#131 Unspoken Abandonment

I told you earlier that I wanted to post another blog in the last blog post. I do realized that I haven't post anything about what I have been reading lately. If you follow me on Goodreads, then you know lately I have been in non-stop reading especially that last 2 weeks. That is usually what happens; I get in a mood where I don't read for awhile, then in a split second something changes and I can't stop. Well I am in my can't stop mood right now.

I had just read The Eternal Ones by Kirsten Miller and was waiting for the sequel All You Desire to come in. (We will save this for another book review). So I opened my Kindle App on my computer (thank you apple). I had bought the book I am about review around the July 4th weekend when it was 99 cents. So I decided to read it. I really think everyone should read it.

Unspoken Abandonment by Bryan Wood. Below is what I posted in my Goodreads profile:
First off, I have to tell you that I usually don't read books on this subject, but I have to say that I am sure glad I did. This book wasn't about being a Democrat or Republican or any other political party. I wasn't about whether you are for or against the war either. This is story of one man's journey to get back to "normal," whatever normal may be. They review may go over many edits over the next few days as what I read sinks in and I have more time to think about what I actually read. 

I am taking a quote from this book because it sums something I want to say, "things like this in television or movies is one thing, but when it is right in front of your face, day in and day out, it is something completely different." Wood, Bryan (2012-02-16). Unspoken Abandonment (p. 69). . Kindle Edition.

I know that I will never truly understand what Mr. Wood and other soldiers like him went through, because I have never been their and I know I will never have the opportunity to know what being a soldier is like, cause frankly, I know I cannot do it. As I sat watching the Olympics while reading I found myself tearing up at some parts while silently really thinking about what I was reading. I found myself learning a little bit more about myself and the person I want to be in the future.

I will not give away anything about this story cause I think everyone should read it. This story of one man's journey truly effected me as a person and as an American. So all I ask is that you please read it and decide for yourself.

Lastly, I want to thank Mr. Wood for telling your story and putting it out there for the world to see and read. I also have to thank the soldiers in all the branches of the military and in other countries for giving up and sacrificing parts of their lives so that people like me and rest of Americans can live in the "home of the free and the brave." 

#130 These are my confessions....

• If you know me, than you already to this about me. I am a Republican and a Conservative. Now I am not one to tell people this because frankly it is no one's business. I don't tell people because it is something I feel is my private business. That being said, I think I am a fair person; I sit there will listen while others state their opinion and not really say anything. I can look at both sides of the issue. 
• I am tired of people criticizing Tim Tebow for his Christianity. He has a relationship with God and he is open about it. Leave him a lone about it. It drives me crazy.
• Chick-fil-A: When this issue first came about, honestly couldn't tell you what was going on. The owner of the company was asked his opinion on the issue of marriage equality. People asked his opinion and he gave just that. I am not saying I feel his opinion is right, but he has a right to say how he feels. If you don't like what you hear, don't ask. I do believe with all my hear that everyone should have the right to get married; I pride myself on not being racist and I don't discriminate based on color, sexual preference, gender, or anything else for that matter. I look at people as people first and don't make judgements. Now I have heard that there is a boycott to not eat a Chick-fil-A, but I won't boycott a company for their opinion. If you want me to do that, then maybe I should boycott Jimmy Kimmel or David Letterman for things they have said about Michelle Bauchman (probably not spelled right) and Sarah Palin. Or maybe I should boycott CNN for stating their opinions when they are supposed to be neutral. So no I won't boycott Chick-fil-a but that doesn't necessarily mean that I don't disagree for your reasoning behind that. However, I probably won't be eating at the establishment that day but thats because I am watching what I eat and it is the day before weigh in at Weight Watchers.
•  NEXT TOPIC PLEASE!!!!
• I am sure I will a lot of hate from the above statement, but if you have a problem with me saying my opinion, than don't read this. Do what you have to do, but frankly on don't care. If the above statement makes you not want to be my friend, then I we really weren't friends in the first place cause then your really don't know me do you.
• I bought the last Justin Bieber album and I actually like it. 
• Sometime days, I feel like posting more than one blog post a day, which I may do today.
• I had PDAs (public displays of affection). I mean I don't mind seeing people hold hands or have little peck here and there, but when you are in a full out make-out session, I don't want to see it. I don't care if you are straight or gay, etc.
• I view tattoos as art and people with don't really bother me. 
• I really dislike fake people. I am not talking about people who have cosmetic surgery or die their hair. I talking about people who act one way to a person's face but talk about them as soon as they leave the room. 
• I also really dislike rude people. Enough Said
• I wish I was at home watching hour after hour of the Olympics.
• On a happier note, I was so excited this morning when I didn't have to suck in my stomach to button my pants. It is surely a great feeling.
• This week I will be going back to zumba. I have the feeling I will be sore of for the next couple of days.
• Happy Birthday Harry Potter.
• Have great day everyone!!!

