September/New School Year/Fresh Start

I am in awe of the fact that my kids are back in school. This summer definitely feels like it went by too fast but honestly it was stressful and we all seemed to indulge in alot of bad habits.   I am proud of the fact that I've made conscious decisions and acts to put myself and my family on the right track this year. Its great to have this mind set and I feel such good energy.

I started with decluttering most of the house.  There's still work to be done but by far it was a great start. I really believe that when things are in order in your home you FEEL better.  Ive been trying to keep everyone organized and have made it very clear that this is a new beginning and we will not fall back into old habits.  I know there will be some mishaps along the way but we're making a real effort!

The kids are aware that they need to approach school with more focus and they are going to be better prepared.  They will have their work and projects done with enough time and not rushing at the last minute!

We've all been sleeping earlier but we wake up feeling refreshed and better equipped to handle our long busy days.  Even 1/2 an hour earlier to bed and earlier to rise helps immensely! ! Theres no dragging around the house, nasty attitudes and rushing to make it somewhere on time.  It puts me in a better mood and im able to handle the stress of little things in life much easier.

Even financially it seems that our family will finally be on the right path. Of course there are areas in my life that I still need to get a handle on (my weight for example) but I know its one step at a time.  At least im going into it with a positive attitude and motivated to get things done.

So many aspirations....so many goals.....so many ideas....

I one of many first steps today and signed up for a Walmart beauty box. It will deliver a box of samples of different products that I will be able to try and review.  I am ABSOLUTELY a novice when it comes to makeup and such so it will be quite interesting for me to give these products a shot.  A detailed review will follow. 

Also my battle with my weight continues.  I am currently at 175 lbs and plan to start eating healthier (again) and exercising (again) and also trying to incorporate other tactics as well....(details to follow)

Many people see January 1st as their new year but tomorrow is MY New Year.   I am looking forward to the many experiences and results to come!!

Update....sort of ....

So the last week was pretty quiet as quiet can go in my life.  Just work and sleepovers and bday parties at chuck e cheese.  I have to update that the weightloss was a complete and total failure! ! I didn't put in any effort after the first two days so obviously it didnt work.  Im just finding it hard to decide on what route to take...wether its a cleanse or atkins or appetite suppressant or juicing.  Ofcourse with the holidays coming and all the yummy food that will follow I'm even considering holding off until the new year.  I'm very torn about the "New Years Resolution" idea of weightloss versus the "Stop the excuses and start THIS MINUTE" approach.  My birthday is next month and I will be turning 33 so I could use that as a mini goal to see if I can make any progress. We'll see....

Meanwhile. ...I have been cooking more. (Which might add to my weight problem lol)   I haven't done anything serious just packaged cookies and cupcakes and easy stuff like sausage and peppers. Its such a great way to bond with my kids and get them involved. But it has definitely lit the fire to get me cooking and baking more. I was a novice fondant decorator but I really enjoyed it and was so proud of myself so maybe I'll start again and take more pictures of my endeavor.  I'm eager to start trying new recipes to see what I'm really capable of.  Maybe I'll sign up for a few beginners classes.  I'm starting to think anything is possible but I have to TRY!

(Don't mind my little one's messy hair...it was the weekend...cut me some slack! lol)

  Finally dyed my hair back to black/brown and started growing my nails.  I'm also going to try and step up the home décor.  It's a struggle with working full time but I want my husband and kids to come home and feel like their wife/mom has tried to build a clean and loving and warm and also FESTIVE environment that they can be proud of. 

(I couldn't get the same lighting, sorry)

   I have so many ideas and goals to meet and i think my problem is knowing where to start.  I love to see everyone else's pictures and ideas for decorating and holiday comfort foods. Although October is still my favorite month. ..November and December are right behind. Especially this year because I am taking such an active approach to everything. I'm not just sitting back and doing the minimum... .ok so I am absolutely doing less than the minimum with my weight loss but that's another story,  as for everything else I am definitely trying harder. I want to take pictures of the things I'm doing and be proud. If I can inspire someone else by what I've achieved on my own that would be a bonus!! I'm looking forward to it!! :D