Oh Crap! – Musings of an Unperfect Mommy

January Progress Report

February 1, 2012

First of all, for all inquiring minds wanting to know – my birthday was fine. Matt came to visit and we had taqitoes (made by Chris and Becky) for supper and cheesecake with caramel sauce and strawberries (eater’s choice) for dessert. Actually, we celebrated on the Saturday before since my birthday fell on a Tuesday. The point was mainly to have everyone together – especially since my nest is emptying now.

Now for the report. I finally made myself a water schedule and it works! I drink a glass in the morning when I get up and a glass at night before bed – that was recommended in “French Women Don’t Get Fat” so I have been doing that for awhile. Then, I added in a glass every two hours – 8am, 10am, 2pm, 4pm – and knowing that at a specific time I have a glass of water keeps me on track. And when I say a “glass” I mean one fluid cup – 8oz – I use the small cups my kids drink out of and that helps me see it’s not so much to drink. I think that’s part of the disconnect – it seems like SO much water to try to get in and this way it’s very easy. So, that is one goal fulfilled – and yes I have been doing it all month so it’s just about a habit now – go me!

I read “Becoming More Than Just A Good Bible Study Girl” and it was very good! This is a book about cultivating a relationship with God and not just focusing on externals, but really getting into the heart of prayer and Who God is. There is no sap here and Lysa TerKeurst is not perfect and I can relate to so much of what she says here. So, if you are looking to transform your relationship with the Lord – give this book a whirl.

School is humming along nicely and I’ve been keeping up with the housework for the most part since that one day I took off to get it all pulled together again after the holidays. Still need to do some clutter clearing upstairs but that will get done over time. And honestly that really was all there was to this month. It was busy, but I also had to do some thinking too after that melt down. So, taking care of myself means slowing down a little bit.

So, let’s talk about February since this is the first after all. My new goal will be to get in more protein and cut down on my carb intake. Now, notice I said cut down and not eliminate. You still have to have the carbs to provide energy, and whole grains are the best way to go, but one step at a time. I need to figure out how to get more protein in – and maybe it’s as simple as making sure there is a protein on my plate at every meal so I get the alloted amount in. Snacks are my downfall – popcorn, crackers, cereal – I need to replace those with something different and fruit or veggies is probably the way to go. I’m also considering maybe protein powder shakes – nothing major just something simple to help boost that intake. Hmm – lots to consider here.

Lent is only three weeks away too and I need to think about giving up something and cultivating good spiritual habits. I have a book called “The Hidden Power of Kindness” and I may read that and start putting it into practice. It’s not that I’m a meanie (I do have my moments though), but I could be kinder overall. Something to think about over the next few weeks.

Well, I guess that’s it for the progress report this month. I hope that if you are making goals or trying to make changes in your life that you are progressing well too.

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February 1, 2012

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