Goldendoodle puppies

If you follow me on Facebook, you should be well aware that Josh and I just brought home our goldendoodle 11 month old pup.  He came with the name Dasher, that we quickly changed to Hudson.  We didn't think he fit the "Dasher" name.

When it came to discussing getting a new pet for our family, Josh and I had many discussions over which breed to get.  He was used to BIG dogs (he just had to put to sleep his best friend Nich, a Siberian Husky) and wanted another dog like him.  However; we live in a smallish townhome and don't have a yard for an outside dog.  I feared that the dog would completely DESTROY our small back patio.

I had seen pictures of goldendoodle pups and fell in love with their teddy bear like qualities.  I started doing research and found a breeder in the area.

Benefits of a goldendoodle:

1. GREAT family pet.  They are good with children (which is a MUST since I will (hopefully) be having my own in the next 3-5 years or so).
2.  Hypoallergenic.  If you know me, you know I struggle with sinuses.  Anything can trigger them and I worried that a dog who sheds would keep me sick all of the time.  Goldendoodles are perfect for me.
3.  They are supposedly VERY smart and LOYAL.  I like that. 
4.  They are BIG dogs (Hudson will be around 50 lbs).  Even though they are big, they are big giants.  Being a big dog is a plus for Josh.  He didn't want a froofroo dog, like my Stella.
5.  They don't shed!  This goes back to the hypoallergenic.  I can't deal with a house full of dog hair.
6.  They are ADORABLE!

So, we are all very excited about Hudson and I can't wait until we break him of his bad habits (especially potty training).  This is a new ball game for me and I am learning as I go.  Pray that I stay sane these next few months ;)

Here's our sweet family.  I'm holding Stella (my adopted maltese mix) and Josh holding Hudson the day we brought him home!)

 

XO,

High Five! It's Friday!

Hey, y'all!  It's finally FRIDAY and finally the day I was able to venture out and back to work.  You would think we had a massive snow storm hit us with the way things were shut down.  Oh wait.... WE DID!

Who ever would have thought WE (the SOUTH) would get hit with over 6 inches of snow!? NOT this girl.  Apparently it was one of the biggest snow storms to hit the area since like 1988.  That's when I was BORN! Craziness.

I love everything about the snow except for 2 things, which I'll name in a bit.  But, first of all... I wish it would snow like this at least 5 times a year, every year.  I LOVE the snow.  It's so magical.  All I want to do is stare outside my window.  It's beautiful and it reminds me of God's beauty. 

But, that brings me to my 2 things I don't like about the snow.  I love everything about it when I'm INSIDE the comfort of my own home, with not a thing to do but watch each snowflake fall (okay, I hope you see my exaggeration here!).  Okay- so what I don't like about the snow:

1.  Stella HATES it!  Literally, HATES it! She doesn't know how to do her "business" on it and ends up freaking herself out.  I had to dig a couple of holes in the snow so she could see the grass.  Maybe she's just high maintenance or maybe she just doesn't know how to react.  I mean, we never get snow around these parts!

2.  I HATE driving in the snow/slush/ice.  You see, we hardly EVER get snow!  But, when we do, chances are the next day or 2 the temperatures will be in the mid 40's-50's and everything melts.  But, what happens will the lows dip back into the 20's?  It all FREEZES... hence a big big BIG icy/snowy/slushy MESS!  And I have to DRIVE in it!

SO, pretty much I love everything about snow except for the above 2 things!

Do you like SNOW?  How often do you get it? 

XO,

High Five! It's Friday!

Happy FRIDAY!

Work has been busy, busy, busy as we are about half-way into our Audit this year!  Being an accountant, we are on high-alert and needed at any moment to provide things for the Auditor's.  It's kind of exciting, but it has been SUPER busy!

I am really looking forward to this weekend.  My best friend from Middle School is getting married and I can't wait to see her walk down the aisle!  Congratulations, Magen & Clay!

Also, on a side note::: Beachbody came out with a new program called The 21 Day Fix! It's an amazing program and I cannot wait to get mine! The actual program itself sold out within the first 8 hours.  They sold more in 8 hours than they projected to sell in the WHOLE WEEK! How crazy is that?  It just goes to show that it is THAT amazing of a product!  Challenge Packs were still available, but they have now gone on back order for 10 days.  I can imagine it will be pushed back further in another day or two! The FIX focuses on PORTION CONTROL (it even comes with color coated containers designated for the food groups.  As long as you can fit it in the container, you can eat it!) and it also incorporates 30 minute workouts everyday for the 21 days.  People got mega good results, even losing 15 lbs in the 21 days!! CRAY CRAY!

