So....today was week 4.5 of my jogging 'couch potato to 5k' training. I'm down .5 due to weird cold/illness. I tell you what, getting out and exercising on a regular basis really makes you notice if things are off. Three times this week I've got two 5-minute jogs, along with a couple 3-minute jogs in the 'training' schedule. I don't know how people can like jogging. Will it hit me? Will I hate it? I don't hate it at the moment, but ask me again next week, when there are 8 minutes of solid jogging. Are my feet supposed to hurt? They tingle when I'm done jogging. Right now as I type this. I mean, don't get me wrong, my thighs already feel firmer and my muffin top doesn't jiggle as much.....I know and see the benefits, but why isn't that really 'motivating' me?
Perhaps I'm sabotaging myself to keep the fat on and the minimal chest I have left. I plan on going to a 'bra - sizing' thing with a friend when she gets back from vacation. My Mom tells me it will be the best thing ever, I think it will depress me more than ever and bring me right-back to the small-chested girl I was in high school.....oh joy.
Transcripts came in from one of the colleges, not as bad as I had imagined.....now to receive the Junior College transcripts. Why rush right? I've decided to find out if I have to take any additional classes before I take any other 'teachers' tests. Why spend the money if I have to first take classes somewhere else first......right?
Busy weekend, lots of yard work, it was spectacular outside this weekend! My Father-in-Law and Father's birthday are this week. Two parties on Sunday, two wiped out kids today! YEAH! Sweet Pea's six year old cousin was disappointed in that she hasn't lost any teeth yet and here Sweet Pea has lost two! Had great visits with my family and the in-laws. I love my in-laws, they're easy and entertaining and I pretty much always have fun! So, good family, good fun!
I forgot to buy my Dad a birthday card at the grocery store today. The kids and I will be making one tonight.....does that count?
Monday, November 9, 2009
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Busy Days
Big news in the household! Sweet Pea lost a tooth yesterday. Mommy was sadly weepy in the car and each time I think about how fast she's growing up! Second major news flash, she lost the second one too! Also yesterday. Wow, it really does go fast! Excuse the boogs, nobody's perfect.... ; )
Well, isn't it normal that just when I'm checking out schooling ideas I get some Phase II experience at work? Today I measured water depths in wells AND performed an asbestos survey. Sounds fascinating huh?
I'd much rather be here:
http://www.weheka.co.nz/
where my brother and sister-in-law are. They are viewing 3,000 year old whale-bone carvings, and are seeing Fox Glacier.......
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Milestones
OMG!!! Well, my first big brag is that Sweet Pea lost her first tooth and isn't even 5 yet!!!! She went into to get her permanent molars sealed. She's got 3 in already, one more to go. The hygienist bumped the already extremely loose teeth and suggested I pull them tonight. They were so loose while I was buckling her up, I asked her if she wanted me to pull one out. I was shocked when she said yes! It came out so fast and a little blood with some gauze to catch it and it was done! I was weepy in the car and now writing this. O M G...... she's growing up so, so fast! Happy and sad at the same time! We're waiting for Daddy to get home for the surprise! Yes, I've already taken pictures but I don't have my downloading thingamajig.....I think for some reason, it's at work.....arrrghhhh! So I'll be posting pictures tomorrow....sometime.
I've got to work again tomorrow, I've got two projects to work on. This hasn't happened in a while so I'm a little motivated and happy!!
This morning I applied to a school for a Masters of Arts Degree to teach Secondary Schools (grades 6-12), or something like that. I ordered my transcripts to be sent to both the school and myself. After hearing and reading what is what was needed to obtain my teaching certificate, I have this quiver in my stomach that I won't even come close to what would be necessary and I'll have to take a ton of make up courses. Let's just say that I am NOT a good test taker. I attended EVERY college class sober, none hung over, none sick. I believed I missed one day of school, which was one class, the entire four years of college. It was always such a challenge for me, school that is. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Geography and Environmental Planning. If I ever wanted to improve my grades in school, I always took a math or art class. Geography intrigues me. I found it interesting, the locations, the cultures, the everything.....I loved social studies in school and subscribed to National Geographic. I had researched into this once before. A couple of years ago, maybe even three before Handsome was born. I didn't have much spousal support then and not too much now, but I think I owe it to myself to do a little research to see what it would take.
