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Food does not equal love.  More food does not equal more love.

I know this.  I have dealt with this issue with my mother (not effectively of course).  I have tried to remind myself and my family that food is not a way to show affection or comfort.  The other day I caught myself thinking that I should give Oji, our first dog, the larger chew toy to show him special attention and affection.  But I've been working for the past year to help him lose weight.  He was almost 15 pounds overweight and you know what they say about overweight dogs -- their owners aren't getting enough exercise. I then had to tell myself that giving him the smaller chew toy was actually showing affection and love.  What a totally new and alien concept for me -- less is better.  This week I'm focusing on the idea that the smaller portions are an expression of love, support and encouragement for me, as well as my dogs.  

High Sodium, Low Potassium Diet Linked to Increased Risk of Death

from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

 ~~~ Where's Shawndra This Week? ~~~

Moving into my new office at 614 Kilauea Avenue, Ste 102D.  I will be spending the next few weeks painting and organizing.  You are welcome to stop by and see the process and the progress or wait until I hold the official Open House.  

Check out my Saturday morning Weight Watchers® meeting in Hilo for free.  We open at 8:30 and the meeting starts at 9 am.  29 Shipman St, #101, Hilo.  Behind Koehnens (entrance is in the alley).