VACookey

I think you should start lifting weights. Just get some 5 or 10 pounds dumbells and check out youtube for some ideas on exercises. There are tons of things you can do easily at this point. I lift weights 3 times a week and not only has it helped my weight loss but it's also helped tone up my body better than I expected.

Actually, on second thought, I have a set of dumbells where you can adjust the weight from 5 to 25 pounds. I do shoulder on 5 but can do biceps on 10. So having something adjustable is better than buying a bunch of different weights.

I learned this when I had a gall bladder attack and was told I just pulled a muscle during sex (I kid you not): The ER's sole purpose is to make sure you aren't dying. Once they determine that, it doesn't matter what the diagnosis is. Call your regular doctor in the morning. I never rely on the ER to figure out what's wrong with me.

I grill a lot. I love my Foreman grill! So I buy packs of chicken, beef, and fish, then freeze them in small servings. We use a food saver (best purchase EVER). When I want chicken for dinner, I'll grab a pack out of the freezer and thaw it out during the day so I can grill it at night. I do the same thing with veggies. I buy a bag of green beans or asparagus, take a few pieces, wrap them in wax paper, then put them in the freezer. I just take out the little bit for each meal so I'm not wasting any food.

Ok, that sounds intriguing. I start pureed food next Wednesday. Of course, I've been obsessing over what I'm going to eat. I'll have to check out Blossom Foods and your blog!