The Boys Have New Haircuts

I know its been a long time since I blogged about the children and I still haven't written about my trip. I am trying to wade through the hundreds of pictures! Anyway, here we are at Thanksgiving and both children have new haircuts. This was Titus' first! I wanted to wait for a birthday or special day but it was growing so fast and driving me crazy. It had cute little curls in the back for a while but then it got so long and was just gross. I finally just wacked it off. James had a great long do while we were home this summer but then as it grew out it just lost its shape. I had it done at the salon several weeks ago and I LOVED it...for about three days. Then it just looked shaggy. He has been asking for a mohawk for over a year now and I finally gave in. I wasn't sure I would like it but I actually LOVE it. Let's hope it lasts longer than three days. Lol! Hope you like the pics.

The First Snip!

Before

The First Cut

Itchy, itchy, itchy!

After

Before

Hello, McFly!

Rock On!

What Kind Of Dinosaur Is That Again?

I say again, weight loss in November?

So my whole healthy living plan has been thrown out the window and hit by a Mac truck. I have been working as ton as a tutor at Gym Magic and not had the time to exercise as much. Plus the tutoring program has overflown its room and most of the gym equipment has been put in storage so I have nothing to workout on anyway. My eating stinks as usual but I'm still down at 72 pounds so I'll take it. We'll see what happens after Thanksgiving. I'll be working even more and preparing to move. I think its a lost cause but try, try again, right?

End of Week 2

I've been so proud of myself for exercising everyday. Usually I get really excited then quit two days later but I've been at it for two whole weeks now! I am feeling a little better so I hope that will push me to continue. My weight and measurements haven't changed that much but more energy is a huge plus. I have been taking the kids to the park and going outside to play with the puppy more. I am seeing small changes that will hopefully lead to big or permanent changes. Here's to good health!

Week 2, Day 4

I'm dying, I really think I'm dying. I went to an adult gymnastics class (which means over 12). I was twice a old, if not more, than everyone there. Ugh! I am ridiculously sore and beat up but did things that I never thought I could. It was great fun and I hope to go back again. It was a great workout too. My food is still off. I seem to be eating way fewer calories than I need but am maxing out my sugar and cholesterol intake. Its a quandary. So moving on. Eating better. Exercising more. Having fun!

Week 2, Day 2

Up, down, up, down. My legs and my weight. I have decided that I LOVE the elliptical machine but my legs are so mad at me! I even did it backwards and wow that gives a burn. I walked on the treadmill for about 2 minutes on Saturday until I ended up having a meeting so that was a bust but six days in a row of work out isn't bad in my opinion. Sunday, the beginning of week two, started with a walk on the local bike trail. It isn't a Pilate's class but it sure is something, and fun for the kids too. My diet is the same. I have been keeping track of my calories, which is eye opening, but I am still going to eat. No starving for me!!! I'm back at 73lbs but am feeling great!

End of week one!

I forgot to write yesterday but it was a successful day. I found a sight to help me track what I eat and my weight loss. I am also starting a book about the whole life: eating well, living right, and loving God. Last night I walked on the treadmill, worked on the eliptical (for the first time), and tried the Total Gym. Go Chuck Norris! I realized just how heavy I am and just how weak I am. I can not lift my own body weight too many times. LOL! My weight yesterday was 71.5 lbs.

This morning I got up WAY TOO EARLY and went to a pilates class. I actually really enjoyed it! I step an hour stretching, doing and ab work out and relaxing. And for my effort I gained a pound back. 72.5 lbs...its all muscle. :)

We'll see what tomorrow brings. Later.

Nov. 4, healthy living log

Today I ate ok until dinner. Who knews eggs and sausage were so bad for you?! :) I went back to the gym and walked off 100 calories. According to the scale a lost 1 pound! Somehow I don't believe that. We'll see what it says tomorrow. I went on a sight to help me keep track of my calories eaten vs. calories burned. Quite an eye opener! Good luck in your ventures and I'll update tomorrow. Bye!

Weight Loss in November???

I know, I know. I haven't blogged in, well, forever. I haven't even written about my vacation yet, (I will, I promise!) but now I'm going to work on something else. I bought Kristy and I memberships to the gymnastics club where David trains so we can exercises while we watch him workout. Today was my first day there. I ran on the treadmill long enough to burn 100 calories. I rewarded myself with Taco Bell so I guess day one was a bust! I'll keep working on it. :)
Here are my day one stats and please keep in mind that I am 4'2":
Weight: 74.5 lbs
Arms: 8.5 in each
Thighs: 16 in each
Bust: 32 in
Waist: 28.5 in
Hips: 33 in

So basically, I look like a rectangle with toothpick arms. :) My goal is to whittle down my waist a bit, gain some muscle in my arms, and drop a few pounds but I will settle for feeling better! Wish me luck and I'll keep you updated.