SO VERY THANKFUL!
1. I can still walk!
2. Peace in my home.
3. Fabulous supportive friends.
4. God inspired music.
5. Learning, stretching, growing.
6. Clean water.
7. That I am being given a chance to rebuild God's temple (body)
8. Financial blessings that will come.
9. The color red. Love it, and purple, and so many others!
10. Rest.
What are you thankful for today?
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
JUICE TIME, giveaway opportunity!
My dear, wonderful friend over at My Crowded Kitchen is celebrating her new blog look by giving away a juicer! Fully Loaded! Check out that Stainless Steel! WOO!
If you've never been to the MCK blog you are in for a treat. I have sat in, cooked in, and laughed in that crowded kitchen, but more importantly I have eaten some of the best food I have ever tasted.
She shares wonderful recipes, including Gluten Free options, shares stories and funny moments from her life.
Head on over and try to win the juicer. Tell her I sent you...:)
If you've never been to the MCK blog you are in for a treat. I have sat in, cooked in, and laughed in that crowded kitchen, but more importantly I have eaten some of the best food I have ever tasted.
She shares wonderful recipes, including Gluten Free options, shares stories and funny moments from her life.
Head on over and try to win the juicer. Tell her I sent you...:)
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Thankful Ten Tuesday!
So very thankful!
1. My brother coming down to San Diego so I could come home.
2. My daughters helping out with Spencer and household things.
3. My husband sticking to Isagenix and dropping weight.
4. My friends in San Diego, it was so wonderful to get to see them.
5. My friends here at home, praying for us, and supporting my family while I was gone!
6. Grace. For when I messed up.
7. Worshiping full force. Aahhhhhhh.
8. The money that is going to show up to fix some financial things that happened while I was gone. I know God has us covered.
9. Thrift stores for smaller clothing...especially when I won't be that size long...
10. My sister's family's hospitality. It was a forced situation to have us all there, but she was gracious and did what it took to make it work. They all did.
What are you thankful for.
1. My brother coming down to San Diego so I could come home.
2. My daughters helping out with Spencer and household things.
3. My husband sticking to Isagenix and dropping weight.
4. My friends in San Diego, it was so wonderful to get to see them.
5. My friends here at home, praying for us, and supporting my family while I was gone!
6. Grace. For when I messed up.
7. Worshiping full force. Aahhhhhhh.
8. The money that is going to show up to fix some financial things that happened while I was gone. I know God has us covered.
9. Thrift stores for smaller clothing...especially when I won't be that size long...
10. My sister's family's hospitality. It was a forced situation to have us all there, but she was gracious and did what it took to make it work. They all did.
What are you thankful for.
Monday, March 12, 2012
Booting It Up!
This morning I joined the "Boot Camp" class with some mostly 20-something year old ladies. I am not the oldest person in the room, and I am very proud of all these women! I thought I was doing okay with my slogging, and now I am laughing at myself! We worked hard and woke up some muscle groups that have been dormant for a long, long time. Oh yeah. I don't hurt, but the muscles feel rebellious right now.
Best part of the class? Pumping hard core Christian music, and prayer at the end while we stretch.
We hit it hard with cardio and all sorts of strength building (Hello core, how are ya today?). Then I came home and hit the treadmill for over a mile. No, not because I am crazy, but because I knew I would actually feel better if I did. And I was right. I could have gone farther but didn't want to push it too much. Tomorrow I am expecting a miracle in my muscles. You were expecting me say "to not be able to move" right? Nope, I am expecting miracles.
I am kicking obesity's butt. No messing around.
I refuse to look like this anymore! Or ever again. As I shrink I am getting rid of all the fatter clothes. No more going back. I know I can do this, I know I will succeed. 33 gone forever so far.
I am pumped!
If you want to know more about Isagenix leave a comment with a way for me to contact you and we will talk!
Best part of the class? Pumping hard core Christian music, and prayer at the end while we stretch.
We hit it hard with cardio and all sorts of strength building (Hello core, how are ya today?). Then I came home and hit the treadmill for over a mile. No, not because I am crazy, but because I knew I would actually feel better if I did. And I was right. I could have gone farther but didn't want to push it too much. Tomorrow I am expecting a miracle in my muscles. You were expecting me say "to not be able to move" right? Nope, I am expecting miracles.
I am kicking obesity's butt. No messing around.
I refuse to look like this anymore! Or ever again. As I shrink I am getting rid of all the fatter clothes. No more going back. I know I can do this, I know I will succeed. 33 gone forever so far.
