TOPS workshop

I spent the day yesterday at a workshop for Diabeties Education. I had a table for TOPS. I have never been a public speaker, so staying alone at this table was a bit hard for me. However, I think I reached out to many people about the importance of watching what you eat, and exercise. I had a hard time with this at the same time, only because 90% of the people that I was trying to speak to spoke little english, they spoke punjabi (sorry if I spelled that wrong). One of the handouts that I had with me was called "Emotional Eating", now thats my downfall. Ok, so lets face it women, who doesn't have that downfall. This past while I have sure noticed how important TOPS is to me. I am so thankful to all the members in ON#499 Brampton. Everyone is so encouraging, and always there to lend a helping hand.

being accountable

Ok, so today, I found myself asking myself, "Will this help me get to my goal" while in line at McDonalds with Taylor. I have to admit, that I made some different choices with my meal then normal. I didn't have the fries, and I only had the small burger. Compared to my normal Double Quarter Pounder and fries, I think I did a much better thing.
This past wednesday at TOPS, I lost 2lbs for the week. I want to continue on that downword scale to get to my goal.
Thanks for the support Jason, Joyce, and Susan. I know I can always cound on you guys

TOPS Rally

I spent yesterday in Bolton at the TOPS Rally. We had a blast. There was so much going on, and so many things to do. We had baskets with draw tickets, and I won the romantic basket. It was quite itresting to see all the people there. The King and Queen were both there, and the amount of weight they had lost to get to their goals. The King had lost 84 lbs, and the Queen 179lbs. I know that with the inspiration they gave, and my KOPS friend Joyce, I can make it, and I can get to my goal. I only have 50 lbs to get there, but I am sure that I can get there. I need the kick in the butt to get there, and to keep me on track. I hope that by putting this up here, that all my friends and family who read this, will help me keep on track. I need to cut out the snacking between meals, and making better choices when having meals. I hope to get to my goal in the next year or so.
Thanks for reading.
Robyn

45 Days left til Christmas

Yes, I had to break the news to you. Sorry to those of you, like me, who haven't even thought about Christmas yet. Ok so well all gotta get going on this one. Since we are going to Kenora for Christmas, who knows what on earth we are going to do.
I know that Taylor is getting a few things that he wanted from Nanny, and of course she will have some new clothing for him, but as for what the jolly man might bring.... I havn't a clue.... Heck.. I don't know what i am going to get Jason, never mind Taylor...
Ah well.. I thought I would write this as a friend just so nicley reminded me that it is just around the corner...
God Bless everyone!!

school bus appreciation day

Ok, so driving a school bus isn't all that bad. On days like today, when all the students say "thank you" for taking them to and from school. It made my day! I even got cupons from one school for Tim Hortins!
Have a great day. I have TOPS tonight.

no more wedding pics

Not to worry.. I am not posting anymore wedding pics right now.
I thought I would write a bit about how I am really feeling today. I am kinda lost for words, and that isn't like me. I have had to quit my one job, and am driving school bus right now, but am sure looking for new oppertunities elsewhere. I am thankful that Jason is almost finished school. Things will be better with us both working. I know things will get better.
I am very tired these days, but I think that is because I am stressed about things.
The thought about christmas scares me. I know it isn't that far away, but it is going to creep up on us before we know it. The family will be flying back to Kenora for a few weeks. I think Taylor is looking forward to the trip. I know he wants to see his best friend Daniel. We got to see him when we were in Kenora for Candy's wedding, so I am sure we will get to see him again.
Well I should head off to my bus and get ready for the afternoon run.

Bragging rights

Well I have to brag on Susan's behalf. I was looking at our wedding pictures, and had to show you what a great job Susan did with all the cakes. I don't know where she gets her talent but she sure has lots of it!!
It was so nice to have the family involved. Dave as the best man, did wonderful things getting things ready also. And then the wee one of the family, looked soo good walking down the isle with her little basket. The family did a wonderful job. Thank you so much to the Naus family. You guys have been great friends. We will sure miss you when you move.
Love you guys.

a few more pictures

Well, Jason has the picures up and almost ready on a different site. I would like to add some comments to the pictures before I share with you that site. For now, you will have to bear with the few that I can get up for you.
I hope you enjoy the pictures.
A big thank you goes out to such a wonderful friend. Susan, thank you so much for all you did for the wedding. Thank you for the great cakes, and all the hard work you put into them!

wedding

Ok, here are a few starter pictures of the wedding for you all. I hope to get more up when I have a few more minutes!!
God Bless, and thanks so much to all our friends and family for all the help they gave us for the wedding

3 days to go

Ok.. so the nerves are getting a little ... whats the word... shaken..
We are heading down to ST. Kits to pick up Nanny and David. And tonight I hope to sit and relax if all is well.
I guess time will tell.
Have a good day!

