Good Pets are Hard to Forget

Today my Mom put Caleb to sleep, his little body finally gave out after 16 years of life. I got Caleb for my twelveth birthday! When I went away to school he attached himself to a new owner, my mom. He has been sleeping at the foot of her bed every night since. I don't know why I am so sad over the loss of an old pet. He was actually pretty mean in his old age, but we all loved him none the less.

Running in Circles

I decided to get back into a resemblance of a shape I once possessed. I joined a gym. The first few times I worked out I was sore, sore, sore! I figured there was a better way to get more from my workout. I signed up for a program that would give me access to a trainer and some guidelines on getting back into better fitness.

Why, oh why did I sign up for so such torture? I am required to be there at least four days a week. I was like I will be there five! Yea right, something always seems to come between me and my work out. I go a few times a week but never make it the full amount. The first couple of days I was sore and then my kids got sick. (EXCUSES, EXCUSES!) Well I am into week three and will finally meet my goal. I am fearing meeting up with the trainer again, she will surely remind me of my broken commitment to her and to myself. It only gets harder from here on out. Not only will I be required to do one hour cardio but next she will be adding daily weight training one top of it all.

I am vowing to do better. I mean the only person who can shave the extra lumps on this body is me. I used to be a pretty healthy person where did things go so wrong. I am hoping to get in the workout habit and then to the healthier eating. I used to only eat healthy but gradually found all the goodies I had been missing out on. I still might need to enjoy my special treats but unfortunately only in moderation. I wish I could do the same with exercising.

Soon to be an offical member

Who couldn't love this face. In only a few short weeks he will offically be a new member of our family. I can't wait til the wedding! Kristofer and Corrine I hope you all are having fun in Missouri but I can't wait til you come back here where you belong. We miss talking to you! I guess I am having Corri withdrawals today, can you tell?

update: Kristofer has let it be known that he does not like this picture. My theory is if you have got great teeth like his, you should smile big all the time!

Way Back Wednesday

This is a beautiful picture of my lil dancer sister Corrine and my uber cute niece. I LOVE this picture. Sorry C I know it is your pic but I chose it anyway. Doesn't anything before your mission seem way back? I love you both.