As I dropped my son off to the sitter's house this past Monday, he saw another mother pulling out after dropping off her daughter. The following conversation ensued:
A: "Jessica's mom's hair is so beautiful" (said in his tender little sweet 4 yr. old voice)
Mom: "Yes it is. What do you think of mine?"
A: "Eck! Yours is just messy like a storm".
Mom: "They call it curly"........sigh
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Cameron's Nursery
We were team green, but I still think the nursery came off with more of a boy feel to it than a girl. I'm over my hippo bedding from Dwell Studio (Target) but have no ideas what to do next. I want to keep the orange accents, the yellow/gold wall and the khaki colors. Any bedding ideas you have would be welcomed! I'm thinking I would like to make a decor switch before he moves into the daybed.
The furniture doesn't match and that drives me crazy, but it is what it is. The changing table/dry sink has to be in the room. My brother, myself, my niece, my nephew, and now my 2 boys have all used it as babies. I love it! The Ikea shelf is so useful, but it only matches the chair. The chair was a steal because it was a floor model. I HAD to have it. I couldn't justify spending so much on a crib, so the crib is what it is. I originally had my heart set on a $1200 Handmade Amish one, however I'm so glad I didn't go that route once Alex discovered it was perfect for teething.
I have artwork that matches the bedding that my Sister-in-Law painted for me, but I've been a horrible slacker and have yet to hang it up, mostly because again I'm kinda over the hippo.
I missed out on Pinterest for my wedding, my house hunting, and both of my babies. So not fair! (First world problems, lol)
This last picture is from Cameron's newborn shoot. I love it but can't believe he is that big on the changing table at only 2 weeks old. Credit: Alison Kamper Photography
The furniture doesn't match and that drives me crazy, but it is what it is. The changing table/dry sink has to be in the room. My brother, myself, my niece, my nephew, and now my 2 boys have all used it as babies. I love it! The Ikea shelf is so useful, but it only matches the chair. The chair was a steal because it was a floor model. I HAD to have it. I couldn't justify spending so much on a crib, so the crib is what it is. I originally had my heart set on a $1200 Handmade Amish one, however I'm so glad I didn't go that route once Alex discovered it was perfect for teething.
I have artwork that matches the bedding that my Sister-in-Law painted for me, but I've been a horrible slacker and have yet to hang it up, mostly because again I'm kinda over the hippo.
I missed out on Pinterest for my wedding, my house hunting, and both of my babies. So not fair! (First world problems, lol)
This last picture is from Cameron's newborn shoot. I love it but can't believe he is that big on the changing table at only 2 weeks old. Credit: Alison Kamper Photography
Check out Growing up Geeky's TAT for more nurseries!
Monday, February 27, 2012
Perpetual Pinners
Since I seem to squeeze in some Pinning Time every week, I have joined along a weekly blog hop sponsored by Midnight Mommy and Another Day in Paradise. Check back weekly to see what I've found and link up too!
This week I focused on some ideas for the helping around the house
Sort socks in laundry bags. This is a must for toddler socks split between two boys. It has already saved me time this week.
Perfect solution for my bed frame -- upholster box springs with fabric
I am hoping this works on my sink too.
This week I focused on some ideas for the helping around the house
Sort socks in laundry bags. This is a must for toddler socks split between two boys. It has already saved me time this week.
I am hoping this works on my sink too.
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Slimming Down Sunday - Week 8
Week 8
Weight Change: ???
Total Difference: -5.8 pounds since post-Thanksgiving
Goal Progress: 4.2 pounds to go before mini-goal #1 on February 1st. -- I'm shooting for March 1st now, but I'm ok with that.
Notes: I am not sure what my change was this week, but I updated my difference and my progress. I'm weary that I won't hit my goal by my date, or new date, but I'm still striving ahead.
I know I've set my goal back, and I guess I am sorta cheating myself. My goal is actually March 5th because that was where I was when my bff got married. I was just 5 weeks post postpartum, but it was the 6 weeks that followed that I gained this weight I'm trying to shed now.
