MIDWEEK MINUTES July 4, 2015
Midweek
Minutes
July 4,
2015
Hello,
Winners!
The 4th of
July is here! Hear the fireworks? See the corn growing? Rural Nebraska is
in summer mode! The temperatures are great for jumping in the local pool,
grilling outside, or just relaxing under a tree. What are you doing to get out
and enjoy the summer? Are you making the most of your summer? That is one of my
goals. It's such a short season (we teachers and students, of course, get to go
back to school during the ''dog days" of August).
How are you
doing on your weight-related Winning Outcomes? Did you have one for the 4th?
Whether or not you have exactly achieved what you intended on by this time of
the summer, just working hard by doing the program is so great! While we were
talking gratitude at our last meeting, we need to practice thinking this way.
For example: I could say that my summer is "half over" by the 4th of July, but I
say I still have HALF left! (Actually, there’s not quite half left because
school is starting earlier for us, but that’s okay). The point is, we are
learning to get our minds and attitudes right for a sustainable weight
management journey.
It’s been an
unusual summer, what with a wedding, and my usual summer “to-do” list is not
getting done, but that’s alright too. If you don't have all your summer "to do"
list accomplished, that's okay too if each day we are doing the best we can and
working on those priorities we set for ourselves. Make each day count! I told
the Superior group that last week I had really different food days and thought I
might have gained. I didn’t! I actually lost .6!!!
I am missing the Hastings folks, as there was no meeting today...but I hope you all got your coupon for free bars to redeem when I see you next Saturday!!!
I am missing the Hastings folks, as there was no meeting today...but I hope you all got your coupon for free bars to redeem when I see you next Saturday!!!
In the spirit of gratitude, we are grateful today
for our freedoms. Our forefathers wanted to make this country the best that it
could be. They wanted us to be able to look at the Declaration of
Independence and immediately think of the goals we should always be working
toward. Sure, life gets complicated, but I like the basic
message. It's up to us, and it's about our goals and dreams. Even though we
shouldn't get caught up in a long "to do" list, the
time is now to take charge of our own destiny. What better time than
Independence Day? So take a cue from our forefathers. Place your hand over your
heart and repeat after me...
I pledge allegiance to
myself
In quest of my weight loss goal;
And to the healthiness for which it stands,
One body...
Under control...
Indisputably...
With confidence in new clothes for fall.
In quest of my weight loss goal;
And to the healthiness for which it stands,
One body...
Under control...
Indisputably...
With confidence in new clothes for fall.
Thank you to all the
Superior members who brought goodies for our potluck! YUMMY! I went to
Wal-Mart and bought that casserole crockpot. What a GREAT idea to keep the
kitchen cool! Thanks for the idea, Janice! I’m trying it today with a recipe
from member Jon! I’ll post a couple of recipes from the potluck that I
photographed down below. Feel free to post recipes and whatever successes or
questions you have on our member Facebook page called ZIG’S
WINNERS!
Have a safe and
Happy 4th, everyone! See you in the meeting!--Zig
Member Milestones from Superior
Total Loss: –17.2
lbs.
Get Happy: Gratitude Adjustment
Give a nod to the pleasures (yes,
pleasures!) of losing weight.
If you like flowers (and who doesn't, right?), you might know the
satisfaction of growing them yourself, in your own garden.
Sure, gardening takes effort, but it pays off beautifully. You savor the feel of the earth in your hands, the joy of the sun on your face, the delight of the first bud, and the satisfaction of knowing that those gorgeous blooms are the result of your hard work and commitment. You enjoy not just the flowers themselves, but also the process of growing them.
Sure, gardening takes effort, but it pays off beautifully. You savor the feel of the earth in your hands, the joy of the sun on your face, the delight of the first bud, and the satisfaction of knowing that those gorgeous blooms are the result of your hard work and commitment. You enjoy not just the flowers themselves, but also the process of growing them.
Likewise, in your meeting this week, you focused on the benefits of
appreciating the little (and not so little) things in life. It can boost your
happiness quotient — and it can actually help you live a healthier life. Why not
approach your weight loss similarly? Achieving your weight goal will feel great,
no doubt. But it's important to give a nod to the fun stuff along the way and
recognize what you actually enjoy about the process of shedding pounds.
If it's never occurred to you before, now's a good time to stop and smell the
proverbial roses. When you do so, you:
- Won't feel as discouraged when weight loss goes more slowly than you wish.
