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Sunday, December 1, 2013

December Goals

I can't believe we are one month away from 2014. This month my oldest turns 13. I can't believe how fast the last 12 years have flown by. I remember holding her for the first time like it was yesterday.

Since today is the 1st of December, it is time to set my monthly goals. Here they are:

~ Jog 80 miles
~ Walk 400,000 steps
~ Complete the 30 day Burpee/Mountain Climber Challenge
~ Complete the 30 day Yoga Challenge
~ Do 100 squats/100 crunches/100 lunges 4 times a week minimum
~ Do Jen Selter's Butt Workout 3 times a week minimum
~ Complete the December #photoaday challenge
~ Post once a week on this blog
~ FINISH MY REAL ESTATE LICENSE!!!

Last month I didn't meet even half of my goals. But I have a great feeling about this month.

I'm determined to make this the best month of 2013!!!




ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

Saturday, November 30, 2013

Updates on Goals.....Goodbye November

I can't believe November is almost gone.  I can't believe tomorrow it will be December.  Where did this year go??  On the first on November I set these goals:







  • Jog 75 miles (16 days of jogging 4.5 miles; four days a week)



  • Walk 400,000 steps (that’s 100,000 steps a week)



  • Complete the 30 day abs and squat challenge (Tribesports)



  • Complete the November #photoaday challenge



  • Complete the 30 day yoga challenge (Tribesports/DoYouYoga.com)











  • Here is how I did:









    • I jogged 77.51 miles (15 days of jogging; average 4.3 miles per jog)



    • I did not make my step goal.  This was because my flex decided to die the second week of the month. :-(  I just started using my zip again until I can figure out what the hell is going on with my flex.



    • I completed the 30 day abs and squat challenge (Tribesports).  I also did lunges.  So I finished with 250 squats, 250 crunches and 240 lunges.



    • I did not complete the November #photoaday challenge.  I never do no matter how hard I try. 



    • I did not complete the 30 day yoga challenge.








    Even though I only completed 2 out of 6 goals I am still proud of myself.  I did make some pretty big accomplishments. 







    I hit the 500 mile mark this month.  I have walked over 500 miles since March.  I also have shaved some time off my averages.  (This is the subject of another post)







    I got up to level 11 on Fitocracy.







    I only had three Egg Nog Lattes.  This is a huge deal for me!







    I finally reached a single digit pant size.  I have been focused more on size than weight.  But I have lost over 30 pounds since March.  I have done this all through hard work and changing my eating habits.







    Now that November is almost over, it's time to focus on my December goals.  I'm excited to see what the new month has in store for me!











    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    My November Goals as posted in Tumblr

    November is my favorite month!!!

    November is finally here.  Another reminder that this year has flown by.  It seems the years go by faster and faster the older I get.  November is my favorite month for a few reasons.  The first reason is Thanksgiving.  Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday.  Its the only holiday that doesn’t have any expectations except to realize all of your blessings in life.  Another reason is that it is officially sweater, legging, and rain boot season.  I like the sun, but I do not love hot weather.  I am a layer-er.  I’d rather have a shirt and a sweater than to walk around in a tank top.  Plus I really love my hunter boots and north face vest, so anytime I can wear them I’m pretty much content.  November is also when it starts being acceptable to drink hot coffee again.  And my arch waistline nemesis starts being sold in November…..the dreaded EGG NOG LATTE.  This is the single item that can potential make me gain all 30 pounds I’ve lost over the spring/summer.  Especially since I don’t like it cut with milk.  I love it with 100% full fat EGG NOG.  That will have to change this year though.  Since it is the first of November, it is time to set my goals for this month.  So here they are:
    • Jog 75 miles (16 days of jogging 4.5 miles; four days a week)
    • Walk 400,000 steps (that’s 100,000 steps a week)
    • Complete the 30 day abs and squat challenge (Tribesports)
    • Complete the November #photoaday challenge
    • Complete the 30 day yoga challenge (Tribesports/DoYouYoga.com)
    I will update on you all on my November journey.
    Happy November!!!image

    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Thursday, October 3, 2013

    Totally Love Britney's New Song!!!!

    Love her new song.....love the video.....love LOVE love!!!!
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

    I'm so fired from blogging!!!

    I suck at this blogging thing.  Sorry!!!  It's been so long!  I redownloaded the blogger app on my iPhone.  Maybe it will make me blog more since it is so accessible.  I guess we will see!

