Mid-terms and 21DF

So I survived mid terms!!!


I submitted my last quiz earlier this evening. And I will tell you, that it felt amazing to finally be done with school. However I'm not because I will be using this week to make study guides, and start research for my end of the year paper for English.

As for the 21 day fix, yeah I failed. UGH!!!
I get so pissed off at myself for not following through.
Between studying, writing, reading last week, I felt it was impossible to fit in anything else.
I did however meal prep for a few days so that really helped me stay on track, but once that food was gone, I didn't make more. FAIL. LAMESAUCE.

Also our schedule changed quite a bit last week at the last minute.
School conferences for the kiddos, as well as trying to figure out what we're going to do for spring break, family visits, etc.

We're not doing anything for spring break. LAME. But it's all good, I rather be at home relaxing and reading. I have 3 books on my list for this week. 2 of which are for that English paper, and 1 for leisure.

We will be going on a vacation soon though and I can't wait for that!!
WINE & BUBBLE BATHS & READING!!!
My kind of vaca!!!

So back to 21DF, (sorry that this post is all over the place), the BF and I will be going back on it tomorrow! I went shopping for all the food, and will be prepping all morning.
What helped me stick to the eating was having everything available already so that way I wasn't tempted by something else, also the fact that my BF was on board and ate the same things as me! Totally awesome to have a supporter in house!!

I guess I bit more than I could chew with the 21DF and Midterms during the same week.
This is my relax/catch up/focus week.

So I WILL do be able to do everything!!!

Have a wonderful night!!



My 10 Most Embarrassing Guilty Pleasures

I figured I would do something different today and talk about something random.

So we all have those guilty pleasures that we like to hide from other people.

There are even some that I hide from my boyfriend, whom I live with. Well I guess everyone will know now haha.

Here are my 10 guilty pleasures in no particular order:

1.Whenever I read a really good book, I imagine that I'm the main character in the story, and how I would pretty much be a badass...Ummm Katniss anyone??

2. Whenever my boyfriend works at night, and after my kids go to bed, I pretend that I'm on "The Voice" or "American Idol" and go around singing my little heart out...It gets worse in the shower...and yes I make the announcements too hahaha "Next up is Estefanie, singing blah blah blah"

3. I have this weird thing with buying nail polish. I don't ever use majority of them, but I. JUST. HAVE. TO. HAVE. ALLLLLLL. THE. NAIL. POLISH.!!!!

These are just the one's I keep in the house...and the 5 that are laying in front...yeah I just bought those today. 

4. Ummm PINTEREST. I have a ridiculously amount of pins.

5. I check certain blogs daily and their IGS, because well umm I'm pretty much obsessed with their lives. I find these people so fascinating. They are always so positive and happy!!! How are these people so damn positive and happy ALL the time?!?!

6. Ok this is PRETTY embarrassing, but I like to smell my boyfriend and kids. Mostly I take a quick sniff to make sure the kiddos smell clean, but I just love their personal scent. It's like these are my people because of their scent. I don't know how to explain it. It comforts me. I'm weird. And every time I do it to my boyfriend he calls me a weirdo. 

7. I hate to wash dishes, but I hate it even more when other people (aka the bf or the kiddos) wash the dishes. I feel like they don't wash them correctly. So before using the dishes again or before putting them away, I'll usually rewash them.

8. I can binge watch HGTV all day err day!!!! Property Brothers? ALL ABOUT THEM TWINS! And don't even get me started on House Hunters! Do you know how many times people pick the wrong house? I mean come on!!! Why didn't they pick the one with a bigger piece of land or more square footage?!?! Seriously, people do not look at what they will eventually need in a few years.

9. People watch. I like to people watch and make up a story on what's going on. Whenever I see a young couple fighting, the conclusion is most likely to be baby mama drama. Or someone is being a hoe...."But baby, I love you!!!" "That's not what those pictures said when you was texting that hoe!"

10. When I want a really good laugh I like to go look at the "missed encounters" on craigslist. OMG!!! If you haven't checked it out, do yourself a favor and go read RIGHT NOW!! Also "people of Walmart", which makes me feel better about myself, especially when I've been wearing yoga pants, a tank, and my hair hasn't seen a brush in two days. Gosh, my boyfriend MUST really love me to put up with me haha

So there are 10 of my embarrassing guilty pleasures!

What are some of yours? Do we have any that are similar?

Make today a beautiful day!!!

A 21 Day Fix Habit

So as the saying goes!!

I am doing a round of the 21 Day Fix starting today!!

I will admit that, I have never completed a complete round (full 21 days of it).

The longest I have gone was about 14 or 15 days, and let me tell you!!