Today my brother is going on a hiking/rafting adventure on the Nile River in New Zealand. I find it ironic that one Brother is currently on a National Geographic trip to New Zealand and his twin Brother thought it was awesome to go on an Alaskan cruise including a helicopter trip to a glacier. I heard all about what I had learned in school, but no one wanted to hear about it then......ironic isn't it? Guess I'll just have to dream about trips like that........for now.....
I've got to work again tomorrow, I've got two projects to work on. This hasn't happened in a while so I'm a little motivated and happy!!
This morning I applied to a school for a Masters of Arts Degree to teach Secondary Schools (grades 6-12), or something like that. I ordered my transcripts to be sent to both the school and myself. After hearing and reading what is what was needed to obtain my teaching certificate, I have this quiver in my stomach that I won't even come close to what would be necessary and I'll have to take a ton of make up courses. Let's just say that I am NOT a good test taker. I attended EVERY college class sober, none hung over, none sick. I believed I missed one day of school, which was one class, the entire four years of college. It was always such a challenge for me, school that is. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Geography and Environmental Planning. If I ever wanted to improve my grades in school, I always took a math or art class. Geography intrigues me. I found it interesting, the locations, the cultures, the everything.....I loved social studies in school and subscribed to National Geographic. I had researched into this once before. A couple of years ago, maybe even three before Handsome was born. I didn't have much spousal support then and not too much now, but I think I owe it to myself to do a little research to see what it would take.
Today my brother is going on a hiking/rafting adventure on the Nile River in New Zealand. I find it ironic that one Brother is currently on a National Geographic trip to New Zealand and his twin Brother thought it was awesome to go on an Alaskan cruise including a helicopter trip to a glacier. I heard all about what I had learned in school, but no one wanted to hear about it then......ironic isn't it? Guess I'll just have to dream about trips like that........for now.....
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
New Zealand
Remind me to tell you about lucky people and New Zealand. Long story short, my Brother and Sister in Law won a National Geographic Trip to New Zealand. This is where they are today the Abel Tasman National Park!
(Photo taken by Steffen Hillebrand, near Totaranui, Abel Tasman National Park, NZ)
Information Night
Tonight I'm heading to a local college to see what it will take to be a teacher. I'd like to teach High School, would love art, but will settle for earth science. I've had enough goings on with work, and this afternoon again I've been told there's a 'big board meeting'. My brain hurts with all the meetings that have occurred already. The aftermath of these meetings, usually 1-2 months later, there are lay-offs. My luck they'll let me go and I'll have begun my schooling. There's a program that I can attend that'll take 18 months (or so) and $20K.....got that in my back pocket.....right! I'm a big believer in signs so perhaps this IS the best time to do this. The very least I can do is get my transcripts and go over them with a counselor.
I wasn't that fantastic of a student. My grades kind of blew in college and if I needed to pick up my grades, I took an Art class or a Math class. Studying for tests and stress wipes me out mentally and I usually end up with stress headaches after tests and long days. I'm having one right now, but I'm not sure why THAT is....
So here's a picture of the kids from Halloween.
The picture was taken BEFORE Handsome took a header into the neighbor's driveway. He slipped on his trick-or-treat bag and face-planted in the driveway. Nothing makes you feel crappier than hearing that echo of a thud when your child's head hits something so hard. He didn't even get to say trick-or-treat. My poor sweet boy! Sweet Pea and I traveled the neighborhood, but I was anxious the entire time just wanting to get home. Thankfully, the weather was cold and it went fast. His badge of courage is road rash next to his mouth and a little on his lip. I have no idea how he missed falling on his nose, chin, and not hurting himself more than he did.
I wasn't that fantastic of a student. My grades kind of blew in college and if I needed to pick up my grades, I took an Art class or a Math class. Studying for tests and stress wipes me out mentally and I usually end up with stress headaches after tests and long days. I'm having one right now, but I'm not sure why THAT is....
So here's a picture of the kids from Halloween.
