Looking in the mirror!!!!!

Have you ever wondered what God sees when he looks at you.  Wouldn't it be nice to every day have the same faith in ourselves that God has in us?  I had this rewarding opportunity today.  To look in the mirror and have that faith that says... YOU CAN DO THIS. I was faced with a "challenge" today... The puppet outreach team has worked so hard for the last month to bring together a black light show for our fall festival.  My role, was to work the sound.  That is it, no other responsibility this year!!!!  Our Outreach Director, Lisa, was diagnosed with the SWINE FLU on Friday.  UH OH!  Lisa is an amazing story teller and has a way of spreading the word of God in a powerful, direct and loving way.  She was responsible for bringing the scripture reading and narration of the story.  When I learned I would be taking her place, my immediate thought was WHATEVER!!!!  I'm sick and voice is already coming and going.  There is NO way! I can't do this.   Then I remembered, I have been praying for God to use me.  Put me in a position where I can show my love for Jesus.  What better way than to be in front of over 100 people on HALLOWEEN, not talking about ghost and goblins, but JESUS.  I came home from practice and prayed on Friday night, Lord take my words out and replace them with yours.   So, when I got up this morning, I had a renewed spirit and heart. I saw a LION in the mirror and not the scared little cat.  I am in no way bragging!  I am NO fool, I know that it was ONLY the grace of God that carried me through tonight.  My heart was beating out of my head at one point.  I mean if I said the wrong word and didn't give the team the right cue, the entire show could have gone south.  I never knew that the story of Noah's Ark was so detailed until tonight.  

Whew!!!!   Isn't it amazing that when we ask God to use us, he does.  How much more amazing is it when He gives us His power to accomplished it for his Glory.  Last night, I went to bed a scared cat and got up a LION.  All things are possible through Christ!  I love being able to not only ask for His help, but feel His help, power and most important LOVE!  Man, God is so GOOD!

I was very faithful with 2/3's of my journey.

•  Diet: (a+)
• Offered free Frito pies (my favorite), nachos, candy, and much more, I had a glass of water. YEA me!!!! Logan has a ton of candy and it is sitting in front of me right now. The good news, I do not want it! I look at it and see Stephanie saying, you eat it that is 20 more minutes of non-stop torture. With that said, there will be no candy for me this year.
• Walk w/ Jesus (a)
• Listening to his call and moving forward in service.
• Exercise (d)
• MMMM -- not much today! 

On a side note,  I talked to my step-son, Randy, last night and it looks like our little Aydin Grace will be here anytime.  I can not wait to meet this beautiful little addition to our family.  It will be one of the happiest days in my life.  Her daddy is already wrapped around her little finger and she isn't even here yet.  It is going to be so cool to watch him with her.  Risa will as well make a good mom.  What a sweet family they are creating.   I'm so proud of the man he has become.  I'm not sure what I did to deserve this family, but I thank God everyday.  If you guys are reading this -- love you both very much!

All in all I think it was an amazing day.  I am so eager to get back in the gym on Monday.  I hope that this cold will be gone and I can give 100% and have a great workout before my weigh in on Tuesday.  I've had comments from others about how silly it is to write a blog about this, know what I would say to them face to face.  I would say... "Thank you for your input, however, there are ONLY 2 opinions that matter to me, that would be God's and mine."   I will never be able to thank those of you who are playing a part in holding me accountable and showing your support and love towards my journey. 

Jesus is my ROCK,  My journey to becoming a ROCK star has everything to do with becoming a STAR for him.  Part of that journey is becoming healthy so that I can continue to serve HIM and others. 

I believe that TRUE joy comes from:

J           Jesus

O         Others

Y      Yourself

Jesus first, yourself last and others in between! 

Tata for now Mr. Blog - until tomorrow...

ARE YOU READY FOR THIS?

I will say... what a week.  As mentioned yesterday, I thought I was getting sick.  Well just turn the word thought into the word KNOW.  I KNOW I am sick!  I came in after work today and slept until time to go to outreach practice for our fall festival.  I thought, easy easy - we are ready and all I have to do is get sound/ music ready and the rest will be a piece of cake.   WRONG -- not only am I sick, so is our Outreach Director.  SWINE FLU!  I feel so bad, she wants to be with us so badly.  There is no way she will be able to come tomorrow night, she is the narrator.  From here, all we can do is pray and rely on God to (as he always does) bring us through so that we can reach people from His word and song.  What an amazing way to reach souls.  It is so funny how puppets and music can touch souls from 2 years of age all the way to 92 years. 

