I've been a slacker :(

So my big plan was to start my fitness goals on Monday so I could get a week's head start.  Well its not happening like I had planned.  Monday I started my 6 week push up challenge, Wednesday I did my push ups, did some strength training and went for a 3 mile run.  Today I will get my push ups in and I also want to do one of my cardio videos and some ab work.  I did do measurements and took pictures on
Wednesday not sure if I will post those yet, still undecided.  I am soooo excited to be starting kickboxing classes again next week. I did not like having this break because I really looked forward to going every week.  My goal is to try and commit to kickboxing two days a week.

The kids go back to school on the 2nd, I am glad to have had them home for Christmas break but I am happy to see them go back to school.  I will be able to get the twins and I back on a schedule again which will be nice. Let's see....what do I have to look forward to in January.  I will be starting a bible study at our new church in a few weeks which is exciting.  I will be able to get to meet mom's from the church while the twins get to play in the nursery and meet new friends to. I will also be starting my marathon training towards the middle of January so that means I have to suck up this wonderful Wisconsin weather and get my butt outside to hit the road.  When I am unable to make it outside I will have access to a treadmill.  Oh and the thing I am really looking forward to in January is that my friend Kat will be coming to visit!!!!!! She will be visiting at the end of January. She will be flying from Pennsylvania by herself, we are hoping that once she has her baby this summer we will be able to get both of our families together.

Just thought I would give you a little update until the next time. Happy New Year

Christmas

We had a wonderful time spending Christmas with our families. The kids are extremely happy with everything they received and they are also very thankful for what they received as well.  Who knew that a weekend of family time, eating and presents can be exhausting.  I am so ready for bed to start my day off fresh tomorrow.

Tomorrow I will be starting my New Year's resolutions early, well at least the ones I can accomplish on a day to day basis. I will be doing two workouts tomorrow, yes I did say two.  After I spend time in the Word and in prayer I will be doing a workout DVD.  I am still unsure of what I want to do, its either between P90x and my turbo jam kickboxing DVD. After Travis gets home from work I will be heading to the pool's weight room to use the wonderful dreadmill to get my run in. Oh and I am also going to be starting the 6 week push-up challenge over again.  I didn't complete it last time and this time I am going all the way. I also liked how my arms looked. Along with my fitness goals I will be taking pictures once a month so I can look and see that I am actually making progress. I am still unsure whether or not I will be posting them to my blog or just keeping them private.

I also have a long to do list in my head that I NEED to get down on paper.  My goal is to accomplish at least half if not all my January 1st.  Its a long list so if I only get half done I will be very happy.

Here are a few of our Christmas pictures. I hope you enjoy them :)

Sleepless nights

Since Saturday Montana has been waking up in the middle of the night.  It feels like he is a baby again waking up for feedings only this time I don't know what he wants.  It is starting to take a toll on me, I am tired, stressed and overwhelmed.  I don't get a decent nights sleep because I lay there falling in and out of sleep listening for him to wake up. On Saturday will be 3 weeks since he got his cold and he has had it on and off.  I don't know if this is a reason why he is waking up but I am praying it stops soon.  I told Travis that if he continues for another week with waking up I am going to be calling his dr to see what they think.  So if anyone out there has any suggestions I am open to try anything.  On another note I think it will be time to start potty training because he does not like to be in his diaper.  He will take it off numerous times through out the day and say to me "mommy me no like diaper" then run away from me diaper-less.

I have decided to use my blog for 2 things.  The first one will be to write about what happens in my life and I am hoping to do that at least once a day.  The second will be to write about my training. From running, strength training to my new found love of kickboxing.  I will write about all my good days and my bad.

New Year's Resolutions

So how many of us make them and not stick to them?? I know I am guilty of this, I make them and stick to them for what......a few weeks.  But not anymore!!! I am going to make realistic goals. Yes some may sound far fetched but with determination and God by my side I can do anything. So here are my New Year's Resolutions-

1-Be in the Word everyday. Not just reading my bible but doing bible studies as well.
2-Be a better wife
3-Be a better mother
4-Be a better sister
5-Be a better friend
6-Eat better. I don't eat bad but I can always do better
7-Exercise at least 5 days a week
8-Start and finish my first marathon in May
9-This one may be far fetched but hey I can dream- to compete in a Spartan race with my girls:) (if you have never heard of a spartan race go to the website http://www.spartanrace.com/) With wanting to compete in a spartan race comes some pretty hardcore training which I am up for.
10-To be in the best shape I have ever been in by my birthday in May. Yep that is only about 5 months away and this to may seem far fetched to some but with training for a marathon and a spartan race it shouldn't be a problem.
11-Is to finally meet some very wonderful ladies that I met on an online moms website. They are all wonderful Christian moms who have all blessed my life in one way or another.
12-Is to meet my friend Kat. She is such an inspiration to me.  We both wished we lived closer. So we text and use facebook to keep in touch.

