I have a few 'resolutions' this year. I put them in " because I started them before New Years because I didn't need a date to symbolize my resolve or commitment to something. Anyways, a couple of them were

• drink more water
• stretch after the last workout of the day (occasionally I lift during the day and then do HIIT at night so I wait till I'm done with HIIT and then stretch)
• give up make up till my birthday to give my skin a chance to breath and hopefully clear up a bit
• work on really pursuing relationships with people that I want in my life
• quit pursuing people that aren't willing to pursue me back

The reason for the first one is because I used to go 2-3 days with only a glass or two of water total. NOT GOOD. Plus water helps your body rid itself of toxins and helps flush our fat. What's not to love?! I used to hate water, it was so bland and boring. Now I love it. A nice cold waterbottle full is amazing. Plus I've picked up drinking tea again. My favorites are green tea (which I have at least 2 sometimes 3 glasses a day), chai, and earl grey. Unfortunately I cannot stand them plain so I have to have 4 packets of Splenda mixed in, but hey, it's better than sugar and I'm making small steps towards decreasing the amount. ;)

The second one is because I am soooooo tight. I used to be able to spread my legs (I know that sounds dirty ;) and have my chest touch the floor. And now? Now I can't even get my elbows on the freaking floor. My goal by Jan 1 2013 is to be able to do that again.

Make up. What a silly crutch. Why do I base my self worth on what others think of me? Sure I have acne, bad acne at that. Especially for my age. But if that is all people remember of me after meeting me then I don't want them in my life anyways. My poor face has put up with so much. Right now it's putting up with a round of Retin-A in the hopes it'll help clear this dastardly problem up. We'll see. But, for now, I have given up most make up from Christmas day till April 4th. I still wear eye liner and mascara occasionally but not very often. On special occasions like dates with ma hubby. But that is is. No concealer, no foundation, nothing.

I just need to let the people I care about know that I care about them and that they matter. Simple as that.

I need to let go of the friends that only want to invest in me when it's convenient for them. I understand that I'm not a 'convenient' person to be friends with but I am learning that I am worth the time and energy it takes to build a relationship. And if anyone should care to make real friends with me, I can promise you that I am one of the best friends you can have and you'd be damn lucky to have me. :)

So there ya go. A few of the things that I am working on this year to better myself and my life.

Heh, so much for trying to post once a week! :P

The road trip was amazing! We got to see family all along the Oregon coast, got to visit my brother in both San Francisco and San Diego!, got to meet family in Vegas I've never had the privilege of meeting before, got to take the girls to an Aquarium, Disneyland, Sea World, and the San Diego Zoo! Fun was had by all with only a few mishaps along the way :)

In other exciting news.... I'm PREGNANT again!!! :D After trying for over 2 years, God decides to surprise me when I absolutely least expected it. :) I'm not sure how far along I am, I'm thinking anywhere from 3-6 weeks? My first appointment is on the 28th. 

Jenny and Nikki are both really excited! Jenny has been praying for a baby brother for about 8 months now so when I told her she got a HUGE smile on her face, gave me the the biggest hug, and told me she prayed for it. Brought tears to my eyes :) Nikki told me that she too has a baby in her tummy so our tummies can grow big together. She's so sweet. 

Ror has been more affectionate towards my belly than I remember him being with either of the girls. I think maybe he realizes how special pregnancy actually is and unlike with the girls, it was a long time coming so it seems even more special this time? I don't know but I really like it.

So far no signs of morning (all day) sickness or the strong metallic taste in my mouth, or the super greasy hair, which makes me think I'm not very far along at all. But who knows! This pregnancy could very well be completely different than my other two, which were pretty much exactly the same :)

I've bumped my training down a notch at the gym. I fully intend to stay as active as I can this pregnancy and I've read that it's totally ok to keep working out with your current intensity with a few tweaks but I really don't want to push things or over do it. My plan is to run 2 miles 5 days a week, and do body weight exercises 3 days a week. We'll see how long I can keep that up. :)

AHHH! I can't believe I'm gonna have a baby next summer! We're hoping for a Liam, especially since we don't have any girl names picked out. ;) But honestly, we'd be completely thrilled with another girl, we just want baby to be healthy.

I am more tired than usual so in order to stay on track and keep myself organized I'm making a little chart of things to get done daily so hopefully nothing will slide in regards to the house and Jenny's school.

Alright, I've procrastinated enough for right now. Time to get cracking :)

<3 

Life is grand.

I have quite honestly had the best summer of my life this year. I am tan for the first time ever. Literally ever. I have spent so much time outside either at the pool, at Sandpoint with friends, blueberry picking, or laying in our lawn in the sun studying my Personal Trainer manual. :)

Plus I've had bonfire dates, late night runs to McDonalds for fries and McFlurries, going to Colville with staff and friends for a drive in movie, impromptu runs into town for FroYo, hot dates with my man, and just getting to be with friends.

In just over 2 weeks I will get to go on a road trip for the first time ever! My biological dad is flying down from Alaska, renting an RV, and all of us, Ror included, will be visiting family for the month of October! We'll be going to the Oregon coast and visiting two of his sisters that live south of Newport. Driving down to the southern tip of California to visit my brother that is stationed down there (he's a Marine, been to Iraq twice). Then driving to Las Vegas to visit his other two sisters! I am so super EXCITED!!!

I plan on doing lots of studying while we're on the road. My goal is to get certified in Jan or Feb. Though if it takes longer that's ok too, I just need to get it done within a year from when Ror ordered the curriculum.

Jenny starts Kindergarten on Monday!!! Along with her first day back at ballet! :D She's very excited.

Nikki has really bloomed a lot this summer. She's naturally very shy, quiet, and reserved. She is very hesitant around new people till she gets to know them. This summer, being surrounded by so many people and so many new faces, and seeing the summer staff practically every day has really made her come out of her shell. It's amazing! She talks so much, hugs so much, is so unbelievably adorable ALL THE TIME!

I don't want her to feel like she needs to be like Jenny, who is outgoing, loves everyone cause everyone loves her, makes new friends in seconds... but I am glad that she is getting to be more comfortable with herself and others.

This fall it looks like Ror's work schedule is going to switch to 4 days a week of 10 hour days. I'm really excited about having him home for 3 days but nervous about not seeing him as much during the days he will be working. Thankfully he's usually just a few minutes away so I can take the girls to see him pretty much whenever if they need a daddy fix. He's seriously the best dad in the entire world. My girls and I are so so very lucky. :D

I'm hoping to start updating this one about once a week so we'll see how well that goes!!

Cherish you!