    Wednesday, July 10, 2013

    Countdown to Alaska ~ T Minus 2 Days!!!

    Making a final shopping trip tonight and finish packing for the kids trip to Alaska tomorrow night.  It's a bittersweet couple of days for me.

    I love that my kids get to spend time with their Grandparents and explore and learn new things.  My parents are the best!  I know they are going to have such a great time. 

    But it's starting to hit me that they are going to be gone.  I don't just love my kids.  I like my kids.  I enjoy being around them, even when they are hormonal, tired, or moody.  I enjoy their presence in my life.  Even if we do nothing and just sit around the house all day, the feeling knowing they are there makes me feel whole. 

    This year I get to not only drop them off, I get to stay the whole weekend.  I have never been to the base in Alaska.  I'm excited to see their new house.  I'm looking forward to the kids showing me their favorite part of their summer adventures.  I'm excited to see where my Dad work....kind of!  He always has such cool jobs.  Ok, they don't sound that cool cause he usually can't tell me otherwise he would have to kill me, but you know!!! 

    The flip side to this is I will be away from the youngest two for three nights.  We fly out Friday night and I return Sunday after they are in bed.  They have never been without me for more than one day.  I know that they are in great hands, but Mom's hands are always the best.  (Sorry Dads you guys are amazing and raising a kid is not the same without you, but you know). 

    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Wednesday, June 19, 2013

    Summer is almost HERE!!!!

    Friday is the day!!!  Summer will FINALLY be here! 







    I committed to the #100bysummer challenge with TIU.  I will be just short of it, unless I walk twice tomorrow or Friday.  I might just have to do that so I can make it.  I'm super proud of myself.  100 miles is a lot of ground!!!  I cannot put into words the imprint Tone It Up has made on my life!







    I completed my first challenge with Tribesports.com today.  It was the Run Three Times A Week For Four Weeks.  It was so exciting to hit that completed button.  I am currently still doing three other challenges.  I am doing the 30 Day Squat and 30 Day Crunch challenges.  I threw in Kegels too, but there isn't a challenge for that move.  Anyone who has kids knows how important these are.  I will have these challenges completed by the 30th! Woop Woop!  I'm planning on committing to and completing at least 4 new challenges in July and August.  I'm also determined to at least give hot yoga a try.  THIS IS MY SUMMER!!! 







    I am going to see my sister in law on Sunday.  She has a scale so I'll update you all then on my weight loss progress.  It's amazing how good this healthy fitness stuff feels!!! 







    Summer also brings the yearly trip to see the Grandparents for a few weeks.  My oldest three are so lucky!  This year I get the privilege of flying up to Alaska with them and actually staying the weekend.  I'm so excited.  I know I will miss my babies for those two days.  But I have not been able to see where my parents live yet.  It's going to be a hard weekend for my babies, but they will have their Dad and their big sister to help them through it.  I'm going to miss the big kids so much for the four weeks they are gone.  But I know they are making memories that will last a lifetime!!!





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    Monday, June 10, 2013

    Another 5 bites the dust.....

    I've lost another 5 pounds bringing my total weight loss to 15 pounds in the last 2 months.  I'm halfway to my goal of 30 pounds.  I'm so excited to be seeing results.  I have been walking at lunch for a long time now.  I was getting so flustered that I wasn't seeing any results.  I started toning and watching what I've been eating.  I've cut out most coffee and all soda. 

    I do have a coffee every once in a while.  However since I've been drinking my Matcha Protein Shakes in the morning and my green tea in the afternoon I haven't even had a craving for some coffee.  I had my first cup in a week yesterday and realized I really don't miss it.  That's a big deal for Ms. Starbucks Obsessed. 

    The biggest contribution to these accomplishments is ToneItUp.com.  I don't know what I would do without my two fav personal trainers.  They are amazing.  The best thing about TIU is that the workouts are free.  They set up a monthly calendar and email you a weekly schedule.  The workouts are hard (at least for me), but the girls make it fun and totally achievable.  They mix it up and it is never boring.  Their app is amazing too. 

    Soda has always been a hard thing for me to give up.  I recently read an article about the amount of sugar in a 12 ounce can of coke.  The article mentioned that one can of Coke has 100 times the amount of sugar you should consume for a day.  It also mentioned that they add a chemical to soda to prevent you from vomiting because your body cannot handle that much sugar.  No wonder we have so such a weight/sugar issue in the US.  Can you even remotely fathom that??? 

