As the new year approaches, Ryan and I have talked about making new years resolutions. I am not sure how well this will work out. I have always been the one to say, 'ok I will lose weight and keep it off' and I will do this or that and never stick with it.
We are going to be making our own lists and making sure that we both stick to them. So far we have agreed that we will both stop drinking caffeine and carbonation. We realize how much we seem to depend on it and it is too much for us. I am not sure what other resolutions to have but stayed tuned....
I know that weight loss will be one of my goals but so will getting in shape. I need to be healthy, and I know that I'm not. Things need to change around our house.
We will be making changes for the better this up and coming year! We look forward to the new us.
Friday, December 30, 2011
Monday, December 26, 2011
Christmas Photos
Mag. Board from Des
Eakin Family Rules
Holly Letters
All Other Gifts
Fred and Char's E.
Mugs from Alicia
Eakin Family Rules
Holly Letters
All Other Gifts
Fred and Char's E.
Mugs from Alicia
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Christmas
As the morning came upon us my excitement grew. I already knew what I was getting for Christmas but Ryan had no idea. As we laid in bed I looked at the clock. It was now 8 in the morning. time to wake him up! I turn to him and begin to shake. He was half asleep so needless to say, this did not make him very happy. I was acting like a little girl on Christmas morning who couldn't wait to see what Santa had brought. Ryan finally complied and got out of bed. I had to bring in his gift from the garage so he closed his eyes and sat in the kitchen. With me not being a good wrapper and not wanting to wrap his gift, I set it on the floor and told him to open. He got really excited. He got a new pair of waders and a dog box for hunting. He gave me a big hug and kiss, said thank you, and then we were off to watch my gift.
The 2 things I got for Christmas were a paid of Timberland boots and a Roku. A Roku lets you stream internet to your TV with special apps., like Hulu Plus, Netflix, HBO GO, etc. It is pretty much awesome! We watched movies and clips all morning until we had to be to Linda's by 1.
Well we were a little late but made in there with gifts in tow. I gave out the crafts I had made (wood letters covered in holly berries) and received several crafts as well. They all were amazing and can't wait to either use them next year or put them up around the house. After lunch and pictures it was then off to see Arland at the AL (Assisted Living). He looked happy but had taken a fall earlier in the week, giving him a scab on his nose. Ryan and I both told him that there was no need to dress up like Rudolph for Christmas. He laughed and thought we were funny.
Then off to Fred and Char's we went, and arrived around 3:30. These people always amaze me. They are always so happy and ready to party. I couldn't wait to give them their Christmas gift so right after opening the door, I had them open it. Again I am not good with wrapping so we wrapped it in Ryan's jacket to give a dramatic effect and it worked. I made them a giant letter E with wine corks that covered it. It looks perfect in their place with their wine colored walls. The night stayed in a happy place with more food and gifts. We even got to speak with Alicia and the boys. We sent them some video games which I hope that they really like. They said they did. Cole even asked me what I got and when I told him boots he began to sing back to me, "Apple bottom jeans, boots with the fur." I laughed and explained the boots. Barbi and Gordon gave us a wall hanging that says, "Eakin House Rules" It is really cute, and everyone loved it! Alicia made us mugs that are awesome! Mine has a L on the from and a dandy lion at the bottom. Ryan's has a R and a saying in the bottom, "you have just been... poisoned". He also received a little guys that Alicia made that looks like a zombie. It is awesome! He loves it!
More gifts came but so did the time to run to my parents house. Full from our last 2 stops We arrived to the Peterson's ready to see everyone. However, at this point I had a pounding headache that seemed to not want to leave me. I took some IB Profen and it cleared up, but not without some side effects. None the less, we gave our gifts and received more. My parents gave us a vaccum and Annie gave us a temple block. My aunt Carolyn gave us gifts as well as more from my parents. My dad has a hard time not buying flashlights or hammers every time he goes into Home Depot. This just meant he would buy more for everyone.
We gave the boys the game of "Rayman Origins" and the girls got the 4 movies of Shrek in 1. Everyone seemed very happy. Boys playing games and everyone talking. As my side effects came more apparent so did the rumblings of my stomach. We left in a bit of a rush but overall this Christmas was a good one. I can't wait to see what we will have in store for next year!
Pictures will be coming soon.
The 2 things I got for Christmas were a paid of Timberland boots and a Roku. A Roku lets you stream internet to your TV with special apps., like Hulu Plus, Netflix, HBO GO, etc. It is pretty much awesome! We watched movies and clips all morning until we had to be to Linda's by 1.
Well we were a little late but made in there with gifts in tow. I gave out the crafts I had made (wood letters covered in holly berries) and received several crafts as well. They all were amazing and can't wait to either use them next year or put them up around the house. After lunch and pictures it was then off to see Arland at the AL (Assisted Living). He looked happy but had taken a fall earlier in the week, giving him a scab on his nose. Ryan and I both told him that there was no need to dress up like Rudolph for Christmas. He laughed and thought we were funny.
