The Coffee House

[Gary A.]

Miss Maggie from today’s walk waiting to be hosed down.

 

[davidharmier60]

6.01 hours today. I clocked out thinking I was done with 5.45. But when I got to the window I was handed 4 signs to put up.
So I clocked back in. Built the best large grill so far. Works smooth as butter.
Got home and changed oil in the lawnmower, brought in a bag of dog food.
Going to watch F1 or Drag Racing on the DVR.

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[Gary A.]

I'm munching on some green beans and some grilled chicken for lunch. Under the doctor's orders, I've been eating lots of lean protein and vegetables, some dairy, and have cut back on the carbs quite a bit. The hardest meal of the day has been breakfast, honestly. I don't love eggs and some of the non-egg breakfast suggestions are pretty gross. (Lunch meat and cheese roll ups? Sooooo salty. I can't do it, haha). Fortunately, I figured out this morning that the protein powder I buy fulfills my nutrient requirements for breakfast. It's hard to argue with the results. I've lost about 10 pounds in the last two weeks. The goal is another 20-30 if I want to avoid going on medication for my blood pressure.

As someone who loves to cook and bake, it's been a little tough. I've been finding lots of ways to make healthier food though. (Except for Friday night. One does not go to Fenway Park and forgo a Fenway Frank. Or two.)

Maybe a paleo cookbook.

 

[SquarePeg1]

I'm munching on some green beans and some grilled chicken for lunch. Under the doctor's orders, I've been eating lots of lean protein and vegetables, some dairy, and have cut back on the carbs quite a bit. The hardest meal of the day has been breakfast, honestly. I don't love eggs and some of the non-egg breakfast suggestions are pretty gross. (Lunch meat and cheese roll ups? Sooooo salty. I can't do it, haha). Fortunately, I figured out this morning that the protein powder I buy fulfills my nutrient requirements for breakfast. It's hard to argue with the results. I've lost about 10 pounds in the last two weeks. The goal is another 20-30 if I want to avoid going on medication for my blood pressure.

As someone who loves to cook and bake, it's been a little tough. I've been finding lots of ways to make healthier food though. (Except for Friday night. One does not go to Fenway Park and forgo a Fenway Frank. Or two.)

Sounds similar to my weight watchers diet. Breakfast is also hardest for me. I usually end up going with either an egg white omelette with onions and peppers or a yogurt with fruit on the side. Sometimes I throw in some toast but I use the Sara Lee Delightful whole wheat or whole grain bread. It's only 45 calories/slice and lower in carbs than most breads.

 

[terri57 1]

I'm munching on some green beans and some grilled chicken for lunch. Under the doctor's orders, I've been eating lots of lean protein and vegetables, some dairy, and have cut back on the carbs quite a bit. The hardest meal of the day has been breakfast, honestly. I don't love eggs and some of the non-egg breakfast suggestions are pretty gross. (Lunch meat and cheese roll ups? Sooooo salty. I can't do it, haha). Fortunately, I figured out this morning that the protein powder I buy fulfills my nutrient requirements for breakfast. It's hard to argue with the results. I've lost about 10 pounds in the last two weeks. The goal is another 20-30 if I want to avoid going on medication for my blood pressure.

As someone who loves to cook and bake, it's been a little tough. I've been finding lots of ways to make healthier food though. (Except for Friday night. One does not go to Fenway Park and forgo a Fenway Frank. Or two.)

Sounds similar to my weight watchers diet. Breakfast is also hardest for me. I usually end up going with either an egg white omelette with onions and peppers or a yogurt with fruit on the side. Sometimes I throw in some toast but I use the Sara Lee Delightful whole wheat or whole grain bread. It's only 45 calories/slice and lower in carbs than most breads.

