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We just had a lovely couple days in Bristol. Ate too much, definitely drank too much. But it was lovely to have some time for us. Back to it with a bang, as OH is working every close over the the BH weekend. BUT the sun is shining today, so I'm looking forward to rugby. And we've got Ceri dog...

Honestly, life is mental at the moment! Looked after my OH's dog at the weekend, and it was lovely to go for some long walks with her and just switch off a bit. Work is crazy and I go from feeling fine, to feeling totally out of my depth. I know I'm not being brilliant with food, but as long as...

Weekend was not consistent with making good choices. And I'm struggling a bit at the moment. I know what the answer is, but I seem to be avoiding asking the right questions of myself at the moment. Annoyed that Pilates is cancelled tonight, but will still go to Zumba. It also gives me a bit of...

Sometimes, other bits of life just get in the way. BUT I snuck onto the scales this morning, and I think I've broken the annoying plateau. I just need to be stricter with myself. The last week has been difficult and meant a bit of a routine shift, as OH hasn't been working, which has meant less...

Interview went well, and I was offered the job. So that's some breathing space at least! And I genuinely love what I'm doing. It's an amazing opportunity to get experience at this level, and will hopefully make me more employable if there isn't a position when my colleague comes back from...

As much as I love it, I'm glad the 6 Nations is over for another year. Means I can be a bit more focussed on weekends. I've let things slip a bit recently, and I can feel it. Trying to find the balance between social life and everything else. My interview has been rescheduled for Friday. More...

Cough is still causing me issues, but managed Pilates and Zumba last night. Both good classes; although Zumba much quieter than normal, because a lot of the ladies are fasting for Ramadan. Still in limbo with my interview, but getting on with other things. Had a lovely dinner last night, of...

Well it is miserable out there today! I was logged on early for work, because my interview was meant to be today (for the job I'm doing...again). I knew my boss was ill, and had a bit of warning that it might be postponed. But it was quite good to get a good hours work in before people started...

It's so much fun! And a lovely group of ladies as well. I've got class booked tonight, but I'm coughing up a storm, so will see how I feel later. Yesterday was absolutely manic in town. French fans are good fun. Loads of fancy dress, music everywhere. Cardiff just absolutely bounces on a match...

Really good session at walking rugby this morning. I forgot to get any pics (too busy playing), but we were also joined by an ex-international, which was pretty awesome! I've also realised that I've been doing Broadway Dance Fitness for over a year! How mad that I learned all of these...

I know... I keep saying I'll start a new diary. And I'm hoping to have time in the next few weeks. I've been suffering from imposter syndrome recently: especially in work, but also with my weight loss. I know that I'm letting myself down, but need to not beat myself up about it. And when I'm...

4lbs off. Quite surprised in some ways, but I also know I've been a bit more consistent with workouts and food has generally been better. No rugby training this morning - ground is just too wet. But heading up for a meeting about upcoming festival invites. Long way to go for that, but be nice to...

Such a lovely weekend: partner's eldest was down to watch the rugby with us. It was our first session back at walking rugby, so he came along to that as well. Great to be back, and even better that it didn't rain! We don't get to see him often, so it was really nice to spend the weekend...

I've been trying out lots of different teas recently (hibiscus is my current fave), so will definitely look into that. Well done with the swimming, and meals sound good as well. Much more willpower than me (although I did have a jacket potato in the canteen today, rather than the AMAZING...

Dance was good last night, and then got up and did a couple of Get Fit With Rick workouts this morning. We're out with OH's family for dinner tonight (which has been a nightmare with plans changing, but I think we're sorted with where we're going now!) Zumba isn't on tomorrow, but still have...

Had a lovely flying visit to London - wish we could have stayed longer, but had to be back Saturday evening, as OH was working yesterday. Food choices are between okay and brilliant, but with a lot going on at the moment, I'm focussing on the exercise side of things, and making good choices...

Thanks Ali. Feeling a bit frustrated with the scales. I seem to be stuck around the 182lbs mark. I know there are changes needed, but it never quite seems the right time. I know that this weekend will mean beer (6 Nations, drinking with the boys is not the time to stick to white spirits!) Just...

Well, I must be doing something right, as I've been asked to act as Project Manager on another ongoing project. The stakeholder do have their own PM, but having seen his idea of a project plan yesterday, I can totally understand why I've been asked to come on board. It's actually really nice...

Mixed things up and had scrambled eggs for breakfast, instead of fruit and yogurt. Lots of research around at the moment about sweet vs savoury breakfasts, which has been making me think! I have dance tonight, and then planning to do some Get Fit with Rick when I get home. I signed up for a 12...

So today I did 11k steps without even leaving the house! Bit of a lazy day, urm... recovering... from rugby presentation night yesterday. It got messy! But then got myself in gear, and did a few Get Fit with Rick videos, and half an hour of standing pilates. Scales were up slightly yesterday...

Lovely walk and a swim on Tuesday evening. Made a kind of goulash soup, plenty of veg packed in, which will do a few meals. Air fried a salmon filet to go with it last night, which was delicious. Zumba and pilates were great last night: although my legs did not love the sumo squats! Will go for...

Had a lovely walk on Sunday - but possibly overdid it with the squats in the home workouts: DOMS is very real in my legs. Was able to dance last night, which probably helped a lot. Picked up some lovely rose jam from the Turkish shop near me. A real treat with yogurt, pear and chia seeds for...

Thanks Ali. Much better. Dance class yesterday morning was good. Just done an hour of home workouts, and going to head out for a walk. It's such a glorious day, be daft not to!

aw no need to be mortified at all! It's perfectly natural. Huge well done. That's a brilliant first week loss :)

Welcome to the forum, Lawl. How did you get on?

Thanks Ali. Much better after 5 days of antibiotics (and three days off work basically just sleeping!) Food hasn't been brilliant, but looking forward to getting back into a routine with classes etc. Dance tomorrow morning, and already booked pilates and zumba for next week. Flat smells...

Cough still lingering - annoyed, as was meant to be meeting some of the walking rugby lot for a stroll. I don't think it's fair to subject them to it, so will be staying put. Frustrating, as it has finally stopped raining. I might go for a little pootle on my own, and if I feel up to it, some...

Hope everyone had a lovely Christmas and New Year? I thought I'd possibly enjoyed mine a little too much... but clothes fit and the scales say otherwise, so I will take that. I was looking forward to going back to dance tonight, but a combination of another cough, and it being the instructor I...

