R1P4 Day 42

Greetings and Salutations to all!! Another week has gone by - such a slacker I am. As much time as I spend in front of the computer you would think I would be better. I think last week I promised more activity..didn't happen!! Well, how about if I promise more frequency when I start R2P2? My first injection will be on Friday May 22, followed by 3 days of loading. My first VLCD will be Memorial Day...Fun huh?? I am pretty excited about my next round for, my DH will be joining me. He is very stoked and is planning on loosing 20 lbs during his first 35 day cycle. Personally, I think it will be closer to the max weight of 30lbs. Guys always do well and he is determined.

As of this morning I was at 204.2 or 204.4 (I can't remember right now) but, it is still less than LIW. I must say I have maintained excellently!! Lately, I have been addicted to my 24oz iced SF white chocolate americano. But, since the ingredients in the SF white chocolate aren't the best, I will need to give them up during my P2 days. I will move to the 24oz iced Vanilla Creme (stevia) americano's.

The last 2 days I have gained and I know it was due to cheese consumption. Although I am not as lactose intolerant as my DH (he can't have w/o getting stomach cramps and all that come w/ it) I know I have a small intolerance - so why do I put myself thru the pain?? Probably cause it tastes so damn good :) If I am going to eat cheese products, I really need to stick to mozzarella or goat cheese - everything else makes me feel bloated and constipated - ick! Take yesterday, for example, prior to lunch (noon) I hit the restroom 3x. As soon as I ate I only went 2x until bed - talk about quick reaction to sodium. Plus, I almost immediately felt bloated.

I have also noticed that if I eat at a restaurant then I need to consume an obscene amount of water while there and after the meal. This has helped w/ keeping the weight from skyrocketing the next day. .. again the sodium.

By the way, I now have a bag FULL of clothes that need to goto charity. Most of the pants are so big...I think after my next round I will do some shopping. Right now, I will get some basics to get me by :)

Well, today is a new day - I have lots of errands to run so, off I go. Have a great day and much success!!