Beautiful weather this morning, such a nice chance of pace, but glad to have had the rain as it cooled things down.
Today is my last day of freedom before my scouts and scout leader return tomorrow night and we rush into prep for holidays. I’ve missed them terribly but have loved the personal space yet it’s been surprisingly lonely, especially without a car!
I’ve eaten quite well on my own, but not much of it. Lots of water, a tea in the morning, and about one meal per day. I know this isn’t right but I’m just not hungry! “Lunch” is often a ham/cheese roll up from the fridge but at least my dinners are proper—the fondue, a steak with French beans last night (couldn’t finish it), tonight will be scampi fried in garlic with a spinach salad (and some tomatoes) or possibly I’ll make another buffalo mozzarella salad.
I’d love to be eating two proper meals a day, as I usually fast in the mornings, but can’t find an appetite. It’s really frustrating.
Athelstane how’s the smoking going?
Greebo exciting BBC news! So pleased for you.
WayoftheWorld I’m in awe of your holiday cooking—how do you manage to be so organised? I throw a roasted chicken and some raw veg for the night we arrive then hop it to the supermarket the next day!
Notjustexploring I’m a fan of xylitol but that’s for the tooth/gum benefit. To me it’s nicer than other sweeteners but I don’t bake or make puddings—maybe twice a year—so can’t speak for its qualities as a substitute.
It’s great to see so many contributing with updates and daily input. The thread is staying strong despite Bootcamp being over and summer holidays in full swing for many. Many of us agree the support here has been invaluable for keeping us on track, even with periods of time away we’re all warmly welcomed back into the food. And the humour has been top notch.
No real news other than I’ve finally submitted my manuscript to an agent and have never really talked about it to anyone, not even my husband knows but wanted to post something warm and fuzzy to all.