- Will be better able to stick with your Plan, since abandoning your quest means you give up more than weight loss.
So consider some of the things you actually like about losing
weight. For starters:
- Trying new recipes.
- Writing in your journal.
- Sharing inspiration and conversation at your meeting.
- Feeling your toned biceps.
- Rewarding your progress with nonfood treats.
- Buying new, smaller clothing.
REMIND
STAY IN THE LOOP and receive
important meeting announcements right on your phone!
Updated Version of WW
Mobile App for iOS Solves Many Issues
Here's some good news about the recent issues affecting our WW Mobile app for iOS: an updated version of the app has been released, resolving many of the issues that we have been seeing.
To be sure you and your members are running the latest update, please check your app's release number by going to "More" (bottom right), then "About." If this screen says "3.7.1.11," then you're using the latest version. If it doesn't, please download the update from the App Store.
Here are the issues that have been resolved with this release:
Here's some good news about the recent issues affecting our WW Mobile app for iOS: an updated version of the app has been released, resolving many of the issues that we have been seeing.
To be sure you and your members are running the latest update, please check your app's release number by going to "More" (bottom right), then "About." If this screen says "3.7.1.11," then you're using the latest version. If it doesn't, please download the update from the App Store.
Here are the issues that have been resolved with this release:
- Saving food items to track later (used while offline or in poor data areas) is now working properly
- Tracking multiple items at once is now working properly
- Adding items from favorites and then changing the serving size is now working properly
- The app is no longer shutting itself down occasionally during use
- We're still seeing some issues with the "Recently Added Items" feature
- We're still seeing some issues with the "Previously Created Meals" feature
We understand that this continues to be a frustration for our members and our team, and we thank you for your feedback and support as we work to resolve these remaining issues. Progress is being made!
July 5 – July 25 Mini Bars and
Oatmeal will be on sale for $4.95
Some Recipes
from the Monday Potluck
Jon’s Stuffed Mushroom Casserole
Janice’s Mexican
Casserole (Sorry it's upside down here)
Gloria/Rita brought
these!
Learn How to Manage Your Thoughts
It helps your efforts when you trade in
negative thoughts for positive ones.
Ever hear the phrase "What you see is what you get"? It's
also true that what you think is what you get. Your inner thoughts and emotions
have a big impact on your appearance, your actions, and your persona. Discover
ways to develop thoughts that will keep you motivated and make you feel and
perform better.
Managing your thoughts means...
Your Thoughts Matter
"With our thoughts we make the world." -Buddha.
Negative thoughts creep into most people's minds. But for some of us, they kind of take over—and we don't even realize it's happening. Negative thoughts come in the form of all-or-nothing thinking, ("I'm never eating chocolate again!"), absolute thinking ("I should" or "I ought"), and self-fulfilling prophecies ("I can't").
We believe what we tell ourselves. And what we tell ourselves shows up in what we do. That's why these kinds of negative thoughts are dangerous: if you expect to fail, you probably will; if you set unrealistic expectations, you probably won't meet them, you'll be disappointed...and then your mind will flood with more negative thoughts.
Managing the thoughts that guide our behaviors can be a big step toward changing those behaviors. To get started and encourage new positive thinking - try taking it a thought a time.
Managing Your Thoughts is a helpful habit because:
Steve, from Midland, TX, lost 41 pounds and says, "Weight loss is a long process. In order to keep doing it, I had to continue to look at the positive side: Ihave lost and I'm still losing."
If you realize you need to Manage Your Thoughts...
The Message Boards are, of course, a great place to get tips and encouragement. Other WeightWatchers.com users are also trying to manage their thoughts...and they're always happy to share what works for them.
*Wamsteker EW, Geenen R, Iesra J, Larsen JK, Zelissen PM, van Staveren WA. Obesity-related beliefs predict weight loss after an 8-week low-calorie diet. J AM Diet Assoc. 2005 Mar;105(3):441-4.5
Managing your thoughts means...
- Recognizing negative thoughts when they run through your mind, and understanding what that kind of thinking can do to your efforts.
- Replacing those negative thoughts with positive thoughts. Rather than telling yourself you should have lost more weight, or turned down that glass of wine, notice all the things that you've done that do help and accept that it takes time to change the habits of a lifetime.
- Reflecting on what you can do, instead of what you can't do.
