Not finished

1. The eye doctor

Yesterday I had a lot of anxiety about taking Jack to get the stint taken out of his eye.  Once the doctor came into the room he decided to wait until Spring to remove the stint.  I didn't bat an eye.  It was a super easy visit and I really like Dr. Roberts.  Per usual, Jack was in good spirits and loved getting checked out.

2. Cold medicine

I slept TERRIBLE last night.  I was filled to the brim with snot.  It even woke me up and I had to go cough it up and blow it out.  Yes....too many details.  I am not going to lie, right now I still feel like shit BUT I have medicine on board.  I could not imagine how this cold would of treated me if I didn't fight back with some serious over the counter pills.

I just noticed that I never finished this from last week......I am going to go ahead and post.

I am still alive

1. I am not that sick anymore.

Oh wowzers, this week have had a terrible cold.  I have tried to ignore most of it but on Wednesday it KICKED MY BUTT.  Again, I still tried to ignore.  Thursday I woke up feeling so much better.  Today I haven't gained much progress but I am so grateful that I am not back to Thursday.

2. Holiday shopping

I am happy that I have been able to complete so much of my shopping.   It becomes a tad overwhelming at times but right now I feel like it is in control.  The one bad thing about Christmas this year -- all the boys are asking Santa for something that he is not going to give them.  Owen wants a gaming computer, Cameron wants a REAL panda and Jack wants 2 tigers (one that is green), 2 lions and then last night he added 3 bears.  WTF.  I thought I would be able to convince Jack to switch it to poop play-do.  That hasn't worked. Instead he keeps adding more animals.

3. Closer to my goal
I am getting so close to my pull up goal I can taste it.  I am using a different pull up machine which feels more comfortable to my body.  Looking forward to the day I can cross this off my bucket list.  I can. I will.

4. Time to study

I have a lot of extra time at work that I am able to study for my black belt.  One of my big goals today is to get through my next chapter in my book.  I have a ton TON to learn before I take my exam.

5.  NC

After work and school we are headed to NC to see Pat for a quick 2 day trip.  It will be nice to sit down and catch up.  Usually when I see her I am headed right back out for another trip.  Brian and Lauren will also be there with baby Grace so it should be a great weekend.

the normal

1. Movement

I have worked out everyday since 10/29.  I have no plans to stop.  I am starting to feel great.  The scale isn't moving but I am feeling stronger, mentally tough and more clear minded.  I am really proud of myself.  Here is a picture of SBJ playing duck duck goose when I picked him up today after my spin class.

2. The tree
This evening we made a QUICK (like 7 minutes total) stop at the Christmas tree lot off Keystone.  It's a little bit more expensive than Lowes but it supports a local business and it's super easy.  We left, were home AND had the tree up, with lights, within 90 minutes.  In the next few days we will slowly pull out the ornaments.  By far - this was the easiest year yet.  It's great that the boys are getting older and can help Mike with all of the logistics.  Lifting Owen for the tree was a bit too much weight.  LOL

3. The boys are home
Within seconds our home became loud.  Really loud.  The instant crazy that these two bring is a bit NUTS....nuts in a wonderful type of way.  Loud, crazy and lots LOTS of movement.

4. Bathroom choices
This afternoon my mom and I went to pick up a few more items for the bathrooms at the lake house.  Neither of us have really strong opinions about these rooms so it made it super easy.  I felt like we were in and out.  Grateful not to spend the entire afternoon stressing over faucets and lighting.

5.  Cleaned out fridge
This afternoon Mike cleaned out the fridge.  I am glad that he did it and not me.  Right now as I type is he pulling stuff out of the attic.  Holy hell....love it.

It's only SATURDAY

1. Lunch

Yesterday afternoon we hit up Maggiano's for lunch with the ladies.  It was a great afternoon out where I stuffed myself with bread, filled up on the gossip and had a few glasses of wine.  It goes without saying that we are extremely lucky to have each other.  

2.  Elf on the Shelf
Elf is back in the house and I absolutely love being able to use him by saying that he will tell Santa about bad behavior.  Maybe this is terrible parenting but it makes our day a tad bit smoother so I am going to keep using it while I can.

3. Crime Junkie
Yesterday Kara told me about a podcast that she is obsessed with called Crime Junkie.  I started today.  I am starting to become obsessed as well.

4. Black Friday
I don't go out to the stores on Black Friday BUT I did get a lot of great deals from my computer.  Who doesn't love great deals?

