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Journal

Notes from the journey

This journal is where I document my ongoing wellness journey - the experiments, the setbacks, the small wins, and the lessons learned along the way.

The guides on this site represent my current approach, refined over time. But wellness isn't static. Bodies change, circumstances shift, and what works evolves. This journal captures that evolution in real-time.


What You'll Find Here

  • Progress updates from gym sessions and fitness milestones
  • Nutrition experiments - new recipes, meal adjustments, what's working
  • Reflections on living well with MS
  • Equipment and tools that make daily life easier
  • Honest assessments of what isn't working and why

Follow Along

Posts are dated and organized by topic. Browse the archive below or check back periodically for new entries.

I write when I have something worth sharing - no fixed schedule, just authentic updates from the journey.


Weekly Meal Plan

Week of January 19-25, 2026


DAILY MEAL PLAN

SUNDAY
Breakfast: Smoothie + Yogurt Bowl
500-580 cal | 40-43g protein
Lunch: 2/3 cup cottage cheese + veggies, hummus, Wasa
390-440 cal | 25-29g protein
Dinner: Mediterranean Salmon (CookUnity) + Salad

MONDAY
Breakfast: 2 Eggs on English Muffin
260 cal | 17g protein
Lunch: Salmon salad on baby greens
350-400 cal | 25-28g protein
Dinner: Lemon Baked Tilapia (CookUnity) + Broccoli

TUESDAY
Breakfast: Yogurt Bowl + 1 Egg on English Muffin
330-380 cal | 24-27g protein
Lunch: 1 cup edamame + veggies, hummus, Wasa
430-480 cal | 23-27g protein
Dinner: Gingery Salmon Cakes (CookUnity) + Salad

WEDNESDAY (Gym)
Breakfast: Smoothie + Yogurt Bowl
500-580 cal | 40-43g protein
Lunch: Salmon salad on baby greens
350-400 cal | 25-28g protein
Dinner: Out with Robert

THURSDAY
Breakfast: 2 Eggs on Bagel
430 cal | 22g protein
Lunch: 2/3 cup cottage cheese + veggies, hummus, Wasa
390-440 cal | 25-29g protein
Dinner: Penne with Spicy Pink Sauce (CookUnity) + Salad

FRIDAY (Gym)
Breakfast: Smoothie + Yogurt Bowl
500-580 cal | 40-43g protein
Lunch: 1 cup edamame + veggies, hummus, Wasa
430-480 cal | 23-27g protein
Dinner: Quinoa Power Bowl (CookUnity) + Broccoli

SATURDAY (Pool)
Breakfast: Smoothie + 1 Egg on English Muffin
480-550 cal | 32-36g protein
Lunch: 2/3 cup cottage cheese + veggies, hummus, Wasa
390-440 cal | 25-29g protein
Dinner: Takeout with Robert


SNACKS

After Dinner:
Tea + 1 Larabar
200-220 cal | 4-5g protein

Mid-Evening (choose one):
Apple + homemade peanut butter or almonds
Pineapple
Grapes
150-250 cal | 3-8g protein


WEEKLY COST SUMMARY

Category Cost
Breakfast $44.18
Lunch $30.65
Dinner (CookUnity + sides) $75.75
Snacks $25.20
TOTAL $175.78

Not included: Wednesday dinner out with Robert, Saturday takeout

Average cost per day: ~$25.11 (for home meals)