Progress...

So thrilled to see the regular progress I am making with my weightloss goals.  I have officially dropped 28 lbs, thank GOD!  I am feeling so much better, more energy, not so tired all the time.  I am finding I am getting more active.  I am thrilled with watching the difference between before and after pictures...

My Son the other day told me, "Mommy you're getting skinny." It made me smile.  I know I have a long way to go to repair the self esteem issues that I dealt with and am dealing with with being heavy, but I know that I am doing something about it.

Till next check in, God Bless You!

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Check in time...

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Well as of today I am 260lbs, it is the first day of Summer and I am the proud parent of 1 College Student, 2 Sophomores, 1 Middle Schooler, 1 4th Grader, 1 1st Grader, and a preschooler...we're going to head to the falls and the park and enjoy this beautiful day.  I will be getting some exercise too :)...also bringing my camera...maybe can get the Christmas card for next year...who knows....

I am so done, and now on my journey to a better me!!!!

Ok, it's official...I have finally begun my weight loss journey, and I am sticking with it this time!  I look in the mirror and I go YUCK!

 This is me now...double chin, size 22 and OBESE, yes I said OBESE, (this is the largest I have ever been weight wise, although clothing wise I have been to a 26)... but it is going to be ok...

1 Corinthians 6:19-20
What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.

...this scripture is going to be my motivation.  I am going to get back to being slim and healthy, I claim that victory in Jesus name!  It is time....I want to be able to fit into a Med/Lg again, I want to be able to run and chase my kids and future grandkids without being winded or having back/knee/hip problems.  I don't want to have to worry about heart and diabetes issues, which thankfully haven't been a problem.

I am going to have to take this one day and one week at a time.  I KNOW I can do this with the Lord behind me as my strength and my family and friend's encouragement.  So until next time...15lbs down!!!!! : -)

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 Well, what can I say...I haven't had time to update in a while...I am another year older and we finally closed on the property on the 10th, so we are now officially homeowners again, and for the first time landlords.  This is going to be an interesting experience...My son is enjoying school, making friends, and growing up way too fast!  He continues to meet and exceed his teacher's standards!

My baby kitty Angel (Not so much a baby anymore but still my fur baby!), now has a lump on her left side, praying it is benign.  She is a much loved and cherished member of the family and has brought me through a lot of changes.  It will be hard IF the Lord calls her home...she will be very missed.

Emmy is just Emmy, my bright ray of sunshine...laughter, and cuddles all the way.  She is also the source of random moments of, OMGoodness...did she really just say that?  Out of the mouths of babes I tell you, LOL!

They may be all done now, but my home and property was bathed in pink petals from these beautiful flowers...now just to figure out what kind of tree it is?  Other various bushes and flowers are now taking their place...but was a wonderful show while it lasted!

Jaime and Emmy continue to get closer by the day, and just enjoy life sharing the same room...although there are days where...well if you're a parent you'll understand ;-)

The kids are also learning to stand up for what they believe in and enjoy the local wildlife...right on down to the frogs in the pond... :-)

We also finally were able to put up a play structure for the kids and look forward to adding onto it...there is also a basket ball hoop that has to be assembled/put up...lots to keep the kids busy. 

 Lots to keep us adults busy as the yard had been very neglected.  The Rhodies and Azaleas are starting to bloom...as well as the wildflowers...

 

Now that you're all updated, I have some housework to do. I hope you have a blessed and wonderful day!

Ok, so school is around the corner...

...and I can't wait.  They are driving me batty and I am counting the days!  I love my kids but I am looking forward to getting the break...and having the food bill go back down.  It amazes me how much they eat.

All in all though, its been a great summer.  Time at the lake swimming, surprise flowers from the hubby, my son learning to ride a two wheeler, my daughters coming for a visit (including the adopted one.), hubby - building and finishing the kayak, trips to the chiropractor, and lots of trips to the library.  We also love our family dinners at the in-laws...so looking back there is a silver lining; irreplaceable, and wonderful time with all my loving children...time that is going by too quickly...that is oh so precious.

29 more days....