Ready or Not... the time is here - I will be saying a special prayer tonight, as in her absence, I will be narrating the story of Noah's Ark and scripture between the songs.  I am a little nervous as I have really big shoes to fill.   There might be a person on the brink of making a decision to walk with our Lord.  It might be that one scripture I read or the words that come after announcing a song, that touch him/her.  God, please grant me the word you would have me to bring forward so that I can reach people for You.  Allow me to be a vessel for Your work.

We have worked hard to get our music, timing, stories and show worthy to be presented in Jesus name! I am very excited to see it all come together tomorrow.  God always takes control.  I know tomorrow will be no different.  THANK YOU JESUS! 

 

Onto my journey to be a ROCK star.  I did not work out tonight due to not feeling well, I have no plans to be in a gym tomorrow either, as I really can't take the chance of getting worst before tomorrow night - I do pray that with God's love and care, I will be back in the gym by Monday.  I have stayed with the diet and can't wait to weigh on Tuesday. 

Tonight, I want to end with a prayer...  Lord Jesus, I am not worthy to bring forward your word.  Thank you for choosing me to be your servant.  I am excited and ready to be a vessel for Your work.  Be with all of the outreach team tomorrow so that we can bring a show that spreads the name of Jesus. When we start tomorrow, take my words away and put Your words in my mouth.  Dear Lord, be with Lisa and help to heal her so that she can come back to us and be strong.  I love you Lord and I humble myself before YOU and I thank you for the many amazing things you are doing in my life right now.  Jesus name,  AMEN.

Dancing in the Rain!!!

I am dancing in the rain today;  I woke up with an ugly head ache and sore throat this morning;  My first thought -- I can not get sick!!!  I can not get sick!!!  I'm in my "groove" and don't have time to stop and be sick.  I told myself it is just early morning ikkiness and once I get up and in the day - it will get better!   NOT!

It has been a long day; started my morning at the gym for cardio and weight lifting, Todd was able to go with me so he was there to spot me, I'm no where able to do that by myself yet.  ;) 

I Spent most of the day in Canton and then when the storms rolled in, I worked my way back towards good 'ole Gun Barrel. Made a few marketing stops and then headed home to be ready to meet with Stephanie at the gym.  Once I arrived at the gym, Stephanie took one look at me and said, "what's wrong?"  She could tell that I was not my normal self (what ever normal is) - we ONLY did 3/4 of my session as I honestly could not go anymore.  I left the gym MAD at myself and my body for being sick.  I do not want to lose the momentum.  I am happy that I went, as I debated on calling her and telling her I wasn't feeling well, but I went! 

Todd cooked dinner for us tonight!  It was very good.  I'm sure I don't have to tell you but it was another meal on the George!!!!  Most important -- I didn't have to cook it.  :)

As I close early tonight (sorry, the bed is calling my name), I want to leave you with one of my favorite songs, it has been on my heart all day and maybe someone else needs to read or sing the words.  

Bring the Rain - Mercy Me

I can count a million times

People asking me how I

Can praise You with all that I've gone through

The question just amazes me

Can circumstances possibly

Change who I forever am in You

Maybe since my life was changed

Long before these rainy days

It's never really ever crossed my mind

To turn my back on you, oh Lord

My only shelter from the storm

But instead I draw closer through these times

So I pray

Bring me joy, bring me peace

Bring the chance to be free

Bring me anything that brings You glory

And I know there'll be days

When this life brings me pain

But if that's what it takes to praise You

Jesus, bring the rain

I am Yours regardless of

The dark clouds that may loom above

Because You are much greater than my pain

You who made a way for me

By suffering Your destiny

So tell me what's a little rain

So I pray

Holy, holy, holy

Is the Lord God Almighty

PITSTOP

Well here we are...  today is the 14th day of my blog.  14 days out of the 90, I committed to.  Some nights, I think, "what have I done?  Other nights, I think, "I can't wait to write my blog."  Tonight is one of those I can't wait nights. 

I originally said I would work on 3 areas of my life.  So tonight we will take a closer look at each.  I guess I can say I am doing a PITSTOP on my journey.

My Walk with the Lord - I don't' think you ever get to a point, where you wake up and feel, I'm close enough, my relationship with Jesus is perfect!  I want to always have the hunger for Christ.  I pray that God will continue to use me in ways I could never imagine.  I have many things on my heart of what/how I can serve God.  Some of which will take me out of my comfort zone and some might be as simple as telling the girl at Wal-Mart that Jesus loves her.  I pray that God will continue to lay on my heart people and his work. 

