Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Loves & Hates





One of my favorite bloggers, Jessica recently participated in this fun post that is going around.  I decided to play along, as well. I figured it would be fun way to get to know me and my quirks. :)
 
Loves:

My first cup of coffee in the morning. I usually only drink one cup, I don’t know why, but the second cup isn’t as special as the first. 


All things fall. I am giddy with excitement pinning away fall outfits. 

The feeling that you can accomplish anything after a good workout.

A nice therapeutic dinner/lunch with good girlfriends. 

The Astronaut Wives Club. Seriously, my favorite new show.


Hates:

Texting/talking on the phone. I literally cringe when my phone rings.

Shopping in stores. I’m horrible at it, I get so overwhelmed and I usually get pieces that aren't very versatile that doesn't get much use. 

Judgmental people. Look, I know it’s human nature to judge, but it really turns me off from people who are so judgmental. I try very hard to give people the benefit of the doubt.

My beloved dog’s barking. I love her, just not her bark ;)

Sleep regressions. It’s real, y’all. My perfectly good sleeper is about to hit the dreaded 18 month sleep regression. I’m terrified. 



I'm off to prepare my yearly evaluation at work, wish me luck!

<3
Amby

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Fall Wish List

Hello :)

 It's been a hot minute year(s) since I've updated this blog. A lot has changed since then, I graduated college and had a sweet baby boy who is now almost a toddler.
                                                                         Andrew Peyton



I'm still working on my fitness journey. About six months after I had my baby I realized that something was missing. I stopped doing what I loved which was working out. I slowly got back to the gym 3-4x a week. I feel so much better about my body. Let me tell you, it wasn't pretty after having a baby. My self esteem took a major hit. I felt so uncomfortable in my own skin and I hated it. Please don't get me wrong, I was/am so grateful that my body carried my beautiful son for 9 months. I just didn't feel like myself. I was tired, cranky, anxious and indulging in a little too much wine that I care to admit. I finally got fed up of my constant pity parties and started reading my beloved fitness blogs looking for inspiration. Slowly, I became motivated and got myself to the gym.

side note: I realize these comparison pictures suck. I will do a much better job documenting now that I'm blogging again.

I'm proud to say I reached my first goal weight and this mama is in serious need of new clothes. Since summer is coming to a close, I'm going to start investing in some essential fall pieces. So far, this is my current wish list:
Fall Wish List


Old Navy short green dress
oldnavy.gap.com


Monki jacquard dress
$39 - asos.com



Long v neck shirt
blackfive.com


Red and black shirt
hottopic.com


J Crew zipper vest
factory.jcrew.com



Miss Selfridge shiny pants
missselfridge.com



Converse kohl shoes
accentclothing.com




Tasha pink shawl
$27 - nordstrom.com



I really want to commit to this blog, I am starting a new workout program next week and I want to document it so I can maybe return the favor and motivate someone along the way. See y'all soon!


<3
Amby