FitMOM alert!!!

The start of a new year made me realize that I wasn't as healthy as I would've hoped for. So as of January 2013 I started a fitness journey to change my way of living. I stopped drinking (alcohol, juice and the little amount of soda that took in occasionally). WATER and Soy milk were my new BFF's. I also looked into clean eating solutions.

This journey was not only to lose weight. I wanted to lose fat, gain muscle and become toned. I came across a comment on a friends status that I replied to. It mentioned Bodybuilding.com and how it was free. Workouts, meal plans, meeting people who also want to change. 

This was the Instagram photo I posted 23weeks my before photo. I wish I posted the side view as well. 

Now this photo I took yesterday July 1, 2013😊. Very proud of my progress but I'm still working hard to get where I would like to be.

 

Life in Romania

Omg it has been forever since my last blog post. Btw I have no clue what it was about lol. We have moved to Bucharest, Romania. Our children had no problem with adjusting to our no oversea life. As a matter of fact they had no problem with the zone change as well. Myself on the other hand it took me a week to adjust. Then I started getting sick. I wasn't taking the adjust well.

But here we are 6 months into it and I LOVE it. My family and I are learning more about what our bodies can and can not take. I started a new get fit journey and loving it. Our now 4 year old son has had medical issues which hospitalized him for a bit. Today he is doing very well. Our daughter turned 7 a little before arriving here, she has made tons of friends. My husband is traveling and making money so he's happy lol.

I hope I can continue to blog about our journey while living here but I'm not making any promises to myself.

CG Method (No Poo 4 Me)

So earlier this week I have decided to start the CG method after being natural for 3months come Aug 1st 2012. The CG Method promotes no poo hair meaning no shampoo. Instead I have found a new cleansing method using baking soda, apple cider vinegar and water. I simply LOVED it and will continue this no poo journey with mine and my daughters hair. Since we will be deploying overseas this came at a perfect time. I know some of the things available in the states will not be there. My next task is to find out what my curl pattern is so I can find the right products for me. I personally would like to find out by buying every product i think will work.

I've Been MIA

So it has been awhile since my last blog post. I've been thinking about posting but just didn't feel like it to be honest. Since my last post soooo much has changed we are currently stationed in DC. We added an addition to our family (Our Lab Mix) Mizzou.

Things to come...
Moving out of our current place soon and going into temporary military housing. Europe is our next stop Yayy. Ana will be turning 7 y/o and starting 2 grade.

Unemployment Compensation for Military Spouses

As most of you know I am a military spouse and so far I left 3 jobs because of orders so this made me very happy.

Last Updated: November 21, 2011

NCSL Staff Contact: Heather Morton

"Military families often face frequent moves and these moves can add unique financial pressures, as spouses may have to leave their employment due to a military transfer and the families may face a reduction in income. Generally speaking, when an individual leaves a job voluntarily, then the person is ineligible for unemployment benefits. Recognizing that spouses of military service personnel who quit their jobs due to a military transfer may not be quitting so “voluntarily,” state legislators have amended unemployment compensation laws to help military families who are relocating between states. In several states, state legislators deem it good cause if military spouses leave their employment to follow their spouses in a military relocation, and thus eligible for unemployment benefits."

NOTE:  NCSL is unable to provide advice or assistance to military members, military spouses, private citizens or businesses regarding unemployment compensation benefits.  Please contact your state department of labor or a private attorney for more information

http://www.ncsl.org/?tabid=13331

8 Days of Free Downloadable Movies from Best Buy

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So almost every month i get excited about different hobbies, around this time i go crazy for getaways. I have been entering every single giveaway, sweepstakes, instant winner games and everything. Have I won anything you ask well the answer is NO. Sad huh sweet ole me can not win anything which really sucks. I WILL NOT STOP UNTIL I WILL!!! 

Check Out My Friend Blog...

Its a great blog and she has grown so much since starting it, right now she has a giveaway going on $50 gift certificate.


http://www.lifewithtwinsandadramaqueen.com/2011/11/hearthsongcom-princess-tent-review-50.html?spref=fb

OMG I Cant do This!!!

