Monthly Archives: October 2014

Stockholm Day 3: A Cycle Ride and Abba

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

I think I have finally worn out Harvey.  I am comatose and doubt I will ever walk or sit comfortably again but I am pleased to tire out he who can go all day. The breakfast hall was packed with … Continue reading →

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Stockholm Day 2: Spa, Sauna and Skansen

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

Today we immersed ourselves in Scandinavian customs and history and both absolutely loved it. Another three course breakfast.  A small bowl of muesli with strawberry yogurt, fruit salad, nuts and seeds. A cold course, with peppers, sprouts, cucumber, cornichons, beetroot … Continue reading →

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Stockholm Day 1

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

For many years I have wanted to visit Sweden.  After all, what’s not to like from the country that has blessed us all with Abba, Bjorn Borg, Wallander, Stieg Larsson (Girl with the Dragon Tattoo), Peter Hoeg (Miss Smilla), Pippi … Continue reading →

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Back To Bankside

Posted on October 26, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

One of my food rules is to make sure we include fruits or vegetables with every meal, including breakfast.  This did meet a lot of resistance to begin with and occasionally still does.  But I am winning and usually the … Continue reading →

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An Autumnal Walk

Posted on October 25, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

Harvey and I had a lovely walk in Hemstead Forest this morning, our route taking about an hour.   Having worked non stop from 6 am until 11:30 pm yesterday it was better than usual to be outside in the fresh … Continue reading →

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The Soup With Recipe

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

Today was so busy I hardly had time to eat which is good in one way but can mean I end up grabbing sugary high carb snacks but thanks to taking to work my own breakfast and having ready made soup … Continue reading →

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A Life In Pots

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

I seem to be eating a lot of my food from pots these days!  This is actually quite good as it means I am often taking food to work from home which saves money and puts me in charge of … Continue reading →

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A Reasonable Start

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

I made a reasonable start to my Slimming World campaign – I lost 4 pounds this week.  I was pleased with that, especially after the pizza and wine last Thursday and the almond cake I ate last night and white … Continue reading →

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Free Food Or Syns?

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

In general I find Slimming World very easy to follow but there are some things I am finding confusing.  It would help if I had stayed to my first class and I will be asking some questions tomorrow when I … Continue reading →

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Salad and Soup

Posted on October 19, 2014 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

I was so well behaved today. I began with a very pink breakfast! It was not intentionally pink but I noticed its pinkness when I took the photo. Watermelon, half a pink grapefruit and and some ham. With a green … Continue reading →

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