I guess I'm destined to have high calorie counts on the weekend. I was really happy to see I had a loss this morning (if not completely surprised); however, I'm pretty sure that trend will disappear tomorrow, as I've had another 800 calories day. Certainly not on purpose, but the body needs what it needs, right? The calories came in the form of additional protein. I'm not sure why I need it, but as soon as I have it, I'm good. Not full, but continent. The weekdays are always better.

Here's what happened:

October 31st, 2010

Calorie goal: 1,383; calories consumed: 827; calories burned: 0 Net calories: 827 Write in your diary: How do you feel today?

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Food Item	Servings	Cals	Fat	Cholest	Sodium	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Protein
Mongolian Bbq Good Bowl	1.00	361	19g	0mg	0mg	14g	0g	2g	36g
Folgers Classic Decaf Instant Coffee 8 oz	2.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Land O'Lakes Mini Moos Creamer	1.00	10	1g	0mg	5mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
McDonald's Angus Deluxe-NO Mayo, Cheese, or Bun	1.00	362	23g	95mg	272mg	9g	4g	2g	31g
McDonald's Side Salad	1.00	20	0g	0mg	10mg	4g	2g	1g	0g
Coca-Cola Fresca	1.00	2	0g	0mg	24mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Chinese Hot & Sour Soup	0.50	72	2g	8mg	807mg	5g	1g	0g	7g
Totals:		827	45g	103mg	1,117mg	32g	7g	5g	74g

McDonald's hooked me up "protein-style". Now that I know they can do it without trouble, I know how to order in P3 with success. Can't wait for the cheese. Oh, how I miss the cheese! I had a 1.2lb loss this morning with a weight of 154.6lbs. For the first time in my life, today, I told my mother my weight and she said, "That's good." She's the reason for some of my body issues. I'm really reeling over the fact that she thought the 150's was good. She said, "We tend to have bigger body parts and that's a good weight." Wow.

Whoa! I totally went over my calorie limit today (but I do have somewhat of a reason). Normally, I keep my activity level to a minimum during a round; however, today, I was running around everywhere, even participating in some limited exercise! I know. For shame, for shame. So, I was ravenous and my calories went up to around 800. I don't suppose I'll have the awesome losses I've had over the last few days, when I wake up tomorrow to weigh. I'm okay with it and will make changes tomorrow (it will be a low-activity day with just church and resting at home).

My hair is sooooo red. It's crazy red, but I like it and so do my girls. I'm giving the bleaching a rest for a while, since I've noticed some damage. I'll be covering it up this winter with my pieces. Even for our family pictures this year, I'll break out the synthetics.

The damage is below:

October 30th, 2010

Calorie goal: 1,394; calories consumed: 821; calories burned: 0
Net calories: 821

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Food Item	Servings	Cals	Fat	Cholest	Sodium	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Protein
Carl's Jr. Six Dollar Low Carb Burger - No Ketchup, No Onions	1.00	480	37g	130mg	1,100mg	4g	0g	1g	33g
Carl's Jr. Side Salad	1.00	50	3g	5mg	60mg	5g	3g	2g	3g
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast	1.00	110	3g	65mg	120mg	0g	0g	0g	23g
Cabbage, Steamed	1.00	22	0g	0mg	16mg	5g	0g	0g	1g
Crown Royal Canadian Whiskey	1.00	69	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Celestial Seasonings Chocolate Caramel Enchantment Chai Tea	1.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Golden Delicious Apple	1.00	80	0g	0mg	0mg	22g	17g	5g	0g
Folgers Classic Decaf Instant Coffee 8 oz	1.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Land O'Lakes Mini Moos Creamer	1.00	10	1g	0mg	5mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Totals:		821	43g	200mg	1,301mg	36g	20g	8g	60g

This morning's weight was 155.8lbs, that's a 1.2 pound loss from yesterday. Not expecting anything tomorrow, but I'm okay with it.

(The subject in my best "Halloween Garfield" voice). My girls went to my office today to trick-or-treat. My company has expanded to additional floors, so that meant lots and lots of candy. They've even decided to forgo trick-or-treating in the neighbor, because of all the candy. I suppose the 41 degree weather and rain prediction added to the decision process. They had a really good time and I'm glad I got a chance to see people I haven't seen in a while.

