Whole30: Taking My Life Back: Round 2, Day 26: Bravery and Hollandaise

One day closer to the end of my very first Whole30. I am planning my attack for the "reintroduction phase" after Day 30 is over. That phase is included in the program so that there isn't a sugar fest on Day 31. I have every desire to continue to make future food decisions based on knowledge and not emotions. I have learned an incredible amount in the last 32 days. I feel more prepared to tackle health claims spouted by the media, I'm more interested in the content of a meal and making sure it is complete and healthy, and I've become much more product savvy. I feel armed and ready to step outside of my W30 guidelines. I'm actually getting excited about it rather than being fearful as I had been before. Hopefully I'll be completely prepared in four days.

It's nearing the end of the month and our initial grocery budget has basically run out. It's been interesting to see what I can throw together for meals every day based on what little we have in our fridge. It takes creativity, that's for sure. There are few out there who would dispute that eating healthier is more expensive than eating processed foods, but in our house, it's been a little more than marginal. I'm actually surprised at this. And a little relieved. We don't go out to eat nearly as often as we had before, and that really helps. Since this new way of eating is something we plan on continuing as a family, we've had to make some financial adjustments. It is so worth it!

In other news, today I made hollandaise. HOLLANDAISE. Honestly, it's not that hard to make, it's just been an intimidating prospect for me until recently. It's been one of those things I admired other foodies for making and never thought I'd be successful. But lo and behold, I succeeded. It was so good, too. I feel so brave. Observe: