkin seeds.  Be sure to account for the points.

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Stuffed Peppers with Turkey and Vegetables 8 Smart Points

Stuffed Peppers with Turkey and Vegetables 8 Smart PointsIngredients Serves 4 Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe Servings Per Recipe: 4 8 Smart Points

Prep 20 min Cook 30 min Ready 50 min

Ingredients

4 green bell pepper, tops removed and seeded

1 lb ground turkey

2 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, chopped

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

1 zucchini, chopped

1 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes, drained

1 tbsp tomato paste

1 Italian seasoning, to taste

1 garlic powder, to taste

1 salt, to taste

1 pepper, to taste

 

Directions 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)
Wrap green bell peppers in aluminum foil and place in a baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove from heat.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook turkey until evenly brown. Set aside. Heat oil in the skillet and cook onion, mushrooms and zucchini until tender. Return turkey to the skillet. Mix in tomatoes and tomato paste and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stuff the green peppers with the skillet mixture.
Return peppers to the oven and continue cooking 15 minutes.




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Week 2 Summary

So, week 2 went really well.  My Trina lost 3.1 lbs while I lost 1 lb.  

I was going to start walking and doing Zumba but instead, I had to begin Physical Therapy for my back.  We did try to walk Friday night but my back hurt so bad, I couldn't make it far.  For, now, it will just be going as far as my back will let me.  

By no means was this past week a failure.  I just thought the above picture was a good motivator.

As we began week 3 on Friday, it has been rough.  I woke up Saturday morning to find out my Grandmother had passed away. Well. there went my appetite for the day.  Sunday was even worse.  When I am upset, I eat which is exactly what I did!  I realized it at about 11:30 pm when I quit reading to go eat a peanut butter sandwich.

Monday (today), I started off on the right foot!  I will keep it going!

Before we went and got groceries, I went through my WW recipes and found some to make for dinner this week.  Any leftovers will be for lunches!

I am going to continue to try walking each night.  I think I will hold off on the Zumba until my Physical Therapist tells me to go ahead and try.

What kinds of obstacles have or do you face?  Please share in the comments.

Week 1 Summary

The first week of Weight Watchers is over. I was having a lot of cravings the first day  but it is getting much better.  Baby carrots are my new best friend.  I just grab 1 or 2 carrots and munch on them and the cravings go away.

My daughter was struggling with using all of her points.  She doesn't eat the school lunches so she was just eating apples and maybe some graham crackers and would still have all but a few of her points left at dinner.  Our dinners have been pretty low in points so she had lots of points left each day.  She is going to start taking her lunch to school.

Our weigh-in and second meeting was last night.
I ended up losing 4.6 lbs and my daughter lost 4.2 lbs for the week!

So, I wanted to share some advice I got for handling cravings:

1. Protein
2. Go for a walk. 
3. Drink a big glass of water. 
4. Read a book.
5. Start a journal.
6. Chew gum  
7. Brush your teeth

Tell us what you do to fight cravings.  Please comment 

below!

The Beginning

Introduction

I joined Weight Watchers on January 7, 2016.  I am the heaviest I have ever been and I hate it.  My ah-ha moment was when my clothes started feeling really tight and then when I went to the Doctor and saw what I weighed.  I am so disgusted with myself.  I am 105 lbs overweight.  

So, anyway, my daughter, 16 years old, is also very overweight and she decided she wanted to do Weight Watchers with me.  

I am going to blog about our journey and also share Weight Watchers recipes.