Hey hey. Well, last night, I felt realy happy about RTM. I think the first wave of nerves has well and truly subsided and I feel quite in control, and am thoroughly enjoying the reintroduction of flavour and texture.
It hit me last night as I sipped a glass of Mango Juice - just how delicious it was - and how happy I am to have a choice in that I put in my mouth.
My body is functioning better - I am, erm, regular again, which has been a real problem for me. Aside from the first nigts illness, I have been feeling great with everything I have had - have had no ill effects - no tummy ache, or wind, or anything. It all just feels right.
I am enjoying the feeling of hunger that I notice about 20-30 minutes before my planned meal. It feels good to feel it, and know its OK to feel it - that I don't have to stuff it. I am also enjoying knowing that everything else is just weeks away, so there is no feeling of I MUST TASTE THIS, or I WANT TO HAVE THAT. I am content with what is on offer.
I am looking forward to my challenge next month: Returning hom to California for 2 weeks, and I am preparing a Roast Turkey dinner, with all the trimmings for my family and friends. There will be about 15-20 of us. Two areas of concern: only putting on my plate what I am allowed - and also, I have barely cooked for one in the past 9 months - and now have to cordinate a rather complex meal for 20! Give me strength!!!
Life is good - and its good to be free of the nerves of the first week or two - and it feels FANTASTIC to be in control. Long may that last!!
Hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the challenge.
Bex - I was a bit worried when you said you didn't weigh in - does that mean you did not go to group - and did you have enough packs to get you through? JUst want to make sure your ok. Would hate to see any of us hit any stumbling bocks that could start us off on the wrong foot! We've all worked so hard to get here and all.
Well peeps - keep on keeping on! And keep on enjoying this new life we have made for ourselves.
I am over the moon.
XXX