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I had a battle of wills with myself today but I won.  Phew!  I really fancied cake today but I managed to resist, even though after school I took Harvey to my favourite local farm shop and he chose some … Continue reading →

A cold wind blew in today.  My goodness we seemed to have gone from summer to winter with nothing in between! I was up slightly earlier than usual so I made a smoothie for breakfast which I took to work. … Continue reading →

I worked from home today as I needed a long period of time to be quiet in, with no distractions, so I could concentrate properly.  In between working, I appreciated the peace and quiet and the beauty of this small … Continue reading →

I was well organised for today as I had prepared breakfast and lunch the day before which makes the morning so much easier. Look at how lovely this sack of oats is.  One of my pet hates is having to … Continue reading →

There’s just about a sugar shortage round here now.  Here’s a funny thing.  Try saying “sugar shortage” out loud.  I find it difficult without concentrating. I want to say “Shugar sortage”.  I think my little brain gets confused because the … Continue reading →

Yup, I have done it again.  Another day with no added sugar in anything.  Today was harder in some ways as I prepare food for all of us on a Saturday.  Harvey was away all week and James doesn’t eat … Continue reading →

Sugar sugar everywhere, nor any grain to eat.  Well I haven’t gone quite that far but I am well on my way.  What a splendid clear out I had.  One of David Gillespie’s recommendations is to get rid of everything … Continue reading →

Several of you have asked if I am eating fruit.  The answer is NO, not yet.  Sadly.  I really miss it.  I will be able to have some but not while I am a sugarholic.  When I no longer have … Continue reading →

David Gillespie calls people like me “Sugarholics” and I agree.  I think I am addicted to sugar.  I really enjoyed David’s book ‘The Sweet Poison Quit Plan’ and recommend it as a way to quickly read why sugar (specifically fructose) … Continue reading →