Day 3: Cabbage soup and a mixture of the above fruit and vegetables.

Well, I still like the soup, but got upset with Mike for making a pumpkin trifle.  That is a huge temptation for me.  I had 2 teaspoons of it – to be honest.  Other then that, it’s going pretty well.

Pray for three specific areas where you desire for God to work in your spouse’s life and in your marriage.

Day 2: Cabbage soup, all the low-calorie vegetables you want (except beans, peas, or corn), and a baked potato with butter.

Dave’s Suggestions: “I would suggest cutting the baked potato into chunks. Then, heat the butter in the pan and add the potatoes and chopped up celery. Sprinkle on some onion and garlic powder and possibly even some salt and pepper if you are permitted.
Then, with the cabage and carrots I would suggest slicing them very finely and creating a sort of coleslaw.”

Mmmm!  I know what I’m having for supper.

Today’s dare is to Choose a way to show honor and respect to your spouse that is above your normal routine. I talked to him very nicely today.  No nagging, I supported his decisions and did little things to keep him happy all day.

I start my Super Soup diet today, and I’m actually looking forward to the challenge.  Here’s what today looks like:

Day 1: Cabbage soup and all the fruit you want except bananas. Drink unsweetened tea, black coffee, cranberry juice, or water.

Had my soup and then went to a bridal shower in the evening and had fruit bits for snack.  – A very good day!

Today’s dare is to Purposefully neglect an activity you would normally do so you can spend quality time with your spouse.  I stayed up and watched a movie with Mike when I was tired.

Today’s dare is to Talk with your spouse about establishing healthy rules of engagement and resolve to abide by them when the next disagreement occurs. We will try not to use personal attacks or the words “always” and “never”.

I’m attempting the Super Soup diet this next week, and I’ve enlisted the help of Crystal’s husband Dave who is an amazing cook.  You can visit his site at Dave’s Kitchen Revolution.  He’s creative and knows how to blend seasons, spices and tastes so that it’s a gourmet meal before you know it.  The boy’s got some skill.
Each time I’ve tried this diet, I’ve become bored and easily temped by day 4, so I’ve never actually completed it, but this time is different.  Dave will help by creating delicious options while staying within the paramiters of the diet.  I’m looking forward to this.

Here’s a typical recipe:
1 package dry onion soup mix
2 bouillon cubes, either chicken or beef
1 celery stick (not the whole stalk), diced
1/2 head green cabbage, diced
3 carrots, sliced
2 bell peppers, sliced
6 large green onions, or 1 large yellow, white or purple onion, diced
2 cans of tomatoes, diced or whole
Cooking spray
Salt, pepper, parsley, garlic powder, soy sauce to taste (or any other seasoning you like)

“Spray a large pot with cooking spray and saute all vegetables except cabbage and tomatoes until tender. Add cabbage and about 12 cups of water. Toss in bouillon cubes, soup mix, and seasonings. Cook until soup reaches desired tenderness; add tomatoes.
Dieters beware; you may encounter some gastrointestinal discomfort from the highly sulfurous cabbage and other gassy vegetables.”

Well, after years of procrastination, I am now signed up to sponsour a child through World Vision!  I’m ashamed that it has taken me this long.  I chose a girl because my heart aches for a daughter, and this way, I can save a life and sooth that need in me as well.  She’s from Africa.  I chose Africa because it’s Mike’s dream to go there one day.  I’ve never really had the urge to go with him due to my fear of flying, but if I were going to see her, I think I may be able to do it.  Even though I run the Steinbach Humane Society, my passion is people.  So, that’s the highlight of my day today.

When I explained to Kailer what we are doing and how much it will mean to her, he actually cried, which was touching.  My fear now is that he’ll never throw anything in the garbage again.

Today’s dare is to Demonstrate love by willingly choosing to give in to an area of disagreement between you and your spouse. Oh wow, this is not gonna be a fun one for me.  I’ll do it, but I can’t think of anything we really disagree on.