The picture was taken BEFORE Handsome took a header into the neighbor's driveway. He slipped on his trick-or-treat bag and face-planted in the driveway. Nothing makes you feel crappier than hearing that echo of a thud when your child's head hits something so hard. He didn't even get to say trick-or-treat. My poor sweet boy! Sweet Pea and I traveled the neighborhood, but I was anxious the entire time just wanting to get home. Thankfully, the weather was cold and it went fast. His badge of courage is road rash next to his mouth and a little on his lip. I have no idea how he missed falling on his nose, chin, and not hurting himself more than he did.
Monday, November 2, 2009
I'm Done with My Break
Yes, I know dear sweet blog that I've avoided you for too long!
Perhaps my funk is over. Perhaps I'm on a new mission. Perhaps I'm super jealous of my brother and sister-in-law who are on a trip to New Zealand through National GEographic that they won last year! Today they are adventuring in a Winery! Man, oh man. A lot is going on in others lives, but not so much my own. Guess I have to creat drama. Although I can't complain as I love, love, love being at home with the kids!
I'm going to start researching going back to school for teaching.....High School. Who wants to try and talk me out of it? Stand in line, right behind Husband.....
The only other news I've got going on is that I'm on week 4 of "from couch potato to 5k". I have no races that I'm signed up for as of yet, but I'd love to be down to pre-pregnancy BEFORE Sweet Pea turns 5! That means about 6 more weeks! Whoah!
So my decision today has been to make the call to see what would be involved for me to get my teaching certificate..... If i do this, I had researched it would take $20K and a year and a half of night school.......here we go...
Perhaps my funk is over. Perhaps I'm on a new mission. Perhaps I'm super jealous of my brother and sister-in-law who are on a trip to New Zealand through National GEographic that they won last year! Today they are adventuring in a Winery! Man, oh man. A lot is going on in others lives, but not so much my own. Guess I have to creat drama. Although I can't complain as I love, love, love being at home with the kids!
I'm going to start researching going back to school for teaching.....High School. Who wants to try and talk me out of it? Stand in line, right behind Husband.....
The only other news I've got going on is that I'm on week 4 of "from couch potato to 5k". I have no races that I'm signed up for as of yet, but I'd love to be down to pre-pregnancy BEFORE Sweet Pea turns 5! That means about 6 more weeks! Whoah!
So my decision today has been to make the call to see what would be involved for me to get my teaching certificate..... If i do this, I had researched it would take $20K and a year and a half of night school.......here we go...
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Susie Homemaker?
Nope, not Susie Homemaker, nor Martha Stewart nor Betty Crocker could create this kind of crap. I have to make mini-cupcakes for Sweet Pea's Tea Party for her Preschool......My first attempt at the mini cupcakes included under cooking just enough for the muffins to be cooked, but NOT to come out of the tin. My second attempt even got more creative as I went in the direction of new and unusual. I had tried to make cupcake filled mini ice cream cones. The result was what looked like a melted ice-cream cone, which I thought was pretty funny, but not to send to preschool with my Mom and daughter tomorrow.
It's been pouring all day the house was a wreck and now it's a semi-wreck. I still have to cook dinner, work for work (because I've become sort of a slacker - it happens when there isn't any work) AND attempt to cook mini-muffins again.......I've got nothing but time on my hands.
I'd love to post more, but I've avoided work far too long!
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Busy, Busy, Busy
Well, for the past two weeks I've been healing and so has Handsome. My recovery from vericose vein surgery went relatively smoothly. I'm still bruised and I think two areas of stitching were rather deep and will probably scar, but what can you do? I feel as if I have aged, only because who, before they are 40, gets vericose veins removed in their leg?!?!?!? The awesome news is that even though there's been some wicked weather, hot, cool, cold, raininy, snowy, my leg has never felt better! Weee! I was shocked when insurance said yes, I was just preparing for a long battle after they said 'no' to the surgery, but they didn't! I and the ladies in the Dr.s office were shocked. Hooray for Husband's Insurance coverage!
Handsome's surgery is another delicate matter, literally. Regarding that surgery I will only say, I'm so glad we did it now that he's so young and not do it when he's older.......The recovery is very difficult in such a sensitive area, but he's such a sweet little boy, most of the day you'd never know he had surgery a week ago!
