Getting back into shape is difficult work! That's not really headline news. I promised myself that I would start working out over my lunch hour once my kids officially went into daycare. They've been there two weeks and I've done nothing. I'm in my hotel room tonight and actually brought my "Insanity" workout with me. I want to do it, but I also want to be able to walk tomorrow:)
So that's my goal - to actually make it through the program. Any physical activity will be an improvement from what I am doing. I've never enjoyed working out, especially due to my orthostatic hypotension (practically black out everytime I stand up). I am soooo exhausted once I get the kids to bed and working out gets my endorphins going and I'm awake for HOURS. I would do it in the morning, but let's face it, I'm a mom and I haven't slept an entire night in well, almost years. Excuses, excuses, excuses. Just do it.
Monday, April 23, 2012
Big Decisions
I'm at a crossroads in my life; one which I'm sure many mothers have found themselves. Should I continue working or stay at home with my babies??? Unfortunately, it's not as easy as making a single decision, this will be a complete life change (not something I do well with). My husband and I would be considering renting or selling our house and moving onto my wonderful in-laws property. This would give us an opportunity to pay down my student loan debt and I'd get to stay home with my little blessings.
Right when I think I've made up my mind, something happens to change it. Yesterday was NOT a fun day in the Robinson household. While Andrew was working at church, I dealt with several melt-downs ( a couple of my own). I tried every tactic I knew how to do: diversion, time outs, spanking, igoring the problem, etc. Nothing was working, despite past success. I wanted to join Brody on the floor screaming for my mommy to come and make it all better. I was so excited for bedtime and was relieved that it came without a fight.
Like I said, there are so many moms that have found themselves debating this scenario and playing it out in the their heads. I had one friend tell me that when we make changes, we usually try to trade up, this would be a trade down (in lifestyle anyway). Is it worth the stress I may go through?
Are there any moms out there who did stay home and regretted it? No one is probably going to answer that loaded question!!
Right when I think I've made up my mind, something happens to change it. Yesterday was NOT a fun day in the Robinson household. While Andrew was working at church, I dealt with several melt-downs ( a couple of my own). I tried every tactic I knew how to do: diversion, time outs, spanking, igoring the problem, etc. Nothing was working, despite past success. I wanted to join Brody on the floor screaming for my mommy to come and make it all better. I was so excited for bedtime and was relieved that it came without a fight.
Like I said, there are so many moms that have found themselves debating this scenario and playing it out in the their heads. I had one friend tell me that when we make changes, we usually try to trade up, this would be a trade down (in lifestyle anyway). Is it worth the stress I may go through?
Are there any moms out there who did stay home and regretted it? No one is probably going to answer that loaded question!!
Friday, April 13, 2012
Midnight Snacks
I woke up in the middle of the night to my three year old son crying. As any mom would do at 1:00am, I walked to his room in a zombie-like state. After he finally stopped crying he informed me he needed a snack of "grapes, cheese, and crackers please." Not exactly what I wanted to prepare at that time of night. I grabbed my favorite "go-to, guilt free" snack...peanuts and raisins.
This snack is great because you get a little protein from the peanuts and some carb from the raisins. Despite popular belief, your body NEEDS carbs to keep it going (even if it's just going to sit) and the protein slows down the digestion a bit, so you feel fuller longer. You could also add some dry cereal from some added fiber. YUM!
This snack is great because you get a little protein from the peanuts and some carb from the raisins. Despite popular belief, your body NEEDS carbs to keep it going (even if it's just going to sit) and the protein slows down the digestion a bit, so you feel fuller longer. You could also add some dry cereal from some added fiber. YUM!
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