10 facts about MOI.

I've been seeing a lot of blog post like this, so I figured why not?

 

1. I currently am taking FIVE classes, plus work, plus kids...wtheck was I thinking?!

2. I LOVE making fabric flowers for your hair. I don't know why but I FREAKING love it more than any other DIY projects.

3. I get obsessive about things. For instance, if I get on a cleaning kick, I have to do because it has to be done a certain way. Or if I read a book, I have to find a series because I can't just stop at one book. I have questions!!

4. I love a good smelling house. I love candles, and all things that just smell yummy!

5. I like buying hoards amounts of cleaning supplies. When I moved 2 years ago, I had 2 or 3 giant boxes filled with cleaning products.

6. My planner is color coordinated according to school (each class has it's own color), work, mom stuff, appointments, etc.

7. I love planning board games with my kiddos. I'm happy that they love playing board games with me as well :)

8. I love a good bargain! I am always price matching, seeing if it's something that I could easily make, or something I can borrow.

9. I am a plain jane. I like to wear jeans, a shirt, and some flats or sandals. I go through areas where I have to have an accessory for everything but eventually I go back to my roots of being simple. I have to thank my brother for that. I wanted to be just like my big bro growing up. haha. I also just wear foundation, mascara, and some tinted lip balm.

10. I am a carb lover. I will choose a bread stick over some candy. Also I don't like candy, and I especially don't like chocolate candy. The smell of it makes me sick...WHAT?!?! A girl who doesn't like chocolate is not normal haha.

 

Alright, there are my 10 facts.

What are some facts about yourself that not many people know?

 

Have a good day!!

 

 



Traditions & randomness of course.

I have come to notice that every year for the past (going on) 3 years, January and February have been pretty crappy months. Something always seem to happen during the beginning months.

I am going to keep praying that things finally change, or that this could be the last year where something unfortunate happens.

I pray this is not becoming a tradition for me.

 

So I am attempting to change things. I am letting go of things I no longer need or want in my life.

 

Like I've said in my previous post, I am going to be selfish this year and focus on my needs and wants. I don't care if others agree or frown upon that, it's my life not theirs.

 

It is something that is hard for me to do, because I am a giver. I try to give to others, help others, do everything I can, but I am so burnt out it is taking a major toll on me and my health.

 

My weight loss has been going pretty good. On days that I don't workout, I try to meet a goal of at least 6,000 steps for that day. Or I try to super clean haha. Same thing right?!

 

I started school this past Saturday and I'm already having issues. None of my classes are showing up online except for my math...of course. SO I have to figure that issue out, not an easy task if I say so myself.

 

I'm currently trying to simplify my life, and have been super cleaning. So far, I've gotten through a little bit of my closet, school books, makeup, most of the kids clothes, and some random papers. Not bad for the start of the year.

 

Next up are dressers, shoes, and beauty products.

 

Speaking of traditions,

Some traditions I am hoping to create this year are:

1. Read at least one book a month

2. Pick an area each month, and deep clean through whatever it is.

3. At least a weekly family game night, and a monthly family movie night

4. Read the bible, and write notes, and eventually pass it on to my children.

5. Go thrift shopping with my kiddos, and really teach them the value of a dollar. My mother was very good at teaching us the value of a dollar by having us work and pay for certain things. My eyes were opened at that moment I made my first purchase and realized how quickly money goes.

 

Well I'm not sure where this blog post is going. It's truly all over the place. So I'll just leave it here. haha

 

Have a great day!

 



Raw.

Let's get a little raw here.

2015 was a shitty year.

It was the most challenging year I have yet experienced.

I don't wish any of the stuff I went through on anyone.

And the frustrating part is that I was not the cause of any of the stuff I went through. That is why I am currently re-evaluating who is exactly in my life.

I will NOT have another shitty year because of other people.

 

Let's go a bit deeper.

I gained back all the weight that I had originally lost except for maybe 5 pounds.

I am an emotional eater. It was a non stop roller coaster last year.

 

And something no body outside of immediate family and of course my bestie.

I am suffering from depression and anxiety.

It's not something I am proud of. I feel like I have failed myself to let myself get here. Some days are harder than others, but I'm just trying to take things one day at a time.

That is why I am back to my weight loss journey.

I am hoping that with losing some weight, that I will lose some of this emotion.

 

I know that this may be selfish, but I am going to make this year about myself.

I have given so much to other people that I have nothing left to give.

It's really tough to constantly have to smile at everyone like everything is ok, when in reality it's not.

But a part of it is my fault because I let certain people continue to walk all over me.

Well I'm done with that.

 

So I'm no longer going to lie, and just pretend everything is fine.

 

Things are changing and I am determined that they change for what's BEST FOR ME and MY KIDS and no one else.