I was seeing some results!!

Umm #collarbonecomeback anyone?!?!

I was down about 13 pounds as well.

I had life happen to me so that is why I just stopped. I didn't have the time between everything else to even meal prep or workout.

Life got hectic, VERY HECTIC. I'm talking OMG-I-don't-want-to-see-the-light-of-day-anymore hectic! yeah. It was pretty hectic.

Anyways, I figured out a schedule that works for my family and I and we are rocking life right now!

Woo hoo!!

So I might as well add in something I want!

Which is to be healthy and in shape!

So I got my little notebook out, my 21DF book and the containers, and just started writing down everything I needed to buy at the grocery store and prepped.

My boyfriend is doing the challenge with me!!

How awesome is that?! I'm excited because that means more support, on top of my beachbody team's support group on Facebook!

LOVE IT!!!

So yeah support all around, now all I have to do is spend 30 mins a day sweating the lbs off, and stuff my face with yummy food all day. Sounds good to me!

I'm super excited to get back on this weight loss journey of mine!

It's definitely has been a long one but I don't care.

It's mine, and that is just how I roll on this roller coaster. haha ;)

How you ever done the 21DF program, if so what were your results? And if you're interested in doing the 21DF with me click on my LINK, to purchase the program, and I'll get you into our Facebook groups that gives daily updates, motivation, recipes, meal plans, and so much more!

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Make today a beautiful day!!



Full Time Student

Hey y'all

So I know at this point all I talk about is school; however, it's basically consuming my life.

I feel like I eat, breathe, sleep school.

It's ridic.

My planner is SUPER packed with color coordinated markers and stickers.

I'm not gonna lie, my planner does look pretty :)

I get compliments on it whenever I bring that bad boy out. haha.

Anyways, I wanted to talk about school because it's something I never really was able to do.

Yes, I did take a few online classes here and there, and went part time every other semester or so, but I NEVER really got into it, or had time for it.

I was a single mom for so long that I ALWAYS had to work.

I did graduate as a medical assistant when I was 9 months preggo with my son. I had him a few days after graduation.

Anyways, so basically I just never went to school for something specific after that.

Now that I am going to school full time, I pretty much want to slap myself for not doing this sooner!

By the time I am done with everything, I'll be around 28ish...ugh that's horrible. I know I know, many will say that 28ish is still young, but I always thought I would have my shit together by the time I was the age I am now. I have two children. I always thought I would be a home owner, married, working in a wonderful career, and be skinny and hot (because lesbehonest, that's the most important thing haha).

Guess what...

Didn't happen.

But it's ok!!

I'm fixing all of that!

I'm going to school full time and I'm even going to be doing summer classes because I want to finish as fast as I possibly can!

Is it stressful? YES.

Is it frustrating at times, which leads me to crying and stuffing my face with oreos? YES, yes it does.

But is it worth it? YES. the few extra pounds may not, but to each their own haha

School is extremely important, and I use to know that a long time ago, but I'm finally grasping that concept again after all these years. I'm just so happy that I'm back in school, and showing my children that no matter what, you can always make something of yourself.

I'm happy that I am a full time student, and that I look like a hot mess next to these fresh out of high school baby faces. I'm glad that I am that girl who sits in the front of the class, asks non stop questions, and takes a ridiculous amount of notes.

Why?

Because at the end of it all, I'll be something, due to me working my ass off for it.

Are you going to school? Have you thought about going back to school? Did you graduate? What was your major?

Hope you have a beautiful day!!



How is SAHMing going for me.

So I have only been a SAHM for about two weeks now, and it's definitely different than what I am accustom to.

I have worked and worked for so long that I don't know what it felt like to not work. Until now.

And at first I was nervous about it.

But then I got over it and realized I can nap now.

I will be the first one to admit that I got a bit lazy during the first week and a half. I didn't have a "schedule" on what to do with my day. Yeah I would plan stuff but then all of a sudden I wake up and the kiddos will be home any minute! Talk about an unplanned nap!

So basically I sent my time napping, and shopping at Target. #livingthelife

Then I had to get my head out of my bootyhole, and get things together.

I have midterms next week. This is the week I will need to study my booty off!

SO I scheduled my days, and now I FINALLY found a flow to my days, which shockingly let's me do so much more in a day than before! haha

Not working has been a blessing.

I'm not in an environment that I don't want to be in anymore.

I can now focus on my school, and my family.

For instance, my kiddos and I can actually enjoy our time reading together instead of being rushed or completely missed, due to lack of time.

It's these moments that I feel like I missed for so long.

I love hearing my daughter learn new words, and describe the story that we just read.

