Pennies lead to dollars

I lost 0.6 tonight. I am glad that I didn't gain, not exactly pleased with how little I lost. But, to be perfectly honest, my eating habits this week weren't very good. I was eating like I did before I started WW, just less of it. Instead of the "Value Meal" I would get a single item and pair it with veggies, or, more usually, nothing else. So, to sum it all up, I've eaten like crap this past week, so I really shouldn't be surprised that I didn't lose more than I wanted to.

Here's the rub. On the old system, I could eat like I have been this past week and not feel so guilty for using my points. With this new system, the way I was and am eating, costs more so I run out of points more quickly, thus I use my uh-oh points and get really, really close to gaining weight.

Tonight, sitting in the meeting, I realized that I have to change the way I eat. I have fallen back on my ways that got me fat in the first place. I had started on that slippery slope again. Even though I am losing a little weight at a time, it probably isn't doing anything for my heart and my energy level. I need to eat more veggies, fruits, whole grains and lean protein. I should not rely on McDonald's, Taco Bell, Subway to be my chef. I need to put the effort back into pre-planning my meals, or at least have contingency plans.

Tomorrow is a new day. I am going to work the program and try to find morning breakfast and take it a meal and a snack at a time. Maybe, just maybe, I'll eat more bulk and feel more satisfied. I'll let you know of my progress.

PS - not that this excuses anything, but sick kids, stressed out spouses and overall exhaustion DO NOT help the new eating habits. Good night and til next time.