I started my new job today, and didn't have much time to think ahead as far as what I was going to eat/drink through out the day. I ended up packing and drinking (from the time I left, until now - "dinner time")

(2) 8 oz gatorade low calorie berry rush

(1) snack size apple motts

(2) 16.9 oz waters

(1) can low sodium chicken broth

(1) can low sodium beef broth

(1/2) coors light

I'd like to say that I won't be drinking beef broth again. It's just... YUCK! I couldn't even finish the whole can which I had for dinner. Yuck Yuck Yuck! I didn't finish my coors either, mainly because I felt bad for drinking at all (since my DR made it clear it's not allowed after surgery).

My first day at work was a nice change of pace from what I'm used to. For 5 years I was told that I'm not good, smart, quick or friendly enough to be promoted to director, and would always stay a manager. Here? They welcomed me with open arms, embraced the fact that I haven't been a director but they're willing to help me learn. It's odd how everyone besides my previous employer thinks I'm friendly. I was actually called "personable" by the owner of the company today, which was nice.

Lunch time rolled around and both women who are training me ordered out. One had a cheeseburger with fries - the other an Italian chicken sandwich with chips and a pickle. I LOVE PICKLES! Some people have a weakness of sweets or icecream or pasta. For me? It's pickles (and starch) but mostly pickles. I LOVE the crunch, the vinegar taste and the satisfaction I get from eating one.

I had my chicken broth, apple sauce and a water and gatorade. I'm not even sure if the apple sauce is allowed on the liquid diet (anyone know?) since it's technically not a liquid but more of a mushy. I feel like I cheated by accident.

When the women saw what I was eating, they asked what was in my thermos. I "fibbed" and told them it was chicken soup. I felt like if I told them it was chicken broth it would totally freak them out and start the rumor mill. Don't need that!

I made it though the day feeling okay - hungry - but okay. I'm still trying to convince myself that drinking something will keep me full. So far, I think it's a mind over matter situation. I hope it gets easier...

-Jen