#129 Monday, Monday, Monday

Mondays are never my favorite days of the week. (1) It is the first day of the work week; (2) I am not a morning person, repeat, I am not a morning person. I have never ever been a morning person. After a weekend of laying in my parents comfortable bed (it goes up and down like a hospital bed) reading and watching the Olympics in my pjs, I found it extremely hard to have to get up this morning. As I am sitting at my desk, drinking my morning cup of jo, I can't help but wish that I was sitting watching the Olympics.


I have the ability to multitask; in between reading and watching tv, I was also do some design work.

Mayet Graphics
Things at my freelance co. have kind of picked up a bit. I mean not to the point where I am so busy that I am pulling my hair out, but to the point where I am getting to do what I love. So I guess that is good right?

Weight Loss
Last Thursday, I was excited to learn that I lost 2.8 pounds and got passed my plateau, but I hope I didn't totally blow it this weekend. I tracked but mostly what I did this weekend was sit in front of the tv. Except on Saturday, I had an itching to do some earn activity points, granted it wasn't much, but it was something. I walked/ran the treadmill for 20 minutes. I was able to 1.14 miles. I guess that was good timing. I need to really get back to exercising so that I can do good on my 5K in November.


I know women and men don't usually like to say what size they are, but I am so excited about what I am about to say. I have a pair of pants that are a size 10, but I don't ever remember ever fitting in a size 10, which is a huge accomplishment on my part to begin with. However, they still are a little snug but they are getting close to the point where I don't have to wear a loose fitting shirt with them. I think in a couple more pound I will be able to wear a fitted shirt with these particular pair of pants.


Reading
So last week, I read Bared to You, while waiting for the sequel to The Eternal Ones I come in. Bared to You is in the same genre as Fifty Shades of Grey. Now, it was very hard for me to admit that read the genre. Anyway, I couldn't put this book (Bared to You) down. As much as I enjoyed the 50 Shades series, this book had more character development and plot. Also, I felt this story is more realistic. So I now have to wait for the second installment of the series due out in October.


All You Desire is the sequel to The Eternal Ones. I guess I am a sucker for a good love story and you know I love the supernatural. So to have these two genres in one was like the jackpot.  Below is my Goodreads review of All You Desire:
I guess I am sucker for a love story. This series is has gone above and beyond; Iain and Haven's love story has lasted for centuries. I couldn't imagine what these two have been through each lifetime to find each other. In the back of my mind, I can't help but hope that one day I will find someone who looks at me the way Iain looks at Haven. Whenever I finish a book series, I can't help but want more, and this one was no different. I know there is more to this story and I sure do hope there is more too this story. If you pick up this series, I can tell you that you won't be disappointed....Happy Reading Everyone!!!


