Changes

Erik has become the "incredible shrinking man" and well, I guess I am on the way to being the "incredible shrinking woman". According to my cousin that is. Erik has been working on his weight for some time. Losing it that is. I am very proud of him. He has lost a good bit (nearly 5o lbs. I must add!!) and he has been working out. He is going to be a man with muscles one of these days! I also started working on my weight issue at the beginning of September. Now, I will add that we are doing this with the help of our doctor. It's never been easy for either of us (and my medical issues have cause me weight gain for almost 5 years now) and having help from the doctor was what we needed. We are watching what we eat, exercising, and drinking PLENTY of water. It is so important that we take care of ourselves. The health problems that plague our families is amazing. I don't want to be a statistic and I want to have kids one of these days and I want to be around to enjoy them! I can say for myself that I have more energy, I am less tired, and am not hungry all of the time. This is a good thing! My doctors visit today was a good one. I have lost some weight (woo hoo!) and the doctor is proud of me. He high-fived me twice and hugged me! He is an amazing doc. I am happy to have found him. He does care about his patients. My sister Melissa is being very encouraging. She is working out and is under the same doctor's care. I see this year as one of healthy living. Our bodies are a temple of the Lord. I have to remind myself that often. If you think about it, pray for us. We need encouragement because as anyone knows, changing your lifestyle can be tough. Thanks!
Another change is the fact that I have submitted information and started working on my application for Grad School. I am going to work on my masters with Walden University--online. I am deciding between Reading and Literacy or Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment. This is HUGE step but I think I am ready to take it. It will be another chunk of time out of my life, but I know that it will benefit me in so many ways.
Well, now you know the CHANGES in Barlikville!