Daniel Fast - Day 8

Yesterday, I was 274; today I am 272. I'm liking this weight loss. BP is 116/38.

Last night, we had whole-wheat spaghetti with sauce made from tomatoes pureed in the blender with mushrooms, onions, and spices. Add a side of cooked carrots and a salad, and we had a regular meal. Unfortunately, it didn't last - by the time church was over, we were all hungry again. So popcorn filled in the hollow spots. Breakfast is mostly oatmeal and fruit; lunch has been salads and leftovers - not sure what today's lunch will bring, because we didn't leave anything last night!

So far, I have been documenting mostly the health benefits of this diet - strict vegetarian and then some. But the real purpose of the Daniel Fast is to draw closer to God - and that is happening, too. Last night's service was a prayer service, rather than the usual Wednesday night bible study. It was a pretty awesome time, feeling closer to God than I have for a long time. And this is a good thing.