Help Needed!

I have been struggling over the past several months, heck maybe since Harrison was born, with being an emotional eater. I LOVE food and use it as a reward as well as just plain wanting to eat in any state of mind.

I loved being pregnant! I loved having my belly grow over the course of 9 months! After Harrison was born I used the excuse that I was breastfeeding so I could eat whatever. After breastfeeding came to an end at 8 months I figured I had til Harison was a year old to get back to my pre-pregrancy weight. Harrison is 15 months old and I weigh more now then I ever have (except for when I was pregnant). I believe that after having a baby your weight shifts and settles wherever it likes. I really dislike where I am as far as my figure and my desire to have such bad habits. I need help! I also want to be healthy for myself and my family. I want to live a long energtic life.

After several months of research and talking to friends I have decided to join Weight Watchers starting September 1st. I need to be held accountable! Bill tries so hard to be my cheerleader and accountability partner but I more times then not frustrated with him when he tries to help.

Here's to new adventures!

Boot Camp

Monday was the start of a month long boot camp at Riley Athletics, http://www.rileyathletics.com

I bought this amazing Groupon in effort to support my friends' husband who owns Riley Athletics but also because I am ready for a change! Boot Camp is Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7-7:30pm. Monday night was amazing and empowering! I never sweat so much...and loved it! On Tuesday morning I felt a little sore, mostly in my abs but my energy level was amazing all day. On Tuesday Harrison and I walked to the Zoo to meet with friends and then walk back home. Round trip it was 4 miles. I was so proud of myself!
Tonight was another hard core sweat feast even thought my abs have not quite recovered from Monday. I am so glad to be in boot camp and looking forward to tomorrow night. I NEVER thought I would EVER do boot camp and really love it.

On the Move!

While Nana was here we spent lots of time at Golden Garden, a beach with an awesome new playground.) Harrison loved playing peek-a-boo!



While at the beach Harrison had a great time playing in the sand! He was a bit unsure at first but then he sat down and played hard. He loved picking up the sand by the fist full and then letting the sand slide through his fingers.



All Smiles...all the time!


Harrison warmed up to Nana quickly! He was generous with his kisses and hugs. Nana also witnessed Harrison walking across the living room for the first time.


Look Mommy I'm walking! Harrison really started walking two weeks ago and there is nothing holding him back!

Summer projects

It was time to organize our garage with some shelving! All of Bill's tools have a place.



Yay for also organizing the shed!


New benches for my anniversary. It's been so nice to sit in the backyard on sunny cool days.


Garden is growing! We will have fresh tomatoes, salad mix, corn, and peppers!


We are very happy with our new dinning room light.

Our Babies are 1!

PEPS (Program for Early Parent Support) has truly been amazing for me! During the time of doubt and not know what was "normal" I had the support of eight other mommies that were going through the same thing. One year later we have all survived our babies first year! I am so truly Blessed to have you as my friends!

Poppy and Debbie's visit!

Hi Poppy and Debbie! Harrison loved looking into the kitchen window to Poppy and Debbie while we were cooking dinner.



I LOVE my new tracker! I can even get on and off the sit by myself! I am getting so BIG!


Poppy came to watch me dancing at Nurturing Pathways!

Happy first birthday!

Harrison is one and what a huge couple weeks it has been. We started Harrison's festivities by having a cookout at our home before leaving for our trip to Indiana. While in Indiana we partied at the Terre Haute Science Center with our family. It was a great time. Poppy and Debbie flew back with us where Harrison's birthday present from Mommy and Daddy was waiting...smart trike!