Cleanse - Day 1 and Day 2

Day 1

So far so good. Day 1 was a LOT easier than I thought it would be. The lovely little mix doesn't actually taste all that bad. Except it's got kick because of the Cayenne pepper. But I haven't had any hunger rages which is a bonus. Just going to take things one day at a time.

Day 2

Whomever got the yummy smelling lunch today can suck it. It smelled SOOO good and I am jealous that you get to eat a little taste of heaven while I get to drink warm spicy lemonade that if you swallow wrong (dont' ask), hurts - makes you feel like you're throat is slightly on fire for about 15 seconds. I'm doing well today but am longing for all my favorites that I know I simply can't have. And it's not because I'm hungry - it's because I can't have what I want and it's killing me. Everytime I start to think about how good a hot french dip would be or how yummy a sub from JJ's would be, I drink a glass of the mixture and I'm roped back to reality for about an hour or two. The smell of food is going to be the death of me today. If Steve even tries to make any type of warm and delicious dinner for himself tonight, it's totally going to be GO TIME! It would be so easy to just cave on this little experiment of mine, but I can't. I already have no will power when it comes to a lot of things so taking control over this for 10 days is a huge step for me. Aside from that, I have to prove Steve wrong. I WILL WIN! He may get seriously hurt in the process though if he doesn't stay out of the kitchen and away from the oven/microwave. One day at a time....

Tagged....

Thanks Angela - now I have to get all thinky and creative. Not good for a Monday... :)

6 things about me...

1) I am ADDICTED to reality TV. We record so many friggin reality TV shows it's ridiculous!
Oh, and can I say that Lo is a BEYOTCH!

2) I've always wanted to take photography classes and take up photography as a hobby (possibly more). I admire people who have done this and made it a passion.

3) I never realized I would be so smitten with my son so quickly. I knew it would be love at first sight and all that good stuff. But having him has been so amazing. He makes me want to be the best version of myself that I can be.

4) I've already planned out what I would do if I won the lottery. How much, who I would share it with, what we would do. Sad, I know. But Steve promised me we would win one day so I should probably be prepared!!

5) Sugar is my crack. I love candy and sweets like it's nobodies business. During my pregnancy, I ate candy every damn day. And yes, I'm paying for it now.

6) I hate wearing jewelry. I wear my wedding ring and band and that's about all. I have earrings and necklaces and bracelets and all that jazz but it all sits in a drawer. Luckily, Steve picked up on the fact that I am not a fan and stopped attempting to buy me pretty bling. I'm sure he's not too upset about that....

So that's what I can think of.....6 things that may not be known about me. Enjoy!

Cleanse

Okay....so tomorrow, I'm starting the "Ultimate Cleanse". This should be interesting. This "Cleanse" consists of drinking distilled water, lemon juice, Cayenne pepper and pure maple syrup all mixed together to make one all but tasty concoction. I get to drink this for 10 days. The only other substance I am able to take in is a fiber tea and then regular distilled water. Again, this should be interesting. I've read a lot about the cleanse as well as different variations of it and decided that the benefits far outweigh the 10 days of pure hell I'm about to attempt to endure. I hear the first two days are the worst but come day three, I'll feel great and have quite the burst of new found energy. I'm hoping this is true. Hell, I'm hoping I make it to day three. I think a majority of the reason I'm so hell bent on doing it and lasting for 10 days is because Steve is convinced that I won't last but one hour. I refuse to let him win! So my lovelies, keep me in your thoughts and please don't laugh at me. I will make sure to post updates throughout the next 10 days. Stay beautiful!

Badass!

Lock up your daughters!

Little Dustin's Baptism

Little Dustin got baptised tonight. He is such a handsome little guy and did an amazing job!

Friends

Here are some pics from last night.

Lexi and Cole


Lexi's little man Brenden.


Yes, I do love her.


Love her too!


Words just can't describe...

Back To It

Today is my last official day of maternity leave. I will be starting back at work tomorrow and am sad and very nervous. It's going to be tough to leave Cole beings I've been with him every day, all day for the past three months. I'm going to miss the little guy big time! At the same time, I'm looking forward to getting back to work and getting back into a normal routine. Although I've got to say, it's going to be pretty interesting to attempt to get myself back onto somewhat of a normal sleep schedule. No more staying up until midnight and sleeping until 9. Now, I'll more likely be in bed hopefully no later than 8 or 9 so I can be up by 4. It's going to be fun now sharing the early morning feedings with Steve. I had been doing them all since he had been working. Now it's going to be 50/50 which should be fun. I am thinking it may be a while until I post some more pics and stories - at least until I'm back into the swing of things. So here are some shots of Cole from the past week.