I started reading Unspoken Abandonment. This book is a lot different than what I normally read. It is a memoir by veteran soldier Bryan A. Wood. I linked up his name to his Goodreads profile. His story is about his journey when her returned from Afghanistan. It is so moving and memorable; like nothing I have ever read. Truth be told, I haven't read anything like and I feel it is a must read for everyone.

#128 Go Team USA!!!!!!

I usually don't post things on Saturday or on weekends, but what the hell.

The Summer Olympics (I am not sure I should capitalize this) is the thing I look forward to every 4 years. I guess as I child I dreamed about one day going to the Olympics at some point in my life, but I soon realized as I got older that I wasn't good at sports or one of those people who thrive on winning, but I can pull for them right?

London 2012
First off, I have to remember to not keep checking on the Internet because new media outlets are spoiling the results for me. They are doing their jobs by reporting cause by the time we Americans get to watch it on TV, it has happened a few hours earlier. I just wish the would hold their reports till those of us state side can see the results when we watch it.

Opening Ceremonies

Photo taken from the Internet.
www.wesurfweb.com/live-streaming-olympics-opening-ceremony.html 

Watching Facebook posts last night as the Opening Ceremonies were happen, I couldn't help but laugh.  Some posts people were saying that they "didn't understand what was happening." I thought it was fantastic and at times sometimes creepy. There were a few things that I love:

• The Queen's entrance with 007. That was awesome is all I got to say.
• Mr. Bean with the London Orchestra.
• The Industrial Age part, especially when they were forming the rings.
• But I think the most moving part is when instead of using past famous athletes, they let young and possibly future olympiads light the Olympic Torch, which was beautiful but the way. 

In closing, I wish all of Team USA the best of luck. I also hope that Michael Pheleps gets his 3 gold medals to make history. Go TEAM USA!!!!

#127 Weekly Weigh In

So I couldn't be more excited to write and post this blog. If we are friends on Facebook, they you already know my weight loss this week. I had a huge weight loss this week and I couldn't be more excited. I finally think I have moved past my plateau. I lost 2.8 pounds this week making my total weight loss 37. 


If you are a avid reader, then you know that I have been playing with the same 4 pounds since October 2011. Before my cousin's wedding, I reached the 30 pound mark. Now to be honest, right after the wedding, I kind of was off plan. Well if I am really honest, I through the book out of the window. I wasn't tracking and eating what I wanted. Meaning, if I wanted a cheeseburger from McDonalds, I ate it . Sometimes it was a few days in a row. Needless to say the scale showed it. Also, I felt it with my body. For me, I was eating small healthy meals for about one year, so it was sort of a shock to my body to get so much grease and so much food at one time. I was feeling awful.

Finally moving past the 35 pound mark is such a huge thing for me, words can't explain how utterly excited and proud of myself I am. I am going to list a few statistics below:

• I have dropped 37 pounds since my start of WW in April 2010.
• In 3 pounds, I will be able to take another progression photo. 
• I am in a new decade, my number on the scale moved. The second number in my weight has gone down. (I hope that explains it.)
• I am down 2 pant sizes and 3 in one pair of pants.
• I really need to do measurements to figure out how many inches I lost.
• I can now buy shoes in the children's department. (I had no clue you lost weight in your feet.)
• I went down in bra size. I don't mean cup size; I mean I lost weight around my bust.
• My mom, this morning, told me that I lost my double chin.
• For the first time, I actually can see my weight loss looking in the mirror. I know it may be hard to believe, but I have never been able to see my weight loss, now I am starting to see it.
• I am finally showing my weight in my belly, which has been the hardest place to loose weight.

I have been really looking into that question, "What changed? What have I done differently? My answers to those questions are that I am really doing the WW plan. I am tracking and paying closer attention to what I am putting my mouth. Although I haven't really exercised since Disney, I want to exercise rather than sitting on the couch watching a tv show. 

In closing, tonight marks the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. I am excited about pulling for the USA olympians. I have had a great week, lets just hope I can keep this momentum going. Have a great weekend everyone.

