Mindy's Blog
Do you know that drinking zero-calorie diet drinks increases your hunger and cravings? The increased hunger causes increased caloric intake. I read about it online.
If you are getting frustrated with a weight-loss plan but still drinking diet drinks – this might be why your plan is not working out like you thought it would. If you switch to plain water when you are thirsty, this report about diet drinks suggests that you are much better off drinking water than drinking diet drinks.
The McDonalds by my house has changed their menu board and they are featuring a new selection of drinks called McCafe. You can get hot or iced coffee and milk for about $2, which is a lot cheaper than getting the same thing at a Starbucks for about $5. I might give it a try, but to be honest, I hardly ever go to McDonalds anymore. The only reason I noticed is because I was riding with a girlfriend and she wanted to stop at McD’s to get her little boy a Happy Meal for his dinner.
I like instant oatmeal for a quick and easy lunch. All you have to do is add a half cup of boiling water, stir it up, and you have lunch.
When I’m at home on the weekends, sometimes I like to make a pan full of real oats. I always buy the Quaker Oats brand of oatmeal. There is a difference between the real Quaker Oats and the cheaper store brand. Don’t skimp on the store brand – you’ll appreciate the real thing once you’ve tasted the difference.
The girls at work were talking about going to the rodeo next week. I have never been to a real rodeo. I think it would be fun. We might all go together and sit in the grandstands together. I hope some of the girls have been before so they know what is going on and what to do. I know they will have horses and bull riding. I don’t know what else to expect, but I’m sure it will be great.
Tough week at work. Bad allergies. Haven’t bought the Mother’s Day gift yet. My legs are too pale to wear shorts but it’s getting hot. I need a hair cut. My tooth hurts. I need more time – more money – more brains.
I love Easter. Everything is fresh and new and pretty. There are baby bunnies and baby chicks and ducks, families get dressed up to go to church, everyone eats a big meal together. It’s a happy time with family and good food. I hope your Easter is happy, too!
Last night was too much fun. I have a headache. No loud noises please.
My favorite reality show has got to be the Survivor Series.I make a point ot be at home on Thursday nights so I don’t miss any of the episodes.
I love to watch the human interaction between the players. They have to build alliances and make friends and yet they have to compete against each other and win more than the others. It is a constant struggle to find the right balance in the human dynamics between each player. I would love to be a player on this show. I am smart, have great people skills and and physicaly fit. I think I couldmake it to the final three and maybe even win!
What is your favorite Brownies recipe? My mom used to swear by Betty Crocker’s box mix. I have tired a couple other brands in a box, but I like my scratch recipe from the back of the toll house morsels package. Those brownies are rich and dark and chewy. Sometimes I like to add walnuts, and once I stirred in some caramel pieces. Those were great! If I can find the actual recipe I will post it here for you.
