WOO HOO Wednesday!

Swazzle

GOOD MORNING! 

I'm in a fantastic mood today and I'm going to be a giant AW about it! Today is my weigh-in day and I was -0.8 lbs for a total of -9.4 overall! And for a non-scale victory: I really hate washing my jeans because they're always impossibly tight afterwards and it's almost painful to put them on and button them. I put on just-washed jeans this morning and buttoned them NO PROBLEM and NO MUFFIN TOP. HOORAY! 

Feeling really good about myself today even if my outfit is boring AF: 



And just for good measure: 



I also did my T25 workout this morning (W2D3!) and I was able to follow the modifier much less today. I'm feeling SO freaking motivated and positive and HOPEFUL that I'll hit my 10 lbs goal next week which is perfect because it's right before Chicago! 

Tonight I have a wax appointment so I don't show up at @GoldenPenguin 's house with a mustache and shitty eyebrows on Friday. Then I'm either meeting H for sushi or picking it up to take home depending on if we're having company or not. If no company then I'll probably pack for the weekend to get it out of the way. 

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Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
I'm pretty sure you're all aware of what I'm WOO HOOing today  

What are you wearing today? 
Dark skinny jeans, black boots, black long-sleeved shirt with a grey tank AND A SMILE

What are you feasting on today? 
Breakfast: Avocado toast and a HB egg, coffee
Lunch: Turkey, bacon, avocado, spinach, and tomato in a wrap 
Dinner: SUSHI AND WINE! 
Snacks: Banana, strawberries, baby carrots

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
My eyes, they're a pretty blue-grey color that I love

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
Right now I'm digging my motivation but overall/usually, my loyalty

PamBeesly524

@Swazzle congrats on losing 9 salamis! You look amazing, and just hearing about how you are putting on your dryer pants with ease is motivating me to start eating better again haha. That is literally the worst feeling first thing in the morning. I also got my eyebrows done this week - they were so gross... how is it possible that overgrown eyebrows can make you feel so shitty?

Last night H and I saw David Cross! He was super funny.. Started and ended his show on a light note but the middle was extremely political. He's a super liberal atheist and some of his jokes he took soooo far... But he made good points and clearly was trying to make us uncomfortable and make us think about the state of the country. I thought he was great.

Today I have to run after work because I've missed the last two days.. Hopefully we'll cook something yummy for dinner.

Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
Unfortunately no, but I wish I was!

What are you wearing today? 
Black skinny pants, black boots, purple plaid over-sized top.

What are you feasting on today? 
Breakfast: oatmeal with all the fixins, per usual
Lunch: quinoa taco salad, day 3
Dinner: maybe that delicious portobello mushroom/egg recipe we tried last week
Snacks: veggie chips

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
I think I have pretty bangin' legs, even if they are short.

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
My sense of humor.

Swazzle

@PamBeesly524 - Thank you! I have a thing with eyebrows and I get mine done every 3 weeks (I have an unlimited yearly pass at EWC) and they STILL get all disheveled as my appointment gets closer. Eyebrows can really make or break your face lol I think that's why I'm so obsessed with them. 

Your night last night sounds like so much fun! Glad you had a good time! 

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@Swazzle - The dryer/pants thing is a big deal.  You look really great!

@PamBeesly524 - How far are you planning on running tonight?

Hopefully today will fly by for me.  I have a busy-ish morning at work.  We've got severe storms and chance for tornadoes tonight, so that is no fun.

I got this shirt at Old Navy on Monday (came in the mail!) and I LOVE it.  I want to buy it in EVERY COLOR, but I only have 3 more months (or so) to go so I refrained.  

I've got a check-up this afternoon so I'll only be at work until 2:00 or so.  Yay!!

Last night I cooked dinner!!!!  I had put a pork butt in the crockpot before work and seasoned it with adobo seasoning, salt, cumin, and bay leaves.  I shredded it and made carnitas.  Then I sliced and pan-cooked 3 plantains.  We had salad with guac and lime, carnitas tacos, plantains, and pineapples.  H was so happy to have some of my cooking again.  I used to cook every weekday and almost all meals for the weekend, so this has been a real change for us.  Anyway, look at these gorgeous plantains!


I also folded a couple loads of laundry.  My back was hurting, so I used my maternity brace to keep an ice pack on my back while I folded.  It was also a handy cell phone holder!  Looks ridiculous, but a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do!



Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
Yes - house cleaner is coming today!!  I'm also wearing flats with bare legs instead of something long or tights and short sleeves today.  I LOVE WARM WEATHER.

What are you wearing today? 
My new Old Navy shirt, a scarf, a black flowy skirt, and snakeskin flats.  And my badge.  



