Days like today

I know that a storm is coming soon... this weekend said the news, but the last several days have given me false hope of seeing Spring. The sun has been out, the temps are higher than 30, and I heard birds chirping outside my window yesterday morning. It makes my mood lighter, I am more patient with my kids, and I overall actually feel like getting things done along with spending much needed time outside. I am going to be reallt upset when this storm hits. I know, I know, it's only January. But I can't help but wish it was almost March. Please get here soon Spring, I need you for my sanity!

Cousins

Just a few pics I took of all the kids while I spent a week in Price with my sister and mom.

Oh the sickness and a vacation-well, sort of

As you might have read, Monday was a day filled with alot of things accomplished, but Tuesdayand the rest of this week for that matter are NOT. I woke up Tuesda morning with a sore throat, achey muscles, a pounding head, and PINK EYE. My mom flys in Tuesday night. WE pick her up and Wednesday we head to Price for the week. It is now Sunday and I haven't done a lick of anything active, unless you count loading and unloading bags from the car. I have been so sick and now my babies are too, which makes things even more difficult. I hope tomorrow will be the start of a new week and a better feeling me!

I did not fall off the wagon

Although I did not post yesterday, I am still sort of on track. I decided yesterday, with in being Sunday and all to take a day of rest. So I did. I went out to my dad's with the kids and spent time with Rachele and her new baby. It was a great day. I did indulge in some popcorn with real butter and some awesome pasta that Theresa made, but all in all in was ok. I did feel horribly guilty for not exercising so I had no choice but to do it today. Today has been a good day. I cleaned, did laundry, worked out, and packed the kids for my trip on Wednesday.... will continue to post while out of town. Pinky swear.

Day 3 and holding strong!

Today was great! I ate really well and managed to do my workout while both kids were awake! I did have to pause the dvd in order to keep them happy a few times, but it was all worth it! What my main concern now is, is that I am going out of town next week and I am not sure how this whole diet plan will work, but my mom is super healthy and active so I'm sure she will keep me in line.

Day 2 of challenge

Today was a great one. I ate well, drank plenty of water, and even exercised to Jillian Micheals for a half hour durring Johnny's nap. Then comes the late night cravings... I do have to admit I have cheated only a little by indulging myself in some yummy, rich, chilie chocolate. Now for those of who who know me and know me well, know I am not a chocolate fan, but I have a certain passion for it these days since having Charlotte. I can't help but hear the tautings of the rocky road ice cream that awaits me in the freezer.... I will hold strong. Brush my teeth and go to bed.

I can do this

A thinner me in 2007

So, of course millions of people every year choose to try and lose weight as their New Year's Resolution. This year I am trying something different, to be more healthy, to feel better about myself, and more importantly, take time to do things that are seperate from being a wife and mom. Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't have it any other way, but it's about time I started taking care of myself and holding myself accountable for my actions. So, here I am- like a scene out of a movie. I am going to try and post everyday for 30 days-my gains and losses, trails and tribulations, my overall goal to take care of me, because I can't take care of anyone else if I am suffering in some way. Well, here it is. I am NOT going to post my current weight, just weight lost, and really I don't want to focus too much on that aspect of this goal. REally I just want to wear my old clothes again! I will post about food intake and exercise, don't worry- It won't be too boring and mainly- this just for me to have something to focus on and knowing that maybe someone out there is reading means that someone might care and might want to do this challenge with me? I only did thirty days because let's be honest, we saw how well my 30 day blog challenge panned out just writing everyday about random subjects. (6 whole days) The real challenge is going to be my diet. I am still currently nursing and the lowest amount of calories I can eat is 1,700. Sounds like alot, but trust me, IT'S NOT. The only real accomplishment I have for today is that I did a workout DVD for 30 min. I am pretty sure that doesn't cancel out left over Chinese food and a hot dog from Costco. This will be a slow movment to a goal of just over all health. I am sick and tired of my muffin top, tired of my clothes not fitting right, tired of that fact that I lost my behind :-( tired of feeling heavy all the time, tired of being tired. My body has changed so much in last several years, not only due to pregnancy but also age. I know 27 isn't old, but 30 isn't too far away. I feel like my body is foriegn to me, like it doesn't belong to me and in a way, it doesn't. I look in the mirror and wonder: what exactly happened here? When did those deflate? How are we gonna fix that? I really want to be proud of my body, most days I feel like I am just making due with what I've got. Most times when I get an itch to lose weight it's usually because I have a wedding, a birthday, or something else where alot of people will see me. Thta reason is really just plain dumb, because I was doing it for other people and not myself. I am also inspired by the women around me. My fellow neighbors who diligitly take exercise classes, watch what they eat and seem to be in high moods about the whole thing. It is a crazy thing doing what I do on a daily basis with the kids, let alone trying to squeeze in exercise, but here I come 2011, hope I can really do this!