I feel a little like a little bouncy ball......bouncing around in no particular direction. Just bouncing off everything around me, going this way and that way.
It was weigh-in last night at my BL challenge. I was a teeny bit up, like 0.3lbs.....in 4 weeks I have lost, gained, and nearly lost the same 4lbs. Very frustrating....and I'm sick of paying money into the pot.
So, things have to change. I keep saying I will PLAN my workouts....but I haven't. This week is as close as I have come, thanks to a new challenge that I am participating in. Now I have a wicked cold, and my motivation is a little dulled by the cold medicine and nasal congestion. No worries, my workout WILL happen today, just a little later in the day.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Plan~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
1.This weekend, mark out on the calendar what workouts I am going to do, and when.
~ I NEED to carve out this time, make an appointment with my future self, so that when summer hits, I'm not having to find bigger sizes in my summer clothes....because I donated everything from last summer.
2.Start doing a little delegation.
~I have 4 healthy kids and a husband. I think it's time for them to start helping out more around here, so I have time and energy to keep those appointments I was talking about above.
For years, I have stayed home to care for them. Now I work part-time, and I'm not home all day every day tending hearth and home. Also, they need to know how to fend for themselves, it's a healthy life lesson.
3. Meal Planning & New Recipes
~We have a well balanced diet, but, it's a little... repetitive. Mostly because it's easy.... but I need a little culinary inspiration. So, more homework, but it will pay off in the long run.
****SIDE NOTE****
Part of the BL challenge this week is to try a new grain. I am a little stumped. We eat quinoa, couscous, bran, wheat......any ideas would be considered and appreciated. (I'm sure we eat others too, but I my cold addled brain is stalling on me at the moment)
So, that's my 3 prong plan for now. I reserve the right to tweak, change and completely re-arrange this plan at any time.... after all, change is good.....
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Friday, February 11, 2011
Weekend......dirty floors and pecking chickens.....
Considering each day felt longer than the last this week, the week itself flew by. WTH? Time is so relative.....
Last weekend I had a big "To Do" list....I must confess, I didn't get it all done. I don't feel bad about it. Why should I? The chores will always be there, but, how much longer will my kids want to cuddle with me, or have me read them a book?
My Mom, years ago, gave me a little plaque that says " Good Mothers have sticky floors, filthy ovens, and Happy Kids...." I tend to live by that. Not that my floors are coated with mystery substances or anything like that...but if the laundry stays in the basket a little longer than I like, I'm just fine with that.
My sister gave me a plaque about motherhood too....."Raising children is like being pecked to death by a chicken"......................
.....that one is just as true!!!!
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Sorry, tangent, getting back on track..............
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Where was I...weekend.....yes, the List.
~get through the kids' dressers THIS weekend.....I think they grew again this week, so, it's probably good that I didn't get to it before.
~more baking and cooking....the growing children ( especially the 12 year old man-child and my 8 year old) ate pretty much everything.
~more laundry......Mt. Washmore is as enduring as the Rockies
~play. Yup, it's on the list. I see a Just Dance/Wii Sports resort challenge in my future.
~ clean the bathrooms...OMG, I hate cleaning bathrooms.....3 boys + a husband.....I wish none of them had ever learned to pee standing up!
Saturday is my BL Challenge required rest day, so no workout tomorrow.
Our BL challenges this week are:
30 Jumping jacks
5- 1 minute wall sits
10 minutes of weights
30 minutes of cardio
We also have to try a new freggie, or try one that we didn't like as a child.....in the running are avacado, eggplant, or artichoke? We live in a pretty small prairie town, so exotic choices are limited.
Suggestions are welcome!
Last weekend I had a big "To Do" list....I must confess, I didn't get it all done. I don't feel bad about it. Why should I? The chores will always be there, but, how much longer will my kids want to cuddle with me, or have me read them a book?
