Reflection

Today, I have to hit the floor running for work. It was a great last few days off so I was at work early. It is odd that I really feel guilty that I did not get up earlier to run. I really did not think I would feel this way.

Tomorrow I start back at OBC. I am so ready. I have really pushed myself while on vacation from OBC but I miss the friendships. I look forward now to seeing my instructors and co-campers. I really want someone to check my food journal...:-)

I am taking a brief moment from work to write to you. I look at my shoulders (which I will go sleeveless now) and see the strength that is developing. I can tell how I am not as puffy in my upper chest area. And today I am wearing a skirt to show off my calves that I am liking again.

I hope that you had a chance to check out the website I sent you yesterday. I cooked yesterday for the holiday and all the foods were simple and clean. It is amazing how we add too much sauces to our food. Though I truly enjoy some of these, I am realizing how we camouflage what we are cooking by overdressing it. This time of the year, we have farmer markets near. It is great to grill fresh vegetables only adding some fresh herbs and slight olive oil. And the fruits that are available right now are so sweet and juicy. It makes me want to grow a garden, except where I live it will have to be in the community garden in town.

This is the Iron Flat Steak recipe I grilled yesterday:

1 lb. flat iron steak
fresh cracked black pepper (amount based on your personal taste)
1 tsp. cumin


First, rub fresh cracked black pepper into both sides of the steak. Mix fresh cracked black pepper and cumin together. Sprinkle this mixture over both sides of the meat. Let marinate for 4 hours. Place on grill until the desired temperature you prefer. Remove steak from grill and let it rest before slicing.

Refrigerate any leftovers and place some of the sliced leftovers over a salad.
You might want to look at Cooking Light's website for salad dressing recipes.

Bon Apetit...til tomorrow