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Since joining WW I've tried to go out of my comfort zone a little, forcing myself to try new things. One of those was trying new recipes. I have to say, this recipe from WW was really easy to make, was super fast in the oven, and tasted great. And as someone who hates eating breakfast, this was a fast and easy way to get some nutrients into my body early in the day (it paired really well with my coffee!). Bonus: it was gluten and dairy-free AND my kids loved it (probably because of the chocolate chips). Peanut Butter, Banana, and Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies 2-3 Personal Points per serving  Serves: 16 Serving size: 1 cookie Ingredients Banana(s):   3 small, ripe Uncooked old fashioned oats: 1.5 cups Powdered peanut butter: 1⁄3 cup Table salt: 1⁄4 tsp   Mini semisweet chocolate chips: 1⁄3 cup Instructions Preheat the oven to 350°F.  Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, mash bananas with a fork. Stir in oats, peanut butter powder, and salt, if desired.  Fold i

I did a thing. I joined WW (Weight Watchers) a few weeks ago. Here's why: In January I committed to completing Dry January (no alcohol), walking 10,000 steps a day, and tracking my calories. I had a bet with my mom and sister-in-law to lose 5 pounds that month and guess what? I lost 4.5 pounds! I was so excited. That's the most weight I've ever lost in a single month in my entire life.  But then, as always, the next month rolled around and I started to slip. Self-sabotage is a legit thing for me when it comes to weight loss. I get cocky and overconfident and "forget" to plan meals or keep track of what I'm eating. I haven't pushed myself to move my body, and, since Dry January was donezo I did partake quite a bit in some vino. And with the wine come snacks. And with snacks, come more snacks until I've completely obliterated my goals. Hense all the added calories I consumed and the weight I gained. Long story short, I gained the 4.5 pounds back in just