Today is Day 5 of my new lifestyle change in which I battle my way to reach my goal of losing 30 pounds by the time I am 30 (which was exactly 6 months yesterday). This update will be a little lacking, as I do not have the proper tools yet to help measure my success. Once I get these tools, I will supply all the data I can including pictures (eek!).
Let's get started...Here are my beginning stats:
Weight: 184 lbs (lost 6 pounds a couple of weeks prior to starting this change)
Size: 14 bottoms and XL or L shirts
Today's stats:
Weight: 181 lbs
Size: 14 but making my way to 13
Workout: None as of yet but has tried to walk as much as I can
One thing I have to learn to do is LOVE myself. How can I show true love to other people if I cannot love myself and give myself the respect I deserve. Since this is a lifestyle change and NOT just a diet, I will be working on my self esteem as well as my physical changes.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Monday, June 13, 2011
Before I was a Mom
Before I was a Mom,
I never tripped over toys
or forgot words to a lullaby.
I didn't worry whether or not
my plants were poisonous.
I never thought about immunizations.
Before I was a Mom,
I had never been puked on.
Pooped on.
Chewed on.
Peed on.
I had complete control of my mind
and my thoughts.
I slept all night.
Before I was a Mom,
I never held down a screaming child
so doctors could do tests.
Or give shots.
I never looked into teary eyes and cried.
I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin.
I never sat up late hours at night
watching a baby sleep.
Before I was a Mom,
I never held a sleeping baby just because
I didn't want to put her down.
I never felt my heart break into a million pieces
when I couldn't stop the hurt.
I never knew that something so small
could affect my life so much.
I never knew that I could love someone so much. I never knew I would love being a Mom.
Before I was a Mom,
I didn't know the feeling of
having my heart outside my body..
I didn't know how special it could feel
to feed a hungry baby.
I didn't know that bond
between a mother and her child.
I didn't know that something so small
could make me feel so important and happy.
Before I was a Mom,
I had never gotten up in the middle of the night
every 10 minutes to make sure all was okay.
I had never known the warmth,
the joy,
the love,
the heartache,
the wonderment
or the satisfaction of being a Mom.
I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much,
before I was a Mom
Source: received in a chain letter from my MIL. I thought it was great so I had to share!
Friday, June 10, 2011
PROJECT 365: 6.03.2011 - 6.09.2011
06.03.2011 - New earrings - Deep plum flower
6.04.2011 - Papi's nap time with Eryanna Kaya :)
6.05.2011 - Her very 1st chair
6.06.2011 - Eat & Enjoy... If you can!
6.07.2011 - The lonely red wagon!
6.08.2011 - How do I work this thing?
6.09.2011 - Thanks Lynn Family!
Monday, June 6, 2011
30 By 30
I am going to start yet another project, but this time it is all about me. 30 By 30 is my goal to lose 30 lbs by the time I am 30 years old. That gives me just over 6 months to accomplish this goal. Hard? Absolutely! But I am up for the challenge. With guidance from my brother (Certified Personal Trainer), I will work my way to being healthier, slimmer, trimmer and more energetic (Saya is kicking my arse). Plus, I am looking forward to being married to my hubby again...I miss wearing my wedding and engagement rings :)
Here's a few numbers for you... 30 lbs will get me to be 5 lbs less than my pre-wedding weight, just 15 lbs more than my pre-Joshua weight (which is another goal) and only 20 lbs away from my pre-college weight (ultimate goal). Hope that didn't rattle your brain.
In order to be successful at this goal, which I believe is attainable, is to totally give into the program that I will be using. Resorting to my ways of the current and past time will keep me where I am at. Making changes really is the only way to get this done and I have finally reached that point where I am ready. I have known and come to terms that I am overweight but what I see in the mirror is not the same person I see in pictures and it is heartbreaking. The pictures show my true self and I am amazed at how much I need to work on. Sad to see it but thankful as well.
Besides my self image issues, my health is at risk every day that goes by that I am carrying this weight. I huff and puff and can't keep up with my youngin' at all and I can see it is boring her like crazy. I want to play more, run more and overall be more energetic.
To accomplish my goal, I will need to start making changes such as:
Here's a few numbers for you... 30 lbs will get me to be 5 lbs less than my pre-wedding weight, just 15 lbs more than my pre-Joshua weight (which is another goal) and only 20 lbs away from my pre-college weight (ultimate goal). Hope that didn't rattle your brain.
In order to be successful at this goal, which I believe is attainable, is to totally give into the program that I will be using. Resorting to my ways of the current and past time will keep me where I am at. Making changes really is the only way to get this done and I have finally reached that point where I am ready. I have known and come to terms that I am overweight but what I see in the mirror is not the same person I see in pictures and it is heartbreaking. The pictures show my true self and I am amazed at how much I need to work on. Sad to see it but thankful as well.
Besides my self image issues, my health is at risk every day that goes by that I am carrying this weight. I huff and puff and can't keep up with my youngin' at all and I can see it is boring her like crazy. I want to play more, run more and overall be more energetic.
To accomplish my goal, I will need to start making changes such as:
- Eat more fruits and veggies
- Refrain from drinks with empty calories (soda, specialty coffee drinks, smoothies, etc.)
