Irresistible Icing

My Meaningful Moments

2012-02-29T00:30:00.000-05:00

What makes a moment in our lives meaningful? Can you honestly look back over the past year and smile at all the memories you made?

I just finished working on a photo book of my Chihuahua, Chuy's first year (he's turning 3 in June, so I was a little behind!). This forced me to dig up pics from almost 2 years ago that I haven't looked at in some time. Some of the pics I hadn't even looked at before! Yea, crazy. I know!

My Husband and Chuy! My Loves!

It brought back waves of emotions. When we got Chuy, I had just gotten engaged the day before and life was: HAPPY! I can honestly say the time I spent planning my wedding was truly the time of my life.

My wedding day was beautiful and everything I dreamed it would be. I was living on a high of pure bliss!

Then, the party was over, the guests went home, and reality slapped me in the face. Hard!

2011 came and presented me with intense challenges and changes. Not only was I married, I quit my job (of 7 years) and was adjusting to working from home and trying to start my own business. It's been an uphill battle but one that's worth fighting. I refuse to give up!

The challenges I experienced caused me to get depressed, which caused me to gain back all the weight I worked so hard to lose before my wedding. Then the weight gain fueled the depression and vice versa. It’s a vicious cycle.

Ok, so what's my point here? This is supposed to be talking about my most memorable moment from the past year!

I never thought I’d see the sunshine again. My days had become dreary and miserable. I’m proud of myself for finding the courage, the will, the energy, and the determination to conquer my challenges and beat the depression to a bloody pulp.

Even through the tough times, I’m so grateful for all that we have. We were able to buy our first home last year and I got the opportunity to follow my dreams. I’m running my own social media management/blogging business and it feels amazing!

The Day We Closed on Our Home!

I’ve accepted that I am and will always be a work in progress. But, I’m worth investing in and so are you! My sprit has awakened and I'm ready for this next chapter of my life! That, for me, is meaningful.

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You Are Enough

2012-02-28T14:45:00.001-05:00

You are enough. Simply as that.

Forget trying to be “perfect.” Perfect doesn’t exist. Embrace your flaws, your quirks, and all the imperfections that make you, YOU!

Tune out the haters. Tune out the people that don’t care. They don’t matter. They aren’t going to reach your goals for you. Only you can do that.

You are enough. Period.

"Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no trouble, noise, or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart."
~Lady Gaga~

Food Is Not The Answer

2012-02-21T14:53:00.001-05:00

Last night in our Weight Watcher’s meeting, my leader ended the meeting with this quote:

“If hunger is not the problem, then food is not the answer.”

Wow. I’ve been pondering that ever since I left the meeting. We talked about emotional eating and trying to figure out the “why” behind why we use food to cope with our feelings.

Obviously, I don’t know the answer or I wouldn’t still be battling this disease. Even when I find the answer, I’ll still be in a fight but at least I’ll know how to fight.

If I’m not physically hungry, then what is driving me to eat?

I’m really trying this week to tune into those feelings and figure that out, for me. I found this cool little “Snack Attack” flow chart on Pinterest today. Perhaps 'I’ll try this the next time I have the urge!

If you have any insight on what personally drives you to eat without hunger, I’d love to know!

Marion, Love of My Life!

2012-02-21T11:35:00.001-05:00

Purple is hands down my favorite color. Spend 2 seconds on my blog and I think that’s pretty obvious!!

I about lost my mind when I saw these shoes in my ShoeDazzle email today. O M G !!!!

Let me introduce you to Marion! Pops of bright color are all the rage for this Spring!

“Go gaga for Marion, a glossy platform pump that transitions effortlessly from poolside mimosas to late dinners.”

DRESS IT UP in a boldly-printed dress with an asymmetrical neckline.
FOR WHEN YOU FEEL like modernizing a classic.
BEAUTY TIP: A glossy pout is a must with the sheen of this shoe.

Here are some of the suggestions from ShoeDazzle on what to wear with Marion:

Check out more ShoeDazzle and get 20% off your first order with my personal invite!

Irresistible Links: Barbie the Fashionista, Weight Watchers Gadgets, Gigantic Boobs and More!

2012-02-21T10:51:00.000-05:00

♥ Plus Model Magazine’s Editor Madeline Jones Talks About Modeling, Statistics and Negativity.

♥ Fashion Blog Maven Kelly Framel from The Glamouri To Become FLIRT Cosmetics Style Ambassador! She must be over the moon!

♥ Barbie has always been a fashion icon but now we can all be jealous of her new wardrobe!

♥ Portion Control? Piece of Cake! Weight Watchers friendly kitchen gadgets for portion control. I need all of these!

♥ This is a dream/goal of mine! Sisters lose 75 lbs together and star in Weight Watchers commercial!