Your Thoughts Matter
"With our thoughts we make the world." -Buddha.
Negative thoughts creep into most people's minds. But for some of us, they kind of take over—and we don't even realize it's happening. Negative thoughts come in the form of all-or-nothing thinking, ("I'm never eating chocolate again!"), absolute thinking ("I should" or "I ought"), and self-fulfilling prophecies ("I can't").
We believe what we tell ourselves. And what we tell ourselves shows up in what we do. That's why these kinds of negative thoughts are dangerous: if you expect to fail, you probably will; if you set unrealistic expectations, you probably won't meet them, you'll be disappointed...and then your mind will flood with more negative thoughts.
Managing the thoughts that guide our behaviors can be a big step toward changing those behaviors. To get started and encourage new positive thinking - try taking it a thought a time.
Managing Your Thoughts is a helpful habit because:
- Research shows that people who succeed on weight-loss plans believe they'll succeed.*
- When you're more aware of your negative thoughts, you'll challenge them the instant they appear and replace them with positive thoughts.
- When you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you'll be confident in your ability to lose weight...and that confidence will show up in your results.
- When you reflect regularly on your ability to succeed, you'll see a difference in your success.
Steve, from Midland, TX, lost 41 pounds and says, "Weight loss is a long process. In order to keep doing it, I had to continue to look at the positive side: Ihave lost and I'm still losing."
If you realize you need to Manage Your Thoughts...
The Message Boards are, of course, a great place to get tips and encouragement. Other WeightWatchers.com users are also trying to manage their thoughts...and they're always happy to share what works for them.
*Wamsteker EW, Geenen R, Iesra J, Larsen JK, Zelissen PM, van Staveren WA. Obesity-related beliefs predict weight loss after an 8-week low-calorie diet. J AM Diet Assoc. 2005 Mar;105(3):441-4.5
Get Happy!
June 7 – August 29 Keep attending our meetings so you don’t miss out on our Get
Happy! Summer Challenge.
Attend 10 out of 12 weeks
and you’ll earn the Get Happy! Charm. How will you keep your focus this
month?
This Week: What’s Your Pleasure?
We all came to Weight Watchers because we
want to lose weight, of course, but our weight doesn’t define us.
This week we are uncovering how taking
care of ourselves holistically – including doing things just because we enjoy
them – can in fact be key to lasting success.
What are non-food pleasures for you?
How do you fit in ‘me’ time?
What is it you do during that ‘me’ time
that leaves you rejuvenated?
Join us in the meeting room to find out
what other people enjoy doing and get some new ideas for yourself or come and
share and be another member’s inspiration!
Member
Recipes
Macaroni
Salad
1-3/4 cups multi-grain macaroni, uncooked
3 cups small broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup reduced fat mayonnaise with olive oil
1/4 cup reduced fat sour cream
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 hard boiled eggs, chopped
1. Cook macaroni in a large saucepan as directed on package, adding the broccoli and bell pepper to the boiling water for the last 2 minutes; drain.
3 cups small broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup reduced fat mayonnaise with olive oil
1/4 cup reduced fat sour cream
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 hard boiled eggs, chopped
1. Cook macaroni in a large saucepan as directed on package, adding the broccoli and bell pepper to the boiling water for the last 2 minutes; drain.
Rinse with cold water and drain well.
2. Mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream and mustard in a large bowl.
Stir in macaroni mixture and eggs. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until well chilled.
Yield: 16 Servings
Serving Size: 1/2 cup per serving
Weight Watchers PointsPlus+ = 3 per serving
2. Mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream and mustard in a large bowl.
Stir in macaroni mixture and eggs. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until well chilled.
Yield: 16 Servings
Serving Size: 1/2 cup per serving
Weight Watchers PointsPlus+ = 3 per serving
BBQ
Beans
3 slices turkey bacon,
chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 (15 oz) cans baked beans, drained
3/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1. Cook bacon in a large saucepan until done, stirring occasionally. Add onions; cook
and stir until crisp-tender.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; simmer over medium-low heat 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
1 onion, chopped
2 (15 oz) cans baked beans, drained
3/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1. Cook bacon in a large saucepan until done, stirring occasionally. Add onions; cook
and stir until crisp-tender.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; simmer over medium-low heat 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Yield: 8 Servings
Serving Size: 1/2 cup per serving
Weight Watchers PointsPlus+ = 4
Marinated Tomato
Salad
- 3/4 cups white wine vinegar
- 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup shallots, chopped
- 2 Tbsp chopped chives
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 lbs cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 English cucumber, sliced
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- Combine the marinade in a canning jar – mix the vinegars, salt shallots, chives, lemon juice, pepper and olive oil.
