Little did I know

Little did I know my life would change in 2012... I had a lot of goals, which quickly fell apart and did not become a priority.

On a happy note, I was engaged on March 10, 2012.. Greatest day ever besides giving birth to my sweet girl Isabella. I was overjoyed and we quickly decided to plan on a wedding. I choose December because I love that time of year but was quickly slowed down because if I wanted my ideal wedding it would cost money and we needed time to pull this together. We choose March 23, 2013 and things are slowly be put into place...


So my purpose of my blog is going to change. I am going to use this as a place to record my weight lost journey. I am excited and ready to do this for real and the right way.. No more half ass attempts.. This is  it my final chance to get myself healthy and ready for my new married life....

On August 28, 2007 weighing in at 287lbs (size 24) I had the lap band procedure done. The pants I wore to the hospital are still hanging in my closet to remind me that I once weighed in at 309lbs (size 28) my heaviest weight ever.  Through the 5 years of lap band hell my weight was all over the place with my lowest weight hitting 163lbs (size 10)....I was think and very sick suffering extreme malnutrition from bulimia. My doctors emptied my band and but me into treatment. I quickly gained over 100lbs bringing my weight back to around 268 lbs. I decided that something needed to be done and made an appointment with my doctor, along with seeing a nutritionist and going to the gym.

On June 15th I walked into my Dr's office weighing in at 267 lbs.... We decided that I was going to have the gastric sleeve to help me with my weight issue along with removing my lapband. My insurance finally approved the procedure and I am scheduled for surgery on Thursday, August 15th. I am excited and scared but I know that I am ready to do this, the right way of course...

Dr's appointment- Friday, August 10th.. 260.1- Ready for surgery.. Scared but I know this is my time to shine. Started protein sparing fast diet... Not too great but I know I need to make these changes..

Saturday August 11th- Day #2 Protein Sparing Diet (weight 258).. Who knew the multi-vitamins would be the highlight of my day....

Be Thankful

Today as I drove into work I saw a billboard posted with the words, "BE THANKFUL".

Without a doubt I am thankful for my life and proud of what I have accomplished. I am most thankful for:

1. Jeff- He is my rock, my best friend and love of my life. I couldn't imagine my life without him.
2. Bella, my daughter- She inspires me to be the person I am. Her kind heart and innocence makes me believe in the good of people.
3. My Education- Through numerous years of school and degrees I love learning and the commitment of being a life long learner. Being in the field of education is rewarding and exciting and I couldn't imagine myself doing anything else.

As I move into the year I want to remember these two words and always be thankful for what I have and not what I want. I know I can always be prettier, skinner, smarter or richer but being grateful for what I have is what matters most even more than the best bag or pair of shoes.

End of Vacation

Even though today is the end of my vacation and I go back to work tomorrow I am quite pleased with how much I accomplished during my break. The office/exercise/sports room is completely done with everything hung awaiting for our M.Vick autograph to arrive back from the framer.  My craft area is organized and ready for me to tackle some "pinterest projects". I made good on my goal of working towards a healthier me by eating more vegetables and facing the SCALE...... I know what I need to do to accomplish my goal weight. The exercise jar is awaiting to be stuffed with dollars and my bike is calling my name even though I don't think I will get there tonight.
Here is my pinterest project of the day

This will help me accomplish my goal of telling Jeff (365 reasons) why I love him.

A NEW YEAR a NEW ME!!!

I have always wanted to blog but never thought that I had anything interesting to say that people would care to read about. In following others blogs I was quick to realize that I did have some pretty good ideas and concepts that people may enjoy hearing about; so this year I decided to make a new year's resolution to blog about 2012 and make it the best year ever!!

In 2012 I promise to.....

1. Lose the weight in a healthy manner and maintain a healthier lifestyle. I will eat more vegetables and limit my consumption of sugary snacks.
2. Exercise at least three times a week by spinning and eventually taking up outdoor cycling when the weather gets better.
3. Blog at least three times a week sharing things that I did in my classroom, pinterest ideas that I execute and recipes that are both healthy and yummy.
4. Create a budget, tackle more debt and improve my financial status so that Jeff can finally buy me that DIAMOND!!!
4. Finally I wil take care of the experience and DO WHAT GIGI wants by taking better care of myself and putting my needs first.