You know, they say kids heal faster, but I can't imagine how long it would take to heal if he were older! He shivers at every diaper change.....my poor sweet strong little man! I'm still nervous about everything healing appropriately and avoiding infection, they say the percentage of the area becoming infected is remote....but as a Momma, you still worry! By the way, I wouldn't recommend having ANY parents remove the 'bandage' as it comes off after surgery, it was heart-wrenching......the nurses prepared us well and said to just keep going and get it over with.....we did it, or Husband did it.....
I'm guessing he'll be able to handle a drive down to St. Louis for Easter. I'm looking orward to happy posts!
An aroma from a certain diaper is calling, I bid you farewell for today!
Handsome's surgery is another delicate matter, literally. Regarding that surgery I will only say, I'm so glad we did it now that he's so young and not do it when he's older.......The recovery is very difficult in such a sensitive area, but he's such a sweet little boy, most of the day you'd never know he had surgery a week ago!
You know, they say kids heal faster, but I can't imagine how long it would take to heal if he were older! He shivers at every diaper change.....my poor sweet strong little man! I'm still nervous about everything healing appropriately and avoiding infection, they say the percentage of the area becoming infected is remote....but as a Momma, you still worry! By the way, I wouldn't recommend having ANY parents remove the 'bandage' as it comes off after surgery, it was heart-wrenching......the nurses prepared us well and said to just keep going and get it over with.....we did it, or Husband did it.....
I'm guessing he'll be able to handle a drive down to St. Louis for Easter. I'm looking orward to happy posts!
An aroma from a certain diaper is calling, I bid you farewell for today!
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Don't Ask Don't Tell
Just forget about the weight thing for now.....it just seems like I have no time for exercise and with a 'procedure' coming up later this month, I have no desire. I am trying to eat right and I've given up candy for the Lenten season.....It's everywhere at work, many of my favorites.....it's my downfall to my diet......Jolly Rancher's, little Snicker snack thingys, and I even eyed some Twizzlers at my Brother In Law's this past Sunday. It's everywhere and they are all against me!
In the realm of good news, we got our taxes done. The bad part being Husband wants to shove it all in savings where I'd love to pay off some credit card debt. Not that it's bad mind you, but I'm at the highest I've ever been. I did talk him into contributing to the kid's savings. They deserve it!
I've banished myself to a torture budget, which I unknowingly kicked to the curb last week and went $57 OVER budget. I only get $93 this week to make up for last week's insane purchase frenzy. That probably sounds like a lot, but with diapers, dog food, etc. last week was a crazy spending fiasco. Husband insists he'll be paying for the food for Handsome's birthday party....we'll see.
Husband is on my poop list. We, when I say we, I mean HE, had a company come out two weeks ago to measure our basement windows for covers so that skunks will no longer spray in our window wells. I received what I thought was a quote for the covers, $710 for 3 window covers with metal grates. Husband went out to look at the windows as I had pleaded with him to check out the local hardware store as they were $80 each , but were only the plastic part.......he comes back inside and asks if my father installed covers. I say no. Apparently I didn't read a quote, I read an INVOICE!!!!?!?!?!?!?!?!? Holy $hit! We just spent $400 more than we should have!!??!!? We never authorized the work, but conveniently, they are EXACTLY what Husband wanted......... I so would've rather paid off more of my credit card bill!!!!!! I'm not letting Husband off too easily as I told him to give them a call and tell them we NEVER authorized the work......::Note to self, NEVER LET HUSBAND SET ANYTHING UP IN THE FUTURE!!!!::
In the children department, if someone would tell me what I can do to make my child eat normal food, it would be much appreciated. Handsome is still on a refusal to eat anything that will make me gag diet(perhaps I should try this), which includes any solid food that involves chewing. Pasta is alright, hot dogs are alright, yogurt, ice cream, puffs, my choices are limited. I think it's time to break out the blender and start pureeing some chicken so at least he'll eat it......
Sweet Pea has had an attitude lately. I can't seem to find the right method to counteract it. I can't get her in time out to save the life of me and I've threatened spankings. I won't spank her as now that seems to be the easy way out. How do you reason with a four year old? I'm not giving up......I know 50% is my fault.......Not that she's terrible mind you, I get compliments on how wonderful she is......just not in the safety of her own home where she can be herself! ::wink:: Oh, she's also a crappy eater. I could give both of my children ice cream and cake for dinner and they would both still eat horribly.
