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It's snowing again! Yesterday was the brief calm before the next onslaught of snow and ice, building onto the existing accumulation we've already endured. Yes, I know this sounds like I'm a weenie. All you folks from the Midwest and Central states are saying, "you ought to be here!" I understand the whole northern U.S. has been drilled with winter weather. I've been here in Seattle too long . . . we're not used to all this accumulation!

I had to throw out the remaining Fettuccini; ...

This has been unusually snowy weather for the Seattle area this week! I hear of another storm coming before the weekend as well. I'm glad I'm on leave!

Today I'm noticing a slight reduction in my lethargic state. This is great as it means I'm getting the nutrients I need. I stopped taking all my herbal supplements and vitamins for now to see if I would absorb the nutrients. My digestive system has been lacking in this area for years. The naturopathic physician has had me on mega doses ...

Thankfully, I had taken the week off on leave for my first week of transformation! It gives me time to study Alissa's book and put together the recipes. I'm always much slower when I first try a new skill, but the second time around is much better. I'll be faster and more sure of myself when I tackle these recipes again. After all, this is my FIRST time ever going raw. It truly is a new lifestyle for me and I need to give myself time to change.

Yesterday's root canal is over and there ...

Watched the 3 hr. video of Alissa making entrees. Good visual to supplement the book. It helps when reading the recipes and trying to get it right. . . .

How do I feel today?

Very tired . . slept 12 hours last nite. With my Fibromyalgia, I'm feeling sore all over as usual. Some places more than others. Even my organs inside are sore! My attitude is upbeat, but not spectacular. I'm nursing a broken ankle for about 4 more weeks.

Today's conditions and symptoms: ...

Well, I promised to start transferring my journal entries to this blog so everyone can see and comment if they feel so inclined. Here's my first installment:

12/14/2008:

I chose to start the first week of the "Living On Live Food" lifestyle, during a week of vacation. This way I could focus on the changes and have time to get used to making the meals. This day is a Saturday and tomorrow I will begin the diet. I spent most of the day between 3-4 locations, searching ...