My Weight Loss Journey...

My weight journey has always been a struggle since high school. It started because I wasn't in a very healthy relationship. Can we say emotional eater?? I also went through an eating disorder, which is soooo not me. This was a path I knew I couldn't be on forever.
After I got out of that relationship I began running and sticking to a healthy diet. I felt sooo good! Then I met Keith...
Remember when you first start dating someone, and the common thing you do with them is go out to eat?? Yup, that was us!!! All of a sudden my muffin started expanding...
Then the marriage weight happened. The "I'm happy and comfortable" weight :) Now that I've been married for almost three years, it's time to shrink that muffin top.
So I've started the couch to 5k program. Hopefully I can run a few miles without dying soon. That's my hope anyway;)
I need to just focus on my diet and how much I exercise, and that will be my key to beating this weight loss. I cannot get caught up in everyone's opinion on it, or take people's comments to heart because ultimately this is all about ME!!
until next time...


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My Military Life!!

As I sit in my three bedrooom, 1.5 bath amazing house, I can't help but wonder what will come of this military life.
Some days my hubby loves his army job, and other days he cannot wait to get out. I can't blame him, 12 hour days just isn't fun!
But I am also so proud of everything he has done for our family. We are a young family of four and we have this beautiful big house, free medical, great dental coverage, plenty of food and clothing, and a guaranteed paycheck every two weeks. I also do not have to work. Who wouldn't like this lifestyle?
With this job comes the cons that are just not worth it sometimes. Right now I mostly sleep alone, and I've been through one deployment so far. That leaves little time with my hubby!
Overall I have learned to give some trust in my husband to provide for us outside of the military. I have accepted that I may not get to live in another country. These things I've learned to accept is part of being a military spouse.
Would I like to be an army wife forever? Sure, as long as my hubby is happy with his career. But if he is not that's okay, I'm with him no matter what!
I'm proud of everything my hubby has done, and I'm glad I will be able to look back on our military days. Until the date he is out I just need to stat positive and be 100% supportive.
Afterall, that's what Claudia Joy from Army Wives would do ;)
Until next time...


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Rough Day!!!

Today is a rough day. I am craving pizza, French fries, pasta, and basically all carbs! I feel like staying in my sweats and laying on the couch all day! Where did my motivation go?
Side note, I had an amazing girl date last night. Greys Anatomy and red wine was AMAZING!!!! I am thinking about venturing into wine tasting because I really enjoy a good glass of wine at night! I just have no idea where to do that, this isn't California afterall lol! If any of you have suggestions I will take them!
Time to make lunch for the little rascals!!!
Until next time... :)


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Update on Life :)

So I must say I am loving my life lately. I recently started seeing a counselor to talk about all of my stresses. I was very anxious about this at first because I'm a shy one, but I LOVED it. Just at the first session I learned so much about myself!! And I cannot wait to continue:) hopefully this will make my marriage alot better and I can become a better mother!!
On another note, I am entering the second month on my weight watchers program. So far, I've already lost 5% of my weight, (having my wisdom teeth helped with that lol) and I am hoping to continue losing it! I want this baby weight gone! I like the program because I'm learning a healthy way to live. I guess I have to keep up with my bodybuilding husband ;)
Until next time, have a good weekend all!! :)


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Oh the Dentist….

I went to the dentist the other day for the first time in about 3 years.  I knew going into it, that the news was probably not going to be what I wanted to hear.  So after an hour and a half I found out that I have 9 cavities and will be getting all 4 wisdom teeth pulled soon. OUCH!!
This was disturbing because I brush my teeth RELIGIOUSLY!!! I am constantly worried about my teeth.  I could swear, toothpaste is secretly made to cause cavities.  I think toothpaste makers and dentists have some sort of agreement going on. LOL!!
On another note, I am still working on the #2 potty training with my 4 year old.  At this rate he will be wearing a diaper on his first date! Feel free to give advice on this PLEASE!!! :)
Sometimes being a mommy can get overwhelming.  I have my two little boys, and a husband that is always either at work or sleeping.  I had a moment the other day where I just wanted to take a time out because the day was never-ending and full of screaming little boys!! I need to just remember to take a breath and try to relax during naptime (if naptime happens LOL).
I am thankful for all of the help I have here though.  Being a military family means you may not be close to your family, but I have made a family here.  I am thankful that my husband gets to help me whenever he can, and I have the best friends in the world.  Without my girls I would seriously be checking into the cuckoo house ;)
Wish me luck tomorrow as it is the day I have my oral surgery consultation!  I guess I will find out when I get these suckers out!
Have a good day everyone!!!

Can a Mommy Catch a BREAK?!?

Okay, so I have no clue when my four year old will do his number 2 duty on the potty.  I am at wits end with this!  He will literally hold it until I put a diaper on him at night….then one or two minutes later he goes. UGH!!!!
I have tried EVERYTHING everyone has told me so far. It is almost like he is afraid of sitting on the toilet. What am I doing wrong?? I need people's advice here because mommy is really tired of changing a four year old's diaper! LOL.
On a lighter note, I hope everyone is enjoying MLK day today.  I had a fabulous weekend that was PACKED full of fun activities.  I had finals to do, but I got them done in time…barely! :) I actually got to go on a date with my hubby, which never happens! So nice!
So I need all those mommy's out there to PLEASE give me advice on the #2 with my four year old. I am willing to try ANYTHING because at this rate he will be wearing a diaper to bed when he goes to college!

Rough Day!

So the past couple days I have just been grouchy. My poor family gets the brunt of it too! Maybe I am grouchy because I am dreading going to the dentist soon, or because I am stressed out about EVERYTHING on my plate! I am almost done with school, and that in itself is becoming a challenge.
My boys keep me busy all day every day, but lately it has just become a constant chore of mine. That may sound kind of harsh, but I think am cleaning mess after mess ALL day long.  Hopefully I can catch a break today!
I had a reality check earlier when I was watching a story about a handicapped individual.  I really need to just look at today and realize things can be worse.  I truly am blessed, and I just need to stop sometimes to realize that.  The handicapped individual did not chose his life, but that's what he was dealt. I, thankfully, have been given the gift of a fairly easy life when it comes down to it.
Thanks for listening to me rant about my rotten day :) I hope you all can realize that we have it pretty good, and there are always times when things can be worse than they really are. Here's to a better day!! :)