For the Love of Amazon...

Well, I don't know if any of you reading have ever tried to give up sodas, but this is no joking matter. I went from 2 - 3 large Pepsi's (Coke if I was at Chick-fil-a) a day to none. However, on the plus side, I have noticed that my insomnia that I have been having at night is all but gone. I do find myself staying up later, but I am actually being productive in those later hours, instead of feeling miserable because I am in bed but can't sleep. Also, my snooze alarm isn't getting used quite as much, but it is still my friend!

What is one thing that you've purchased to help you manage your habits? 

In an effort to 1) drink more water and 2) to NOT use 6 bottles of water a day, I purchased a 32oz cup from Bass Pro Shop this week, and I simply fill it twice a day and keep it beside me while I work, and take it with me when I leave the house. I noticed that many times that I would purchase a drink while I was out running errands because I would get thirsty in our hot and humid Alabama summer, and using this cup not only will prevent Styrofoam cups from being used, but it will also greatly help my wallet. I seriously didn't realize how much I was spending on sodas.

Another purchase I made recently on Amazon was three Wii games that work with the Wii Balance Board. Since I can't always get out and run (helllo humidity and 12 hour work days), I want to still do something active, and I found a great deal by buying these games used! I have a deep love for Amazon and the word "used" as it usually saves me lots of money!!!

This weekend, my mom and I headed up to Chattanooga, TN, for AQS Quilt Week. I am a quilter, it has been my go-to hobby since 2011. I have one quilt residing in Pucallpa, Peru and one residing in India, and many in Alabama. We had so much fun! I found a quilting machine that I truly truly wanted with all of my heart, but alas, it stayed.... Maybe it will sneak on down to my house before I get back tomorrow!

Since I am making small changes each week, I am trying to decide on my small change for next week (while still continuing the one from this week...). Obviously, since I'm female and have a sweet tooth, it won't be to give up chocolate :-) I was thinking of purposefully incorporating one fresh fruit or veggie a day... I have been craving vegetables this week (tomatoes and broccoli especially).

Any recipe suggestions out there for fruits or veggies? 

I found one for balsamic grilled zucchini on Pinterest tonight... Since I am learning a new life style, I would greatly appreciate any recipes you can send my way!!! 

Until Monday Weigh-In...