I am pumped!
If you want to know more about Isagenix leave a comment with a way for me to contact you and we will talk!
Friday, March 9, 2012
SUCCESS!
I am officially 33 pounds lighter than before.
Even though things were not perfect in San Diego. Even though I did not stay perfectly on track, Isagenix still worked. Because it is a lifestyle change, not just diet. Sometimes I wanted to just walk away and right into the kitchen and eat all the yumminess (and sometimes, I did) but I kept at it. I went on my walks with my dad, then stepped up the pace and went out without him. I tried to balance out the food with my shakes. Over all it totally worked. Yes, I could have lost more while I was there, but let's look at the facts:
My dad had cancer.
My dad needed major surgery.
While he was in the hospital (almost 3 weeks) I didn't have time in the schedule to really walk or work out.
My mom was exhausted and my sister was too stressed out and then she was gone, so I was the rock.
I used to be a full emotional eater...stuffing feelings down. Not so much this time.
God has graciously healed me of that. Did I do perfectly? NO!
Was I successful? YES!!
So that's my update.
I lost weight while going through something incredibly stressful and life changing.
And that's a very good thing indeed.
On the homefront my husband dropped at least 24 pounds. Not because I wasn't here to feed him...that would usually lead to fast food and pre-packaged stuff. Some church people even brought him meals! What wonderful friends!
He lost weight because he stuck to the Isagenix plan...even without me here! I am so proud of him. It makes my heart so happy. He chose it. He feels good, he looks good. It's wonderful.
Thank you to all praying for us and throwing support my way! It's nice to have cheerleaders.
Even though things were not perfect in San Diego. Even though I did not stay perfectly on track, Isagenix still worked. Because it is a lifestyle change, not just diet. Sometimes I wanted to just walk away and right into the kitchen and eat all the yumminess (and sometimes, I did) but I kept at it. I went on my walks with my dad, then stepped up the pace and went out without him. I tried to balance out the food with my shakes. Over all it totally worked. Yes, I could have lost more while I was there, but let's look at the facts:
My dad had cancer.
My dad needed major surgery.
While he was in the hospital (almost 3 weeks) I didn't have time in the schedule to really walk or work out.
My mom was exhausted and my sister was too stressed out and then she was gone, so I was the rock.
I used to be a full emotional eater...stuffing feelings down. Not so much this time.
God has graciously healed me of that. Did I do perfectly? NO!
Was I successful? YES!!
So that's my update.
I lost weight while going through something incredibly stressful and life changing.
And that's a very good thing indeed.
On the homefront my husband dropped at least 24 pounds. Not because I wasn't here to feed him...that would usually lead to fast food and pre-packaged stuff. Some church people even brought him meals! What wonderful friends!
He lost weight because he stuck to the Isagenix plan...even without me here! I am so proud of him. It makes my heart so happy. He chose it. He feels good, he looks good. It's wonderful.
Thank you to all praying for us and throwing support my way! It's nice to have cheerleaders.
Thursday, March 8, 2012
There's No Place Like Home
I made it back!
After scrambling ever so briefly to get my suitcase 7 pounds lighter I was off. My husband met me, after being forced to circle around even though I could see him...I know it's for everyone's safety, but sometimes it's really frustrating! I could see my bag and I could see him...and he was sent away before I could grab the bag and come out the door. But that's okay.
He helped me get the suitcases in the car and then held me and kissed me and it's like a steam release button went off right then, all sorts of stress and pressure just released from me. I felt relieved, I felt whole, I felt happy. We left before we were down hugging because of airport rules...and I almost cried in the car. Just being with Aaron and holding his hand. He also brought me flowers. What a sweetheart. We had dinner out before heading back to the house so we could just talk and be with each other a little longer.
My son grew about an inch while I was gone. He looks huge. His voice is lower too. Not the big voice change, just lower.
My daughter is moving out this weekend. She and one of her friends found an apartment to rent. She also looks fabulous.
I haven't seen my other daughter yet. :( Work and school have made it impossible. I am still missing her. I suppose it's something to get used to. Since they are adults now.
Both of my daughters were very helpful while I was gone. It's so nice to hear good things about your family. It's nice to know they will step up and sacrifice to help out.
I am back into the swing out things, trying to pay bills and tie up loose ends. Cleaning out my closet of what's too big, and Spencer's closet of what's too small.
I am thankful to be home.
After scrambling ever so briefly to get my suitcase 7 pounds lighter I was off. My husband met me, after being forced to circle around even though I could see him...I know it's for everyone's safety, but sometimes it's really frustrating! I could see my bag and I could see him...and he was sent away before I could grab the bag and come out the door. But that's okay.