Blog hop.
Chasing Fireflies and Blissful and Wishful have teamed up for Slimming Down Sunday!
Do you have a post about weight loss tips/tricks/struggles/etc, nutrition, fitness, or related? Link it up!
2 rules:
1. You must be a follower of Chasing Fireflies & Blissful and Wishful via Google Friend Connect.
2. Link directly to any weight loss/nutrition/exercise related blog post. (No weigh-in necessary!)
That's it!
Then feel free to visit as few or as many of the other linked blogs to help find some extra motivation for the week!
Weight Change: ???
Total Difference: -5.8 pounds since post-Thanksgiving
Goal Progress: 4.2 pounds to go before mini-goal #1 on February 1st. -- I'm shooting for March 1st now, but I'm ok with that.
Notes: I am not sure what my change was this week, but I updated my difference and my progress. I'm weary that I won't hit my goal by my date, or new date, but I'm still striving ahead.
I know I've set my goal back, and I guess I am sorta cheating myself. My goal is actually March 5th because that was where I was when my bff got married. I was just 5 weeks post postpartum, but it was the 6 weeks that followed that I gained this weight I'm trying to shed now.
Blog hop.
Chasing Fireflies and Blissful and Wishful have teamed up for Slimming Down Sunday!
Do you have a post about weight loss tips/tricks/struggles/etc, nutrition, fitness, or related? Link it up!
2 rules:
1. You must be a follower of Chasing Fireflies & Blissful and Wishful via Google Friend Connect.
2. Link directly to any weight loss/nutrition/exercise related blog post. (No weigh-in necessary!)
That's it!
Then feel free to visit as few or as many of the other linked blogs to help find some extra motivation for the week!
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Cilantro Lime Rice
If you've dined at a little place called Chipotle, then you have had their yummy rice.This recipe is just like it, but I am assuming healthier for you. The popular website is also a go-to for me. She has so many delicious options.
Cilantro-Lime Rice (Chipotle style)
And I know this one has been pinned quiet a bit too, but it is an excellent accompaniment to the rice.
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken
And if you didn't know, now you do.
Don't for get to head over to The How To Mommy to get more recipes!
Cilantro-Lime Rice (Chipotle style)
And I know this one has been pinned quiet a bit too, but it is an excellent accompaniment to the rice.
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken
And if you didn't know, now you do.
Don't for get to head over to The How To Mommy to get more recipes!
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Witty Wednesday
A clever and witty scene from Fight Club.
One of my favorites from the movie.
Tyler Durden: Did you know that if you mix equal parts of gasoline and frozen orange juice concentrate you can make napalm?
Narrator: No, I did not know that; is that true?
Tyler Durden: That's right... One could make all kinds of explosives, using simple household items.
Narrator: Really...?
Tyler Durden: If one were so inclined.
Narrator: Tyler, you are by far the most interesting single-serving friend I've ever met... see I have this thing: everything on a plane is single-serving...
Tyler Durden: Oh I get it, it's very clever.
Narrator: Thank you.
Tyler Durden: How's that working out for you?
Narrator: What?
Tyler Durden: Being clever.
Narrator: Great.
Tyler Durden: Keep it up then... Right up.
[Gets up from airplane seat]
Tyler Durden: Now a question of etiquette; as I pass, do I give you the ass or the crotch...?
One of my favorites from the movie.
Tyler Durden: Did you know that if you mix equal parts of gasoline and frozen orange juice concentrate you can make napalm?
Narrator: No, I did not know that; is that true?
Tyler Durden: That's right... One could make all kinds of explosives, using simple household items.
Narrator: Really...?
Tyler Durden: If one were so inclined.
Narrator: Tyler, you are by far the most interesting single-serving friend I've ever met... see I have this thing: everything on a plane is single-serving...
Tyler Durden: Oh I get it, it's very clever.
Narrator: Thank you.
