Recovering From Summer, Part 2

Hello, Weight Watchers! Did last week's meeting help you re-commit to your weight-loss efforts? Visualizing our next goal can help us stay focused to fit into those pants, cross that finish line, or say "No, thanks!" to seconds at that celebration. YOU CAN DO IT!

SUMMER SNACK SALE - FINAL WEEK!
You have until Aug 29 to save up to $1.50 on your favorite sweet or salty 2-POINTS value snacks! All Just 2 POINTS bars (except Banana Nut Bread, which is already discounted) and salty snacks are on sale for just $3.50 per box! This includes our new Pizza Pretzel Thins!

NEW SEASON, NEW TASTES
Four new products are now in a meeting room near you! The Red Velvet Cake mini bar combines chewy cake with creamy frosting for a one POINTS value treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth! Pick up a box of 12 bars for only $7.50. Pizza Pretzel Thins satisfy that need for crunch and cheesy, saucy goodness for far less POINTS values than a real slice! A box of six two-POINTS value pouches is on sale for $3.50 until Aug 29.

The Comfort Classics cookbook is full of simple, quick, and satisfying recipes for only $10. It's going quick, so pick up your copy today! Last (but definitely not least!), the White Chocolate Peppermint smoothie is a great chocolate fix with a subtle hint of peppermint. It makes a great breakfast or snack, and a box of seven one-POINTS value pouches is only $7.50.

CAPEHART FEDERAL BUILDING AT-WORK MEMBERS
It's not too late to sign up - if we recruit five more members this week, everyone will qualify for the 17-week savings series. Get five additional weeks of meetings and 19 weeks of free eTools (a $57 value) for only $42. Please encourage anyone who may even be a little interested in Weight Watchers to contact me or attend our next meeting. I KNOW WE CAN DO IT!

COVANCE AT WORK MEMBERS
Please plan to attend our Open House meeting on August 28. We will be doing a recipe swap, so bring several copies of your favorite WW-friendly recipe to share!

ROLLS-ROYCE AT-WORK MEMBERS
Please plan to attend our Open House meeting on August 31. We will be doing a recipe swap, so bring several copies of your favorite WW-friendly recipe to share!

HAVE YOU BEEN OUTSIDE LATELY?
I know it's supposed to warm back up a little, but the weather has been perfect for a morning or evening stroll for the last week or so. Take care of yourself with a nice, relaxing walk and earn some APs as a bonus!

ARTICLES OF NOTE

• 25 Little Tips for Big Weight Loss
• 10 Shopping Tips for Families
• A New World

This week, we will continue to discuss strategies to get back on track after summer. What was working for you before? What tools, support, and foods do you need in your life to be successful? Pick up the piece and approach this new week like it was your first week on Weight Watchers!

Have a great week, everyone! I'll see you at your meeting!

Cyndi

Most people never run far enough on their first wind to find out they've got a second. Give your dreams all you've got and you'll be amazed at the energy that comes out of you.
--William James

Ham and Chickpea Salad (Works with the Simply Filling Technique)
Makes 4 servings (1 cup each)
POINTS® value per serving: 3

◊1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
◊1/4 pound sliced lean ham, cut into strips
◊1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
◊1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
◊1 small red onion, chopped
2 Tbsp apple-cider vinegar
2 tsp olive oil
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Serve at once or refrigerate, covered, overnight.

Recipe adapted from Weight Watchers® Cookbook All Time Favorites © 2008 Weight Watchers® International Inc. All Rights Reserved.