1st day of Kindergarten...

Today was Kara's first day of Kindergarten. She was very excited to start school.

I was able to walk her to class ( I wasn't sure if I was going to be able too since I had to meet my students). She didn't cry at all (yay) and when I saw her at recess she was more interested in playing than talking to me!

She did tell me she loved me when she saw me at lunch time (that made me feel good)!

proud of my big girl!
with her teacher...Ms. Sweger

went right to work

We're searching for clues....

Kara and Michael decided to look for clues around the house. Apparently they have clue searching clothing. Both are wearing pjs and then something else over it.

I asked what was in the bag and Michael told me it was their clue finding tools!

Love that they have an imagination!!!

From Dirt to Ballerina in a matter of 3 days...

She loves to fish and play in the dirt...

and she also loves to be a ballerina:

I apologize about the quality of the pictures...they certainly aren't the best but I had to share them.

I love this little guy...

This little guy is my everything.

He is growing up way to fast and his personality is really showing too!

Michael is very loveable and full of laughter...

When he's mad or upset about not getting his way he does this

Cutest little fisherman ever!

My new but not final measurements!

I can't tell you how excited I was this morning to get up at 3:30am and head to the gym! Our trainer Jodi is awesome and she challenges us every meeting!

Ok...now for my results!

Beginning weight and measurements: 3/5/2010:

Weight: 168lbs

Waist: 33 in

Hips: 37 in

R. Leg: 24 in

L. Leg: 25.5 in

R. Arm: 14 in

L. Arm: 13 in

Body Fat: 29.8%

Ending weight and measurements: 6/22/2010:

Weight: 149.5lbs

Waist: 30 in

Hips: 35 in

R. Leg: 22 in
L. Leg: 22 in

R. Arm: 12.5

L. Arm: 12.5

Body Fat: 26.6%

Overall I have lost 18.5lbs; 3.2% body fat; and a total of 12 inches!

I have 11.5lbs until I hit my goal weight and I can't wait!

I am on a roll to become a more healthier ME!!

Here are my before and after pictures...

I must warn you that the hair isn't styled that great and in my after shots I am really showing off 3 different shades of skin tone! It's sad that I am tan on top, the middle is a pastey white, and the legs are a tad lighter than the arms/chest. Hey I haven't worn a 2 piece bathing suit in years!




I took another after shot of the front picture because I wasn't smiling in the first one.

So that's what it looks like as of now...I am estatic with the results and can't wait to see even more!

I finally got my new bathing suit that I ordered...it's a very cute retro one-piece from Victoria Secret...and I love it on!

My mom's new measurements.....

This morning we went and had our measurements taken after working out for 3 months and 3 weeks with our awesome trainer Jodi!

I am doing this in 2 separate posts because of the size.

Here are my mom's results...they are phenomenal!

Beginning weight and measurements: March 5, 2010:

Weight: 197lbs

Waist: 40in

Hips: 49in

R. Leg: 27in

L. Leg: 26.5 in

R. Arm: 16 in

L. Arm: 16 in

Body Fat: 43%

Ending weight and measurements: June 22, 2010:

Weight: 177.5

Waist: 37 in

Hips: 44 in

R. Leg: 24 in

L. Leg: 24 in

R. Arm: 15 in

L. Arm: 14.5 in

Body Fat: 39%

Over all she is down 19.5lbs; 4% body fat; and has lost a total of 16 inches!

Please scroll down for the before and after pictures!

I can't wait until we take more pictures of my mom once she reaches her goal! She is on a roll and nothing can stop her now!!

I finally did it after a year......

Ok so the last time I used my sewing machine was Easter before last. Sally has been sewing on hers and it inspired me...along with the countless craft blogs she has been sending me!

I wanted to make the kids swim cover ups. I had it in my head what I wanted to do and was all prepared to go buy some terry cloth material....UNTIL my mom gave me the idea to use bath towels!

Went to target and picked up some in fun colors/stripes and I finally made them today.

(I only called my mom about 4-5 times to make sure I was doing it correctly!)

So here they are:

Kara chose pink. Hers was a full size bath towel...it only cost $5.99

Close up of the straps and the button on the side. The entire thing was made from the towel..including the straps!


.Michael chose a green stripe....his is a hand towel! It was only $3.99

I added velcro to his to keep it closed

It's also reversable!!

Can't wait to work on some more cute projects!

7 years! and a bad blogger.....

Well it's been a long time since I've posted anything. End of the school year kept me extremely busy. I will do one post in the next couple of days with a sampling of pictures detailing what has been going on.
But today is a special day!
7 years ago I married my best friend, my soul mate!
He helps keep me grounded, supports my every decision, and is the best husband I could have ever have.
He has been super supportive on my quest to become a healthier me!
Here are a sampling of some of my favorite pictures from that day (I loved them all and my most favorite shots aren't on the computer for some reason).

