Day 6 on F.E.W. CHEAT DAY Saturday January 30, 2010

Well I'm up on this snow ridden cold winter morning at 8:00 AM- wasnt risking oversleeping for our 10 AM workout session!  I'm supposed to drink my water portions at the same time everyday, but at 7AM I wasn't thinking about getting up and drinking water! so.....

8 am 24 oz of water

8:15 AM Ruby Green/Ruby Red combo

9:00 am Breakfast Oatmeal weight control oatmeal
12:30 Snack Protein Drink and crave blocker at gym
4:30 PM Lunch Tuna salad on whole wheat crackers (does this count as bread?)
7:30 PM Dinner Turkey burgers (no bread) with mushrooms and onions (Jennie O Turkey burger meat) It was delicious!

3 CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES, HOMESTYLE POPCORN

The "Food-Mood" Connection

The "Food-Mood" Connection

by Jill Fleming, MS, RD (revised 31 January 2007)

Food intake does affect mood due to biochemical messengers in the brain called neurotransmitters. They can control mood, appetite, thoughts and behaviors. The most food sensitive neurotransmitters are serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine.

Questions you may have include:

 •What do neurotransmitters do?

•What can be used for tiredness?

•What can be done about mood swings?

This lesson will answer those questions. There is a mini-quiz near the end of the lesson. Health Disclaimer

Serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine

Serotonin is responsible for the calming and relaxation states with a general sense of well being. High levels of serotonin can cause a person to feel sluggish and drowsy. Low levels of serotonin will cause intense food cravings. Serotonin is released in the brain as a result of eating carbohydrates such as fruits, breads, grains and vegetables to a lesser extent.

Dopamine and norepinephrine are responsible for alertness, increased energy with quicker, more accurate reaction times. Protein consumption causes these two neurotransmitters to be released in the brain. Good protein sources include meat, chicken, fish, nuts, soy products, eggs and dairy products.

Tired after lunch

If you find that you are usually tired shortly after lunch, you may need to add 3-4 oz of protein to your noontime meal. Conversely, if you have trouble sleeping at night, you may want to limit your protein and increase your carbohydrates at your evening meal.

Overeating, regardless of the protein content of the meal will cause drowsiness. Think about how sleepy you were after eating your large Thanksgiving dinner. This phenomenon happens because blood flow is redirected to the stomach, to handle the food overload, and away from the brain. Light meals, containing 300-500 calories, is the ideal amount of energy to maintain peak performance.

Endorphins are natural tranquilizers which are released with exercise and through the consumption of chocolate. Chocolate contains a chemical called phenylethylamine that is responsible for the endorphin response that is similar to the feelings experienced with a hug or being in love.

Note: Recent studies have shown that chocolate can call us a completely opposite effect in some people, and especially those prone to depression. Instead of feeling good, these people get even more depressed.

Mood swings

If you are prone to mood swings eating foods in their natural state is ideal. Good choices include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and dairy sources. Water intake should be a minimum of 10 cups per day, as dehydration is a major factor affecting mood swings.

Limiting caffeine and alcohol is a good idea, as they are both diuretics that tend to dehydrate the body, as well as the fact that caffeine is a stimulant and alcohol is a depressant. Sugar should only be consumed in limited amounts, as excess amounts (greater than 200 calories per day) will cause individuals to experience the "sugar-high" which is always followed by the "sugar-blues".

Summary

Foods with serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine can affect your mood. This is caused by biochemical messengers in the brain called neurotransmitters. Eating healthy foods and limiting such items as caffeine and alcohol will help to avoid mood swings.

Click Here to take the Mini-quiz to check your understanding (scroll to the bottom of the article)

Day 5 on F.E.W./ Jauary 29, 2010

6:45-7:15 AM 24 oz of water during 30 minute eliptical workout
7:30 AM Royal Green/ Royal Red combo

Right now I'm feeling very sleepy. I dan probably contribute the majority of that to the late night. 

10:20 AM Breakfast  Oatmeal (weight control) dried berries, scrambled egg whites

12:00 Noon 24 oz Water

Feeling very sleepy again around 11AM.  This has been a routine. Wondering what goes on in the body to cause this drop in energy! So, true to form, I had to do some research.  I stumbled upon an interesting read on "The Food-Mood Connection" by Jill Fleming, MS, RD. I'll post the article in case you're interested in reading!