    I have also stopped using sugar to sweeten my tea.  I'm still absolutely hooked on PG Tips, my old English standby.  I was trying to use Stevia instead of sugar.  But it does have an odd taste.  I can deal with the taste in cold beverages, but not in a cup of hot English tea.  I started using Agave Nectar.  I love it.  It doesn't have a funny taste.  I use the light flavor.  They have dark and amber which I've heard tastes like maple syrup. 

    Time to get back to work.  I'll update you all soon!!

    HAPPY MONDAY LUVS!!!!!

    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Sunday, May 26, 2013

    At a crossroads

    I love spending time with my sister in law. She lets me vent and then gives me feedback that I can use. I have come to a crossroads in a big area of my life. I feel like I'm standing at a fork in the road. Both paths are hard. Both paths are rewarding. But only one is the best road for my family.

    I heard a quote when I was a teenager that always comes back to me when I have a tough decision to make. "Good enough is the enemy of the best". That may not be exactly how it goes, but it's something along those lines.

    I know whatever path I choose I will be ok. I know I will succeed eventually. My concern is what the path I take will cost me emotionally.

    I've know for a while I would eventually have to make this decision. I thought time would make it easier. It hasn't. I thought more information would make it easier. It hasn't.





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    What a week

    It's been a long week.

    We have spent the week staying up until about 3am talking. It's been nice and there has been a lot of progress. But I'm exhausted. I don't do well on less than 8 hours of sleep. I have been averaging 4 or 5 hours a night this week.

    I went to the dr on Thursday. I lost 10 pounds. Yea me!!! Only 20 more to go!

    I hope you all have a safe and wonderful Memorial Day weekend!!!

    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Friday, May 17, 2013

    Happy Friday

    It's finally Friday!!!  Can we all breathe a sign of relief???!!!
    This week has been an emotional rollercoaster.  I am always amazed at how quickly things can change.  Sometimes what you really wanted was not what you wanted at all.  The positive thing about times like this is that it reminds you of what's really important.  It reminds me of what is solid, what is meaningful, and what is unconditonal.
    "Don't build your house on sand" has been the phrase that has come to my mind a lot this week. 
    BTW,  the Serovital is working well.  I haven't noticed a big difference yet.  Except for sleeping, I sleep great on this stuff.  I'm not really expecting to see any significant changes for a while yet.


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    Monday, May 13, 2013

    Serovital HGH

    I started taking Serovital HGH on Saturday night.  This is a supplement that helps your body natural increase the production of HGH.  I am not the injection type and the thought of putting some synethic HGH in my body is not appealing. 




    You can find it at Ulta or order it online.  The cost is $99 for a month supply.  The only withdrawl is that it has to be taken on an empty stomach.  I take it at night.  I have noticed I do sleep much better, but I have only been taking it for two nights.  Dr Oz has also recommended this product. 



     


     


    I will keep you updated on my experience with this product.




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    Saturday, May 11, 2013

    No April posts = BAD BLOGGER

    So I just realized I didn't blog at all during April. My Mom was in town and I was too busy taking road trips with the kids. However, that is not an excuse.

    I will be better this month I have so much to catch you up on!

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    Monday, March 25, 2013

    Big Bertha

    So......I finally got my new car.  It wasn't either of the ones I posted before.

    Meet Big Bertha


    She is beautiful.  She is almost everything I wanted in a new car.  She has 8 leather seats, a DVD system, tinted windows, AWD that goes into 4WD, a sunroof, MP3 player, and so many other things I can't even think of.  She even has a FlowMaster.  I hear that's cool, it just sounds super loud and beastly to me (which I love)!!!  She has an extra 5 gallon capacity in the fuel tank.  It will suck to fill up price wise, but it will more time between fill ups.  I was super happy about the color at first, but it's starting to grow on me.  The best part is it has 79k on it, so I can easily get a good couple years outta Bertha! 

    We tried taking our first road trip in her this weekend.  Unfortunately, we had a sick child that ended up throwing up in her.  Luckily, Bertha was spared any damage.  This road trip included Angelina and Isaiah first ferry ride.  It went way different that I expected.  We stayed in the car and got right back on a ferry to come home.  I can't wait to take a few road trips this summer with Bertha and my babies! 

    Thursday, March 21, 2013

    Buying A New Car Today!!!!

