Attack of the Choco-Demon

Choco-demon is the name I have given to that weakness I’m feeling right now. Someone at work brought in this huge jar of candy bars – various types – Hershey with Almonds, KitKat, PayDay, Peanut M&M’s, etc. And I'm not talking the bite or snack size versions. Thanks a ton dear co-worker of mine. Haven’t you noticed I’m trying to work towards being fit and healthy? LOL


The truth is, we are going to be faced with this type of thing every day. It will be a part of our life, and we will have to handle it. Yesterday, I was fine. I never gave that choco-demon a second though. Today is another story. There are parts of me that seriously think that stupid chocolate is calling my name. Crazy! I’m being strong because as I sit here and continue to “work” I realize that the problem with today is – I didn’t get enough sleep last night. Therefore, I’m tired and a bit groggy. Some part of me believes that chocolate just might help. But the stronger part of me knows differently. This morning, I chose to enjoy a veggie omelet with a bit of cheddar cheese. It was quite tasty. I love grilled red bell peppers. So yummy! I haven’t thought about lunch yet, although about an hour or so I’ll venture to the café and see what I can find. My thoughts are on the garlicky hummus – man that stuff is good!

The last few days of eating have been OK at best. I’ll admit that I’m not perfect and I did enjoy some no-no’s. Here’s the play by play.

Monday – 9/6/10
Note: Labor Day holiday – traditional festivities usually include grilling out or something like that. We didn’t do a whole lot because it rained the majority of the day.

Dannon Greek Yogurt (Strawberry Flavor)

1 Slice of Little Caesar’s Cheese Pizza – minus the crust with 1 piece of Crazy Bread

½ Chocolate Rice Krispie Treat (I gave in to the Choco-Demon here)

½ cup Clam Chowder with a slice of Swiss Cheese

2 cups popcorn followed later by frozen lemonade.

In looking at this, I pretty much participated in some typical fattening food. I just didn’t eat a lot of it.

Tuesday – 9/7/10
Today was the kid’s first day back to school. That means it tends to be even busier.

Breakfast - ¾ Cup Oatmeal sweetened with brown sugar and raisins with ½ pint of Skim Milk

Lunch – Anti Pasto Cup which consisted of cubed salami, monterey jack and cheddar cheeses.

Snack – ¼ cup Butter Toffee Peanuts (I think this is slightly better than those m&m’s)

Dinner – 1 slice pizza (minus crust) toppings were ham, mushroom, black olives, fresh garlic, onion.

Snack – 1 Mint Skinny Cow Ice Cream Sandwich. Dang – again the sweet.

In reviewing all this, it seems apparent that when my time of the month is approaching (next week), the sweet cravings kick in more than ever! It is this week that I have to be stronger than normal. I also must push that exercise!!

Until next time,

♥ Dottie