day three

DAY THREE—

Okay, there is a small chance I might be gaining weight. I’m not worried yet, but today as part of no deprivation there were several cinnamon rolls… they were small but buttery and topped with sugary icing and quite delicious and I meant to have one, but two was more filling and three was breakfast. I did squeeze in some fruit. So far there are two problems that have to be addressed.

First – I don’t think I’ve added enough. Definitely not enough water and green tea… My daughter thinks I should add in celery since she learned at school that it burns more calories than it adds. By itself I’m not a fan of celery so I have to add something else. Penut butter sounds too indulgent. The goal is weight loss not gain afterall.. so I’m thinking a nice light whipped cream cheese. Not every dieters first thought, but it will get the celery down, maybe I’ll fall in love with the taste and it will become a staple and who knows…. The diet might start working.

Second - my sister leaves tomorrow and I can start getting back on some schedule, hopefully one that includes exercise. I’m not going to deprive myself by some rigorous routine that eats my day and causes me to sweat and be unhappy, but I’ve always enjoyed walking and if I can work up to a half hour give or take – every day – make that five days a week-- that would be a normal, healthy addition to life that everyone can and should do with ease.