#126 The Hump Day Blog

I have decided to post The Hump Day Blog earlier than I expected. I wanted to do while I still have what is left of My Morning McCafe from McDonalds. I really don't know what I would do without my morning cup of Jo while sitting next to man named Joe. OK OK, I know I am rambling, but oh well. I also wanted to get this in before I go back into my world of design.

From some reason this morning, I seem to be very distracted. I keep finding myself staring outside the window watching the morning traffic go by on the highway outside of the window. The street, West Park, always seems to be busy every hour of every day. If you would sit outside in your car or on the ground for a few hours, no doubt you would hear and eventually see the firetrucks and rescue units pass multiple times a day and then a few seconds later and ambulance. They seem to go on runs at 3 times a day. When it is raining, they get called out even more. I don't know if I could do what they do; I applaud them in what they do. While watching, I don't understand why the cars or should I say drivers at the intersection of West Park and Broadmore don't like to stop at the read light. They instead fly through the light at 40 to 50 miles per hour. Sometimes our parking lot at Tradewinds will be home to some police departments and they watch the intersection. I bet you if a police officer was there every hour of every day, they would make a butt load of money.

WW: Believe it or not, I still track everything I put into my mouth. I am not perfect in it but I try my best. I am eating better and following whole heartedly. I need to still up my exercise/activity. I trying to eat more veggies and fruits. I am going to try today and tomorrow to not have a DC until after weigh in tomorrow night. I am so close to 35 pounds. Last week I had a small gain and I think I have found why. Yesterday, my monthly visiter made her arrival, which may explains why I want to eat everything in site. I know this topic may be taboo, but listen ladies if we have gone through puberty and haven't gone through "The Change" we have a monthly menstrual cycle. Your period effects your number on the scale. I just hope that this week I am back on track so that I can finally get past the 35 pound mark; I seem to be fighting that number. I have been trying to get past this point since October 2011.

My freelance work has picked so lately I am been a little busier, which I love. I love the world of graphic design. I believe it is what I am meant to do. In a weird kind of way, it speaks to me. Lets up business stays busy. Anyway, I recently went on an interview with Rushing Media (finally I let the cat out of the bag). It was my best yet interview. It became more of a conversation between two like minded people instead of something to be nervous about. Anyway, I was asked, "Where do you see yourself in the future?" Honestly, I didn't really know how to answer this. I said, "I just want to be doing something in the graphics world. I just love it that much." That may have been a weak answer but it is what I want to do. Now that I have had time to really think about it, I think I now have a better answer. I would love to be still doing graphic design. I am the type of person who can't just sit behind a desk running numbers or writing memos. I love branding and coming out with identities for companies or individuals whether it before a new boutique or law firm. I also love designing wedding and party invites. Especially with weddings, you are doing something so personal for a couple. You are creating an image for their guests for what the couple is about. Also, I would hope to be making enough income I would be lending my talents to a non-profit organization. I love giving back and helping those in need. Bottom line, I love design and want to inspire others to do what they love to do. I am still working on that answer.

In closing, I say that today is going to be a good day. I now have to head back into my world of design. I will go back to having not one but two computers on my desk. So I want to wish that everyone have a great day!

#125 These are my confessions....