He can always make me laugh!

One of my faves from the reception

The new Mr. and Mrs. Butler!

Happy 3rd Birthday Michael!

From the moment you were born I was amazed! I was in love with you before you were born and even more so after.....

I remember thinking about all the things we would experience together and what fun you would bring to the family.

You are such a funny little guy with a GREAT cheesy smile.

I love that you are turning into a "boys" boy and how you scream at the T.V. "that's mine!" every time you see a toy you want.

Happy Birthday Michael....We love you!

Brand New!

meeting you for the 1st time..

enjoying cake for the 1st time....

my big 2 year old...oh how you were stubborn that day!

Such a silly boy..

Santa Cruz 10k Results and Pictures

We ran in the Santa Cruz 10k today. My mom, grandma (she'll be 75 next month), my sister, and I decided to do this together! Last Saturday my mom unfortunately hurt herleft leg just below her knee. She was devistated over this because she was really looking forward to the 10k. She had been training hard and was looking at being able to finish within 1 hour and 30 mins.

She went on and decided to partake in the event and was told that if she could make it to a first aid station and couldn't go any further then they would bring her back down. I was very proud of my mom even though I was worried at the same time about her leg. Any how she did have to be taken back down the hill and was able to slowly walk across the finish line to 3 paramedics waiting for her. The volunteers that helped her out were awesome and I wish I knew their names!

So here goes:

My mom: walked a total of 3 miles in 1 hour and 15 minutes (with a hurt leg).

My Grandma: finished the 6.2 miles in 1 hour and 49 minutes.

She placed 1,091 out of 1,114 competitors. She averaged 17:40 minutes per mile!

She also placed 3rd in her age division....Grandma Rocks!

My Sister: finished in 1 hour and 5 minutes.

She placed 609 out of the 1,114 competitors. She averaged 10:36 minutes per mile!

Me: I finished in 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Placed 754 out of 1,114 competitors. I also averaged 11:20 minutes per mile!

I am extremely proud of all of us and we couldn't have done it without the support of eachother, our friends, and our family!

3 minutes until race time!

coming into the finish line

Yay! I did it! I started to tear up here.

Bad Pic: Happy but very tired...

Kara with my mom at the first aid station.

Here come's my Grandma!!

She did it!!! Did I mention she is going to be 75 next month! She rocks!

The after: It was raining but all worth it! Like my mom's cute little ice pack?

Can't wait to do it next year. My dad, brother-in-law, nieces and nephew, and Miss Sally Rawlings are going to join us!

New Capris and The Ring Spins!

Ok so since I've been working out I have seen some wonderful success! I feel good about myself and have learned quite a bit about nutrition too!

I am happy to say that as of yesterday morning I am down 11 pounds!

Got a new pair of capri pants today....1 size smaller than before..

Oh and my wedding ring totally spins on my finger!

Here is a picture of the kiddos from a couple weeks ago. They were enjoying some fun dip!

They dressed themselves too..just so they could go outside. If you notice Michael's shirt is on backwards! He would not let me change it at all.....stubborn little man!

Updates on our measurements.....

Ok so last night my mom and I had our measurements taken to see how we have done since we started with the trainer on March 5th.
So here goes:

Sabrina:
weight loss: 5lbs
waist: lost 1 inch
hips: lost 1/4 inch
arms: 1 inch on each
left leg: lost 1 1/4 inches
right leg: stayed the same (go figure)
Body fat % went up........we think it's because I'm not eating enough calories with the amount of time I am spending in the gym. I was very bummed about this number going up but now that I know what I need to do I am going at it full force.

Vivian:
weight loss: 8lbs
waist: lost 2 inches
hips: 1 1/2 inches
arms: 1 inche on each
left leg: 1 1/2 inches
right leg: stayed the same (um yeah go figure again!)
Body fat % went down 3%

We are both really excited with our outcome so far! I love our trainer....she pushes us to the max but doesn't give us anything we can't handle.

The Before Pics...........

Ok so I mentioned that I was going to post some before pics of myself and my mom. It's taken some time to do so because I personally have been going back and forth over which pictures I was going to post....the ones in just my sports bra and pants or fully clothed ones.....

I finally decided with the encouragement from some friends to just go for it and post the ones that I feel more exposed in. They are not the most flattering pictures of me but it is somewhat liberating to say..."hey this is what I look like under all the fabric!" I've been working very hard along side my mom for a healthier life. I have a goal in mind and for the first time I feel that it is attainable.

Front...taken 2 weeks ago

Back

Side


These are my mom's before pics.... taken 2 weeks ago
back

side

front

We meet with our trainer tomorrow night to be measured a second time. We will finally see how much body fat percentage we have lost and how many inches as well.

I am excited to see how we have done and can't wait to share with everyone.

To date since starting the gym I have lost 7.5lbs and my mom has lost 8lbs!