Diet - I hate veggies!!!!!  I am doing really well on portion and my protein.  I only have certain types I can eat right now (all our GREEN).  How can green be my favorite color and the worst food color.   I'm just saying...  I purchased the George Foreman Grill and I will admit -- I am thinking, how did I cook without this.  I mean, I cooked pork chops in 7 minutes tonight.  The food scale has also become a VERY important part of my preparation.  I have learned that making the right decisions on my diet takes more time and work.  I think I finally have a system down and if you looked in my refrigerator you would think,  wow look at all the little baggies of food.  :)  It is so much easier to weigh and bag when I put groceries up.  It saves time when fixing lunches and dinner for the week.

Exercise- This has been such an eye opening experience. I thought, I will walk on treadmill, maybe ride the bike, a few machines and call it a session.  WoW, was I wrong.  Each session has been different.  Each session has left different pains.  My favorite saying through all of this would be, "Pain is WEAKNESS leaving my body."  During each session I have NOT enjoyed it.  After each session I feel an excitement that I completed it.  

A side note, of the 3 topics above, I know that the Diet and Exercise will never continue without my personal relationship with Jesus.  He is first in my life and there isn't a person alive that can comfort me through my storms and life like he can.  However,  I will never be able to tell you how much your words of encouragement have meant to me.  It is so funny how a silly little blog can hold me accountable and bring out encouragement the way this has done for me so far.  Much love to you all!

So for tonight, Mr. Blog, goodnight.  Until tomorrow... 

i BELIEVE

I am totally drained by tonight's episode of Biggest Loser.  There are NO tears left!  Abby is a true inspiration and a gift to everyone she comes in contact with.  We stopped by her watch party tonight on the way home from the gym (before I knew tonight was her last night on the ranch) and I was able to spend a few moments with her before everyone got there.   When she saw me she was the same 'ole Abby.  She hit the nail right on the head tonight on the show when she said, "I'm back".  She was so beautiful -but most important, she was full of life and HAPPY!  I can't explain how amazing it was to see her - she was the same 'ole Abby!   I am so encouraged / motivated by being able to spend just a few minutes with her.  Thank you Abby!!!!  I BELIEVE you when you said... "YOU CAN DO THIS".  MY DEAR ABBY - I CAN NOT WAIT TO SEE WHAT THE LORD HAS IN STORE FOR YOU.  I CAN NOT WAIT TO FOLLOW YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY!

Okay -- Journey to becoming a ROCK star time.   Tonight's workout with Stephanie was NOT fun.  We did free weights.  It is time to build those muscles, I will burn more fat when I get more muscle!  Really thought I might pass out at one point.  I know that I have to push through the pain, but wow why does it have to hurt so much. 

Once we got home from gym and seeing Abby, I used my George Foreman grill for the first time.  Chicken breast were made and they were soooooooooooooo good.  I created a beautiful salad with my chicken breast on top.  I used my Walden Farm Salad Dressing.  (good find)

So today, was a day to write down and remember.  Great workout, good food intake, and seeing an "old" remarkable friend.  Being able to spend a few minutes with her was just what the doctor orderd.  THANK YOU ABBY!

Oh and by the way --- 2nd weigh-in today
10
pounds GONE!!!!

My yesterday does NOT determine my tomorrow!

sorry today is a long post...

First let me say that I'm personally drained from this day.  It has been one of the best drained feeling I think I have ever had.  What a day.  It started at 7:00 as we pulled into the parking garage at the Ft. Worth Convention Center.  I don't' think any of us were prepared for what was in store for us today.    Summary at the bottom of the blog for those interested.

Although this was NOT a good "food" and "exercise" day for my journey - it was an ALL STAR day for the most important part of my journey, my relationship with Jesus.  I did not eat lunch (major no no) and did not work out!!!! However, I do not regret one thing about today. The integrity and values that were shared (not expected) through many of the speakers today had a common value.  THE ONLY WAY TO BE A SUCCESS (TRUE SUCCESS) IS TO CALL UPON THE NAME OF JESUS AS YOUR SAVIOR!  This was presented to 50,000 business men and women, who were there for a business motivation.  The seeds that were planted today were firmly planted.  With that said, being a part of something that big was outstanding.  So what if I didn't eat lunch or work out. 

