Today, I had lunch with Lori, Katie, and Deena at Urban Standard. I’d never been before and I fell in love as soon as I saw my hot chocolate!
See!!
Jack showing his enthusiasm for taking this picture
Jack looks like he’s saying, “She said what??”
Me and LoLo
Me and Katie.
Not fun anymore.
“Where did your Weight Progress page go?”
Um, I deleted it. Why? Out of my own annoyance and embarrassment, which I may be adding to by writing this. The fact that I haven’t even lost a pound in at least two months is partly the issue. Who wants to keep writing that every single week? Not me!
If you think I’m giving up, then you don’t know me very well. Losing weight pre-baby was always a struggle, so why would now be any different? I’m just facing reality that its not just going to fall off if I work out, but sneak sugary foods.
I’m back to writing down everything I eat and keeping track with my weight daily because it’s the best accountability for me and any time I’ve lost weight, this is what worked for me.
I’m planning to have a great week, food and exercise wise. However, we’re going to Disney next week. If you’ve ever been, you know what the food is like in the parks (burgers, fries, fried chicken, pizza). We used a certain vacation package that includes our meals; Reid informed me last night that the meals include appetizers, entree, and dessert. Every meal, people. THAT’S A LOT OF FOOD. Thankfully, we’ve planned our trip around incredible restaurants that I know will have healthy options.
Of course, just because the food is there and offered, doesn’t mean I have to eat all of it. Do I plan to eat healthy the whole time? NOOooo way. I can’t wait to visit “France” and get a pastry because it’s incredible. Plus, I remember where the coffee stands are in Epcot and Animal Kingdom, and I plan on indulging in that.
I refuse to let food and weight stress me out during the trip. Hello, are you kidding me, this is a vacation with just the two of us, so I want to enjoy every minute of it, not worrying about petty stuff.
Who wants to place bets on when I’ll cry because I miss Jack? Mind you, I get teary eyed just putting him in the nursery at church. My bets are placed on the plane ride there, but when I see Cinderella’s Castle and I’ll forget all about it.
I haven’t ran in a few days, so I wasn’t sure what my run would be like today. I did intervals for 2.5 miles while listening to the Chicago soundtrack and it was actually relaxing. I’m not sure I’ve ever described any run as relaxing.
I’ve been debating back and forth lately about whether I’m really going to do the Princess 1/2 Marathon in March. 13.1 miles–that’s quite a bit when running 3 miles kicks my butt. With the race being about 4 months out, it’s time to really decide if I’m in or not.
Of course, during my relaxing run tonight, I was thinking “Oh yeah, I can kick this 1/2 marathon’s boo-tay!” Now, as I’m home looking at flight prices, I’m not so sure. My plan, for now, is to put my training into high gear and see how work goes the next couple of months. If finances allow, I’ll go to Disney; if not, I’ll try for the Mercedes 1/2 Marathon in Feb.
Jack and I went to Target today. Not just any Target, either, but the supposed largest Target in the US. I can’t find any proof on that, it’s just what I’ve heard. 
It made for a fabulous time!
When we came across the massive Christmas section, I was so excited and giddy that I almost peed my pants. Ok, maybe not really, but I was THAT excited! We love the holiday season in the Davis household, so being able to share it with Jack this year just makes it even more special. I showed Jack all the singing snow globes and lights. It was really fun.
I remember all Holiday season last year talking and thinking about what this year would be like with Jack and how fun it would be and NOW IT’S HERE!!! I can’t wait to see his reaction to the Christmas tree lights and to hang his stocking up with ours. Fun fun fun!
So, Happy [early] Holidays everyone!
Happy Monday!
I bought Jack’s costume when I was pregnant, before I even knew he was a boy! So, needless to say, I’ve been looking forward to him dressing up for a long time.
Jack’s had a rough couple of days lately. Maybe he’s fighting getting sick, maybe its teething, or maybe he’s just crying. We have no idea, but he has screamed and cried real tears A LOT this week.
Today was no different.
Tonight we dressed him up with the hopes he could hold back on the tears long enough for us to meet some of our neighbors. We walked to the end of our street to find a bouncy house, 10 pizzas, chili, cake, and countless candy. Our neighbors really know how to throw a block party, for reals.
It would have been fun, but Jack lost it. He cried the whole time, so we each took turns eating a piece of pizza, talked to one neighbor, and jetted home.