I know that seems like and just rereading it I'm starting to get overwhelmed but as long as I keep my eyes on Jesus everything else will fall into place.

I'm not the only one, am I?

PLEASE tell me I'm not the only mom out there that has a 2 year old that constantly is throwing his food on the floor, across the table, dumping whatever is on his plate on the table, spitting out his food and spits out whatever he is drinking.

I am at lose, I don't know what to do with him anymore. This happens at every meal 99% of the time. It gets so frustrating to be constantly picking up food and wiping up milk or juice. We even tried giving him smaller portions on his plate and that still didn't work.  So this post is more of a help me post.  I will take any suggestions I can get.  I guess for now I will continue to pray that God gives me the patience I need to get through each meal.

The First Day of School

I now have a 7th, 5th and 2nd grader on my hands. I just wanted to quick share about the first day of school.  Macartney loves his teacher. Even though he doesn't have all of his buddies in his class from last year he was happy to be able to play with then during recess.  So far TJ likes his teacher, he thinks its cool that they will be using ipod touches for class. After school he had to make a quick stop to say "Hi" to his teacher last year, its a good think we live within walking distance from school. I have a feeling this will be a daily routine for him unless it is raining or freezing outside where I will then pick him up from school.  According to Destiny 7th grade is awesome! She likes all of her teachers and is even happy to see that she has a few classes with some of her bff's.

I do believe they had a great first day of school.  I had a good day as well.  I didn't get anything done around the house but for the laundry and I was ok with that.  I just took in the silence, well as much silence as I could seeing I have 2 year old twins at home.  Taking in the silence today was wonderful but it also made me realize how truly blessed I am to have a very loud and busy house.  God has entrusted me with 5 precious children and even though they drive me crazy I love them with all of my heart. So with that being said I will leave you with one of the verses that was used at the twins baptism in the NICU.

Psalm 127:3-5
Sons are a heritage from the Lord, children a reward from him.  Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are sons born in one's youth.  Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them.  They will not be put to shame when they contend with their enemies in the gate.

The Perfect Ending

Macartney had his violin recital tonight at one of the local parks so I wanted to share some pictures. It was a perfect night and a perfect ending to the last night before school starts in the morning.



The first two photos are Macartney playing his piece and the last picture is with his soon to be former violin teacher Courtney. Starting at his next lesson he will have a new teacher because Courtney is going to college. Even though Macartney will miss her he is also excited to see what his new teacher is like.

I also have to share a few more precious pictures from tonight, I hope you enjoy! The bond my twins share amazes me each and everyday, it really is unexplainable. I thank God each and everyday for allowing me to be the mommy to these wonderful blessings.

Why I started this blog

Why I started this blog......

Well I've wanted to start one for a while now but I haven't because I didn't think anyone would want to read about the day in the life of a stay at home mom of 5 kiddos. Then a couple wonderful friends of mine gave me the encouagement I needed so here I am. I will write about the good, the bad and everything in between.

I chose the name "The Not So Perfect Woman" after the Proverbs 31 woman. I know I do this and I'm sure a lot of other women out there do to, we try and be like her and we fail everytime. I want you to see that I have the same struggles you do everyday but because I fall back on the Lord I know everything will be alright in the end, even on the days when I have a meltdown over a spilled cup of milk.

The Proverbs 31 Woman

A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies. Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. She selects wool and flax and works with eager hande. she is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar. She gets up while it is still dark; she provides food for her family and portions for her servant girls. She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard. She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks. She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night. In her hands she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers. She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy. When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in fine linen and purple. Her husband is respected at the city gate, where he takes his seat among the elders of the land. She makes linen garments and sell them, and supplies the merchants with sashes. She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: "Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all." Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Give her the reward she has earned, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.
Proverbs 31:10-31



How many of us try and live each day like the Proverbs 31 woman? I know I do and I fail each and every time.