I do have an appointment with Stephanie tomorrow before Logan's soccer game.  I can't wait.  I'm a little anxious as tomorrow is also weigh - in day with her.  Tuesday's at the gym!!!! This will ONLY be my 3rd session and I can't imagine what we are going to do as she said we would never do the same thing twice in a row.  Today was the first day my arms have not hurt.  :)  I bet they will tomorrow.  I'm a little nervous because my lower back is still very sore, and I don't know if I have pulled something or this is just normal wear and tear of muscles who have not seen the light of day in MANY MANY years.   I'll keep you posted!

 Upon arriving back in good 'ole GBC, I had dinner plans with 2 friends from high school.  It is so amazing to know that the bonds that were started over 24 years ago are still there.  I feel so blessed tonight by this "new" "old" friendship.  You don't realize how much you miss those people until God puts them back in your life.  

Mr. Blog, it has been such a LONG day!  I will say good night for now.  Until tomorrow...   (Get Motivated highlights below)

I could blog about this day for at least a month and not be able to touch on all that was discussed.  I would like to share a few of the highlights and how each touched me personally.

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  Dr. Robert Schuller opened our day and was so adorable, funny and serious (all wrapped in one package).  The main theme of his time with us was to cut the word IMPOSSIBLE out of our life.  Long story cut short ... He told the story of how his daughter had to have one of her legs removed.  She wanted to play softball as she always had and he was worried about her taking that step.  Her words to him.   "When you hit home runs, you don't have to run" - WOW! 
  
  
  
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  Rick Belluzzo, Legendary President of Microsoft, took the stage and demanded our attention.  He was not on the list of speakers I was excited to hear.  I was so wrong.  His message was right on target with what I needed to hear.  Theme:  HAVE THE COURAGE TO CHANGE!  The main thing I will take away from his talk with us is... "A good leader has to be hard headed and soft hearted!!
  
  
  

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  Collin Power is a true gentleman.  He has the most sincere demeanor.  He talked about how his grandson, who calls him Poppy, never emails him anymore.  When he questioned his grandson, he learned that email is no longer cool.  It is all about texting and Tweeting.  Oh! and don't forget Facebook!  It was awesome to hear from such a LEADER.  I have several take-aways from his time.
  
  
  
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  You know you are a good leader, when they will follow you, even if just for curiosity.
  
  
  
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  Tamara Lowe, who?  I had never heard this name before receiving my ticket for this conference.  Together, with her husband she started "Get Motivated" over 25 years ago.  She was by far the most inspiring to me.  Just a few nuggets I gained from her.
  
  
  
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  There are ONLY 2 opinions that matter -- God's and yours!
  
  
  
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  George W. Bush, in awe of him.  He has such a "nice" way of dealing with people.  I was very impressed by his entrance and exit.  He did not hide behind security, he was right there with the people, shaking hands and hugging those with in reach.  He talked about moving from the White House and learning how to pick up Barney Poo.  He spoke of what it really means to have honor.  How great it is to be an American and the BEST quote I can give from him... "I know that you can spend your money better than the current government!"  As silly as this sounds, I was really moved by seeing /hearing him.  I looked at my husband at one point and said, how embarrassing that I have tears rolling down my face.
  
  
  

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  Terry Bradwhaw was by far the most outrageous.  Did you know he has a organization called PIGS FOR JESUS????  He started by telling us he was a Christian first and foremost.  He raises pigs for the purpose of helping to feed the hungry.  He said the single most important thing we can put on each morning is a SMILE.  The next piece of advise he gave was to keep it simple!  He was a very entertaining speaker.  **On a side note - I NEVER REALIZED HOW BIG HIS HANDS WERE... :)
  
  
  

**** This list could go on; but these are just a few of the highlights I wanted to share**** If you ever have an opportunity to attend a Get Motivated Seminar ~~  GO - you will not regret it!

Journey to the Cross and Beyond...

Sunday... My favorite day of the week.  No, not because the gym is closed.  :) Although, I didn't know if I would be able to get out of bed by myself this morning, I knew this was still to be an amazing day! 

As I sat before our Sunday School class this morning, I couldn't help but feel such a blessing! The part that God has allowed us to play in their lives, sometimes overwhelmes me. He has entrusted Todd and I to lead an age where major decisions are being made. I know that between the age of 18 and 30, my life was a roller coaster. The bad decisions usually overlapped every good decision. I know with every fiber of my body, that God has called us to this classroom and with a heavy heart, I felt a rush of responsibility, love and dedication.  I knew my emotions were all over the place when tears flooded my eyes during our opening song during service, Blessed Assurance.  This song is one of my favorites, and it always brings me to a place of true worship. I know that I can have true worship without music, but this song touches me.

