#NSNation Update – Week 15

So  a weird thing happened on the way to Madison's First Communion this weekend.  I had a stressful long week.  I skipped Zumba, so I could get my house ready.  I didn't even mow the lawn to help Bill out (he did it himself!).  I ate some "real" food instead of all Nutrisystem food.  I was terrified of weighing in this morning. That all being said, ...continue reading

Feeling Good About Shopping – #NSNation – Week 11 Update

When you are heavier, shopping is a nightmare.  The majority of my wardrobe was black clothes.  Why?  Because they don't make clothes if you are larger that are stylish and most of them have huge floral patterns that wouldn't look good on anyone!  Now, I still hate shopping, but it is soooo nice to walk into a store and actually find things on a ...continue reading

Save A Station Wagon, Ride a Minivan

Okay, corny title, I know. However, we love our minivan. It was one of the best purchases we ever made. It is especially nice for trips like we are doing this weekend up to Green Bay. We have plenty of room to haul all of our stuff, the stuff I'm bringing for my sister (Will's clothes that he has outgrown), and on the way home, we are picking up a new bed ...continue reading

Shedding Clothes and Shedding Pounds – #NSNation Update Week 5

I think I need therapy.  I know, you are all laughing right now, but I've got some definiate denial issues.  I know how much weight I've lost, but I just don't see it.  And I still think my old clothes fit even if I know better now.  Let me tell you about my weekend.  We went up to Green Bay to see my family this weekend.  I had a great time!  However, ...continue reading


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