Okay so just because it has been Spring Break doesn't mean that I have had a break! My goal for this blog was to keep myself on track, have someone I could have help keep me on track, and help me realize I am worth more than I think.
So far not so good (as you can see). I have learned so much about myself and I'm learning to like myself, but this is a huge struggle for me. So, today I'm playing a little catch up! Want to see what all I have done? Welp, here it is from the beginning. It might take me a few days to get caught up to now, but I will work hard at it!
Day 1: I drank water for a long time and still drink it, just not 64 oz like I should. Here is my reminder!
Day 2: Here is part of my list, also listed is:
- Spend more time with my boys
- Make Diamond by July (natashadixon.myitworks.com)
- Run a 5k this summer
- Canoe 21+ miles down the river (again!)
- Send my mother and father-in law to Hawaii! DID IT!!!! They leave the 21st! Yahoo!
Okay, the babes crying gotta go for now, but I WILL finish later!
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Friday, March 15, 2013
PARTY!!
I am currently having an online skinny wrap party! Be sure to check it out!
Let me know if you have any questions!
I will be giving away a free wrap! Attend the online party! Share with your friends! Follow the directions and you could win!!!
https://www.facebook.com/events/315489775220741/
Let me know if you have any questions!
I will be giving away a free wrap! Attend the online party! Share with your friends! Follow the directions and you could win!!!
https://www.facebook.com/events/315489775220741/
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Long time!..
I know it has been a while since my last post! Life just gets so hectic.
The last few weeks I have:
- Had 3 wrap parties
- Had classes
- Had a speech (got 100%)
- The boys had the flu, colds, and another weird tummy bug (lasted 3 days)
- Helped my sister in law finish fixing up her house
- Went skiing
- Spent many LONG hours finishing up homework.
Accomplish a goal- For the month of February I made a goal to have one wrap party a week. I almost made my goal! I got 3! It feels so good when you accomplish your goals (or almost).
Try something new -I also went skiing for the first time. If you have never been you should go! It is a WORKOUT! I usually snowboard but I have never been as sore snowboarding as I did skiing. My husband and sister in law taught me.
Work toward something- School is kicking my rear! Especially with two little ones. I am hanging in there. I may not get on as much or do the individual days anymore, but just know each day I am doing something! Work out! Drink your water! or do like me and work toward something!
Do something good for someone- I have been helping my sister in law fix up her house. They bought a house in January and have been trying to get it fixed up to live in. It is almost complete! We have spent a lot of time helping her out painting, re-shingling, ripping up carpet, laying tile, laying linoleum, taking down cupboards, putting up cupboards, and much more. It has been nice to be able to help them out!
I was trying to put pictures up tonight, but It wasn't working well. My computer was acting funny. I was going to show you pics of my green shakes, and everything else I have done since the beginning.
I guess I will just try again later. :(
The last few weeks I have:
- Had 3 wrap parties
- Had classes
- Had a speech (got 100%)
- The boys had the flu, colds, and another weird tummy bug (lasted 3 days)
- Helped my sister in law finish fixing up her house
- Went skiing
- Spent many LONG hours finishing up homework.
Accomplish a goal- For the month of February I made a goal to have one wrap party a week. I almost made my goal! I got 3! It feels so good when you accomplish your goals (or almost).
Try something new -I also went skiing for the first time. If you have never been you should go! It is a WORKOUT! I usually snowboard but I have never been as sore snowboarding as I did skiing. My husband and sister in law taught me.
Work toward something- School is kicking my rear! Especially with two little ones. I am hanging in there. I may not get on as much or do the individual days anymore, but just know each day I am doing something! Work out! Drink your water! or do like me and work toward something!
Do something good for someone- I have been helping my sister in law fix up her house. They bought a house in January and have been trying to get it fixed up to live in. It is almost complete! We have spent a lot of time helping her out painting, re-shingling, ripping up carpet, laying tile, laying linoleum, taking down cupboards, putting up cupboards, and much more. It has been nice to be able to help them out!
I was trying to put pictures up tonight, but It wasn't working well. My computer was acting funny. I was going to show you pics of my green shakes, and everything else I have done since the beginning.
I guess I will just try again later. :(
Monday, February 18, 2013
5 years!
I just thought I would quickly write and share a little history about me.
When I was a kid I didn't fit in very well. I was made fun of a lot and had a lot of emotional problems. I never felt as if I were good enough, I was a loser, and I wasn't truly happy. I always wanted to fit into the "in" crowd. Most of the people in the "in" crowd never new I even existed. I was just there, a person walking around the halls of school taking up more space. I didn't do much with friends. I just didn't have a good self-esteem. What did I do to make myself feel better? I turned to boys. I found guys who would date me and I held onto them. I dated one guy almost the whole time I was in high school. It broke my heart when we broke up and I had even more emotional problems. This time I turned to something else. I started drinking then I started using drugs.
The first time I actually did anything was in the fifth grade. A few of the people I hung out with smoked weed, but I never actually tried the "hard" stuff until I graduated from high school. I started dating a guy who was into heroin and cocaine. I thought I was a strong enough person to stay away from it, but I wasn't. We moved in together and it wasn't long before I was using too. Lets just say the drugs helped take away my pain, fear, loneliness, and sadness.
I was in deep, deeper than most who just start out. I was dating someone who used for years, he was a pro. I was an amateur who wanted to keep up and have my feelings taken away quickly so I didn't have regret. For almost 9 straight months nothing mattered to me except getting that next hit. I didn't care who I hurt, how I got the drugs, or even what happened to me.
My wake up call came when I got arrested. I was, luckily, let go with out any ding on my record, just a lesson learned. I was being stupid, selfish, and dangerous.
I called my parents and told them I was ready for help. They sent me to rehab within a month to get me the help I needed.
I will never forget the night I left home. My parents tried to get me to hurry so we could make check in on time. We left about 1pm and had to drive 4 hours. By the time I got there we weren't able to check in. We had to wait until morning. In the middle of the drive I woke up in pain. I got the hot and cold flashes, constantly moved, and felt like throwing up. It was miserable. The feelings I had that day and night were worse than any I have ever had during child birth. I was ready to end my life that night. I shared a hotel room with my parents. None of us slept.
