I made fun of my dear husband a few months ago regarding the license plates he had made for our cars. While I still have a pet peeve about "If you can't get it spelled right then pick something else", I do acknowledge him for the mantra that has guided his actions for over a year now, and is just this week being said on a national level. I am so very excited for our future. Also, I am pleased with the concept of turning MLK's birthday into a day of service to others. I struggled all weekend with "what should I do for others on Monday?" but honestly; I am now (again) caring for two of my three grandkids fulltime (long story) and this was my day off and, well; I'm just not gonna feel guilty about not serving others today. Maybe next year, but not today. How about for this year if I give away a quilt?
If you haven't already you can leave a comment here and I will draw a name this Friday. Good Luck!
My *Loser Monday* report, in keeping with Sharon's strict orders ;-) : at today's Weight Watcher's meeting I was down 1.4 pounds from last week. Eh, not too exciting but at least a loss. I wanted to share my best 4 point filling breakfast idea. I even took a picture for you this morning, rather than to describe it all.
Each of the above 4 ingredients is a mere one WW point each, and it combines to make a really satisfying 4 point breakfast burrito (slather on some *free* salsa, of course). I eat this almost every day. After trying lots of yucky brands, I have to say the Butterball turkey bacon is so good that I'll probably continue to buy it even when I'm not dieting.
Okay, I'm heading out to the studio to enjoy an afternoon of sewing and CNN. Have an awesome week!!
LOVE the turkey bacon!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: dawn | January 27, 2009 at 07:12 AM
I missed this opportunity, but found your blog which looks wonderful! ~Kelly
unDeniably Domestic
Posted by: Kelly | January 25, 2009 at 03:28 PM
I like the look of those tortillas, it always bums me out that regular tortillas add up to SO many points! I've decided to be a loser this year, so I'll need to get me some of those there 'tillas. Your afternoon in the studio sounds blissful, and you do for others all the time, you deserve to take the day off!
Posted by: Sue McG | January 22, 2009 at 07:57 AM
Sounds like you are doing a lot of sevice for others, but I know loving every minute of it. Be a babysitting grandma myself, I know the fun it is and I am enjoying every minute of it. Great tip on the breakfast burrito stuff. I am going to give that burrito a try. I have been eating yogurt and granola and thing I need something new!!
Posted by: Cheryl | January 21, 2009 at 05:31 PM
I am also doing weight watchers and am new to your blog. I found this post really encouraging. thanks
Posted by: Kelly O. | January 21, 2009 at 07:27 AM
Today was awesome beyond words... and I love the call to service! My eight years in the Navy should give me a couple of months to slack time. Right? J/k... I really am motivated to serve.
But for now... I gladly help you fulfill your servitude! Your guilt is just gorgeous, Jen! Like EVERYTHING you do!
Posted by: happy zombie | January 20, 2009 at 07:21 PM
Your breakfast sounds great. I'm trying to do South Beach Diet as per my doc's orders (it has really cut my cholesterol levels way down). But I use Canadian Bacon instead of the turkey bacon...not my thing. I am so enjoying the journal pages and Pyramid bag I bought from your Etsy Store. thank you thank you thank you.
Posted by: BrendaLou | January 19, 2009 at 09:44 PM
WOW your giving away a quilt?? WOOHOOO And I love those colors!!
Hey good job on the weight loss Jen! I'm going to try your breakfast. That looks so good and very filling. Thanks for that. I'm getting tired of my dry flaky cereal and watered down milk. LOL!!!
Posted by: Sharon | January 19, 2009 at 08:38 PM
I use those smart and delicious tortillas, too. I just love them although I use the traditional type. I am in Sharon's Diet Challenge, too, and I am also following WW. I try to post recipes with WW points every week. Feel free to stop by! Your burritos sounds delicious.
Posted by: Dandelion Quilts | January 19, 2009 at 05:09 PM
I still love that quilt! That looks like a good breakfast. I have to say, I tried a wrap that my dd bought at the store, and it was SSOOOO bad. It couldn't get the taste out of my mouth. Hopefully these tortillas taste better!
Posted by: MichelleB | January 19, 2009 at 04:54 PM
Ok, I would eat that for breakfast! Thanks for sharing! That's always part of the problem, is coming up with food that is enough to keep you full. I love laughing cow cheese too!
Posted by: Sara Ito | January 19, 2009 at 04:53 PM
Oh crap............. I keep putting off the diet thing. Now you are making me feel bad! :)
Posted by: tina | January 19, 2009 at 03:00 PM
Good for you and your weight loss!
I will so need to start here in a few weeks as soon as I have this new wee little one. I have gained over 30 pounds and weigh more than I have my entire life .....
I am all ready envisioning taking the baby to the gym with me..lol
Posted by: MonicaA | January 19, 2009 at 02:54 PM
Good for you Jen.
Posted by: Nanette | January 19, 2009 at 02:46 PM