Tyler Durden: How's that working out for you?
Narrator: What?
Tyler Durden: Being clever.
Narrator: Great.
Tyler Durden: Keep it up then... Right up.
[Gets up from airplane seat]
Tyler Durden: Now a question of etiquette; as I pass, do I give you the ass or the crotch...?
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Daddy Does It
Tonight is one of those nights that I think Daddy would run away if he could. Nothing in particular has gone wrong; it is just one of those days I can tell he wishes he could escape the pressure of it all. One kid is a cranky mess, one is wound up and he's battling a killer headache after working all day.
So I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to tell the blogosphere how much I love him and appreciate him. Of course I do my best to always let him know it too. My husband helps out so much with things and I truly appreciate it. I try to stress to him that I don't need his help, but in reality he makes this parenting gig so much more bearable and enjoyable.
Here are some of his amazing accomplishments:
Head on over to Growing Up Geeky to see what other daddy's are doing out there.
So I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to tell the blogosphere how much I love him and appreciate him. Of course I do my best to always let him know it too. My husband helps out so much with things and I truly appreciate it. I try to stress to him that I don't need his help, but in reality he makes this parenting gig so much more bearable and enjoyable.Here are some of his amazing accomplishments:
- He has washed 99% of the bottles since our first baby
- He always makes me a hot cup of coffee and it is waiting in my car for me every morning
- He does the morning routine of getting the kids ready during the week and weekend
- He's never afraid to lift a finger to help around the house
- He has gotten on board with cloth diapering
- He rubs my back, nearly every night. Score for me!
- Helps out with bath duties for the kids
- Alex wrote all about him on his star student poster at preschool "Daddy is my best friend"
Head on over to Growing Up Geeky to see what other daddy's are doing out there.
Monday, February 20, 2012
A "Pinning" wardrobe
Here are a couple of things I have pinned for spring/summer options.
http://pinterest.com/pin/42925002668296590/
http://pinterest.com/pin/42925002668292029/
Slimming Down Sunday -- Week 7
Week 7
Weight Change: + 2 pounds! Curse you homemade goodness from Grandma's house!
Total Difference: -5.2 pounds since post-Thanksgiving
Goal Progress: 5 pounds to go before mini-goal #1 on February 1st. -- I'm shooting for March 1st now, but I'm ok with that.
Notes: I was very close, actually at my lowest until this weekend. We were out of town and my grandma-in-law is known for some good heavy eats. What do you mean cake shouldn't be served with every meal? Ok, then how about pie? And of course I didn't want to be rude and we don't go there too often so that is probably what happened.
I know I've set my goal back, and I guess I am sorta cheating myself. My goal is actually March 5th because that was where I was when my bff got married. I was just 5 weeks post postpartum, but it was the 6 weeks that followed that I gained this weight I'm trying to shed now.
Blog hop.
Chasing Fireflies and Blissful and Wishful have teamed up for Slimming Down Sunday!
Do you have a post about weight loss tips/tricks/struggles/etc, nutrition, fitness, or related? Link it up!
2 rules:
1. You must be a follower of Chasing Fireflies & Blissful and Wishful via Google Friend Connect.
2. Link directly to any weight loss/nutrition/exercise related blog post. (No weigh-in necessary!)
That's it!
Then feel free to visit as few or as many of the other linked blogs to help find some extra motivation for the week!
Weight Change: + 2 pounds! Curse you homemade goodness from Grandma's house!
Total Difference: -5.2 pounds since post-Thanksgiving
Goal Progress: 5 pounds to go before mini-goal #1 on February 1st. -- I'm shooting for March 1st now, but I'm ok with that.
Notes: I was very close, actually at my lowest until this weekend. We were out of town and my grandma-in-law is known for some good heavy eats. What do you mean cake shouldn't be served with every meal? Ok, then how about pie? And of course I didn't want to be rude and we don't go there too often so that is probably what happened.