The next morning we all got up, ate breakfast (except me I was too sick), and got ready to leave. It took another 45 minutes before we got to the center. I was so relieved! When I checked in I weight around 95-100 lbs. I looked sick! When I left the center 28 days later I had only gained about 6 or 7 lbs.
My parents moved me 4 hours away from home to a place I had never been before. It was hard! About four months after I left rehab I relapsed. It only happened one time, just enough to scare me into never wanting to do it again. I haven't! I have been clean since!
Five years later here I am, writing to share my experience in hopes that someone else will find my story helpful.
I could not have done it with out the help of my parents, siblings, amazing husband, in-laws, current friends, children, the gospel, and of course my Savior Jesus Christ, and Heavenly Father.
I am so grateful for my life, the experiences I have had, and where I am now. I am so proud of myself for remaining sober for these five years and pray for many more to come!
I took this last week for my self. I wanted to take the time to think about the meaning of my life, where I have been, and where I am now. I have spent time with family, read my journal entries from rehab, and reflected what I have learned. I hope you will take some time to look back at your past and think about what you have learned from it!
Please feel free to ask any questions! Please share this with someone who may benefit from it!
Thanks! Have a good week!
When I was a kid I didn't fit in very well. I was made fun of a lot and had a lot of emotional problems. I never felt as if I were good enough, I was a loser, and I wasn't truly happy. I always wanted to fit into the "in" crowd. Most of the people in the "in" crowd never new I even existed. I was just there, a person walking around the halls of school taking up more space. I didn't do much with friends. I just didn't have a good self-esteem. What did I do to make myself feel better? I turned to boys. I found guys who would date me and I held onto them. I dated one guy almost the whole time I was in high school. It broke my heart when we broke up and I had even more emotional problems. This time I turned to something else. I started drinking then I started using drugs.
The first time I actually did anything was in the fifth grade. A few of the people I hung out with smoked weed, but I never actually tried the "hard" stuff until I graduated from high school. I started dating a guy who was into heroin and cocaine. I thought I was a strong enough person to stay away from it, but I wasn't. We moved in together and it wasn't long before I was using too. Lets just say the drugs helped take away my pain, fear, loneliness, and sadness.
I was in deep, deeper than most who just start out. I was dating someone who used for years, he was a pro. I was an amateur who wanted to keep up and have my feelings taken away quickly so I didn't have regret. For almost 9 straight months nothing mattered to me except getting that next hit. I didn't care who I hurt, how I got the drugs, or even what happened to me.
My wake up call came when I got arrested. I was, luckily, let go with out any ding on my record, just a lesson learned. I was being stupid, selfish, and dangerous.
I called my parents and told them I was ready for help. They sent me to rehab within a month to get me the help I needed.
I will never forget the night I left home. My parents tried to get me to hurry so we could make check in on time. We left about 1pm and had to drive 4 hours. By the time I got there we weren't able to check in. We had to wait until morning. In the middle of the drive I woke up in pain. I got the hot and cold flashes, constantly moved, and felt like throwing up. It was miserable. The feelings I had that day and night were worse than any I have ever had during child birth. I was ready to end my life that night. I shared a hotel room with my parents. None of us slept.
The next morning we all got up, ate breakfast (except me I was too sick), and got ready to leave. It took another 45 minutes before we got to the center. I was so relieved! When I checked in I weight around 95-100 lbs. I looked sick! When I left the center 28 days later I had only gained about 6 or 7 lbs.
My parents moved me 4 hours away from home to a place I had never been before. It was hard! About four months after I left rehab I relapsed. It only happened one time, just enough to scare me into never wanting to do it again. I haven't! I have been clean since!
Five years later here I am, writing to share my experience in hopes that someone else will find my story helpful.
I could not have done it with out the help of my parents, siblings, amazing husband, in-laws, current friends, children, the gospel, and of course my Savior Jesus Christ, and Heavenly Father.
I am so grateful for my life, the experiences I have had, and where I am now. I am so proud of myself for remaining sober for these five years and pray for many more to come!
I took this last week for my self. I wanted to take the time to think about the meaning of my life, where I have been, and where I am now. I have spent time with family, read my journal entries from rehab, and reflected what I have learned. I hope you will take some time to look back at your past and think about what you have learned from it!
Please feel free to ask any questions! Please share this with someone who may benefit from it!
Thanks! Have a good week!
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Away...
So I have really been trying to actually stay off my computer because one of my goals has been to spend more quality time with my boys. How much quality time can I spend with them if I'm constantly on the computer typing on a blog, or posting pictures for my business. Although doing both only take a few minutes I get side tracked so easy! I usually have to look on pinterest to see if there is any new cute stuff, see how friends are doing on facebook, or look through friends pictures (Yes, I love looking at friends pictures!). This usually takes me hours, so it is better if I just don't get on at all.
As I have been taking sometime off and away from my computer I have come to realize that I am a comfort eater. I don't talk about this much (or at all) but I feel alone many times. Food has become my friend over the years. It is always there for me when I need it, doesn't back talk, always listens and never tells me what to do, and fills my emptiness.
I have felt like this for so long that now it is habit to eat and eat and eat! I have noticed that I eat when I am not even hungry, I eat just because. I have got seconds because I wanted to eat more, not because I was hungry or unsatisfied. Because of this I have gained a lot of weight, which makes me more depressed, which makes me eat more. It is the circle of loneliness. Yes, I have my husband and kids, but my husband works and as much as I love my kids they aren't fun to shop with or have a girls night with. So after much thought this week, I have come up with a new plan for me.
(Day 33) I have added morning meditation to my daily schedule. This is time for just me before the kids wake up. I get to read scriptures, think about my life and how blessed I am, go over events for the day, and just be by myself.
(Day 34) I have also made smaller portions. If my husband is still hungry I tell him to eat an apple, but most of the times he is comfortable.
