Necessary Weight Loss Items

Yes, I have resorted to post-it notes imploring my children and hubby not to use certain items in the fridge, freezer, and/or pantry. Why you may ask. Well, you see if I bring something home that I need for cooking a particular recipe, I like it to be there when it is time to cook said dish. Take for example the need for a particular juice in a recipe, say apple juice. If I were to buy apple juice on Saturday intending to use it on Tuesday, there is no way I could guarantee that the four other people in the house would not have consumed the whole bottle by cooking time. Of course, I am not going to use a gallon of apple juice for my recipe, but by placing the note "DO NOT DRINK" on the apple juice upon returning from the grocery store, I have a shot. Please know that once the item has been used as intended, the post-it note is removed and the item is up for grabs.

I also have been buying special snacks for me, like Skinny Cow ice cream pops or Fiber One bars. These are low point value, enjoyable snacks. With teens in the house, these types of things are never safe. They have their own ice cream and granola bars. And honestly, when they ask to eat my stuff, I always let them. I just like to know it will be there when I want something a little special.

So, if you ever come over and peek in my fridge, pantry, or freezer, be prepared to keep your mitts off certain items. Don't worry, they are all clearly labeled.