2:00 PM Lunch  Salad with 10 oz of turkey (2 slices), balsamic vinegrette dressing

Yes I forgot to eat lunch!!! Was busy trying to get February schedules completed so ended up grabbing what I thought would be a pre-lunch fruit..... my grapefruit, but never ate the lunch! Departed for home by 5:00 PM.

5:30 PM 2 slices of turkey....trying to get in some protein at least!

24 oz of water

6:00 ran out the door to pick up Alivia and by 6:30 was headed out to her game about 30 minutes away.  Packed a greek yogurt in my bag, but never ate it!

9:30 Dinner:stopped at store to grab cold medicine for sick husband and grabbed some cans of Progresso low calorie chicken noodle soup.

Ran in house, put the soup on the stove and mindlessly said, "why don't I grab some for a quick light dinner".  Sat down to ate and was at the last spoonful when it dawned on me that the "noodle" in chicken noodle was a pasta that I shouldn't be eating!  duh moment! Well we all have those moments......right?

 

Day 4 of FEW/ January 28, 2010

Woke up early enough to get in a workout! Yippee!

6:45-7:15 Had my 24 oz of water during 30 minute workout.

7:30 AM Royal Green, Royal Red combo

11:20 breakfast  Weight control oatmeal with raisens, skim milk

I know- eating late on Jada time again!

12:50 Vitamins

12:30 24 oz water

4:00 PM Lunch  Salmon from last night, 1/2 ear of corn, greek Yogurt

5:00PM 24 Ozs of Water----I'm stuffed!

10:00 PM Dinner Chicken Pot Pie , 4 almonds

Gotta stop with the late dinners!

Here's an interesting article on the importance of water and how to "sneak" it into your day!
How to Drink More Water Every Day
originated by:James Quirk, Krystle C., Sue Crocker, Travis Derouin (see all)

There are a variety of reasons to drink plenty of water each day. Adequate water intake prevents dehydration, cleans out the body, and promotes healing processes. Substituting water for beverages high in calories can also help control weight. Follow the steps below to make sure you're getting enough of this most basic necessity.
 

1. Determine how much water you need. You've probably heard the "8 by 8" rule - drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day (2 quarts, 1.8 liters) - but the amount of water a person needs varies depending on his or her weight, activity level and climate. Another way to determine your specific recommended water intake is to divide your weight (in pounds) by two. The resulting number is the number of ounces of water you need each day. For example, if you weigh 150 lbs., strive to drink 75 ounces of water daily. For those who use the Metric system, divide your weight (in kilograms) by 30 (ex. somebody weighing 70 kg is going to need 2.3 liters per day). Keep in mind that these recommended intake numbers are controversial and some experts believe they are a gross exaggeration. See "warnings" below for more information.
2. Measure your daily intake of water. Do this for a few days. If you find that you're drinking less than the recommended quantity, try some of the following tips:
3. Carry water with you everywhere put it in a bottle or other container.
4. Keep a glass or cup of water next to you whenever you'll be sitting down for a long time, such as when you're at your desk at work. Drink from it regularly as you're working.
5. Try wearing a digital watch that beeps at the beginning of each hour. Use that as a reminder to pour yourself a glass of water. Vow to drink that water before the next beep. If you drink only one small (6 ounce or 180 ml) cup per hour, you'll have consumed 48 ounces (1.4 liters) by the end of an 8-hour workday.
6. Get a water purification system. Purified water tastes very good and may help make drinking water more appealing to you. Be aware, though, that as you grow accustomed to purified water, you may find that tap water leaves a bad taste in your mouth, even though it may be better for your teeth.[1] Keep in mind that fluoride, found in small quantities in tap water, is necessary for strong, healthy teeth. [2] Fortunately, all toothpaste contains fluoride, so if you brush twice daily you won't need fluoridated water.
7. Add lemons or limes to your water. This makes it taste better and makes you want to drink more of it. Be careful not to make it too sour; just a splash of sourness should do the trick. Cucumber slices can also be added to a glass of water. Some mint leaves can be added to a pitcher of water which should be allowed to sit overnight. These are cheap alternatives to the bottled flavored water. If you do choose bottled flavored water, check the ingredients, as these are likely closer in form to lemon- or limeade than they are to water.
8. Eat water rich foods, such as fruits like watermelon, which is 92% water by weight. Blend up some seedless fresh watermelon flesh with some ice and place a few sprigs of mint (optional) - one of the most refreshing drinks, especially for the summertime. Cranberry juice is also another option, and has a bitter taste. Patients suffering from urinary infection caused by insufficient intake of water should drink cranberry juice and eat watermelon if not plain water everyday. A tomato is 95% water. An egg is about 74% water.
9. Keep water cold if it tastes better for you. Keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator at home. Add ice or freeze water in a sports bottle before taking it with you, it will eventually melt and stay cold. Bear in mind that cold water takes energy for your body to regulate the temperature, and does burn some calories. Room temperature water is better if you're dehydrated. Your body can absorb the room temperature water immediately, instead of the body having to raise the temperature of the water first in order to process it.
10. Climate can drastically change how much water you need. On hot days that require you to be outside, you should drink more water to counteract the fluids you lose when you sweat. This not only keeps your body hydrated, it can prevent heat-related illness. Just as important (but often overlooked) is consuming enough fluids in cold & wet conditions. The human body works much more efficiently (including heating and cooling) when properly hydrated. Inadequate water intake affects the brain's function first, which can become very dangerous (especially in extreme conditions).

