'They' whoever they are,say it takes about 30 days to add or get rid of a habit. So in order to spare you the monotonity, this will be my last eating entry unless something in particular strikes me...because this habit of eating healthier should be getting more firmly established and be less exciting by now.

The Unexpected....

Expenses- we knew changing our eating would be more expensive, but I didn't account for some purchases I have had to make lately...kitchen utensils. A 2nd vegetable peeler, strainer, apple corer, and cutting boards...with eating fresher foods and more vegetables I needed seconds of some of these items so they are always handy when preparing meals and snacks. Humm..the melon baller? I've wanted those for some parties we've had recently, and this was a good excuse, plus the kids enjoyed the balls.

Weight Gain-I don't know exactly what to blame it on, it could be Deerhunter's sugar-frenzy of fresh juices and smoothies, my hormones, or just plain ol lack of self control. I fluctuated greatly over one 72 hour period, and am back to 'normal'. I have increased my water intake greatly the past few days to stave off some headaches (dehydration?) and my appetite.

And, ladies and gentlemen, I am praying all this will not be for naught once Deerhunter and I climb aboard the cruise ship in a few days. Not to be a party pooper, but to be wise and have fun without eating ourselves sick and fat and hopefully enjoying some exercise together. My goal is to work on weight loss when we get back, primarily by tweaking what we're already doing, better portion control, and more physical activity...but until then...Cozumel here we come!!!