5. Lost and wrapping
Mike and I started a new series....well not new but new to me.  Currently we are watching Lost.  Last night we watched two episodes while I wrapped presents.  Glad to get those wrapped and out of the house.  Oh...and Lost is pretty good too.

Tday

1. Thanksgiving Day

Another year in the books.  Per usual we have a LOT of left over food and the worst part of the day was cleaning up.  It was great to have the neighbors over this year.  Jack had a blast (and his room was destroyed) playing with Micah and Jude.  Oh wait....the worst part of the day was Jack's huge meltdown during dinner.  By the end, my dad took Jack away and within minutes he was back, happy, and apologizing.  Now that I think about it....I am sure my dad gave him candy.  Oh well - grandpa's have those powers.

2. Nicole Bates
The night before Thanksgiving Nicole and I met our for a drink and a quick bite.  I absolutely love meeting with Nicole.  When I got home that night I was trying to put into words why our time together is so inspiring and uplifting.  Nicole is so positive.  She is encouraging, an amazing listener and honest.  She thinks like an entrepreneur, travels the world and makes me THINK deeply about what I want out of life.  Like at the table, she legit asks me the tough questions to make me think deeper.  Basically, I want to be the friend to others like Nicole is to me.

3. Morning Workout

Yesterday morning I went to spin and yoga before the day started.  Actually I was up picking up the house, made a dessert and then went to the gym.  It was a perfect start to the day.  It kicked my ass and left me in the perfect headspace.  I wish my schedule allowed me to do this every day.

4. One more week
We only have one more week of double swim lessons.  Though they are easy and not too much trouble I still don't enjoy being booked every single night with something to do.  I am super grateful that we didn't just "lose" these lessons since they were missed.

5. Long weekend

At the last minute I decided to NOT go to work today.  I think that the driving factor was wanting to go to a class at the gym at 830am.  The teacher from yesterday morning has an 830 and a 945.  I would love to do both and start the weekend off strong.  So freaking grateful I don't have to go to work and study.  

the day before.

1. Target trees on sale
Last night after work and swim lessons Jack and I grabbed my mom and headed to Target.  Our mission was a pre-lit Christmas tree for the lake house.  Mission accomplished.  It was easy and now it's complete.  I am getting excited for the Christmas season.  I was also able to show Jack his Christmas toys and tell him to ask Santa for those specific ones.  Yes - I actually did that.


2. Grocery shopping complete
Yesterday morning I made a quick trip to Kroger before work.  They had SO. MUCH. FOOD.  I was able to get everything purchased and today we will start prepping.


3. hair straightener
This morning I was running REALLY behind. I laid in bed for a full 60 minutes after my alarm went off which meant I needed to get myself and Jack ready in 30 minutes.  I had a 7am interview this morning that I could not miss.  I decided to take my mop of a hairdo and straighten it.  So freaking easy and fixed within seconds.


4. Poinsettia
Yesterday I walked into my office to see a small red poinsettia.  It makes me smile every time I see it.  It reminded me that random acts of kindness really do make a difference in someone's day.


5. Laying with Jack at night
Oh this little sweet boy of mine.  I find myself giving him a few extra hugs and kisses for 2 minutes or so before bed.  He usually talks about his day or just wants to cuddle.  Though many nights I am near the end of my sanity - his little hands make my heart skip a beat.

My husband

1. Thanksgiving Week

I am excited for Thanksgiving this year per usual.  It is going to be a different group than previous years but I am sure I'll discuss that later this week.  I am looking forward to Thanksgiving so I can be off work, spend time with my family, workout in the morning and did I mention be off work?

2.  Cameron and Owen are in Chicago
I am not grateful that these two are gone but I am grateful that they are surrounded by family who love on them.  They will have a great week away.

3. The leaves are collected
For now.  Holy hell we collected a million bags of leaves this weekend.  Most of them were our neighbors.  I am grateful that at the lake we can just blow all of these leaves into the woods.  Suburban living is a bit miserable sometimes.

4. The furnace is FIXED
For approximately a month the furnace has been acting up.  It doesn't work that well and would need some morning help to get it started again.  Yesterday morning I ended up breaking it completely.  By the afternoon someone was out fixing it, did a complete tune up, found the problem and it only cost $144!!!  That is so freaking exciting.

5.  "what are your goals right now"
Yup, my husband asked me this last night as we walked on the treadmill before yoga.  I am working on doing a pull up (which then I proceeded to show my skills) and I am working towards my black belt.  Those were the only two I could name.  Clearly I am in an interesting headspace.  So grateful that my husband asked!