(Day 35) Since I have always been a shy person I need to break out of my shell. I asked a few friends to have a girls get together. We will do it this month and if it works out I will try to do one once a month.
(Day 36) Start writing in a journal. I figured instead of stuffing my feelings with food I would share my feelings on paper. I am only 25 years old and (I hope) I still have a long life ahead of me. I want to live a healthy life, and overeating is not part of a healthy life.
(Day 37) Go to the store and buy healthy foods for snacks. If you have healthy snacks available they seem to be easier to eat.
(Day 38) Do a craft. I know this one is kind of random, but it really feels good to do a craft. It doesn't have to be anything expensive. I took an old pair of scrubs and made a cute skirt. I still have to surge it, but I love the way it is turning out. It feels so good to accomplish something. I would like to start doing at least one project a month.
(Day 39) Spend 15 minutes every night before bed and pick up the house. I have started to realize that part of the reason I have been depressed is because I feel overwhelmed with many things. If we break things down (like cleaning) and do small things each day it will make a big difference. Although this is only my second day in a row of doing this, I woke up this morning feeling so much better. I knew I had a clean house. I made a good breakfast and was able to put those dishes right into the dishwasher to keep a nice clean kitchen. I know it may seem stupid, but it really is the small and simple things which make life easier.
(Day 40) Get the kids to bed ON TIME! I don't know about you but it is hard for me to get the kids to bed on time every night. I need to do better, so starting tonight I WILL have the kids in bed on time EVERY night. It is important that moms get a little time to themselves and for couples to have time together with out kids. Getting the kids to bed on time will give you the much needed time for you and your spouse, or the time that you need by yourself. I sat in bed at 830 tonight and wondered what I was going to do with my spare time. This is the first time in a long time that I have felt that way. It is a great feeling!
I hope you all have an amazing week! I will not be posting daily any more, I will be posting weekly now.
As I have been taking sometime off and away from my computer I have come to realize that I am a comfort eater. I don't talk about this much (or at all) but I feel alone many times. Food has become my friend over the years. It is always there for me when I need it, doesn't back talk, always listens and never tells me what to do, and fills my emptiness.
I have felt like this for so long that now it is habit to eat and eat and eat! I have noticed that I eat when I am not even hungry, I eat just because. I have got seconds because I wanted to eat more, not because I was hungry or unsatisfied. Because of this I have gained a lot of weight, which makes me more depressed, which makes me eat more. It is the circle of loneliness. Yes, I have my husband and kids, but my husband works and as much as I love my kids they aren't fun to shop with or have a girls night with. So after much thought this week, I have come up with a new plan for me.
(Day 33) I have added morning meditation to my daily schedule. This is time for just me before the kids wake up. I get to read scriptures, think about my life and how blessed I am, go over events for the day, and just be by myself.
(Day 34) I have also made smaller portions. If my husband is still hungry I tell him to eat an apple, but most of the times he is comfortable.
(Day 35) Since I have always been a shy person I need to break out of my shell. I asked a few friends to have a girls get together. We will do it this month and if it works out I will try to do one once a month.
(Day 36) Start writing in a journal. I figured instead of stuffing my feelings with food I would share my feelings on paper. I am only 25 years old and (I hope) I still have a long life ahead of me. I want to live a healthy life, and overeating is not part of a healthy life.
(Day 37) Go to the store and buy healthy foods for snacks. If you have healthy snacks available they seem to be easier to eat.
(Day 38) Do a craft. I know this one is kind of random, but it really feels good to do a craft. It doesn't have to be anything expensive. I took an old pair of scrubs and made a cute skirt. I still have to surge it, but I love the way it is turning out. It feels so good to accomplish something. I would like to start doing at least one project a month.
(Day 39) Spend 15 minutes every night before bed and pick up the house. I have started to realize that part of the reason I have been depressed is because I feel overwhelmed with many things. If we break things down (like cleaning) and do small things each day it will make a big difference. Although this is only my second day in a row of doing this, I woke up this morning feeling so much better. I knew I had a clean house. I made a good breakfast and was able to put those dishes right into the dishwasher to keep a nice clean kitchen. I know it may seem stupid, but it really is the small and simple things which make life easier.
(Day 40) Get the kids to bed ON TIME! I don't know about you but it is hard for me to get the kids to bed on time every night. I need to do better, so starting tonight I WILL have the kids in bed on time EVERY night. It is important that moms get a little time to themselves and for couples to have time together with out kids. Getting the kids to bed on time will give you the much needed time for you and your spouse, or the time that you need by yourself. I sat in bed at 830 tonight and wondered what I was going to do with my spare time. This is the first time in a long time that I have felt that way. It is a great feeling!
I hope you all have an amazing week! I will not be posting daily any more, I will be posting weekly now.
Friday, February 1, 2013
OMG...
I know I was away longer than the week, but It was nice to have a break. I got so much done! Tomorrow night I will post a month in review for you all to see what I have been up to. For now I will play catch up.
Day 28: Plan a run.
Sit down and plan a run for the spring summer or fall. I will be doing a 5k this summer. I was looking online and found this AWESOME run I would love to do!http://www.rundisney.com/disneyland-half-marathon/ I think this will be my goal for next year!
Day 29-30: Plan your meals
Half of cooking is deciding what to make for dinner. Sit down and plan February's meals. Try to go one month with out cooking the same meal twice and try for healthier meals!!
Day 31: Prepare yourself for the "green smoothie challenge"
At the beginning of March I will be starting the 10 day Green Smoothie Challenge! I'm super excited about this, but I need to branch out and try more veggies first. There are some I don't like. So today try a new veggie. Mine was Kale, Can't say I cared too much for it, but at least I tried.
Day 32: Try a green smoothie
I have never actually had a green smoothie so I tried one for the first time. If you never have you should try it! Here is the recipe I used!
Day 33: Look back at what you have accomplished!
