I hate it how stupid past decisions still influence my life today. Yes, I did learn from them, but they have a way of sneaking into my mind and changing the way I do things. It angers me.

On a more positive note, I have had such a great time recently looking at sewing and quilting projects. I have collected an assortment of fabrics that complement each other. Now all I need is a project and a bit of guidance. I want to make quilted wall hangings. That would be fun, and it would also help me to cover some of the still bare walls of our house. Yesterday at Jo-Ann's I found a guide to a project for a cute apron. I think it'll make a good first project, as it is primarily straight lines and bigger pieces of fabric. If I get to it, I'll be sure to post a picture or two. :)

On Thursday night, Bob and I had our pictures taken by Sarah at Manito. I can't wait to see how they turned out! I am excited. From there, we went to dinner at The Olive Garden and splurged, ordering drinks and dessert this time (we do this about once a year). I should probably clarify that when I say drinks I mean lemonade and iced tea. :)

Well, it's a wonderfully rainy Sabbath morning. Bob's in the shower and I am making a breakfast of hashbrowns, morningstar sausage patties, and scrambled egg-beaters. I better go make sure it's all going well. :)

So since my wedding 2 years ago, I have gained nearly 20 lbs and have gone from a size 4 to a 8-10. Talk about depressing! No excuse. I've decided to do something about it.

On Wednesday I joined the local gym. I have since enjoyed yoga and Zumba class, as well as my own personal workouts. My goal is to lose at least 10 lbs by the end of the summer. Who knows if it'll happen or not, but we'll see. All I can do is my best

Today I went to Ross and found a few workout outfits that I feel good in. Not baggy, but not second skin either ('cause nobody wants to see that!). Definitely will fit a smaller version of me. :) And I've made a pact with myself- these are the last clothes that I will buy until I can fit into smaller clothes. No use buying more clothes that will (hopefully) be too big soon. Now when I go to the closet and get depressed because something doesn't fit, instead of going to get new clothes, it's off to the gym!

I wrote this on my public blog in hopes that it'll hold me accountable. Sorry if it's TMI!