Taking the Leap

So for the first time in over a decade I sent a resume for a full-time teaching position at a local daycare/preschool. I didn't put down anything that wasn't the truth and didn't fluff what I have. I miss teaching something awful. The thoughts of cutting out construction paper and gluing glitter on projects create a sense of excitment that other teachers would understand.

But the issue of are they going to call for an interview is going to be alittle hard to wait for. I can only put out a little prayer of hope that it will fall into place. I know I am a good teacher and I just wish that I get a chance to show it. Wish me luck!

My 10 New Years Wishes and Hopes

1. For this to be a healthy year for my family.
2. To let go of the things that I can't change.
3. Go back to where my passion is which is teaching.
4. Learn how to accept that my body has had four kids and not everything is snapping back.
5. Go into a VS store and buy a bra to give me some boobage.
6. Clean the clutter out of my life and home.
7. To say what I mean and do what I say.
8. To accept that the weight is coming off at its own rate and that is ok.
9. Read the book club books this year.
10. Know that it is ok to be me, the good, the bad and the ugly.

New Years and a New Me

We are totally snowed in here in MA so it looks like me and the computer are going to spend some time together today. Tomorrow I will be seven weeks out and I can see changes happening on the inside and out. I heard that feelings can come out when you can't mask them with food and that is more true than I knew. So after some reflection about the new year coming I think I have found what I am going to have as my resolution. Here it is.

In the new year I am going to accept the compliments and not turn it into a negative(Sheri you look great!(I take it as,what did they think of me before). I think you get what I mean. I also am going to speak my truth and not conform my thoughts to please others.

My hopes for the new year seems to be the same as last. I would hope that 2011 brings family back together, healing and health to all. Happy New Year.

Day of Surgery to Five Weeks Out

Five Weeks Out

What a miserable day here in Massachusetts. It is rainy and cloudy, but I got my hair cut last night and I am feeling pretty hip. I really haven't changed clothing sizes lately but I know it is coming so I am not going to get depressed about it. Those jeans in my closet are my next goal, so hopefully in a few weeks or so you'll hear that I got into them.

This week I started Zumba class, and I absolutely love it. I hope Evan will stay in the child watch so I can get a few classes in this week. All in all I am feel pretty good. Slight nausea at times, but only a few foods have come back up. Tuna and chicken in a can are not my friend.

In a couple months they say I should anticipate losing some hair. Not something that I am looking forward to but it happens with surgery. In the meantime I better get my butt in gear and holiday preparations. Only a few gifts purchased and no tree up yet. I will get it done cause I always do but just not feeling that holiday spirit yet. Anyhow, have a great rest of your weekend.

Red Kidney Bean Soup

This is my go to meal and is high in protein.

a package of dried red kidney beans(soak overnight)

in the morning change the water and add

1 small tomato paste
1 splenda
Two sticks of churrico with the casing removed( you can use turkey sausage if you are worried about the fat)
1 onion diced
1/2 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp chili powder

Simmer for 2 hours or until beans are soft

I add greek yogurt and cheese to up the protein. I puree the soup prior to adding the yogurt and cheese.

Three Weeks Post op

Ok so I have been panicking that I have only lost ten pounds since the surgery. The doc was not concerned and said the body is going to catch up so don't worry so much. Anyways I am losing inches which is great.

This morning I am down another 2 pounds so it is finally going down again. Yeah!!!