As expected, small gain on the scales this week. Nothing I'm worried about. A lot has been out of my control food wise, and I've made good decisions when out. Must not buy cheese for the flat though! I'm the only one that eats it, so will just stick to cheddar (and perhaps a small selection for...

Been a bit slack posting, as things have been super busy, with work and personally. Lots going on, so just trying to keep things together and not go off the rails with food! Considering how it would have been a comfort blanket in the past, I'm pretty pleased with myself. Weight also sticking...

Welcome back CP. 3 stone so far is an amazing achievement. Good luck with your journey

Haven't posted much, but have still been podding! Weight is fairly static, but not unexpectedly. Need to get back into a better routine with gym and swimming. Rugby is finished for the season now: played some VERY COLD games on Friday evening! 2 out of three meals out done now, so that will...

Good luck :-) Where are you going cruising? It's good to have something to aim for. I really want to get a holiday booked in, but between my work and OH's shifts, we're struggling! Hopefully just get some weekends away.

Finding it hard to keep my head in the game at the moment. Food choices haven't been brilliant, mainly because I've not felt well. But actually, when I look overall, it isn't bad. Small gain on the scales, but I expected that. Chest infection means I've had to cut down exercise classes, and it's...

Hi Neikom - welcome to the forum :)

Fab weekend - completed the half marathon (walk). 3 hours 40ish, and I did just over 13.5 miles in total. Lucky, the weather was glorious (and got a medal!) Food has been a bit hit and miss, but I expected that with increasing walking distance. I still feel in control, but do need to keep an...

Have a lovely birthday weekend - definitely more relaxed about food and drink, but still saw 2lbs off on the scales on Saturday morning. Got absolutely soaked at rugby training, and then walked 8 miles through mud, torrential rain and glorious sunshine! New trail shoes will be just the job for...

woohoo it's finally Friday. It has felt a very long week. But that's probably because of two short weeks before it. In even better news, I have Monday and Tuesday off. Although I then come back to delivering some pretty full-on training to another department, so no real rest for the wicked! I...

Happy Fri-yay It's felt a very long week (probably because I had two short weeks before) BUT I am off on Monday and Tuesday. You've reminded me that I need to get back into the swimming habit. I was doing really well, but it's kind of fallen by the wayside. Lots of change with OH's schedule...

Soup was delicious, and the lentil patties really worked (so well, that all off the leftovers were used up almost straight away, because OH decided he liked them!) Today has been a bit hit and miss. I've got a lot going on personally, and work's been a bit hectic. BUT it's not an excuse. Off...

Strange few weeks, but it really does sound like you have plans/goals in place, and know how to achieve them. We've got fun and games at work as well, with funding review time - not just for us, but effecting lots of departments. Because of the nature of the work, we're getting a lot of "oh...

Welcome to the site, Novia. I've recently started posting again, and although it's not daily, I do find it really good for accountability.

Still podding along! Feel focussed, yet also relaxed. Other people are really starting to notice the difference in my weight now, which is always nice to hear. Had a lovely 13ish mile walk on Saturday. Considering it was up and down and through mud, I was happy with the time, and pretty...

Have been a bit slack in posting, with things being a bit busy. But just back from rugby tour, and ready to refocus. Food wasn't brilliant, because I wasn't in control of a lot of it. But the scales suggest I haven't done too much damage. Will do an "official" weight on Saturday. I've also...

Wasn't overly hungry after dance last night. Pan fried some tender stem broccoli and green beans, with garlic, and a sprinkle of parmesan. Pool still out of action, but it's a gorgeous morning here, so went out for a walk. 4 miles in the bag, and 8k steps done before work. Will see if rugby's...

Yesterday was actually pretty good food wise, but did have a few drinks. Felt very inspired watching the Half Marathon, and OH and I are looking to sign up to do it next year. I'm also doing another charity walk this Sunday. Cheese munchies have struck today, but I'm trying to be good. About to...

Good luck. I know what you mean, sometimes the structure is a good thing! I did SW a few years ago. And am "calorie conscious" these days, but don't specifically count.

Good day today; dance was a giggle. Then home to chill for the afternoon with OH before he went to work at 6. Real boost this morning; a lady who's been coming to class for about 12 weeks commented on my weight loss, and said how well I'm looking. Had some sugar snaps and rice cakes with...

No need to have worried about last weeks maintain: just weighed, with a 7lb loss this morning. Slight mix up with the booking meant we didn't actually have a table last night. So we went to a different restaurant and had the most incredible meal. Small sharing plates, which were absolutely...

Friday morning - my rest day! Lovely to be woken up by the sun this morning. No breakfast, as didn't feel hungry. But I'll have some fruit and yogurt in a bit. Got my workouts in last night for the challenge, and will finish off tomorrow/Sunday, as OH is working. Rugby cancelled tomorrow...

Didn't want to read and run - and certainly couldn't put it better than tipperary. Where you are now is a testament to you - to your willpower and determination.

ooo four hour lectures are long! Yes, definitely make sure you have somewhere comfortable to sit. I work from home, and quite often end up in back to back meetings. I had underestimated how much different a proper chair would make (and paid for it with sciatica and hip pain!) You sound like...

Two really good classes again last night. Then home and a couple of Ryvita and rice cakes with cream cheese, smoked salmon, tomatoes, spring onions and some kholrabi for a snacky dinner. Up at 6ish this morning to go for a swim, only to be met by the concierge putting up a sign... pool closed...

Wednesday - this week seems to be flying by. Pilates and Zumba tonight, so decided not to swim. There have been murmurings from OH and my mother about not doing too much all at once. So to avoid an argument, not pushing too hard. What they're not seeing is the plateau on the scales, but I have...

Just back from rugby and meeting. Hungry, so whipping up some buckwheat pasta, with broccoli, green beans and tuna in a tomato and chili sauce. Won't eat much, but I need to have something. Trains were a nightmare, so one of the guys kindly dropped me nearer to town to get the bus. Except that...

40 minute swim this morning before work. Then porridge with fruit and nuts for breakfast. Got my first full session of Welsh course today. Wish I wasn't feel quite so tired! Rugby tonight, and we have a tour meeting afterwards, so likely to be quite late back. Will have to have a reasonable...

Good dance lesson. Fun (and fast) jive routine to A Town Called Malice. Stopped in the pub, but just had lime and soda. Home now, couple of Ryvita with cream cheese and Marmite. Some sugar snaps. And a glass of red. OH has chocolate, but I don't think I even want any. Early night, as hoping to...

