Getting Motivated

The new year is almost here and I'm already thinking of
this weight loss journey that I'm on. I started walking
6 months ago and since the weather has gotten
colder, I haven't been walking. I have been doing
some exercise DVD's but it's just not keeping my
attention.  SOOOO today I called the hospital
that is on my way to and from work to see about
using there workout equipment. There isn't
a gym close to me so this is my only other option.
They have different evening hours throughout
the week and even Saturday morning hours. I
think I can surely find time in the evening
to go and try it out. I'm going to commit to
doing this for a month. If I don't like it or it
isn't working into my schedule, I will try
something else but I want to give this a try.

I really want to get healthy! Don't we all..
Since I suffer from Rheumatoid Arthritis I
really need to get myself in a place where
I am healthy. Maybe even get off my
medicine! That is my ultimate goal!!  I know
healthy eating is a must.  I need to cut
out processed food. I need to eat things that
grow from the ground, not food that is made
in a factory..  I really like fruits and vegetables
but it's easier to open up a package and start
eating than washing & cutting up fresh food.
This is another part of me investing in
myself.

I hope you all will invest in yourself not just
when a new year is upon us but everyday!  :)!

God Bless,
Mitzi

Hello

Well hello there! My name is Mitzi and I really appreciate you stopping by my new blog! I wanted to start this so I can have an outlet to help me. My son is growing up way to fast and I thought this could be a way to document this phase of his life. I'm also going through a weight loss journey and I thought this would be a way to keep track and make myself accountable. I also love to craft (my instagram name is Craftywannabe) but I'm one of those  'nailed' it pictures you see on Pinterest.  Do you Pinterest? I love it!!  I tend to ramble too.... Have you lost interest yet?! I hope not!!  I have a sarcastic sense of humor. I like to make jokes and I hope they come across that way..

I work as a classroom aide in a handicap classroom. I have been with my husband for
over 20 years and we have a 14 year old son.  I suffer from rheumatoid arthritis and
I'm sure I will mention that a time or two here....  I am trying to lose weight so I
will be posting updates and things that are working for me.
I love to find hearts. I believe they are a sign from God, his way of showing
his love for me.  I find hearts in clouds, leaves, rocks, even crumbs on my
floor.

I hope I inspire you to look for God's love everywhere.  You may not find hearts,
you might find feathers or pennies. Whatever it may be I hope you know that
you are loved! Please feel free to let me know If you have a special something that you look for. I would love to hear about it!!

There are only a few days left in 2013, and I can't believe another year is coming to a close..  Last year was my first year for choosing a word to represent what I want to
strive for in the coming year. My word was HAPPY!! This time last year, I was in a dark place. I don't remember all the details, I just remember I wasn't very happy. Plus I turned the big 4-0 in September. I struggled a lot with trying to be happy, in fact I think the more I tried to be happy, the more things crossed my path to make me UNhappy. I'm happy to report that I AM happy!  I have made several
changes in my life and have even lost 30 lbs.. I haven't chose a word yet for 2014, but
I'm leaning towards JOY!!  Everyone needs JOY in their life.....


Well I hope you will come back and visit my blog.  I loved having you here :)!

God Bless,
Mitzi