What are you feasting on today? 
Breakfast (spread out through the entire morning): An eggo, homemade egg burrito, little bit of iced coffee, Greek yogurt.
Lunch: Leftover carnitas over salad with cilantro, lime, and guac and a few leftover plantains.  Pineapple for dessert.
Snack: Not sure, but I have a few options at work.
Dinner: Same as lunch.

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
Right now, not much.  I used to be pretty muscular, especially my legs, and I miss that a lot.  I guess my favorite thing right now is that my skin is relatively clear for the majority of the pregnancy!

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
Ugh, these questions caught me at a bad time!  I'm going through a cycle of a lot of anxiety/feeling awful about myself.  I'm usually a very quick thinker and make connections very easily.  It comes in handy with my job and also with our pastoring.  I also try to be someone who doesn't hold a grudge.  I used to be the type of person who would hold a grudge forever, but my H has really helped me grow and mature in this area.

PamBeesly524

@CocoBellaF Your dinner sounds amazing! And that shirt looks so comfy. I have to run 4.5 today, but we'll see - It's been super windy (like 50mph gusts) the last few days in Boston so if it keeps up today I'm not even going to try and fight it.

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@PamBeesly524 - Where in Boston do you run?  I've followed a blog for a while, and I love it when she posts pictures of her runs along the Charles.  H and I had our HM in Boston and can't wait to come back one day.  It's a gorgeous city!!

Swazzle

@CocoBellaF - Thanks! Your dinner sounds yummy! 

PamBeesly524

@CocoBellaF I live in a pretty decent area for running, so I usually run around my apartment but it can get hilly. So for longer runs I will drive down to the river and run there - it really is beautiful! Last weekend I was racing the crew boats which was kinda fun.

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@Swazzle WOO HOO!!!! You look fantastic! Congratulations on your weight loss! You're doing such an awesome job! 

Ugh my allergies are killing me this morning. We had a pretty good night last night. I went to CrossFit and DH did his weigh in (over 30 days) and lost 4 lbs! He is doing great despite working a lot and not being able to exercise as often as he would like.

We had a cauliflower dish for dinner last night and it was noms! I don't eat a lot of cauliflower so I was surprised with how yummy it was.

Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
I'm feeling WOO HOO for DH and his 4 lb loss! 

What are you wearing today? 
A white skirt, blue jean button down, navy flats, and a floral scarf.

What are you feasting on today? 
Breakfast: Yogurt and coffee
Lunch: Going to mexican with a friend
Dinner: Leftovers

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
I struggle with self-confidence in my appearance A LOT so I don't really have a favorite body part. If it had to be anything...I would say my butt lol. I like it because gravity hasn't taken its affect on it like it has with the rest of my body haha.

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
My hard work ethic. I get shit done. I don't slack off and I stay really organized. I also really love my creative juices. I love it when I get a new idea on things and it gets me so excited lol.

**trigger warning**  [spoiler] My heart is absolutely broken this morning for a friend of mine. She had a baby boy almost three months ago and he passed away last night. I didn't see any details for the cause of death and as far as I know he was born healthy. I just cannot imagine what she is feeling right now. I've been in tears all morning just thinking of her and her family. Each day is so precious with our loved ones. [/spoiler]

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I am JEALOUS @PamBeesly524.

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@southernpeach89 - Your outfit sounds like spring perfection!  And as to your spoiler, that is absolutely devastating.  I hope that they can find some peace in the days to come.  It must hit your mama-heart especially hard.

LizzyTish88

@Swazzle YAY for 9 pounds and the NSV!!! You're killing it!

@PamBeesly524 Glad you had fun last night. 

@CocoBellaF Glad you're feeling slightly better.

Last night the weather was nice so I brought Tessie for a walk and then came back and did my 20 minute Zumba video. Last week at my weigh in I was up over a pound and it pissed me right off, so this morning I got on the scale and I am back down. Tomorrow is my official weigh in so we shall see. I had wanted to be under a certain number by Chicago and I was, then went back over it, so I need to get back under and keep going. 

Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
I am getting my hair chopped tonight! I am talking off 7ish inches and going a tad below my shoulders. I can't wait!! It's too long right now and it gets tangled just by rubbing on my neck when it's down.

What are you wearing today? 
I was thisclose to taking a pic this morning because I felt cute and I didn't! I should have. Instead you will all have to deal with this bathroom picture! Pink sweater over a white tank and black slacks.


What are you feasting on today? 
Breakfast: Coffee and watermelon!
Lunch: Greek Yogurt and a handful of pringles. 
Dinner: Maybe the zooldles we didn't have last night, or salad. Not sure when I'll be home after my hair appt.
Snacks: Pickle pack! LOL this thing is so good and zero points!

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
My ass.

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
My adventurous side. I'm always up for something and trying a new activity.

PamBeesly524

@southernpeach89 yay to your H! What was the cauliflower dish you guys made? And I'm so sorry to hear about your friend, they'll be in my thoughts.