And I love it when my 5 year old little man reads to me. He is "flowing" better haha.

We talk about our days, school, friends, what they learned, what they want to learn, anything and everything.

It's so wonderful, but I feel like I don't have much adult time anymore.

Hopefully that will all change soon.

And for school, I am now bringing up my grade in math, even my teacher noticed that I've been putting in extra effort. I got behind in my classes because there was just not enough time in the days for me to get everything done. And by behind, I mean that I am in the low 90s in my classes. Except for math. I hope and I pray that I at least pass that damn class!!!

I am also able to do more stuff with my family. Over the weekend it was my boyfriends birthday, so we went to a carnival! It was soooooo much fun!!

If I was working, I would have never been able to go.

My kids had so much fun!

And I got to make some awesome memories with them!

We made cupcakes for the bf's bday, and put together a little scratcher bouquet. Thank you PINTEREST!!!!

So I would have to say that being a SAHM is going really well for me.
Well besides the weight gain, and unplanned naps haha.

Who is a SAHM? How did you finally find a schedule that works? What is the best part of being a SAHM for you?

Have a beautiful day!!!

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What this mama is up to.

Hello y'all!!!

It's definitely been awhile since I've posted.

So I might as well get you updated on my life.

1. I have gained weight. About 15 pounds...Yeah...That is going to change. And it doesn't look good. Lookin' like a hot mess again....

2. I am now a SAHM. Which is a good thing. I worked as a server and it just wasn't a good environment for me anymore. Plus it wasn't allowing me to study like I need to.

3. I am currently going to school full time. For nursing, which requires tons of studying, and TONS of flashcards...I take my homework with me EVERYWHERE.

4. I am currently obsessed with my Passion Planner. I am learning about washi tape and everything!! I love how I get to color coordinate everything :)

5. My current wardrobe consists of yoga pants, tank tops, big shirts, messy hair buns and sandals or slippers. Yeah I'm pretty sure I look like a hot mess on the daily.

6. I currently am watching "Lost" on Netflix. I'm on season 4 and I don't like how confusing it is. I just want some damn answers already.

7. I am learning more and more about my BeachBody business daily and the more I learn, the more I love it.

8. I feel like I am at my desk all day long. It seems like school is a job all on it's own.

9. I am doing extremely well in school. I currently have a 3.8 gpa. It went down due to this math class I'm taking. Never felt more stupid in my life other than when I am in that class.

10. I've been pinning like crazy on Pinterest. It's getting a little crazy. I'm on that thing so much.

11. I want to chop off my hair and go lighter, but I'm scared haha

12. I am tired of having to make dinner. every. single. night. haha my boyfriend works nights otherwise he would cook.

What have you been up to these past few months?

Well I plan on blogging more! I have it scheduled in my passion planner and on my desk calendar!

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Hope everyone has a beautiful day!



TBT - Weight loss Edition

So this post might be a little bit different from a normal #TBT, but I wanted to share with you how far my journey has come.

Granted I've slacked off recently, but that is ok.

I'm human and I can only do so much, but as long as I NEVER give up, then I feel like I'm winning!

So first let me show you my #TBT pic.

So the left was taken on New Years 2014.

Lesbehonest.

I was VERY uncomfortable and insecure.

Not only was I hunched over and holding onto the boo for dear life, but you can tell I wasn't happy from my smile and facial expression.

I literally remember what I was thinking while that picture was being taken.

"Please don't let me look huge next to him."

"Hopefully if I turn and tilt my face it won't be as round."

"Ugh why did I wear this?! I should have worn a black shirt."

"Why is he even with me? I look hideous."

"Why are we doing full body picture shots?"

I have NEVER posted that picture, nor shown anyone.

I was going to delete it actually. I delete most of the pics that I look huge in.

Why?

Because it's like a reality slap to the face when I see myself.

Back then I was so insecure and ashamed of the way I looked.

I would mostly wear black clothing, and very loose fitting shirts.

And let me just tell you, that is not how you should live your life.

Now the picture on the right was taken about 2 weeks ago.

You can tell there is a HUGE difference.

Not only am I standing up straight and truly smiling, but I'm not ashamed anymore.

I'M HERE B****ES!!!

I am not where I want to be nor am I near it, but I am closer than I was back then.

I am becoming comfortable in my skin finally.

I am no longer an insecure woman, who is clinging onto someone for dear life and acceptance.

I am finally accepting myself.

This weight loss journey of mine isn't just about what the scale or what the measuring tape says, it's about feeling good about myself. It's about having confidence in myself and showing my daughter that you CAN love yourself no matter what.

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