[Zer]

Even before I glance at my food diary, I know that salt is part of my gain in weight this morning. And I see a few carby mouthfuls that may play a part too.

But I weighed and recorded the data as useful info, just as I balance financial records - without laying blame/shame on me. Just as I owe more when I spend lavishly, I have to pay the piper for each too-carby bite that I made a part of my eating plan. It's no mystery. What a change, for me, in philosophy and in handling weight data. My datebook looks pretty gaudy with BIG RED WEIGHTS showing up along with other pertinent data in my life. I'm so grateful for this rational approach to identifying actual weight and to embracing my scale as a vital tool for a reality check at least weekly as I refine my menu choices. With my data appearing in my signature and my goals clearly stated there also, it is less and less likely that I shall be able to munch mindlessly as if what I eat has nothing to do with the difficulty in moving, in walking, in sitting or standing.

For me, this is a HUGE blessing. Now, got to use these tools more wisely!