• My heart goes out to all those victims and their families the "Movie Massacre" shootings. I get choked up every time I read a story or watch something in the news. Especially reading the stories of the people who perished in the shooting. When something like this happens, the media goes into overload; they start talking about gun control. I refuse to say the "accused's" name. However I can help but wonder, why aren't they discussing the mental health issue? Something in this young man's life cause him to snap. You can try to control guns, but somewhere someone will find a way to get them no matter what. People, we need to start talking about mental health not gun control.
• I never in my wideness dreams that something like the movie shootings would personally affect me in any way. However I recently found out the one of the 12 victims who lost their lives was a personal friend of one of my cousins (you know who you are).  This cousin and I have grown close over the past few years; I don't know about them, but I can't get over how much a like we are. Anyway, my heart goes out to that person and the family. From what I have heard of the guy who passed, he was a vibrant and kind person. He was the type of person anyone would want to have in their lives. He died a hero by jumping in front of a bullet meant for his girlfriend. That man's name is Alex Teves. Of course, all of those who perished had full lives a head of them. All were vibrant and kind and awesome. After learning about those who died, I can't help by as why?
• Ok...now that we have gotten that sadness out of the way. I started the No Junk Food Challenge again. However, I kind of already "cheated." (I tasted my dad's chips at lunch.)
• For some odd reason, I can't seem to stay away from Diet Coke. I have cut down a lot but haven't given them up all together. Maybe I can just drink more water to even it out. (LOL)
• MEN: WHAT I AM ABOUT TO WRITE ABOUT DON'T READ IF YOU GET GROSSED OUT EASILY. 
• Ladies, you may give me some advice on this. Why is it that when I am on my special time of the month do I want to eat everything and anything I see especially chocolate? If anyone knows of anything that could help me, please message me privately on Facebook.
• Also, it seems like when I eat healthier and I am following WW strictly that I have problems going to the bathroom (if you know what I mean).  Could some tell me privately again what they do to change this problem?
• MEN: I AM DONE WITH THE GROSS STUFF, YOU CAN CONTINUE READING.
• Yes, I am letting my hair grow nice and long again. I am giving it again to Locks of Love. It will be the second time I do it, but it will take forever to grow my hair. The following information is from the Locks of Love website.
• GUIDELINES FOR ACCEPTABLE DONATIONS
  • Hair that is colored or permed is acceptable.
  • Hair cut years ago is usable if it has been stored in a ponytail or braid.
  • Hair that has been bleached (usually this refers to highlighted hair) is not usable.  If unsure, ask your stylist. We are not able to accept bleached hair due to a chemical reaction that occurs during the manufacturing process. **If the hair was bleached years ago and has completely grown out it is fine to donate.
  • Hair that is swept off of the floor is not usable because it is not bundled in a ponytail or braid.
  • Hair that is shaved off and not in a ponytail or braid is not usable. If shaving your head, first divide hair into multiple ponytails to cut off.
  • We cannot accept dreadlocks. Our manufacturer is not able to use them in our children’s hairpieces. We also cannot accept wigs, falls, hair extensions or synthetic hair.
  • Layered hair is acceptable if the longest layer is 10 inches. 
  • Layered hair may be divided into multiple ponytails.
  • Curly hair may be pulled straight to measure the minimum 10 inches.
  • 10 inches measured tip to tip is the minimum length needed for a hairpiece.
  • Printable Guidelines (PDF)Please Note:
  
  
  • Shorter hair will be separated from the ponytails and sold to offset the manufacturing costs. Although the shorter hair cannot be used in the hairpieces, it still greatly helps to reduce costs.
  • Gray hair will be accepted and sold to offset the manufacturing costs.
  • Colored hair is not usable if it is colored over bleached hair.
  • Because Locks of Love creates custom hairpieces for each child, we are unable to accept donations of wigs, falls, hair extensions or synthetic hair.
• I finished another amazing book, The Eternal Ones by Kirsten Miller. It was so good. I must be a sucker for love stories and the supernatural. I am looking forward to the sequel.
• Sorry this is so long guys. Looking forward to your feedback on advice.

#124 Weekly Weigh In

Before I delve into this week's news of my weight loss journey, I just have to say that my heart goes out to the families and friends of the victims of the shooting at the midnight viewings of the new Batman Flick. There are some sick individuals who go on rampages and killing sprees, but with all that aside. I know it isn't my place to be his judge and jury. There was obviously something extremely wrong with that young man. So like everyone else, I will be keeping an eye out for updates during the day.

