April 10th:

I was up and letting the dogs out to potty this morning.  I carried my dumbbells out on the back porch and did 15 minutes of arm and waist exercises while I waited.  Then I headed to the living room and started my Kettlebell DVD.  I was unable to finish the routine but I worked at it for 15 minutes.

Going to the BEACH: 
Steve and I are making plans to go to the Beach.

Getting ready to go to the beach can motivate a body to exercise!!   I have 4 weeks!!  Yikes!!

I am so looking forward to spending time with extended family, getting a tan, laying on the beach, and relaxing either by the pool or out on the veranda, reading my Kindle and praying.  Walking up and down the beach and getting a natural pedicure sounds pretty good too. 

I would like to see ONE sunrise and a few sunsets.  I really want to enjoy the sun, all of God's Glory and REST!!  I will use LOTS of Sunscreen!!!!!

Man!!  List of thing to do:  Find my swimsuits, try them on, buy a new swimsuit, locate my shorts and t-shirts, dye my cover-up a fresh new color, "do I have any flip-flops?", buy sunscreen....

Motivational Thoughts:
Here are 10 ways to get Flat Abs... I need that!!
http://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/core-health

Inspirational:
Psalm 37:23-24
"²³The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. ²⁴Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand."(NIV)
Just remember, that even in your lowest point, God is still there with you. He is holding your hand through your trials and tribulations, till you make your way back up again.

1 Peter 5:7
"Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you." (NIV)
I always think of this verse when I have so much on my mind and it seems like I have nobody to talk to. Then, I remember that God is always there for me to tell my worries too. Sometimes we just need to tell Him what burdens us so that we can find relief. Talking to God can help so much when you think all is lost.

*Please pray for my sister-in-law, Jo Ann Garmon, (Steve's brother's wife).  She is battling cancer.  The best thing we can do is PRAY.  "Please God, bring healing and may your name be glorified!"

April 9th:

 I have not blogged since last Tuesday... I have been so busy!!

I am on task!!  I have lost 3 pounds!!  Woo Hoo!  I have not diligently logged my food intake cause I have not taken the time to sit down at the computer for several days... I have been enjoying life too much to be in front of the computer.

Steve and I took a day off on Thursday, April 5th and Friday was a Holiday, Good Friday, and then Saturday and Sunday.  It was the best long weekend I have had in a long time!

Exercise:
Wednesday -dumbbells
Thursday -Kettlebells
Friday A.M.-Yard work flower bed cleanup... Whew!!
Friday 7:00ish -Yard work planting... Whew!!

Friday Night -Extremely sore!!
Saturday -Unbelievably sore
Sunday -Still sore
Monday -Getting better... Achy.
Tuesday -Will start back with Kettlebells!

Yard Work:
Look at the results of all my hard work. 

 

(Did you find two of my dogs in one of the pictures?)

New Haircut:
Thursday I got a new haircut.  Man!  It must have been a great weekend... I look tired!

The hair is a little short but all the layers are now where they need to be.  Once it has grown an inch or two, it will be great!


Motivational Thoughts:
Here are seven tips to stay motivated in your fitness program:
http://www.bestkettlebellworkout.com/7-tips-to-stay-motivated/


Here is an exercise guide for Kettlebell exercises with video for correct movements:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/exercises/finder/lookup/filter/equipment/id/10/equipment/kettlebells

Women's Health Total body transforamtion:
http://www.womenshealthmag.com/video/fitness/total-body-transformation-workout-month-one#/video/all/created/d/1?cm_mmc=Newsletter-_-842008-_-03122012-_-ReadMore&smartcode=NLS842008

Summer is almost here!  Swimsuits?!!  Work hard for that swimsuit you want to wear!!

Inspirational:

Romans 8:28

New International Version (NIV)

 ²⁸ And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who^[a] have been called according to his purpose.

Keeping busy:
Easter morning!!

April 3rd:

Daily Comments:
Times certainly does fly!  It has been almost two weeks since I blogged last and I am worse for it.  I have gained two more pounds.  I thought I was ready to get back to my commitment but I guess not.

I am going to try again!!! 

First off I am going to stop counting the weeks as I have been doing.  How long this journey takes is not relevant.  The key is...I am on the journey. 

I am going to start making short range goals for myself.  There are 30 days in the month of April.  My goal this month is to lose 12 pounds.  I want to be healthy!  I want to lose this unwanted weight and feel good.  Summer is coming and I want to wear a swimsuit this summer and feel good wearing it.  I will let you know tomorrow if I found the strength or willpower to get out of the bed early enough to use my dumbbells and Kettlebells.  Pray that I do!!

Inspirational Thought:

Philippians 4:4-7

New International Version (NIV)

Final Exhortations

 ⁴ Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! ⁵ Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. ⁶ Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ⁷ And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

 

Good stuff:

This is my grand baby, Arianna, seven months old now!! 

 

 

 

Keeping busy: 

Going to the shooting range has become a once a week trip for me and my shooting is improving!  

I purchased a Kel-Tec PF9, 9mm, handgun.  It is small and lightweight.  But the three times I have shot it, it has hurt the palm of my hand.  My dad shaved off some rough edges on the grip and magazine.  I bought a slip-on rubber grip that feels good.  I can not wait to go shooting again so I can try it out.  I hope it fixes the problem.  I am registered for two classes, "Intro to Defensive Pistol I" and "CHL"(Concealed Handgun License).  Fun stuff!!  I am having a good time... I think that is why my focus is not on eating better and exercising.  But I can do it all... right!!

Food Diary:
Breakfast:  Two eggs scrambled, toast with 1 tsp Country Crock and 1 tsp of jelly
Lunch:  Luby's vegetable plate; broccoli, green beans, cabbage, and fried zucchini
Dinner: Home-made beef and vegetable soup