If you have kept up with me this far, you have accomplished quite a bit. I know most of it has been little stuff, but the little things matter! If you haven't done everything just do it as you can. The main thing is to try! You are worth it. I may not be the healthiest person, smartest, happiest, but I sure try and that is what counts. I need this challenge, do you?
Here is a cute quote I found, not sure who it is by. I wish I could give the credit to the person.
"You can do it. You can rescue yourself. No matter what you believe about your competence or your worth, no matter if you weight 400 pounds on the scale or in your mind, you can change. You can become every courageous inch of yourself. But you have to act. You have to make an effort. You have to find a path or practice that knocks at the door of your heart, and then you have to do it. Keep doing it even if you don't feel like it on an particular day. If you do nothing, nothing will change. If you act, if you make an effort, then little by little, bite by bite, morning after morning, you become the promise of yourself."
Day 28: Plan a run.
Sit down and plan a run for the spring summer or fall. I will be doing a 5k this summer. I was looking online and found this AWESOME run I would love to do!http://www.rundisney.com/disneyland-half-marathon/ I think this will be my goal for next year!
Day 29-30: Plan your meals
Half of cooking is deciding what to make for dinner. Sit down and plan February's meals. Try to go one month with out cooking the same meal twice and try for healthier meals!!
Day 31: Prepare yourself for the "green smoothie challenge"
At the beginning of March I will be starting the 10 day Green Smoothie Challenge! I'm super excited about this, but I need to branch out and try more veggies first. There are some I don't like. So today try a new veggie. Mine was Kale, Can't say I cared too much for it, but at least I tried.
Day 32: Try a green smoothie
I have never actually had a green smoothie so I tried one for the first time. If you never have you should try it! Here is the recipe I used!
I must say it really wasn't that bad! Try it, you may find you like it!
Day 33: Look back at what you have accomplished!
If you have kept up with me this far, you have accomplished quite a bit. I know most of it has been little stuff, but the little things matter! If you haven't done everything just do it as you can. The main thing is to try! You are worth it. I may not be the healthiest person, smartest, happiest, but I sure try and that is what counts. I need this challenge, do you?
Here is a cute quote I found, not sure who it is by. I wish I could give the credit to the person.
"You can do it. You can rescue yourself. No matter what you believe about your competence or your worth, no matter if you weight 400 pounds on the scale or in your mind, you can change. You can become every courageous inch of yourself. But you have to act. You have to make an effort. You have to find a path or practice that knocks at the door of your heart, and then you have to do it. Keep doing it even if you don't feel like it on an particular day. If you do nothing, nothing will change. If you act, if you make an effort, then little by little, bite by bite, morning after morning, you become the promise of yourself."
Saturday, January 19, 2013
Day 20-27: Turn OFF your addictions
I have decided that this challenge is for a week.
I want you to get off of Facebook, Pinterest, Blogs, Google, WHATEVER you spend too much time on and live a little. Go outside, enjoy a book, spend much needed quality time with your loved ones! Now this is obviously within reason, I start school on Tuesday so I will need to be on my computer, but I will NOT be on Facebook, Pinterest, or writing on my blog. It will be tough, but I know we can all do it!
See you in a week!
I want you to get off of Facebook, Pinterest, Blogs, Google, WHATEVER you spend too much time on and live a little. Go outside, enjoy a book, spend much needed quality time with your loved ones! Now this is obviously within reason, I start school on Tuesday so I will need to be on my computer, but I will NOT be on Facebook, Pinterest, or writing on my blog. It will be tough, but I know we can all do it!
See you in a week!
Day 19: Get up and finish a project you started
I don't know about you, but I have so many unfinished projects. So today I am sitting down and finishing one project!
Day 18: Review
Go over each day and try to combine what we have done into one day.
Drink water through the day. I have noticed that as I drink water throughout the day I become less hungry. The water is kind of filling me up so I eat less. Also, try eating your fruits and veggies first before you eat your meal. This way you fill up on the healthy stuff before you go to the main dish.
Exercise, I have continued exercising and I love the way I feel!
Eat healthy food, your body will love you for it!
Keep going I will be posting pictures of what I have done soon!
Drink water through the day. I have noticed that as I drink water throughout the day I become less hungry. The water is kind of filling me up so I eat less. Also, try eating your fruits and veggies first before you eat your meal. This way you fill up on the healthy stuff before you go to the main dish.
Exercise, I have continued exercising and I love the way I feel!
Eat healthy food, your body will love you for it!
Keep going I will be posting pictures of what I have done soon!
Day 17: Smile
Sorry I'm behind my son got strep throat so I was taking care of a very sick boy.
Today I want you to smile all day long! A Smile goes a mile!
I know over the last week I have had a hard time smiling. It is hard to see the child you love so sick, and he only had the flu, but to keep us all sane we watched funny movies and when he got down I would try to make him laugh. Keep smiling! It gets you through a lot!
Here is some info about smiling.
Check this out! I guarantee at least one good laugh! Let me know what you think!
Today I want you to smile all day long! A Smile goes a mile!
I know over the last week I have had a hard time smiling. It is hard to see the child you love so sick, and he only had the flu, but to keep us all sane we watched funny movies and when he got down I would try to make him laugh. Keep smiling! It gets you through a lot!
Here is some info about smiling.
Check this out! I guarantee at least one good laugh! Let me know what you think!
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Day 16: Eat healthy fat
Eat healthy fats, carbs, and whole grain. I use to think that whole
wheat didn't taste near as good as white anything, until I tried it.
Unless I make my own noodles I only use whole wheat pasta now. I have
also made the switch with bread, crackers, and tortillas. Fish is a
great way to get your good fats in. Check this out for five reasons we need this good fat.
Day 15: Don't go cold turkey
Don't tell yourself you can't have something. Telling yourself you
can't have something reminds me of when I was 16 and my mom and dad told
me I couldn't be out past midnight. What did I do? Stayed out past
midnight just because they said I couldn't. Telling yourself you can't
have something only makes you want it more. I have tried the no soda
thing several times. I went 4 years with out it... Then met my husband.
