January 4, 2016

I'm now going to share this blog with the world, rather than just our small little Whole30 group. We will see what happens!

January 2, 2016

Dinner tonight - Slow Cooker Moroccan Chicken and Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes:

I did not brown the chicken first - I hate when crock pot recipes say to do that (& I never do it)... why use a crock pot? But I did saute the veggies and add the broth & almond butter to make the sauce because I was afraid it would be lumpy if I didn't.

January 1, 2016

Happy New Year! I now intend to use this blog to share recipes & other items of interest. Today, I made this balsamic vinaigrette - quite good & far superior to just dumping oil, then vinegar on your salad. Enjoy:

December 31 (Day +1)

Okay, the verdict is in... lost a little over 6 pounds in the 30 days. Wish it had been more, but as you age you lose more slowly.  I think I am going to stay with the program, but maybe not as strictly. I've really loved not counting stuff and knowing exactly what to eat and not eat.  Thanks for all who've kept up with me. I'll update as warranted.

December 30, 2015 (Day 30!)

Wow! Day 30... can't believe it.  In keeping with the  program, I've just returned from Fresh Market, where I bought fresh grouper for dinner, along with some navel oranges.

"Last" (probably not) veggie omelet for lunch.

"Last" Whole30 dinner: grouper, roasted brussels sprouts (one of my favs), & sweet potato:

 

I'll report on my weight tomorrow... keep your fingers crossed. (It could get ugly!!)

December 29, 2015 (Day 29)

Can this really be Day 29?  I'm astounded by how quickly the 30 days went & amazed that I have committed to the program for that long... with no cheating.  Hope I see some results on the scale & if I don't, hope I am mature enough to recognize the other benefits of the program.  Not entirely sure of my maturity level!

After mall walking with friends (the weather was terrible here), I  had the kale & Brussels sprout salad with chicken for lunch  at BJs.  It was good but I forgot to take a pic. :(

December 28, 2015 (Day 28)

Down to the wire! Dining alone tonight, so I guess it will just be hot dogs & salad. Turned out to be hot dogs & little potatoes.