Time to Rewind.........

Well- it happened again- even though I told myself it wouldn't, lol. The holidays came and went, leaving the leftovers of everything I gorged on - turkey, ham, potatoes, pumpkin roll- oh my goodness how did I eat all that?

So- as I (and others, lol) have noticed that I was getting "fluffier"- to say the least, :) - I have restarted a gym membership. I am now going to Dynabody here in town. Have to ease my way back into it as I have been on a hiatus the past few months- but I have a Gung-Ho plan of action in getting back to where I was, then tone from there.

I cannot believe how quickly the carbs stick to me, lol! Amazing! They are definitely my criptonite, lol.

So- it is back to clean eating- less soda, more water-hitting the gym after work and on weekends - and taking my new found fav : Cuts, by Universal Nutrition. - I love this stuff! You see the pounds literally melt from you. It is incredible!

 (if you are looking for something to help tone up- grab a container of Cuts- you won't regret it, lol! )

And join a forum- great support! I use Bodybuilding - excellent group of people- always encouraging and helping getting you to your goals.

New Year - gotta try to stick to my weight goals a little longer this time, haha- darn those carbs. They do always find a way back into my life.

Today's goal : no carbs, if possible
                        Gym : 2 hours (mix of cardio and weights)
                        30 minute walk around the lake this evening

What are your healthy weight goals for this year? Anyone trying to lose, tone, get fit, or just eat healthier? Share some of your thoughts and plans of action with the rest of us :)
                       

I have been selected as Fan of the Month from ProAquatix!!!!

Yeah!!! I am so excited ! For all my reef buddies out here, sign up, like their page on Facebook, check out their videos on youtube , and share the news with your friends :)

Each month ProAquatix will select a winner,
and what sweeter prize than what we love..FISH!!
... and it's FREE :)

ProAquatix is giving away selected items from their amazing stock - they cover everything - the shipping included! How can you not want to be part of that?

I actually jumped on/off during the past few days...to see who had won, so I could congratulate them. I jumped on again this evening, and saw MY NAME listed with another (Congrats to Miguel Jones!) I had to read the post twice, as I wanted to make sure I read it right, lol!

So - stay tuned, you will see my newly acquired ProAquatix Tangerine Albino's when I receive them :)  You know I will post a video of them :)

Yeah!! Sooo excited !! lol....feel like it's Christmas already!!!

Go here to see the video ProAquatix has on their site.

Newest Additions...

Here is a glimpse of what I got on Friday, December 2, 2011 :

Male Mandarin and a mated pair of Harlequin Shrimp :

Can't wait to have lil baby shrimps and mandarins, lol! xoxo

November....here already?

Hard to believe the Holidays are just around the corner.
Where did this year go? Seems the older my son gets, the quicker the days fly by.

Well... with the cooler weather comes.. yup - you guessed it : Baking.

The pumpkin rolls, the apple pies, the sausage stuffing with feta cheese...Yum!
{the stuffing is courtesy of hubby...he makes the BEST holiday stuffing :) }

I cannot wait for Thanksgiving, (and Christmas, lol),  knowing that we will gorge ourselves on all the tasty traditions and yumminess the Holidays will bring. I have been working out over the past several months. Have slowed a bit in routine, but plan on cracking the whip this week, getting back on track.
I need to make room for turkey, sweet potatoes with caramelized walnut topping (Yum), baked delights...and of course, the buttery whipped mashed potatoes (my cryptonite) haha.

If I am going to go all out and enter the Carb-Zone...then I have to kick ass in the gym now- and stay with it. (lol-'cuz I will NEVER give up potatoes or stuffing during the Holidays, hahahaha!)

So- back to my regimen, this week I will be making my Awesome Crock Pot Chicken, to have throughout the week. Getting up early to work out at home, while hitting the gym after work. I LOVE the Spin Class I go to at Compass Gym- Niki is the BEST instructor, kicks your butt into shape. If you are in the area- give her a try : Compass Gym, Ocala - Hip Hop Spin Class. You will Sweat your butt off and lose some serious poundage!! :)

Ok - Happy Fall to all of you!




 I have been lurking in the background popping in at your blogs here and there, keep up the good work everyone!

Ciao!

It's a Boy!!!!.....and a Girl!!!!

Well.....not yet, lol- but soon to be. Just picked up a pair of baby Amphiprion Ocellaris (a.k.a. Nemo!) on Friday. They are doing well in their new home :

Chelle's New Ocellaris Pair

They are SOOOOO adorable! Kind of have an idea as to which will become the female, but alittle too early in the game to be certain. Will keep progress pics and see who becomes dominant :)

To all the Awesome Ladies out there!!

Spring Cleaning *

Ok, it's that time of year when everything is looked at and you decide whether or not you have room anymore, whether you really need something, or whether you have to part with items.

In my case- I have a time issue.

I am finding it harder and harder to focus on my aquariums, and work full time, and home life, and everything in life in general.

So- I have decided to clear out my bath/body products.

You can check out my listings on ebay:

user id: createdbychelle

I enjoy my tanks much more than I have time for making soaps and bath salts...sooooo....all my products will be listed to clear them out. 

Some may have been used once or twice, some are BRAND NEW- there are fragrance oils, essential oils, soap molds, colorings, sanding sugars, etc.

Be sure to check them out if you are in the hobby!

Mmmmmexican Yummmmmminess.......

Ok, so in surfing around for something different while I am cooking, eh-hem, while my crockpot is cooking up some chicken: 6 boneless chicken breasts, 1 sliced onion, 1 can pinto beans, 1 can black beans, 1 can corn, 1 1/2 cups salsa, 1 cup chicken broth, some seasonings, along with some cream cheese to be added during last 15-30 minutes..... mmmm... I came across this video:

Quick and Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole: fox11online.com

Thought I would share :)

Enjoy!