Tips  Herbal tea, seltzer water and soup broth can count as part of the daily water intake.

Make refreshing flavored water by filling a pitcher with filtered or tap water and then adding a few slices of citrus fruit, or a tea ball with herbs such as peppermint. Refrigerate for 4-8 hrs. Remove fruit slices or herbs, so the flavor doesn't get too strong.

Warnings

• Increasing your water intake may cause you to have to get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom. To avoid this, you may want to stop drinking water a few hours before bedtime--or make sure you visit the toilet before bed!

• While adequate water is essential to health, it is possible to drink too much water or any other beverage, and there has been considerable scientific debate surrounding how much water a person really needs per day. According to Snopes - http://www.snopes.com/medical/myths/8glasses.asp - the Los Angeles Times has reported that "Kidney specialists do agree on one thing, however: that the 8-by-8 (2 L) rule is a gross overestimate of any required minimum. To replace daily losses of water, an average-sized adult with healthy kidneys sitting in a temperate climate needs no more than one liter of fluid...the equivalent of about four 8-ounce (250 ml) glasses.

• People with some heart conditions, high blood pressure or swelling of the lower legs (edema) need to avoid excess water. If you have a history of kidney problems, especially if you have had a transplant, consult your doctor before increasing your fluid intakes.

• You shouldn't drink too much water while eating as it dilutes your stomach acid and can cause digestion problems.

• If you live in a place with a lot of heat (e.g., The Caribbean), you will have to drink extra water.

• It is possible to "overdose" on water. Water intoxication occurs when the electrolytes in the body are so diluted that they have trouble keeping the balance of water even inside and outside of individual cells. What that means is that drinking too much water (while not getting enough electrolytes) can cause your cells to burst. If you plan on doing heavy prolonged exercise, be sure to alternate sports drinks with regular water to keep your electrolytes in balance. Three glasses of water to one glass of typical sugary sports drink is ideal if you rely on sports drinks for electrolytes during very heavy prolonged exercise, such as a marathon.

• Crystal Lite, Gatorade and other sugary electrolyte drinks also contain acetic acid which can increase rates of tooth decay. There is no real reason to drink electrolyte drinks unless you are heavily exercising (see above).

• Be aware that some elderly individuals with difficulty walking may avoid drinking adequate amounts of water, as they have difficulty transferring/walking to the bathroom. In such cases, a bedside commode may be useful. If you are caring for such an individual, encourage them to drink the necessary amount of water and reassure him/her that you can help them with the transfer to the commode.

•  It is not recommended that you reuse plastic water bottles that are intended for one time use, specifically number one plastics. These bottles leach chemicals into your water after multiple uses. The bottle, if not properly cleaned, may harbor bacteria from your mouth. If you wish to always have water around, use a glass or aluminum water bottle. Bottles like Sigg or other canteens are now more favorable due to the risk of chemical leaching when using plastic products. 

• In some countries, tap water is dangerous and can cause diseases such as jaundice. Make sure you know what's safe and what isn't.