In the realm of good news, we got our taxes done. The bad part being Husband wants to shove it all in savings where I'd love to pay off some credit card debt. Not that it's bad mind you, but I'm at the highest I've ever been. I did talk him into contributing to the kid's savings. They deserve it!
I've banished myself to a torture budget, which I unknowingly kicked to the curb last week and went $57 OVER budget. I only get $93 this week to make up for last week's insane purchase frenzy. That probably sounds like a lot, but with diapers, dog food, etc. last week was a crazy spending fiasco. Husband insists he'll be paying for the food for Handsome's birthday party....we'll see.
Husband is on my poop list. We, when I say we, I mean HE, had a company come out two weeks ago to measure our basement windows for covers so that skunks will no longer spray in our window wells. I received what I thought was a quote for the covers, $710 for 3 window covers with metal grates. Husband went out to look at the windows as I had pleaded with him to check out the local hardware store as they were $80 each , but were only the plastic part.......he comes back inside and asks if my father installed covers. I say no. Apparently I didn't read a quote, I read an INVOICE!!!!?!?!?!?!?!?!? Holy $hit! We just spent $400 more than we should have!!??!!? We never authorized the work, but conveniently, they are EXACTLY what Husband wanted......... I so would've rather paid off more of my credit card bill!!!!!! I'm not letting Husband off too easily as I told him to give them a call and tell them we NEVER authorized the work......::Note to self, NEVER LET HUSBAND SET ANYTHING UP IN THE FUTURE!!!!::
In the children department, if someone would tell me what I can do to make my child eat normal food, it would be much appreciated. Handsome is still on a refusal to eat anything that will make me gag diet(perhaps I should try this), which includes any solid food that involves chewing. Pasta is alright, hot dogs are alright, yogurt, ice cream, puffs, my choices are limited. I think it's time to break out the blender and start pureeing some chicken so at least he'll eat it......
Sweet Pea has had an attitude lately. I can't seem to find the right method to counteract it. I can't get her in time out to save the life of me and I've threatened spankings. I won't spank her as now that seems to be the easy way out. How do you reason with a four year old? I'm not giving up......I know 50% is my fault.......Not that she's terrible mind you, I get compliments on how wonderful she is......just not in the safety of her own home where she can be herself! ::wink:: Oh, she's also a crappy eater. I could give both of my children ice cream and cake for dinner and they would both still eat horribly.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
BFF
Well, last night I spoke to my High School BFF whom I hadn't spoke to in 13 years!?!?!? After Junior College we kind of parted ways, she went off to College and I stayed home and went to a local college. I met Husband during College and when I spoke to her about Husband I unknowingly filtered much of the information and mostly spoke of the things that were wrong and included nothing that was positive. My theory is she probably couldn't understand why I would want to stay with this guy, and if I had heard only what I had told her, I would've thought the same. That's my guess as to why we split as friends even further. It's a guess......but I always knew Husband had a good heart, and he still does.
After the 1.5 hour phone call I lay in bed thinking of a few embarrassing things that happened while we were BFF in High School (ughh......don't want to even go through one of them), but also the many fun times we had which way out-weighed the negatives. She and I were inseparable in High School. Although we hadn't spoken for years, I felt that pang in my stomach when she told me about the fall out with her husband. I even welled with some tears. Strange, I was so sad that she was hurt even though I hadn't talked to her in so long.
I have now learned that people are in your life for a reason, some to stay, some to not stay and I'm o'kay with that. Perhaps we'll meet up in the future, perhaps not, but it was sure good to talk with her!
Big day tomorrow! Fashion Show at pre-school! My little starlet is so excited to walk on the TABLE....errrr 'runway'!!!!
After the 1.5 hour phone call I lay in bed thinking of a few embarrassing things that happened while we were BFF in High School (ughh......don't want to even go through one of them), but also the many fun times we had which way out-weighed the negatives. She and I were inseparable in High School. Although we hadn't spoken for years, I felt that pang in my stomach when she told me about the fall out with her husband. I even welled with some tears. Strange, I was so sad that she was hurt even though I hadn't talked to her in so long.
