August 25, 2012

It's been quite some time since I posted.  I read my last post about Jasmin's thumb sucking. Yeah, that lasted about 3 weeks then she totally reverted.  So, she's back on the wagon.

In other news, most schools are back in session.  We, however, have two whole weeks left.  I have enjoyed this summer with the kids.  We met up with lots of friends, relaxed a lot, had an awesome family vacation, and so on.  The next two weeks will be packed with much of the same.

My life is going to change drastically in two weeks.  Both kids will be attending school from 8 to 3:30.  Every day.  What will I do with myself???  Quite honestly, the thought of it is a bit scary.  I don't want to be a useless person.  I know other moms stay home even with their kids in school full time. I'm sure I'll adjust.  Praying for direction about job, school, volunteering?? 

April 30, 2012

So randomly I decided to try to break Jasmin of her thumb sucking habit.  It began with a fit from her, but once I mentioned painting her nails, she perked up.  It's now 6 days of no thumb sucking!  Sometimes she does at night, but we'll deal with that later.  Funny thing is....I'm kinda sad about it.  She's growing up. 

April 16, 2012

Today was a rough day. Sorta happens after the kids spend time at Grandma's house. Jasmin had many obedience problems today. But the afternoon went better for us both. Especially after I threatened an extended nap time. Then, she decided she didn't want to even try dinner. So, she went to bed hungry without being able to play at all after dinner.

Dylan, however, ate great and we were able to play balloon volleyball after dinner. It's one of our favorite games. We don't keep score.

I was able to go to downtown Chicago on Saturday. Spent the day with a friend from highschool and some of her highschool students. Funny how that works. It was great catching up though. However, the next day my legs were so sore! I must have walked 7 miles and I could feel it. I did get to do one thing I've always wanted to--go up the Sears tower sky deck. It was really cool. :)

Praying Jasmin eats her dinner tomorrow morning right away.... No, I don't always make her do that, but she wouldn't even try it! Might be another long day, lol.

April 7, 2012

Jasmin asked me the other day, "Why can't I marry Dylan???" She loves him so much. I love that 90% of the time, they play so nice. I pray that they will be close for their whole lives.

I tried out a dance class with a friend the other day. It was fun. Sometimes I wish I could get a gym membership. But, honestly, I would hate driving out just to work out. But still, I think it would be fun to go back with her again.

I did add pilates to my routine this week. I did them three times this week. Total of 3 hours of exercise this week. Pretty impressed with myself. Lol. I still haven't been able to break through the plateau I'm currently stuck on. :( I was hoping to start a C25K program, but it doesn't fit into my present schedule. So, back to the elliptical.

I really think I shouldn't blog while I watch TV (which I'm doing now). It's impossible to concentrate. I think that's why my blog posts are always so sporadic and lack continuity. :)

March 2, 2012

So, I hate my elliptical....

Yep, I know hating is wrong, but I do.

But I get on it at least four times a week for at least 30 minutes each time. And I'm seeing results which is great. Not fast results, but results.

I had another mom--speaking about her own situation--talk about her kids knowing math facts wasn't all that important. She spoke of truly teaching her kids to know God, not get bogged down with such little things. It spoke to me. I have been consumed with the fact that Dylan doesn't just know automatically that 6+7=13. So, unimportant!!! He'll get it eventually and if not, that's what calculators are for. He knows the concepts of math. So, calm down!

I've still been struggling emotionally a bit lately. Not sure why and it's really frustrating. I just don't feel like being social with people I don't know well. I'm fine with my close friends. Ah, who knows?

I've read my Bible almost every day this year, which is big for me. I haven't been that consistent in years! I've kept up with the pace that our church is going through. Our church only skipped Leviticus so far and I plan on catching up with that this summer.

Yep, these are all my random thoughts for tonight.

February 16, 2012

Updates. :) The diet plan has been going so-so. I have really good days, okay days, not so okay days, and the occasional bad day. Today was a bad day. I did work out, but only for 20 minutes and then we ate at Olive Garden. I ate until I was uncomfortably full. I haven't done that in weeks. I have lost a total of 10.5 pounds. Not too bad. But I really feel like giving up. Kinda sick of being hungry and I hate working out. I look forward to summer when my "workout" can be riding the bike or taking a long walk. So, I will keep at it.

Kids are doing well. Jasmin and I did a lesson from her reading book today. She will only tolerate it for so long. She is so down on herself. I think she gets that from me. She constantly says, "No, I can't do that." But mostly she can. Dylan is doing Awana Bible quizzing next weekend. God has given him such a great memory. I feel like I've been on his case a lot lately. Nothing major, but little things he needs to work on. But I hate to harp on stuff constantly.

I've been going through a rough emotional time the past few weeks. Highly emotional, easily brought to tears, full of rage at times. I briefly considered trying medication again. It had gotten that bad. But I think I'm back to my normal cranky self. :)

February 3, 2012

I've been feeling very anti social of late. Our church is having a couple of activities this weekend and I think we're going to stay home. I now it's hormonal but it's still disconcerting. I had one evening of complete rage. I actually avoided my family for most the night. The rest of the week, I've been a bit cranky and tired. This too shall pass.

My weight loss plan has been going well until the past two days. Yesterday, I only did a really short work out, tonight I did none. Both days I ate too many calories. Again, hormones and what not. But still annoying. So far, I've lost 8 1/2 pounds. So, I'm on my way. I know I'm bound to have set backs. It's going to take me several months--sadly. :)