- Eat more lean proteins and good carbs
- Stay away from fast food
- Eat out less
- Drink more water
- Eat more small meals ( 6 - 7)
- Exercise at least 3x a week
As I go through this program, I will document my progress and results which will include pictures. I must warn you, the beginner pictures will not be for the weak stomached but you can choose to look away. I need to see them and maybe some of you do too!
Follow and support me as I work my way back to healthy!
Disclaimer: I absolutely know I am contradicting my previous statements about not caring about the number but in this challenge it is kind of hard not to pay attention to it. It is only a part of the end goal, not the whole determination of my success.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Where's The Love?
This topic is something that I have been wanting to talk about for some time. It can be controversial, so I wanted to make sure that I was properly getting my point across. Are you intrigued yet? Well here goes nothing...
Making the decision to be a Stay At Home Mother (SAHM) or a Working Mom (WM). Let me start off by saying that the purpose of this post is not to show bias to one group or another or to judge anyone. In fact I was more interested in writing this post to express my disappointment. I am disappointed in us women in how we treat one another because of the decision we made. We are supposed to be empowering and providing encouragement to one another instead of knocking each other down. Women have worked too hard for so long to earn the respect of our counterparts, so lets not set us back for nonsense like this. Why are we judging each other when we have no clue about what each other's situations are?
Yes, we are all entitled to our own opinion BUT we should be sensitive to who our audience is. Why? Because it is the right thing to do, dang it! I am sick and tired of being belittled (whether intentional or not) by other people because I didn't follow the path they were able to choose. I am so damn happy you were able to do that, and I am glad it worked out in your favor but your life is NOT my life (Thank GOD!).
We all chose to be either a SAHM or WM based on what we knew was best for our family but like many things in life, there isn't a cookie cutter solution that works for all. The family dynamics of the past have changed and as humans we have to adjust in order to survive in this world. For instance, those of you that don't know me personally or my situation, I have a live-in disabled FIL. This addition to our family made us make many sacrifices (and continuing to do so, unfortunately). As a result, us having a 2-person income was a must, so I had to sacrifice the idea of being a SAHM. Do I regret it? Heck no! I know what I had to do in order to make sure my family would stay afloat. As long as I can help to provide food, clothing and shelter for my family one way or another, I'm golden!
So please, please, please... STOP THE HATE!
In fact, the next time you see a family member or friend who is a SAHM, WM or even a SAHWife, go ahead and give them a great, big hug! OK... don't do that as that can be a bit creepy BUT be sure to show them your appreciation for what they do. Something as little as this can make someone's day a little brighter.
No matter what your job title is, we are all hard working women! We work 24/7 until our children are adults themselves and even then we always get to play Mama. So a big KUDOS to all my beautiful SAHMs and WMs! Keep doing what you're doing! One thing is for sure, a mother's work is NEVER done!
xoxo
*Getting off my soapbox now*
Making the decision to be a Stay At Home Mother (SAHM) or a Working Mom (WM). Let me start off by saying that the purpose of this post is not to show bias to one group or another or to judge anyone. In fact I was more interested in writing this post to express my disappointment. I am disappointed in us women in how we treat one another because of the decision we made. We are supposed to be empowering and providing encouragement to one another instead of knocking each other down. Women have worked too hard for so long to earn the respect of our counterparts, so lets not set us back for nonsense like this. Why are we judging each other when we have no clue about what each other's situations are?
Yes, we are all entitled to our own opinion BUT we should be sensitive to who our audience is. Why? Because it is the right thing to do, dang it! I am sick and tired of being belittled (whether intentional or not) by other people because I didn't follow the path they were able to choose. I am so damn happy you were able to do that, and I am glad it worked out in your favor but your life is NOT my life (Thank GOD!).
We all chose to be either a SAHM or WM based on what we knew was best for our family but like many things in life, there isn't a cookie cutter solution that works for all. The family dynamics of the past have changed and as humans we have to adjust in order to survive in this world. For instance, those of you that don't know me personally or my situation, I have a live-in disabled FIL. This addition to our family made us make many sacrifices (and continuing to do so, unfortunately). As a result, us having a 2-person income was a must, so I had to sacrifice the idea of being a SAHM. Do I regret it? Heck no! I know what I had to do in order to make sure my family would stay afloat. As long as I can help to provide food, clothing and shelter for my family one way or another, I'm golden!
So please, please, please... STOP THE HATE!
In fact, the next time you see a family member or friend who is a SAHM, WM or even a SAHWife, go ahead and give them a great, big hug! OK... don't do that as that can be a bit creepy BUT be sure to show them your appreciation for what they do. Something as little as this can make someone's day a little brighter.
No matter what your job title is, we are all hard working women! We work 24/7 until our children are adults themselves and even then we always get to play Mama. So a big KUDOS to all my beautiful SAHMs and WMs! Keep doing what you're doing! One thing is for sure, a mother's work is NEVER done!
xoxo
*Getting off my soapbox now*
Friday, June 3, 2011
PROJECT 365: 5.27.2011 - 6.02.2011
5.27.2011 - Breakfast of Champions?
5.28.2011 - Eli's face painting
5.29.2011 - Signature of the AC repairman
5.30.2011 - Nap time on Teduardo after swimming
5.31.2011 - No, I am not pulling EVERYTHING out of Mommy's cabinet
6.01.2011 - Spinach + Cheese ravioli was here...Signed Saya :)
6.02.2011 - America Runs on Dunkin
6.01.2011 - Spinach + Cheese ravioli was here...Signed Saya :)
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