I have now learned that people are in your life for a reason, some to stay, some to not stay and I'm o'kay with that. Perhaps we'll meet up in the future, perhaps not, but it was sure good to talk with her!
Big day tomorrow! Fashion Show at pre-school! My little starlet is so excited to walk on the TABLE....errrr 'runway'!!!!
Monday, February 23, 2009
Failure
WOW! THAT was fast! You bet it was! I worked out on Friday afternoon, only to have Husband make fun of me when he came in and I was trying to work out.....oh, PLUS I weighed myself this morning....back up to the same poundage I was....life is beginning to suck in the working out/being athletic department.
First things first, I have done that Jillian 30 minute shred thing three times, my knees hurt for two days afterwards after each time. I'm not that heavy, but something about my knees isn't as forgiving as it used to be.
Saturday was filled with getting myself and the kids ready for my nephew's birthday party. Husband's assistance included getting the kid's shoes and hats on......my list consisted of waking up, taking out my neighbor's dogs, feeding the kids breakfast, feeding the dog, bathing the kids, giving the kids lunch, doing the dishes, playing with the kids, giving the kids lunch, putting both kids down for a nap (a very short nap), showering myself (fast - I may say), going next door again to let the dogs out, drying my hair over there as to not wake the sleeping kids .....in the mean time, Husband comes home from work, sits down on the couch......and rests.....and rests....I run back upstairs, finish getting dressed, put on makeup, wake up kids, gather clothing, dress them......you get the picture no? We're 45 minutes late to the party.....
The party was actually funner than they've been in the past. When you've got the youngest children at the party, everybody wants to pick them up.....up the stairs, at the top of the stairs, on the wood floor, on the furniture, etc. We were constantly on 'kid watch' (both ours and neices and nephews). It's not the other kids' fault, since they don't have younger siblings, or very young siblings....they don't understand being 'gentle'. I found myself being able to enjoy the party and my brothers a little more....doesn't take much though....
I was dead Sat. night, but still had to go next door to let the dogs out before the night was over, I kept falling asleep and Husband woke me after the kids watched a show. Note he didn't offer to go next door himself..... ::eye roll:: So I survived and let the dogs out at 10:00 pm and back to my couch where I watched SNL til 11:00 pm and wandered into bed around 1:30 am.....oh the exciting life I lead.
So needless to say, I didn't get much done on the working out schedule. And on Sunday I had no desire to be picked on by Husband. So I hope to get a double workout in today and head back to using neighbor's elliptical trainer machine.....
Handsome's party has been moved to a week before his actual birthday, with upcoming procedures on both myself and Handsome, he wouldn't have gotten a party until the end of April, and that's just not fair.....I took many horrible pictures trying to get one for his invitation.....No such luck today....
This was one of the best I got.....
Cute, but the boy doesn't look 'happy'......
Tomorrow is another day.....
First things first, I have done that Jillian 30 minute shred thing three times, my knees hurt for two days afterwards after each time. I'm not that heavy, but something about my knees isn't as forgiving as it used to be.
Saturday was filled with getting myself and the kids ready for my nephew's birthday party. Husband's assistance included getting the kid's shoes and hats on......my list consisted of waking up, taking out my neighbor's dogs, feeding the kids breakfast, feeding the dog, bathing the kids, giving the kids lunch, doing the dishes, playing with the kids, giving the kids lunch, putting both kids down for a nap (a very short nap), showering myself (fast - I may say), going next door again to let the dogs out, drying my hair over there as to not wake the sleeping kids .....in the mean time, Husband comes home from work, sits down on the couch......and rests.....and rests....I run back upstairs, finish getting dressed, put on makeup, wake up kids, gather clothing, dress them......you get the picture no? We're 45 minutes late to the party.....
The party was actually funner than they've been in the past. When you've got the youngest children at the party, everybody wants to pick them up.....up the stairs, at the top of the stairs, on the wood floor, on the furniture, etc. We were constantly on 'kid watch' (both ours and neices and nephews). It's not the other kids' fault, since they don't have younger siblings, or very young siblings....they don't understand being 'gentle'. I found myself being able to enjoy the party and my brothers a little more....doesn't take much though....