Back to the subject at hand: I have to inform you all that I had a small gain this week. A little over a 1/2 a pound. It is not much, but I was only 2/10s a way from 35. It is a new week right and I get to start fresh. The past week has sort of been outside of my routine, since I have been house/dog sitting for my cousin, which I was glad to do. But come tomorrow, I will be back to my normal routine.

On Wednesday, I couldn't go to Zumba, so I tried the Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred. I kid you not, I am still sore as ever and I just did Level 1. I found it lying around at my cousin's house. Although it was roughly a 30 minute work, it sure was intense. I am going to have to see if I could borrow this from them for about a month. Michael's is often is referred to as the "Toughest Trainer," and I can see why. From most of 30 minutes you are doing the exercises back to back without much rest. I am glad I decided not to try Level 2 first. WOW. My body is really aching for the second day in a row. I also did about 5 minutes of a Billy Banks's Taebo tape. (it was intense too, but I saw the Jillian Michael's DVD and had to try it.)

Good Luck to everyone and have a great weekend.

#123 The Hump Day Blog Post

I just realized that I haven't posted The Hump Day Blog is quite a while. Just as a warning to my readers this post may be a tad random.

Food for thought: If you know me, then you already know that is basically how my brain works. I have been told by various people that I am a very random person, but to me there is some sort of logic in it. My brain always seems to have random comments or bursts of information. Just imagine how random I would be of I actually said all the things I really think about. You just don't want to know. LOL

Today this post will definitely be random cause I will be talking about different things that probably don't go together.

Drew Brees: First off, I am so happy that he got his contract and that he is our franchise quarterback. He and his family give back to the city in many ways, and he has brought some great memories to New Orleans and the Saints. Secondly, I may get some negative comments my way, but I don't really care. I truly think signing a $100 million dollar contract is sort stupid and ridiculous. I don't have anything against him personally. I just think/feel that our society is sort of backwards. We reward athletes, actors, and musicians handsomely and they are just forms of entertainment, while those people who deserve more money don't. I am talking about police officers, firefighters, and teachers, just to name a few. These people are those that effect our lives and the lives of the next generations. We have the "entertainers" of the world living the high life with a lifestyle they chose, while the people that do the hard jobs (lack of a better word) some of which who barely get by. That is just messed up.


Healthy Food Vs. Junk Food: Everyone knows that I have spent a good part of the past 2 years trying to shed some major weight and get healthier. It seems like a lot of people around this country want the US to be healthier, which is great. However, the big dogs need to realize that if they want us (the people that live in the real world) to eat healthier, they need to make healthier food less expensive. For me, my money is tight and I am sure I am not the only one in this economy. Junk food is a lot cheaper than salads and the healthier options, and most of the time, it tastes better too.

My Lifestyle Change: Yesterday was the first day I set aside some time for myself and earned some activity points. I realize I didn't do it for long, but I feel it is better than nothing. I did 30 minutes in the pool, some of it was actually swimming laps (most off the time) and I did some water aerobics. I earned myself 4 Activity points. I hope it helps. I have eaten more this week but still have tracked everything I have put in my mouth.

In closing, mainly because I am running out of things to say. I hope everyone has a blessed day.

#122 These are my Confessions...

• Yeah, I realized I haven't been posting on a regular basis. Sorry about that, but life has been a little bit busier than normal since my return from the happiest place on earth.
• Printed pants: This fashion trend isn't my favorite especially for those on the heavier side and for me. Or maybe it is just the conservative side of me. Whatever it is, it isn't for me.
• So I have been house/dog-sitting this week; it hasn't been to great for my "diet," or for my "no junk food challenge." For the rest of the week, I have to tell myself that I will not eat the candy.
• For me, it is never a good day when I don't have my morning cup of jo. Coffee is something I don't think I could ever give up. I tried to do without this morning, but by 11am I had to take a break and go get some.
• It is always nice to hear from my readers; I am always in awe when I find out who is actually reading this blog especially when they give me any advise, which I love reading. 
• I need to cook more. However, it is hard to just cook for one person. 
• I hate allergy season. It seems like my nose tells me when spring has sprung. I get to have allergy brain. (The disconnected feeling. The foggy brain.)
• There are 121 days, 11 hours, and approximately 4 minutes till Breaking Dawn Part 2. Yes, I keep a countdown. So what. I love twilight. 