Ok so as you might know ADHD and sticking to one activity is almost impossible for me. I was soooo excited about blogging, then i just got bored which happens a lot with the hobby i start rarely can i finish. Beside that the kids are great AnaMaria is doing very well in 1st grade even tho she missed the entire first month, & Stank is pretty much still naked all the time. Life in DMV is going great i have yet to go out and meet new ppl. Its just soo beautiful here all the different colors...I just had to take pictures.

Until next time....

It's Time

We're finally leaving Cali tomorrow...def a bittersweet day. I'm really goin to miss the pacific breeze mixed wit the cali weather. I don't think we will be able to handle the heat coming our way. I looked up the temp for today for St. Louis the heat index is 101!!! How will I survive???

Growing It Out

Last week i decided i would like to grow my hair out. Well cutting it off was not an option only because hub was sick of my cutting it. Yesterday Ive came to the conclusion that my hair isnt the type of hair you need to wear a weave in. Back when i was 15y/o i decided to get a weave after taking it out my hair broke off. I have to say i thought that was a one time thing so this pass march i decided to get another weave (12 yrs after the first one). Thinking maybe this one will be different but nope after taking it out major breakage!!! I cant believe it took so long for me to figure this out. The last time i cut sum of my hair was back in June, i still think i should cut off a lil more to get better growth. I decided to try "Carol Daughters" product...

 I just recently found out about this olive oil gel and i love it, im hoping they keep this product on the market.

I will let yall know how my hair is coming along...LATERS

Been VERy Busy!!!

The past week has been non stop....

Monday i ran errands relaxed fa 2 seconds then off to work...until CLOSE

Tuesday the hub woke me up at 5:30 to get ready fa our drive to San Diego fa a mini vacay...as soon as we got there we were off to the San Diego Zoo

                                                                   Climbing in Bamboo LOL

Petting Zoo

After finally leaving the zoo we headed to the children's art museum...

Then we go to the the San Diego Navy Base just to have a look at, it seems like when you're a military fam you take a min to check out other military bases to see how def the are compared to where you are stationed. And i def love San Diego base way better then Port Hueneme Base. Soo after leaving the base we decided to visit an old roommate. Then drive an hour to our timeshare rental in the county (my hub wanted something relaxing and out of the city)...And it def was...

The kids slept on the pull out bed and LOVED it lol, now my daughter wants a princess couch that turns int o a bed. we def slept good that night.

Now Wednesday, we woke up between 9-10 decided to have breakfast at IHOP (it was just ok nothing big) then off to SEAWORLD...

Feeding the sea lions...birds were stealing the food BAD BIRDS Lol

When hot cool off with a lil water...maybe if the kids who felt like they needed to hold the water down my kids wouldve actually got wet!!!

Had to pose with Emo & Grover 

Peek A Boo

Dolphins & Killer Whales (We wur in the soak zone Lol) 

4D Movie Awesome

Thursday we slept til 10, got dressed checked out of the suite then back to Ventura we went...My hub and i were Soooooo tired the kids Not So Much...

Then there was FRIDAY, SATURDAY, & SUNDAY (TODAY)... I worked NON STOP This Weekend!!! My feet are killing me i def need to find sum SUPER CUTE comfortable shoes becuz my feet are always in major pain during and after work. After 2 hours the shoes i wear does  my no justice!!!

ADHD info

Info about ADHD I started reading but didn't finished...I figured I will add it to my blog therefore I know where to find it when I wanna finish!!!

http://www.everydayhealth.com/adhd/adult-adhd/coping-at-home-and-work.aspx?xid=nl_EverydayHealthLivingWithADHD_20110723

OMG Finally!!!

WE'RE MOVING (Sept2011)

Ok so we finally got his orders and it looks like we're moving to WASHINGTON D.C. Im def excited about exploring a different place, but sad that i will be leaving Cali (I love the beach and so do the kids). On the bright side there will be a beach wur we're moving but not ask close the several we live by now!!!

