Lost two pounds last week. Am down to 163. That's about what I weighed when I conceived my son six years ago. Bought size 16 pants to celebrate (in the regular ladies section--not plus size section). I caught my husband "giving me the eye" a couple of days ago.
As far as taking breaks I find I'm in need of them during the weekend. I try to listen to my body for what it's needing. I made a conscious decision to have a small ice cream cone last night. I'll make up for it during the week. Last week after a long rehearsal I found I needed a little something because I was feeling shakey and light headed. I had a couple of slices of turkey lunch meat and a cup of milk and was all better.
Good luck to everyone for the last week of August.
Beth