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A Happy Day

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

What is it that makes a day a happy day?  Sometimes it is the excitement of a particular occasion or going somewhere special.  At other times though, like today, it is the simplicity and ordinariness that makes it happy. For … Continue reading →

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Fast City

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

I have lost count of how many fast days I have done now but I am definitely in the swing of them.  It was freezing cold again this morning but sunny and bright which is lovely for walking in.   … Continue reading →

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The Celery Glass

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

It can be too easy in life, to rush through, rather than take the time to enjoy simple pleasures.  After a very busy week I have definitely been guilty of that.  So today I started my day slowly and decided … Continue reading →

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Down But Not Out

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

Weight Watchers weigh in tonight did not go well.  Or rather, my debauchery over the weekend was expensive and I put on 1.5 pounds which I am disappointed about and cross with myself about.  I came home and had one … Continue reading →

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Gorgeous Girls

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

I had a bit of a heavy heart today.  Time to say farewell again to my lovely girl who was heading back to Durham (not for long though but more on that another day).  She was taking Lucy with her … Continue reading →

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Gold Rush

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

The warm cosy interior and the intoxicating smell of Monmouth proved irresistible this morning. I checked on the fab Weight Watchers app and a flat white from Pret is only 2 points.  The Monmouth coffees are small so I was … Continue reading →

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Christmas in Borough

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

Today was my last day in the office before next year.  I have to work tomorrow but from home so I enjoyed a potter around Borough Market as it will be my last for a few weeks.  When I return, … Continue reading →

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12:12 12-12-12

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

I was determined to try hard today to eat healthily.  I was working from home which makes it easier. I am still enjoying the flowers Sally and Lucy R. sent me last week.  The lilies smell divine. The roses are … Continue reading →

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Chores Day

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

Every now and again a day off has to be put aside to do chores, chores and more chores.  All day long.  Yawn! I made a smoothie for breakfast with strawberries, blueberries, almond milk, Lucuma powder, macca powder and protein … Continue reading →

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A Tale Of Two Puddings

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Lose Weight and Gain Health

I write this feeling more bloated than I have for a long time.  I had a lovely day with two of my sisters and their families but it was another day of over-indulgence.  Tomorrow will be more austere! In acknowledgement … Continue reading →

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