Day 3 on F.E.W. / January 27, 2010

Tossed and turned last night! I'm sure the late dinner contributed to that.  Too late for the digestion to try to do it's job.  As a result I woke up kind of groggy! 

So it's hump day and day 3 on F.E.W. program.  I began the day with the customary Royal Green and Royal Red combo but this time without the sweetning juice.  I'm getting more used to the tast now so I just gulped it down after my morning water.

7:10 am 24 0z water

7:30 AM Royal Green and Royal Red drink with 8 0z of water
10:30 AM Breakfast Apples and Cinnamon Oatmeal with berries, Grapefruit (close to 11am)

I feel the sleepys coming on......

11:00 am Beginning to awaken again

12:10 24 oz of water

12:30 Snack scrambled egg whites left from breakfast, pack of almonds

Very very sleepy! Can't keep eyes open!

2:30 PM  Headache looming in the background.... I should eat by 3:00

3:50 Lunch  Left over Polenta Provencale!
                     Greek blueberry Yogurt

5:25 24 oz of water

6:15 Protein supplement

7:30 workout

10:00  PM Dinner baked, breaded (wheat) salmon, spinach with mushrooms, baked tomatoes with light cheese

almonds...they were just there! Go to bed Jada!

Day 2 on F.E.W. /Tuesday January 26, 2010

7:15 AM  Royal Green/Royal Red mixed together with 4 oz of V8 Splash

7:15 AM 24 oz of water

10:00 AM Breakfast: Apples/Cinnamon Low Suger Oatmeal, dried berries, 1 boiled egg

Today I'm feeling the "crash and burn".  Not sure if it's because of the long workout days through Sunday that did it for me, but last night I couldn't stay awake long enough to go to bed. Today I'm struggling to stay awake.  I'm having a wakeful moment now, but it was rough going from 10-11:00 AM.

12:30 PM 24 Oz of Water

12:35PM 8 more oz to go!

12:40 Finished my water and for some reason I'm feeling a surge of energy!  Wish I could ride this out with a good workout!

2:00 PM Lunch  cup of salad with grilled chicken,raisens and  balsamic dressing ...and Greek Yogurt! Can you tell the common denominator in my meals....raisens! Can't eat too many though, the natural suger in them raises your blood glucose levels!

3:30 PM (Snack Now) Just now finishing this yogurt! I love Greek Yogurt. It's so creamy and smooth and less watery than regular Yogurt!

5:45 PM Protein drink and 24 oz of water

Dropped Alivia off at gym and ended up talking to a highschool coach. Workout didn't begin until 9:00 lasting 1 hour!

10:00 PM Dinner Polenta Provencal with spinach and peas in a spicy cream sauce

130 cals serving size 1/3 cup

What is Polenta Provencale you ask? Here are the nutritional facts
Calories in Trader Joe's Polenta Provencale With Spinach and Peas In A Spicy Cream Sauce

Nutrition Facts

Trader Joe's - Polenta Provencale With Spinach and Peas In A Spicy Cream SauceServings: 1/3 cup 1 cup 1 container (1 3/10 cups ea.)

Calories 130 Sodium 280 mg

Total Fat 7 g Potassium 0 mg
Saturated 4 g Total Carbs 13 g
Polyunsaturated 0 g Dietary Fiber 3 g
Monounsaturated 0 g Sugars 2 g
Trans 0 g Protein 4 g
Cholesterol 20 mg
Vitamin A 25% Calcium 10%
Vitamin C 15% Iron 6%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Royal Green Nutritional Content

Here's the scoop on the Royal Greens Ultra:

One scoop, once a day of Royal Greens Ultra will give you virtually every vital nutrient your body needs to function. Each delicious serving delivers fruits, vegetables, phytonutrients, probiotics, digestive enzymes, fiber, 30 different herbs, 22 amino acids, and an immune supporting source of antioxidants to help you look younger and feel healthier. Royal Greens Ultra can really make a difference in the way you feel...and the way you look.

Day 1 on F.E.W./ Monday January 25, 2010

Today I begin the first day of the F.E.W. Nutrition Plus program.  There are 3 phases to the program, each lasting 30 days.

