Introducing.....

William Ware Vieselmeyer III.

Born September 26, 2010 at 3:18pm.

5lbs 12oz and 20 1/4 in long.

I am so in love with my new nephew!!

Congrats to my brother billy and my sister-in-law Lacey!!

Happy Birthday to Me!

Today was my 33rd birthday!

I got to spend the evening with my family...missed Lacey (she's at home taking care of that precious baby boy due any time).

I made lemon cupcakes....regular size and some cute "mini" ones (so I wouldn't feel guilty having one)!

Thank you everyone for all the birthday wishes!!

Our soccer star!

Saturday was Kara's very first soccer game. She did an awesome job. Kara kept up with all the little guys on the team and played most of the game.

Grandpa said it was the best entertainment of the weekend!!

The banner my mom made for Kara's team!

Our cute little player

practicing being a goalie

she just threw the ball in...if you look close enough you can see part of the ball.

Playing forward...

Assisting in a goal!

she was done.....exhausted...can't you tell!

We're proud of you!

Michael took this picture....proud soccer mom!

Michael's 1st day of Preschool...

Michael started Preschool at the end of August. He is going to the same preschool, The Kids Place, that Kara went too. We love it there!

He was very excited to start school like his big sister Kara.

He's just a little excited....

all grown up....

with Miss Carol...

I took the day off and treated him to a happy meal afterwards.....

My handsome lunch date!

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..