The key is to try to eat/drink less. Instead of drinking soda all day,
drink five sodas a day, then down to two then only one. You may start to
find yourself craving it less and less. Remember though, these things
take time. It doesn't happen over night.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Monday, January 14, 2013
Love this poem!
Slow down mummy, there is no need to rush,
slow down mummy, what is all the fuss?
Slow down mummy, make yourself a cup tea.
Slow down mummy, come and spend some time with me.
Slow down mummy, let's put our boots on and go out for a walk,
let's kick at piles of leaves, and smile and laugh and talk.
Slow down mummy, you look ever so tired,
come sit and snuggle under the duvet and rest with me a while.
Slow down mummy, those dirty dishes can wait,
slow down mummy, let's have some fun, let's bake a cake!
Slow down mummy I know you work a lot,
but sometimes mummy, its nice when you just stop.
Sit with us a minute,
& listen to our day,
spend a cherished moment,
because our childhood is not here to stay!
Rebekah.Knight (c)2011
I wish my boys would stay like this forever!
slow down mummy, what is all the fuss?
Slow down mummy, make yourself a cup tea.
Slow down mummy, come and spend some time with me.
Slow down mummy, let's put our boots on and go out for a walk,
let's kick at piles of leaves, and smile and laugh and talk.
Slow down mummy, you look ever so tired,
come sit and snuggle under the duvet and rest with me a while.
Slow down mummy, those dirty dishes can wait,
slow down mummy, let's have some fun, let's bake a cake!
Slow down mummy I know you work a lot,
but sometimes mummy, its nice when you just stop.
Sit with us a minute,
& listen to our day,
spend a cherished moment,
because our childhood is not here to stay!
Rebekah.Knight (c)2011
I wish my boys would stay like this forever!
Day 13: Spend the day with your family
With all the craziness in our lives we have to take time with our family. My husband works full time and it is hard for him to spend good quality time with us.
Sundays are a good day for spending time together as a family. No one has school, some don't work, it is just the perfect day for some people to do it.
So what can you do as a family? You will want to help keep them entertained.
1. Get to know them- talk to them. Obviously some teens are very closed and will not want to talk much or spend time with you, but remind them that family is important.
2. Play games- If you can turn off the TV and play a good old fashioned game of Monopoly, Clue, or cards. Video games can be fun, but (in my opinion) there is no one on one contact with the people you play with.
3. Make healthy snacks- have fun teaching your kids how to make healthy snacks. Good habits start at home so teach them.
4. Go for a walk if it's not 7degrees outside.
5. Look through old pictures.
These are just a few ideas, let me know what you come up with. :)
Sundays are a good day for spending time together as a family. No one has school, some don't work, it is just the perfect day for some people to do it.
So what can you do as a family? You will want to help keep them entertained.
1. Get to know them- talk to them. Obviously some teens are very closed and will not want to talk much or spend time with you, but remind them that family is important.
2. Play games- If you can turn off the TV and play a good old fashioned game of Monopoly, Clue, or cards. Video games can be fun, but (in my opinion) there is no one on one contact with the people you play with.
3. Make healthy snacks- have fun teaching your kids how to make healthy snacks. Good habits start at home so teach them.
4. Go for a walk if it's not 7degrees outside.
5. Look through old pictures.
These are just a few ideas, let me know what you come up with. :)
Day 12: Try a pin
Okay I know some of these posts may be repeats, but I really want to eat healthier. We all just need to take it slow. Changing your eating habits doesn't just happen over
night (trust me I've tried). Small changes each day make big things
happen. It takes time to make good habits stick. That is another reason
for this challenge, it is to take something new each day and work on it
until it is habit.
So today I want you to try a new recipe. Pick one of the ones you have pinned on Pinterest. If you don't have a pinterest account, don't get one! Ha ha ha, you will be on it all day and all night!
Here is the one I tried. Soo good!
So today I want you to try a new recipe. Pick one of the ones you have pinned on Pinterest. If you don't have a pinterest account, don't get one! Ha ha ha, you will be on it all day and all night!
Here is the one I tried. Soo good!
Friday, January 11, 2013
Day 11: Well.. Read on...
Okay, I totally know how stay at home moms gain so much weight. On the husbands days off he decides he wants a snack so he goes to the store and comes home with ice cream, cookies, and chips. Then he goes back to work. After a stressful day of chasing kids around, cleaning house, doing laundry, a teething baby, and crazy two year old, I finally lay the kids down for bed. Then what do I do? Go straight to the freezer!
Does this not look AMAZING!??!
Oh my gosh and it tasted soo good too! So what is the problem? I ate it at 9 pm! Remember this goal? Okay well, I think that needs to include no late night snacking!
So Day 11: No late night snacking, unless it is a healthy treat (apple, orange...)
I think I may need to find another way to keep my husband's mind off snacks on his days off. My body can't afford his snack cravings!
Oh my gosh and it tasted soo good too! So what is the problem? I ate it at 9 pm! Remember this goal? Okay well, I think that needs to include no late night snacking!
So Day 11: No late night snacking, unless it is a healthy treat (apple, orange...)
I think I may need to find another way to keep my husband's mind off snacks on his days off. My body can't afford his snack cravings!
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
Day 10: Pick a new workout
I don't know about you, but I get so bored with the same workout over and over again. That is one negative thing I noticed with the Insanity workout. I follow the schedule, but feel like I'm doing the same routine over and over again.
So... today I want you to look up a new workout.
I personally don't like my thighs. They have gotten really especially after I stopped running when I got pregnant. So today I will try this workout.
If you don't normally workout, my challenge is for you to get up and do a simple workout.
Challenge yourself, don't settle for easy.
So... today I want you to look up a new workout.
I personally don't like my thighs. They have gotten really especially after I stopped running when I got pregnant. So today I will try this workout.
If you don't normally workout, my challenge is for you to get up and do a simple workout.
Challenge yourself, don't settle for easy.
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Monday, January 7, 2013
Day 7: Don't skip breakfast! Day 8: Eat an early dinner. Day 9: Eat a meal with family
Day 7
Sorry, I'm a little late getting this up, thank a crazy day and lots of snow.