I know I've set my goal back, and I guess I am sorta cheating myself. My goal is actually March 5th because that was where I was when my bff got married. I was just 5 weeks post postpartum, but it was the 6 weeks that followed that I gained this weight I'm trying to shed now.
Blog hop.
Chasing Fireflies and Blissful and Wishful have teamed up for Slimming Down Sunday!
Do you have a post about weight loss tips/tricks/struggles/etc, nutrition, fitness, or related? Link it up!
2 rules:
1. You must be a follower of Chasing Fireflies & Blissful and Wishful via Google Friend Connect.
2. Link directly to any weight loss/nutrition/exercise related blog post. (No weigh-in necessary!)
That's it!
Then feel free to visit as few or as many of the other linked blogs to help find some extra motivation for the week!
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
The Price of Going out to Eat
I don't want to sound like an old lady here, but when did going out to eat get so expensive? I mean I know it has always been more than cooking at home, but not by this much.
We have significantly cut back going out to eat in our house. In the BK (before kids) days, the husband and I would go out to eat all.the.time. Screw that happy homemaker crap, after work I wanted to eat, drink, and be merry. Hmm, might explain how I put on nearly 20 pounds my first year of marriage. Oops.
After Alex, we cut back going out to eat a lot. We wanted to set good eating habits at home for him and usually restaurants have horrible kids menu options. Time was also a factor and I found it was usually quicker and easier to cook at home than pack us all up and debate over what chain restaurant to eat at next. Now with two kids it is so much easier to eat at home. The key to that is being prepared with a menu, but I'll probably write more on that another time. It isn't worth the hassle, but sometimes momma needs a break and likes to leave the dishes for someone else.
So here is my story that triggered this post. My husband received a gift card to the ever popular Olive Garden for bosses day and we decided to use it this weekend. The lure of their salad always gets me. Anyways, I now split my entrees with my youngest son so I went for the heavier dish of Chicken Parmigiana which came with spaghetti. In the past this has been 2 pieces of chicken breast cutlet and way more pasta than I needed to eat so I knew this would be good to share. Well, my plate shows up with 1 small piece of chicken (obviously frozen) and a small portion of spaghetti. My plate looked like a lunch portion, but this wasn't lunch and it certainly didn't look like I had $15.95 sitting on my plate. My little pork chop baby boy ate the majority of it too and then big brother wanted some. Grumble Grumble. At least they still have all you can eat salad and bread sticks.
I know it was a "free" meal and I was happy for that, but I thought about it deeper. I try to budget $100 for food in our house per week and to know that I spent 15-17% of our weekly budget on one sub-par meal really made me feel bad. I can't figure out why the was restaurant packed with a waiting list with these prices? I don't know how people are doing it.
What are your eating out habits? Do you have a budget or a plan for eating out? Please share.
We have significantly cut back going out to eat in our house. In the BK (before kids) days, the husband and I would go out to eat all.the.time. Screw that happy homemaker crap, after work I wanted to eat, drink, and be merry. Hmm, might explain how I put on nearly 20 pounds my first year of marriage. Oops.
After Alex, we cut back going out to eat a lot. We wanted to set good eating habits at home for him and usually restaurants have horrible kids menu options. Time was also a factor and I found it was usually quicker and easier to cook at home than pack us all up and debate over what chain restaurant to eat at next. Now with two kids it is so much easier to eat at home. The key to that is being prepared with a menu, but I'll probably write more on that another time. It isn't worth the hassle, but sometimes momma needs a break and likes to leave the dishes for someone else.
So here is my story that triggered this post. My husband received a gift card to the ever popular Olive Garden for bosses day and we decided to use it this weekend. The lure of their salad always gets me. Anyways, I now split my entrees with my youngest son so I went for the heavier dish of Chicken Parmigiana which came with spaghetti. In the past this has been 2 pieces of chicken breast cutlet and way more pasta than I needed to eat so I knew this would be good to share. Well, my plate shows up with 1 small piece of chicken (obviously frozen) and a small portion of spaghetti. My plate looked like a lunch portion, but this wasn't lunch and it certainly didn't look like I had $15.95 sitting on my plate. My little pork chop baby boy ate the majority of it too and then big brother wanted some. Grumble Grumble. At least they still have all you can eat salad and bread sticks.