♥ Woman With The World’s Largest Breasts Gets Her Inevitable “My Strange Addiction” Episode. 38KKK? Why?

♥ 'I've been a size 16 to a double-zero and everything in between': Former plus-size model Crystal Renn shows off continued weight loss at Sports Illustrated launch. Has she gone too far?

♥ Kourtney Kardashian is helping to promote fashion bloggers!

♥ Ricky Martin and Nicki Minaj promoting for Mac Viva Glam.

♥ Elle France is making headlines for featuring a plus sized model on its cover.

♥ NEW Weight Watcher's friendly menu items at Applebee's! Kudos to Applebee's for having a healthy, Weight Watchin' friendly menu! We love you!

♥ Fat Creep? Are they really serious about this?! This is the dumbest thing I've ever heard of!

"You gotta stop wearing your wishbone where your backbone outta be."

~Elizabeth Gilbert~

DIY Chocolate Covered Strawberry & Marshmallow Bouquet

2012-02-13T23:45:00.001-05:00

For Valentine’s Day, I wanted to make something sweet for my sweetheart! Since we are both doing Weight Watchers, I thought this would save some Points! It’s a lot healthier than a box of chocolates and it’s way cuter and delish!

Each strawberry and marshmallow comes out to about 2 points each. The points may vary depending on how you make it.

DIY Chocolate Covered Strawberry & Marshmallow Bouquet

Ingredients Needed:

Fresh Strawberries
Large Marshmallows
Milk Chocolate Chips
White Chocolate Chips
Sprinkles
Bamboo Skewers
Vase of your choice
Floral Foam

Step One

Wash Strawberries and pat dry. You don’t want to get the chocolate wet as it will clump together and it won’t be good for dipping!

Step Two

Melt the chocolate after measuring them. I used about half a cup of each chocolate but probably actually used only 1/4 cup. I recommend warming them up in the microwave in 30 second intervals.

Step Three

Once the chocolate is melted, it’s time to dip! I hold the stems up and dip the strawberries into the melted chocolate. Feel free to dip them as much or as little as you would like. More chocolate the better!

Step Four

Stick the skewer into the dipped strawberry. Place them into an empty cup to dry. I didn’t take a pic of my strawberries drying, but here are the dipped marshmallows, I used as accents in the bouquet.

Step Five

Once the chocolate covered strawberries are somewhat dry, drizzle the white chocolate on top of the milk chocolate. I did this with half my bouquet to give it some variety. You could also do full white chocolate strawberries depending on your taste.

Step Six – Optional

I also used chocolate dipped marshmallows to accent my bouquet and give it some variety. The process is the same as the strawberries. However, after dipping the marshmallow in the chocolate, dip them into a bowl of sprinkles for extra “bling!”

Step Seven

Arrange your bouquet into the vase of your choice. I used a floral foam in my vase to keep the skewers sturdy. I would’ve preferred laying down something on top of it to hide the foam. Next time

Finished Product!

It should look something like this:

My husband was pleasantly surprised and we both really enjoyed the sweets! Feel free to add some balloons for extra love!

Happy Valentine’s Day!

"The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love."
~Hubert Humphrey~

Two is Better Than One!

2012-02-13T22:37:00.000-05:00

I had a serious breakdown last week about my "food addiction" and the nasty cycle it keeps whirling around me. I had overeaten and literally had a "food hangover." I felt disgusted with myself and ultimately hopeless.

I felt hopeless because I saw myself going down the same dark, evil path I've been meandering on for the past year. I keep continuing to yo-yo with the whole start over tomorrow/binge mentality. I'm so exhausted by it. Literally.

I just broke down in tears.

I told my husband who was there at the time, that I just can't do it anymore. I need help. I don't know how to help myself anymore. I work from home and have a gazillion pounds of trust that I'll do that right thing and I do. I also run my own business with no boss and I do it.

When it comes to Weight Watchers and making this lifestyle change, I can't do it . . . Alone.

I'm sick of always feeling so alone in everything I do. I admit it. I'm weak and powerless over food. I need support and accountability from someone other than myself.

If there was a "food addict" rehab available in my area, I would've checked myself in.

Out of nowhere my husband says, after all my sobbing. . . "How much is Weight Watchers and how do I sign up?"

I was in shock. He's always supported me but had no desire to do the program. But, I think it clicked at how much I need someone to do this with me.

Trust me. I've tried it all. People with "addictions" are not meant to do the one hardest challenge in their lives, alone. You aren't in control of this, the food is. But, you can turn that around with the right support behind you.

If I was a drug addict or alcoholic, nobody and I mean NOBODY would expect me to stop cold turkey and give up the drugs. They know people like that are mentally too weak when they are in the thick of it.

But, because my drug consists of over indulging on icing and carbs, everyone just thinks you're a weak, powerless, lazy fat ass.

