August has been cray y'all! I have missed a few Friday, 7 Quick Takes. I'm not sure what has made it so ridiculous and September is starting to look just as busy. Owen and Amelia will be going to school five days a week, I am doing CrossFit five days a week, speech Mondays and Wednsdays, soccer on Mondays, dance on Wednesdays, CWOC on Saturdays, and teaching CCD (now I think it is PSR) on Sundays are all things I have managed to build into my schedule. Of course there will still be other appointments peppered throughout each month. I'm not really sure how or why I have managed to take on so much, but I'm making it work for now. And I am going to have to start saying no even if I really, really want to say yes. I'm excited about being busy honestly, but I have to get into a groove so I can balance this house.
Sunday! I beginning my 30 day Paleo Challenge hosted by Gracey at her gym. Gracey weighed and taped me today. We took the before picture. Chris is going to do the challenge too...reluctantly. I'm glad that I don't have to combat temptation at home since he is doing it with me. I'm hoping for big results. Even though I haven't lost any weight I am definitely seeing a change in the shape of my body. I am starting to think that my belly is too damaged from three pregnancies and a lifetime of being overweight. But I just hope that I don't end up with a toned body with a sagging sack of skin hanging in the front. Anyway here's my before picture, though you may have seen it on Facebook.
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| Left: before I started CrossFit | ||
| Right: One week or CF down..excuse the mess...or don't. |
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| 7 weeks of CF down. Starting the 30 Day Challenge |
All you medical types...my right knee keeps swelling. I can walk on it. There is a dull ache and by the end of the day I can't fully bend it. It feels funny rather than painful. I'm sure that this CrossFitting is putting my body in a bit of shock. I'm hoping once the pounds start coming off and my diet changes that there will be little to no swelling. You know me, always the whiner.
If you missed it, you should check out my post on reasons why we might homeschool. I think writing it down was a good idea. I have read over it a couple of times and I'm starting to feel at peace about it. We will see what next year has in store with so many things in the air, but I really have a great support system. Feel free to leave comment or resources that I might find helpful. Seriously, my Google searches and Pinterest searches for that matter have about homeschooling. There is lots of information out there, help finding the good stuff is always welcomed!
I bought the kids some new shoes this evening. I actually put out a little bit more money than usual. In general I do not care about name brand. Especially, when you are talking about children who are growing like weeds. I will admit that they're cute little baby shoes, but if they are not walking it is just for show and it's just not a priority. Well, I have been reading and thinking and looking at my children's nearly flat hooves (poor Amelia, she really has some ugly feet). I am thinking that they might need a little bit of arch support especially while they are growing. I am probably way over thinking it and trying to justify my purchase. The kids loved them and they really are cute.
Chris and I are going to be teaching 4th grade PSR (formally known as CCD). Basically, Sunday school. Actually, Chris agreed to be in the same room as me while I try to teach the 4th graders. I'm hoping that the kids like having a guy around. Especially any boys who are in the class. I'm a little nervous and I would like him there to help. If nothing else, just be some moral support.
Wednesday Amelia begins preschool and Owen starts pre-K. I am going to have two hours a day with only Simon. It is going to feel weird for sure. I will miss those other two turkeys though. They crack me up. They cheer me on and tell me good job over the most ordinary things. And they are so genuine. Any way. I hope everyone has a fun, safe Labor Day weekend!
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Good luck, you are looking good.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I still have a long way to go, but I'm feeling optimistic :)
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