Hi everyone,

I've not been able to post for a while 'cos I've been really busy at work and I've been away a lot too.

I've found it a bit of a struggle being away, breakfast & dinner are usually no problem, I've found hotel restaurants to be very accomodating & will cook to my needs.

The big problem is through the day. 'Cos I'm in meetings or training courses I don't want to drink too much water 'cos it's not so easy to visit the loo as often & so far lunch has been provided and guess what - it's nearly always sandwiches! I find it best to make an excuse like "I had a big breakfast & I'm not hungry" so I dont embarrass the host. I usually do have a big breakfast 'cos I'm very much one of those girls who eats plenty when it's offered 'cos you never know when it's gona be offered again! I don't usually feel hungry and don't feel deprived but I know its not good for me to go long periods without food.

So far I've not had the confidence to forewarn the host that I don't eat high carb foods 'cos I don't want to be labelled but I've got an all day meeting tomorrow & I took a big breath & told them that I follow Atkins. I got a really nice surprise by the reaction. They called me back to say that they had spoken to the caterers and they will provide a selection of food to fit in with my WoE. I am so chuffed with myself for having the confidence to ask in the first place, I just hope I'm not expecting too much of them and end up disappointed.

I'll keep you updated

Murron

Got so carried away with eating when I'm away I forgot the real reason for my update!

Weighed and measured myself this morning. I've now lost 14lbs - wahoo!!

I've also lost a massive 11" off my measurements, the most noteable 2 1/2" from both my waist and hips which means I've also gone down a dress size & strangely enough a shoe size too!

Yesterday I also achieved one of my goals when I bought a pair of knee high boots. I could never get the zipper past my chunky calfs before.

I feel sooooooo good about myself

Murron

Way to go, Murron!

You're doing wonderfully, and under less than optimal circumstances!

You put on those new boots and do the happy dance!

Maggie
5'1" ~~ Atkins since '98 (160+)
Maintaining nicely (110 +/-)
~~ Redhead until further notice!

Good For You!!!!

Barb
Atkins-3/14/03
174/146/135 5'2"
"A little knowledge is a dangerous thing."
Knowledge is POWER

thats awesome...