Bit of a snacky day again, but relatively healthy. Lunch, I air fried some salmon and gnocchi, and pan fried some garlic vegetables. Probably won't have much by the time I get home from dance. Super excited though, because we've booked to go to Six by Nico on Friday!

Brilliantly run event yesterday, and had a giggle dressing up as well. We fast walked, and ran a bit. Too many drinks afterwards (yes, yes... bit of a theme!) And a vegan burger from Burger King (not as bad as I thought it might be, and I needed to eat something before heading to the pub! No...

Lovely day yesterday, and thankfully head isn't too bad this morning! Heading into town for 12ish to meet my mate ahead of the Superhero Dash. Shame the weather isn't brilliant, but never mind. Didn't eat yesterday evening, and there was definitely too much alcohol involved. For some reason, I...

Hey Sarmack - welcome to the forum, and good luck on your journey. Are you following any particular diet plan?

Maintain for me this week, which I thought would probably happen. I've upped exercise, but in the mission to reduce UPFs have also reverted to full fat dairy products. And I know that I've been snacking more. It's not a set back, or anything to worry about; in fact, pleased it's not a gain with...

Work was pretty stressful today, but worth it. Never again will I agree a go-live date for a new project when I'm the only manager in! BUT the team were amazing. Watched the rugby when I finished, then went for a walk to get my steps in. I was going to work out, but realised I actually really...

Air fried a salmon fillet and had some stir fried veggies for lunch yesterday. Quite like having a bigger lunch if I know I'm out in the evening. Really fun dance class, but traffic was a nightmare. It was late by the time I got back into town. Watched the end of the rugby, and me and OH had a...

Welcome to the forum Yoyobunny, and good luck! I looked at IF and spoke to my GP about it, because I know lots of people have success. Unfortunately, doesn't work with my lifestyle (I swim most days at 6am, but also out late after work with various classes/activities!) I just couldn't stick to...

Lovely 40 minute swim this morning. Then breakfast of scrambled eggs, with the leftover avocado and salsa mix from last night. SO FULL! Will have some fruit and yoghurt later this morning. Lunch will be stir fried veggies and salmon. Then probably just a snacky dinner, if I eat anything. Dance...

Brilliant pilates class - surprised myself, as it's a while since I've done one. But instructor thinks if I carry on going, I'll get my standing split back within a few months. woohoo. So good to find a decent instructor, AND included in my bargain gym membership! Quick nip around the shop, now...

Good gym sesh in the end - bit of free weights, and a fast 5km walk/jog on the treadmill. Pilates booked for this evening, so hoping the weather cheers up a bit! Swim this morning, and it is definitely porridge weather again! Added chia seeds and topped with banana, nectarine and a drizzle...

Yup, training cancelled :-( Will try and get my challenge workouts in, but back to the usual challenge of OH and I being in the same space. Gym it is, I guess. I could do with getting some fresh air anyway. Had one of those annoying "wanting to snack" days again, so food hasn't been brilliant...

Great dance class last night; love week 4, as some of us dress up. And I usually manage two classes in the last week, so have booked Thursday as well. Found the other dress, so convinced another of the ladies to dress up as well. We have a good giggle AND burn calories! Swim this morning, then...

Yesterday was brilliant, despite horrendous rain. 7 games played, so plenty of steps. Didn't eat, apart from scrambled eggs for breakfast. Wasn't smart to go back to beer, either... but it was the rugby crowd! The sensible one's went for food, but a few of us just went straight to the pub...

I have come home with wine this evening! But I also know I'm balancing everything else pretty well. I'm trying to retrain years of "diet head" and looking at the bigger picture. It's not easy, and totally get that different approaches work for different people. I did wander down the crisp...

Hi Mich. Few of us knocking around! I'm back after a long hiatus, but find it good for accountability. Weighed this morning, with 3lbs off. Went for a lovely walk yesterday, which helped clear my head. Few drinks in town after watching the rugby. Slow start for today, as we had a rare morning...

Had Chinese from a favourite local takeaway last night. Smaller portion, and went for boiled rice instead of fried. Asked for the sauce separate. So "damage" minimised. Needed more sleep this morning, so no swim. But I'll fit a workout in when I finish work. OH finishes at 7ish, so I'll...

Brilliant Zumba class last night. Finished work, did an abs "ladder" workout (killer), then went for a stroll and sat in the evening sun with my book before class. Then home, and did a dance HIIT to finish of a good day. Up for a swim early this morning. Working from the office, and was really...

Rugby was cancelled due to low numbers, so went out for a wander instead. Popped to the shops to pick up a few bits and bobs. Then home, did a couple of short HIIT workouts, whilst my curry cooked in the Instant Pot. Definitely not the best I've made, but very tasty, and plenty for lunch tomorrow.

The leg pain is real! But I swam yesterday morning, then went to dance in the evening. Really good class, and I can't believe we're in week three of the routine. Really enjoying this choreography. Went for a walk before work this morning, and have rugby this evening. Busy busy. Food is still...

Recently discovered EmKFit on YouTube. I absolutely LOVE her workouts. HIIT style, with a lot of dance based routines. Damn, do you SWEAT though. I've signed up to do her Abs and Bootycamp Challenge, which I'm combining with everything else. In typical T_T fashion, I was a little bit late to...

1lb off, and another inch off my waist. Taken with a pinch of salt, because I did have a few vodkas last night! But if it continues on the trajectory, I'm happy.

Going to be a bit of a mad weekend, with rugby training tomorrow morning, watching a match in the afternoon, and then watching the England game. I plan to watch that at home, but as the pub is right across the road, that may not happen! Went for a few drinks last night as well, but planning to...

Well done on the loss, Elanor :-) I'm weighing on a Saturday morning at the moment. Only because that's the first day I started using the NHS app! I was counting calories initially, alongside SlimPod. But now I'm making more conscious choices. I find my appetite has reduced as well. Although...

It's so much fun! Really lovely group of people, and a much more "fun" way to get those extra steps in. Loved being back at Zumba last night. Seems like a really nice group, and instructor was fun. Having a bit of a "hungry" day today. Probably a combination of it being slightly cooler, and 3...

The mindset thing is SO interesting. My cynical part of me thinks that Slimpod is probably working for me because I've decided to make the changes. But then, I was offered birthday cake last night. I had a bit, and found it really was just too sweet for me. Before, I'd have probably eaten it anyway.

