Might as well get today's done before I go off to swimming with the boys since I know what we're having anyway. Bed 6.6 FBG 6.1. Whatever was wrong is stabilising again - no morning DP surge. I had planned to have a first attempt at a rough puff pastry yesterday using low carb flour but time ran away from me. It will take a while with the cooling, rolling and turning so will need to be another day.
B. Tassimo Americano grande with a dash of cream. Loads of cold meat so I had 1 slice ox tongue, 1 roast pork leg, 1/2 ham, boiled egg and a tablespoon of the mixed veggies in mayo.
L. Heading off to swimming soon , dozing off so 1/3 phd raspberry bar (I keep finding 1/3 bits in the fridge). Bags are ready, snacks for boys packed although nothing sweet for No 2 who has returned to the doghouse. He found a pack of some very expensive Japanese sweets his Dad got from Japan, opened them and consumed more than half. Obviously didn't have permission. The deposits around the mouth were a bit of a give away. He also broke one of brother's friend's toys. Trouble follows that boy. No 1 is still preoccupied with wobbling teeth.
D. My usual campari and soda if I remember to buy campari when I am on my way back from swimming. Making steak and kidney in the IP when I get back with mushrooms and some ale. Without pastry for me though. Celeriac mash , brussel sprouts and green beans. Berries and halo top after.
Was an annoying driving day yesterday. Firstly, had a Mrs Angry behind me going through a built up area where there are loads of youngsters. I am always very cautious when they are out and about because you never know when they will run out. Anyway Mrs Angry didn't like this (obviously in way too much of a hurry) so she was banging her dash, her steering wheel and her horn over and over. Just ignored her but as I turned down to the main road I gave way to a car on my left (because that's what you do when the give way markings are on your side). More banging, horn bashing and waving of fists. There's only room for single file traffic so sick fed up with her I nudged down to the main road keeping her behind. She wasn't going anywhere anyway as the main road traffic were stopped at the lights - or so I thought. She did a dangerous overtaking manoeuvre on the wrong side and caused the oncoming to swerve. Side of her car was bashed - serves her right.
Then on the way back along the coast encountered 2 of the inconsiderate cycling "packs". I am always careful around cyclists, dont mind waiting a few mins to pass safely but I detest these packs where there are cycle lanes and they are not in them and the pack is riding 5 or 6 abreast with a very long queue of traffic behind. All that leads to is very impatient drivers from a few cars back taking risks to get past them. They were getting blasted but couldn't care less. Sorry but that's how cyclists get a bad name. It's not the Tour and Chris Froome they're not so stop behaving like pratts! Ah well, rain back on in time for leaving.
I've got a FABULOUS Sugar Free Diabetic dessert in the oven right now
1 package Golden Raisins, 1 bag frozen Raspberries, 1/2 cup water, 3 cups oatmeal, 1 tsp. cinnamon, 1 tsp. nutmeg, 1 tsp cardamon, 1 stick butter, 1 cup orange juice
Butter or coat a deep baking dish with nonstick baking spray: Evenly distribute raisins. Simmer frozen raspberries in water until berries break apart, pur over the raisins. Mix Oatmeat and spices together, Melt butter, stir into oatmea, then add OJ. Make sure all the oatmeal is wet, add a bit of water if needed. Spoon evenly over fruit, BAKE: 325 for one hour. Serve warm with Sugar free whipped topping.
Evening all - posting now as first chance I’ve had all day and may not get back on till late
No B
L - 2 babybel and handful of nits
D- hoping to get a couple of sausages, bacon, mushrooms and eggs on the go in a bit!
One day I’ll get a post right!Nits are great for extra protein
Excellent solution, I can feed this to the 6 year old instead of the stuff we normally buy. Thanks.Not sure if there are any Nutella fans on here, but if there are, this recipe is highly recommended! We made a batch last night and had some with our vanilla chia pudding this morning. It's not as sickly and sweet as Nutella. The hazelnut flavour really comes through. I used avocado oil because I'd run out of coconut oil. It is amazing! I always preferred the more expensive hazelnut chocolate spreads without all the rubbish in and this is much more like those. The only problem is that it's a really small batch and will not last long at all in this house!
https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/homemade-low-carb-chocolate-hazelnut-spread/
@Emma_369 The long term short comings of this WOE are indeed an issue and as weight decreases I think the problem comes into sharper focus. As for enjoying this WOE I think the most I can realistically expect is to be grateful for having access to such good ingredients. I didn't actually expect LC to do any good so I had not thought about what I might do or feel like when I reached this point. I don't think there are any answers it is just one of those things. I don't like having fillings or blood draws but they are needed so I just have to live with them. I genuinely feel guilty about being hungry so often and not raving about some good food but I don't see lying as helpful.@ianpspurs in general I don’t mind LC but the chaos of the last couple of days and running round have made me realise some it’s restrictions long term. It’s not convenient unless I’m happy to eat chunks of cheese or slices of meat. Didn’t eat yesterday other than a slice of cakeand today I’ve only had time for a handful of nuts and 2 babybel. For the first time I wish I could grab a sandwich or stick some toast in. Quick on the go food. I love food, always have and am ok with recipes and cooking in general. But feeling fed up after just the last couple of days of going without because it’s easier than trying to work out what I can eat. You seem to have not enjoyed this WOE for a long while now and whilst I have no answers I hope really you find one!
Hi @PenguinMum not been posting on bgs thread recently due to busyness and family stuff but have just noticed your post about your son. I’m very sorry to hear he’s in hospital. I do so hope that they get to the bottom of what’s caused the problem and help him to get back to full health and/or manage his health condition. Take care it must be a huge shock for you and will have had a big impact on you and your family. Hugs heading your way. X@ianpspurs I feel for you. I know your last HBA1c disappointed you are you testing before/after meals cos it sometimes seems to me that you are not eating very much. The other thing that puzzles me is you are a “real food, good quality food” type of guy which should help, you are not trying to get away from junk. This way of life is not a walk in the park but all we can do is try. I really hope you start enjoying your food again. Hope Julie is getting on ok, thats not easy for you either. Best wishes as always.
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