This is my story, this is my song,

praising my Savior all the day long;

this is my story, this is my song,

praising my Savior all the day long.

The sermon today was in the book of John and was all about a "Greater Love".  We can not love our Lord, without loving others!  Whew, does that mean everyone?  Does that mean I have to love those that use me, talk about me, and even harm me? 

 

In John 15:  9 As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. 10 If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father's commands and remain in his love. 11 I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. 12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. 14 You are my friends if you do what I command. 15 I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master's business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you. 16 You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. 17 This is my command: Love each other.

 

Two key points that shouted my name, during this service. #1 (verse 14) You are my friend, if you do what I command.  Jesus said I am a friend, if I do as he commands.  What did he command?  To love!!!  #2 (verse 17)  It does not say Love each other if you like them.  It doesn't say love those that love you.  IT SAYS LOVE EACH OTHER ~~ no exceptions!!!  Wow - that is powerful if you stop and meditate on that passage.

Todd and I were given an opportunity to attend a conference in Ft. Worth, Tx tomorrow with two of our best friends. We are attending the "Get Motivated" seminar with a dynamic speaker list. (more on this tomorrow).  On our drive into Ft. Worth today God shared a beautiful sky with us. (picture to the right) It reminded me of his awesome power. I know that once I turn it over to Him, I can let go and allow him to take over. If I know this, why is it so hard to let go and let HIM?  When you have that answer, I'm all ears!  

Church, fun drive to Ft. Worth with friends, dinner at IHOP (not a good choice for good food decisions); short workout at the gym and now blogging, the day is complete. 

Last thought of the evening...  I am so eager to get back into the gym on Tuesday with Stephanie, not excited or looking forward to the "work" but eager to continue.  This is so much harder than I thought it would be.  With that being said, how hard was it for God to send his ONLY begotten son to save us from our SIN?  How hard was it for JESUS to be nailed to the cross? 

Ta ta for now, Mr. Blog.  Until tomorrow...

 

Refreshment Station - Bent, but not BROKEN!

What a day!  It started as I left the house at 7:45 to meet with Stephanie at the gym.  I'm not real sure at what point, I bent - but I did!!!  As I started my workout, I could feel the muscles began to stretch, or should I say RIP and the sweat began to pour.   I warmed up on the treadmill and then moved on to one on one time with Stephanie.  We completed lunges, side walks,  leg presses, free weights, stretches, and a few of the weight machines.  At one point, I thought (sorry, just being honest) about walking out and never looking back.  I guess I never thought about how hard this was truly going to be.  Why did I think I could do this (I know same feelings I had on Thursday).  As we came to a close, she told me to finish up with the treadmill.  At this point, I thought to myself, I'm done -- I'm finished - I can't push through this time.  You could take my clothes and pony tail and twist enough water out to over flow a horse trough.  Not only was there a major sweat issue, every fiber of my body was hurting and my heart was pounding from my head... How was I going to finish the walk on the treadmill?   Stephanie set it and left to teach her class.  So there I was the ONLY one in the room to see what I did (except for God).  I began to cry (how silly).  I knew that I needed to push through the pain, I knew that I needed to do as she told me.   I'm so mad at myself, I did not finish the entire time she set.  I stopped 2 minutes shy of what she had programmed.   I got my water bottle, towel, and keys and left. 

I got in the car and called Todd to made sure Logan was getting ready for soccer. The more I thought about my workout, I bean to cry again and thought to myself - you are broken - you did NOT finish.  You are a quitter!!!  I hate the word quit!  So here I am driving down the road trying to pull myself together and mad at myself and ashamed that I did not finish the course set before me. 

As I pulled into my neighborhood, a saying (Thank you Jesus) came into my head - My child, you are not BROKEN, just bent.  You are a fighter and this is just Round 1.  It is OK to show my pain.  It is even OK to be scared and to show fear.  It is not OK to forget who my savior is.  It is not OK to allow myself to give up on the possibilities ahead.  It is not OK to NOT finish the journey I am on.  A very good friend, thanks Tonya, posted something on her facebook today and I really needed to see. "Impossible is not a word, it's just a reason for someone not to try!"  For I know all things are possible!

I have so much more to say about this day... but I think I will end with...  Thank you Jesus, for allowing me to fall so that you could once again show your power in my life.  Thank you for showing me that I can do all things through you.    It is through your power and your Spirit that will carry me through this journey.  I give you all the Glory both in my failures and my strength.  In Jesus Name,  Amen

Exercise... The Poor Girl's Plastic Surgery!!!!

