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Monday, February 28, 2011

Winter Wonderland Warriors: Week 9




Life's Journey with a Smile

Positive Picture of the Week:
My sweet DD and I had an at home momma and me mani/pedi! It was such fun to spend girlie time together with out any cares or worries!

What have you done this past week to help you achieve your goals?
Hmmm..... not much towards the weight loss end of things, BUT I am reading, reading, reading!  Still working on both of the books I mentioned last week - one for fun and one for personal growth!  

Today's the last day of the month - how do you feel you've done in February?
February was NOT a good month. 

What is your go-to favourite meal to cook? Share the recipe if possible!
Hmmm... a tough question because I am not much of a cook! LOL!  We are big pasta eaters in our house so I try to use whole wheat pasta and often put canned diced tomatoes on top instead of sauce or some other assortment of steamed veggies.

Share a quote or saying that is inspiring you today.
‎"If I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the 
beginning." -Mahatma Gandhi

Fun Question of the Week: What's your make-up routine? Wear any? Lots? Do you have a must-have?
I don't wear ANY unless its a really special occasion.  I have SUPER sensitive skin and make up just destroys it, no matter what type I use.

Thursday, February 24, 2011

30 Days in Pictures: Day 4

Day 04 - A picture of your night.
Yep, I lead a super exciting life! LOL! Watching me some Grey's Anatomy and then heading off to dream land! 
Such is the life of mom!   

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Current Weight: Week Twenty-Eight

148.6 (+.4)

No big deal.  Knew it was coming.  Time to strap myself back on the wagon, kick ass, and take names!!!

Monday, February 21, 2011

Winter Wonderland Warriors: Week 8



Life's Journey with a Smile

Positive Picture of the Week:


What have you done this past week to help you achieve your goals?
I have been reading!  I am working on reading two books this week.  One for fun and one for my personal growth.  I am also still working hard on purging, organizing, and separating things.  I have sold 13 items via craigslist and I couldn't be more pleased!!!

Pretty much everywhere this past week experienced some mild weather – did this change have any effect on you?
We had one really warm day here this week and I got myself and the kiddo out for a walk just around our neighborhood.  It was so nice to get some fresh air and just observe the sights and sounds of spring coming; of course we saw tons of snow melting and water running down the roads and many puddles to splash in!  We also jumped over the many cracks in the road!  LOL! It was great while it lasted, but now we are back into the cold, dreary, snowy weather.  That one day did help remind me there is an end to all and we will be able to enjoy the warmer weather soon.

Walk us through your ideal workout. 
I don't really have an ideal work out, just one that isn't something I dread.  Exercise is really something I loath.

What happened in the last week that you have to brag about?
Hmm.... I was able to get into 2 pairs of pants that I haven't been able to!!! YAY! AND I was able to get on a pair of size 10 jeans, just not button them YET!

Fun Question of the Week: Spring Fever has hit the stores… what’s your favourite thing to shop for in the Spring?
SANDALS!! I love sandals!!!!!

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Winter Wonderland Warriors: Week 7


Life's Journey with a Smile

Late AGAIN! Better late then never, right?  RIGHT????

Positive Picture of the Week:
The valentines my little girl made for daddy and her grandparents.

  1. What have you done this past week to help you achieve your goals?
I lost 2.2lbs this week and I am in the 140's!!! WOOOOO FREAKIN' HOOOOO!!!  Also I started reading another book in the series I have been reading; book 3 of 7!  I am also doing great with the purging of MANY things in my home that we no longer want/need! Craigslist is my friend and I have sold a ton of stuff on it!! YAY!!!  Being motivated is amazing and the more purging I am doing the better I am feeling about that aspect of my life!!!  


What goal are you doing best on? Try to talk about the goals you still have left, address whether you’ve completed some, but focus on ones you still have to complete.
I am doing the best on my weight loss goal right now! I have lost almost 10lbs since we began this challenge!    I also need to do more scrapbooking.  I have been lacking that department severely; I think I have only done one page since beginning this challenge and that just makes me sad.  I used to scrap A LOT, but have lost my mojo and now I am so far behind that I find it simply daunting to try and play catch up!  

What goal do you have to push yourself a little more to complete? What is your plan to do so?
Hmmm...  right at this moment I would have to say exercise.  I was doing AMAZING with it in Dec and early Jan, but have since lost the want to do it.   I must PUSH myself to get there.  I just need to make the time to get going.  

We’ve talked about who pushes us to do better with our goals – is there anyone/thing that hinders you?
Honestly, myself.  I hinder myself and I know that sounds crazy, but I always seem to come up with excuses why I can't do one thing or another. I am my own worst critic and worst enemy sometimes.

Fun Question of the Week: Happy Valentine’s Day! Do you have any special plans for the day? It’s okay if you think it’s a Hallmark holiday that you wish to boycott! 
My special plans included visiting with my parents and spending time with my little valentine, my 3 year old daughter.  It was a lovely day overall.

