halfway point!

I did it!! As of today I have lost 25lbs and haven't felt this good about ME for a very long time! This diet experience has taught me that when I put my mind into something, I can accomplish my goals and go beyond. Some people say that I'm bragging, but dammit, I own the bragging rights this time!!

As of today.....

*I have lost 25 lbs. and the bounce in my step has returned!
*I eat only fresh fruits and vegetables.
*Nothing I eat comes prepackaged, freeze dried, or in the mail.
*I have learned to cook foods in a totally different way.
*I'm actually checking out gyms to see which would be a good fit for me and not cost an arm and a leg to join!
*and the most exciting thing about today ....... I went digging deep into my dresser and found three pairs of jeans that I haven't fit into for years and guess what? THEY FIT!! NO muffin top, NO laying on the bed to zip them, and NO marks on my waist because they were so tight and digging in!!

HaPpY DaNcE!!!!!!!

And if you REALLY need a visual, think of my weight loss as 100 STICKS OF BUTTER!!!! EEEWWWWW!! GROSS!!

Godspeed

love sketches!

During our crop last weekend, I presented a sketch challenge for the ladies using a sketch from October Pagemaps. It was nice and simple and a great way to use up those small pieces we all have lying around that need to be used up. Here's the sketch and my sample:

Thanks for looking!

Godspeed

lots of layouts!

This past weekend we had an online crop at The ScrapRoom and I managed to get loads done with all the challenges that our MOD Squad presented! It was such a fun way to spend the evening and chat it up with the ladies. Here are the creations that I was able to get done and put a tiny dent in my pile of photos.

Thanks for stopping by!

Godspeed

inked

Capturing these photos was a treat for me since Ruby doesn't sit still long enough at her age, but for some reason she was more than happy to oblige this particular day! Decided to use the Bella Blvd. Finally Fall collection because those stripes we just the right touch to highlight her beautiful creation!

And on my last visit to Craft Warehouse in Vancouver, I picked up the Tim Holtz Alterations Sizzix die with a 40% off coupon and made those darling flowers. Sure beats the old manual score and fold method. ;-)

Godspeed

Before I proceed.....

.... with the October kits, I think I'll share my September layouts with the TSR kits. I got so wrapped up in my new healthy eating that I completely forgot! Without further ado.....

That was definitely a FUN kit to work with!! Now I'm ready for the October kits. :-)

Godspeed

October TSR Kits!!

This is a gorgeous selection of papers for those Fall activities! We'll be heading off to the Pumpkin Patch next weekend, so these papers will definitely come in handy. Not to mention the actual pumpkin carving and Halloween at the end of the month!! I have visions of great layouts in my head!!

BELLA BLVD. FINALLY FALL:

1 sheet At The Patch (2-sided)

1 sheet Bliss (2-sided)

1 sheet You're A Hoot (2-sided)

2 sheets Kraft Cardstock

1 sheet Finally Fall Cute Cuts (2-sided)

1/2 sheet Finally Fall Miniature Stickers (varies)

SIMPLE STORIES HAPPY DAYS:

1 sheet Birthday Memories (2-sided)

1 sheet Celebrate (2-sided)

1 sheet Make A Wish (2-sided)

2 sheets Suede Brown Dark Cardstock

(1) 12x12 Happy Day Fundamentals Cardstock Stickers

FANCY PANTS SUMMER'S END:

1 sheet Crisp (2-sided)

1 sheet Abundance (2-sided)

1 sheet Harvest (2-sided)

2 sheets Geyser Cardstock

(1) sheet Summer's End Chipboard Banners (varies)

approx. 1 yard Brown/White Striped Baker's Twine

STUDIO CALICO MEMOIR:

1 sheet Linen (2-sided)

1 sheet Book Jacket (2-sided)

1 sheet Flower Bed (2-sided)

2 sheets White Cardstock

1/3 pkg. Kraft Butterfly Stickers

(10) Memoir Chipboard Buttons

(5) Wood Veneer Houses

You can have one too! Just go to The ScrapRoom and order yours today. This kit is gonna be so much FUN!!

Godspeed

Phrase three!!

WOW! it's been a whole phase since I posted and it went by so quickly! Kinda getting use to this "lighter me" and liking how it feels. :-) 

I lost another 6 pounds these past 17 days and celebrated tonight with a glass of red wine with my dinner. I was so excited to see that red wine is "legal" in this phase, so bought us a nice bottle of  14 Hands Merlot from a local vineyard in Paterson, WA, and savored every drop in my glass. A bit tipsy by the end of that 5 oz. glass, whoa!! Guess that's what happens when its been nothing but lots of fresh veggies, fruits, and proteins going into my system for the past 34 days. ;-)

Godspeed