busy but uneventful week

hey there

nothing much going on here. Subbed three days, had our first ward activity of the year, 1 down, 11 to go. Felt pretty lousy today, so didn't do much. Watched mulan and little mermaid with the little one. going to bed.

Tagged

Five things about my wonderful Husband

5 Things he loves:

1. Us
2. His family
3. A clean garage
4. Nice clothes
5. Speed Channel, Outdoor Channel




5 Things on his to do list:

1. Take down Christmas lights (yes, it the first time in our marriage he put them up,and they are still up.
2. Get more business cards
3. Update ad for selling the boat
4. Go riding
5. Go fishing



5 snacks he likes:
1. cookies and milk
2. Chocolate cake
3. String cheese
4. Chips and Salsa
5. Chocolate covered macadamia nuts



5 facts you may not know:
1. He has never been to a concert
2. He broke one leg once and the other twice
3. He was the first American missionary in Pakistan
4. He loves to look at phonebooks
5. He is younger than me,



5 places he's lived:
1. Riverside, Ca
2. Oakdale, CA
3. Singapore
4. Ipoh, Malaysia
5. Colombo, Sri Lanka


5 quirky things about him:
1. He is very particular about his clothing.
2. He always has to have a glass of water next to his bed at night.
3. He says Li-bary, Crayon as Crown
4. He was once asked if his brother was his son.
5. He loves to look at tool magazines over and over and over



5 reasons I love him (it's hard to narrow down):
1. He loves his Savior
2. He loves his family
3. He is so dedicated to every aspect of this life.
4. I love that he makes me so happy
5. He loves spending time with us.

Week One down

I made it through week one. I earned my points. As did my dad and we are in 2nd place, behind Steph and Doug. We need those extra exercise points to over take them. ;-) So Dad, let's go.

No seriously, this week was hard. I had to pass on the oreo given to Jill after lunch each day, and I passed on Gary's candy and soda. I am minus 2 lbs! Not much but on my way.

I am getting this will power thing down. I am excited to continue.

Here's some pics from our week. Seven Brides for Seven Brothers was on TV on Sat night. Jill loved it. Somehow with her blanket and a pillow, she made a fort concoction that she sat in for a while. Funny.


Jill's Toes



Playing with coloring, isn't my daughter pretty? Yes I think so! ;-)




Good night

Healthy Eating Challenge

I am putting myself out there, feelings on the line. I need to do this, so that I will stick with my plan. So here goes. On Monday a group of us in our family is embarking on what's called the Healthy Living Challenge. Each of us comes up with a diet plan, a weight goal and starts on a 10 week adventure of food logging, water drinking, points tracking , and exercising. We each put up prizes to work with a partner to hopefully come out on top.

I have been mulling over my plan. I think I am going to go low-carb, no eating after 7 pm, exercising at least 3 times a week, no soda. We have to drink 2 quarts of water a day, no prob. I love water. My Dad is my partner. He is going to count calories. I know this will be hard, but I am excited. My weight loss is 15 lbs, I need to lose more than that, but I know it will be attainable.

I have let my self go since getting married. Growing up we had ice cream occasionally, one or two Mother's cookies in our lunch. But we rarely had chips, candy or junk food. Going for fast food was a special occasion. College was easy, no money for junk food! And even when I moved home and started teaching, I was so busy, there was never time to indulge. I was coaching two sports, teaching two subjects, and taking classes. I used to work out all the time, I never ate sweets accept on an occasional birthday or night out. When I married Gary, my world was opened up to Oreos, cake and going out one or two times a week. It was wonderful. So I got used to that. It was about a year and a half into our life, I realized my clothes didn't fit! I had to change BC 3 times, so I am sure that didn't help. Now my colitis is an issue, eating regularly to keep from getting sick.

These are my reasons. And amazingly, I have a degree in Health Education, I know what is right, but I haven't followed my own advice. When I was a little girl, we would play Barbies everyday. I would always play that my Barbie had a great job, a boyfriend Ken, a dog, etc. She had the best looks, a great figure and greatest clothes. And she would be 32 years old. I am turning 32 this year and I don't feel like my Barbie, beautiful and healthy. I love my life, I just don't like how I am treating the main player in my life..... me. So Monday, starts my new healthy living. I am going to exercise, eat right, get my habits in control. So ask me how I am doing. This will keep me in check. Thanks

Potty Training is of the devil.............

This is the direct quote from my sister, who has gone through this with her two cherubs. So I decided this second week of Christmas vacation, I would attack it full force. We didn't have much going on, so here we go. All undies, no more diapers. I was ready with beach towels on the couches, in her bed. She wore all "play" clothes (what two-year old clothes aren't play?) We stayed home most of the week. I am proud to say that we are pretty much there. She only wet the bed on the first night. She has had some accidents, but I think we are through the tough part. I am nervous about going to church tomorrow, with a new class, new time and such. But I can say that this was a frustrating and rewarding week. Jill is so excited about her big girl panties (thank you Elmo and Ariel). She loves her rewards, check out the pics that follow. We are potty trained! I am just as much trained as she is, with reminders, extra undies, etc. Gary is loving this as well, no more changing diapers or buying them. Wahoo!!!!



Had to throw this one in. Gary was so proud of himself, he did her hair, and had to document it.