My pants are falling off! (Ashley)

Is there any better feeling than not being able to fit into your clothes anymore because they're too big?

Today I'm wearing a pair of pants I bought at the beginning of July to go back to work, and I think after today I won't be able to wear them anymore, as I have to hold them up by the pockets when I walk.

Woohoo!

In other news, I revved up my jogging from 4.0 to 4.5mph yesterday, and it is kicking my butt! I know it's slow compared to "real" running, but whew.

And I have mysteriously acquired a hyperactive metabolism. At least, that's what I think it must be, as I haven't really changed my workout routine or eating habits in the last week, but I've lost a significant amount of poundage since our last weigh-in. (Yes, Daddy, you must wait in suspense until this weekend!) Maybe it's because I've been eating every three to four hours like they say...who knows, but it's great.

Finally, here is a fantastic recipe, based on something from SparkRecipes.com (I altered it a little):
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 package taco seasoning
1 c salsa
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
1 can whole kernel corn (rinsed and drained)
1/2 c fat-free sour cream

Put all ingredients except for sour cream in slow cooker, in the order shown above. (I also added green bell pepper to mine.) Set for desired cooking time (I cooked mine for 4 hours.) When finished, add sour cream and stir.

You can eat the chicken whole with the black beans and corn on the side, but this is really best when you shred the chicken (it should be really tender) and serve as a soup. Very filling and delicious (and easy!).

Love to all,
Ashley