What a ride (already)

Last week, I weighed myself and found out I have lost 8.2 lbs. Today, after eating not-so-good this weekend, (but not-so-bad either) I am up 3 lbs. I take that at face value and try not to be too discouraged, but then I have go and blow today, just eating junk, way more carbs than I usually do and not eating with intention. Of course I knew I would have a day like this and should be proud that it took this long (almost two weeks) for it to happen. I went from eating like that every single day to eating great for a solid 12 days. I felt mentally weak today, though, and it was frustrating. I'm going to focus on some positives, with hope that I can kick start good habits for the rest of the week.

I've been doing awesome getting exercise while outside. Every single day, I've gone for relatively long walks with the girls. I found an awesome deal on Craigslist for a Burley jogging stroller/bike trailer a little over a week ago. It pushes much easier than any other jogging stroller, even the single strollers, and both girls fit comfortably. I will say that it helps that Josie isn't too aggressive with Audrey since they aren't separated in there. I've been pleasantly surprised with how sweet she has been to her little sister, even giving her the pacifier (although sometimes upside down) when she is fussing. 

So back to the jogging. YES, I have actually done it! I've been feeling the urge to run, which happens often, especially when the weather is nice, but haven't had the right timing or courage to try it out. I've never ran any decent amount with my weight this high so I was rather nervous that I wouldn't be able to do it, but it truly is mind over body just like I remember from before. I probably ran 1.8 miles (out of the 2.15 I did total) alternating between walking and running with running definitely dominating. That stroller is so.easy.to.push it is just ridiculous. 

Today, I went again but waited until it was 88 degrees this afternoon (what was I thinking??). It was a bit too hot for this out of shape body to run steadily, but I did power through and walked over 2 miles burning just about the same number of calories. 

My body craves it and responds positively when I push it. Why can't I remember this when I'm at my lowest (mentally)? Unfortunately, what I do remember (when at my lowest) is how sore I am after a tough run. Although my body wants it, it's not really ready for it. 

Someday, I will have a strong, healthy body. Oh, how I can't wait for that day.

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A day for mama's.

Mother's Day. What a great day. 

I woke up bright and early to get ready for church. The girls were happy, we didn't have to rush out the door (as much as usual) and we easily made it on time.

After church, we had some down time while the girls napped. Hubby did a few errands, finished up some work, and I went to Kohls and got a pair of capri's (you know, since I'm not pregnant this summer unlike the last two). Later, we joined my MIL and FIL for a late lunch/early dinner. I felt ambitious afterwards, so I brought Audrey on a run (more on that later) before we headed to the park with the rest of my in-laws. To really make the day amazing, we went to get frozen yogurt at the nearby Cherry Berry right before bedtime. The girls were so sweet all day, and hubby just helped keep things going smoothly. I loved it.

**One thing that I often forget about is that Mother's Day can also be extremely painful for those that so desperately want to be mothers but are unable to be right now. My heart and prayers are with these women, and I don't ever want to seem insensitive.**

The bird is our gift to her for mother's day.

Scary daddy...

How cute is this??

 

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Josie Says

While preparing lunch, I overheard Josie's conversation to Audrey who was in the ExerSaucer. "Hi Audrey! See this? Do you see it? ABCs? Do you see this? Hi Audrey! Hiiii Auuuudrey! ABCDEFG! Want to color?"

I love her attempts to include Audrey in her big girl fun. 

Today, as she did the daily introductions, she started using our last name. "Josie Deyle (Die-dee)? Audrey Deyle! Mama Deyle? Daddy Deyle! Josie's shirt?" ... wha...?! so silly.

While reading a picture book to her:

Me: What's that? 
Josie: Strawberry Josie!
Me: What's that?
Josie: Carrot Josie.
Me: What's that?
Josie: Josie's egg!
Me: What's that?
Josie: ........Mama's...
Me: Is that bread? (a loaf, hard to tell)Josie: Josie's bread!

Everything, and I mean everything is Josie's these days. Even the pictures in the book. Unless she doesn't know what it is. Then mama can have it.

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Success, sickness, sister (the three s's?)

Excuse the bad quality phone pictures in this post, but I want to share things with you now and not take the time to make the pictures pretty.

Look at this food. No, look at it. I followed this recipe for the most part, but instead of putting it on rice, I put it in a pita. It was amazing. 

Guys, I've lost 8.2 lbs. !!! Isn't that awesome? It's only been a week, but my body has clearly been craving some healthy eating and exercise because I have not been feeling hungry (which is usually why I quit trying after just a day or two) and have been eager to stay on track every minute of the day. It's motivating to already be this far in, to already be noticing little changes in the way my clothes fit. What a good start to this journey.

Ok, enough of that, onto the girls and their updates.

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I allowed myself to be hopeful that we were done with being sick in this house, and then Josie developed a low fever. Today has been a low key day, and I'm feeling guilty about it. I want to be outside having fun in the nice weather, but she doesn't feel good and I'm feeling lazy (must be sympathy pains). We did go for a walk earlier, but it wasn't long and we need more exercise. I'll have to bring them to a park or something later. We've been doing that a lot.

They have been playing together more and more. They both just light up when they get to interact, smile, and "talk." 

Such a ham.

Last Saturday, I took the girls to Grand Forks to see my sister and go to the city garage sale. It was overwhelming but I did get a few things for the girls to wear this summer and next winter. After we were done with the stress of mass garage saling, we got some food and just sat. It felt good. Josie had both milk and water and played with them like they were friends. It was so cute. She was moving them back and forth and using silly voices to speak for them. We cracked up numerous times but she was too busy playing to notice.

This plate of food sat untouched while she worked extra hard on coloring her picture.

On one of our many walks, just a little too chilly to be bare headed.

 Like I said earlier, the park is our new best friend. I wrap Audrey in the moby wrap so I can walk around while Josie plays as hard as she can. She loves it. We haven't had anybody join us but there is plenty of time for that this summer. For now, just being outside has been glorious.

Look at this girl. I can't even.

And I painted her nails. She's so grown up now, don't you think?