Ten on Tuesday

1. What does your work out schedule look like?
At the gym - I usually start with 15 minutes on the stationary bike, followed by 15 minutes on the elliptical, followed by 45 minutes on the treadmill. Weights at home, along with extensive stretching and abs.

2. What is your favorite machine to use at the gym?
Treadmill. I'm not a fan of running outdoors. Maybe one day that will change, but I like to run with the AC on and not have to worry about extreme temperatures or rain.

3. What is your favorite class to take at the gym?
Not of fan of classes. I haven't really given any chance, but I prefer to work out at my own pace and do my own thing. It's the only time I have for myself.

4. Where do you shop for work out gear and clothing?
Clothes - Target or Old Navy, Shoes - Footlocker or Kohls

5. If you can't go to the gym, do you have a favorite outdoor activity?
I use the elliptical at my house if I can't go to the gym. If the season is right, I love swimming.

6. What about a favorite workout DVD? If so, please share!
Jillian Michaels The Shred.

7. Are you more active now or when you were in high school?
More active now.

8. How has your dieting/working out philosophy changed since high school?
I eat a lot better and care about what I'm putting into my body. I also have a better appreciation for the body I was given and try to take care of it.

9. What do you do while working out?
Sometimes I listen to my Ipod, but I also like silence every once in awhile. Gives me time to think and I absolutely love to people watch.

10. What working out resolution would you like to make to yourself this year?
To eat better. It's 80% nutrition, 10% exercise, and 10% genes and I believe it. Yes, I'll continue to exercise and maybe learn to love running outside.

To read more Ten on Tuesday answers, check out the lady who started it all, Chelsea!

Friday Favorites

5. Sophronizo.

This is Greek for to teach or admonish. Last night, I had the pleasure of attending a gathering at our church for the young single and married women of the church. Some of the older, Godly women kindly agreed to answer some of our questions on life, relationships, parenting, and marriage. If I had to guess, there were about 70 to 80 people. It was so refreshing and ministered to my heart in so many ways.

4. Cooking.

Now that I'm eating clean, I'm having to experiment with spices and create new recipes.Before, I wouldn't get too adventurous, but now I have more confidence. Besides, if it doesn't taste good, just try again.

3. Pumpkins.

With fall, especially the month of October, there are many different uses for Pumpkin. I like them all. Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Pumpkin Scented Candles, Pumpkin Seeds, Pumpkin Patches, Pumpkin Spice Muffins, and Pumpkin Pie.

2. Answer to Prayers.

Explain more on that later.

1. Adam.

I'm so thankful for my husband. He encourages me and supports me when I need it the most. Our kids adore their Daddy and he is terrific father to them. I am so blessed! I love you, babe!

Mason & Taylor's Favorite Things

Is it sad that this is the first week that things are finally starting to settle down, since we have been home from Houston? I'm not complaining, it's just nice to have things calm and no obligations. We have spent most of our time at the house with a few outings to Target, the gym, and the grocery store.

Last week, we finally faced our fears and gave Mason a haircut. It's not really that we were afraid to cut his hair, he needed it, it was just that it's the biggest pain in the butt. Mason hates the process and it doesn't matter how we do it, attempt it, because he will throw a fit each time. I couldn't take it much longer, so I broke down and told Adam we needed to just get it over with. The boy is extremely smart because the minute we brought in his old high chair, he said, "No haircut!" Thankfully, it only took 20 minutes this time, and not an hour like last time. In the end, he loves it and smiles and shows everyone he meets his hair.

Taylor's hair is finally starting to really grow out. I can pull it back into pig tails, halfway up, or like Pebbles. She has gotten much better about leaving her bows in. Each morning, she asks for a bow after I change her diaper. The girl loves accessories.

It's been awhile, so I figured I would update on the kids favorite things.

Mason
Anything involving trains or cars
Airplanes
Golf
Baseball
Football
Basketball
Reading books
Helping me cook
Painting
Anytime we ask him to help us do something, he jumps on it. I hope he has this kind of willingness as he gets older.
Anything involving tools. He likes to pretend he is fixing cars or furniture.
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
Playground Gym - The playground area for the kids at my gym.
Hotels

Taylor
Tinkerbelle
Minnie Mouse
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
Drawing
Purses
Shoes
Bows
Dresses
Dancing
Mason
Daddy
Football - She likes to cheer and scream "Touchdown"
Tea Parties
Eating
Hotels
People - She is so friendly and says hi to everyone that walks by

Another Disney Trip

I took a TON of pictures the day we went to Disneyland and California Adventure. Here are just a few.

Taylor with all of her stuffed animals in the carseat. Her crib looks about the same.

Outside of Pink's at Knott's Berry Home

Pink's Hot Dogs

Taylor & Mommy waiting in line.

Meeting Minnie Mouse

Daddy & Taylor waiting to meet Mickey

Dumbo Ride

Absolutely love this picture. Mason's face says it all.

Meeting Jesse and the Army Man from Toy Story at California Adventure

Almost all of Taylor's pictures turn out this way these days. The girl cracks me up.

California Adventure

One and only pic of Adam & I that day.

Eating Clean

As of today, I started Eating Clean. Because I want to keep track of my journey, meals, and recipes, I have decided to start a separate blog devoted to clean eating. Feel free to check it out.

http://tabscleaneating.blogspot.com

Goofbot Dance

Mason loves watching Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Adam was able to catch him dancing to one of his favorite episodes the other night. Everytime I watch this video, I can't help but smile.

Friday Favorites

Sorry for the late Friday Favorites post, however, I'm finally able to get around to it. This has been a great week all around. Pictures will have to wait until next time, however, be sure to check back next week because we took a ton of pictures this week.

5. Pink's Hot Dogs.

I don't usually go anywhere to eat hot dogs. If I'm in the mood for a hot dog, I will grill them at home. However, there are two exceptions to this. First, James Coney Island in Houston. Seriously, love their hot dogs. Second, Pink's Hot Dogs. If you have ever watched Travel Channel's favorite eating spots, when it comes to hot dogs, this is on the list as one of L.A.'s favorite establishments. Today, I finally had a chance to taste one and it was worth every bite.

4. Mason's 100%.

They told us it would take about a week to recover from the surgery and they weren't kidding. It wasn't until Tuesday that he was finally back to his old self. You could tell because he kept asking to eat. The poor boy was starving and couldn't wait for each meal. It was joy to watch him eat without grimacing. On top of that, he is sleeping for 12 straight hours at night.

3. Free tickets.

We were offered free tickets to Disneyland and California Adventure. It was completely unexpected and a nice surprise. This time, Adam is going with us.

2. Eat Clean.

A friend of mine mentioned she was "eating clean" and I was curious as to what this meant. After talking with her and reading the books, I'm on my journey to eating clean as well.

1. Family time.

I've mentioned how chaotic it has been since we came back from Houston. Things are finally starting to slow down for a bit. It has allowed for some great family time and as the kids are getting older and experiencing new things, it has been wonderful to see the changes and grow as a family.