It seems I'm the 11th blog on here, so I thought it appropriate to call this Chapter 11.

Life is full of chapters. I can see definate breaks when I look back at my life; turning points. I was glad to be the 11th blog started here because I feel I'm at a turning point between bankruptcy (just going through the daily grind with the only purpose being to make it through) and having a life with a lasting impact on those around me.

I sometimes feel bankrupt emotionally because I have too much clutter in my home... and on my body. It keeps me from pursing things of lasting value. I'm embarking on a journey to change that. I'd rather not post all this on my other blog so here it is. Care to join in the fun, cheer me on, or just see if I can make it?

Day 24 carb free, weigh in #3 Posted 01-29-2008 at 02:00 PM by MamaFish Last week was horrible. I craved bread things SO badly! I was miserable. Yes, we have had delicious food, but there's still something missing that just doesn't leave me satisfied. I did not, however, cheat! I did have one pre-planned piece of cake for my dd's eighth birthday. That's not cheating She wanted a chocolate cake with peanut butter icing in the shape of an eight. So I spent a lot of time making two cakes, freezing them, cutting out the circles, mixing frosting and carefully... Continue reading... MamaFish SKMagnificent

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Day 16, Weigh in #2 Posted 01-21-2008 at 07:06 PM by MamaFish Updated 01-24-2008 at 12:17 PM by MamaFish I lost another 3 pounds for a total of 10. I'm now at 150. My goal is 135. Once I get there I know I'll want to lose more, but that's the ultimate goal. Anything past that I'm calling my impossible goal Oh, I miss bagels!!! I have made some delicious food... I should say WE. Dh is helping out so much. It's cool cooking, planning, shopping together. There's still something missing. I can live without cookies, but muffins, bagels... I'm not quitting, though.... Continue reading... MamaFish SKMagnificent

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Carb Free Chocolate Pudding & Sugar Free Baked Beans Posted 01-14-2008 at 04:49 PM by MamaFish I'm not saying this is healthy, but here it is. (Almost) Carb Free Chocolate Pudding: 20 oz unsweetened Silk soymilk (some carbs, no sugar) 2 scoops vanilla soy protein powder 4 T dutch cocoa 1/2 t pure stevia powder 4T whole husk psyllium Mix in blender and chill in small dishes. I added sliced almonds to the top. Sugar Free BBQ Baked Beans 4 cans beans (navy, white beans, etc.) ... Continue reading... MamaFish SKMagnificent

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Day 8 of 30... The Weigh In!!! Posted 01-14-2008 at 04:42 PM by MamaFish Yesterday (Sunday) was weigh in day. I lost 7 pounds in 7 days! I know it won't continue this way, but boy it felt great to see the drop. I have much more energy and I'm not hungry during the day. That doesn't mean I don't still want to eat That's the hardest part; not picking up a bite to eat, not eating a piece of chocolate after lunch and supper. I did make the pudding out of the soy protein shake. It was very good. I'll put the recipe up. Today (Day 9)... Continue reading... MamaFish SKMagnificent

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Stevia as a Sweetener Posted 01-12-2008 at 05:56 AM by MamaFish I have not cooked with stevia yet, but we've been using it to sweeten beverages for several years. Great if you're trying to give your family less sugar and also great if you're on a no carb diet. Iced tea: To make a gallon of tea I use 6 tea bags in my 12 cup coffee pot basket just like I was making a pot of coffee. I dump that into a gallon pitcher then add water to equal a gallon. I actually use two 1/2 gallon jugs because it's easier to lift and easier to fit in the frige.... Continue reading... MamaFish SKMagnificent

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