    I will be buying a new car this evening.  I'm so excited!  I have been waiting for the last month.  It took me a minute to get my down together.  But I'm happy that I had the time to think about what I really want.  It is down to two choices:

    • Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
               I'm kind of nervous about this one.  Most of my family are Ford haters.  I have heard they have
               several problems, but I will be getting an extended warranty.  That should help out with any
               issues for at least the next two years.  The perk is that it is a 2005 with on 44k miles on it.  It's
               loaded and has 8 seats.  So it would be able to fit my whole family and any other crap we need
               to bring.


    Cadillac Escalade
               This is the one I want to be honest.  It is loaded to the max.  It is the LUXURY edition and
               it is the beautifulest car I have ever seen.  The drawback is that it has 111k miles on it. I
               would be getting an extended warranty on this car too.  So it's not like I wouldn't be covered
               for a while if something happens.



    The bank is favoring the Expedition of course.  It has 60k less on it.  I would be fine with either one.  They both would serve the purpose needed.

    I will blog about my new car tonight!!!  SO SUPER UNBELIEVABLY EXCITED!!!!!

    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Wednesday, March 20, 2013

    App Of The Week: MyFitnessPal

    I downloaded MyFitnessPal last week.  I have been trying to run at least 12 miles a week now that the weather is starting to get nicer.  I like that MyFitnessPal lets you log exercising as well as log your food.  I tend to snack a lot.  I also digest a lot of liquid calories.  It's been good to see what time of day I'm snacking and what. 




    MyFitnessPal is very easy to use.  The only issue I have found is it isn't accurate at estimating the calories burned while exercising.  It does allow you to alter the calories.  I have a heart monitor that shows me the calories I burn so I just update the amount.

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    Monday, March 18, 2013

    Beauty Product I Can't Live Without.......Dermalogica Calming Mist

    I started using Dermalogica's Calming Mist about a month ago.  I love it.  I have dry and very sensitive skin.  This product gives my skin a little moisture after washing.  It has replaced toner, which I could hardly use in the past.  It is also great if you have any irritated skin from a rash or a bug bite.  The smell is relaxing. 



    I recommend Dermalogica's line of products completely.  Dermalogica gives you the ability to mix and match products dependent on your skin and needs.  They also have little trial size boxes for each line.  This is great because you can try all the products of a specific line without buying full size bottles. 
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    Wednesday, March 13, 2013

    App of the Week: All Women Stalk

    I know what you're thinking.....no this is not an app to track your old boyfriend or his new love!!!  This is an app for women that covers a multitude of topics: Health, Beauty, Celebrities, Cooking, Fashion, DIY, etc. 


    There are several articles daily posted covering all of these topics.  The information is good and most of all short and to the point.  We all have busy lives.  So if I can read an article on 7 Tips To Reduce Hair Static In Winter in under 5 mins, I'm winning.  LOL!
    The first time I downloaded this free app I read an article that was something like 7 ways to relax.  While reading the article, I realized I did 5 of them at one time.  That was my clue that I can't relax if I'm doing 5 things at one time. 
    AWS is definitely on my must have app list.  It's free, fun, and quick.

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    Tuesday, March 12, 2013

    Beauty Product I Can't Live Without.....Dry Shampoo

    I recently discovered Dry Shampoo after watching a YouTube video last week.  According to my daughter, I'm a little behind on this "can't live without" product.  I have very fine hair and a dry scalp.  Because of this, I have washed my hair everyday for most of my life.  The problem is my hair ends up extremely dry.  By day two, my roots are oily.  Most girls (and a few guys) get why this is.  The YouTube video I watched last week is below.  It is a how to video on Jennifer Love Hewitt's hairstyle in her new show The Client List.  (Love, love, love her new show!!!!) 




    I bought Bed Head's Dirty Secret Dry Shampoo.  I love it.  It is a little pricey.   There are less expensive brands available.  Ulta carries travel sizes if you want to try the more expensive brands before buying a full size bottle.




    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Monday, March 11, 2013

    Who Needs A Degree....


    Monday, March 4, 2013

    My Love Hate Relationship with Night Shift

    The old man started working night shift about three weeks ago. I have discovered many good and a couple not so good things about it.

    The Good:

    1. I get more done around the house. I get all the dinner dishes done, a couple loads of laundry done, and get organized for the next day. This is hard for me to do since I end up watching tv or talking with the old man.