5 days to go

With only 5 days left until our wedding, things around here are getting a bit hectic!!
It is amazing the little things that you forget when trying to get things done. Thank goodness for the great friends who are willing to help in any way possible. I have to thank Susan, and Theresa for all the offers of help! They will be taken up as soon as I get my head on straight!!
Flowers are done, and I have to remember to get someone to pick them up on saturday morning, change with the food, but its for the good, and we have someone to pick that up already. I hope that things are falling into place now.

Well not really sure what to put for a title. Got so much on my mind, I am not sure what end is up! Still a few things left to worry about for the wedding, but I think things are slowly comming in to place. Still have to get candy kisses, pick out the music, get one more server for the salads.... and pray that my maid of honor will be able to make it here for the wedding.
I guess things are slowly comming to place.
Taylor didn't have school today. I however, had to drive bus. But thats ok.
I think I need a nap.. I am a cranky person today...

Oh boy

I guess you can tell that it has been a long week away from home. I didn't get near a computer for more then 5 min all week.
Oh well. I guess you can catch up with things now.
Taylor did such a great job walking Carley down the isle for Candy's wedding. I was so happy with him.
We have some pictures of the bears in Winnipeg, on Broadway Street. A picture of Taylor at the TO airport, some pictures of the girls before and durring the wedding. ... A picture of me saying... Darn it arn't we done yet...
and who knows what else...

watch out Dave!!

ok so I am a few days late with this post ( ok a week). Taylor, Jason and I went to the fall fair in Georgetown last weekend. We worked for Dave, and had a blast. Here are some pictures of the fair, and some of what happens when the 5 year old gets a hold of the camera!!
Have a great day.
Taylor and I are off to Kenora tomorrow. I will try and get some pictures for you all when we get back, or sooner if I find a computer there!!

lost in never never land

Ok so it has been a while since I last updated this wonderful blog. We have been busy with wedding preperations, and trying to get things sorted out. We have a pastor, Pastor Ian will do the wedding. Taylor wants to do two things for the wedding, walk with Julia, and walk mom down the isle. So I guess thats ok. We just have to figure out the isle. I think we might have to rent something to look like an isle, or we could just line the chairs up so it looks like it.

Taylor has been sick for a few days now. I think he caught a chill while we were in Georgetown the other night. I am sure he will get over it soon.
We leave this comming sunday for Kenora. We have a wedding to attend, then come home and finish ours and be wed two weeks after!
Have a great day!

Taylor and school

Well Taylor started school yesterday. I know, I Know, I am slow to the post. Jason took him to school in the morning, and I picked him up (a bit late). He seemed to have a good day. I still have to get him a few things for school such as inside shoes, gym clothing, a larger back pack (because they send way to much stuff home), and some "healthy" snacks. I have found that he isn't too intrested in the apple sause anymore, he use to love that stuff. I guess I will have to find a new fav.
Have a great day!

picking beans

Taylor and I were out in the garden most of the day picking beans. Taylor enjoys picking them with me. I will have to take more pictures and put them up for everyone to see. He is getting bigger, and really trying to be the independant man that he is.
Have a great night!

Pop, POP, pop

Well Taylor went outside with me today, and we picked some beets. He found some really large ones, and was soo happy with them. So after picking beets, we had to show him how to pickle them. I cleaned them up, and boiled them. Peeling them wasn't much fun, but it got done. While I was at the sink peeling them I watched two squirls on the fence. I was kind of shocked to see them work as a team, and take a pumpkin from the garden. I chased them away, and went back to peeling the beets. After I got them all cut up and ready to go, Taylor lost intrest.
We ended up with about 8 jars of beets, and there are still lots in the garden.
I hope the taste good. I have been listening to them pop and pop. I love that sound!!
Have a great day!

good day

Well it has been an uneventful few days. Taylor has settled down, and is back to his normal sleep pattern, Jason and I are sleeping better.
Jason and I watched a movie last night. It was nice to have the time to just cuddle up on the couch, and have time for us. We haven't really been doing that much.

Not much to report. I think that Taylor and I are going to try and get to the City Centre today, but not really sure yet, depends on the weather!
Have a great day!