#121 Weekly Weigh In

I have decided to make this one Weekly Weigh In and Confessions in one. 

1. I realized I haven't posted a blog in post in a while, because I have been a little preoccupied with a possible new chapter in my life. I am still not saying what it is so that I won't jinx myself. 
2. I lost weight again this week. This marks the 5th week that I have lost weight in a row. So my total weight loss this far is 34.8 (That is 2/10ths of a pound from 35.). I hope on don't screw it up to much. 
3. I actually lost weight in Disney. I guess sticking to the kids menu actually works. It was the correct portion size for me, since I don't really eat much anymore. Plus all of the walking we did was crazy. I had pedometer on; it was saying I earned roughly about 13 activity points a day. We walked an average of 20,000 steps per day which translated in to about 12 miles a day. 
4. I am finally starting to see a change in my body, especially around my mid-section, which is where I carry most of my weight. I can actually suck my stomach in and make it flat.
5. Yesterday was the first day I could actually speak and sound was coming out in the last week or so. Upon return from WDW I got sick. I had a sore throat and a nasty cough.
6. I miss Zumba. I haven't been back to Zumba since before WDW. 
7. I haven't felt like reading a book since the drive to Florida. 
8. I semi started the No Junk Food Challenge.
9. I need to start training for the 5K again. 

I hope everyone has a great weekend. I promise I will be posting more often. 

I need to get back to really tracking my food and activity. 

#120 These are my confessions...

• 8 days in WDW is way too much time in one place while in the heat and humidity of South Florida. 
• Le Cellier maybe one of the best restaurants on Disney property. Expensive but delicious.
• Starting either Thursday or Friday....I will be doing a strict no junk food diet/lifestyle. I can do anything for 21 days right? Plus I am also adding NO SODAS as well. 

• It really does suck that weigh in is the day after July 4th, 2012. I sure wish it was the opposite.
• I am not really excited about weigh in period, but I kind of want to see the damage. 
• I kind of sort of got swept into the entire Tom Cruise Katie Holmes split. I can't wait till Saturday when my people mag comes in. 
• I don't know if I am ready for the No Junk Food Challenge, but I will give it my best try. 
• I guess I will need to start training for my 5K in November. Like in a previous blog post. I would like to cut 15 minutes off or more. Lets just hope I can do it. 
• I am keeping my fingers crossed and praying to the Lord above for a reason I can't yet say. 
• I need a vaca from the vaca to Disney. 

#119 Photo Dump (Disney Edition)

So, I know this is a lot of photos of my trip, but there are many more. I wanted to share my memories of the Happiest place on earth. I love this place even more as I grow older. I can't believe I had the great pleasure of working for the mouse. If you know me and my family, you know that we are disney people. This year I found it so much easier to roam the grounds 32 pounds lighter. Lets just hope I didn't totally screw up my weightless. Except for a few, most of my meals were the kids meals. I tracked everyday and earned lots of activity points. We walked an average of 20 thousand steps earning myself roughly 12/13 activity points a day. 

The Colorful Castle

This was in our room when we arrived. Those room cleaners
are just the most talented. 

These two made my day everyday. You can't help but have
a smile on your face when you see this. 

Taking a snack break. Turkey legs and Churros.
What more could you ask for?

The little birthday girl had to drive with her shades on.

Watching the custodian cast member draw Mickey Mouse
with only a broom stick and some water was amaze balls. 

The future part of Fantasyland. Belle's castle in the distance.

Try #1

Try #2 

Try #3

I leave you with good ole Walt.