Over the past 10 1/2 weeks i've been focusing on healthy eating, fitness and weight loss. I've been power walking/running 1-3 miles on my treadmill and doing Jillian Michaels 30 day shred and Ripped In 30!! I've mixed in a little yoga, soccer, tennis and whatever else I can do to say active. This has truly been a process but i'm determined to do it the right way and hit my goal by this time next year! Hubby has joined me on this journey (as of this week) and he too runs on the treadmill, eats healthier and gets in some strength, abs and extra cardio. I've heard many reports and have received many emails from friends and family who have been inspired to make healthy changes in their lives. I am blessed to have a willing mind to do this. God has truly given me the strength, motivation and will power to endure. I am 20 lbs lighter (I lost 7 lbs over the past 2 weeks and i'm feeling leaner by the day :)
I am determined to stay focused and to see each goal through... no matter how long it takes me to get there. My children are witnessing a good example and they help motivate me when I don't feel like pushing OR when I procrastinate and put everything else before my workouts. I can visualize how I will look and feel by the Spring, Summer, Fall and etc... I can imagine how i'll feel when I am able to cross the finish line of a 5k, 10k, 15k, 1/2 marathon... maybe, even a marathon :). My health is important to me and
This is just a quick post to catch up on the latest... life is still crazy busy. My sons football team ended on a high... they are champs once again! My son made it to the Pro Bowl and his team made it to the Super Bowl!!!
GREAT SEASON!!!! The girls just started soccer (for the first time) TODAY!!!! And boy was it a blast! My eldest daughter played first and she did an outstanding job on offense but an even better job on defense. She played against an all boys team and she blocked shots left and right! Next up was baby girl...
She scored the teams first goal (her first goal as well) and we went crazy with the cheers, thumbs up and congrats! They both had tons of fun. They also attended 2 birthday parties today and we took hubby to the airport for his departure to Europe and then to FL. He should return next Sunday... let the count down begin!!! I'll be back later with more updates as the season continues.
Just made her first goal!!!
Proud Papa
Fun after the Pro Bowl
Forgot to mention that Thansgiving was amazing (we spent it in VA at my sisters) and we're gearing up for Christmas... my 2 favorite holidays of the year :). Here are a few pics for you to enjoy...
Hi All! It's been forever since I last posted... there's just always tons of stuff going on. The kids and hubby are great. Ive just been running around behind them all. The girls had their first tennis session (for 1 month) and they had a blast. We now have family tennis night every Friday :). We will continue to work on things with them with hopes of signing them up for the next session in the spring (when the weather gets warmer). My son's football team is still enjoying a great season. They lost their first game in 2 years a few weeks ago but have since bounced back to both a 41-0 & 32-0 victory over their past opponents. They clinched the division title and are starting the playoffs this weekend! Good times! I've been recording every game for hubby to review on his "off" days...lol. They really take this thing seriously! Love it!
Well, next up for the girls is either Soccer or Gymnastics. We just need to decide which one we'd rather sit through. Josh is begging for us to sign him up for wrestling... so we'll see about that. Hubby is still working hard on his MBA and he hasn't had to travel this month... so far. Let's hope it stays that way for a while. The kids have their Christmas Lists' posted on the fridge and the gifts they are requesting are quite comical. I will post them one day for your viewing pleasure.
Let's see, Blessed Curly Gurlz is still going strong. We hit 1000 viewers a week ago and are steadily increasing. Here is a recent video that I posted showing how I created a back to school hairstyle and how you determine your hair type:
I also started a facebook fan page where I talk about hair, recipes, family and etc... take a look and "like" the page: The Blessed Mom Of 3 (Facebook Fan Page)
Well, time is of essence and I must run for now. I promise to try to get back to posting more often.... well, as time permits. I've been working on some sight words with my 4 year old and it's amazing how quickly she picks up on them! Amazing!!!
~blessings to you!
p.s. check out my "cooking from the heart" album for some new recipes... the latest one will be Red Velvet Cake :)
Just wanted to jump on here and post that hubby came home late last night!!!! He had a wonderful 9+ hour flight and we're so thankful to have him back! My load just got a little easier... I think...lol. Right now he's enjoying a breakfast scramble that I made him and a few sides :). I secretly made some banana nut bread that's baking away in the oven!! Tonight i'm going to make him a welcome home dinner... Rotissere Chicken, Cabbage, Yams and Wheat Rolls. Just super happy to have him back!
In my spare time, I was able to upload a video showing how I detangle my hair. Take a look...
Well, that's all for now... looking forward to enjoying our nice, long weekend together :) Be blessed!!
