Why I Chose AdvoCare!

Let's Talk About Health!

Everybody is talking about being healthy and losing weight, nowadays. So, naturally, there are many companies targeting that market. So, which ones are real and which ones are a hoax?

I DON'T KNOW! I don't think any of us will ever know unless we know it makes people sick (i.e. phen-fen) But I do know what has worked for me and what I like. I know how to make whatever goals I want to happen. And I know what I choose to do!

So, here we go! What have I tried? And what do I do now?

• Le-vel Thrive
• I quit doing Thrive because for my family, it didn't really work well. We were doing everything! We tried dieting, no caffeine, no sugar... we took everything... The most it did was help me not gain while I was on vacation. I know a lot of people have a lot of success with this program! I am not saying it is not worth trying, but I chose not to continue.

• Melaleuca
• I started doing this as a 5/1 program. Where 5 meals a day are made with your meal replacements and one meal is a lean and green. I love the shakes they have! They are super yummy and actually have a better ratio than the shakes from different companies like Isagenix. I still buy their shakes and love to have their meal bars! I also buy more traditional products to use around the house! I buy my shampoo, toothpaste, E-Mae's toothpaste, pain-a-trate, and other household products. I love that it is all natural!

• AdvoCare
• Spark. That is all I can say! I am in love with Spark! As a single mom, working, going to school, and TRYING to be a little social, it can be difficult to stay awake. I get... maybe... 3-5 hours of sleep a night... which, I know... is terrible and leading to my lack of weight loss, but I can handle it! Spark, to me, is well worth the investment. I have been drinking Spark for about 2 years now and it is a Godsend! I love the catalyst right before a workout and my ThermoPlus on days I don't. The 24-Day Challenge is a 10-Day Cleanse and then vitamins for 14 days to help your body regulate itself and to help you have all the nutrients you need! Another thing I like about it is it gives you a book, telling you when to eat, what to eat and different ideas for foods. My challenge book is my lifeline when I am on a challenge! (Which I am starting one soon if anyone wants to join me!) 

• ItWorks
• I love my greens! I truly do! I drink my greens every morning on my way to work! It is the best part of my day! (I mix them with my Spark) And I am going to do a wrap soon because obviously, I could always tone up...

So, there you have it! I think each company serves their purpose in my life. I have used many, but I keep coming back to... I love Spark! Spark is my favorite flavor of drink, it helps me stay awake. It helps me have the energy I need to be a better mom. It gives me all I need to be successful in the limited amount of hours I have in the day. It is my main reason for choosing AdvoCare as my full-time job! I could do a whole blog post about Spark, the benefits of Spark and Why I use Spark over any other product out  there...  in fact, I might! Keep watching! 

What do you use? What are your recommendations? And how do you stay healthy?

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When the Going Gets... Sick?

This last week, we saw a little bit of illness in our family... okay, maybe not a little bit. My dear E-Mae has had an eye infection, ear infection, and sinus infection. My poor baby was in and out of the Dr, other than a well-child check up, for the first time in her life.

Ella at the height of her infections: miserable, hurting and extra needy

What did I do to help her?

I stayed home from school and we just cuddled. For 3 days, she wouldn't let me put her down. She would make me take a nap with her and after 30 minutes of laying down, if I got up, she would cry until I came back and laid down again.

Is it bad that I actually enjoyed the attention from a baby?

NO!

Every mommy wants to feel loved! Every mommy wants to know she is enough and she is doing well. No. I am not saying purposefully get your children sick so they will cuddle with you and never let you go.

But when they do get sick, don't worry about the laundry being done immediately. Don't worry about the messes being cleaned up as quickly as possible. Don't worry about cleaning up the dinner plates until after your child goes to bed. That time together builds that bond which every little child is looking for. They want to know that they will be taken care of when they are not feeling good!

So, this is my call to mommies! Put down that scrub brush! Put down those clothes! Stop vacuuming and dusting! Go pick up you child and walk outside! Go bond! Go have fun! Have the same time you have when your little one is sick. Don't just wait for them to get sick to put them ahead of the house work.

You are a mom of a little child... the house is never going to be perfect... Your "little scientist" is too busy exploring and taking things apart. It's never going to be 100% clean... ever! Save stuff for once a week or just do it when your little one is asleep. Your child needs your attention!

Now... Don't think I am a hypocrite! I am not home with my daughter because I am the sole provider for our little family of 2 and I am going to school full time so by the time she is 5, and going to kindergarten, I will be graduated with my Master's degree. That is pretty cool to me! And those moms who are working and doing all they can for their children, that is absolutely amazing to me! I know your struggle being away from your children and the desire you have to be with them! They are so grateful for you and they will know your sacrifice for them! You are an amazing mom too!

I am just grateful I was able to be home to take care of my baby squirell while she was sick! She is an amazing little girl and I am so blessed to have the time I do with her!

Does anybody have any ideas for toddler activities?

Or maybe places to visit with toddlers?

Please comment below!

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Winning in the Margins

When I read "The 5 Lessons," something stuck with me and won't leave me alone. It is the concept of winning in the margins. This is the idea that every cent counts. As a kid, we all have those little jobs that we get just because we are kids... but have we thought of doing them for extra money now that we are older? Most of us probably don't... I know I didn't.

Not until I read that book, that is. I have been thinking non stop about ways to earn extra money! I have thought of things that you would expect a little kid to do, but that I wanted to do...

I have thought of:

• Tutoring
• Baking Breads
• Putting up and taking down Christmas decorations
• Going around, selling cotton candy
• Doing yard work
• House Sitting
• Garage Sales
• Ebay Arbitrage (buying and reselling)
• Selling Christmas Goodies
• Making crafts
• Pet sitting
• Babysitting
• Filing
• Online Surveys
• Freelance writing

Those are just a few of the ideas I had! There are so many ways to earn money out there that people don't usually take advantage of. People are willing to buy pretty much any service because people, as a whole, are lazy. Not that eveybody is, but have you ever noticed that most people would be willing to spend a lot of money instead of taking the time to learn a new skill?

If you have a skill that nobody else really does, use it to your advantage! For almost 23 years, my dad has carried a handyman's business license for just in case he needs the extra money or if he just wants to help repair something in someone's house.

It is a great way to have something to give you a little extra edge in the real world, where everything costs money and nothing is free (except the love of your children and spouse... and mommy)

In light of the economy, shouldn't we all be trying to start "Winning in the Margins?" I know I am going to try right away!

Another reason I want to do this is because I want to eventually go back to being an at home mom with my beautiful E-Mae and my future children.

If you have any other ideas of how to "Win in the Margins" please let me know! Either comment down below, or send me an email! If you like my posts, subscribe! =D or even share my posts on Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest!

Now, go ahead and go start "Winning in the Margins"

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My Early Riser

E-Mae,

I just wanted to tell you thank you for starting my day off right these past few days! Mommy started working a couple weeks ago, and she has missed spending the mornings with you. For the last couple of nights, you have woken up to be able to tell me good morning and play a little and cuddle and then you fall back asleep and I start getting ready for work.

1 AM is a little early for me but I don't mind! I love being able to spend time with you and being the one who is able to come "rescue" you when you wake up in the middle of the night. I know it is different being in your own bed, but I am so proud of you and how you have been able to sleep most of the night in your bed. This is a big change for you! It is going to take some getting used to from both of us, but you are doing an excelent job at it already!

I just wanted to tell you that I love you! And I adore you!! And you will always be my special little girl!! =D


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