I think I have come to the conclusion, it is a fact...  Exercise /Diet is the Poor Man's Plastic Surgery.   Was still very sore this morning and decided that while Mr. Hot was helpful last night, this was going to be hard.  I'm ONLY a week into the exercise part and IT IS SO HARD.  Not just with the pain, but the TIME that it consumes.  I mean I chose the name GoGo (for my first g'baby to call me) for a reason.  I was already on the GoGo before my bright decision to join the gym and commit to going 4/5 days a week.  Between my responsibilities at work, church, and home I'm a busy girl and I put something else in the picture.   WHAT WAS I THINKING!!!  Oh, that is right -- it is time to get HEALTHY!  What better gift could I give to my little guy. 

I'm sure you are all saying... What about the weigh in.  I had my 2nd meeting with the nutritionist today and my first weigh in.  3 pounds!!!!  I was happy with the amount.  The ONLY thing I did outside of exercise was  omitting sweets/cokes.   That will not be the case this week.  Very strict "boot-camp" as Sally put it.  This week, I will be eating a great deal of chicken, eggs, and very little of anything else.  I have a list of 13 to 15 different protein's to choose from.  8 Veggies (which none would be a choice of mine) and a few fruits.  So I guess what I'm saying is -- it will be a LONG week!  :)  I will stand by her directions; I will continue to do what she has put before me. 

Stephanie is testing my dedication as I have to meet her at the gym tomorrow morning (8:00 am) - WHAT.... That is my ONLY morning to have time at home.  Not tomorrow, I will be at that gym (awaiting my torture).  I am expecting the worst, as Tuesday was the worst --- I am still recovering!!!    I am very proud of this week;  I have been in the gym 4 out of the last 5 days.  It has been a "wild" journey.... one I'm excited to continue.  

Well before I say g'night.  I would really like to have a few moments to "brag" on my little guy.  He comes home today and says mom, I have a praise!  I questioned him a little more and he tells me that he told his friend, Clayton, about Jesus.  He said mom he didn't know how to go to Heaven -- so I told him.  Then we said the prayer.  You know the one where you tell how you believe in Jesus and that he died on the cross and rose from the grave.  You know mom it was awesome.  We talked for a while longer.  The more I talked with him, the more confirmation I received, I have a very special little guy!  I am so proud of the person Logan is becoming - most important to me is that he grows into a "man of God"  It is also a lesson for all of us...

On that note....  Mr. Blog, good night....  Until tomorrow!

My night with Mr. Hot!!!!

What a GREAT day.  Spent the day marketing in Corsicana.  Cause you know right now there is business on every street.  hahahahahah  Sorry, I was delusional there for a moment.  I have such a GREAT team that is it awesome being able to be out in the field and not worry about the office.  (enough about work --- we all think about that tooooooo much anyway...)

Received a call from Lolo's soccer coach that practice had been cancelled due to the rain -- YEA!  That meant I could head to the gym early today.   Stephanie and I were not scheduled to do a session today so, she ask Sheila to take me through the circuit training.  At first, I thought wooo the hooooo I got this.   WHATEVER, I don't think I realized that the circuit was nothing but strength training.  We started on machine 1 and ended on 14 - 15 reps each --- I told Todd that I didn't know I had muscles here or there.  This is where Mr. Hot comes in.  I have decided instead of thinking about how bad it hurts; I will just think of each night with Mr. Hot.

I am so excited about tomorrow; it is my first weigh in, and food talk with the nutritionist.  I am not expecting a huge loss since my diet really wasn't very different - just cut out sugars and cut back on intake.  That really is 1/2 the battle.  I am however looking forward to learning more about the way certain foods work together to help promote a faster/healthy metabolism.   Putting the diet with the workouts should  speed up loss and my health!!!  

I was happily surprised tonight when a good friend called and said - don't cook; I'm bringing dinner;  She brought everything!!!  Not only did she come to my house and cook us dinner, she substituted flour tortillas to corn and fat-free cheese.  Everything was within reason and delicious.  **Except she forgot the blue bell.  :)  It is so nice to have friends who are willing to go through this journey with me!

Well my dear friends... I can't WAIT to blog tomorrow night.  Again - I thank you for taking the time to read my rambles... I am so happy to have an outlet for all my "thoughts" and "words".  As I'm sure you are learning -- I have many.

So Mr. Blog, tata for now!  Until tomorrow...