Workout Wednesday

Wow! Awesome workout! Let me just say that Bob Harper's ultimate cardio body DVD was hard but worth the effort. He has two workouts-Workout 1-Extreme cardio challenge (1 hour) and Workout 2-10-minute glute challenge. I did workout 1. He targeted arms, chest, back and legs (lots and lots of lunges). I can't imagine working out with him every day on the biggest loser. He is an extremely hard coach which makes him a very talented guy. He is motivational and doesn't allow you to quit. There were three girls and a guy along with him. All three girls never took a break but the guy struggled. I will be working out with Bob again. He was outstanding!

Day 2 of my birthday week

Well, it has been one exciting birthday week. Yesterday afternoon, Eli and I went to World Market to spend the $10 gift card. We got a cupcake pan and a Yorkie chocolate bar for Adrian. The total cost was .50 cents. Wahoo! I think that was less than last year. Also, the employee named Jeff wished me a happy birthday. That was fantastic!

Today, we went to Noodles and Company and I ordered a small Cesar salad and the Bangkok curry bowl. The total cost=$0. I was planning on going to Ruby Tuesday to get a free burger but the one in Draper closed down so it was onto plan B. There is always a plan B. Luckily, it wasn't raining too hard.

Wait till Wednesday...I'm looking forward to the afternoon.

It's my birthday week...

Let the party begin!!!

So, it's my birthday week and I started having fun with Elijah. Today, we went to Schlotzsky's to get a free small sandwich. Then we headed over to Del Taco to score a free premium chocolate shake. Yummy! I also received a 20% off coupon for one of my knitting stores (Unraveled). Knitting stores normally don't have coupons so this was a real treat. Of course, I bought some red yarn but it is super soft (not like the yarn I get from Roberts craft). How did I score free stuff? If you sign up with different restaurants, fast food, etc, they will send you the birthday coupon. Check out Hip2save for birthday freebies. It is really fun and exciting!

Later, we are heading over to World Market because I have a $10 coupon. So, in order to beat the system, I will find something that is close to $10. Last year, I only paid .70 cents for a couple items. Wahoo! The only thing I didn't like was that they didn't even wish me a happy birthday. Boo customer service! Oh well! I got my free stuff and I'm happy.

Make it Monday

Today for "Make it Monday," I wanted to share with you the baby shower that I hosted last Saturday. It was so much fun! Melissa is due on June 3rd and this was her first baby shower. Yikes! I think I was freaking out by this time last year. I guess I like to be prepared. I knitted a "BABY" banner which I hung next to the tissue paper pom poms. So fun and easy to make! Obviously, the colors were bright pink, black and white.

 I made this diaper cake a couple of months ago. I thought it would make the perfect baby gift.

 Emily Fuller brought the food and cookie goodie bags. She was so helpful! I decorated with Good n' plenty and pink kisses. Yummy!

Cute Eli joined the fun! There were actually a few babies that came so it was fun to see them interact with one another.

 I forgot to take a photo with the sandwiches so this picture isn't complete. But, I think you get the idea.

 The cupcakes were a hit! I actually won a DIY cupcake kit and the "It's a Girl" topper and cupcake holders from another giveaway. It was perfect timing.

Yes, I dressed in pink (one of the colors for the baby shower). And, Emily wore black.  And yes, I take after my mother.

 Here is Melissa and her sister Stacey.

More guests that came. They even wore the right colors. Thanks!

Thanks Melissa for having a baby so I could throw a baby shower for you. Congrats and I wish you all the best.

10 Months old

Yesterday, my sister Cassie took a few photos of Elijah with his favorite bunny blankie. Whenever he sees it, he will put his two fingers in his mouth. It is so cute! I don't think he can sleep without it. He continues to roll around the room and is starting to show signs of crawling. Also, he is getting two more teeth. He has enjoyed eating anything from peanut butter/jelly sandwich to sweet potatoes (I cook them in a crock pot) and bananas. He still hates green beans and isn't too keen on carrots. Yuck! He is adorable and my little bud. I love him so much!

Workout Wednesday

This week I wanted to do the same DVD as I did last week. Of course I didn't make it through the entire DVD but I feel that I worked out well. I like The Firm. It is perfect and I can follow it. Till next time...

Bathtime is fun!

I finally took a few photos of Eli in the bathtub. Isn't he cute or what?