My Mom, years ago, gave me a little plaque that says " Good Mothers have sticky floors, filthy ovens, and Happy Kids...." I tend to live by that. Not that my floors are coated with mystery substances or anything like that...but if the laundry stays in the basket a little longer than I like, I'm just fine with that.
My sister gave me a plaque about motherhood too....."Raising children is like being pecked to death by a chicken"......................
.....that one is just as true!!!!
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Sorry, tangent, getting back on track..............
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Where was I...weekend.....yes, the List.
~get through the kids' dressers THIS weekend.....I think they grew again this week, so, it's probably good that I didn't get to it before.
~more baking and cooking....the growing children ( especially the 12 year old man-child and my 8 year old) ate pretty much everything.
~more laundry......Mt. Washmore is as enduring as the Rockies
~play. Yup, it's on the list. I see a Just Dance/Wii Sports resort challenge in my future.
~ clean the bathrooms...OMG, I hate cleaning bathrooms.....3 boys + a husband.....I wish none of them had ever learned to pee standing up!
Saturday is my BL Challenge required rest day, so no workout tomorrow.
Our BL challenges this week are:
30 Jumping jacks
5- 1 minute wall sits
10 minutes of weights
30 minutes of cardio
We also have to try a new freggie, or try one that we didn't like as a child.....in the running are avacado, eggplant, or artichoke? We live in a pretty small prairie town, so exotic choices are limited.
Suggestions are welcome!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Belated Birthday Post....Cake Pop Pictures
I have been meaning to post about my great Cake Pop adventure back in January. So, here it is! ( Bet you've been holding your breathe....)
A Facebook friend had posted a photo of some adorable reindeer creations she had made at Christmas, and I was smitten. I have birthdays for 2 of my kids in January, and I had been trying to think of something special to do for them.....cake pops were the answer! I followed a link to this blog ---->Bakerella....and was amazed by what I found...so amazed that I ordered her book that night. I love it, and I wish I had half the talent that she does ( I highly recommend buying the book).
First was Littlest's birthday, then son #2. You can tell who's cake pops were who's by the colours.
It was labour intensive. I have never worked with candy melts before, my cake took longer to dry out than I had thought it would. In the end though, it was worth it. They were delicious, and the kids were well impressed. :)
A Facebook friend had posted a photo of some adorable reindeer creations she had made at Christmas, and I was smitten. I have birthdays for 2 of my kids in January, and I had been trying to think of something special to do for them.....cake pops were the answer! I followed a link to this blog ---->Bakerella....and was amazed by what I found...so amazed that I ordered her book that night. I love it, and I wish I had half the talent that she does ( I highly recommend buying the book).
It was labour intensive. I have never worked with candy melts before, my cake took longer to dry out than I had thought it would. In the end though, it was worth it. They were delicious, and the kids were well impressed. :)
Shoulda.....Coulda.....Will do now.
It's cold......"Duh" you say "It's February in Alberta!"
Yeah yeah, I know. I'm looking forward to fewer layers and warmer fingers and toes (and wearing my Vibrams outdoors again).Only 2-3 months to go! I can't wait to end the Morning Mitten Hunt, the endless "Mom! Have you seen my________?" (Insert your favourite article of winter clothing in the blank.)
My energy level is low.....real low. My workouts are not as intense as they have been. Bob's sitting on the TV stand, glaring at me. I promised I would do his workouts 3 times a week after Christmas...not so much. Maybe, once a week, and it hurts every time. I know if I just got up and did it, I would be feeling soooooo much better. Let me tell ya....that sort of logical thinking does not fly when the alarm goes off , and your bed is so warm.....
I'm still getting in cardio daily, and whatever fitness challenges I have assigned for the week from my local Biggest Loser Challenge... not enough though.
I'm creeping ever closer to the One Year mark since I started, and I'm only half way to where I wanted to be. In that time, I have learned that expectations do not always match up with reality...and, I am learning to be ok with that.
