Getting over the hump

I had an extremely difficult time getting going today. Anorah woke up at 5:30am and my body was not ready for that! I was so tired that I convinced myself that I needed a day off. No getting dressed, no doing the dishes, and no shining the sink.

pI made it through most of the day feeling ok with my decision. When Anorah went down for her 2nd nap I started to hear those pesky voices. They said things like, "You are so lazy.""you deserve to be lazy." And then I started to feel guilty.

It got to the point that there was nothing of interest on the internet and no more TV to be watched. So I decided that I would start a load of laundry. After doing that I thought, "I deserve to bless my home today and my family deserves to live in a blessed home." So I decided to do the dishes and shine my sink. After that I spent some time decluttering the big kitchen counter, and cleaned up Anorah's toys.

When Anorah woke up I realized that I stunk and looked awful. So I took a shower and did my hair and makeup. Right after that I got a call from our good friends interested in an inpromtu get together. I was able to say yes without hesitating! I was dressed and clean and the main areas of my home were also. What a wonderful feeling! And now I'm going to be rewarded by good friends, good conversation, maybe a game, and pizza! What a wonderful surprise!

I've never stuck with any self improvement plan for longer than a few days, I realized I've made it a week. I'm feeling very good about myself and my home. I'm still a work in progress, which is great, and I look forward to continuing my work!

Going Strong!

So far I've done really well with sticking with the fly program. I'm now on day 6! I've explained a lot of what I've been doing and working on with Marc and he's been super supportive, he even helps!

Yesterday I was able to keep the kitchen clean and my sink shining, washed most of the laundry, swept the front walkway and washed the front door. One of the problems that I've been having is getting started as soon as I wake up. I usually shower and get dressed during Anorah's first nap. I also haven't been wearing lace up shoes because it's just too hot. Today I'm finishing up the laundry, and worked on cleaning off the junk counter in the kitchen. All in all I feel like I've been successful and actually look forward to the daily emails with the daily plan and the challenges. Who knew something so simple could make you feel so good!?

Positive moment: I spoke with my mom yesterday and she told me that I was the best mom! It made me feel wonderful! I definitely learned from the best!

Anorah updates!

She has her 9 month appointment tomorrow so I'll have updated measurements then. She now says "mama", claps, and can stand without holding onto anything. It's really cute, when she stands she'll balance and then clap her hands! She also likes to push her little activity table around the family room.

Her and Sofie are very good friends. Whenever Anorah wakes up from a nap Sofie runs into her room and stands at her crib. Sofie will also let Anorah have her rawhide bone. We're trying to discourage this but with Sofie's help it's been hard. Anorah and Chewie get along fine, but Chewie is definitely my dog, he tolerates her. Anorah has started wearing 12 month clothes and I don't think it will be long before she outgrows all of her 9 month outfits. I'll update with her measurements tomorrow!

Flying through day 4

I had to work this morning, so I had no choice but to get dressed and put on my shoes. :) But I did empty and load the dishwasher and shine my sink before I left for work. It's amazing how doing something so small can make you feel good about yourself. My goal for this month is to establish some type of laundry routine. There is nothing worse than having to wear a dirty shirt or (gasp) realize you don't have any clean underwear. I plan on doing a load of towels this evening before bed. I still have to complete my babystep for the day, so I'm off to do that!

Flying days 2 & 3

I've made it through my third day of babystepping. I need to shine my sink today, but I think I'm doing pretty well!
Positive thought for the day: I'm happy with my ability to do my job. Being a nurse isn't easy, but I like what I do!