Hah yes - good to mix things up a bit! Walking rugby is so much fun, and absolutely love the team. We got to play in the Principality Stadium earlier this year, and we're at the Arms Park (Cardiff's home ground) in a couple of weeks. Hoping that all of that combined means I can slightly wing the...

Space back to myself... and OH back to working all the close shifts in the pub for the rest of the week. So I will be in splendid isolation! Although I have rugby tonight, and I think I might check out a new Zumba class tomorrow.

Welcome, Spark. Good luck! I've recently come back to the forum, as much for accountability as anything :-) Quieter than it was, but still a wonderful resource.

Well, it's been a busy week, with my partner's youngest staying with us. It's only a 1 bed flat, so even though we all get on well, it's quite a lot of pressure. Sad yet glad to see him get on the train today (especially as I mainly work from home!) We've had a lovely week. Food not all where...

Butetown Carnival in Cardiff - it's literally on my doorstep, and given the size of the sound systems, it seemed sensible to get out and enjoy!

Hi both - yes, it is weird how we come back to things! I will probably start a new diary, not in the SW area when I have a bit more time. It was wonderful to enjoy Carnival this weekend, and not stress about what I was eating, but know I was only eating until I was full, and making the more...

6 years... it's been a while! I'm not even sure what's got me back here, but decided I might as well log in. There have been a lot of changes in my life; moved cities; new relationships... Some stressful times, but also some good ones. And right now, I feel in the right mindset to actually do...

You haven't missed much in my diary! I've been lurking, but not posting much.

Hi Jenny, Just popping by to sub to your new diary. Will have a proper read later! x

It went in about 11pm on Monday! Pleased it's gone, although it does feel a little strange. There has perhaps been a little too much celebrating....

So excited for you, Poppet! It does seem quieter - not that I've been around much myself x

Oh so very nearly done! I've finished writing it: now I need to say goodbye to some of my precious words and do a final proof read. Tuesday is deadline day, but I should be able to submit tomorrow

After two weeks of not weighing, I got on the scales at group this morning, and I've maintained. I'm happy with that, considering being ill and the stress of finishing my dissertation. I'm not worrying about plan between now and hand in on Tuesday. I need whatever it takes to keep me going at...

Ended up enjoying two days off! Sunday and Monday, but I am back at uni now. Sunday I was feeling much better, and ended up going out drinking with friends. And then yesterday was just chilled and recovering.

ooo I keep seeing this and meaning to check syn value on it. It looks good for the days when I don't have time to make my own!

Thank both. Feeling so much better today. I got some work done yesterday, and back at uni again today. Going to do a few hours work, then see how I am. Planning to take tomorrow off. We were going to meet some friends for lunch, but will have to see how I am. Have eaten a banana and some Quorn...

Thanks Caz! On the mend now. Made it into uni today. Seem to be doing well on crackers and plain boiled potatoes at the moment.

The sickness bug I have has turned me totally off food, but I can't recommend it as a fun or healthy way to avoid eating!

Thanks Mini. Feeling rather got at by the world now. Have come down with a sickness bug. Been much better today, but very tired and tummy still isn't happy. Don't think I'll be making WI tonight somehow

Heya, not bad. I have a really horrid cold and cough, which is just sitting on my chest at the moment, annoyingly! Having to push through with uni work though, because hand in is looming. It does mean that food has somewhat gone out of the window. I'm trying to be reasonably sensible, but I know...

Well done Mrs. S! 1.5 off for me, which I am more than happy with. So busy with uni at the moment, that food is pretty much the last thing on my mind.

Yay 1.5lbs off. Not entirely sure how, but I will take that quite happily

Yea.... it's not great. I don't think it will really have saved me much time at all! Back to not being lazy with transcription for the moment. And I have put a little funny aside into my data section about technology and data drama...

Thanks Poppet - we are lucky to have them on campus: they weren't there when I was an undergrad. Interview went really well. Although the talk to text app I used has given some slightly dodgy transcription. Annoyingly, it doesn't seem to record audio as well, so I have to correct it from...

Got home and went to cook dinner, and realised I had almost a whole box of eggs about to go out of date. SO I've hard boiled some for tomorrow, and made up two lots of baked oats for breakfasts. One is bakewell (2.5 syns for the cherries), the other I just added ginger and cinnamon to, and will...

Today they were actually better. Got a pack of sugar snaps and the most incredible cherry tomatoes! That along with my giant couscous and smoked salmon will see me through today.

Thank you! It's a bit scary using unstructured interviews, but it is what's going to work best for me. Smoothie was a plum, a pear, handful of raspberries and blackberries. So I'm sure it's fine! All speed food anyway, and mostly berries and water. I eat a crazy amount of fruit, and still have...

Been a bit all over the place food wise, but I am determined to get back on it. Did a really good 15 mile training walk on Sunday (despite the horrid weather we had here!) Properly getting on with my dissertation now; have some interviews lined up this week, which has made me feel a lot more...

Glad the scan went well, Poppet. At least you have an excuse for gaining! I, however, have just been a glutton x

Wedding was amazing! I will pop some pictures up when I get around to getting them off my phone. It was a really lovely day. Meeting my dissertation supervisor at 9am tomorrow... probably not the best idea to have opened a magnum of prosecco when I got home at 9... but hey ho!

Don't be sad, Laura! A loss is still a loss, and they all add up. Off to my sister's wedding! Helping decorate today, then the wedding tomorrow. I don't think next week will bring a surprise loss!!

Well, I somehow lost 2lbs. No idea how. And I have probably regained it with the crap I've eaten today hah. Proper student mode; holed up in the IT room with biscuits/crisps etc. Although I've also eaten loads of fruit. And it's been productive. I've secured three interviews today, which is VERY...

yay amazing! Well done @Squeako I weighed this morning, as I have an early start tomorrow. Amazed and surprised by a 2lb loss.

Sorry - a bit all over the place at the moment. Sisters wedding on Saturday. Busy planning training walks. And trying to balance dissertation writing too. Starting to feel the pressure a lot now! I haven't been at all organised food-wise, so not totally on plan. To be honest, at the moment I'm...

It was a LOT of work! It was great though and the venue looks amazing. We're doing another training walk tomorrow. Then more uni on Sunday I think!

