waffles, weight, weekends, and wit

I made waffles today for what ended up being a late lunch (rather than brunch). I topped them with sugar-free syrup and fresh raspberries instead of the jam pictured in the recipe. When they finally got done, they were good. Unfortunately, thanks to the severe headache I soon developed, my stomach didn't retain its contents. But I really don't think it was the waffle's fault. And now I have something to heat up in the toaster for breakfasts this week. I should also mention that this is the first time I've been able to make waffles since I moved here, because I bought a wafflemaker for a two dimes and a nickel at a garage sale last month.

Speaking of eating, The South Beach Diet is still going pretty well in general. I made some exceptions during my birthday week, but I think it was worth it. And I'm still being careful most days. My short-term goal was to lose the weight I put on from boredom and stress eating over the fall and winter. I'm pretty sure I've already done that and a bit more, so at least I don't have to buy a new summer wardrobe for that reason. I'm also encouraged that my blood chemistry is probably healthier in general and I don't feel like I'm fighting a losing battle. So, we'll see how it goes in the long run, but I'm confident this has already been a valuable lifestyle change.

After vanquishing the headache with some Target-brand migraine relief, I've been getting some things done like cleaning, doing loads of laundry, and other details. I meant to put together a bookshelf too, but I don't think I'm strong enough. Maybe I need an electric screwdriver?

Witty, exciting books make me happy. I love authors who can do something fresh within a genre I already like: fantasy, in this case. I'm rereading War for the Oaks on my lunch breaks. It's beautifully written, and it reads almost like a movie (in a good way). I may have said this last time I read it, but I'm so glad my sis's class assigned it and then she encouraged me to read it the first time.