Newsletter, week of November 19th

Follow Up On Last Week’s Topic

Now that you’ve done a dry run, a Thanksgiving feast will be easy as pie! (Sorry, couldn’t resist) Knowledge is power – knowing the Points values can help you decide what foods to put on your plate and what foods to pass on by.

This Week’s Topic

2-4-6-8 What do you appreciate? In honor of the season, let’s think about what we’re thankful for – the things we’ve learned, the people who have helped us, the small victories we find each day.

KUDOS: (from the Greek: acclaim or prestige resulting from notable achievement)

Wow, what a week! Alanna reached her 10-pound milestone on Wednesday, and both Marianne and Dora achieved their 10% targets. Good going, girls!

WW Product of the week

Weight Watchers Mix-Ins - if plain old water just doesn’t do it for you, give these a shot. Raspberry and Lemonade flavors are easy and portable. Mix and enjoy the taste. $3.50

Non-WW product of the week

When you exercise, you sweat. Sorry, it’s unavoidable! If you’re wearing a cotton t-shirt during exercise, you’ll realize how heavy and wet your workout clothes can get. Coolmaxâ fabric is your answer. The fabric “wicks” away sweat and is breathable. It keeps your skin drier, and is more lightweight than regular cotton. Upgrade today!


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Recipe of the Week

“Cheat” Potato Casserole
Makes 4 servings
2 Points

1 large butternut squash (to yield 2 cups flesh)
½ cup egg substitute
1/3 cup light vanilla soymilk
1/3 cup sugar free maple syrup
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ cup Splenda
1 tsp vanilla extract
2/3 cup miniature marshmallows

Preheat oven to 350. Peel squash and cut into large chunks. Fill a large dish with a half an inch of water. Place squash into dish and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave for 8 min (and drain). Squash should be tender enough to mash, but not fully cooked. Mash squash, measure out 2 generous cups, lightly packed, and place in a baking dish. Add all ingredients except for marshmallows. Mix ingredients thoroughly, but do not over-stir; squash should still be pulpy. Cook for 45-50 minutes. Remove from oven, and sprinkle marshmallows over top of pie. Return to oven for 5 minutes, until marshmallows begin to brown.

--From www.Hungry-Girl.com

Tip of the Week

If you have trouble with PM snacking, try these tips: brush your teeth right after diner, gargle with minty mouthwash, chew gum, or suck on a spicy cinnamon candy.

Quote of the Week

We must never be afraid to go too far, for success lies just beyond.- Marcel Proust