If you want to join in on my next 21 Day Fix Group (as soon as you get the product, of course!) then let me know ASAP!!! You NEED to RESERVE your copy ASAP so it won't be April before you can get it.  Seriously (the program only is projected to ship LATE MARCH!)

Message me, comment below, or follow this link::::: HERE!

I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!

XO,

High Five! It's Friday!

Now that life has pretty much settled down, I want to start up again with my High Five! It's Friday! posts.  I LOVE Friday's for so many reasons and I'm so grateful for the end of a long work week and love that I have a whole weekend (a long weekend at that) coming right around the corner.

Many things have happened lately.  I feel like I never slow down and often worry that I am taking on too much.  Should I quit something that I am doing?  How do I know if I need to?  Okay, this post is not about that.  It's about what went RIGHT this week and what I've done/accomplished!

1- Last night, Josh and I met with our videographer who is going to video our Wedding! eek! I can't believe this is real.  The appointment went well, we met at Starbucks.  He is a friend of Josh's, so the meeting was casual.  We discussed what we want in a video and what we want to focus on.  I know it will be perfect and can't wait to see it after our big day!  I came home from Starbucks last night and just looked at Josh and said "baby, we are getting married!" It's surreal.  It's amazing.

2- Work has been non-stop this past week.  It's no different from before.  I've come to really like the fast paced environment and love that I'm almost always busy.  I am still struggling as far as learning everything, since I've only been in this position for a few months.  I like to know everything on the first try and wished I just knew how to do everything without asking for help.  I think it's my independence that comes out.  Even after all of that, I love my job and know that, without a doubt, I made the right decision.

3- This was the 2nd week of my 60 day Fitness Challenge through FB.  I am so proud of my girls for doing a JAM UP job! Our interaction is going great and they have kept me SO motivated when I needed it the most.

4- Josh and I got to spend a lot more time together this week than we have in a long time.  He finally parted from his part time job at a bar he worked at since he was in College.  It's a place that is near and dear to him and I know it was hard quitting for him.  For ME though, I am SO happy! I love spending the evenings with him and having supper together.

5- We found out that Beachbody has released an all new Strawberry Shakeology flavor! YAY! And, February 3rd will be the official release date for the NEW 21 Day Fix! I cannot wait to get this program based on all of the results I've seen over Facebook from those who were in the test group!! They had amazing results and I think this program will be the answer to all of my prayers!

Shakeology Combo Box: Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry.  Yum!

21 Day Fix... for Everyone

Announcement #2...

The 21 Day Fix!

I am SO SO SO SO SO (can you tell my excitement?) about this program!  It is going to be the answer to many prayers about ways to get in shape, lose weight, and become happy with yourself in under 1 MONTH.  Yeah, you read that right.  This program is designed to help you lose weight and see results in as little as 21 days.

The program will come with containers for your food and word on the street is that you can eat just about anything you want as long as they fit in the containers.  The key to this program is working out everyday and regulating what you eat by PORTION CONTROL... who doesn't need that?  I know I might eat healthy things, but I know for a fact I eat more than I should.

SO, my question to you is this:: If you could do a program for as little as 21 days and lose up to 10 lbs, would you do it?

That IS the question!

Message me TODAY if you want to be one of the first to get this new program.  I will be having a 21 DAY FIX TEST GROUP starting in February... you won't want to miss it!

XO,

Announcement #1

I am SO very excited about all of the things coming out SOON in the world of Beachbody!  The first Announcement I have and the FIRST new thing coming is......

STRAWBERRY SHAKEOLOGY

I absolutely LOVE strawberry flavored EVERYTHING so you better believe I will be trying this new flavor of the shake I absolutely LOVE! It will be available for purchase or to switch flavors (if you are currently drinking Shakeology) this coming MONDAY (January 13th).

The OTHER best thing about Strawberry Shakeology coming out?!

You can get a Neapolitan combination box that contains Chocolate, Vanilla, and Strawberry.  I think I know what I'm doing Monday.  (hint: switching from Vanilla to the combination box!)

If you are interested in switching flavors OR if you are interested in ordering Shakeology, contact me!  You can feel free to add me on Facebook and request for ME to be YOUR coach by using this website!  

XO,

Super Saturday!

SUPER SATURDAY is HERE!  What is SUPER SATURDAY?

It is held once a quarter and is Beachbody's way of wrapping up the quarter by highlighting things that have happened and they also showcase what new things are to come!

I am about to watch it, SO stay tuned for some new announcements!  I cannot wait to share the Beachbody opportunity with all of you and to help you succeed and accomplish all of your goals!