sports-bra for the win

Update to Lee's airfare purchase: It's bought. Coworker had to purchase it through his 1K hotline because United says that the credit coupons are transferrable BUT he has to be there, meaning I would need to book at an United counter with him there to authorize since the credit coupon is in his name! He bought it and I paid him the balance after the credit since he was able to cheat the system and book by phone. So he told me...

When Lee left, I really started focusing on my diet. Something I can control. I do a very low cal thing during the week and splurge on the wknds. I'm not doing any special diet fad but really trying to watch my intake, drink mucho water and stay away from eating foods after dark. I've been snacking a bit during the day too. Also, I've been taking Coop for walks if I can get home and change clothes before dark. I'll have a yogurt maybe mid morning or a protein shake in the afternoon. I've lost 14lbs since for sure after Christmas doing this. My eating habits started going up and down the closer we got to Lee's departure date due to nerves. I'm not sure how long this will last but it's something.
When I need a motivator, I buy a colorful sports-bra from Target when I get groceries. No kidding. Neon pink is doing it for me lately. Here she is:

itty bitty

Lee's aunt must have been going through old pictures because she found some she thought Lee might like to have. He received a package last night and of course I opened it. Thanks, Susan! So incredibly thoughtful of you to send those pictures to us. It really made my day. How cute is whittle bitty Lee?!

I immediately called Lee after oohing and awing at the photos and told him that I hope our kids are this cute. Ha! No, I'm not preggers.

Flight Update: I'm having trouble booking Lee's flight using the travel vouchers. They are transferable but apparently you have to book them in person and the original recipient has to be there to authorize. After calling United back 5x's to speak to 5 different people from what sounded like India, I can now confirm the above. O poot. To be cont'd...

passed

Lee passed his APFT! (aka PT, aka fitness test) APFT = Army Physical Fitness Test.
Soldiers are required to take a physical fitness test at least twice per year and at the beginning of every training course they attend.
There are three events that are measured in the PT: push-ups, sit-ups, and a timed two-mile run. Soldiers are required to score a minimum of 60 points on each event. Depending on your age and gender, your scores are tallied up. See score chart HERE for Lee's age.
Anyway, Lee passed. He always does well but he was a bit worried because the altitude isn't what he's used to at home. He's been able to get in a few runs since arriving so he felt more prepared and like I said-He passed!
First weekend with Lee gone was a success. I had planned well in advance to keep myself busy. After work on Friday I took off for my hometown to see my mom and dad. I grabbed Coop and off we went. My copilot:

I got to their house in time to have dinner with my grandparents that had come over to see me too! Early Saturday morning we left town to do some shopping in Dallas with the girls in my family, with the exception of sweet Gunner. He didn't care for shoe shopping but he did thoroughly enjoy seeing his reflection in the mirror:

We had Mexican food for lunch and I loved the restaurant's tile. I took a pic to place into my inspiration folder:

I found some earrings to wear in Mal's wedding at the end of this month:

Speaking of weddings, I don't remember if I've posted this before or not, but I haven't deleted it from my phone because I love it so much. Makes me feel warm and fuzzy. Cheers to ombre flowers:

Have a good Monday, ya'll!

dog gone it

Dog gone it. It's high time I start decorating with my fur baby, Cooper. Why not? They do and I love it!
{Images via House Beautiful and Elle Decor}

I mean you know I love the equestrian look (mentioned, HERE & THERE) but pups are so much more personal to Lee and I. Horses are beautiful and I come from a horse riding family, but dogs...doggies are my thang chicken wing.