Sunday Weigh-in (week 1)

I am not going to lie...this week was TOUGH!

This week I have lost 3 pounds!I am actually really surprised by that number, but hey, I will take it :)
I know some of you have asked what I am doing, so I thought I would detail out my plan.My goal is 1200 calories.Thanks to Myfitnesspal calculating them is pretty easy.If I end my day at 1200 or below, I put .50 in my jar.
I compiled a sample of what my meal plan looks like:Breakfast: (175 calories)1 piece of toast .5 tbsp of butter 1 large egg over easy
Snack: (80 calories)2 Cuties 
Lunch: (375 calories)1 salad consisting of:2.5 cups of Salad mix6 grape tomatoes1.5oz. of carrot chips1/8 cup of sliced almonds1/4 of a red bell pepper1/2 cup of cucumber3 oz. of chicken2 tbsp. of Kraft Red Bell Pepper Italian Dressing with Parmesan7.5 oz can of Dr. Pepper
Snack: (140 calories)Nabisco Saltine crackers - whole grain topped with sea salt - 10 crackers
Dinner: (507 calories)4oz of Boneless, skinless chicken breast beaded and baked1 cup of cooked carrots1 ear of corn boiled without salt or butter1/2 cup of fresh green beans1 Dinner Roll My friend at work and I decided that around 230pm everyday we were going to head to the gym downstairs and take our 30min lunch break by walking on the treadmill. Also most importantly, drink water - I am at about 48oz a day!!!
Total calories for the day was 1277Subtract 30 min walking at a moderate pace burns: 124 caloriesTotal amount of calories: 1153
I don't eat this exact meal everyday, but wanted to give you an idea of how it is possible to eat 1200 calories and remain completely satisfied.
My favorite thing is that I can still eat out anywhere.  I always make sure to check out the menu in advance, so that when I head to the restaurant, I know exactly what I am going to order and how many calories it will be. Next Sunday I will do a meal plan that includes healthier options at fast food places. The biggest change I have noticed so far is that I am making smarter, healthier decisions.  I cut out all sodas and sweets for the first 3 days to dive in full force.  After that I allowed myself 1 7.5 oz can of Dr. Pepper and 1 sweet treat under 100 calories if needed. I load my meals with fruits and veggies and make sure my snacks don't consist of junk. Some days are worse than others. If I know it's a chocolate kind of day, then of course I allow myself a little square of Dove chocolate.  Everything in moderation!
Make sure you tune in on Wednesday - my post on postpartum depression will go live!