Every once in a while I will sit down in front of the TV and gorge myself on documentaries. The other day I watched My 600lb Life on TLC. I watched the end of Donald’s story, Ashley’s story and Melissa’s story. Melissa’s story really touched something in me: a young married woman wanting children and a new … Continue reading
We believe that kicking ass is best done in pretty shoes. We’ve learned that real women sweat, and sweat hard. We know that assertiveness, strength, and ambition are the ultimate feminine qualities. We concede that sometimes it takes hours to get ready, but we’re also no strangers to just rolling out of bed and going. … Continue reading
Every year my brother has a big pig roast on Labor Day where all proceeds go to My House. My House is a non-profit organization that provides transitional housing and a home-like living environment for babies who are ready to leave the hospital but are homeless and have nowhere to go. The technical description of what … Continue reading
I contemplated not going to Weight Watchers yesterday.I knew I’d weigh heavy from the weekend. I knew it’d disappoint me. I knew I’d be upset. And I did. And I was. I sat down next to my dad totally bummed and mad myself. “All that hard work down the drain because you can’t keep your … Continue reading
I’m trying so desperately to get back into the groove of running. So far – running 1 me 0. I ran once this week. Which is more than last week. I’m hoping that with the temps cooling down I’ll be more inclined to actually go for a run. I’m going to be screwed in November … Continue reading
Now that I have your attention I’d like to share my thoughts on sports bras. SockPuppet asked so I’m answering! Sports bras are so important for my fellow big busted ladies. I once wore three sports bras when going for a run to avoid the inevitable bounce. I avoided all high impact exercise (I’m talking … Continue reading
Wow! I finally did some before and after’s and I’m just kind of shocked, honestly. I mean, I know I’ve lost weight. I know I’ve lost about 125lbs, but to see side by side comparison’s is honestly – mind blowing. Talk about exciting! I am even more pumped to get this last 25lbs off of … Continue reading
I’m in the process of organizing and getting more serious about my site here – so get ready for two pretty big, exciting things! 1. I’m adding a recipes section to my site. I am such a foodie and find cooking so cathartic that I spend hours in the kitchen every day…by choice. I thought … Continue reading
The exercise storm that is. Kevin is also getting back to the fitness which is immensely helpful for me. In fact, this week we’ve started the infamous Jillian Michaels – 30 Day Shred. Dun dun dun…. The funny store behind it is that I bought it maybe 5 years ago. Well, I can recall doing … Continue reading
I feel like I can make it…the storm is over now. I gained 4.8lbs in my 6 week hiatus. I am happy as a clam about it too. 100% okay with this. Additionally, my last official Weigh In at WW was in the morning before breakfast/any intake, in workout clothes and on a Friday (after … Continue reading
Damn girl, that's a lot of fattitude 