13th January 2016

Since September, a lot has changed. I have become a better housewife. I have been dragged down by depression again. I have sought help for said depression. I'm now on top of the world. And also my housework. For the first time in... well, forever, I'm proud of my home (nearly). There are still some areas requiring attention, but my kitchen is unrecognisable and I'm still tweaking it. But I can use it, and happily do on a regular basis. MiniMe comes through every morning while I make breakfast. She has her banana and milk, I make my breakfast and other food as required and then we retire to the drawing living room with a cup of tea and an Alpen Light bar to watch some TV on the hard drive.

Since the new year is here, I decided to REALLY follow the Slimming World plan and rejoined group yesterday. I've been writing my intake of food and drinks in my new diary from my mother-in-law, and it's really helping me. I am no longer hungry during the day. I am eating more than before, but it's always healthy stuff that will benefit me. I've not had any fruit myself today yet that will change after lunch. I'm enjoying making soup every couple of days and preparing healthy meals for my family every day or so, depending how much time I know I'm going to have. Last nights quick supper was super speedy and very filling. I'll post a recipe and photo soon, if I can remember how to do that.

Right now, I have a cheeky monkey trying to write her own bit on the blog. She's cute, but not very helpful.

So, to all who are starting the new year in a similar vein as myself: Good Luck! You can do it. Be positive and prepared and you will succeed.