Today I want you to make sure you start eating breakfast. I know it is so easy to skip, but it really is the most important meal of the day. You need that brain food, and energy to get you through the day. Then as you go through the day eat smaller meals.
Day 8
I have found thought that I don't like eating late at night. It makes my body feel heavy, full, and uncomfortable come bedtime. So my goal has been to eat dinner by 6 every night. If I get hungry after that I eat a small healthy snack like an apple, orange, or some carrots or celery. It may not be much but it holds me over until morning.
Day 9
Eating dinner with family is good for you in many ways. Not only does it bring new conversation to the table, but it brings you closer as a family. I remember sitting down for dinner and enjoying talking with my family about my day, sharing jokes, or listening to anything they had to say. It was good for my siblings and me. We were all so busy and never really got the chance to just sit and talk except at dinner.
I challenge you to turn your TV and cell phones OFF! Sit with your family and have a nice quiet meal.
Discussion ideas:
1. Ask each family member how their day went, what they learned, accomplished, or what they enjoyed most about their day.
2. Plan dinners out for the week. Have each family member mention one dinner that they would enjoy having.
3. Share jokes, everyone likes a good laugh! It livens up your mealtime and gives your family another good excuse to keep eating dinner together.
4. Use this time to express how much they mean to you and you love them.
5. If you have young children you can have fun with it and make it a royal dinner. Make it fun by making king and queen hats. Use this time to teach your children. You can teach them manners. "Kings and Queens chew with their mouths closed." "Kings and Queens use forks not hands." It can be fun and a good learning experience.
6. Don't bring up anything you may fight about. If you are trying to eat together as a family you must make it an enjoyable time. Don't bring up anything that will offend, or embarrass another. This takes the pleasure away and they won't want to keep eating together.
If you would like to see health benefits from eating as a family read this article.
I hope you will all try this! Let me know how it goes! :)
Sorry, I'm a little late getting this up, thank a crazy day and lots of snow.
Today I want you to make sure you start eating breakfast. I know it is so easy to skip, but it really is the most important meal of the day. You need that brain food, and energy to get you through the day. Then as you go through the day eat smaller meals.
Day 8
I have found thought that I don't like eating late at night. It makes my body feel heavy, full, and uncomfortable come bedtime. So my goal has been to eat dinner by 6 every night. If I get hungry after that I eat a small healthy snack like an apple, orange, or some carrots or celery. It may not be much but it holds me over until morning.
Day 9
Eating dinner with family is good for you in many ways. Not only does it bring new conversation to the table, but it brings you closer as a family. I remember sitting down for dinner and enjoying talking with my family about my day, sharing jokes, or listening to anything they had to say. It was good for my siblings and me. We were all so busy and never really got the chance to just sit and talk except at dinner.
I challenge you to turn your TV and cell phones OFF! Sit with your family and have a nice quiet meal.
Discussion ideas:
1. Ask each family member how their day went, what they learned, accomplished, or what they enjoyed most about their day.
2. Plan dinners out for the week. Have each family member mention one dinner that they would enjoy having.
3. Share jokes, everyone likes a good laugh! It livens up your mealtime and gives your family another good excuse to keep eating dinner together.
4. Use this time to express how much they mean to you and you love them.
5. If you have young children you can have fun with it and make it a royal dinner. Make it fun by making king and queen hats. Use this time to teach your children. You can teach them manners. "Kings and Queens chew with their mouths closed." "Kings and Queens use forks not hands." It can be fun and a good learning experience.
6. Don't bring up anything you may fight about. If you are trying to eat together as a family you must make it an enjoyable time. Don't bring up anything that will offend, or embarrass another. This takes the pleasure away and they won't want to keep eating together.
If you would like to see health benefits from eating as a family read this article.
I hope you will all try this! Let me know how it goes! :)
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Day 6: Portion Control
This is a big one. It has been so hard for me to
not go back for seconds with the foods I love. So I started taking
small portions. It may sound crazy, but I actually started eating less
and noticing I had more leftovers. I grab a SMALL plate, put one scoop
on my plate, and when I go back for seconds I only get one more scoop.
It is the same as if I were to put a whole scoop on my plate.
So today I would like you to try taking smaller portions and if you go back for seconds, just get a small amount.
So today I would like you to try taking smaller portions and if you go back for seconds, just get a small amount.
Friday, January 4, 2013
Day 5: Try a new HEALTHY recipe
How many times have you started a diet? I know I have like 4 or 5 times. How long does it last? Like 3-4 days or until my mother in law makes her chocolate chip cookies for me. I have come to find that diets are hard to stick to unless you have a good support system (even then it is hard!).
The truth is I don't think you really need a diet to help you lose weight. If you wish to continue your diet, by all means please do so. I hope it works out well for you. I have learned that eating healthier is key to a healthy lifestyle.
Today's challenge: Add variety to your life. Add color to your meal (meaning add fruits and veggies), try new foods or recipes, If you are use to something branch out and try something different. Instead of a TV dinner, try a fresh home cooked meal. My experience: Having grown up on pasta, it is hard to spread my wings and try new foods. My husband grew on a farm so his meals mostly consisted of meats, veggies, and homemade bread. I was shocked when my husband told me he was sick of pasta. WHAT? How can anyone be sick of pasta? Okay so we had been married for a little over a month and we had some type of pasta everyday for that whole month, with one day of meat in between. That is when I learned I had a problem. I loved pasta so much even if I made meat I HAD to have pasta on the side. My husband (Ryan) finally told me I had to take a break from the one food I loved most! Since then I have made Ryan and myself a promise, pasta is only cooked two times a week.
Would you like to see what we tried tonight?
Here is the recipe.
Instead of cheese we put mushrooms, celery, and onions in it. It was so amazingly good! I would seriously suggest you try it!
The truth is I don't think you really need a diet to help you lose weight. If you wish to continue your diet, by all means please do so. I hope it works out well for you. I have learned that eating healthier is key to a healthy lifestyle.