Phase 1 begins with removing 3 elements from my diet which are Pasta, Potatoes and Rice.  My main source of carbs will be from fruits and vegetables supplied through the Royal Green supplement (vegetables) and the Royal Red supplement (Fruits). 

The purpose for removing these 3 elements from our diet is to

• 1. Help in relieving water retention
• 2. Create less hunger
• 3. Creat less insulin 

7:00 Meal Royal Green Vegetable blend
                  Royal Red Fruit Blend

32 oz of water

10:00 AM Breakfast  Oatmeal and Raisens

1:00 24 oz of water

1:30 PM Snack  Grapefruit
3:00 Lunch: 1 cup of salad with chicken (grilled)

Hi Danny! I began your program this morning but wanted to make sure that I was correct in taking 3 vitamins 20 minutes after my first meal. Also if I have already been on a strengh training program and am now in a phase where he's been increasing the amount of weight I use should I do anything different? Will this affect my progress and should I alter anything?

Jada, you got the vitain thing down perfect.............. Since you are getting stronger and have been in the gymfor awhile just make sure your last two reps are hard to do each time you do the workouts. OK? You are on the perfect path.. Danny

Excellent! Thanks Danny- and thanks for the quick feedback!

Jada, You will always get fast response from me.....! It 's what I do... smile. Danny

6:45 snack Almonds- no salt , whole natural
7:30 Dinner: Grilled Chicken smothered in mushrooms and green peppers, this slimy green vegetable ( I can't remember the name-look like pickles), salad with balsamic dressing and raisens.

Sunday January 24, 2010

12:00 PM Brunch: Cheat breakfast/Brunch: Pancakes 2 slices of bacon and water water water
4:00  Snack Apple on the way to JCC gym
                     Fruit smoothie on the way home
7:00 PM Dinner: Wheat Pasta and grilled chicken (last day for pasta!)

Movie snack: Pop Secret Homestyle popcorn

Saturday January 23, 2010

I can't believe Alivia and I overslept and missed our 10 am workout with the trainer but I called and was luckily able to reschedule for 1:00 PM.  Today we're scheduled to work on legs legs legs!
10:00 AM- 24 oz water

Started cleaning and sorting laundrey and got distracted from eating!

12:00 PM Oatmeal with raisens and berries.

12:45- on the way to gym will eat a bananna and a protein/energy bar.

4:00 PM 2 turkey slices and Greek Yogurt
9:00 PM grilled chicken, corn on cob, sweet potatoe fries

Hmm I think I'll look into the importance of getting rest for proper weight loss......

I'm so behind!

7:30 AM Protein drink with Crave blocker
12:15 Brunch: Oatmeal with raisens
2:00 Snack  Trail Mix (not the best choice)
3:00- I'm supposed to eat but I just had my 24 Oz of water at 2:15 and my stomach is sooo full!
Had to leave to pick Alivia up from basketball practice so yes I did forget to eat lunch

Had apple and protein bar on the way to the gym at 6:00 PM

8:30 PM Dinner: Chicken Flat bread sandwich from subway!

Thursday January 21, 2010

9:30 AM Breakfast Banana, Oatmeal with berries, boiled egg
1:00 PM Lunch   salad with chicken
3:00 snack granny smith apple
9:00 PM Dinner steak 3 oz, tomatoes, sweet potatoe strips

Thursday Meals

10:30 Breakfast  Bananna,Oatmeal, 2 boiled eggs

1:30 PM Lunch Grilled chicken Salad

5:00 PM Snack Melaleuca mint chocolate energy bar

On the way to the gym

10:00 PM Dinner Ham, mixed vegetables, sweet potatoe

Just got home from gym from nutritional seminar and was starving

Wednesday January 13th 2010 Meal Enrichments (LOL)

10:00 AM Breakfast

• Bananna, Oatmeal, coffee

Thoughts:  Feeling really really sluggish and tired today.  Didn't sleep very well last night. 

12:00 Snack: 

• Melaleuca low calorie multi-grain crackers

I've noticed that when I feel tired, I feel sad and then I want to snack. Is that emotional eating?

2:45PM Lunch  3 turkey slices, yogurt and waterhttp://www.melaleuca.com/

5:30 PM Snack  Melaleuca Attain Bar and craving blocker, 8 multi grain melaleuca crackers

(have to go to a highschool fair so dinner will be delayed).