I'm STILL waiting for an email back from them. I was working an event on Wednesday, and the mayor was actually there. It took a lot of self-control not to go up and ask him outright. He probably doesn't even know about the request... all dealt with by PA's and press offices, I imagine. Glad to...

Morning all. Off to uni this morning for a couple of hours, then got a shift 2-8, but just helping set up and decorate for a wedding. B - peanut hottie porridge (HEXB + 2 syns) with fresh fruit L - tuna, veg pasta with EL mayo (1 syn) D - TBC

Thanks Ruth! 2lbs on - not overly happy, but not too upset either. I've been so busy, and there are more important things at the moment.

Sorry, super busy at the moment and not much time to catch up. Food has been up and down... we will just see what the scales say tonight!

Wow well done you! I Know what you mean about there being no pattern x

Lovely to hear you sounding so positive and feeling better, Poppet. Once I got over the 2 hour delay of the fire alarm at the flat going off constantly, followed by random and inexplicable traffic at 11, I finally got into uni and seem to be working really well today. I've got rid of a lot of my...

You go on holiday on my hand in date.... that doesn't fill me with confidence! I am hoping to start doing my interviews in the next week or so. Seriously annoyed that the mayors office have cancelled my interview. I've emailed them back, so hoping that I can convince them to go ahead with it!

Thanks both! Training walk was good - pretty much 20k, although most of it was on roads, so not great terrain training. Wellies were fine, but I will be getting fitted for boots ASAP. Food hasn't been great - yesterday was rugby, so roast dinner and too many ciders. Then this evening out for a...

Wellies purchased - not ideal for long, long walks, but they will do to keep me tootsies dry tomorrow! Had 40g of cheese for my HEXA. Mushy pea curry is on the go - I am slightly dubious, but I've heard only good things. I'm being lazy, and having it with microwave rice. I figure I don't want...

I'm a big fan of roasted veg, so I tend to eat a lot of that on SP. Roast swede is another good "chip" alternative.

I haven't tried them myself, but I've heard good things about Skinny Bakery: https://skinnybakery.co.uk/ They vary, but have syn values on their products as well.

Yay Friday! B - peanut hottie (2) pumpkin porridge (HEXB) with plums and pear. L - pasta (1 syn for EL mayo) D - Curry- tempted to try mushy pea curry?! Will update later. Will add in my syns and HEXA later.

Yay 1.5lbs off - would probably have been more if I hadn't had a cheese and onion pasty.... and bread this morning. Oh well! I was so hungry I felt sick, and just needed to eat something. SU shop is not terribly forgiving!

1.5lbs off for me tonight

It was a good shift actually. Lots of reset work, ready for the breakfast meeting we had in this morning. I finished early today; must learn to work slower, because I've lost out on a couple of hours pay! Never mind, at uni now to get some work done instead.

Hi Daisy, re the soups - yea, they've changed the range. But I think there are two new ones out now: one is mushroom, and I think the other is tomato, white bean and chorizo (something like that!) I've checked the yogurts on the app for you: the vanilla is 0.5 syns and the orange is 1 syn for...

Today's snacks: quavers (5.5) and fruit. Also got some Quorn chicken fillets to have with my salad.

Very quiet on here at the moment! Hope everyone's OK. Working a late today 5-10. Always difficult to know what and when to eat! I'm going to uni first to get some work done I think. B - (Hexb) Porridge with pumpkin, pear and Peanut Hottue (2) L - salad and roast veg. I'll pick up some hard...

Keep getting cramp in my calves, which is a sure sign of needing more salt, so I'm having a pack of Quavers (5.5) Total syns: around 12.5

Morning all! I need to start mixing up breakfasts, but I can't think about that right now! B - porridge (HEXB) with peanut hottie (2) and pumkin. L - couscous salad with salmon (0.5 for oil) D - hash brown pizza (HEXA) Not totally set on toppings, but I think it will be Quorn Pepperoni (4.5)...

Didn't manage to get any other syns in, but I was well over yesterday, so I'm not going to have anything just to get today's up. LOVE my new hair. Just hope my sister's happy with the colour for the wedding. Meeting up with one of the ladies I'm doing Trailwalker with tomorrow morning, for a...

Getting extra body magic in today, lugging a tonne of vegetables and fruit around uni! Went a bit mad at the fruit and veg stall - all for £6.80 though!

Slow start today - very tired after yesterday! And this stupid cough is still lingering. Going to head up to uni in a bit, then seeing my hairdresser this evening. B - porridge (HEXB) with fresh fruit and Peanut Hottie (2) L - SW Mac and Cheese (HEXA) D - salmon with giant couscous and...

Yup, out of the house for 12 hours today! Oh the joy of competition days. It was good fun. Sad I didn't place (I was literally 2.5 penalty points out of placing!) but pleased with how I rode, and how the team did. x

Today will be largely off plan, as on a different yard for a show! OH is cooking up a SW friendly Mac and Cheese for tonight though.

Really productive day at uni. Just had dinner; going to pack my bag for tomorrow then get an early night! I think even if I'm just snuggled up in bed with a book, it's a good start. Going to have a Peanut Hottie (4) Total syns for the day: 14

Yea - not many events at this time of year... although it is starting to pick a bit. We have a few conferences booked in, so I have managed to pick up some more shifts. And I have a couple of festivals lined up for work over the summer. Just seem to be spending a lot more than I'm earning at the...

Slow start today, but it made sense to get my sleep in this morning, as tomorrow will be a very early start! B - porridge (HEXB) with pear and Peanut Hottie (2) L - leftover bean and sausage pie (HEXA + 7) My maths was up to nothing yesterday, clearly! D - roast trout and veggies I think...

Ok, so dinner is going to be BBQ bean and sausage pie with double cheesy mash. It will make three portions, so going to use cheddar for my HEXA. And add a tub of Philadelphia Light, which will work out at 5 syns per portion. 1 syn of olive oil. And I think I'll have a Peanut Hottie before bed...

Thanks Poppet! I know I can do it... just need to actually apply myself. I know that Sunday is going to be a bit flexible, because we have a show and a REALLY early start. But that's just one day. I am feeling positive about this week. It helps that there's no international rugby, so less...

Only had 5g of peanut hottie left, so calling that half a syn instead

It came up on the calculator as free. I've double checked to make sure! I'm assuming that the salmon counts towards free food allowance. x

Morning all: right, it's the start of a new slimming week. Going to do some meal planning tonight. But today is sorted. B - porridge (HEXB) with fresh fruit and peanut hottie (2 syns) L - pasta with 2 tablespoons of EL mayo (1 syn) D - sausage and bean pie, topped with cheesy (HEXA) mash...

