It's the most wonderful time of the year!

Maybe changing our eating habits during the Christmas season isn't the best idea...Or maybe it is because I have more opportunities to overcome and admittedly, give in to temptations. It really has been a blessing to realize my strengths and weaknesses and to practice patience with myself. I think it is actually a way to pave the path for my New Years Resolutions.

Everett and I are eating as best we can and allowing ourselves 1 day a week to eat tastier things. So it's not like we are eating 100% healthy 100% of the time but I'd say it averages to be about 75/80% which is pretty good starting out. Plus I mess up every now and then during the nutritious days. I have really enjoyed this challenge so far. I love trying new things and really incorporating the things I have long known but not really applied. Both of us have lost a couple inches around our waists which is exciting and feels good too!

Some days are easier than others and some days I feel stronger and more motivated than others but I have a goal in mind I am going to keep striving for it! I am thankful for everyone that has encouraged and supported me and I am especially grateful for a loving Father in Heaven and the mercy of His Son Jesus Christ, so that in all aspects of my life where I have fallen short and made mistakes and sinned, I can come unto Him and find peace and hope and recovery! I also want to express how thankful I am for the word of wisdom because it has been my guiding star for my health goals and helped me to know what will bless my body and mind the most!