Day 13 - Fowl Play

They asked, and he brought them quail and satisfied them with the bread of heaven. Psalm 105: 40

March 21, 2011

I know, friends. Chicken is not quail, and quail is not chicken, but they're both fowl. And with that being said, let's make the jump from quail to chicken, because chicken is the theme of today's blog. And today's menu.

I had the best salad for lunch! Lots of leafy greens, of course, topped with chunks of grilled chicken, crumbled crispy bacon, and some diced red onion. Chopped peaches and a few cherries added color and sweetness. For the dressing, I just drizzled some olive oil and red wine vinegar over everything. Lots of texture, color and flavor. Seriously, it was one of the best salads I've eaten!

And guess what? I had fried chicken for dinner!

You know it wasn't country fried. You know it wasn't Kentucky fried. It was simply pan fried -- in a little olive oil, on top of the stove, with salt and pepper to taste. Just cooked it at a medium temperature, and kept turning it until it was done inside and crispy outside, then drained it well.

Actually, the fried chicken was leftover from yesterday's dinner, but it was just as good warmed over tonight. I added a mess of green beans -- cooked down with a little red onion and some bacon for added flavor -- and I was a happy gal.

I also cooked up a big pot of chicken yesterday, to be boned and made ready for quick meals and snacks. The broth will not go to waste. Perhaps I'll use it for braising vegetables, or cooking down into a glaze to top some steamed cauliflower. Or maybe I'll simply make up a batch of chicken and vegetable soup!

In two more days I might finally learn what's really been going on inside. I have an appointment with Dr. Ford, and maybe he's gotten the blood test results back. I'm facing this step without fear, because God is in charge. The knowledge is what will help Dr. Ford help to make me well. And the truth will set me free!

Dear God,

I surrender my body and my weight loss to your divine care and love. I ask that you remove all excess and unnecessary weight from my body. Return my body to its most healthy and balanced state. Give me eating habits that support my health and life energy. And, finally, teach me to love my body and to care for it from this day forth. AMEN!

This prayer was said three times a day by more than 2,000 volunteers. They lost an average of 4.5 pounds in two weeks -- and many weren't even dieting.

I found this prayer and statement written in the front of a book the other day. I do not know the source, but wanted to share them with you. The prayer is so very, very appropriate for my journey. Feel free to pray it along with me.

Su