I know the money feels. This month is a real struggle, especially as there weren't many shifts at work last month. And I'm wary of taking too many on, because I really need to push on with my dissertation.

No problem :-) Just to check, the 333 kcals is for the whole 400g pack, not for a single serving? If it is for the whole thing, it's coming up as free on the calculator, with salmon as a free food. If not, then it's 23.5 syns! So make sure you check whether the values are per pack or per 100g...

1.5 on tonight. Personally, I think I got away lightly (no pun intended!)

Hi Dibs, I think the fish pie is 8 and the chicken is 9. There are a few different options on there. If you pop the nutritional info up, I can run it through the calculator for you. x

I know what you mean, Ruth. I'm struggling with being so busy at the moment. I quite often don't get home until 8ish. By the time I've cooked dinner, the last thing I want to do is more prep for the following day. Need to start cooking larger meals again, so there are leftovers.

Right, I am fully expecting a gain tonight. But then I am drawing a line. I've spoken to my OH and said I really need him to be more supportive and help a bit with meal planning. I need to stop using being busy as an excuse and just plan better! I've done it before; I can do it again.

Thanks Poppet - me too! I am no good at being ill, it just drives me mad. Hopefully plenty of fresh air at the competition tomorrow will sort me out. Then Thursday, I really need to knuckle down to my work. I'm finding it hard to concentrate whilst all bunged up, but I've done some more reading...

Glad to hear you're feeling more human! I am a walking snot monster... and my ears are playing havoc with my balance. But I have had enough of being ill now. One day on the sofa drove me to distraction, so I've come up to uni now. Can't guarantee I'm actually doing anything constructive, but...

Congratulations, Poppet! Your reason for being AWOL is definitely better and more justified than mine. Hope you feel better soon xx

Me too, Poppet! Full of cold and trying to push on with work and uni work. So food has kind of fallen by the wayside. That said, I've been walking a minimum of 5k per day, so that's a positive!

Thanks Ruth! Feel like absolute crap. Hoping this is the worst of it! Food hasn't been great in the slightest. But that's OK with me at the moment

Thanks Poppet - it wasn't too late in the end. We both felt pretty awful yesterday, so had a day chilling on the sofa with some homemade soup. Syns went on bread. I was probably well over, but I don't mind too much! Today started with an 8km walk with some friends from group. Now just having...

2lbs off! Happy with that. And more than I really deserve. Also got chatting to a girl who wants to get a team together to do Trailwalker. I've wanted to do it for years, so looks like we're going to sign up. That should keep me motivated!

Thanks, Squeako! Wow, that's a fab loss. 2lbs off for me this morning. And I have agreed to form part of a team for Trailwalker. Definitely something to motivate me and keep me going.

Thanks, Poppet. Not a huge amount better, but one day of moping is enough. I feel human enough to move today, so that's an improvement! Dosed up on drugs, ginger and lemon water on the go. I may end up mainlining coffee to stay awake for the AGM this evening! Despite an early night, woke up a...

Have decided to weigh tomorrow morning instead, on my way into uni. Ears are really stuffed up, which is making me so dizzy! I think I'm better keeping warm and trying to knock this on the head.

Hm, we'll see just how hit this evening, I suppose! At least I didn't drink any wine last night... there has been a lot of wine this week! I woke up early this morning, after a rather poor nights sleep. Decided to get another hour (expecting to be up at 8ish), but fell asleep until 11. Must...

Thank you! I was pretty bloody pleased. Just home from a really good riding lesson. Our next competition is a week tomorrow; already excited!

I know the feeling! I sometimes feel like I only interact with the people who serve me at Starbucks! At least I get out to get on the bus, I suppose... I struggle to work at home, just don't have the discipline.

Glad everyone's doing so well! I rather feel like I've lost my motivation at the moment. I have to go to a meeting on Thursday this week, so will be facing the scales tomorrow instead. Good luck for this week x

Congratulations Jenny! (on all fronts) I think I'm going to stop thinking "weight" and start thinking "happy with my body" - it seems a much more positive way of getting on. x

There seem to be rather a lot of bugs about! Hope you have a fabulous time away x

That sounds like a sensible way to get back into it! Less pressure on you, but still making good choices

Thanks Poppet - sorry, not been online much in the last week, so will be trying to catch up with everyone today! Food has been a bit hit and miss (mostly hit, but there has been rather a lot of alcohol!) And got taken out for dinner last night, by someone who wants me to help run an event for...

Yesterday wasn't the best day on plan.... line drawn! B - baked oats (HEXB) L - salad bar at uni (I'm going to call it 6 syns, just to account for oil and stuff) D - Quorn roast (0.5 for oil) Riding lesson tonight, which I am really looking forward to! Must try and get some work done today...

oh yay! That's exciting. I am struggling massively today. It's stupidly hot in this room, but uni's busy and I don't want to risk losing out on actually having a computer, just to try and find somewhere a bit cooler! I've drafted my interview schedules today. I just need to put a few more bits...

I know the feeling! Some things are more important than what the scales say. I had considered taking some time off SW, but the accountability is good for me. Hope things calm down a bit for you xx

They're delicious! Even my OH approved (naughty, stealing my bars!) I need to actually put my mind to it and stick to it!! SHow stuff has come up ok.. not perfect, but I think it won't be too noticeable once on and with my jacket on too. Weekend wasn't on plan. But it was lots of fun!

Hi Annie, welcome to the forum! Good luck

So tonight is now unavoidable pizza. I will just have to be good the rest of the week! Also had a HiFi vsalted caramel (3) and 2 Quorn cocktail sausages (2). The salted caramel bars are AMAZING - will have to avoid buying those, as could easily eat a box in one go.

Morning all - woke up this morning very, very stiff! I took some painkillers and got a bit more sleep. No point in forcing myself straight up to uni when I'm too tired to work. So I've put a my white show stuff in the washing machine (please come out, stains!!) I'll have breakfast and get ready...

Thanks Ruth! 5lbs on.... all in all, that isn't bad. And I know I can get it off again, so really not worried. The two weeks have been totally worth it! Hope everything's ok, lovely! x

Thankfully not hungover! I am sore though, and I know it's likely to feel worse tomorrow. I'm not doing any uni work today - I'm super tired and just need a chilled out day. Back to it tomorrow.

