Sunday, November 17, 2013
It's Time to shed the baby weight
So, I know no one really follows this blog which is just fine by me, but I though I would start using it again but with a different purpose.
Being the mom of 3 kids within 19 months left me.... well... a little puffy around the edges. Till now I have hardly had the sanity (time) to begin loosing weight/ toning up but now, my kids are of a "helping age" and able to somewhat do things on there own such as eat, get dressed and sleep through the night ( most of the time anyway). So, for me, it is time to think about finding ways to be more healthy and feel more comfortable aka drop several lbs.
I have looked up several different options of how to stay accountable. Unfortunately, weight watchers does not fit into our budget so I have had think of some other form of accountability. First, I finally told someone ( my mom) how much I weighed. This was really hard for me because I am neither happy nor comfortable sharing that number. The need for accountability, however, outweighed my shame of "the number", so finally someone knows. Second, I am posting on this blog. I am going to try to be faithful about my struggles, success and failures here. I know I need that accountability, encouragement in order to succeed. Finally I have a plan and hopefully I am sticking to it. I am going to try to follow a weight watchers type plan. I know I have 26 pts to use every day. I am going to try to post my recipes and ideas for staying in this goal while feeing my family. I am also going to have to work on a form of exercise which brings me to another point......
I really dislike exercise for exercise sake... its boring, I hate getting sweaty and time is not on my side. That being said, I know it is going to be a necessary part of my day if this is going to work, so I am going to find creative, fun ways to burn calories and get in good physical shape. Who knows? maybe I will learn to love working out!
Last but definitely not least I am sharing this blog with a few people. People who I know will encourage me and who I know love me. I need their encouragement, advice and support!
And so begins the journey......
Being the mom of 3 kids within 19 months left me.... well... a little puffy around the edges. Till now I have hardly had the sanity (time) to begin loosing weight/ toning up but now, my kids are of a "helping age" and able to somewhat do things on there own such as eat, get dressed and sleep through the night ( most of the time anyway). So, for me, it is time to think about finding ways to be more healthy and feel more comfortable aka drop several lbs.
I have looked up several different options of how to stay accountable. Unfortunately, weight watchers does not fit into our budget so I have had think of some other form of accountability. First, I finally told someone ( my mom) how much I weighed. This was really hard for me because I am neither happy nor comfortable sharing that number. The need for accountability, however, outweighed my shame of "the number", so finally someone knows. Second, I am posting on this blog. I am going to try to be faithful about my struggles, success and failures here. I know I need that accountability, encouragement in order to succeed. Finally I have a plan and hopefully I am sticking to it. I am going to try to follow a weight watchers type plan. I know I have 26 pts to use every day. I am going to try to post my recipes and ideas for staying in this goal while feeing my family. I am also going to have to work on a form of exercise which brings me to another point......
I really dislike exercise for exercise sake... its boring, I hate getting sweaty and time is not on my side. That being said, I know it is going to be a necessary part of my day if this is going to work, so I am going to find creative, fun ways to burn calories and get in good physical shape. Who knows? maybe I will learn to love working out!
Last but definitely not least I am sharing this blog with a few people. People who I know will encourage me and who I know love me. I need their encouragement, advice and support!
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Friday, December 2, 2011
God's Little Girl is Gracious
From my girl's nighttime reading book,
God's Little Girl is Gracious
Some Folks hurt others by "speaking their mind",
But God's girl speaks wisdom-- only says what's kind.
She calms a hurt soul and heals a sad heart
By saying kind words instead of what's "Smart".
"She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness." Proverbs 31:26
God's Little Girl is Gracious
Some Folks hurt others by "speaking their mind",
But God's girl speaks wisdom-- only says what's kind.
She calms a hurt soul and heals a sad heart
By saying kind words instead of what's "Smart".
"She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness." Proverbs 31:26
Friday, November 18, 2011
My Crazy Life
Sometimes I go to bed wondering how I made it through the day. Sometimes I wonder if I am going to make it through the day. Most days, I wouldn't trade for the world! I have 3 children who are currently under two. Three are in diapers. Two of the three are potty training. One is an infant and nursing which means 11 pm nights, 5:00 am mornings and usually at least one "middle-of- the-night" feeding. I work full time 40 hrs a week answering phone calls from home for an insurance company.
One of my favorite times of day is bed time. Right after dinner we go in for a bath (most nights anyway). The twins then brush their teeth "spitting" at the end. We then get binks and a book and mommy reads a "story". After saying goodnight and giving love to everyone at our house, the twins go down the hall to their room where they "climb" into their crib put blankets "on you" and love an animal. Mommy and Daddy then sing 1 verse of Jesus Loves me before turning on the humidifier and closing the door. I love this routine and I love the sweet girls that make it so much fun!
One of my favorite times of day is bed time. Right after dinner we go in for a bath (most nights anyway). The twins then brush their teeth "spitting" at the end. We then get binks and a book and mommy reads a "story". After saying goodnight and giving love to everyone at our house, the twins go down the hall to their room where they "climb" into their crib put blankets "on you" and love an animal. Mommy and Daddy then sing 1 verse of Jesus Loves me before turning on the humidifier and closing the door. I love this routine and I love the sweet girls that make it so much fun!
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Friends
Over the course of my life I have been blessed with some very good friends. Friends I knew I could count on that invested time in me and I in them. Friends who love me in spite of my VERY many faults and who push me to look to God first and allow Him to work in my life. I have had friends who God has used to get me through some very hard times in my life. I can't begin to say how much I value them. It is these people who have taught me what it truly means to be a friend to sacrifice of yourself for someone else.
A few things I have learned along the way:
It is impossible to be a friend to someone you don't know.
You don't have to have everything in common to be a friend- you just have to be yourself!
Friendship takes time- it is an investment but can be soo worth while.
Friendship requires vulnerability and trust- neither are easy.
Last but not least, a true friend pushes you to know God and love Him first with all your heart. Without God at the center, it is impossible to experience the true joy of a real friendship.
A few things I have learned along the way:
It is impossible to be a friend to someone you don't know.
You don't have to have everything in common to be a friend- you just have to be yourself!
Friendship takes time- it is an investment but can be soo worth while.
Friendship requires vulnerability and trust- neither are easy.
Last but not least, a true friend pushes you to know God and love Him first with all your heart. Without God at the center, it is impossible to experience the true joy of a real friendship.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
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