BibBob, great job on the BP, what a difference! I wouldn't worry too much on the calories either, like Ilene said its more about the carbs. I counted in the beginning to get of an idea of how many I was eating and such, but I have since stopped and just keep a running tally in my head of the carbs throughout the day, I rarely go over 1600 calories I found and usually hang around 30g carbs, but I get plenty of fat!
Susan, you have such a difficult job I'm sure its very stressing at times, at least you know you're fueling yourself for those long days. I hope it calms down some!
Ilene: Funny! I noticed the same about the gas and I even commented to my husband that he has been unusually quiet on the gas front lately! Thank goodness, who knew, I should've had him start this a long time ago! LOL! That is so great about the inches coming off and your clothes fitting better, you're probably walking taller...I feel like I've grown an inch or so, I know its just because I am supporting my body more and feel more lean on the inside.
Wendy, good for you for avoiding the grains like the plague! The more you practice the easier it gets.
I have been volunteering at my sons school the past 2 mornings for breakfast with parents days...the PTA decided to buy every bad carb breakfast known to man and thats what I've been serving, I am embarrassed to be handing out this crap...donuts,pecan rolls,muffins,bagels,honey buns,pastries. I am so disappointed in our school for making these choices. I have joined the PTA now, I'll be 1 of 2 VP's and next school year I will be pushing for some major change at all of our sponsored events, this is so ridiculous, at least they could offer some fresh fruit.
Well, this morning I hit the gym for jogging and sprints on the treadmill and then some free weights, came home ate 2 eggs and meat and I'm not planning on eating much more today, maybe a snack around 4. I have to go clean for 2 hrs at 1:30(I own a cleaning business) so I'll get to burn off some more fat! YAY!
Hope everyone has a great day!