Sure would be nice to be one of those lucky folks that goes to a warm place with blue water during these short, cold days and long nights....instead, I will look forward to the warmer weather just a few days from now.
Yeah yeah, I know. I'm looking forward to fewer layers and warmer fingers and toes (and wearing my Vibrams outdoors again).Only 2-3 months to go! I can't wait to end the Morning Mitten Hunt, the endless "Mom! Have you seen my________?" (Insert your favourite article of winter clothing in the blank.)
My energy level is low.....real low. My workouts are not as intense as they have been. Bob's sitting on the TV stand, glaring at me. I promised I would do his workouts 3 times a week after Christmas...not so much. Maybe, once a week, and it hurts every time. I know if I just got up and did it, I would be feeling soooooo much better. Let me tell ya....that sort of logical thinking does not fly when the alarm goes off , and your bed is so warm.....
I'm still getting in cardio daily, and whatever fitness challenges I have assigned for the week from my local Biggest Loser Challenge... not enough though.
I'm creeping ever closer to the One Year mark since I started, and I'm only half way to where I wanted to be. In that time, I have learned that expectations do not always match up with reality...and, I am learning to be ok with that.
Sure would be nice to be one of those lucky folks that goes to a warm place with blue water during these short, cold days and long nights....instead, I will look forward to the warmer weather just a few days from now.
Monday, January 24, 2011
January Here
January is a nutty month around here. Not only are we dealing with the post-holiday let down, we also have 2 of our kid's birthdays this month.
The Princess ( our baby) turned 7 a mere 10 days ago.......7, not a little one anymore, but, now a big girl.
Son #2 turns 10 today...a decade.....seriously? How can it be that time has flown? I vividly remember my 10th birthday, that I felt so old because I'd been on the Earth for a whole decade.
(I'm really trying not to think about the fact the the oldest son turns 13 this summer, and that son #3 will be 9 then too.)
The song "Your Gonna Miss This" my Trace Adkins makes me choke-up every time I hear it on the radio, because it's true....(don't tell my parents).
The Princess ( our baby) turned 7 a mere 10 days ago.......7, not a little one anymore, but, now a big girl.
Son #2 turns 10 today...a decade.....seriously? How can it be that time has flown? I vividly remember my 10th birthday, that I felt so old because I'd been on the Earth for a whole decade.
(I'm really trying not to think about the fact the the oldest son turns 13 this summer, and that son #3 will be 9 then too.)
Friday, January 21, 2011
Working Out at Home
Reasons I like working out at home:
~I can turn up the music or DVD as loud as I can.
~ I can wear WHATEVER I want. For example, today was a tank top, sports bra, boy shorts and an outrageous Lululemon hair wrap in blindingly bright pink!
I looked like a hot mess, but, felt like a superstar!
~Cursing....lots of cursing. I heard that there was a study, that swearing makes you feel better when you hurt yourself. It's true folks. I was swearing a blue streak at Bob and the hardbodies today, and it made me feel MUCH better.
Today was Bob strength DVD from his "Inside Out Method" series. Serious burn. I love that the big muscle guy (Francisco) struggles A LOT in the workout. The one woman I really like ( whose name escapes me now) is my hero. She has 4 kids (like me), but is rockin' the hottest bod EVER!
Like many people, I did not feel like working out today. I have a dental appointment that I wish I could sleep through ( serious dental phobic over here). I have to clean the house for weekend company and my Son #2 has his bday party tomorrow, and I have to finish putting his cake ball creation together....so many excuses.
But....yup, there's a but....................
I did the one hour workout....grunting...sweat dripping off my nose.....and a big ol' grin on my face during the stretches at the end.
***I will have sexy arms for the summer.
***I will wear shorts for the first time in many summers.
***I will hit my 35th bday looking and feeling better than I have since....well, since before I was 30.
~I can turn up the music or DVD as loud as I can.
~ I can wear WHATEVER I want. For example, today was a tank top, sports bra, boy shorts and an outrageous Lululemon hair wrap in blindingly bright pink!
