Today is the First Day of the Rest of …

This week has been about starting new habits.† After my hospital scare I came away determined to do better, be better, eat better.† I really don’t eat that badly.† We never eat fried foods, never eat fast food, almost always eat baked chicken and tons of veggies but….it is the caffeine that is the killer.† I have cut down my caffeine consumption by at least 75%.† Now I was drinking crazy amounts of caffeine.† Anyone who really knows me, knows that is true.† I am a Diet Dr. Pepper addict.† I am never without it…NEVER.† This week I have started off each day with orange juice.† The rest of the day I have either mixed Caffeine free and regular or just drank caffeine free. Now I KNOW that I need to get off the sodas all together.† But here is my dilemma.† I have always drank too much soda.† I am one of those people who have to have something to drink at all times.† I don’t like water, although I have been trying that Crystal Light stuff you put into water.† It isn’t horrible…it isn’t Dr. Pepper, but it isn’t horrible.

But I will get there…slowly…because I will do whatever I need to do to be healthy!† Thankfully I have been mostly slim my entire life but I want to really start doing more in the exercise department. Kei and I love riding bikes but my bike from last year has 2 rotted tires so I am in the market for a new bike.† Figured I could pick up one at a yard sale cheaper than replacing the tires.

We have had a great week ‘learning’ wise.† We are trying to finish up SOTW 1.† We have just a few more chapters left.† We have loved it and I so wish I had used SOTW since I began HSing Kei in 2nd grade.† We are also finishing up Zoology 3 / Apologia.† We have LOVED that too.† I can not believe how much we have learned about animals.† And I can’t believe that EVERY SINGLE ANIMAL we study, Kei has a “Webkinz” story about it!† Seriously, someone needs to create a Webkinz Lapbook/Unit Study.† There are a few little things I have ran across but nothing really intense. My girl would LOVE that.

Stan, my awesome boss, gave me a Amazon gift card and I finally ordered a new camera.† It is the camera Esther uses so I know it will be fabulous.† Just hope I can figure it out!† Kei is excited because she gets my old one which is really a good little camera.

Kei also had tryouts last week for Annie, Jr.† She got the role of a house maid and is in a couple more dance numbers.† They are VERY fair with the kids trying out, so we knew she wouldn’t get a huge role since her last role was so big.† But she is so excited, of course.† And I will be spending my summer at play practices.

Kei at Play Tryouts...

Kei finished another book and decided to find one she wanted to read instead of one I am making her read.† She decided to read Dear America book.† It is “Voyage on the Great Titanic”.† She said it was good so that is a start.† We went to the library today and she got about 6 more of the “Dear America” books.† Of course the one she can’t wait to read it about the 1960’s.† Ahh my little hippie chick.† We also ate lunch at Cracker Barrel.† Do they have Cracker Barrel’s everywhere or is that just a “southern” thang?† Yummy food.† We also got the tulle to make her a skirt like the awesome ones HMama made her two adorable daughters!† Kei can’t wait to wear it, if I will get off the butt and make it!† She also got some cross stitch kits and tons of embroidery thread.† I want her to stitch some way cool things on her jeans…flowers and peace signs and ivy and stuff.† Wouldn’t that be cool? Something like this? [Well probably not the “Wine Lover”]

Supposed to be a beautiful weekend.† Livvy is spending the weekend with Kei. They have requested chicken wings for dinner and sounds of laughter is ringing off the walls.† Good times…

Some crazies people are predicting that tomorrow is the end of the world.† We will be at SoulStock, an outdoor Christian concert, with thousands of Jesus lovers!† I can’t think of anywhere better to be, can you?

Happy weekend,

Karen

To keep the body in good health is a duty… otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.† ~Buddha

 

5 thoughts on “Today is the First Day of the Rest of …”

  1. Karen, I hope you find the right balance for you! The green smoothies sound scrumptious. I’m a total water girl myself; drink it literally all day (and even at night). It’s nice with a little lemon in it. You could hold your nose while you gulp it down? 🙂

    I’ve been thinking of you. Love these pics and your news. I always do.

  2. Congratulations on making more healthy choices for yourself. My sister in law is having the same problems as you, her choice of drink however is Coke and she drank it like water. She has had a rude awakening with her thryoid acting up at such a young age. Honestly I don’t see the fascination in these drinks myself. I’d die without my water. I like my caffeine in straight coffee, lol. Take care of yourself lovely. Hugs xoxoxo

  3. Glad to hear that you are feeling better. I hope you can kick the caffeine habit!!

    I can’t wait to see photos of the tutu!!

    I love Kei’s boots! I also love the idea of embroidery on her jeans and Allie would be all over a book from the 1960s!!

  4. Jess, I appreciate the kinds words. It is a tough addiction to break but I am going to do it. I do want to try your green smoothies! Really. 🙂

    She picked aqua, purple and lime green. I will post pics.

    Do you know how much we would love to meet up with you all!!!????? Kei was squealing when I just told her. We are supposed to do a couple of things this summer..I would need more specific dates. Your family is around Knoxville is that right?

  5. Karen, I am there in spirit helping you through this. I know firsthand how hard it is. Caffeine is a tough addiction to break but you can do it! I don’t mean to push my green smoothie craziness (my family thinks I have lost my mind) but they really help. Once your body gets used to the consumption of leafy greens, it starts to stop wanting the bad things like caffeine and sugar. I drink one every afternoon and my caffeine consumption is at an all-time low!

    Please post pics of the tulle skirt. What color did she pick?

    I think a trip to TN may be in the near future……..are you around in June????

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