What I Wore Wednesday

May 16, 2012

What I Wore Wednesday

May 16, 2012 By Jamee 7 Comments

I did really well for while keeping up with my What I Wore Wednesday posts but then surgery happened and I haven’t been able to get on the bandwagon since but as I mentioned in my latest favorite pins post, I really need this! My office has been relocated at work and now I seriously see no one except our maintenance guys so between that and feeling less than stellar about myself, I pretty much quit trying. So in efforts to reclaim myself, I’m going to work harder at taking the time to put outfits together because I need this.

I was able to snap pics of two outfits this week. Correction, I was able to get my husband to snap two pictures this week. He hates doing it but until I can convince him to get a full length mirror for our room, its how its got to work!

Outfit #1:

Dress: Old Navy

Demin Jacket & Necklace: Goody’s

Shoes: Yellowbox

Outfit #2:

Top: Old Navy

Jeans: Old Navy

Shoes: Ebay

I know neither outfit is super-exciting by any means but its a start! I love the potential of the striped dress from Old Navy. I’ve found myself trying to stick to more flowy tops and dresses in efforts to hide my weight gain but I definitely think its counterproductive and in reality making me look bigger. I am thinking that maybe adding a fun thick belt might be a way to add some pop and show that I actually do have a waist under there! Thoughts?

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Filed Under: just for fun, style Tagged With: self-esteem, What I Wore Wednesday

May 15, 2012

Sharing Our Spoons Week #2

May 15, 2012 By Jamee 10 Comments

I cannot believe its week #2 of Sharing Our Spoons! I’m not sure about anyone else but the past week has seemed to both fly by and last forever! That ever happen to anyone else?

Here were my goals for the week:

Physical: cut back to 1 soda a day. Some people drink coffee, I would like a coke. Then its water.
Mental/Emotional: Start journaling. I need a place where I can write completely unfiltered.
Spiritual: Start a new devotional book – All I Need is Jesus & A Good Pair of Jeans
Something fun: Get my nails done! My anxiety has really done a number on my nails so I’m treating myself to a manicure!
BONUS: Get back into climbing shape by starting the pushups challenge and walking a minimum of 3x week.

How I did:

Eh. Not too proud of week 1. Its always my nature to beat myself up for it but the purpose of the group is to be able to say “Ok, I didn’t reach my goals this week but this a new week and I have the CHOICE to make this week different.” So I’m totally game for kicking butt the next 7 days & here’s my game plan:

I found this on pinterest but of course it links to nowhere so if anyone knows the original source, please let me know! Definitely plan on using this method to help goal #1!

To get a jumpstart on goals #2 & #3, I got a pretty journal to start writing in and have put my book next to my bed! Twitter will be turned off and my phone put down when I climb into bed until both my reading and journaling are done!

I actually did #4! I didn’t get them professionally done between the shuffling back and forth to the doctor on my lunch breaks but I did take some time this weekend to do an at-home mani & pedi!

I also downloaded the pushup challenge app to keep me going!

How was your week? Be sure to link up your post! To chat throughout the week, use the hashtag #sos! Also something to consider for the future – weekly chat session? Yes/no/maybe?

Filed Under: chronic illness, health

May 13, 2012

thankful for ALL the women in my life

May 13, 2012 By Jamee 3 Comments

Once you travel the road of infertility and adoption, Mother’s Day changes for you. Not that you are no longer faithful for your mother but for some, it seems to be one day where you feel like you are wearing a scarlet IF on your shirt. You are surrounding by women celebrating the honor of being a mom while you patiently (or not-so-patiently) wait for your chance. Just three years ago, I spent the church service crying in the bathroom wondering if I was ever going to get that chance.

So today I would like to say thank you and celebrate ALL the amazing women in my life! I am incredibly blessed to have a mom that is also my best friend.

A sister who, through all the twists and turns of life, is always there for me.

Strong women of faith in my family who have served as role models throughout my life.

Sisters in Christ who have lifted me up in prayer so many times and have been there through each surgery and treatment with a word of encouragement and a hug.

Bloggy friends who have become IRL friends and though miles separate us, there is a bond so strong that it feels like they are just down the street.

For each and every one of you, I am thankful!