Since I am constantly getting sick and my average cold sets me back at least two weeks AND my symptoms seem to be worse than the average person's...I have decided to incorporate some new rules into my everyday living.
1. Drink a gallon of water every day
2. Drink two green drinks daily (otherwise I don't get enough vegetables in my diet)
3. No white sugar or white flour
Yep...that's it. I've been doing it for almost two weeks now. Please don't misunderstand one thing...I will still be eating "sweets." They will, however, be sweetened with stevia, xylitol, fruit juice concentrates, honey or agave, sucanat, etc..
I'm just SO tired of getting sick any time a cold goes around. Granted, my immunity is shot (which is partly why I get the cold) BUT ANYTIME I eat sugar I almost immediately get a sore throat. Apparently, according to various articles I have read, sugar lowers your immunity. Go figure!
I'll keep ya'all posted on how my desserts turn out from this point forward.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Halloween
Quick Summary:
Kennedy was a "pumpkin fairy" for Halloween. I made the tutu and bought the fairy wings at the dollar store.
We went to our ward's Trunk or Treat. It was a lot of fun. I decided that Kennedy is too young for sugary sweets, so she didn't get to eat any of her candy. I figure she has PLENTY of years to enjoy Halloween candy in the future. Just so ya'all know, Brandon and I didn't eat it either. It is still sitting in her treat or treat bag in the kitchen pantry.
Later that night Brandon and I watched "Wait Until Dark" with Audrey Hepburn. I know it's an older movie, but I really enjoyed it. The ending was pretty suspenseful. The main bad guy is sooooooooo creepy!
Kennedy was a "pumpkin fairy" for Halloween. I made the tutu and bought the fairy wings at the dollar store.
We went to our ward's Trunk or Treat. It was a lot of fun. I decided that Kennedy is too young for sugary sweets, so she didn't get to eat any of her candy. I figure she has PLENTY of years to enjoy Halloween candy in the future. Just so ya'all know, Brandon and I didn't eat it either. It is still sitting in her treat or treat bag in the kitchen pantry.
Later that night Brandon and I watched "Wait Until Dark" with Audrey Hepburn. I know it's an older movie, but I really enjoyed it. The ending was pretty suspenseful. The main bad guy is sooooooooo creepy!
Halloween Happiness!
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| Brandon giving a piggy back ride to Kennedy. |
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| Dancing with my daddy! |
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| High Five Dad! |
Monday, October 25, 2010
Transitions
I know this might shock some of you, but this post is not about Kennedy. It's about me. For those of you who know me fairly well, you know that I have recently made the transition from a working mom to a stay-at-home mom. Wow! What an eye opener!
First off, I have learned that I did NOT appreciate my husband (while he was staying at home with Kennedy) as much as I should have. Being at home is a lot of work!
Second, I have learned that keeping a close relationship with my Savior is what keeps my life purposeful and grounded. You know that saying that goes something like, "If momma ain't happy ain't nobody happy." Well....there is a lot of truth to that. Basically, if a mother's "spiritual well" is bone dry....her family will unfortunately suffer as well.
Third, I have learned that in order to enjoy your child and not view parenting only as a list of responsibilities, you need to PLAY with your child. I know this sounds like common sense, but coming from a job where I had a lot of responsibilities...I sort of took the same approach to parenting. I was miserable. Then I realized I needed to "let it go," just relax, and enjoy playing with my child. Wow! What a difference this has made!
Lastly, I have learned that just when I think I have it all figured out...Kennedy decides to change and I am learning something new all over again!
Well, thanks for enduring me on my soapbox! I just needed to get it out. :)
Coming soon.....pictures of Kennedy's Halloween outfit. I actually made part of the costume!
First off, I have learned that I did NOT appreciate my husband (while he was staying at home with Kennedy) as much as I should have. Being at home is a lot of work!
Second, I have learned that keeping a close relationship with my Savior is what keeps my life purposeful and grounded. You know that saying that goes something like, "If momma ain't happy ain't nobody happy." Well....there is a lot of truth to that. Basically, if a mother's "spiritual well" is bone dry....her family will unfortunately suffer as well.
Third, I have learned that in order to enjoy your child and not view parenting only as a list of responsibilities, you need to PLAY with your child. I know this sounds like common sense, but coming from a job where I had a lot of responsibilities...I sort of took the same approach to parenting. I was miserable. Then I realized I needed to "let it go," just relax, and enjoy playing with my child. Wow! What a difference this has made!
Lastly, I have learned that just when I think I have it all figured out...Kennedy decides to change and I am learning something new all over again!
Well, thanks for enduring me on my soapbox! I just needed to get it out. :)
Coming soon.....pictures of Kennedy's Halloween outfit. I actually made part of the costume!
Diaper Fun
Today Kennedy insisted on wearing a diaper on her head. I wasn't about to spoil her fun. I thought it was just too cute not to post it.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Kennedy LOVES Music!
So Brandon decided to hook Kennedy up with some earphones and an MP3 player. At first it started off as a joke. It has slowly weaved its way into an addiction! She really likes Jack Johnson and Coldplay.
This morning when we were driving Brandon to the park n' ride, I had
the music turned on. I looked in the rear view mirror. There was Kennedy bobbing her head up and down to the rhythm.
This morning when we were driving Brandon to the park n' ride, I had
the music turned on. I looked in the rear view mirror. There was Kennedy bobbing her head up and down to the rhythm.
I'm not sure how much rhythm she'll have (since both of her parents are greatly lacking in that department), but she sure loves listening to her tunes!
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