Newsletter, week of August 19th

Last Week

Time spent in our meetings is a great way to laugh about our misfortunes and discuss what goes right. Take advantage of that forum and speak up! Need some help? That's what we're here for.

This Week

Chances are your weight goals won't be reached overnight. Join us for a discussion of how to stick with the process for as long as it takes. (Here's a hint: it's going to last a lifetime!)

Kudos

George, Vicky and Pam all received their first five pound stars this week. Nick and Valmere reached the 10 pound mark, while Judy got a 15 pound star AND her 10% keychain. Jerry is now up to 30 pounds lost and Wilma is the big winner this week with a total weight loss of over 35 pounds. Excellent progress, everyone!

WW Product of the Week

Weight Watchers Fruities - if you're looking for a quick little treat or something to keep you occupied, Fruities just might be what you're looking for. These little candies are similar to jujubes - firm but chewy, and they come in some great fruit flavors (cherry is my choice). For $2.50 you get three sleeves of them, and each sleeve is only 1 Point!

Non-WW Product of the Week

I know, I know. You need a new kitchen gadget like you need another hole in your head. But those of us in Wednesday's group got see how insanely cool a spiral slicer is. Turn your zucchini into angel hair pasta! You know you want one....

Recipe of the Week

Chicken Pita Pizzas
Serves 4
5 Points

2 7" pocketless pita breads
6 Tbsp scallion hummus
1 (1/2 lb) bone-in roasted chicken breast, skin and bone removed, and chicken coarsely shredded
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
6 pitted large manzanilla or Sicilian green olives, chopped

Preheat the broiler. Place pita breads on a baking sheet and broil 4-5" from heat until golden (45 seconds on each side).

Spread 3 Tbsp of the hummus onto each of the pita breads, almost to the edge. Top each with the chicken and sprinkle with cheese and olives. Broil until cheese melts, about a minute.

Tip of the Week

Who cares if you have 30, 80 or 120 pounds to lose? That can seem overwhelming! Break the process down into smaller goals, and you'll always be working on a "next step." It can be whatever feels right for you, and might include dropping a clothing size, losing 10 pounds, reaching the next "decade" (229, 199, etc.) or finally being able to sit comfortably in that pair of pants - you know the ones I mean!

Quote of the Week

"The path to success is paved with patience and persistence." - anonymous Weight Watcher