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Monday, February 14, 2011

Current Weight: Week Twenty-Seven

148.2 (-2.2)

YAHOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I finally broke into the 140s! OMG! I AM SO HAPPY!!!

30 Days in Pictures: Day 3

Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show.
Dexter is for sure my favorite show right now!! Its about a forensics guy from Miami PD who is a serial killer!  Its so warped and wild, but so AMAZING!!!!! If you haven't seen it and can handle gore/drama/mystery check it out!!

Sunday, February 13, 2011

30 Days in Pictures: Day 2

Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been close with for the longest.


Me and my dad on my wedding day.  He means so very much to me and has always been my partner in crime.  He is an amazing man who has been such a strong role model in my life and I thank god every day for him.

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Winter Wonderland Warriors: Week 6

Yep ok, so this is REALLY late.  



Life's Journey with a Smile

Positive Picture of the Week:




What have you done this past week to help you achieve your goals?
I lost .6lbs this week.  

New month! Fresh starts! How are you feeling in February?
Hoping its a better month!

Are you competitive? Do you find that seeing how well {or not so well} others do pushes you?
Not competitive at all.  Just seeing others do well helps encourage me.

What is your favorite outdoor winter activity?
Honestly, I hate the snow.  My favorite winter outdoor activity is watching the snow MELT!

Fun Question of the Week: What would be your ideal way to spend a Saturday night?
Right now, it would be spending time with my husband.

30 Days in Pictures: Day 1

I have seen this on a few other blogs and have been meaning to do it, but life has been, well... life and gotten in the way.  So here I am starting it now!  For 30 days in a row you post pictures of the things listed below.
Day 01 - A picture of yourself with fifteen facts.

Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been close with for the longest.

Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show.

Day 04 - A picture of your night.

Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory.

Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day.

Day 07 - A picture of your most treasured item.

Day 08 - A picture that makes you laugh.

Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most.

Day 10 - A picture of the person you do the most messed up things with.

Day 11 - A picture of something you hate.

Day 12 - A picture of something you love.

Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist.

Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without.

Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die.

Day 16 - A picture of someone who inspires you.

Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently.

Day 18 - A picture of your biggest insecurity.

Day 19 - A picture of you when you were little.

Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel.

Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget.

Day 22 - A picture of something you wish you were better at.

Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book.

Day 24 - A picture of something you wish you could change.

Day 25 - A picture of your day.

Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you.

Day 27 - A picture of yourself and a family member.

Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of.

Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile.

Day 30 - A picture of someone you miss. 
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Day 01 - A picture of yourself with fifteen facts.

15 Facts About Me:
1. I love being a mom and a wife, no matter how challenging it may be!
2. I was born and raised in California until the age of 12, when we moved to NH.
3. I love horror movies.
4. I enjoy playing video games.
5. I like to scrapbook.
6. I love to read, read, read!
7. I am a preschool teacher.
8. I have 1 cat, two rats, and two fish tanks.
9. I am an only child.
10. Young Frankenstein is one of my favorite movies.
11. I saw the Lion King musical with my husband and cried during the opening act.
12. I am only 5'0 tall.
13. I prefer to drive a standard over an automatic, even though my current car is an automatic.
14. I want to run a 5k.
15. If I didn't color my hair, I would be pretty much all grey at the age of 34!

Me and my girl picking pumpkins Fall of 2010!



























Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Current Weight: Week Twenty-Six

150.4 (-.6)

I am happy to be down this week.  I didn't really follow program, but I didn't go nutty either.  Back on the wagon this week!

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

January Exercise Recap

Did better with exercise this month, although my motivation petered off at the end.  Trying to get back on the horse.


Jan 1 - *
Jan 2 - *
Jan 3 - Wii Fit Plus 25 Mins
Jan 4 - Wii Fit Plus 35 Mins
Jan 5 - Wii Fit Plus 45 Mins
Jan 6 - *
Jan 7- Wii Fit Plus 46 Mins
Jan 8- Wii Fit Plus 29 Mins/ House Painting 20 Mins
Jan 9-Wii Fit Plus 22 Mins
Jan 10- *
Jan 11-*
Jan 12-Wii Fit Plus 64 Mins
Jan 13-30 Day Shred 20 Mins
Jan 14-Wii Fit Plus 43 Mins
Jan 15-*
Jan 16- *
Jan 17- Wii Fit Plus 13 Mins
Jan 18- Wii Fit Plus 45 Mins
Jan 19- *
Jan 20- *
Jan 21- *
Jan 22- *
Jan 23- *
Jan 24- *
Jan 25- *
Jan 26- Wii Fit Plus 30 Mins
Jan 27- *
Jan 28- *
Jan 29- *
Jan 30- *
Jan 31- *