Weekly Weigh In and a trip to the Zoo

Well I had my 5th WW weigh in :) and lost another 1.6pds. I'm praising God for the path he has me on and the journey. I think for the first time in my entire life I am so glad to see such a consistency in weight loss even though I went up a little last week I came right back down this week. I think it just goes to show how Weight Watchers program really is a livable and workable one. I am so encouraged only 5pds left before I am out of the 280's and I think God is so good and only 2.8pds left to go before I will have lost a total of 10pds on weight watchers. All together since I started the healthy journey back in March I have lost a total of 17.2pds. God is so good!

Today, my family and I went to the Zoo. I always seem to forget my camera for our fun family outings so this time was no different :( but we still had a blast! For the first time since Ellie turned 2, she went to the zoo and did not throw one single tantrum :) What a wonderful thing for Ellie as it meant she got to have twice as much fun because she did not have to ride in the stroller the whole time. And it was wonderful for Mommy and Daddy because we got to let her be more independent. At one point Ellie said "Mommy this is so fun." I said " I know Ellie, its so great that you get to have more privileges because you are obeying" She said "I know, I obey more too :) " So precious!!!

Zachary (my 15month old) had a blast as well, he loved the water park and I don't think I've ever seen a baby enjoy being squirted on by sprinklers as much as he did. By the time we dried, at lunch, and started our way to go out the park, Zachary was fast a sleep. I feel so blessed.

You want to know what topped this wonderful day off, my husband, got to come with us :) I felt so blessed having him walk by my side at the Zoo. It dawned on me as I watched him sit with Ellie watching snakes roam around their habitat that God has blessed me with more than I had ever dreamed. I remember there being a time in my life, growing up, where all I longed for was the security, love, and joy that can be found in a family. I remember thinking so many times as a child "how could I ever have that."  I remember when I accepted Christ as my savior it was the first time I felt love for just as I was and here I am today God not only has given me love and security through and in Jesus but he has blessed me with a family.  I am humbled by his mercy and grace.