groggy, gross and sore

Those 3 words pretty much described me until about an hour ago.. I have felt kind of yucky all day today and sore all over. I REALLY didn't want to work out because I haven't felt very good ..but I decided to exercise anyway and now I feel great.  My body isn't nearly as sore as it was and I'm not as tired either. 

I played the kinect and burned about 710 calories..I still want to get in a good 300+ more calories today so that I don't have to feel guilty over dinner tonight.  I want to drink a little, and do a few shots and I only have 250 calories remaining for the day so I better get my bum off the couch!!

Have a safe holiday everyone!!

One Day Too Late

While I was making dessert for my family's New Years Party I was listening to my ipod and a Skillet song came on that really hit me...

here are the lyrics:
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Today, I'm gonna try a little harder
Gonna make every minute last longer
Gonna learn to forgive and forget
'Cause we don't have long, gonna make the most of it

Today, I'm gonna love my enemies
Reach out to somebody who needs me
Make a change, make the world a better place
'Cause tomorrow could be one day too late
One day too late, one day too late
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This year I have fought with people over stupid things, wasted almost an entire year being lazy and not working out, not being the cleanest I could be, not being the best wife I could be..this song made me realize it so much more.  I don't want to die with enemies, or be known as a jerk.  One more fight could push my husband over the edge and make him leave, one more mean word to a friend could cause them to not talk to me ever again.  One more cookie could mean diabetes or other health problems..it just shows that little things really do shape your future. Even if it is just a day.

A few days ago I made a good choice, I changed just that one day and others soon followed.  I am down 3ish pounds from when I started making me 216.9 this morning :) no more 220's!! Day 4.. much easier than day one! I have found a great site www.myfitnesspal.com I have great motivating "friends" that watch what I eat and when I do/do not exercise and they praise me or scold me according to my behavior.  It was just what I needed.  My real friends and family just tell me "You don't need to lose weight, you are beautiful just the way you are" Yes I may have a cute face, but I want a hot body to match.  I don't understand why they can't get that.


well enough ramblings..I have to work out twice today because I was just informed we are having pizza and junk for dinner instead of sandwiches like I was hoping :( maybe I will bring a veggie tray and snack on those..yes good idea. but then that means I have to go to the store too..eek. Gotta run!

Low Cal Recipes

since technically I started being healthy a few days ago I am going to post dinner recipes from the last two dinners..why? So if anyone decides to actually read this blog they may find a tasty recipe and so I can make these dishes again.

Yesterday's Dinner
Spicy Pumpkin Soup
1 Can of purred pumpkin
4 cups of chicken or veggie broth
one can of Corn
1 cup of Salsa
A Can of rinsed black beans
and seasonings...I used red peppers, mrs. dash, and garlic salt.
Cook on stove or in crockpot :)
Approx 175 Calories for a cup :) 

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Ramen Noodle Stir Fry
Boil one package of chicken flavored Ramen noodles for about 2 minutes (until they are mostly done)
Drain water and add 1/2 package of seasoning
Cook 2 oz Chicken breast on stove in just a little bit of pam cooking spray
Add veggies, green beans, green peppers, carrots & mushrooms (LOTS!)
Fry again until veggies are cooked
Add Ramen noodles and let cook in the pan for a few more minutes until the noodles get a little crunchy.
Add Mrs. Dash or other seasonings if desired
Approx. 520 Calories for the whole thing.. (me and my hubby shared it :} )
*Beware this dish is higher in sodium..drink a lot of water!

2011 Resolutions

Since it is almost New Years Eve I decided that I would post my NYR for 2011 as my first post.

 I have a lot of changes that need to be made, 2010 was a good year, one of the best years I've ever had actually but I was just happy..I didn't really succeed at anything.  I am happily married to the love of my life, we have 3 "kids" One has 4 legs, one has wings and the other has fins.  No real babies yet..but it is a goal of mine.  I am overweight ..erm obese actually... it's hard for me to admit, but now that I have it's easier to change.  I have been working out and eating good the last 3 days.  My weight this morning was 219.something my goal is 140.

Well enough about me for now..Here are my Resolutions

1. I am only allowed fast food once a week (or less)
2. Try at least 3 new recipes a week.
3. Pay off the kinect & tv within the year.
4. Buy my parents a tv for their anniversary in June
5. Lose Weight!!
6. Don't procrastinate. (Turn in homework on time and edit photo shoots within 3 days of shooting)
7. Graduate with my associates degree by spring 2012
8. Get my business license and save information for taxes 2012
9. Be a better wife (cook, clean, and be nicer!!..pick my battles)
10. Workout at least 30 minutes every day...even if I am sick.

Sorry it's a lot of rambling..I will post more information about my goals later and share updates on how I plan on accomplishing these goals.