Break time??

Today has been super hard to find the motivation to study! I have my moments where I will do really good for a couple of hours, but then something distracts me like facebook, Ray, my phone....etc. I know somethings wrong when I've taken 2 shower/baths in order to keep from studying. I am definitely ready to be done with this:Yes, I know what I look like and I know its not pretty. But if one is staying in the house all day there is no need to get ready. Besides - "My baby loves me just the way that I am!" Such a good song. Go listen to it. And then come back.

So since I'm taking a break from my studies, I will just blog about whatever is on my mind. Such as Saturday. Do you know what is so exciting about Saturday? MY DIET IS OVER! Well kinda. I will still be restricted by some things. But I will get to eat A LOT more than I have been. Ahhh I am so excited! My overall weight loss will be somewhere around 15 lbs. Not as much as I'd like, but I'll take it. I do say I look a lot better than I did, that's for sure. I have before and after pictures for you, since I know you are just DYING to see. These are my "big" pictures -

As you can see, I have put on a little weight. NOTE: In these pictures, I do not think I am at a bad weight. Its just I need to fit back into my wardrobe and feel comfortable in my tight fitting clothes. So now lets take off 15 lbs.And wa-la! I feel good and like how I look. I do want to tone up my stomach and legs a bit more. But I am fine with this too. And ya, I'm a loser and had to take a mirror picture since Ray wasn't home. And yes, I am in a bikini, but I wanted to see my results. (don't judge.) Also, don't mind the bedroom. Because it is finals, I am entitled to a horrible,messy house.

What else is on my mind? Tuesday. This is the last day of my finals. What a relief that will be to have over. Today, was my first final - super easy. Pretty sure I got 100% on that one. Sometime before Monday I must take my tax research final. Which, although comprehensive, shouldn't be too hard since its online and we can use our books (pretty sure I'll be eating my words.) Tuesday morning will be the hardest final I will ever take. No doubts about it. If you have taken Financial Accounting II from Professor Rees, you know what I'm talking about. If not, count your blessings. Those two hours - from 7:00 am to 9:00 am - will be a living HELL for me. I've heard that at least 10 people will completely flunk it. We have 33 in my class....that could be me. Ok, ok, positive thinking. I will remember things and come out with the top score in the class! (haha right.)

Wednesday. Oh how I can't wait until Wednesday!! My mother will be coming down with my baby. Because it has been the week before finals, Ray and I decided it best for Mady to go to my parents for the week so that we can study. And although I feel I have gotten so much done with Mady being gone, I have seriously considered going up there to study just so I can still see Mady whenever I want but have others be able to take care of her so I can study. I miss her so so much! It has been so hard for me not to pick up my phone every 5 minutes just to see how she's doing and hear her. Oh I can't wait till she's here so I can kiss this cute face!
And play with her in the tub...And clean up her messes.....
Oh I can't wait!! Just 6 more days....I can do it.

Thursday is another day to look forward to. Our good friends, the Batty's are coming to stay with us for graduation!

(Don't mind the picture - it's a picture of a picture. I"m lame, I know.)

They moved to Vernal just a few months ago. We have missed them so much. It will be so fun to catch up and hear about all the fun things they are experiencing!

Sunday! Oh wherefore art thou, Sunday!? Sunday is the day we drive the strenuous road to Lake Powell!! We'll see how Mady does on the drive, but no matter, it will be all worth it. A nice week long vacation at the most gorgeous place. Awwww I am so looking forward to it! The only looking grim on that horizon, is I"m still waiting for my monthly lady bill. I think this is the first time I"m actually wanting to get that bill. Interesting....

Ok, now that I have got all those things off my mind. Its back to studying.....someone just shoot me now.

2 More Long Dreadful Weeks

I'm pretty sure I get the bad blogger award. H0w long has it been? 2 months? This whole month has been CRAZY! It has been packed with 4+ exams, 4 quizzes, a huge presentation worth half my grade, Mady teething, my dad in the hospital, huge b-day party.....the list goes on and on. I'm pretty sure I've looked like this half of the time - I couldn't have done it without these three amazing people:What would I do without my gorgeous sister, Kimberly? She is always so willing to tend Mady and help out with mine and Ray's mad schedules. I love her so much and am so thankful that she choose to move down here and go to SUU. THANK YOU!!!

My Mom and Dad - words cannot express my gratitude. Despite my dad's health they were willing the drive down and celebrate my daughter's first birthday with us. The biggest thing that I am so thankful for is that these two are so willing to take Mady for a week in order to help me study for my exams. She was there just last week and now she will be there all next week. It has been a HUGE help! You guys are amazing. I love you SO much!

Also, I could not have gotten through the last....two years without this girl.Please ignore the pumpkin. And just look at her gorgeous face. She has been with me through all the boring classes, all the hard, there's no way we're going to pass, but miraculously we do classes, long nights of studying. EVERYTHING. She is one of my best friends. I love her to death. Thank you so much KayLa. I don't deserve such an amazing friend such as you.

This amazing, smart, beautiful, woman has been there for me through my stress, my goofyness, my stupidity, my everything. She has helped me with understanding my classes, with babysitting my child, helping me with a huge party, just to talk and vent to, showing me amazing recipes, and so so much more. Her thoughtfulness and love has helped my family beyond words. Dori, her little boy, has also helped us so much with Mady. They are so cute when they play together. Adorable. And we can't forget how much Dion has helped us, especially being such a good friends to Ray. We are so grateful to you and your sweet sweet family. Thank you!
And of course, I couldn't have gone through these past months, years, and the future years without this handsome man. You do so much for me! You put up with my craziness and stress. You are always there for me and help remind me why I am going to school. I am so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. God must love me more than I thought to bless me with such an amazing husband. You complete me in every way. Thank you for everything you do for me.

Two more weeks are left. Its scary because I feel like I have so much to do before then. But then I will be so relieved. Right after finals, we will be here, at Lake Powell. With all these lovely people. Including Mady.I am SO excited to have a week off to not think about any homework. Once I get back I have to start studying for an exam that I must take before the end of May. And then beginning in July I will be taking 3 summer classes.

All I can say is

BRING IT ON

Oh, and I will be blogging more too. I promise to update you on Mady's birthday, what's going on in our lives, some exciting news about my hubby, and more! So stay tuned!