I know it was a "free" meal and I was happy for that, but I thought about it deeper. I try to budget $100 for food in our house per week and to know that I spent 15-17% of our weekly budget on one sub-par meal really made me feel bad. I can't figure out why the was restaurant packed with a waiting list with these prices? I don't know how people are doing it.
What are your eating out habits? Do you have a budget or a plan for eating out? Please share.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Our Love Story
I just saw this on some other blogs I follow and thought I'd post mine real quick before Valentine's Day is over, especially since I was proposed to on a Valentine's Day many years ago.
1. How long have you and your significant other been together?
we've been friends for 14, together for 12, and married for 6.5
2. How did you meet? {What's your "love" story?}
We had co-ed dorms in college and he was the boy dorm room next to mine. I'm one who likes to make friends right away so I didn't hesitate to introduce myself to him and his roommates. A friendship bloomed from there with the under currents of "could this be more". Cupid didn't officially strike us until 2 yrs later when I had and we had 12 hours between us because I had transferred schools. Once we gave into cupid, it was all over :)
3. If married, how long have you been married? 6.5 years
4. If you are married, where did you get married at? Big or small wedding? It was a decent sized wedding, about 120 up in my hometown near NW Ohio. It was a beautiful location in the fall and we had perfect weather for our day.
5. Do you have any nick-names that you call one another? No nicknames, but we usually speak in our own language of silly things that mean other things.
6. Name 3 things you love most about your honey. Humor, Loyalty, Balance
7. Tell us how he proposed? Or your ideal proposal? It was 8 years ago today :) He was a good sport and took me skiing for a weekend away. I was just so thrilled to get away I didn't even give a second thought to getting engaged (I had stopped bugging him for a ring by this point). Anyways, we had just a great time together and I kind of threw off some of the chances he wanted to ask me like on the lift, or at dinner, finally we were back in the hotel room and he said we should take a picture of us toasting with champagne and he pulled the ring out right when the camera went off :) Perfect for a scrapbooker!
8. Is he a flowers and teddy bear kind of guy for v-day, or strawberries, champagne, and rose petals? Usually flowers and a sweet treat.
9. Are you a sunset dinner on the beach kind of girl, or pop a movie in and relax on the couch? We'd ideally love to be dining on the beach every night but a movie at home with just the two of us is great and makes us appreciate the beach dates more.
10. Tell us one thing you'd like to do with your significant one day. If you could do anything? Go anywhere? Just grow old together. Cheesy, but true.
11. Tell us what you plan on doing on this Valentine's Day.
Low key this year, but I cooked a nice dinner for him and Alex and I made him a Valentine and a heart-shaped cookie cake.
12. Are you asking for anything this Valentine's day? I hinted pretty strongly that a pastry from my favorite bakery would have been nice, but not this year. Maybe he's supporting my Slimming Down Sundays? :) I did get a nice card and flowers though.
13. Give us one piece of advice of keeping a relationship strong and full of love. Communicate honestly with each other. You have to do both. You can't just be honest with yourself and but never communicate it that person and you can't just communicate to that person but do it through lies. It won't work. This might sound confusing, but I think a lot of couples do this with each other. They go about thinking things they don't say or saying things they don't mean.
14. Show us a picture of what love means to you. Ah, many years ago. In the top one I didn't even really notice the ring yet.
About a year ago :)
Monday, February 13, 2012
Pin Me!
Who knew something so simple could be so addicting. See picture. Pin picture. Repeat.
I mostly love some of the "Duh, why didn't I think of that?" things I find.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Slimming Down Sunday -- So Close, still
Week 6
Weight Change: no change
Total Difference: -7.2 pounds since post-Thanksgiving
Goal Progress: 3 pounds to go before mini-goal #1 on February 1st.