I wish I could work at home; I just lack the discipline! Tuesday's lesson was amazing - jumped one of my fav little mental mares. And the competition yesterday was SO much fun. It's BUCS style scoring, which is really complicated: but I was top on my horse for dressage. And placed fourth...

I have been very successful at procrastinating today... Granted, I've done a fair bit of reading. I've done another mini-chapter for my literature review. And I've stayed away from chocolate. I also haven't spoken to a human being in about 7 hours! Thank goodness my lift is soon-ish and I get...

Another one agreeing with writing things down! Not a good thing, but I also always say to take measurements regularly. That way, even if the scales don't seem to be budging, you can see your progress in another way. Good luck!

That's a fab loss, well done Caz!

Morning all. Planning on heading off to uni in a bit. My lift to the stables for my lesson tonight doesn't leave until 7, so I'm in no real rush to get up there just now. B - porridge (HEXB) with apple and Peanut Hottie (2 syns) L - Bean casserole type thing from last night (yummy and super...

Yes, rather pleased with that! And even though I had the syns, I didn't reach for the gin (a real positive!) I've got a late one tomorrow, it's usually 10.30ish by the time I get home from the yard. And I'm not sure what will happen food wise on Wednesday. I think it will be eat what I can, when...

Yay well done! It must be a great feeling. Nope, not that I've been told about anyway. A lot of my work will be stating that thing are outside the limitations of this study...

I decided I couldn't be bothered to make cauliflower cheese bread today. So I'm just having a piece of cheese in my fingers! Along with spaghetti hoops and a packet of quavers (4.5) for starters. Dinner will be going in the pressure cooker, and includes tonnes of veg and Quorn meatballs. It...

Cherries were delicious - I don't tend to buy them this time of year, as they're so expensive. But the £1 bowls at uni are a good deal. I got myself pears and nectarines as well. Good munching whilst reading! Hope you feel better soon! I do find dairy can do that to me (not that it stops me...

I was worried that I was getting too far into semantics, but my tutor pointed out that that's actually fairly key to what I'm writing about. The fact that these terms are so contested means that policy isn't always clear, which makes things much harder for practitioners, and to actually analyse...

I love black garlic. And smoked garlic. Just garlic in general, really.... It goes almost souffle like with the egg in. And I find it much more filling. My nan used to make a semolina pudding with it in, and a lot of American oatmeal recipes say to add an egg. Have to make sure it's mixed in...

I always make my porridge with water! If you whisk an egg into the water, it goes creamy and saves your HEXA for later in the day.

I love a casserole, and beans bulk it up nicely! It's a bit overclouded here today: we had the crisp, sunny weather over the weekend. I think the "bread" will be along these lines: http://www.jocooks.com/healthy-eating/cheesy-cauliflower-breadsticks/ Hadn't really given it too much thought...

Morning Poppet - haggis and Red Snappers were both delicious! Planning all done for dinners. I don't tend to plan lunches anyway, as it's leftovers most days. Wednesday will be out of my hands a bit, as we've got our first friendly show. It's going to be a LONG day I think, with lots of standing...

Hey Poppet - stomach bugs are no fun! Hope you feel better soon. We did some more sorting today too: I got annoyed, because apparently we'd done enough... we absolutely hadn't. But never mind. Chilled late afternoon with a few Red Snapper's on the go (what better way to improve a Bloody Mary...

Well, meals are all planned. We have veggie Haggis for tonight (not on plan, but I wanted to try in Edinburgh and ran out of time, so bought some back with me!) We've been drinking red snappers this afternoon (that's a Bloody Mary, but with gin!), so also not terribly on plan (hah) but really...

Ok, so I've been arsing around with plan! I need to get my head back in the right place. I haven't been totally off plan, but I certainly haven't been good. It's also now two weeks since I've weighed! I was at home the first week, and something came up last week, which meant I couldn't get to...

It's not too bad, actually.About as dire as most places, it seems hah. Just got back from a week at my parents last night. Hen do was amazing - absolutely loved the Charleston class, and I think I might try and find lessons here. Food hasn't been on plan, but not all bad. Will see tomorrow, I...

Hi Poppet - all good, thanks! (apart from food..oops) Edinburgh was amazing. I think I have fallen in love with the city; even been looking at jobs. Food hasn't been fantastic. I'm off to my parents tomorrow, so won't be on plan then either.

We have both episodes of Silent Witness to watch this evening as well, very exciting!

You too! It's great when it happens - especially as I was slowly being drawn into writing far too much about semantics to try and justify my opinions! I've never used EndNote, but Ref Works does it all for me - especially if I'm using articles via the library search, can just direct import. I'm...

I'm trying to be really strict and put everything into RefWorks as I go along, so I don't have a mad rush at the end of mine. I think today was actually pretty productive. I am feeling confident with what I'm doing and managed to find a paper that's due to be published in the next month, which...

Not going to lie... I'm off to Edinburgh on Saturday, and I can guarantee I will be eating lots of tablet in the 24 hours that I'm there! Excited to hear about your wedding plans, too Ruth! My sister's is coming up so soon now; I can't believe the hen do is a week on Saturday! Kinda nervous...

Really didn't have the energy to cope with the new members talk tonight, so weighed our existing members then came home. I came away with a maintain - which was a very pleasant surprise! The scales did originally say a pound lighter, but I wasn't going to risk a cheeky second weigh!

Also going to throw in a recommendation for the Sainsbury's veggie burgers. The cheddar quarter pounder burgers are one syn each and really delicious! And their Cumberland sausages are wonderful (also 1 syn each) I tend to make a lot of curries with beans and pulses as well. The Quorn low fat...

If it's the 380g one, it's 8.5 syns according to the app.

Thank you! Sadly, I haven't updated mine in a while. 2016 was a rocky year, which saw me regain a fair amount! That said, I've been losing again recently/ or maintaining - both of which I am happy with! I've always said that life is more important: so whilst I want to lose weight, SW is a...

Hi Patoc, welcome to the forum! Those are brilliant stats, and you should be really proud. My best advice? Draw a line under Christmas/missed WI's. You know you can do it, it's just a case of getting back on plan, which it sounds like you're managing.

ooo where did you manage to buy this, Jay? I've been looking, but haven't been able to buy any. Thanks

I'm a bit fluffy headed at the moment, too. And my ears keep popping, which I absolutely cannot stand! For me, it's warmer in uni though - so that's where I shall go! Hope you feel better soon. Keep wrapped up - plenty of fluids x

I know! I was really surprised - and annoyed that I've wasted so much time trying to shape mashed potato into gnocchi and pretending it's like the real stuff... Just been to the gym! I know - I was shocked as well. I think it was more an avoidance tactic than anything else; although I do feel...

