New Purchases

I decided when I started Weight Watchers that when I reached my 10% goal, I would treat myself to a Coach purse. (

I know it's frivolous... and probably irresponsible to spend $200+ on a purse... especially when my wallet in the purse won't have $200 in it... but, I've always wanted one. And, now I have a good excuse to get one.

So, last night, my friend, Kelly, and I headed to the Coach outlet at Aurora Farms. (If I'm going to get a Coach purse, I'm not going to spend full price on it! Give me some credit at least. LOL!)

I found a purse, wristlet and wallet --- all matching! Here's a picture of the wristlet. (No, I didn't take the picture. I swiped it from the internet.)

















As I stepped to the counter to make my purchase, I started to have second doubts. How could I spend that much on a purse??? But, Kelly reminded me that since I started WW 12-weeks ago, I have only purchased my lunch 2-3 times total. Prior to WW, I was buying lunch at least 3-4 times a week. I have probably saved more in the 12-weeks by not buying lunch than the Coach purchase was going to cost me.

You gotta love Kelly's thinking!!

So, I made my purchase. And, I proudly carried my new purse to work today. Hooray for me!


And, speaking of purchases...... I have found an absolutely wonderful jewelry maker. Her name is Nicole, and she is the proud owner of lillyella. (www.lillyella.etsy.com) Please check out her website. Her prices are very reasonable for such exquisite jewelry. Her pieces are very unique, and very well crafted. And, she's more than happy to work with you to change a piece of jewelry currently on her website (color, length, etc.), or even to create something completely new just for you!

I purchased this necklace! She made matching earrings too. I've received so many compliments.






















And, today... this necklace arrived in the mail with matching earrings, of course. I can't wait to wear them!! I'm usually a silver girl, so this is definitely different than anything else that I own. But, I was just drawn to it. The photo doesn't convey the beauty.























Please check out her website. And, tell your friends!

www.lillyella.etsy.com

She's very talented!!! Her jewelry would make great gifts. Don't forget... Mother's Day is coming up, along with graduations and I'm sure some birthdays!

If you make a purchase, tell her that Stephanie referred you! :-)

Happy Shopping!!!


P.S. I'm up to 26.2 pounds lost in 11 weeks! :-)

Many Going On's...

So, the first and BIGGEST thing happening is my progress with Weight Watchers. I've reached my first milestone. I lost 10% of my starting weight. Actually, I've lost MORE than 10%. Since starting WW on February 2, I have lost 24.2 pounds!!!!

I fit in clothes that I haven't been able to wear in years. I feel awesome! (And, I look great too... if I can say so!)

I still have some weight to lose to get to my goal weight... but, I am on track, feeling great and inspired to keep going!!!

Last weekend, Bob and I traveled to Fernandina Beach, Florida for Keith & Kristen's wedding. (Keith is Bob's brother!) It was a beautiful weekend in 80 degree weather and sunshine (except for the massive UGLY thunderstorm just prior to and during their wedding ceremony). Keith and Kristen rented a beach house on the ocean for the entire bridal party and their significant others to say in for the weekend.

Here's a picture of me and my mother-in-law, Pat!

















(Please excuse my hair. The thunderstorm that I just mentioned... well, I was in the shower getting ready for the wedding when the electricity went off in our beach house. Yes... no power means no hair dryer. UGH!)

Of course, Bob & I took our "infamous" self-portrait!















Unfortunately, I don't have a full length photo of myself from the wedding. I went shopping for a dress and got a size smaller than I've been wearing. :-) I received many compliments!


Last night, Bob & I attended Pajama Jam at the Marriott Downtown. The event benefited Junior Achievement, and it was my responsibility to oversee it. Yes, as the name suggests... we wore our PAJAMAS!!!

















The Marriott did an awesome job with the decorations! They even had beds set-up to keep with the theme!!

Here are some of my co-workers!

















Of course, Bob & I took a self-portrait! :-)