Notes: I'm not sure what happened this week. I fluctuated a lot, including getting *this* close to my goal, and my lowest weight so far this week. Some little good things I accomplished (and yes, these are small, but they still count in my book).
1. I wore my "skinny" belt this week
2. I drank water vs. Coke at my GNO
3. Also, I usually consume an embarrassing large portion of M&Ms at my GNO. I avoided pigging out on them this week.
4. I avoided the drive-thru when it was calling my name and headed straight home instead.
I did better with my snacking this week meals out Thursday and Friday probably did me in at the end of the week.
I was nicer to myself this week mentally about things so that goal was improved. How did you all fair this week?
Blog hop.
Chasing Fireflies and Blissful and Wishful have teamed up for Slimming Down Sunday!
Do you have a post about weight loss tips/tricks/struggles/etc, nutrition, fitness, or related? Link it up!
2 rules:
1. You must be a follower of Chasing Fireflies & Blissful and Wishful via Google Friend Connect.
2. Link directly to any weight loss/nutrition/exercise related blog post. (No weigh-in necessary!)
That's it!
Then feel free to visit as few or as many of the other linked blogs to help find some extra motivation for the week!
Weight Change: no change
Total Difference: -7.2 pounds since post-Thanksgiving
Goal Progress: 3 pounds to go before mini-goal #1 on February 1st.
Notes: I'm not sure what happened this week. I fluctuated a lot, including getting *this* close to my goal, and my lowest weight so far this week. Some little good things I accomplished (and yes, these are small, but they still count in my book).
1. I wore my "skinny" belt this week
2. I drank water vs. Coke at my GNO
3. Also, I usually consume an embarrassing large portion of M&Ms at my GNO. I avoided pigging out on them this week.
4. I avoided the drive-thru when it was calling my name and headed straight home instead.
I did better with my snacking this week meals out Thursday and Friday probably did me in at the end of the week.
I was nicer to myself this week mentally about things so that goal was improved. How did you all fair this week?
Blog hop.
Chasing Fireflies and Blissful and Wishful have teamed up for Slimming Down Sunday!
Do you have a post about weight loss tips/tricks/struggles/etc, nutrition, fitness, or related? Link it up!
2 rules:
1. You must be a follower of Chasing Fireflies & Blissful and Wishful via Google Friend Connect.
2. Link directly to any weight loss/nutrition/exercise related blog post. (No weigh-in necessary!)
That's it!
Then feel free to visit as few or as many of the other linked blogs to help find some extra motivation for the week!
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Monkey Brains
As a Mom of 2 boys, sometimes you have to be a little creative with dinner.
This really isn't monkey brains, however, it is the only clever name I could give to this sloppy joe, pepper steak, stew-like concoction. Plus, it pays tribute to Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom dinner scene where dessert is "chilled monkey brains".
Anyways, the guys in my household love this and the name just stuck.
I'm not sure if there is another popular recipe out there like this, but my friend originally shared this one with me and since she isn't a blogger, I thought I'd put it out there to share. Let me know if you have or find a similar recipe.
Ingredients:
2 lbs. stew beef cubed
1 package of Sloppy Joe powder (I accidentally used Chili mix once and that was also tasty)
1 green pepper, chopped or diced
1/2 onion, cut up
1/8 cup of Apple Cider Vinegar
1 can of tomato paste (6 oz.)
Directions:
Mix all of the above in a slow cooker
Cook on low for 6-7 hours
Serve over Noodles or Rice
I meant to take a picture of the finished product, but we just got to eating it too fast. Let me know what you think if you try it!
*sorry for the crappy pictures, you can thank my phone*
This really isn't monkey brains, however, it is the only clever name I could give to this sloppy joe, pepper steak, stew-like concoction. Plus, it pays tribute to Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom dinner scene where dessert is "chilled monkey brains".
Anyways, the guys in my household love this and the name just stuck.