- Seal the canning jar with a lid, and shake until well combined.
- Combine the tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers in a large bowl.
- Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss to coat.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve chilled.www.laloosh.com
Entire serving makes 8 servings.
Serving size is 1 1/4 cups.
Each serving = 2 Points +
Serving size is 1 1/4 cups.
Each serving = 2 Points +
Red, White and Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
1
1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 stick (4 Tablespoons) butter, melted
1 1/2 packages (12 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup 1% milk
2 Tablespoons cornstarch
2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
zest of one lemon
3 large eggs
1 cup fresh raspberries (more or less, as desired)
3/4 cup fresh blueberries (more or less, as desired)
1/2 stick (4 Tablespoons) butter, melted
1 1/2 packages (12 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup 1% milk
2 Tablespoons cornstarch
2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
zest of one lemon
3 large eggs
1 cup fresh raspberries (more or less, as desired)
3/4 cup fresh blueberries (more or less, as desired)
1. Preheat oven to
350°F. Line an 8x8-inch pan with aluminum foil. Spray lightly with cooking
spray.
2. In a small bowl, mix
crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared
pan.
3. In a food processor
(or with an electric mixer) blend cream cheese, eggs, milk, sugar, cornstarch,
lemon juice, and lemon zest just until smooth. Do not over-beat.
4. Pour the cream cheese
mixture on top of the crumb crust. Scatter raspberries and blueberries on
top.
5. Bake 35 to 40
minutes, or until touch to center feels slightly firm and set.
6. Cool completely
before cutting. Use foil to lift cheesecake out of pan and onto a cutting board.
Use a thin, sharp knife to cut into clean-looking bars (wiping blade clean with
a paper towel between cuts). Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Makes 16
servings
PointsPlus® Value:
5 Source: RecipeGirl.com
KFC Coleslaw
Clone
Makes 8 Servings
1 cup fat-free Miracle
Whip
1/4 cup Splenda
8 cups cabbage, finely minced
2 tbsp carrot, shredded then minced
2 tbsp minced onion
1/4 cup Splenda
8 cups cabbage, finely minced
2 tbsp carrot, shredded then minced
2 tbsp minced onion
Combine the Miracle Whip with the
sugar in a large bowl. Mix well until the
sugar is dissolved. Add the cabbage, carrot, and onion, and toss well. Be sure
the cabbage is chopped into very small pieces, about the size of rice.
Cover and chill for several hours.
sugar is dissolved. Add the cabbage, carrot, and onion, and toss well. Be sure
the cabbage is chopped into very small pieces, about the size of rice.
Cover and chill for several hours.
SERVING SIZE:
Approximately 3/4 cup
PointsPlus® Value:
3
Simple
Homemade Ice Cream*
1 1/2 cup(s) whole milk
1 1/8 cup sugar
3 cups heavy whipping cream
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
extract
|
In medium mixing bowl, use a hand
mixer on low speed to combine milk & granulated sugar until the suga is
dissolved, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and
vanilla. Turn on ice cream maker; pour the mixture into freezer bowl, let mix
until thickened, about 20 to 25 minutes.
The ice cream will have a soft,
creamy texture.
If a firmer consistency is desired,
transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and place in freezer for about 2
hours.
Remove from freezer about 15
minutes before serving.
Serves 14 @ 7 PP.
** I found several different
homemade ice cream recipes on etools community recipe board. I simply searched
in etools with the words 'Homemade Ice Cream"
This newsletter is in no way affiliated with
Weight Watchers, Inc. It is simply a motivational tool that I offer to members
who attend my Weight Watchers meetings and wish to receive it.
Remove from list? If
you no longer wish to receive weekly newsletters from me, please reply to this
message indicating "Remove from list" in either the subject header or the body
of the message.
I also try to post the newsletter on our private FB page "Zig's
Winners" and the Google Blog called Midweek Minutes http://midweekminutes.blogspot.com/.
Find us on FB and ask to joinour own private support
group!
Comments
Post a Comment