The Wonderful Craziness Called My Life: HAPPY 2012!!!

Well, here it is January 1, 2012. That fabulous time of the year when we make resolutions and then get to December 31 and realize we did not folow through on a single one. Well, I vow that this year is going to be different!

Last night, Johnny asked me if I had any resolutions and I said no. I then asked him if he had made any. He said "yeah, to lose weight." I started laughing immediately. He then preceeds to say "Well, it is one I definitely can keep this year." And you know what, he is right. If one person can keep a resolution to lose weight this year, it would be him. He is so funny sometimes.

Anyway, I do have several resolutions that I want to try and keep this year. I know that I may not keep them perfectly; however, I believe these are ones that are pretty easy to follow.

1 - Workout at least 3 times a week. If I do more, then YAY ME! I think 3 is an obtainable goal and one that is easy to achieve.

2 - Except for one cup of caffeine in the morning, caffeine is gone! Also gone is carbonated beverages (ie. Soda). I am giving up soda for the first time in my life.

3 - Read my bible at least for 30 minutes each morning. Yes, 30 minutes may not be alot of time, but it is better then I am doing now which is none!

4 - For the final resolution, I am going to try 2 new recipes a week. There is a reason behind this resolution. I am getting tired of feeling like I am cooking the same thing over and over again. Plus, this will give me the opportunity to try more healthy recipes for the family and share them with you all.

I guess I have one more final resolution - to write in my blog more. I enjoy sharing these ups and downs with you all. And I appreciate you more than you know for reading my blog. So, from me to you - THANK YOU!! Here is to an exciting 2012!!

Finally - here is the lastest update on Johnny. December 27th was three months post-op. Johnny is down a little over 90 lbs and looks GREAT!! He has done so wonderfully and I am very proud of him.

To close, here is some pics from the previous year and some new ones taken last night and today. I hope you enjoy!