Today's challenge: Add variety to your life. Add color to your meal (meaning add fruits and veggies), try new foods or recipes, If you are use to something branch out and try something different. Instead of a TV dinner, try a fresh home cooked meal. My experience: Having grown up on pasta, it is hard to spread my wings and try new foods. My husband grew on a farm so his meals mostly consisted of meats, veggies, and homemade bread. I was shocked when my husband told me he was sick of pasta. WHAT? How can anyone be sick of pasta? Okay so we had been married for a little over a month and we had some type of pasta everyday for that whole month, with one day of meat in between. That is when I learned I had a problem. I loved pasta so much even if I made meat I HAD to have pasta on the side. My husband (Ryan) finally told me I had to take a break from the one food I loved most! Since then I have made Ryan and myself a promise, pasta is only cooked two times a week.
Would you like to see what we tried tonight?
Instead of cheese we put mushrooms, celery, and onions in it. It was so amazingly good! I would seriously suggest you try it!
Day 4: Get up!
Today's challenge is to get up and off the
couch, bed, chair, whatever you are sitting on, and MOVE! Go up the
stairs a few times, walk in (or around depending on your temp, I'll stay
inside it's only 12 degrees outside!) your house, place of work, or
wherever you are! Start your day off by moving around at least 10
minutes a day.
I worked out for 35 minutes today! We are starting on week 6 of the Insanity workout. It has been AMAZING to see the transformation my body has gone through. I will post some before and after pictures once we finish the whole thing.
Even when I'm not doing the Insanity work out, I am still trying to get up and move. Have you ever just taken the time to turn on music and dance? Call me crazy, but that is one of my most favorite things to do. I have a 2 year old and he loves for me to hold him and dance with him. I shut all the curtains in the house and just go all out crazy dancing. He loves it, and boy let me tell you, it is a GREAT workout!
I worked out for 35 minutes today! We are starting on week 6 of the Insanity workout. It has been AMAZING to see the transformation my body has gone through. I will post some before and after pictures once we finish the whole thing.
Even when I'm not doing the Insanity work out, I am still trying to get up and move. Have you ever just taken the time to turn on music and dance? Call me crazy, but that is one of my most favorite things to do. I have a 2 year old and he loves for me to hold him and dance with him. I shut all the curtains in the house and just go all out crazy dancing. He loves it, and boy let me tell you, it is a GREAT workout!
Side Note: I'm never using shampoo again! :)
Thursday, January 3, 2013
Day 3: Picture Time
I was always okay with pictures being take of me, but after 4 pregnancies and 2 kids I really don't like my picture taken now. I'm breaking out of my shell today and taking a picture of myself. For you to see a change in yourself, sometimes it takes a good picture. But since this isn't just a physical change we are going for I'm doing something a little extra with it.
Today I would like you to take a current picture of yourself and then list 10.... yes 10 things you like about yourself when you look at it. Dig deeper than physical appearance.
We are our own worst critics, don't let any negative thoughts into your head about yourself. We all have weaknesses. That is why I am doing this, to help over come my weaknesses and feel more confident with myself.
Hang this somewhere you can see it daily to help motivate you and keep you uplifted.
Part 2: Ask a spouse, friend, co-worker, family member, someone you know well to write down 10 things they love about you.
Self Esteem comes from within, but is influenced by those around you. I never really had a good self esteem, even to this day I have problems with it. My husband can always tell when I'm having a hard day because I am slumped over and don't say much. He is always so good about telling me what I need to hear. Because of the relationship I have with him and my kids, I have been better than ever. I mostly have problems when I am around others who are skinny, well dressed, are confident, and have such good self esteems that it makes me feel worthless.
So have someone write down 10 things they love about you and hang it with your picture. Then you can see not only what you see in yourself, but what those who truly know and love you see in you too.
Today and all year I am working on my self worth, confidence, and self esteem. No one can bring me down.
Today I would like you to take a current picture of yourself and then list 10.... yes 10 things you like about yourself when you look at it. Dig deeper than physical appearance.
We are our own worst critics, don't let any negative thoughts into your head about yourself. We all have weaknesses. That is why I am doing this, to help over come my weaknesses and feel more confident with myself.
Hang this somewhere you can see it daily to help motivate you and keep you uplifted.
Part 2: Ask a spouse, friend, co-worker, family member, someone you know well to write down 10 things they love about you.
Self Esteem comes from within, but is influenced by those around you. I never really had a good self esteem, even to this day I have problems with it. My husband can always tell when I'm having a hard day because I am slumped over and don't say much. He is always so good about telling me what I need to hear. Because of the relationship I have with him and my kids, I have been better than ever. I mostly have problems when I am around others who are skinny, well dressed, are confident, and have such good self esteems that it makes me feel worthless.
So have someone write down 10 things they love about you and hang it with your picture. Then you can see not only what you see in yourself, but what those who truly know and love you see in you too.
Today and all year I am working on my self worth, confidence, and self esteem. No one can bring me down.
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Day 2: Make a list
I have never been a big fan of lists, but over the last few years that seems to be how I run my life. If I go to the store I make a list, I have things to do there is another list, doctors visits, people to call, something to remember, there is always a list hanging around my house. It gets very annoying trust me. But somehow everything manages to get done. Huh, imagine that.. Things get done..
So for day 2, I am making 2 somewhat specific lists.
The first list is what I want to do this year, I guess you could call them New Year's resolutions. I really don't like those words though (especially for this challenge) because I have never done well completing my resolutions.
Here are a few on my list as an example:
1. Challenge myself to do something good everyday.
2. Learn something about myself that I didn't already know.
3. Get on a schedule and stick with it.
4. Make a meal guide and stick with it.
Easy enough right? Now the hard part is going to be sticking with it. That is always my hard part. Which is why I'm sharing them with you. I need someone to hold me accountable.
The second list is to write down your daily routine. I did each day on a seperate piece of paper because each day I do something a little different.
Here is what I did for example.