@caseface5 Can't wait to see your haircut!

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@PamBeesly524  It's not super healthy lol but it has veggies in it so it's still good right lol? It was so good...here is the link to the recipe:
http://eatathomecooks.com/baked-pasta-with-cauliflower-and-cheese/

PamBeesly524

@southernpeach89 Oh MAN that looks good!

jenna8984

@swazzle 9 salamis?! Holy crap that's awesome. I hope I can be as motivated as you once I give birth because right now I am not at all and haven't used my treadmill or anything. Also...."you're never fully dressed without a smile"!!

@cocobellaf those tacos sound awesome. I can never see any of your pics it makes me so sad!

Hmmm not much to report on today so I'll just skip to the questions!

Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
Annual reviews and raises came out Monday and I got 4%! 3 years ago I told H a certain number goal that I'd like to be at as a 10 year plan...I'm now just 1k short of that!

What are you wearing today?

 

What are you feasting on today? 
Breakfast: I always make a fruit smoothie but today I kinda said fuck it and made a strawberry, chocolate milkshake instead
Lunch: lemon chicken & corn
Dinner: I think shake n bake chicken thighs & sweet potatoes
Snacks: string cheese, hard boiled egg

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
My J-Lo booty has always gotten compliments, and before my stomach

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
My thoughtfulness. I always text friends asking how their grandma's surgery went, or how their son's soccer game went, or will bring them a treat if I'm stopping by their work.               

PamBeesly524

@jenna8984 Love the bump and your shirt! Congrats on the raise, that must feel amazing!

jenna8984

@pambeesly524 thanks! My friend gave me an entire maternity wardrobe so I've been digging through finding new stuff everyday lol. Also, I used to be so jealous of my friend when she's post pics everyday running at Castle Island. That's the perfect running spot!

@caseface5 oh wow that's going to be so different!! (your hair). Can't wait to see it tomorrow.

@southernpeach89 omg saddest thing ever. I don't know how people make it through that.

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@caseface5 - AW your new hairs tomorrow!!

@jenna8984 - MMMM, morning milkshake.  Excellent choice!  And you look great.  

Swazzle

@southernpeach89 - Your outfit today sounds adorable and congrats to your H on the loss! I'm so sorry to hear about your friend. That's so awful and sad. 

@caseface5 - You look awesome! 

@jenna8984 - Cut yourself some slack, you're growing a human. You look gorgeous and congrats on the raise! 

speakeasy14

@swazzle Way to go on the weight loss!
@caseface5 can't wait to see your haircut
@cocobellaf is the brace helping?
@jenna8984 congrats on the raise! 

Still feeling blegh today, but I'm back at work. Hopefully the day goes by fast, I just want to be curled up in my bed.

Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
Not really

What are you wearing today? 
Grey dress pants, navy blouse, nude flats

What are you feasting on today? 
Had oatmeal for breakfast, going to have parfait and carrots for lunch, leftovers for dinner.  Oh and tons of water.

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
My eyes and my booty.

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
My heart - if I care about someone, I will do anything for them

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@speakeasy14 - Not really.  She is just carrying large and low.  It is handy to hold an ice pack or heating pad, though.  

Swazzle

@speakeasy14 - Thank you! So glad you're starting to feel better!  I need you in tip top form in EIGHT days. 

beachyone15

WOO HOO indeed! I got the raise I asked for at my evaluation a few weeks ago! Well, not the entire amount but pretty damn close. I feel great about it because asking for a raise is so nerve-wrecking but I'm really proud of myself for going for it! I also learned that I'll be moving back to my original desk space in 2 weeks since we've hired a new person to sit up front. I am NOT going to miss sitting up here and answering phones. AND, in other good news, my back is starting to feel slightly better. It still hurts, but I used ice instead of heat last night and I think that really made a difference. At least I can stand up straight now!!!

Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
See all of the above

What are you wearing today? 
Black pants, polka dot blouse, light blue sweater

What are you feasting on today? 
Breakfast: Oatmeal
Lunch: Salad with fruit
Dinner: Hoping to make egg salad tonight
Snacks: Yogurt

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
Apparently, we all really like our asses around here...

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
That I'm a good listener.

@swazzle - You are AWESOME! Once my stupid back pain goes away I'm getting back to the gym! When old clothes/tight clothes start to fit again, that's my favorite feeling.
@PamBeesly524 - Mushroom/egg recipe please?
@CocoBellaF - Those carnitas sounds amazing! And I love the color of that shirt on you.
@southernpeach89 - Congrats to your H!
@caseface5 - You better AW that new haircut! What's a pickle pack?
@jenna8984 - You look great! I think pregnancy suits you. Congrats on your raise!
@speakeasy14 - Hope you start feeling better soon!

labro

@Swazzle CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!! 9 whole salamis!!!!

@southernpeach89 I'm so so devastated for your friend and her family. How horrible! My heart is breaking for them today.