He helped me get the suitcases in the car and then held me and kissed me and it's like a steam release button went off right then, all sorts of stress and pressure just released from me. I felt relieved, I felt whole, I felt happy. We left before we were down hugging because of airport rules...and I almost cried in the car. Just being with Aaron and holding his hand. He also brought me flowers. What a sweetheart. We had dinner out before heading back to the house so we could just talk and be with each other a little longer.
My son grew about an inch while I was gone. He looks huge. His voice is lower too. Not the big voice change, just lower.
My daughter is moving out this weekend. She and one of her friends found an apartment to rent. She also looks fabulous.
I haven't seen my other daughter yet. :( Work and school have made it impossible. I am still missing her. I suppose it's something to get used to. Since they are adults now.
Both of my daughters were very helpful while I was gone. It's so nice to hear good things about your family. It's nice to know they will step up and sacrifice to help out.
I am back into the swing out things, trying to pay bills and tie up loose ends. Cleaning out my closet of what's too big, and Spencer's closet of what's too small.
I am thankful to be home.
Sunday, March 4, 2012
SundaySundaySunday
While I am really excited to go home tomorrow I will miss a few things about San Diego...
The warmth. My goodness I do believe I have acclimated to the weather already. When I go home I have a feeling I am going to freeze! Perhaps shivering burns more calories.
My family. We do all get a long, so it's nice to spend time with them. I miss my own core family more, but this was a nice experience. I am sad I will miss being able to help while my dad goes through radiation. It would have been nice to help relieve my sister from the daily driving and dealing with that. But that is simply not going to happen. It's time for me to return home. Thankfully friend have stepping in to help with that.
The food. Here is a two edged sword...the food, I will absolutely miss the wealth of good food available down here. We happen to be a family that loves seafood and sushi. I understand it's not for everyone. San Diego is loaded with fabulous choices and I have enjoyed it greatly! On the flip side, my family is known for baking. Cookies, bread pudding, cupcakes, my goodness it was difficult around here sometimes. I will not miss having to battle myself to just say no.
Friends.
I have an armload of friends down here, that I miss regularly...and now I will miss a bit more. They will remain a big part of my life of course, but it was really nice to be apart of some of their daily lives. This includes being present for a birth, and consequential to that birth, snuggling a newborn several days in the last week. I will miss her! (And her mama.)
Things I will not miss: The traffic. Sleeping in the living room (even though my bed was perfect and comfy). Sleeping alone. Not having control of my own schedule at all. Trying to gauge other's moods and schedules and trying to be helpful in the unknown. Sometimes I think I made a difference, and sometimes I just felt in the way. It was a juggling act. Having nearly zero privacy. Not because people were all up in my business, more because the house is only so big and there are extra people living here. Finding a place to simply make a phone call was sometimes difficult.
The warmth. My goodness I do believe I have acclimated to the weather already. When I go home I have a feeling I am going to freeze! Perhaps shivering burns more calories.
My family. We do all get a long, so it's nice to spend time with them. I miss my own core family more, but this was a nice experience. I am sad I will miss being able to help while my dad goes through radiation. It would have been nice to help relieve my sister from the daily driving and dealing with that. But that is simply not going to happen. It's time for me to return home. Thankfully friend have stepping in to help with that.
The food. Here is a two edged sword...the food, I will absolutely miss the wealth of good food available down here. We happen to be a family that loves seafood and sushi. I understand it's not for everyone. San Diego is loaded with fabulous choices and I have enjoyed it greatly! On the flip side, my family is known for baking. Cookies, bread pudding, cupcakes, my goodness it was difficult around here sometimes. I will not miss having to battle myself to just say no.
Friends.
I have an armload of friends down here, that I miss regularly...and now I will miss a bit more. They will remain a big part of my life of course, but it was really nice to be apart of some of their daily lives. This includes being present for a birth, and consequential to that birth, snuggling a newborn several days in the last week. I will miss her! (And her mama.)
Things I will not miss: The traffic. Sleeping in the living room (even though my bed was perfect and comfy). Sleeping alone. Not having control of my own schedule at all. Trying to gauge other's moods and schedules and trying to be helpful in the unknown. Sometimes I think I made a difference, and sometimes I just felt in the way. It was a juggling act. Having nearly zero privacy. Not because people were all up in my business, more because the house is only so big and there are extra people living here. Finding a place to simply make a phone call was sometimes difficult.
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