More Than Disappointing

It has been six full weeks since I started my summer goal. My goal was to start my P90X workout program this summer, AND finish it.

Along the way, during these 90 days, I was hoping that maybe I'd lose the extra 4-5 pounds I've gained recently, to have my clothes fit better and to maybe look a little better in summer wear. Is that so much to ask? Here's my dilemma...Not only have I not lost the extra 4-5 pounds...I've gained about 4-5. My clothes do NOT fit any better, and I really don't look any better in anything summer-ish. I figure that I spend about 8 hours a week working out. That's a full work day just spent sweating! While I love my workouts, I am more than disappointed in the progress (or no progress) that I've made.

I know that I haven't been eating THAT bad. And I'm also not looking for the "you've gained muscle" excuse to explain this huge disappointment. I do a wide variety of activities such as core strength, cardio, arm & leg weight training, yoga, ab work, karate and my own added running, walking & volleyball.

So, let's explore my options...

1. I can stop doing P90X and NOT complete my summer goal.
2. I can continue with my goal and stick out the next 6 weeks and hope for a miracle turn-around in my progress.
3. I can change my goal completely and replace my workout with something new.
4. I can choose not to wear summer attire and bypass that problem.
5. I could try to drastically change my diet...but that's not the best option, I can tell you right now.
6. Secret option #6 that has yet to be suggested by a wonderful friend.
   

You can vote in the poll.

Happy Birthday To Me...

Hey everyone! I'm one year old today! Just think...a year ago today...almost at this time, I was born! I think that it was about this time (4:10) last year when mommy started pushing me out. I didn't want to leave, but she made me come out. I do like it out here (and so does mommy). I am learning all kinds of cool things. I don't have the knack of walking yet, but I do sign "more" and "please" so that I can tell mommy and daddy when I want something. I am also doing a little thing that mommy calls "scrunchie-face." Here, I'll show you a picture...That's me this morning. I'm really excited for my birthday party tomorrow. Mommy gave me a sneak peak (taste) at my delicious cupcakes. I can't wait to dive into it tomorrow! I'll be sure to show you all pictures after and to tell you all about it. Here is one final picture before I go...

Just Rain Already

If it is going to be gloomy and humid...just rain already! The clouds are teasing us...I don't know if we are going to get any rain. Maybe I'll try my rain dance. We'll see if that works.

Bye-Bye Ba Ba

Yesterday Jack had to say bye-bye to his ba ba (bottle). We are now strictly on sipee cups! Yea! I have a tote full of bottles, nipples, a bottle drying rack, binkies, chew toys, formula to-go containers, etc...One more tote that I need to find a place for, however, I am happy to have both Jackson and Joslynn in this next stage together. Joslynn is already in a big bed. Now, the next big one...potty training.

Yes, I can!

A Friends Music Quiz



Score: 92% (11 out of 12)

Andrea, I just Googled it instead of using the link...I got the "Smelly Cat" lyric one wrong...I've never heard that verse before...We should really get together to watch some episodes and play from 'Friends' trivia.

I LOVE Blueberry Pancakes!

Mommy, I just wanted to let you know....I LOVE your blueberry pancakes! They are so yummy...(and really fun to get messy in.)

Soft Water Inquiry

We are looking into getting a water softner. We've been trying to tough it out thinking that maybe we can get by with the nasty, hard city water until we move, but we are thinking that having soft water could really help out the itchy twins and their terrible skin issues. Here are the questions that I have for those of you who may have a softner or know someone who does...

1. Brand names? Recommendations?
2. Cost?
3. Did you buy one or rent one?
4. Where did you buy/rent it from?
   
5. Do you also have a filter on top of the water softner?
6. Did you notice a difference?

If you have any input you feel would be beneficial you can comment or email. I appreciate any help.