Our Visit So Far....

Julia arrived on Wednesday. We have kept pretty busy running around town and just enjoying each other. After church on Thursday night, several of us from church went to McDonald's for ice cream. Today, we went to Oatman to see the Burro's and the gun show. Mike and Julia are going on a daddy/daughter date, tonight. 

Thank You, Secret Sister

Thank you for my blessing tonight. I am praying for you, too

 I don't know who you are yet or if you'll even see this thank you. But THANK YOU!!

The Old Becomes New, Again!

We were given an old hutch early this year.The weather is cooler, now. We were able to work in the garage and spray paint this. New paint, new knobs and it's looking great. I just love it!

Closing In On My Goal

Currently I am at -71.4. I have 9 lbs left to goal. Visualizing a realistic end goal has been difficult. In the beginning the whole process seemed overwhelming. These awards along the way have been very motivating. I have learned that you MUST take it one step (or pound) at a time. One of the biggest weight loss visual memories I have is from Oprah. Years ago she lost 60 lbs (?). I remember her coming on stage pulling 60 lbs of lard, in a wagon, behind her. It showed how much she had been carrying around on her body. That visual always stuck with me. Well, I am not going to buy a bunch of lard. LOL.. But as a visual I can use my son. So far I've lost 71.4 lbs. My 9 year old son weighs 74 lbs. I can't imagine carrying him around all day, yet I was. Carrie Fisher on Jenny Craig has lost 50 lbs "half a super model" she says. LOL.. I certainly would not want to carry around a super model. LOL

Phillipians 4:13--- I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.



School Daze!! First Day Of Fourth Grade-Sept 6th, 2011

Today, we started fourth grade. Brandon was feeling goofy and insisted on wearing a helmet. Is this a reflection on my teaching? Most likely, yes. LOL. Daddy is still attempting to get caught up in math. But we are ready for all the other subjects. We have a new grammar book and some new History books.  I am blessed that several friends gave me the school  books. With my swagbucks I was able to buy a few things, too. So, actually, all the stuff we have was free. That is such a blessing!! Being this is the first week, we have lots of schedule adjusting till we get into a routine this year. Flexibilty is the key to all of this, I have learned.

Goofy! Just what does he think is going to happen in 4th?



A more serious picture

Our Subjects.