Suprising Progress

After a wonderful weekend in Springfield with my girls, I came home and hopped on the scale. It was quite scary waiting for the magic number to pop up, but when I read it, I was shocked. Somehow, I have dropped another two pounds. I was sure I would have put on a pound or two, but I guess I did make some good choices while i was down there. That brings the grand total to 15. I've freakin lost 15 pounds!!!! I can't believe it. I'm so proud of myself for making the changes in my life that helped me reap these rewards. All of the hard work and effort is so worth it. Yeah for me!

Oh, and the weekend was just fantastic. Of course we frequented the 'box a lot, and had an absolute blast while we were there. I was finally able to enjoy sushi from Haruno....AND IT WAS AMAZING. I finally got to meet Brandi's baby Kenadie. She is ridiculously beautiful and I loved her to death. Brandi is such a wonderful mother; it was awesome to witness. We tried to have a pub crawl of our own, but didn't make it downtown in time to enjoy all of that. After deciding to pass up the long line at Piano Bar, we walked to Icon and pretty much stayed til close. We did some dancing there. No, make that a lot of dancing. So, we didn't get much of a bar variety, but it was because we were just having too much fun. I think it didn't really matter. We were just happy to be together. Eventually we made our way to Billiards to meet up with Hannah's new crew of friends and they were glorious. Then it was back to Hannah's where we played and partied til about 5am. All in all, a wonderful weekend.

ROADTRIP!!!

Tomorrow Katie and I are going down to Springfield for a weekend of fun. I have been trying to get down there for so long...but work or weddings or showers have prevented me from having a free weekend. I am really looking forward to getting away for a few days...I know its just Springfield, but I think I just need some time to unwind and be with my girls. I'm so excited to see Hannah's new house...she is such a grown up now. From the pictures, I know it is beautiful, but I can't wait to enjoy it in person.

So, all I have to do is finish my laundry, pack up some stuff, clean the car (Gus' hair is ALL OVER), and buy some food. I don't wanna kill the diet while I'm there. I figure a few tuna packets and protien bars will help...after all, I finally got over the hump and have now lost 13 lbs. I was stuck at 12 for like 6 days. it was killing me. So, I vow to not let this weekend ruin my accomplishments. I will be enjoying some sushi at Haruno, which is a healthy choice, and I know Katie and I will be visiting Celito Lindo before we head out of town...but other than that, I should be ok :)

I really just can't wait....

Life is good

I have noticed lately that my confidence is back to normal. I didn't realize how different it was til it came back up. I guess I am just getting more comfortable in my own skin. Working out is

making me feel better about myself...and the results are making me smile. A few of my friends have noticed some changes, and the positive reinforcement really helps....and of course my family has been really encouraging. I am happier now and have been having a better time when I have gone out with my friends. Its much easier to enjoy myself when i don't feel so crappy. So, if nothing else, the improvement in my mood is well worth all the work.