Call me crazy...

But I really want to register for a 5k walk/run! I've been hitting the eliptical and treadmill pretty hard lately (for a fatgirl!!) and really think this is something to work towards. The funny thing is, I have always said that I hate running! But I think the more weight I lose, the easier running will be. And lets be honest, by running I mean walk fast...maybe jog :) I've been so inspired by this blog (www.runsforcookies.com) She has lost 120+ lbs and RUNS! So Abel has said that he will do it with me and I think even Em is thinking she will join. I'm quite excited at just the possibility that I could do such a thing. 2012 is going to be amazing...I can feel it <3

Teenage blues

In a little over a month my oldest will be 14. She is smart, beautiful, and some days the death of my sanity! There are times when days go by without incident, and other times we can't go two hours without one of us snapping at the other. And as frustrated as I get with her, I get twice as frustrated with myself. Nothing can remind you of your shortcomings as quickly as motherhood. I always wonder, "what if I was a little more patient" or "what am I NOT saying to let her know how much I adore her". I suppose the best I can hope for is that she grows up never having doubted that I love her and did the best I could...Funny how when you are a teenager it seems like the hardest time in your life...until you raise one.