Weekly Update!

Just a few comments to update my viewers. We weighed in again today, and Miah lost another 3.4 pounds....for a grand total of 27 pounds. Yipee, amazing, WOW!!
The next issue is the nasty picture that I put on my blog. I kind of regret even giving it "air time". I think I am going to delete it after today, because it's nothing I want on there forever. I just thought people should still be aware of the nastiness that is still in some people's hearts. My friend, Laurie, brought up a good point....Now imagine that if the only Presidents we have ever had were all black. Then all of a sudden, a white guy was running. You better believe that would catch our attention. We would be inclined to see what he has to say and what his views are. So maybe the idea of saying that we shouldn't vote for someobody just because they share our same skin color is easy for us to say, because we have always had someone in the White House who looked just like us. Please don't be quick to say, "no thats not true." As christians we should remember that there is one race, the human race! Amen!

Miah Piah For Fiah!!

BEFORE AFTER
About 10 weeks ago, Miah and I joined Weight Watchers. I was so nervous about taking her. My ultimate fear was that she would have to say that I have been on diets since I was 10 years old. I also didn't want her to ever think that my love for her was conditional. Charles and I were however, concerned about her health. When I told her about the WW program she seemed eager to try it. She has consistently lost weight each and every week. The Friday morning class that we attend treats her like a super star! They are all so proud of her, and actually have said that she is their inspiration. She has learned what she can eat, and how to work the program for herself. She plans for special occasions, and puts me to shame with her willpower. She has lost 23.6 pounds and counting. It's been great to see her confidence soar. Miah keeps me going. Usually by now I have quit WW. But I know that my little girls health is dependent on me. That can feel heavy sometimes, but what about being a mom isn't? She has about 15 more lbs. to get to her goal weight. I have about ____ more lbs. to get to mine! LOL!

Tough Decisions

Madi has been on the "Lil Rebels" softball team for a long time. We made the decision as a family that it was time for her to maybe go in a different direction. As of last night she has quit the team. I know that she is going through a lot. Some of her teammates are saying to her that she is being selfish, and only thinking about herself. I know this makes her sad, because that was not her intentions. There were some miscommunications between us and the coach. I get so tired of the "drama" that is involved with softball. It's been going on since before I played, and I am sure it will continue to go on. Bottom line, she is a great player, and I don't want anyone to take her love for the game away. If anyone has some supportive comments for her, I am sure she would appreciate them.

What changes are YOU making?

With the economy at an all time low, I find myself brainstorming ways that I can cut our monthly expenses. Everytime I turn on the TV, I see another professional giving their tips. But sometimes, they just seem to far "out there" somehow. So I was just wondering what practical advise my blogger friends had to offer. Shannon make sure to tell Beckie to read this blog and comment. I have a feeling she might have an idea or two!

BLOG CONFUSION?

I know that many of my blog entries are not that exciting. They are not changing the world or anything like that. Those of you who blog, know first hand, that comments put a smile on your face. I am full of smiles after my last blog entry. I mean, I have written things about racism, religion, politics, and sure I get a few comments....But now, I write about Fiber Ones bars, and 13 comments...Count em' people 13! Thanks Laurie, for the simple fact that these yummy bars make you regular. It has meant many comments for me. Maybe, y'all are just full of it! LOL!

Fiber One Bars!

A certain friend of mine, who will remain nameless, was thanking me today for introducing her to the delicious, and oh so nutricious, Fiber One Bars! First of all we both agree that they are yummy! But, Laurie, (oops wasn't suppose to say her name. Lol!) says that she is very excited because she is now pooping at least twice a day. I told her thanks for sharing and that maybe I would write about it on my blog. She said, go ahead, no shame, in my game! So hear I am, telling yall. Ha! They really are worth trying. I love them for a snack that I can carry in my purse, and pull out when I need that little something! Love ya Laurie, and your regular bowels!!!

Our New Purchase!

We made a new purchase! With gas prices as crazy as they are, it might seem a bit crazy, I know. However, we have been driving an Expedition, so we are used to it. Our Expedition is a 2000 and getting up in miles. The girls are excited about it, because the middle row has captains chairs. So now, they don't have to touch!!! Yipee!!!! For right now, my hubby is going to drive it the most, becasue my kids are slobs, and we don't need them dirtying up the new car. Well, it's not new, but new to us. It's a 2004. We look forward to many happy road trips!