I also don't have a ton of exciting things happening today. It's the second to last day before the quarter so I'm sure it will be busy. I didn't get to shop yesterday for H's birthday gift. The first time I tried to leave the house I had to turn around because I forgot his bow that I'm having restrung, and then the second time I made it almost to the store before I realized I didn't have my wallet so I had to turn around AGAIN. At that point I figured shopping just wasn't in the cards and gave up. After work I repainted our mailbox and it looks so nice! I refreshed the black color on the box itself and then I painted the base an off-white to match the house trim and the numbering a dark oil-rubbed bronze. It was a huge PITA but it's all done now and hopefully it really adds to the street value.

Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
It's almost April! Vacation is in 5 days!!!!

What are you wearing today? 
Jeans, a white elbow length sleeve shirt, teal scarf, SANDALS

What are you feasting on today? 
Breakfast: I've had coffee so far
Lunch: FOOD. I have no idea yet, maybe the tomato soup and grilled cheese place that @southernpeach89 introduced me to.
Dinner: A dish we call schinken noodle - it's basically egg noodes, leftover chopped ham, carmelized onions, maggi seasoning, and shredded cheddar cheese all baked in the oven.
Snacks: Banana, strawberries, baby carrots

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
I love my eyes. They look brown in a lot of pictures but in person they are a light brown in a thin ring around the iris, and then a funky starburst pattern of hazel all rimmed in dark grey. Apparently it's a condition called central heterochromia but I think it looks pretty cool. My mom's eyes are the same but hers are more hazel/green with the same spiky starburst pattern.

I appreciate the fact that my massive boobs are still defying gravity.

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
My work ethic. My loyalty to my friends and my family. My generosity. My intelligence.

MissKittyDanger

@Swazzle  whoo!! Congrats

@PamBeesly524 I totally agree about the eyebrow thing!

@jenna8984 congrats!

So yesterday I didn't up eating lunch until about 3pm because work was just so busy. I decided to stop and eat because I nearly passed out while doing something.

Not much last night. Got laundry done and dishes. Only thing left is the giant roasting pan from Friday that I've been scrubbing and soaking. Downside about the glaze we did, it just caked on so hard!
We basically tried to keep it light last night, since both Matt and I had a rough/busy day.

It's the season that tiny bugs get into the apartment. Luckily Penny is our hunter, so they're caught quick. {She finds, I kill}
This does mean I have to be more diligent on vacuuming and make sure I get wall and door edges. I also spray hairspray along the edges to "seal" it. It's an old building made of mainly wood, so it's not surprising.
I can't wait to buy a house. Between that and it took me almost and hour and half to put laundry in last night ..... guh!



Is anyone else feeling WOO HOOish about anything?
Only thing that comes to mind is that it's a 3 pay month and my pay is tomorrow!


What are you wearing today? 
Purple dress pants, light grey with black lace shirt, and black heels {black blazer here just in case}


What are you feasting on today? 
Breakfast: French vanilla and chocolate chip muffin
Lunch: blueberry jam sammich
Dinner: likely hamburger helper
Snack: I have a yogurt in the fridge here at work

What's your favorite physical thing about yourself?
Hmm .... I would say my eyes. I got the colour from my dad, but they're pretty expressive like my mum

What's your favorite non-physical thing about yourself?
I'll go with what my boss says about me. {and my mum agrees} I'm very empathetic with people.
Tbh that's a huge deal for my job, because majority of the time people come in or call, they're super stressed out.

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@TwoDimes, I want to wear your outfit please.  

jenna8984

@beachyone15 Woohoo! congrats on your raise too!! And moving back to your desk finally

@speakeasy14 feel better!!

So apparently the snowflakes that GBCK feel the same way over on the bump.....this girl had a truly awful name in the running for her daughter and none of us were rude. We just said that's a terrible name for these reasons. And we got the whole speech "I don't know if it's just pregnancy hormones making you such a bitch...I thought this would be a community of KIND soon-to-be mothers, if you didn't like the name just don't comment...." Oh brother. (for the record the name was Motley- for a girl. Yea like fucking Motley Crue)

labro

@beachyone15 and @jenna8984 Congratulations to both of you on your raises!!!!

PamBeesly524

@MissKittyDanger I feel you on the laundry thing! That's the biggest PITA about apartment living.

@beachyone15 For some reason the link is down for the recipe! but you essentially take a portobello mushroom and crack an egg into it (I used ramekins to keep everything place, the recipe used foil), slap some cheese and avocado on top and bake it til the egg cooks. The recipe said to cook the mushroom and then broil the egg on to - idk about you but i don't think you can broil eggs haha. So we baked it all... top with salsa and bacon! Or whatever other delicious things you can think of.

beachyone15

@jenna8984 - That's awful. What's wrong with people?!