Before September

I have a goal.

I wore this dress to my cousin's wedding in September 2011. I loved this dress, and I felt great in it. I have a wedding to go to in September 2014, and I want to wear it again. Right now, it does not fit, but I am probably only about 15ish pounds away. This is definitely an obtainable goal. I am still looking for a workout program that works for me, so I am going to try Barre 3. While there are no studios close enough for me to attend classes, I have signed up for the online program. I am hoping that having something to work for with an end date will help me actually do the work.

But for now, I have a goal.

Ten Things to Smile About

Sometimes the days are long, but here are some things that make it all worth it.

1. Sleeping with the windows open.
2. Nursing and snuggling Peanut in bed first thing in the morning.
3. Reading and cuddling with Munchkin while Peanut is napping.
4. Sunny days that aren't so hot that you melt when you go outside.
5. Picnics in the park with my two favorite boys.
6. Watching the boys play with each other.
7. Flowers. Just because.
8. Peanut falling asleep in my arms while nursing.
9. A new book to read (even better when it is a friend's first novel).
10. Cuddling with Hubby on the couch and watching True Blood (even if we are a season behind).

Linking up with Mama Kat

1.) 10 Things to Smile About (inspired by Things I Can't Say)

Early in the morning

About a month ago, I had to take an early morning trip into the city to fulfill some bridesmaid duties. Due to the limited Sunday train schedule, I arrived much earlier than I needed to. Since it was one of those rare times when I was sans baby, I grabbed a hot tea and explored. It was cold, so I was glad to have the tea. At least it wasn't snowing, being the weekend before the storm(s).

I had forgotten how peaceful the city can be, especially early in the morning. There are fewer people, and less traffic.

Taking in the sites and sounds reminded me how much I miss the city.

Sometimes I miss my old life where I could quietly walk around Manhattan, not having to worry about where I can change a diaper, or when (and where) I can breastfeed.

Not having to worry about how to get around, if the subway didn't go where I wanted, I could easily jump in a cab.

And while sometimes I miss walking through Times Square before it gets crowded, I wouldn't change my life now for anything.