Master Schedule:
7 am wake up, read scriptures
730 Exercise
8 Breakfast
830 Chores
11 Lunch
.... So on.
Monday
830 Laundry, Deep Clean sons room, vacuum all house, and dust
Tuesday
830 Sweep, Mop, Clean Bathroom and Spare room
I think you get the idea now.
After I broke everything down my load seemed a lot lighter. Each day I'm doing something productive to keep up with all the chores, but this helps me so I don't have to feel overwhelemed with all of the work.
Two things to be sure of, MAKE time for 10-30 minutes of exercise! This is a must in every daily routine! The second is a good bedtime.
Now the trick is to stick with it!
We can do it! Let's start off our year the right way and keep going all through the year!
So for day 2, I am making 2 somewhat specific lists.
The first list is what I want to do this year, I guess you could call them New Year's resolutions. I really don't like those words though (especially for this challenge) because I have never done well completing my resolutions.
Here are a few on my list as an example:
1. Challenge myself to do something good everyday.
2. Learn something about myself that I didn't already know.
3. Get on a schedule and stick with it.
4. Make a meal guide and stick with it.
Easy enough right? Now the hard part is going to be sticking with it. That is always my hard part. Which is why I'm sharing them with you. I need someone to hold me accountable.
The second list is to write down your daily routine. I did each day on a seperate piece of paper because each day I do something a little different.
Here is what I did for example.
Master Schedule:
7 am wake up, read scriptures
730 Exercise
8 Breakfast
830 Chores
11 Lunch
.... So on.
Monday
830 Laundry, Deep Clean sons room, vacuum all house, and dust
Tuesday
830 Sweep, Mop, Clean Bathroom and Spare room
I think you get the idea now.
After I broke everything down my load seemed a lot lighter. Each day I'm doing something productive to keep up with all the chores, but this helps me so I don't have to feel overwhelemed with all of the work.
Two things to be sure of, MAKE time for 10-30 minutes of exercise! This is a must in every daily routine! The second is a good bedtime.
Now the trick is to stick with it!
We can do it! Let's start off our year the right way and keep going all through the year!
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Day 1: Drink 64 oz water
Today is all about Water!
Our bodies are 60% water. This water helps with digestion, absorption, transporting nutrients, circulation, creating saliva, and maintaining body temperature. When your fluids are low it is harder for your body to perform its duties.
Here are a few reasons to drink water:
1. Helps maintain the Balances out body fluids.
2. Helps lose weight: If you choose water over a drink with calories, you are saving your body from absorbing unneeded calories.
3. Helps muscle performance: If you don't get enough water your muscles suffer. They need the fluids to help keep them energized.
4. Helps improve Skin appearance. Lack of water can make your skin look dry and wrinkly.
5. Helps flush toxins out of the body: read this article.
6. Helps to not be constipated!
7. Helps your heart.
These are just a few. It is so important to drink water!
So for day 1 the challenge is to drink 64 oz of water daily! Start today. Carry a water bottle around with you! I have two different types. My favorite is the 64 oz jug I got from Walmart for a buck!
The second is a 32 oz bottle that looks like this
Our bodies are 60% water. This water helps with digestion, absorption, transporting nutrients, circulation, creating saliva, and maintaining body temperature. When your fluids are low it is harder for your body to perform its duties.
Here are a few reasons to drink water:
1. Helps maintain the Balances out body fluids.
2. Helps lose weight: If you choose water over a drink with calories, you are saving your body from absorbing unneeded calories.
3. Helps muscle performance: If you don't get enough water your muscles suffer. They need the fluids to help keep them energized.
4. Helps improve Skin appearance. Lack of water can make your skin look dry and wrinkly.
5. Helps flush toxins out of the body: read this article.
6. Helps to not be constipated!
7. Helps your heart.
These are just a few. It is so important to drink water!
So for day 1 the challenge is to drink 64 oz of water daily! Start today. Carry a water bottle around with you! I have two different types. My favorite is the 64 oz jug I got from Walmart for a buck!
The second is a 32 oz bottle that looks like this
This one is a little more expensive, but it is a little smaller and less awkward to carry around.
So starting today drink 64 oz of water every day and I promise you will start to feel better from the inside out!
365 Day Challenge!
Okay so I have started a new Challenge. I'm calling it the 365 day challenge to a better me!
I really want to start some healthy habits and keep them going so my children can grow up seeing my healthy choices.
I have always been kinda a health freak, but I have several weaknesses. I intend to turn my weaknesses into strengths. But I know it won't be easy. It will be hard, but so worth it.
Lately I have been doing the Insanity work out. I am on week 5 and LOVING it! It feels so good to know that I am getting stronger everyday. I can literally feel my body changing! I can see a big difference and I feel so much happier for it. It does not take much time at all. Just 40-50 minutes a day. I want to take what I'm doing now and turn it into a lifestyle. I once heard that it takes 21 days to make or brake a habit. Who knows if it is true or not, but I would like to work on one small thing daily until I make a habit of it.
So for this challenge I will post something each day that will help us (see how I put us, I don't want to do this alone!) be a little healthier and happier! Here is to the start of a New Year and New US!
I really want to start some healthy habits and keep them going so my children can grow up seeing my healthy choices.
I have always been kinda a health freak, but I have several weaknesses. I intend to turn my weaknesses into strengths. But I know it won't be easy. It will be hard, but so worth it.
Lately I have been doing the Insanity work out. I am on week 5 and LOVING it! It feels so good to know that I am getting stronger everyday. I can literally feel my body changing! I can see a big difference and I feel so much happier for it. It does not take much time at all. Just 40-50 minutes a day. I want to take what I'm doing now and turn it into a lifestyle. I once heard that it takes 21 days to make or brake a habit. Who knows if it is true or not, but I would like to work on one small thing daily until I make a habit of it.
So for this challenge I will post something each day that will help us (see how I put us, I don't want to do this alone!) be a little healthier and happier! Here is to the start of a New Year and New US!
little Break
Sorry I took a little break for the Holidays. I hope you all had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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