That is far from the truth. This is a freakin' disease!

I am over the moon that my husband, on his own, made this decision.

It has kept me accountable and we attended our first Weight Watchers meeting tonight, together! I've tried to do it alone and get to a meeting and then the next week I skip it b/c I had a "bad" week. Because we planned to do this together, I was actually exited about my meeting even though I knew I had gained. It's ok.

I had two really great conversations today with both my Weight Watchers leader and my therapist. I've realized that accountability is # 1 of importance for me. That means, weighing/measuring food, tracking, attending meetings, weighing in, and asking for help when I need it. Consistently.

Two really is better than one!

"So maybe it's true
That I can't live without you
And maybe two is better than one"
~Taylor Swift~

3D Nails, My Newest Fashion Statement

2012-02-09T20:58:00.001-05:00

I just started experimenting with 3D nails. I swore I would never wear them but I caught the bug and it’s really a lot of fun! They are such a cool way to spice up your look and well they just make me smile every time I look down at my hands!

I started out with Roses a couple of weeks ago . . .

Well, my awesome nail artist created these just for me this week. A customized Hello Kitty on my left hand and a heart/bow on the right!

What do you think?! Would you try this trend? Check out these CRAZY 3D nail designs on this blog post or see more in my Nail Design Pinterest board!

Dazzling in Pink!

2012-02-05T22:30:00.001-05:00

I am in love with these hot pink hotties from ShoeDazzle! They would make the perfect Valentine’s date worthy outfit!

Let Me Introduce You to Lynda!

Lynda is the perfect platform pump to cap off your outfit with; classic colorblocking gets jazzed up with metallic sheen.

Another reason I just love ShoeDazzle is that they give you really great ideas for how to wear their shoes. I’m loving this outfit! Totally “Irresistible” for a Girls Night out!

Check out more ShoeDazzle and get 20% off your first order with my personal invite!

”Really and truly you can never have too many pairs; they are all different. You need a pair for every mood – and everyone knows that women have a lot of different moods.”
~Anonymous~

Irresistible Links - Bling, Blue Ivy, Pinterest and More!

2012-01-27T16:47:00.001-05:00

Hi Dolls! TGIF! Any exciting plans for the weekend? I'm celebrating one my best friends birthdays and we are doing it big! A dinner tonight and then heading out on one of those party buses tomorrow night! It's going to be a crazy weekend!

Before I start getting alll dolled up, here are your Irresistible Links, so you have something to read over the weekend. As always, feel free to share any links from your blogs with me on my Facebook page so I can link them up here!

♥ Holy, bling! Beyonce Styled GENUINE Swarovski crystals encrusted diamond platform pumps for $2,000!!!!

♥ Jennifer Hudson flaunts her slim pins in ANOTHER mini-dress as she returns to Weight Watchers for a book signing!

♥ TMZ Video: Jennifer Hudson I Did NOT Turn Down 'Precious' Because of the Weight Thing!

♥ Fashion bloggers have gone to the movies! A new Disney Channel movie called “Frenemies” debuts Friday night, casting real-life fashion fans and best buds Bella Thorne and Zendaya as style watchers who want to turn their blog Geekly Chic into a magazine.

♥ From Yahoo! Shine, 3 "fun" treadmill workouts to pass the time.

♥ Lizzie Haines, once taunted about her body, crowned plus size model of the year! Represent girl!

♥ Weight Watchers Inspirational Story. I could really relate to this one. This is a Hispanic household and it's so hard to give the food up. BUT, you don't have to...just substitute and portion control!

♥ From Zen Habits, The Habits That Crush Us.

♥ This is just too cool. Turn up the volume. Blue Ivy gets her own lullaby!

♥ From my pet blog, check out our guest blogger post from Jennifer Leigh Adams of Shine with Jennifer Leigh, LLC. She gives you 8 tips on photographing your pet. Cute!!!

♥ Are you pinning? Check out my Pinterest Resource page I'm currently working on. I'm continuing to add links and resources, so it's a work in progress!

♥ Ok, we just can't get enough of Beyonce. You can now take a college class on Beyonce at Rutgers?! What????

♥ More from Frisky, 50 Teeny Tiny Ways to Make Your House A Lot More Fabulous.

♥ Kim Kardashian's new TV role? Why???

“I think the quality of sexiness comes from within. It is something that is in you or it isn't and it really doesn't have much to do with breasts or thighs or the pout of your lips.”
~Sophia Loren~

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-25-12

2012-01-26T09:57:00.000-05:00

I feel like blogging about these food journals is so boring. I need to find a way to spice them up! Any suggestions?

I really need to get to the grocery store and stock up on some healthy snacks. I get way too hungry into between meals during the day.