8:20PM Dinner: Healthy Choice chicken pot pie- white meat

Home from school fair.

Tuesday Meals

7:30am  Breakfast: Oatmeal with raisens
10:am snack getting ready to snack on a bananna and some coffee
12:30 snack  Grapefruit
2:45 PM Lunch- chicken, string beans and carrots\
5:45 PM Attain crave blocker chocolate/nut bar
8:30 PM Dinner:  Ribs and sweet potatoe fries for Alivia's birthday.  I'm feeling very full right now- not a good feeling! hahahah Well Happy Birthday baby.....

Small chocolate cupcake It's so hard to tell it all!

Monday January 11, 2010

11:00 AM Late Breakfast Oatmeal
 I had been in the new habit of eating before leaving for work, but ran late today!  I'm mad that it threw me off schedule....

2:30  Lunch: Chicken Salad with balsamic dressing

8:00 PM  Dinner: Vegetable Omlet with egg whites/1 egg yoke egg, wheat bread

Didn't eat enough today.  I got the munchies after dinner and had some fat free popcorn....Good choice, but had I eaten enough, I could've avoided the urge to snack.  I also could've gotten a tall glass of water to curb the urge....

Foods that make your workout easier

This is a great article I picked up referenced on one of my twitter friend pages @fatlosstips4u 
Read the article in its entirety by clicking here!

Foods that make your workout easier

As a new mom I don’t have a lot of time for exercise. So when I do get moving I want to make the most of it. I love it that there are foods I can eat to help me get more out of my workout. (Find 10 breakfasts that help you burn more fat during your workouts here.)

By eating more onions, apples, grapes, berries, cabbage and broccoli I could boost my exercise endurance. An antioxidant in these foods—quercetin—when taken in supplement form, helped people bike longer, according to one study. Researchers think the quercetin makes oxygen more available to the lungs.

Friday January 8, 2010

7:30 AM  Breakfast Maple Low suger oatmeal
11:35 AM  Grapefruit, protein supplement

11:45 AM Stop procrastinating Jada and go eat the grapefruit!- I ate it!

12:50:  (not ready for lunch yet) Bananna  Is it safe to say that I've learned to graze?  Keeping that blood suger from dropping.  Low blood suger causes the body to think it's starving causing it to hold onto the fat! 

Moment of passing nausea.... I'm not hungry so why do I have to keep eating?  Answer: You just wrote it above "slow one"!

2:30 Lunch- salmon patties
8:30 PM Chicken Pot Pie (ugh)

Thursday Meals -January 7, 2010

7:30 AM Starting my morning out with a 1/2 cup of oatmeal- low suger.  I prefer the weight control version because it has more fiber so it seems like you're getting more.  Then i may do either a protein supplement or eggs.... hmmm perhaps the supplement!

10:30 AM  Time for my grapefruit snack!

It's 11:10 AM and I haven't eaten the grapefruit yet!  Sit down and eat Jada! Just stop what you're doing (blogging) and get to it!

1:30 PM  Salmon Patty (that's all!)
2:45 PM   Bananna

6:00 PM  Pre-workout: Attain Nutrition Bar
8:30 PM   Post workout: pack of saltless almonds
9:00 PM   Dinner:  Salmon Patty, sweet potatoe fries

Having dinner this late is a problem! I should try to eat dinner or last snack  by 8:30 PM at the latest. 

My yesterday and today meal!

Great meal last night!!! Baked Salmon and string beans!  Had oatmeal at 7:30 am this morning and then set my alarm for my snacks and meals.

11am had 1/2 grape fruit
1:45 had left over 1/2 salmon and stringbeans
3:30 had protein supplement
7:40 Dinner: Salmon and egg whites!

Here's a bit of spiritual food for myself. It's important to feed the spirit as well as the body!

Points 2 Ponder With Pastor P "Life is filled with swift transitions! Learn to slow down before you get blown away!" Look for Pastor P on Facebook! Great for inspiration!

I have to get back on the stick after a busy busy weekend and post my meals!

New Year Feast

This is what I'm snacking on as the ball is dropping!  Happy New Year to everyone!!!
chicken  wings
celery sticks
carrot sticks
red pepper slices
and drum roll........

shrimp wrapped in bacon, mini crab cake patties (only a taste of each!) hahahahaha
I better not post this until the night is over!