I am 41 and am 5'0".
I know what you mean about getting bored with the food and needing variety. You say you miss crunchy things? How about pork rinds? I have them made with a creamcheese salsa dip. Also, I don't care much for beef so I have a lot of chicken and fish also.
It does get boring. I did try a new recipe for dinner. I sauteed a little onion in butter, then added 1 can of salmon and some creamcheese. Very good!
About the exercise. That is something I love to do but haven't had much time for. I won't be able to start today. Today is my last day of school, so I have to get there very early and then after that I have to go to work.
I will start walking again tomorrow. I'll let you know how it goes.
Have a good day turner!