Hey, that bread sounds interesting - I've not found one at my store for less than 60 calories/slice, I think it's some variety of Nature's Own whole wheat (they put out several kinds). Carbs are THE hardest thing to avoid when dieting...I love my breads, pasta, potatoes... *sniffle* But, if you just make a few adjustments (I learned to just weigh foods, usually resulting in decreased portions - smaller than I was previously allowing) and be patient, over time it's not that difficult to shed some pounds. Over 8 months I've dropped about 30 pounds, and using that My Fitness Pal app helped, too. I could likely increase portions a little now, but I'm so used to it, it doesn't bother me.

(Except for Friday night. One does not go to Fenway Park and forgo a Fenway Frank. Or two.)

Exactly! We cook at home most of the time. When we do decide to go out, I order what I want. I'm there to eat, drink and be merry.

 

[Gary A.]

I'm munching on some green beans and some grilled chicken for lunch. Under the doctor's orders, I've been eating lots of lean protein and vegetables, some dairy, and have cut back on the carbs quite a bit. The hardest meal of the day has been breakfast, honestly. I don't love eggs and some of the non-egg breakfast suggestions are pretty gross. (Lunch meat and cheese roll ups? Sooooo salty. I can't do it, haha). Fortunately, I figured out this morning that the protein powder I buy fulfills my nutrient requirements for breakfast. It's hard to argue with the results. I've lost about 10 pounds in the last two weeks. The goal is another 20-30 if I want to avoid going on medication for my blood pressure.

As someone who loves to cook and bake, it's been a little tough. I've been finding lots of ways to make healthier food though. (Except for Friday night. One does not go to Fenway Park and forgo a Fenway Frank. Or two.)

Out here they’re named Dodger Dogs. Made extra long and specifically by a local meat factory for The Dodgers.

 

[Gary A.]

Gary is roasting! (Finally)

 

[vintagesnaps]

Don't these hockey players know it's getting late for OT? Stop putzing around and score already.

The Las Vegas Knights tweeted that the playoffs have taken 10 years off their lives and they're only 1 year old.

We have a former player there too, he's getting a lot of ice time tonight, scored one goal and an assist.

Yay! scored halfway into OT, thank you! none of this 2 OT stuff tonight.

 

[Fujidave]

Morning all, had a lovely walk already as the sun is out and it`s a lovely day.

 

[espresso2x]

Spring has resprung; back on; normal service is resumed.

Morning all, had a lovely walk already as the sun is out and it`s a lovely day.

 

[davidharmier60]

Morning y'all. Coffee is mighty fine this morning. Gotta go have whatever hours I'll get.

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[SquarePeg1]

Don't these hockey players know it's getting late for OT? Stop putzing around and score already.

The Las Vegas Knights tweeted that the playoffs have taken 10 years off their lives and they're only 1 year old.

We have a former player there too, he's getting a lot of ice time tonight, scored one goal and an assist.

Yay! scored halfway into OT, thank you! none of this 2 OT stuff tonight.

What do you think about the Nashville team restricting playoff ticket sales to their own local tv area and now the Lightning posting a policy that those who buy club seats will not be allowed to wear the opposing teams colors. So if a Bruins fan wants to fly to Tampa to see a game they can’t wear their Bruins T-shirt in the stands? Seems like a pretty bush league policy to me! Cmon Tampa. If you want to play in the big leagues, the invasion of fans from out of town is part of that. I guess Tampa’s not confident enough in their own fan base filling their seats!

 

[Fujidave]

Stuck in now, waiting for a delivery of a chair... Still nice and sunny but the wind is getting up a bit.

 

[limr50 3]

Not feelin' it today, hosers. Not. Feelin'. It.

 

[Gary A.]

Morning all, had a lovely walk already as the sun is out and it`s a lovely day.

Aaarrghh ... you took our sun! 54F presently, and it may break 60F today. It is cool and wet outside. We had some precipitation last night, nothing measurable but definitely put a wet shine on all the plants and walkways. Not nearly enough to turn off the irrigation though. Odd weather for it to be sunny and "lovely" in the UK, but wet and dreary in California.