Sighing heavily

Sigh. Just so you know, there are two things I can't do when I'm depressed.

1. make my bed
2. blog

Fortunately, neither of these things generates income. It's been a long few weeks, and I can count the number of days of my mid-winter slump based on when I last posted on SMC. Today the sun is shining, and I doubt it's warm, but the sunshine and blue skies are definitely a step in the right direction.

Now that I'm climbing out of the pit, I have an announcement to make: I'm losing weight.

I mean, I'm not currently in the process of losing weight, but one way or another, in the next few months, I'm going to shed some pounds. A little over four years ago I lost about 20 and dang it if those and maybe a few more haven't crept back on.

I'm a stress eater and definitely a little stress x 3 years in my corner of the world.

But no more.

SO...although I reserve the right to change my mind at any time, I've decided to chronicle my weight loss journey on SMC. In the months that follow, I hope to be sharing recipes, tips and tricks for feeding a busy family AND losing weight.

No small feat.

Today I'm sharing my magical Power Oatmeal, compliments of my sister and Dr. Joe. It looks like baby food, but if you close your eyes you can pretend it's fruit cobbler. When I am in weight loss mode I eat it for breakfast every single stinking morning. When I am not in weight loss mode, I eat it to help maintain my weight. Three years ago I quit eating it consistently, and I can't help but wonder....

Anyhoo, here it is:

1/4 cup quick-cook oatmeal
1 cup mixed frozen berries
a little water

Microwave this on high for 1 minute. Stir, and microwave for 1 more minute. Add one scoop protein powder. I like Body Fortress Vanilla. All the others I've tried generally go stale and end up in the garbage.

And here is my weight loss tip of the day: make your bed.