It's my Birthday...

And I'll cry if I want to. Actually there will be no crying today. It is a great day.

I was a little worried that I would be depressed...turning 30 and all, but I am not. I still feel 20, and I have always heard, 'YOU ARE AS OLD AS YOU FEEL'! So, I guess in that aspect, I am still 20.

Still being 20 and all in my head does not mean that my body still feels the same way. I have decided that I am am taking a new healthy look on life. I am going to eat better and exercise more. Besides wanting to lose weight, I have to lose weight. We are going to Chile for New Years...and I can not be the "TYPICAL FAT AMERICAN". Another reason for having to lose weight is my husband is running for congress, and I refuse to be the "Typical Fat stay at home wife/mother."

So, starting today, I am making new lifestyle changes.
1)More organic foods
2)Cooking nearly every night (meaning 5 day/week, and not just heating up leftover or using frozen meals)
3)Exercise at least 5 days/week
4) 5 walks with Hannah and Will/week
5)Trying to talk my husband into some of these changes as well. (now this is going to be a hard one)

It is Sunday...

And as usual I went to my Gran's. On my way there, I decided that I am going to start praying more. I know that I need to. I also decided that I am going to start full throttle on the "Maker's Diet". I have kind of started eating that way a few weeks ago, but now I have decided to buckle down and really do it. I am hoping in the process that I also get a better spiritual life.

So, that is that. Tomorrow is the big day!!!

Sangria and alone time

My husband and I will be spending a weekend alone for the first time since our honeymoon. We have always celebrated our birthdays (we are 10 days apart) the weekend between them. This year, we have decided to stay home and do nothing. OK, so when you are a mom of 5 you are never EVER doing nothing. But this weekend, I am trying my best to do bare minimum. I am going to make some Sangria. P and I both LOVE it. I never had red sangria until our last trip to Disney World...man is it good! I came home and looked up the recipe in our Spanish cookbook.

Damn Good Sangria:
1 bottle of dry red wine (we used shiraz)
1 orange sliced
1 lemon sliced
1 lime sliced
1 peach peeled, pitted and sliced
about a cup of strawberried sliced (measure, then slice)
1/4 c orange juice
1/2c sugar
1 c. club soda

Put everything except the club soda and strawberries in a big pitcher. Refrigerate over night.
Right before serving, add strawberries and soda.

Flagging those who oppose "Obamacare"

http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/Facts-Are-Stubborn-Things/

These rumors often travel just below the surface via chain emails or through casual conversation.

Mr. and/or Ms. Flaggers,
I am reporting myself. I oppose this health care plan. I do not think that a government run health care plan is what is best for our country. I have had "Casual Conversations" about this health care bill.

So, there you have me!

My Gran...

My Gran is the best Gran in the whole world. She is a great cook. But let me tell you all a little something about my Gran...stay out of her way. When she comes to my house, my kitchen becomes hers, and she let me know that real fast. She takes over my laundry room and my kitchen. I am not complaining in the least...I will let her do it. She can take over anytime she wants!

Something we all need...

...Compassion. We could all have a little more compassion. I know I could!!!

Compassion is the feeling of sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering.

I have a big problem with compassion...I am not very sympathetic to most people. I just do not feel sorry for those who have caused their problems on themselves, and I think most people have caused their own problems. I have caused my own problems, and I do not want anyone to feel sorry for me. I absolutely despise those who blame others for their problems. I hate it. I will admit my mistakes, and I think that everyone should do that, but I know that most people don't. I do feel sorry for children who have been abused. I feel sorry for those who have been affect by things that are beyond their control (i.e. disease).

All of that being said, I know that I should be most compassionate towards others. So that is my project of the week...more compassion.

Walt Disney World at it's finest.

When you are a parent, there is nothing better in this world than to see a smile on your children's faces. We went to Disney World last week. I don't think Colby has ever been more excited. We stayed at the All Star Movie Resort. And Colby was in AWE of the Toy Story Characters.






Colby absolutely had a blast riding the "Toy Story Mania" ride...Actually it is a really cool ride, and we all rode it at least twice!!!

So, if you ever get a chance to take your kids to Disney World...DO IT! My suggestion is to do an all-inclusive WDW resort package and include your wine. By the end of the night, YOU will need it. The kids have fun though!