Not Budging

So, the scale has barely budged.  And when I say this, I mean it has fluctuated up and down within two pounds but has not dipped low enough for me to feel as if I've made any progress. I grow frustrated.

I am going to try to eliminate wheat and sugar, and have realized that perhaps I need to exercise as well. I am leery of this, though, because that tends to increase my appetite and a few years ago I actually gained ten pounds when I started running.

I am not giving up, though, and am more determined to find what will work for me.

I am also going to revisit the hypnotism thing.  I have an app on my phone that is interesting...I just need to do it consistently. That was my big failure last time.  I always fall asleep before it ends.

What I Really Want For Mother's Day

• Coffee on the back porch, in silence.  Maybe while I read my book.
• No crying while we get ready for church, and try to get out the door.  Just this once.
• Before you yell, "Mommy" for you to stop and think...can Daddy do it?  Maybe, just maybe,  you could even do it yourself?
• Hang the curtain rod over the window by my computer so I can hang up those free curtains I got at the Mommy Swap.  This will make me very happy and bring me daily pleasure.
• An hour of uninterrupted silence to read my book.  I am almost at the end of book 5 of the Game of Thrones series, so please.  Maybe hubs will take the kids to the park?
• The dishwasher to be loaded and unloaded as necessary.

That's pretty much it!  No flowers, cards or new Kate Spade wallet (ahem...maybe for my b-day though) necessary.  I already feel loved and appreciated, and my love knows no bounds for all of you in return.  I have received my favorite, home-made with your own tiny hands precious gifts.  I love those more than anything.  

Love,

Mom/Chris

Thrift Store Dress

 

I bought this dress at my favorite thrift store, and while it fits, it does not fit great.  So, my first goal is to wear this dress really comfortably.  My arms are a whole different story.  So, I will also start working on those!