Don’t think he won’t be putting that costume back on tomorrow. I want more pictures! Plus, I couldn’t stop laughing at him. I think any time I get annoyed with him, I’ll put that costume on him to make me feel better.
Today was not my favorite of days with Jack.
I was uber stressed about doing Samantha’s training show tonight, still trying to get it all ready, oh and you know, take a shower and do my hair like a normal person, while keeping Jack happy. He’s normally pretty even keel, but he was whiny today. Didn’t do much for my stress level.
Reid worked late, so when he got home I had thirty minutes left. I put on my ipod and told them to pretend I wasn’t there while I finished up.
Then, on my way to the party, I got a text from Reid saying that Jack rolled over!!
Now, here’s when my perspective kicked in…
There was a sweet little girl, 14 months, at the party. Cute, cute, cute. BUT, also, walking, walking, walking. Um, can we say “not ready for that”?!
So, now I’m home, and can’t wait to give Jack a big hug in the morning and apologize for my craziness today, then thank him for not crawling or walking yet.
Holy moly.
I’m hoping for a late walker.
Jack and I went shopping with Deena today.
I’m waiting for this hat to go on sale for him!!!
And this top and vest to go on sale for me!
Relaxed
Jack was staring at the carousel. We need to take him one day soon, before the mall gets too crowded with Christmas shoppers.
And more smiling
Wowie, wow, wow, wow.
Another month has gone by, so that means its time for you to hear me talk about how I can’t believe my baby is *blank* amount of months old. Just wait til he hits a year old, you’ll really be sick of it by then.
As I was saying, WOW! There is a 7 month old living in our house! And it’s fantastic, most of the time.
The goings on of Jack Ryan:
* Eating food three times a day! Oatmeal mixed with banana for breakfast is a favorite. Other times, its apples, plums, and random veggies.
* Sitting up. This is super recent, as of today he’s been better than ever on it.
* Wanting to move. He hasn’t figured out scooting or anything like that, but he knows he wants to move. He’s started grunting towards certain toys, trying to reach them.
* The big boy toys that we had saved for 6 mos and up are now being used.
* He’s realized that we do, in fact, have a cat. Stop everything if Chewy walks in the room. This is very annoying during mealtimes. I’m certain that chasing Chewy will be on his to-do list in a few months. He loves to pet Chewy and amazingly, Chewy lets him.
* Squealing til someone looks at him.
I’m sick again, so I’ve been paranoid all day that he’s sick, too. I’m not sure, though. I hope he stays sick-free for now.
Here are some pictures from today:
Well, hello there!
Why are the smiling pictures always blurry!?
Aaaaand we’re done.
Jack and Reid at dinner Monday night. They were wishing Cammie a Happy Birthday via text.
* Thursday night, I started getting a cold. It was in full force Friday morning. This was my first time being really sick as a mom and I quickly learned that I wouldn’t get the day off; although, Jack was extremely sweet all day. I tried to keep my distance; all in all, it went ok and Reid was able to take over once he got home from work.
* Jack couldn’t get to sleep last night. After getting him up to change his nasty diaper, we all three got on the floor in his room to play for a bit. The moments of just the three of us, all quiet, except Jack’s laughter, are my favorite.
* Jack’s getting the hang of sitting up by himself. I’m a very proud Mama.
* After taking Zicam all day Friday, then sleeping til 1 pm on Saturday, I felt tons better. So much better, that I went running later in the afternoon at the park. After a mile, I realized that yep, I had been sick and I was feeling it. So, I only did a mile and a half and went home due to my lungs feeling like they were on FIRE!
* Speaking of running, I really need to write down an actual running plan if I’m going to do the Princess 1/2 marathon in March. Am I really going to do this?!?!?!
* I’m not a fan of the new gym I’ve been trying out. I think I just need to invest in heavier weights for the house and I’ll be all set. I’ll just miss the elliptical and treadmill, but I’ll live. I’ll keep running and use my bike more, and get warmer clothes!
* Sick or not, insomnia is still here. Tylenol PM is my drug of choice.
* My baby fever has subsided, which I knew it eventually would. I can’t help but see how darn cute Jack is and know that I want another some day. Until that someday, as in years from now, I’ll keep with my birth control, thank you very much. ((Of course, right now, Jack isn’t crawling or walking, so he’s easy to contain. Once all that starts, I might re-think the whole sibling thing, haha!))
Ok, this blog need to end. This video is for Lori. This is how I envision us finishing the 1/2 marathon in March. I can’t stop laughing!!!