I was dead Sat. night, but still had to go next door to let the dogs out before the night was over, I kept falling asleep and Husband woke me after the kids watched a show. Note he didn't offer to go next door himself..... ::eye roll:: So I survived and let the dogs out at 10:00 pm and back to my couch where I watched SNL til 11:00 pm and wandered into bed around 1:30 am.....oh the exciting life I lead.
So needless to say, I didn't get much done on the working out schedule. And on Sunday I had no desire to be picked on by Husband. So I hope to get a double workout in today and head back to using neighbor's elliptical trainer machine.....
Handsome's party has been moved to a week before his actual birthday, with upcoming procedures on both myself and Handsome, he wouldn't have gotten a party until the end of April, and that's just not fair.....I took many horrible pictures trying to get one for his invitation.....No such luck today....
This was one of the best I got.....
Cute, but the boy doesn't look 'happy'......
Tomorrow is another day.....
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Hello Again!
Well, I've avoided you for too long I see. I am back. I hope in full force.
I have yet again started a 'new me' program....It consists of NOT stuffing my face and trying to work out at least 4 times a week, this includes walking/jogging the dog, and my new found exercise buddy, ON Demand exercise. I've been wandering around this 2 Weeks To A New You choice and I've tried several of the workouts, even doubled up on some and even tripled. Don't get too excited, some of the workouts are only 10 minutes long! But the big deal is today, I've printed myself out the Two Week Plan for the 2 Weeks, New You. I think I can even start tomorrow as it's Friday and I can get in that 30 minute work-out plan with Jillian Michael's (you know, of TV's Biggest Loser).
I am really trying to keep my promise of losing those last 10 pounds, which sadly means getting my bootie in gear and exercising off the weighted thighs and booty. Now, mind you 10 pounds doesn't sound like a lot, but I know my body used to be 'BAM!' Nice abs, nice booty (big, but nice), muscular thighs. Chestal area....not so much BAM, sort of a "HUH?".
So having begun this weird 'diet' of sorts 2 weeks ago, I am at the 'thin' portion of my monthly grind. I weighed myself and I was down 3 pounds from where I started. I'm not holding me to that, as I know I'll gain most of it back in a week. So I need to get down 7.5 more pounds. That is my goal.
At least 2 weeks ago, I purchased a 12 pack of beer ......just for me. I have had several days where I promise myself I can have a beer, however, I first must get things done, such as feed kids lunch, check in at work, do work, do laundry, clean something, set up an appointment, etc. by the end of the day, I don't get that beer and even if I remember close to the end of the night....it's simply NOT worth it to me. Sad, I think that's a sign of being older, even beer has to wait. So the 12 pack remains unopened. What a sad state of affairs?!!? Then, another thought comes to mind.......everyone deserves a good night out don't they? Girls night out hasn't been the same group, nor have we been 'out'. Lots of 'home' parties in Jan and Feb. ..... too many really. I'm still broke! One more to go, then we're hopefully done and can get down to cheap nights with lots of laughs!
Weee!.......? Tomorrow I begin!
I have yet again started a 'new me' program....It consists of NOT stuffing my face and trying to work out at least 4 times a week, this includes walking/jogging the dog, and my new found exercise buddy, ON Demand exercise. I've been wandering around this 2 Weeks To A New You choice and I've tried several of the workouts, even doubled up on some and even tripled. Don't get too excited, some of the workouts are only 10 minutes long! But the big deal is today, I've printed myself out the Two Week Plan for the 2 Weeks, New You. I think I can even start tomorrow as it's Friday and I can get in that 30 minute work-out plan with Jillian Michael's (you know, of TV's Biggest Loser).
I am really trying to keep my promise of losing those last 10 pounds, which sadly means getting my bootie in gear and exercising off the weighted thighs and booty. Now, mind you 10 pounds doesn't sound like a lot, but I know my body used to be 'BAM!' Nice abs, nice booty (big, but nice), muscular thighs. Chestal area....not so much BAM, sort of a "HUH?".
