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Day 212

Ever since I had delicious poached eggs at Eggspectation this month, I've been wanting some.  So I bought an egg poacher, and did more internet research than I care to admit.  The internet told me to cook them 2-4 minutes, or 4-6 minutes, or until a magic unicorn appeared in the east.  I was supposed to add butter to the cups and definitely not water, or water and definitely not butter, or vinegar, and then make a whirlpool while reciting the books of the Bible, and... really, people, this shouldn't be that complicated.
Hell if I know.
Anyway, I had moderate success this morning--the yolk and the edges were a little overcooked.  But I'll keep trying.  Suggestions are welcome.
Maybe they'll look like this next time.
Breakfast was most of a poached egg, a piece of toast with butter/canola spread, and some leftover hash brown casserole, plus two cups of water.  Total: 8 points

 Then I did arms and abs.  This is how I feel when I exercise sometimes.
Few know about the Lululemon long sleeved matronly dress work out gear.
Lunch was a piece of garlic bread, a salad with roasted tomatoes and yellow peppers, and a bowl of whole grain penne with homemade marinara sauce and a little bit of cheese.  Yum!  Also, a glass of milk and a glass of water.  Total: 10 points

 Dinner was turkey porcupines (meatballs cooked in an onion sauce), brown rice, and tomatoes & asparagus with a lemon dijon vinagrette.  And 3 glasses of water.  Total: 9 points
No silly, not THAT type of porcupine.
Dessert was a lovely combination of chocolate, cheese, and a porter with a mermaid on the bottle.  Total: 9 points
"Look at this beer--isn't it neat?  Wouldn't you say my collection's complete?"
I used a lot of points today, but my strategy is to use them on the weekends, since it's easier to eat healthy on weekdays when I'm in the office and not near a fridge!  For meeting all the healthy checks, we'll give it a Kate.  I totally want to steal her dress.  I also want to put a necklace on her!

Liquids: 7/6
Dairy: 2/2 
Vitamin: 1/1
Healthy Oil: 2/2
Fruits/Veggies: 6/5
Protein: 2/2
Whole Grains: whole wheat toast, whole grain pasta, brown rice
Exercise: yes, 20 minutes of abs and arms
Days Until Honeymoon: 61
Pounds to lose: 13.8 (weigh-in day is Saturday)
Total: 26/26 points
Weekly Points: 23/49 for the week

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