    2. I get to watch more of my shows. We have a tv routine when the old man is home. It revolves around his biggest tv crush, Penny from the Big Bang Theory. Don't get me wrong I like the Big Bang Theory, but three hours of drooling over Penny is more than I can take sometimes. I love shows Downton Abbey, Jerseylicious, and more recently The Client List. I might get him to watch one, but that would be pushing it. My only tv pass is NCIS and NCIS:LA.

    3. I'm eating way less. The old man likes to snack. His job is very physical so he can eat a ton of snacks. He burns it off. I don't! I still on my butt all day. I walk at lunch, but not enough to eat 1,000 calories why laying in bed each night.

    The Bad:

    The kids miss their Dad terribly. They never see him. He is sleeping when they get up and he is gone by the time we get home. They have been acting up so bad.

    The worst part is I miss him. I miss laughing with him. I miss scratching his back. I miss hearing his snoring.

    I'm ready for the old man to go back to day shift!!!

    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Friday, March 1, 2013

    March Goals

    I can't believe it's March already! Where did the last two months go?

    February was a great month and I'm looking forward to what March brings.

    I have set a few goals for March:

    ~ I will walk at least 48 miles during the month of March.

    ~ I will blog at least 4 times this month and ideally once a week. This blog entry doesn't count.

    ~ I will finish reading one book in the month of March.

    ~ I will stick to the weight training, squat, sit up, push up, yoga, and supplement schedule I set in February.

    ~ I will make at least one entry in my gratitude journal a week in the month of March.

    ~ I will reach 30,000 tweets in March.

    These seem like pretty reasonable goals to me. I look forward meeting and exceeding every one of them this month.

    I hope March bring you all wonderful blessings!!!

    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Monday, February 11, 2013

    Lazy People

    I have never been lazy.  Maybe I should phrase that different, I have never been lacking in drive.  I have always wanted more.  I hate standing still.  Life is about moving.  I don't understand people that lack drive and ambition.  To me, they are just plain lazy.
    One example: A worker who has no motivation to advance.  I understand we need all types to make our world run smoothly.  But I could not imagine doing the same thing every day with no desire to grown and change. 
    I could not live my life stagnant.  I could not do the same monotonous job for 5, 10, or even 20 years.  This is the reason I will probably always be in Property Management.  The job description and roles are the same, but the people and communities makes every day a little different. 
    Second example: A parent who doesn't push their children. I don't understand how you could not push your children to do better or want more. Children might not want to go down the road you want them to. But your job as a parent is to make sure they are ready to go down what ever road they choose. 
    I could not just let my children blow around like a leaf in what ever direction the wind is blowing.  I want my children to have more, to be more, to be strong and independent.  I want them to see their Mom as a driven woman who wants the best for them.  I want them to know and see that I will always want more for them.  I want them to know there is good in working hard, reaching goals, and having dreams. 
    I am fortunate to not have to deal with these types of people much.  But unfortunately people I love do so I get to hear about it.  I would lose my mind. 
    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Thursday, January 31, 2013

    My New TV Obsession: Duck Dynasty

    I am obsessed with the show Duck Dynasty! Maybe it's my southern roots that draw me to it. I can seriously watch the same episode over and over and still laugh my ass off. The stuff they say is unbelievable!!!

    Clip from Duck Dynasty


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    Not Ur Girl

    From the first time I saw you
    Well I thought that we'd be cool
    But I overestimated this boy (you boy, you boy)
    Cause we started out as friends (friends)
    And I thought that'd never end
    Even when we turned into more

    [Chorus:]
    And we moved into the fast lane (fast lane)
    Oh we just collided in the fast lane (fast lane)
    And even though we tried it
    We drive no place
    And there's no going back for us now, no way
    I think it's time we set things straight cuz
    I'm not ur girl (no not ur girl)
    Don't get confused because you see me lookin' at you, no baby
    I'm not ur girl (no not ur girl)
    And I'm not leaving with you just because you asked me to, no no

    I know you want me, but it's just too late
    Don't try and stop me or get in my way

    Don't you look at me like that
    It don't matter how you act
    You and me are now in the past
    And when I see you walkin by
    Don't be surprised if I say hi
    But it won't be anymore than just that

    [Chorus]
    Not moving down the fast lane (fast lane)
    Oh we just collided in the fast lane (fast lane)
    And even though we tried it
    We drive no place
    And there's no going back for us now, no way
    I think it's time we set things straight cuz
    I'm not ur girl (no not ur girl)
    Don't get confused because you see me lookin' at you, no baby
    I'm not ur girl (no not ur girl)
    And I'm not leaving with you just because you asked me to, no no
    I know you want me, but it's just too late
    Don't try and stop me or get in my way
    I know you want me, but it's just too late
    Don't try and stop me or get in my way

