Captain's Log - Day 2

Since I start my second job tomorrow, I thought that I would post a quick update on how things are going..
A couple of things I have figured out that I need to work on.

1) I need to plan a little bit better.  I took my two little ones to meet my dad this morning and we ended up stopping at Burger King because they were hungry.  OK so I make the "sensible" choice and eat the English muffin sandwich.  Yeah I know that's still not at all healthy, but I saw on eat this not that it was at least better than the croissants and biscuits.  BUT then when my kids didn't finish their hash browns it took everything in me not to finish them off.  Dang me and my obsession with not wasting things.  UGH!  We actually threw food away.  I believe that is the first time ever.  So my answer to this dilemma..  next time don't order the meal. 

2) I have also noticed that in an effort to get ahead on the dishes and preparing for the next what ever it is that needs to be done, I eat rather quickly.  The second thing I need to do is SLOW DOWN!  That's a hard one for me!  I just always feel like I have to be a step ahead so that I don't fall behind.

I did Insanity on my day off.. I wanted to get started out right.  Oh yeah and I promised myself that no matter what I would to 100 jumping jacks every day. Don't ask me why?  I just figured it was something that I would never have an excuse not to do.. it's too simple.

Happy Memorial Day!  Be sure to hug a soldier today!!

Enjoy today, May 28, 2012.  It's the only one you will ever get!

Wish me LOVE because I certainly wish it for you!

<3 B


PS.  My cousin is going a year with out fast food.  I think he's crazy, but inspiring!!  You can view his blog at the link below-  Check out what he is writing about :)

http://holdthewholedarnvaluemeal.blogspot.com/2012/05/challenge-alert-moving-day.html

Starting Over.... AGAIN! :)

Today is an amazing day!  Wanna know why?  I am alive and kicking!  It's crazy because just last night I was feeling pretty down.  I live every day of my life knowing how truly Blessed I am, but sometimes it doesn't take much to get to me. I hate getting let down.  I know it's part of life, but it's part of life that I don't like.  Soooo...  what do I do to handle disappointment?  Well, I stay busy!  My house is clean, my yard will be done soon, and I did a little Yoga this morning.  And every now and then I cry a little, but I don't stay down long.

OK the point of this blog is to let you in on something that I am doing..  It's summer and that's my time to get back in shape. I know, I know I do this every summer.  If I would just stay healthy during the rest of the year I wouldn't have to do this, and maybe this is the year I remember that eating right and exercising on a consistent basis make me feel better.  We will see ;)

Today is officially DAY 1.  I was told that it takes 27 days to make or break a habit.  Let's see if I can break an old habit and make a new one.  I will try to blog what I am eating and what I am doing at least a couple of times a week..  I would say everyday, but I like to keep my word and I know better.

Here we go:
So far today- 15 minutes of YOGA.
Breakfast: ADVOCARE Meal replacement shake (vanilla) made with water, 1/2 cup of frozen peaches (NO SUGAR), and a teaspoon of cinnamon.  It was super yummy!!!

We are going to do chicken and veggies on the grill for later and I can't lie, I don't know what else is on the menu just yet.  Yeah I know I have a little more planning to do!

Tony and I will be doing Insanity tonight in the garage. We have actually been doing it a couple of times a week already.  It's not too bad, but I definitely know that I have worked out.

That's enough for now..

I will enjoy today, May 27, 2012 it's the only one I will ever get!

Wish me love because I certainly wish it for you!

<3 B

Advice..

What my Dad has taught me (some of which to my downfall I have chosen not to pay enough attention to.)

Love is more powerful and more important than anything!  The words I LOVE YOU are not something you take lightly.  Use them carefully and when you do chose to use them, mean them with your whole being.  Let every action toward that person prove that love over and over again!

Kindness may be mistaken for weakness, but just because there are foolish people out there who will take advantage of you, never stop being kind!  Eventually someone genuine will come along who appreciates and loves your kind heart and would die trying to defend it! AND absolutely never dream of breaking it.

No one is perfect- we all make mistakes! Admit your mistakes, apologize, and work to make it right..  It's the work to make it right part that is most important on this one!

Actions speak volumes!  For some people words are just that, words.  But for "real" people a man is only as good as his word.  If you say you are going to do something, do it!  It's as simple as that!  And if life gets in the way and plans fall through, apologize and work to make things right!

Put your Family first!  Yeah they may get on your nerves at times, but never let them think you wouldn't be there if they needed you!

Time is a valuable gift!  When you give yours to someone else, you show them that they are valuable to you!  When others give their time to you, appreciate the value in their gift!

Everyday is not going to be a good day.  So cherish every moment of happiness but appreciate the trials.. They serve a great purpose too.  They remind you how amazing the good days are!

I am beautiful- how do I know? Because my dad never hesitated to tell me!  I am strong- yes he reminded me of that too!  I am worth someone's time and effort- more wise words from dad! AND last but not least... Someone is proud of me!!  Yes he told me that just last week!

I want to be a parent to my kids like my dad was to me!  And one day I hope to share my life with someone that shares those values too!


Enjoy today June 21, 2011!  I know I am!  :)  
*Wish me Love*

Deep breath, ok here I go!

I have been doing the P90x stuff.  While I have not mastered it just yet, I can get through them.  So I kind of have my work out plan going.  I have spent the past week trying to limit the food I take in.  Yeah we still had pizza night, but I only ate 1 piece.  (THAT WAS HARD!)  NO fried food!  More veggies! Still get my fruit, YAY! AND Tons and Tons of water!  Let's see where I can get in 4 weeks.  

Oh yeah..  2 more things I am going to do:  

1) Facebook on the weekends only - so if I am not responding to you don't get offended. Shoot be old fashioned and text me or call me instead!

2) My phone is going in the living room to charge after 11:00PM.  The main reason for this is that I have developed an unhealthy addiction to my phone.  Always jumping up to get it when it goes off.  Even if it goes off in the middle of the night.  If it is in the other room, I know my lazy butt is not going to get up and go get it.   

Now if later today I am feeling super brave I may post a "start" pic so that you can see if I am getting anywhere with this.  Tips, ideas, suggestions, praise, or constructive criticism

Deep breath, ok here I go!

How do you know when it’s time to let go?

How do you know when it’s time to let go?

Just curious… I am a bit of a fighter by nature. Any one who knows my history knows that letting go is an obvious weakness of mine. I was raised never to give up on the people you love. What happens though when they give up on you? Hmmmm… food for thought.   Advice? Words of wisdom? 

Just what’s on my mind today, April 22, 2011