Forgot to get pics (plus it wasn't very photogenic...) but this was tonight's dinner: http://twochubbycubs.com/2015/02/10/saucy-cheeseburger-gnocchi-bake/ Thoroughly recommend! Although I used veggie mince.

Will do! Just got home - OH is on veg prep duty. I'm rather excited about - ages since I've had gnocchi! There was no low fat mozzarella left in Sainsbury's, so had to get normal. Just means that we'll make three portions out of the recipe, instead of 4. I'm going to call it 2 syns per portion...

Fingers crossed for a better night! I've only just got on the bus to uni... Builders in upstairs and they keep setting the fire alarm off again. They asked those of us that could to stay in, so we could try and work out where it was faulting... Annoying and loud! 2CC blog is so much fun! You'll...

Ok - new day. Let's do this. I've ended up sleeping in longer than intended - mostly because I was up half of the night coughing. Not much fun; but determined that it isn't going to stop me going up to uni this afternoon. B - porridge (HEXB) with fresh fruit and 10g of peanut hottie (2 syns) L...

Silent Witness was AMAZING, wasn't it Poppet? Made me really sad and angry, but I thought it was fantastic. I know what you mean about getting back into the habit. I've just been lazy, which is no real excuse!

yay well done! I need to give myself a kick - tomorrow is a new day. I am not going to be hungover and I should be fine to get back on plan tomorrow.

Yup - cold is the best way for leftover pizza! Well, it isn't quite going to plan....Ended up going for drinks last night. And I had to have bread to stop me from dying this morning.

Pizza is the best coping strategy - even if you can't manage to eat it, it's nice and warm in the lap, like a cuddle!I finished it for breakfast this morning, in fact. Tomorrow I will be back on plan

Well, it was only one day... and not even a full one! And it was largely because it meant I got to catch up with a friend. I have a feeling that this Thursday will be much worse. We've just ordered pizza to cope with New Years Day....

At least you recognise that, Jack! I feel that this is a good step... I wish I could say no more booze for a while, but it's not happening at the moment!

2lbs on for me - but I did weigh in the morning, rather than the evening, because I'm out again tonight! For me, it's making sensible choices where I can. So meals have largely been on plan. January is looking like a really busy month for me, so it's about keeping some control.

Weighed in 2lbs on this morning. Not worried about that at all - in fact, quite surprised that it wasn't more! I've come up to uni to do some work. Forgot that all of the shops would be closed on campus though...

Got the most gorgeous dress for NYE. And to make things even better, it was reduced from £60 to £10 - even better again, when I got to the till, it rang up for a fiver! It's a burgundy sequined dress, will post pics later.

Glad you're having a lovely time - festive spirit visited me too! Perky thing... We also have lots of food left, mostly cheese! Which I can safely say I will be indulging in. OH can sod off if he thinks it's all his!

Thanks Poppet - it's been quite chilled out (although the festive spirit and cider has been flowing!) The cocktail was amazing and I absolutely recommend it. We have some left, so that will feature tonight I think! I'm busy on Thursday evening, so will be weighing in the morning instead. I'm...

Hope everyone is having a lovely Christmas. I gained a pound last Thursday, which was no great surprise. I've also realised that January is looking like a bit of a write off at the moment! So busy; with our Christmas gift to ourselves being a weekend in Edinburgh; my sister's hen do and tying...

Proud of you! It sounds like it was the right decision. And if, in the New Year, you find that your health is more stabilized, and you want to go for more, you can do. I think it's too easy to get hung up on what those ridiculous BMI charts say sometimes. I think you look AMAZING where you are -...

Mad weekend again! So looking forward to a quiet week in the run up to Christmas. I'm feeling a little tired and delicate today (totally self-inflicted!) currently on the sofa watching crap TV, but if I do feel better, I'll head up to uni in a bit. Food and drink hasn't been amazing, but I was...

You look lovely in the pic, Ruth. Glad to hear that you're feeling better - It must have been really scary for you! Your health is more important that a number on the scales; don't let go of that!

STS tonight, and more than happy with that. As long as I can keep on an even keel over this period, I'm more than happy.

STS this week - which is all good with me!

Thanks Mini - it's lovely to have got back to my 3 stone loss. This has been a really, really hard year or so. WI tonight - not sure what the scales will show. And I don't really mind at the moment. I feel relatively in control, and doing what I can with plan. Working 8.45-4.45, not sure what...

Oh gosh Ruth - make sure you get plenty of rest. Not worth making yourself ill over. Must have been horrible, so I hope you're feeling a lot better today xx

D - veggie burgers and roast veg. (1.5 syns for burger and oil) Ending today on 6 syns, so happy with that!

Thanks Jenny! Feeling much better after a dose of cold and flu tablets, and a quiet morning. Now at uni getting some more work done - actually feeling pretty positive about things. Dissertation is momentarily parked, as I have a January hand-in for my Work Based Learning portfolio. I'm hoping to...

Sorry for the silence! Been a bit on again, off again; but then I expected that this week. It's been a little bit hectic, but a lot of fun! Main meals have probably been ok on the whole, just the bits in between that weren't too great. Today is going to be ok... B - gingerbread baked oats...

Thanks Jenny!

oooo I love the Christmas top! Glad you're feeling better

Thanks Ruth! I was pretty surprised. This week will me much of the same. On plan when I can, but not beating myself up

Welcome back! I've not been 100% recently - taking things as they come, which actually seems to be working reasonably well for me.

2.lbs off for me this week - happy with that, as it gets me back to my three stone loss.

Hope you feel better soon, lovely! Well done on resisting the rest of the toblerone. I sent OH out to get wine, because I needed some today!

Woohoo - 2lbs off this week. Pretty pleased with that.

Thanks Poppet! It was a lovely evening, lots of laughing and plenty of wine (oops) However, food wise, I was actually pretty good. Stuck mostly to Indian - no bread or pizza or anything. Some reasonably decent sushi. I did have a piece of chocolate tart for dessert - but I feel three plates at...

Well done, Jenny! That's a great result x