New Beginnings

Happy New Year Everyone!

I hate new year's eve- I really don't understand the point of that holiday.  But, I do love the renewal that comes with a new year.  I love setting goals for myself and trying to find ways to be the best version of me. 

This year my goals involve my physical health, as well and my spiritual, mental, intellectual, and emotional well-being.  I am trying to be a more well-rounded person so it only made sense to me to set goals for all aspects of my life.  Some of my goals this year include....

1. Spending more time doing the things that I really enjoy.  Why waste time doing something you hate if you dont have to?

2. Tracking every mile I run.  I don't care what the total is at the end of the year, I just want to track it

3.  Create a recipe binder

4. Read the Book of Mormon with my hubby

5. Read more in general

6. Write in my journal more often

7. Do more yoga 

8. Get more sleep 

Here are some good ol' pinterest quotes that have motivated me and might have the same effect on you.

I love this quote.  The prettiest thing a girl can wear is her smile right?

Ugh, so you're telling me that if I want a rockin' bod then I'm going to have to work for it?  Geez! 

This quote has actually helped me out a lot in the past few months.  I found that I compare myself to others.  a lot. And I need to stop.  I need to stop because its okay to just be me.  I don't need to wear what everyone else is wearing, or look the way everyone else looks.  I don't need to feel like a failure because I don't exercise everyday and I'll never be a size 4. I don't need to feel like a crappy mom because I see all of these women who seem to do it all.  As long as I am doing the best I can, and am happy with the person that I am, its okay.  Rees will love me just the same.  Greg will love me just the same.  I doubt either of them will ever notice if I am not wearing the cool shade of toe nail polish or my house isn't decorated perfectly.  They love me for me and that is all I can ask for.  

I hope you have had a fantastic holiday season and here is to an amazing new year!

Friday Favorite

This favorite has nothing to do with exercise.

With all the snow lately my favorite thing has been Greg's old beanie I found in our snow gear. He used to wear it in high school and I love it.

It's perfect for those days when I don't want to go my hair.

Try This! Tuesday: Creamy Cucumbers

Alright, alright, its Wednesday.  But hey, at least I'm posting SOMETHING on here! 

I did not weigh myself today because truthfully, I know I have gained a pound or two and I just don't want to make it real by seeing it on the scale.  But I promise, I will weigh in next week.

 

The following is a delightful little snack that I had today.  It is SO easy to make and really satisfying and delicious. 

Creamy Cucumber Slices

Here is what you need:

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- 1/2 of a cucumber, sliced (I found the thicker the slices, the better)

- 2 Tbs fat-free cottage cheese

- 1 Tbs fat-free sour cream (I didn't have fat free, so I just used regular)

- Ground black pepper

 

The How-To:

Take your cottage cheese, sour cream and a little bit of pepper and mix it together.  You can also add 1 tbs chives.  I didn't have any, but wish I did! Spread the mixture onto your cucumber slices and top with a little more black pepper. 

please don't judge me for my HORRIBLE picture-taking skills.

 

Voila! 

Easy peasy and so yummy!

 

Calories:  35

Weight Watchers Points: 1

 

Recipe Via Weight Watchers Weekly

 

 

Recap

Well hello there.  

I am happy to say that I only have ten pounds to go!!  Thats right, ten pounds!  Unfortunately, I've learned that the last ten pounds are really, really hard to lose!

I am also happy to say that I can fit into my pre-baby jeans, but they are still too snug to ever go out in public in them.  I just remember that first time I tried them on this summer I couldn't get them past my booty...so I'm happy for the visible progress!

The last few weeks have been really hard, just too many sweets around and too much time sitting on the couch.  I have made a few goals for myself to remedy this bit of slouchiness:

1. Run 3 times a week.

2. No fast food

3. Stay within my daily points

I'm just sick of always thinking "maybe next month I'll reach my goal."  I'm ready for it to really happen.  Any tips???

Weight watchers

I'm sitting waiting for my first meeting to begin. I've swallowed my pride. Wish me luck.

Friday favorite

Today's favorite is brought to you by No Doubt, who I love. Yes, it's true. A little part of me lives ska and reggae music and No Doubt is a little part ska and a little part reggae.

Anywho... Their new song has such a good beat and gets my energy up on a run. Give it a listen and I bet you'll love it too!

I'm a rough and tough, I'm a rough and tough.. And no ones going to knock this girl down...

Too long

It has been way too long since I last blogged.

To be honest, I have kind of been in a rut and depressed enough to not want to talk about something I am struggling with which is making healthy choices for my body.

Let's be honest- for most of us losing weight is hard! I feel like no matter what I do these last 20 pounds just want to stay. So then I get depressed and eat pizza for dinner instead of grilled chicken and a salad. Who can relate to that?

Anyway, I am ready to renew my commitment to healthy living because I want to feel comfortable in my own skin, not be so sluggish, and of course, fit into those Pre-baby jeans.

I have thought about joining weight watchers. Do any readers out there have experience with that program?

Well, here we go. I'll be back soon!