Ch-Ch-Changes
"Strange fascination, fascinating me.
Changes are taking the pace I'm going through."
We are so happy to be a family. Jake and I are absolutely blessed to have such an intelligent, beautiful little girl who is THE most stubborn person we have ever met, which is saying a lot (have you met our families??). Evelyn is our entire world! And the love that I have for my husband grows every day by leaps and bounds. Just when I think that I couldn't love him any more, he surprises me with something cute, funny, or totally serious, and I find that my heart beats faster and I can't control the smile that spreads over my face.
Of course, we want what is best for our little family. Why wouldn't we? We are both in school, both working full-time jobs, and still manage to find time to be together. It is all a struggle, but it is so worth every second.
I think my biggest concern with all of this is where we will be in two years...five years...ten years? I have a degree and still can't find a job that will utilize it. While I truly love working at Panera, I don't think that it is what I would like to do with my career. Jake has been at Bergner's nearly 10 years and cannot wait to get a job in the accounting field. So where will be in 2 years? Hopefully, we will both be ending our college careers and working on adding to our family.
This line of thought has me doubting my choice in masters program. Am I going to be able to find a job? Probably. Is it going to be something I truly love or am I just taking the easy route because the program is available in Springfield and I haven't really looked into other options? The geronotology program at UIS is a wonderful program--I love the classes, but I am just not sure if this is the career path I want to take. What do I really want to do? After doing a little bit of soul searching, I have come to the conclusion that I REALLY want to work in a hospital setting, and I need my MSW in order to do this.
I've started looking into options in the area, and the closest program that I like is at UIUC. I am planning to apply to the program for the 2012-2013 year. If I am accepted, I will graduate in August 2013, which is only a couple of months after my projected graduation date for the MA in gerontology from UIS.
While we are talking about the future, I might as well mention that I have decided to lose 50 pounds. Slowly but surely, I am shedding some excess weight while working at Panera. Being on my feet all day really helps to make sure I don't gain any weight...as long as I don't eat too many of the yummy pastries.
I have always been "pleasantly plump" and came to terms with it a long time ago. Sure, I could always stand to lose a few extra pounds, but as long as I fit into clothes, it wasn't a huge deal. My husband and daughter love me no matter what shape I am or how much I weigh--they make me feel like the most beautiful woman in the world. Jake tells me I am gorgeous even on days I feel like a piece of gum off the bottom of someone's shoe, and I believe him.
So why now do I want to lose 50 pounds? I am a 24-year-old Mommy. I need to be able to keep up with my little runner and make sure that she is being taken care of. I don't have any health problems right now, but if I continue to pack it on, I could develop them. Why not be smart and change my eating and excerise habits now? I want to be the best Mommy possible, in every way, shape, and form. If Evelyn sees me being active and eating well, she will follow suit.
Jake tells me I don't need to lose any weight because I am beautiful the way I am. He has no idea how much I appreciate his words! Now I am going to do this for me, for Sarah, for Mommy.
I want to set reasonable goals for myself so I don't lose hope, so I am open for suggestions on weight goal loss and exercise goals. If you have anything that worked for you, please share! I also want to be able to use some healthier recipes and will be posting some that we use--please also feel free to share any recipes that you like.
I don't have a huge following on my blog, but I want to write about my goals, recipes, and life changes on here so that I am able to keep myself accountable. Will you help me? I hope so. Thank you for your support. Have a WONDERFUL week, everyone!
Love,
Sarah
Changes are taking the pace I'm going through."
We are so happy to be a family. Jake and I are absolutely blessed to have such an intelligent, beautiful little girl who is THE most stubborn person we have ever met, which is saying a lot (have you met our families??). Evelyn is our entire world! And the love that I have for my husband grows every day by leaps and bounds. Just when I think that I couldn't love him any more, he surprises me with something cute, funny, or totally serious, and I find that my heart beats faster and I can't control the smile that spreads over my face.
Of course, we want what is best for our little family. Why wouldn't we? We are both in school, both working full-time jobs, and still manage to find time to be together. It is all a struggle, but it is so worth every second.
I think my biggest concern with all of this is where we will be in two years...five years...ten years? I have a degree and still can't find a job that will utilize it. While I truly love working at Panera, I don't think that it is what I would like to do with my career. Jake has been at Bergner's nearly 10 years and cannot wait to get a job in the accounting field. So where will be in 2 years? Hopefully, we will both be ending our college careers and working on adding to our family.
This line of thought has me doubting my choice in masters program. Am I going to be able to find a job? Probably. Is it going to be something I truly love or am I just taking the easy route because the program is available in Springfield and I haven't really looked into other options? The geronotology program at UIS is a wonderful program--I love the classes, but I am just not sure if this is the career path I want to take. What do I really want to do? After doing a little bit of soul searching, I have come to the conclusion that I REALLY want to work in a hospital setting, and I need my MSW in order to do this.
I've started looking into options in the area, and the closest program that I like is at UIUC. I am planning to apply to the program for the 2012-2013 year. If I am accepted, I will graduate in August 2013, which is only a couple of months after my projected graduation date for the MA in gerontology from UIS.
While we are talking about the future, I might as well mention that I have decided to lose 50 pounds. Slowly but surely, I am shedding some excess weight while working at Panera. Being on my feet all day really helps to make sure I don't gain any weight...as long as I don't eat too many of the yummy pastries.
I have always been "pleasantly plump" and came to terms with it a long time ago. Sure, I could always stand to lose a few extra pounds, but as long as I fit into clothes, it wasn't a huge deal. My husband and daughter love me no matter what shape I am or how much I weigh--they make me feel like the most beautiful woman in the world. Jake tells me I am gorgeous even on days I feel like a piece of gum off the bottom of someone's shoe, and I believe him.
So why now do I want to lose 50 pounds? I am a 24-year-old Mommy. I need to be able to keep up with my little runner and make sure that she is being taken care of. I don't have any health problems right now, but if I continue to pack it on, I could develop them. Why not be smart and change my eating and excerise habits now? I want to be the best Mommy possible, in every way, shape, and form. If Evelyn sees me being active and eating well, she will follow suit.
Jake tells me I don't need to lose any weight because I am beautiful the way I am. He has no idea how much I appreciate his words! Now I am going to do this for me, for Sarah, for Mommy.
I want to set reasonable goals for myself so I don't lose hope, so I am open for suggestions on weight goal loss and exercise goals. If you have anything that worked for you, please share! I also want to be able to use some healthier recipes and will be posting some that we use--please also feel free to share any recipes that you like.
I don't have a huge following on my blog, but I want to write about my goals, recipes, and life changes on here so that I am able to keep myself accountable. Will you help me? I hope so. Thank you for your support. Have a WONDERFUL week, everyone!
Love,
Sarah
Sarah!!! I just read this, but we can go to the gym together!! I know for me it makes a huge difference if I know I have someone who's going to work out with me. Facebook me or email me if you're thinking about joining a gym or anything like that!! :)
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