Unlike when we move here to Cali & lived off base in DC we def will live onbase. I always here bad thing about living onbase but i wanna discover it all for myself. "Drama find you if you allow it to" (Angel L. Escobedo) LOL . The base we decided to live on is an army base Fort Belvoir located in Northern VA but only 20mins from DC. Its very beautiful and ive only seen pics i cant wait until i see it in person. Another plus is that Ana's school is onbase.

THE KIDS OPINION OF MOVING


Stank can care less what is going on but Ana keeps looking at the pros & cons. Mainly these two things below is what she has been talking about.

1. She doesnt want to leave her school here but is excited to meet new friends at the new school.
2. We have to drive across county she doesnt like that but again happy becuz she gets to she family when we stop in st. louis.




ADHD LOL


I was going to control writing but im bored right now and need to move out of this spot. It's so hard to sit here right now LATER

I Want Funnel Cake!!! (Pics)

So since ive been seeing the ihop commercial with funnel cake ive been wanting sum. But not really wanting to go to ihop to get it...So guess what i made my own, i do that a lot actually!!! I dont kno y i havent gone to culinary school becuz i love cooking. Didnt really write down the recipe but im sure i could make another and then write it down...

But i used...All Purpose Flour, Sugar, Salt, Baking Powder, Vanilla Extract, Eggs, & Milk (I only use skim milk). Im Pretty sure dats it

And Here Is The Finished Product!!! I Made Them Small (Personal Pan Pizza Size)

YUMMY!!!

No Longer A SAHM!!!

IM WORKING 

OMG since my last post i have started my training and go a full schedule. Tomorrow is our VIG (very important guest) night/soft opening!!! Its goin to be great hopefully i will be able to share pictures of the awesome building. Mos def the best target building i have ever seen. The major will be cutting the ribbon at 5, the will be food, games, clown (scary lol), face painting and more. My kids r def excited about seeing whur mama works...The sad part i just started working hur and my hub orders should be coming in this week so i will be finding out when we leave exactly!!! But at the same time im soooo excited to move to the place we're relocating to!!! i def think its win win!!!


THE KIDS


I Think the kids r takin it well that am working now, but Ana says she cried becuz i went back to work!!! Personally I think my hub made her mad and she wishes I was home. But i def got showered wit xoxo's when getting home (big wet kisses from stank).

Well im pretty tired signing off for now!!! kisses

Things R Happening!!!

Ok maybe NOT idk, but im thinking about calling my doctor and letting him in on the fact that i have ADHD and was diagnosed in 5th grade. Def not sure what he will say (Im basically confused). Will he make me see a therapist? WHAT SHOULD I DO????? I dont have much to stay becuz im tired.....

On another note both my kids have been bitten by some type of bug, more so my daughter then my son.  I took both of them to the doctor yesterday the doctor has no clue what has been biting them but suggested benadryl and calamine lotion. Here is a picture of my daughter, she says it itches but doesnt hurt at all....What Do You Think It Is?

I Need 2 Do Sumthin!!!

Having ADHD sucks when you work at a job thats slow. Tonight was might first night of work and i almost flipped out. I was told i was getting trained but all they had me do was shadow this lady!!! OMG me just following sumone around is NOT a good thing. Every time i walked passed items i would touch them n we just walked around (BORING). I like to do things to make time go by faster. Then FINALLY they asked me to do ZONING (no term i learn for work) basically organized each section. This is when i got excited (when im, asked to do sumthing i go to the extreme) yet i also try to do thing perfect. I hope 2morrow brings MORE task so i wont go crazy!!!

I NEED MEDS r SUMTHING!!!

Vote 4 AnaMaria!!!

Thnx so much if you vote, i wish i wouldve known i was entering a photo contest i would have picked a photo were she was really smiling lol. But hey its awesome that its in the running for this weeks fav!!!

Come vote for my child in this week's Parents Photo Faves contest!

http://photos.parents.com/category/vote/photo/967734

Caylee's Law

Overview Of The Law Trying 


There should be a new law created called Caylee's Law that will make it a felony for a parent or guardian to not notify law enforcement of a child going missing in a timely manner.

Let's keep another case like Caylee Anthony out of the courts.  Contact your State Senators and Representatives. 

To Your Left Is A Link You Can Click To Sign-------->