 

2016 is where I get my shit together. And finally get rid of shit haha. 

 

 

 



Happy New Year 2016!!

     So I basically spent my new years relaxing at home, with my hair all nappy, watching movies, and working on my planner. So I would say that it was a great new years for me. E is with her father and step mom and T was with the neighbors where they had a bunch of kids over playing games. My kiddos are growing up and leaving the house already! :( So I had no kiddos around me for NYE, which gave me time to sit down and think about things that I want to achieve for the year.

     I know a lot of people think resolutions are stupid, however, I like making goals for the year and see how much I have accomplished at the end of the year. Do you know how satisfying it is when you get to see your goals written on paper and you can mark them off at the end of the year meaning you did it?! It's a wonderful feeling.

     I put my goals list in my planner so I can constantly see them to make sure I am planning stuff to help me achieve them. Here are a few of my goals. I'm keeping certain goals private until I am more comfortable with being that open.

- Lose five pounds per month, which totals to 60 pounds for the year
- Make meal plans & workout!! Push yourself!
- Declutter my life: LESS is MORE.
- Set up monthly goals
- Do well in school
- Get rid of some debt
- Read more personal development books and good book in general
- Blog and learn to be open
- Get up & do more & BE MORE
- Take things one day at a time

Pretty hefty goals right there, however, I'll be able to achieve them because I am a planner and I love making lists to help me cross things off.

I already have all my meals planned for January. They are very simple, nothing fancy, but it makes  things more achievable.

What are some of your goals that you've made for the year? Hope everyone had a great NYE!!

Flowers

Lately I've been making some fabric flowers hair clips and headbands and it is so much fun!

I love making things. And repurposing things that I randomly find.

I've been approached to make wedding bouquets, so hopefully my flower making technique will be good enough for that!!!

And how awesome is the fact that someone wants to share their special day with me, by having a little project of mine appear in so many photos, and could be a keepsake?

Making things is my little way of getting things off my mind. Creativity is my outlet. Granted I'm not anywhere near those people who make a living off of their craft, but maybe one day!

Here are some flowers that I have made so far. Let me know what you think?

Also Eliana is into making them too. She helped me with some :)

Make today a beautiful day!!



21 Day Habit Challenge

I am hosting a 21 Day Habit Challenge.

I need encouragement and support on this weight loss journey of mine.

So what better way then to have others come together and encourage each other to forming new habits.

Now it is not solely on weight loss. It can be any habit some one is trying to form such as organization, not spending money, not going out to eat, etc.

Also it is not just on beachbody products.

I however will be using them, just because I know that they work for me.

So if you would like to join in on the fun, please let me know so I can add you to the FB group.

Otherwise, you can just post on IG using #psm21daychallenge

I can't wait for this group!! I am so excited!!

Make today a beautiful day!



Mini Update

So I took a break from social media for a little bit, because I had a lot of stuff going on between school, and life. Now everything is going back into order.

Have you ever had like a few weeks where everything is just crazy? Like holy crap!

Anyways, here is a little update.

1. School is almost over. THANK BABY JESUS from the bottom of my heart and soul! This semester has had me all crazy.

2. TJ and the bf went on an all guys fishing trip. It was TJ's first time going, and apparently he did really well and learned very quickly! So happy that they had a great time!

 

3. Eliana and I have been growing closer and I love it! Granted we were already close, but she is growing up it feels like, and we are just able to do more stuff together like DIY projects.
 

4. I've also took a break from social media because I really got into my creative side. I'll post pics on another post of stuff that I've been making.

5. I suck at losing weight. I get into it and then it dies down....UGHHHHH this irritates me the most. Like seriously Estefanie? You can't work out 30 mins a day and eat the healthy stuff instead of the bad stuff. Ugh. SO annoying.

6. I hate to admit this, but I'm slacking on school. It's like I'm doing the bare minimum now. Which cost me my 4.0. I'm now at a 3.8 which is still good, but not as good as I want it. I must now take my head out of my ass and get the ball rolling again.

7. I am counting down the days until we go on vacation next month. Which should be motivation for me to move my ass more to lose weight considering that there is going to swimsuits involved.

8. Being a parent is hard. I love my kids but man some days I just want to be like fend for yourself! And do the damn laundry you hevens! Haha total asshole right there! But hey the truth hurts haha
 

9. Since having my braces I've lost a few pounds so yay!!!

10. I hate having braces. They are in the way. If I'm not talking with a lisp now, I'll either be spitting at you, or drooling on myself...It's soooo attractive. My bf and I crack jokes all the time about it. Gotta laugh at yourself.

Well that is all I have for today! I have a paper about children behavior and corporal punishment to write. I know that is going to be a fun one to write.......haha

Make today a beautiful day!