    You should've thought about the way that you treated me
    You should've thought about the things that you said to me
    I shoulda walked away the first time I saw your face
    The sun distracted me nearly lost it in the fast lane

    I'm not ur girl (no not ur girl)
    Don't get confused because you see me lookin at you, no baby
    I'm not ur girl (no not ur girl)
    And I'm not leaving with you just because you asked me to, no no

    I know you want me, but it's just too late
    Don't try and stop me or get in my way
    I know you want me, but it's just too late
    Don't try and stop me or get in my way

    ღஐ jennifer ஐღ

    Thursday, January 3, 2013

    Six Threads to Abundant Living

    I have started reading Simple Abundance.  Today's topic was called The Inner Journey.  The author mentions six principles that should guide us through our inner journey.


    • Gratitude ~ I need to be more grateful and realize how much I have even when it seems like I don't have much

    • Simplicity ~ I need to remember that the simple things in life bring happiness and contentment from within.  As a child I was happy with the simple things.  As an adult, I seem to make things more complicated than they really are.  I also stress out and worry about the simple things until they become big complicated messes.  

    • Order ~ I need to find order in myself and get my house in order.  I work full time and have five kids.  Normally when I get home from work I am exhausted and still have to do dinner, homework, baths, etc.  Something always seems to get missed.  I need to find a way to find and keep order.

    • Harmony ~ I need to remember that stepping back and finding harmony will create a smoother path.  I tend to fight everything I don't like or don't understand.  It creates a lot of tension in myself and my relationships.

    • Beauty ~ I live in one of the most beautiful places in the United States.  I need to slow down and see the beauty in the landscape and the beauty in the people I surround myself with.

    • Joy ~ I need to find joy in every situation.  I need to find joy in breathing, in working, in doing laundry, in picking up after my kids, in doing the dishes, etc.  






    I have an abundance of blessings in my life.  It isn't always easy and sometimes I get a little down.  I'm not perfect, I will make mistakes.  I will not be able to focus on my blessing everyday, but I am going to try!  I want to find peace and contentment within myself.  





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    Wednesday, January 2, 2013

    Happy 2013

    I'm so glad 2013 is finally here.  A fresh start and a new beginning is always welcome.  I also happy because the world didn't end.  I have babies to raise. The world has a long time before it can end.
    So now it's time to be thankful for the events in 2012.  I am thankful for:


    • The good health and spirits of my family and friends

    • My fantastic, wonderful, yet sometimes crazy job

    • My health 

    • Finally becoming a two income household

    • Being able to see my parents

    • My middle brother returning from Afghanistan safely

    • The Seahawks kicking some ass

    • My girls for always being there for me even though I'm not as good at responding to text messages






    This year there are things I would like to accomplish.  With every new year brings a retrospective look at one's self.  Here are the things I would like to work on during 2013:






    • Keeping my home more organized.  This is especially hard for me I have five kids and work full time.  I don't know if I'm coming or going half the time.

    • Read more.  I really would like to read more. To start my 2013 reading list I have The Power of Habits, Why We Are Fat, and Simple Abundance.

    • Get outside and walk more.  I did so good over the summer with this.  I miss my 3 mile walk during my lunch breaks.  I didn't lose a ton of weight if any.  But I felt better, I slept better, I ate better.  I am not the gym type.  I can't walk inside a building around 10 to 20 other people.  I love to walk outside to smell the fresh air and feel the wind on my face.  

    • Blog more.  I said this last year, but I definitely want to be more consistent at it this year.

    • Stop Pouting.  This is a big one for me.  If I get my feelings hurt, I pout.  If I'm angry, I pout.  If I'm sad, I pout.  If I'm PMSing, I pout.  You get the picture.  It's way easier for me to pout for a while and then think about a situation after I've calmed down.   The positive thing about pouting is that I don't say many things I'll regret.  Because I don't say anything at all, I just pout.   But as I have been gently and not so gently reminded, I am not 12.  

    • And many many more I can't think of right now.







    This year is the second New Year's Eve we have spent cuddled up in bed watching the fireworks.  I always think it would be cool to go down to the Space Needle to see them.  But this was the best New Year's Eve for the second year in a row.



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