Then off to Fred and Char's we went, and arrived around 3:30. These people always amaze me. They are always so happy and ready to party. I couldn't wait to give them their Christmas gift so right after opening the door, I had them open it. Again I am not good with wrapping so we wrapped it in Ryan's jacket to give a dramatic effect and it worked. I made them a giant letter E with wine corks that covered it. It looks perfect in their place with their wine colored walls. The night stayed in a happy place with more food and gifts. We even got to speak with Alicia and the boys. We sent them some video games which I hope that they really like. They said they did. Cole even asked me what I got and when I told him boots he began to sing back to me, "Apple bottom jeans, boots with the fur." I laughed and explained the boots. Barbi and Gordon gave us a wall hanging that says, "Eakin House Rules" It is really cute, and everyone loved it! Alicia made us mugs that are awesome! Mine has a L on the from and a dandy lion at the bottom. Ryan's has a R and a saying in the bottom, "you have just been... poisoned". He also received a little guys that Alicia made that looks like a zombie. It is awesome! He loves it!
More gifts came but so did the time to run to my parents house. Full from our last 2 stops We arrived to the Peterson's ready to see everyone. However, at this point I had a pounding headache that seemed to not want to leave me. I took some IB Profen and it cleared up, but not without some side effects. None the less, we gave our gifts and received more. My parents gave us a vaccum and Annie gave us a temple block. My aunt Carolyn gave us gifts as well as more from my parents. My dad has a hard time not buying flashlights or hammers every time he goes into Home Depot. This just meant he would buy more for everyone.
We gave the boys the game of "Rayman Origins" and the girls got the 4 movies of Shrek in 1. Everyone seemed very happy. Boys playing games and everyone talking. As my side effects came more apparent so did the rumblings of my stomach. We left in a bit of a rush but overall this Christmas was a good one. I can't wait to see what we will have in store for next year!
Pictures will be coming soon.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Crazy Beginning to a Week
Well, I hate to say that I am part of a statistic but it is true. I was not able to begin my work outs this past Monday. I was asked to make beanies for our family pictures and, well, it is taking up a bit more time than I thought. To add to that I have not finished my crafts or the girls of Ryan's family. I have finished an amazing letter for his grand parents though! It is awesome. Pictures will be coming soon. I will also post pictures of the letters done for the girls. They take up a lot of time but they look great!
Richard comes in town tomorrow and I have missed him and Emily so much! I can't wait to see them! This is why we are doing the family pictures. Every year when Richie comes into town we do family pictures. It is the only time that we are all together. I am excited to see how it all turns out as we are receiving a lot of snow right now. Winter Wonderland pictures? I think yes!
I know how this work out works. I have done it before but I now have Ryan who may be willing to do it with me. I am excited to have him by my side during this time. It will be a great change for both of us. Now it is off to the work grind and hopefully everything goes smoothly today.
Richard comes in town tomorrow and I have missed him and Emily so much! I can't wait to see them! This is why we are doing the family pictures. Every year when Richie comes into town we do family pictures. It is the only time that we are all together. I am excited to see how it all turns out as we are receiving a lot of snow right now. Winter Wonderland pictures? I think yes!
I know how this work out works. I have done it before but I now have Ryan who may be willing to do it with me. I am excited to have him by my side during this time. It will be a great change for both of us. Now it is off to the work grind and hopefully everything goes smoothly today.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
The New Start
Today I have decided that I will be posting more than I have. I am going to be taking a journey to lose weight and complete certain craft projects. Today is the new start to a new beginning.
Starting with the weight journey.
As of this morning I weighed in at 175.8 lbs. I am currently in the heaviest state I have been in my whole life. I told myself that I would never hit 170. Then when I did I told myself that I would never hit 180. I am now positive that It is time to change my actions and move forward with life in a healthier state. I am trying to get Ryan to help me and get him to do the same. It hasn't been getting very far. He is a very stubborn man.
I am embarrassed to attach these photos below but I am going to. This is the first step to change.
Front:
Back:
Right:
Left:
I will be starting a system called WOW. Walk Off Weight. This will be the first step into my change. It will last 4 weeks and I will begin on Monday, December 12th. I will hopefully add photos each week of my change.
After this I will begin the 30 day shred by Jillian Michaels.
My life is in need of healthy change. I am running (walking) in head first.
Starting with the weight journey.
As of this morning I weighed in at 175.8 lbs. I am currently in the heaviest state I have been in my whole life. I told myself that I would never hit 170. Then when I did I told myself that I would never hit 180. I am now positive that It is time to change my actions and move forward with life in a healthier state. I am trying to get Ryan to help me and get him to do the same. It hasn't been getting very far. He is a very stubborn man.
I am embarrassed to attach these photos below but I am going to. This is the first step to change.
Front:
Back:
Right:
Left:
I will be starting a system called WOW. Walk Off Weight. This will be the first step into my change. It will last 4 weeks and I will begin on Monday, December 12th. I will hopefully add photos each week of my change.
After this I will begin the 30 day shred by Jillian Michaels.
My life is in need of healthy change. I am running (walking) in head first.
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