I'm not sure if there is another popular recipe out there like this, but my friend originally shared this one with me and since she isn't a blogger, I thought I'd put it out there to share. Let me know if you have or find a similar recipe.
Ingredients:
2 lbs. stew beef cubed
1 package of Sloppy Joe powder (I accidentally used Chili mix once and that was also tasty)
1 green pepper, chopped or diced
1/2 onion, cut up
1/8 cup of Apple Cider Vinegar
1 can of tomato paste (6 oz.)
Directions:
Mix all of the above in a slow cooker
Cook on low for 6-7 hours
Serve over Noodles or Rice
I meant to take a picture of the finished product, but we just got to eating it too fast. Let me know what you think if you try it!
*sorry for the crappy pictures, you can thank my phone*
Witty Wednesday -- What is Love?
My husband came across this meme the other day and I couldn't help but chuckle. I might not be right in the head.
For reference, Vlasislav is a popular Slavic name (according to Wikipedia that is).
For reference, Vlasislav is a popular Slavic name (according to Wikipedia that is).
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Slimming Down Sunday -- No Dice
Week 5
Weight Change: +.8 pounds
Total Difference: -7.2 pounds since post-Thanksgiving
Goal Progress: 3 pounds to go before mini-goal #1 on February 1st.
Total Difference: -7.2 pounds since post-Thanksgiving
Goal Progress: 3 pounds to go before mini-goal #1 on February 1st.
Notes: So close, yet so far. I started out this week needing to lose 2.2 pounds by the 1st of the month and I didn't make it. Surprisingly I didn't really let it get to me because I know I am so close and it will just be a matter of another week or two.
I struggled with the 3pm snack attacks this week and an am in search of something to curb that. I also struggled this week when DH and I went out to eat together. He ate half an entree salad and I feasted on a chicken pasta dish, and no I didn't bring home left overs. I hadn't really over indued the meal. It didn't seem like that huge of a portion, but I felt so shameful and guilty for the rest of the meal and night. Feeling this way was worse than not making my goal. I have to remember that this journey just isn't about the numbers, but also how I am doing mentally with everything too.
Additionally, my mother had a major health setback that was once again due to her being inactive and overweight. Her situation has been plaguing me the past few days too.
So my goal for next week is to work on being more positive and nicer to myself mentally when it comes to food while still tracking calories and trying to workout. How did you all fair this week?
Blog hop.Chasing Fireflies and Blissful and Wishful have teamed up for Slimming Down Sunday!
Do you have a post about weight loss tips/tricks/struggles/etc, nutrition, fitness, or related? Link it up!
2 rules:
1. You must be a follower of Chasing Fireflies & Blissful and Wishful via Google Friend Connect.
2. Link directly to any weight loss/nutrition/exercise related blog post. (No weigh-in necessary!)
That's it!
Then feel free to visit as few or as many of the other linked blogs to help find some extra motivation for the week!
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
No More Manwich
I get it. It's easy.
Brown meat, drain, stir in can of goodness.
But this variation I came across had my husband proclaiming that we will never buy the canned stuff again. And it was just as easy, only less salt and a much fresher taste. Bonus -- I made this ahead of my son's birthday party and put it in the slow cooker for the day of the party--plus it will freeze well, if you have leftovers that is. So Delicious!
Sloppy Joes II (from Allrecipes.com)
photo from Allrecipes user
Brown meat, drain, stir in can of goodness.
But this variation I came across had my husband proclaiming that we will never buy the canned stuff again. And it was just as easy, only less salt and a much fresher taste. Bonus -- I made this ahead of my son's birthday party and put it in the slow cooker for the day of the party--plus it will freeze well, if you have leftovers that is. So Delicious!
Sloppy Joes II (from Allrecipes.com)
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 3 teaspoons brown sugar
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
Directions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, onion, and green pepper; drain off liquids.
- Stir in the garlic powder, mustard, ketchup, and brown sugar; mix thoroughly. Reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
photo from Allrecipes user
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