Starting Over

It's a new week and a new month, and I need an attitude adjustment towards my health.

Normally, I am VERY strict about exercise. And since October, I have been relatively strict about eating small portions, and making healthy food choices.

I cheat weekly on my "diet" but I never cheat on my exercise. Me and exercise, we are bff's.

But this past week, something changed. I just didn't want to exercise. We were busy, and instead of planning out my gym time, it ended up being the last thing on my to-do-list. So I ended up skipping the gym on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Then when I finally went on Sunday morning, all I did was walk on the treadmill. And if you know me, then you know I don't consider walking an exercise at all. It's an activity, not exercise, at least in my mind. Exercise to me is when you sweat like crazy, push yourself to your absolute limits, and feel sore the next day. Sounds fun, huh?

SO today, I am going to eat well and show no mercy in my kickboxing class tonight. Because it's not even about the physical feel-good effects exercise has, its the mental health makeover it brings that really keeps me coming back for more.

(But at least you can have a healthy and active life while you're still alive!!)

Hi Lo: January 29th

HI's:

1) We went to a local children's musical group on Saturday, and both John-Paul and Eamon volunteered for and got called up on the stage. They were turned into an alien and an astronaut, respectively. I'm so proud that they are not too shy to do things like this!

J-P is in the purple wig

Eamon always stands like this, with both hands behind his back :)

2) Phil became a Knight of Columbus. He was inducted in a super secret ceremony on Tuesday night. I think they have to make everything top-secret just to get men to be interested!

That's Phil, second from the right....yes, even with his new beard, he is still probably one of the youngest Knights at 29 years old!

3) On Wednesday, I brought all the kids in for a haircut. I have always cut the boys hair myself, but I was feeling tired and wanted to watch a professional do it. They were so good in the salon, after they realized that it wasn't a place just for girls (eeeww, gross!). One of the hairdressers even cut a few bangs for Maggie for free. I always said I wouldn't cut her hair, but it was always in her face. I'm even thinking about giving her a bob until it grows in thicker. What do you think?

4) John-Paul is taking his first Tae Kwon Do class tonight. We decided to give him lessons for his (upcoming) birthday present. He is beyond excited!

5) Old Navy is having a sale this week on their khaki's. And I heart their Women's Perfect Khaki's to wear to work. They are comfy and flattering and come in so many colors. I love them so much, I have even bought them at full-price in the past (which is not like me) but this week they are only $17. Gotta love a bargain :)
6) The biggest news of all is that we had an appraisal done on the house, and everything is falling into place, and we just got approved for the loan. Woot-woot! We should be closing on our very first house next month!

LO's:

1) We have been very busy this week with meetings and new schedules, so not enough family time for sure.

2) Phil had to call in sick from work yesterday because we had nobody to watch Maggie. This is something I really hate about being a working mom ~ all the juggling around with the kids, and worrying about who can babysit. I'll be thankful when they are all in school, or when we get rich enough so that I can stop working :)

What were your highs and lows this week?

Come visit!

I'll be going to the Boston Catholic Women's Conference next month. Who wants to come along? You can even sleep at my house :)

2010 Women's Conference
The Women's Conference will be on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston (snow date is 3/6/10). It will be from 9am - 5:30pm and will feature as speakers Patti Mansfield, Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle, Leah Darrow, and Sr. Olga of the Eucharist.

The BCWC will also include confession, adoration, Mass with Cardinal Sean O'Malley, and a great opportunity to gather with other Catholic women of faith. Tickets will be $20 ($30 including lunch). Click here to order tickets.

Click here to read about the speakers.

GIVEAWAY!!!

It's my First Giveaway!!

Here's what you can win:


1) A Saintly Softie from this etsy shop. Click on the link and look through these wonderful little dolls, and tell me which one you would like! Here's Saint Margaret and Saint Anthony of Padua as examples.

AND

2) This fantastic and adorable apron from Feather Your Nest. Her husband has recently passed away, and she is selling her items for 25% off. I am loving the fact that I can help her out just a little bit by doing this giveaway :)

AND

3) Last but not least, a $10 gift card to Dunkin Donuts, because I am slightly addicted to their coffee (light with 2 splendas...thank you!) If you don't have a DD's near you, I will substitute a $10 gift card to a store of your choosing :)

OK, so to win, all I need you to do is:

1) Leave me a comment (and tell me which Saintly Softie you would like).

2) If you post about this giveaway on your blog, you can leave me another comment with the link, and you will be entered a second time.

The giveaway will be open until 11:59 pm on February 13, 2010 so that the I can announce the winner on Valentine's Day :)

Monday Mayhem

I have 100 followers!! WOW! Because of that, and my 2 year blogaversary coming up on Friday, I will be having a GIVEAWAY. My first ever! Stay tuned :)

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I had some bizarre dreams last night. The first was that someone broke into my friend, Jess's house, and she escaped down the secret slide behind her bed. Cuz, you know, everyone has a secret escape route ;) I woke up and made Phil go check the house to make sure nobody was there. I am such a scaredy cat! When I fell back asleep, I dreamed that Phil was filming a movie, and he came home on a break, and I asked him if he had any love scenes. He said he did, but they hadn't filmed them yet because the actress was only 16, and her dad had to be on set. I was so mad and sad that my hubby was going to be kissing a 16 year old. I don't know how Hollywood couples do it! I guess that's why they never last. Note to self: Never eat three helpings of taco salad at night!

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Laura has some exciting news over at her blog, check it out!

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Click on this link to send an email to your local representatives telling them you oppose the pro-abortion health care legislation. Just scroll down to the bottom of the page that comes up and fill out your information. Save the babies!!

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Alright, I think that's all the random thoughts that are floating around inside this crazy head of mine. As Maggie would say "I'm not crazy...I'm cuckoo!"

Happy Monday Everyone!!

Hi Lo: January 22nd

HI's:

1) Scott Brown WON!!!!!!

2) We got a great interest rate on our mortgage! Today we are having the appraisal done, so we're very excited everything seems to be falling into place. The closing date is set for February 26th!

3) Got to go on a random date with Phil when a coupon for a free appetizer at one of our favorite restaurants showed up in my email. Love it when that happens!

LO's:

1) We may have to exchange Maggie in for a 3 year old. She is killing me with her 2 year old temper tantrums lately. Girls are so much more DRAMA!!

(Don't be fooled by that sweet face!)

What are your ups and downs this week?