I'm going a bit "renegade" with the protocol and indulging in sugar free dove. Hey, if the kids can gorge on all the stuff I love and I can't, I should at least be able to forgo the Wasa or Melba for 2 pieces of Dove Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Cremes (1 serving is 5 pieces). If the scale is unfriendly tomorrow, I'll know better for the future:

October 29th, 2010

Calorie goal: 1,406; calories consumed: 525; calories burned: 0
Net calories: 525

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Food Item	Servings	Cals	Fat	Cholest	Sodium	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Protein
Abner's Grilled Chicken Tenders	1.00	70	4g	19mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Cabbage, Steamed	1.00	22	0g	0mg	16mg	5g	0g	0g	1g
Good Earth Sweet And Spicy Herbal Tea	1.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Good Earth Original Caffeine Free, Sweet & Spicy	1.00	3	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Louisiana Louisiana Hot Sauce	1.00	0	0g	0mg	240mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
McDonald's Hamburger Patty Only	3.00	270	21g	75mg	375mg	0g	0g	0g	24g
McDonald's Salads - Side Salad (without dressing)	1.00	20	0g	0mg	10mg	4g	2g	1g	1g
Crown Royal Canadian Whiskey	1.00	69	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Sprite Sprite Zero	1.00	4	0g	0mg	36mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Dove Sugar Free Chocolate Creme Dark Chocolate	0.35	67	5g	2mg	0mg	8g	0g	1g	1g
Totals:		525	30g	96mg	677mg	17g	2g	2g	27g

I was another 3 pounds down this morning (I guess the pre-load super gorge really makes a difference). I was 157lbs this morning. I'm doing pretty good, this go round. Hope the psuedo chocolate doesn't sabotage things.

My girls dressed for Halloween tonight. The youngest for dance and the oldest for school. They had lots of fun, but I cut it short because of the other festivities this weekend. Tomorrow, they'll go to my office and collect bags upon bags of candy. Tomorrow night? A local, community party at the Junior High school. Kids here will trick-or-treat on Saturday and Sunday this year. What a great time to start a round, eh? (even if it is short).

Here's what I had today:

October 28th, 2010

Calorie goal: 1,437; calories consumed: 276; calories burned: 0
Net calories: 276

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Food Item	Servings	Cals	Fat	Cholest	Sodium	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Protein
Celestial Seasonings Herb Tea Country Peach Passion	1.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Abner's Grilled Chicken Tenders	1.00	70	4g	19mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Wasa Wasa Original Crispbread	1.00	35	2g	0mg	1mg	75g	1g	15g	1g
Cabbage, Steamed	1.00	22	0g	0mg	16mg	5g	0g	0g	1g
Ground Beef, Drained And Rinsed	0.75	98	4g	45mg	49mg	0g	0g	0g	16g
Kroger Kosher Dill Pickles	2.00	10	0g	0mg	440mg	2g	0g	0g	0g
Grapefruit Half (gr)	1.00	41	0g	0mg	0mg	10g	9g	1g	0g
Folgers Classic Decaf Instant Coffee 8 oz	1.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Totals:		276	10g	64mg	506mg	92g	10g	16g	18g

I had a three pound loss, this morning (the weight was 160.4lbs). I didn't get in the full 500 today; sometimes this causes problems with the protocol, rather than a boost. We'll see what tomorrow brings.

Yesterday was rough, but not as rough as I thought it was going to be (in terms of the diet). I had a rougher day due to more personal issues that I hope have calmed down since last night. The meals were small, but satisfying. Hubby called and was about to ask what he should bring home for dinner and then caught himself, "Oh, you already have your food." I had to remember, "Oh yea. I do." So, it was chicken, cabbage, lean hamburger and a pickle for the days' nutrition. I still have a mild headache and will carry one, probably until Saturday morning. I haven't forgotten the three day hump.

Here's what was on the menu for Wednesday:

October 27th, 2010

Calorie goal: 1,465; calories consumed: 523; calories burned: 0
Net calories: 523

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Food Item	Servings	Cals	Fat	Cholest	Sodium	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Protein
Celestial Seasonings Herb Tea Country Peach Passion	1.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Now Foods Stevia Glycerite	5.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Cabbage, Steamed	6.00	132	1g	0mg	96mg	29g	0g	0g	8g
Abner's Grilled Chicken Tenders	2.50	175	10g	48mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Wasa Wasa Original Crispbread	1.00	35	2g	0mg	1mg	75g	1g	15g	1g
Folgers Classic Decaf Instant Coffee 8 oz	1.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Ground Beef, Drained And Rinsed	1.00	130	5g	60mg	65mg	0g	0g	0g	21g
Kroger Kosher Dill Pickles	2.00	10	0g	0mg	440mg	2g	0g	0g	0g
Grapefruit Half (gr)	1.00	41	0g	0mg	0mg	10g	9g	1g	0g
Folgers Classic Decaf Instant Coffee 8 oz	1.00	0	0g	0mg	0mg	0g	0g	0g	0g
Totals:		523	19g	108mg	602mg	116g	10g	16g	30g

I started Wednesday at 163.4lbs, so my loading wasn't as fantastic as it was for round 2 (I was closer to 170, for round 2).