My Latest

OK. Last week was far better than the week before.

Mom is doing MUCH better. They managed to regulate her blood pressure and she's been able to hold down food for over 5 days now without any issues. Her medications were cut in half and then the dosages were reduced even further when she got home from the hospital. So, she seems to be improving. She is determined to get well, has quit smoking, and has been eating 3 meals a day for almost a full week. She hasn't smoked in over 2 weeks now. I'm very very pleased with the progress she's made.

I'm doing quite well. I had a follow up with the doctor and everything is going well with the pregnancy. He says I'm a very healthy pregnant woman with a very healthy baby. So there isn't anything to worry about. I think my little episode was God's way of saying, "Catherine sit still for a few days and take some time for you." I listened.

Yesterday we took Mariana to the Florida Aquarium. My daughter loves fish. So she was very excited and loved seeing all of the fishies and sharks.

Phil and I had a fantastic weekend and I'm completely destressed and relaxed. I'm quite energetic and happy in fact.

I intend to go to the gym today and renew my membership. We were going to just let it go, but I've been a member for 4 years now and my membership is less than 20 a month, so it's kind of stupid to switch or let it run out. Plus I intend to lose all of this baby weight and get in shape after this baby. In fact, I've decided to get healthier than I've ever been. Seeing my mom and her twin sister go through so much with their health has made me realize that I have to keep on top of mine now. Part of that is definitely activity and exercise. I looked up some stuff on Weight Watchers website. My in-laws have been advocates of WW forever. WW says that I should 115 lbs. SO, I'm gonna strive for 120 and see how I look. Of course this is all AFTER the baby is born and such. Wish me luck on that. I am slightly worried about looking too thin at that weight, but we'll see.

Anyone have any tips on how to potty train a toddler. She's 2. Two days in a row, she used the potty... then boom, she doesn't want to sit on it again. I dont' know if she's just not ready or if I'm just not on top of it enough. Oh well. Until next time, I hope everyone is well.