So having begun this weird 'diet' of sorts 2 weeks ago, I am at the 'thin' portion of my monthly grind. I weighed myself and I was down 3 pounds from where I started. I'm not holding me to that, as I know I'll gain most of it back in a week. So I need to get down 7.5 more pounds. That is my goal.
At least 2 weeks ago, I purchased a 12 pack of beer ......just for me. I have had several days where I promise myself I can have a beer, however, I first must get things done, such as feed kids lunch, check in at work, do work, do laundry, clean something, set up an appointment, etc. by the end of the day, I don't get that beer and even if I remember close to the end of the night....it's simply NOT worth it to me. Sad, I think that's a sign of being older, even beer has to wait. So the 12 pack remains unopened. What a sad state of affairs?!!? Then, another thought comes to mind.......everyone deserves a good night out don't they? Girls night out hasn't been the same group, nor have we been 'out'. Lots of 'home' parties in Jan and Feb. ..... too many really. I'm still broke! One more to go, then we're hopefully done and can get down to cheap nights with lots of laughs!
Weee!.......? Tomorrow I begin!
Friday, January 2, 2009
Just Do It!
This is going to be my motto this year. Like a bolt of lightening, it hit me the other day. Don't say I'm going to (insert well intended, but no follow through thought here).....instead..... Just Do It. New Year's Eve I ran around getting many things done. Things that I should've done earlier this month, this year, whatever the case. I'm hoping this sticks with me. I got so much done, I truly had a blank slate for the New Year (almost as I forgot to send a receipt to our insurance 'credit' card for expenses and a gift receipt to my niece). BUT I am not including the things I think of to remember that I actually forget to do.....I know that's weird but you know how you think of something and then start to go do it and forget what you went there for? Well, with 2 kids, a Husband and a dog in the house, that quest can abruptly turn into a request for water, milk, dog feeding, a toy, or helping going potty. So some items were forgotten, but that's minimal for a New Year.
I just realized my Husband does not request much from me......really. He doesn't mention that I've been horrible at housekeeping or cooking (actually I recently got a compliment on an awesome stew I made!!! KUDOS to me!). So, I guess I'm grateful for that. I think my neglect of household duties put a strain on things and I think, or at least feel I'm off to a good start this year. Granted, it's only January 2nd. But hey, I takes what I can get!
I had my family over for the New Year, my folks, brother, sister-in-law and neighbor (I'm her Illinois family! ::wink::) I didn't clean like a mad woman, but made it suitable for all. There are things to do still, as I'm not a miracle worker. BUT, the new toys have homes and the pile (please notice no "s" at the end of the word pile) of paper is workable. I remembered that you'll always have a to-do list, just make sure you keep accomplishing things to check off of that list. Husband got me an electronic 'grocery list' for Christmas. It's actually quite nice, although it seems to me, there's always something to be gotten or that's been forgotten. But I guess that's just like life, there's always something to do.
I hope to take down the Christmas decoration this weekend. The kids will really miss them. It was just such a fun year! They loved their toys. I will post some pictures soon, I am being held captive at work today........
I just realized my Husband does not request much from me......really. He doesn't mention that I've been horrible at housekeeping or cooking (actually I recently got a compliment on an awesome stew I made!!! KUDOS to me!). So, I guess I'm grateful for that. I think my neglect of household duties put a strain on things and I think, or at least feel I'm off to a good start this year. Granted, it's only January 2nd. But hey, I takes what I can get!
I had my family over for the New Year, my folks, brother, sister-in-law and neighbor (I'm her Illinois family! ::wink::) I didn't clean like a mad woman, but made it suitable for all. There are things to do still, as I'm not a miracle worker. BUT, the new toys have homes and the pile (please notice no "s" at the end of the word pile) of paper is workable. I remembered that you'll always have a to-do list, just make sure you keep accomplishing things to check off of that list. Husband got me an electronic 'grocery list' for Christmas. It's actually quite nice, although it seems to me, there's always something to be gotten or that's been forgotten. But I guess that's just like life, there's always something to do.
I hope to take down the Christmas decoration this weekend. The kids will really miss them. It was just such a fun year! They loved their toys. I will post some pictures soon, I am being held captive at work today........
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