Weight Loss Challenge

So, I have decided to join Heather at Fit 'N Fabulous for a weight loss challenge. For those of you who know me, I am sure you are thinking...."Here she goes again!" I really struggle with losing weight. I have been on a diet, or at least have thought about being on a diet, since I was 8 years old. I remember that visit to the doctor's office like it was yesterday... Dr. Lyle, orange sundress, white gown, the dreaded word- DIET, and many tears!! Since then it has been a never-ending battle. I have tried everything from counting calories to liquid diets to diet pills. Now, it's time to use common sense and make a permanent lifestyle change! I know what to do... I need to eat an apple instead of a Snickers. I need to walk on the treadmill instead of sleeping a little longer. I need to drink water instead of Pepsi. I need to forgive myself when I slip up and recommit to the plan instead of letting one poor choice lead to a day, a week and eventually a month of poor decisions. And the list goes on....

In hopes of keeping myself motivated I made a list of reasons why I wanted to lose weight:
- to wear my original wedding band again
- to wear the many items of clothing that are taking up space in my closet
- to shop at regular clothing stores, not just ones with plus-size clothing
- to set a good example for my DD
- overall health
- to have a healthy pregnancy sometime soon
- to feel better

After losing the weight (30 lbs is a reasonable goal to get started), I want to:
- get family pictures made
- buy a pair of cute PJs
- go dancing with Mickey
- go SHOPPING!!
- visit someplace tropical/beachy

Well, wish me luck! The challenge officially starts tomorrow. If you want to join, head on over to Heather's blog and give her your stats. Good luck!

Happy Anniversary!

May 25, 2002 was the best day of my life! I not only married the man of my dreams, but my best friend! I was hoping to be able to scan in a picture from that remarkable day, but our scanner is out of commission. So, I found this pic of my incredibly good-looking husband to post instead! Happy Anniversary, Mickey! I love you----MORE!

Never Say Never....

I never thought I would join in the Twitter craze, but I have! I'm really hesitant to have one more thing to keep updated, but since I can send updates via my cell phone, it should be pretty easy to manage. So, the question of the day seems to be "What are YOU doing?" Have a super Saturday!

Sermon on the Mound

Yesterday was the big day! After many months of hard work and dedication, MP3 performed their spring musical, Sermon on the Mound. From their all-star entrance to the last bow, the kids were focused and at the top of their game (pardon the pun!) The kids gave 100% and blessed the hearts of everyone in attendance. We have even had a few offers to take the show on the road! Hey, kids, are you up for the challenge?

My Husband Rocks!!!!

As most of you know, my husband, Mickey, races his 4-wheeler competitively. Yesterday he competed in the MidEast Series race in Morganton, NC. He battled through the heat, mountainous terrain and severe dust to finish 8th in his class!!! Congratulations, Mick, on your Top 10 finish! You rock!!