I'm so thankful that I have a supportive husband. It's no secret that I'm still not 100% happy with how my "post-baby" body looks. Derek has had to hear countless hours of me talking about it, yet doing nothing to change it! I tried "watching what I ate." It lasted one week and all I could think about was what I wasn't eating. I'm never going to
not eat the cupcake, cookie, brownie, truffle, muffin, etc. Especially when I love baking so much. So, I've recently started taking a Zumba class here in town and it's really fun. It doesn't feel like a gym workout (which I actually love, if I had my sissy here with me, but I don't). It just feels like dancing. With lots and lots of sweating. And I'm so thankful that Derek encourages me to go. He never makes me feel guilty for missing out on quality time with Ingrid (I guess moms always struggle with guilt for leaving to do things for themselves...) Instead, he makes me feel like it's a treat for him to have daddy/daughter time. When the class first started, Derek really pushed me to try it out. I was terrified because A)I didn't know anyone there. B) I didn't know anyone there. C) I didn't know anyone there. In case you didn't know, I don't do well going to events by myself. He practically forced me to go to that first class and I'm so grateful. I really enjoy it. I look forward to going. And I know I wouldn't feel that way if it wasn't for my husby helping me out. So, thanks D. I love you.
Today while I was at Zumba, Derek and Ingrid went on a stroller ride together. It was such a nice afternoon. Just another reason why I can't wait for spring: family walks!!! We took one yesterday even though it was on the cold and windy side. I just opted to put Ingrid in the sling instead of the stroller. She snuggles up in that sling and she feels no wind! I can't believe she's big enough for the hip carry.
I love how she's looking up at D in this one.
But this one is my favorite. Sharing secrets and snuggled up. And the perfect shot of our home in the background.
So glad you love your classes!I love the one of all three of you-so sweet.Glad D has daughter time while you have exercise time! You look great anyway,but exercise is always good.I should do more of it.LOL Sweet blue eyes loving her sling
ReplyDeleteI totally know what you mean on the going places where you don't know anyone...yikes! Ingrid is SO sweet in her sling!
ReplyDeleteLove this post. You have to do things for yourself and I am so proud of you for doing Zumba. You and D are a perfect fit for sure and I absolutely love those family shots. Her eyes are piercing. Also can't believe I got to be there for the first wave! So fun. Love you tons my sissy.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet.....can't wait to see you guys!
ReplyDeletePERFECT !!!!
ReplyDeleteI have been thinking about this post ever since I read it the other day. It really made me think (and yes sometimes thinking is painful).
ReplyDeleteI use to feel the same way about the post-baby body. It took me quite a while to reconcile the fact that it is just as important as the pregnant body. I LOVED being pregnant and was so proud of my big belly & I know you did, too. And as a mom you would do ANYTHING for your baby, like fight a bear or a circle saw :)
And ever since I watched my sweet daughter-in-law Sheree' battle & BEAT cancer, surgery, pain, recovery & therapy - all while pregnant - I tend to look at scars in a whole different light. Wear all the scars, stretch marks, sags, bags, extra insulation as a badge of courage & pride - God gives us blessings in all kinds of packages & He doesn't make any junk :)
I am very proud of you & your sweet little family & I am sure God is very pleased :)