I looked like a hot mess, but, felt like a superstar!
~Cursing....lots of cursing. I heard that there was a study, that swearing makes you feel better when you hurt yourself. It's true folks. I was swearing a blue streak at Bob and the hardbodies today, and it made me feel MUCH better.
Today was Bob strength DVD from his "Inside Out Method" series. Serious burn. I love that the big muscle guy (Francisco) struggles A LOT in the workout. The one woman I really like ( whose name escapes me now) is my hero. She has 4 kids (like me), but is rockin' the hottest bod EVER!
Like many people, I did not feel like working out today. I have a dental appointment that I wish I could sleep through ( serious dental phobic over here). I have to clean the house for weekend company and my Son #2 has his bday party tomorrow, and I have to finish putting his cake ball creation together....so many excuses.
But....yup, there's a but....................
I did the one hour workout....grunting...sweat dripping off my nose.....and a big ol' grin on my face during the stretches at the end.
***I will have sexy arms for the summer.
***I will wear shorts for the first time in many summers.
***I will hit my 35th bday looking and feeling better than I have since....well, since before I was 30.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Talk Show Thoughts
So, the other day, I posted a blog about my First Lesson of 2011.......I said I didn't feel bad about what I had done.....well, I still don't feel bad exactly, but, true to form.....I've been picking apart my behaviour.
...........................Perhaps I should have been kinder than I was..............
...............................................I could have said things in a different way..........
I didn't though.
As a general rule I like to help people when I can. I don't mind being asked for advice, or for my opinion......however, like most folks, I like for people to ask after me as well.
The other day, Delusional Mom posted a quote from her "Daily Bitch" calendar: " Daily Bitch - Jan 2: Call me sometime when you don't need anything."........that's sort of how I feel.
I am hitting the middle of my 30's in a couple short months..... I really feel it's time to do something big....do I know what the something might be? Nope, not a clue over here. I just feel like I should be "Doing Something".
What does that even mean? Maybe I've been Dr. Philled and Oprahfied into thinking these things ( Thankfully I've not been Maury Poviched......I know who my kids belong to).
A friend recently asked me if I am feeling more "fulfilled" now that I am working. I thought about it, then answered a truthful "No. I don't find cleaning other people's toilet's fulfilling". I do like to think they find it nice to come home to a clean house, but, little would change for them if I stopped coming around.
I would love to do something big, some kind of grand gesture/achievement that would make me jump up and say "YES! Now I am fulfilled!". Any suggestions? Whatever they are, you must consider my prior commitments to my husband, kids, dog and job....oh, and if it could be something that is free of charge, that would be so sweet.
...........................Perhaps I should have been kinder than I was..............
...............................................I could have said things in a different way..........
I didn't though.
As a general rule I like to help people when I can. I don't mind being asked for advice, or for my opinion......however, like most folks, I like for people to ask after me as well.
The other day, Delusional Mom posted a quote from her "Daily Bitch" calendar: " Daily Bitch - Jan 2: Call me sometime when you don't need anything."........that's sort of how I feel.
I am hitting the middle of my 30's in a couple short months..... I really feel it's time to do something big....do I know what the something might be? Nope, not a clue over here. I just feel like I should be "Doing Something".
What does that even mean? Maybe I've been Dr. Philled and Oprahfied into thinking these things ( Thankfully I've not been Maury Poviched......I know who my kids belong to).
A friend recently asked me if I am feeling more "fulfilled" now that I am working. I thought about it, then answered a truthful "No. I don't find cleaning other people's toilet's fulfilling". I do like to think they find it nice to come home to a clean house, but, little would change for them if I stopped coming around.
I would love to do something big, some kind of grand gesture/achievement that would make me jump up and say "YES! Now I am fulfilled!". Any suggestions? Whatever they are, you must consider my prior commitments to my husband, kids, dog and job....oh, and if it could be something that is free of charge, that would be so sweet.
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