I went to Starbucks last night to meet up with a new contact I met through my blogs and Twitter. I don't really drink coffee, so I had to look up the points to see what was OK to order. I ended up getting a Grande "Skinny Caramel Macchiato" for 4 points! It was pretty good. BUT, I'd much rather eat my points. LOL

I really need to spend more time blogging on Irresistible Icing. My time has been stretched thin this past month with my other sites, Irresistible Media and Irresistible Pets. Oh, to find more time in the day . . .

Well dolls, until next time!

"I can't imagine a person becoming a success who doesn't give this game of life everything he's got."

~Walter Cronkite~

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-24-12

2012-01-25T09:54:00.001-05:00

It was a pretty good day. I got in a great boxing workout. My husband was “training” me and he kicked my ass. I’m so sore today but yet it feels so good! He is really good at motivating me and making me laugh all at the same time.

Here is the food journal:

Keeping this short today. Lots to do!

"Life is all about timing... the unreachable becomes reachable, the unavailable become available, the unattainable... attainable. Have the patience, wait it out It's all about timing."
~Stacey Charter~

Angry!!!

2012-01-24T10:12:00.001-05:00

I mentioned in my Weight Watchers journal that I was just ANGRY yesterday!

I woke up tired, not feeling it, and really just not giving a shit. But, I got myself up, put on a happy face and did what I had to do.

I could feel the stress building throughout the day, like a pressure cooker about to burst.

When I went to make lunch, I was pissed off. Pissed that I had to measure my whole wheat pasta and weigh my grilled chicken.

I think it’s the realization that this isn’t just for a little while. That I need to do this forever to maintain where I need to be. BUT, I measured and weighed and didn’t go back for seconds.

Then something with work really set me over the edge and I was just fuming. To the point where I needed to step out in the garage, strap on my pink boxing gloves, and take my frustrations out on my innocent boxing bag.

I kicked that bags ass. Poor little bag!

I have the bloody knuckles to prove it and my legs can barely move from all the kicking.

Guess what? I still didn’t feel better. I can’t even remember the last time I felt so mad. All kinds of memories from the past kept coming up every time I hit that bag.

All kinds of unresolved arguments. The bullying on the school bus. Times I wish I would’ve stood up for myself. Times I let someone else take advantage of me.

I had my therapy appointment and thank goodness because I needed someone to talk to.

My therapist said all of this “anger” was good. Really?

It means that the EMDR process we are doing is working. We made connections that the present day triggers were related to the past triggers. That means I’m connecting the dots and closure is coming.

Yay?

Thank goodness. Because, anger is not a good look for me.

"Be yourself, don't take anyone's sh*t, and never let them take you alive."
~Gerard Way~

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-23-12

2012-01-24T09:39:00.001-05:00

How do I describe yesterday? ANGRY!

Just flipping Angry. Angry at everything. I’ll write a blog about it to explain.

All I’ve wanted to do since Thursday is EAT. I’ve been PMS’ing, having migraines, and just want to curl up in a ball and eat. I hate it. I hate feeling like I have no control. Ugh!

Sometimes, I hate sharing my journal because it’s not “perfect.” Not being perceived as perfect is something I’m slowly getting over. None of you will do the program perfectly either and that is OK!!!!

Monday nights are almost always sushi nights with my husband. It’s just become our thing.

When you're frustrated, make note of your frustration and keep going. When you're tired and weary, take time out for a little rest, and then keep going.
~Ralph Martson~

When the Student is Ready . . .

2012-01-22T20:50:00.001-05:00

I love this quote. Think about it.

Did you ever notice that when you were emotionally and mentally ready, the rest just seemed to follow? When you are ready, the teacher will appear . . . What ever format that "teacher" is for your situation.

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-19-12

2012-01-20T22:58:00.002-05:00

I hate THAT time of the month! The week leading up to Aunt Flo, I get ridiculously hungry. I don't even mean just getting the urge to binge eat. I mean, no matter what I eat, I feel empty!!! What the hell is that?!? Then it just goes away after a few days. I also suffer from migraines around that time also. I'm just a hot mess!!! LOL

I have to weigh in tomorrow morning and I'm hoping this doesn't through me off because I went way over my weekly points this week. I did get a few workouts in though. That's good, right?

I super exhausted and worn out from the week. Until next time!

“It is better to take many small steps in the right direction than to make a great leap forward only to stumble backward.”

~Old Chinese Proverb~

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-18-12

2012-01-19T10:26:00.001-05:00

Yesterday was actually a GREAT day! For a couple of a reasons:

1. I had a mindful eating day. I made a conscious effort to pick the right things and stock up on some healthy items at the grocery store.

2. I had my first personal training session. Well, it was more like a consultation since it was the first one. Let me tell you, some times, the right people come into your life at the right time!

I’ve always considered a trainer but I refused to have some skinny ex-cheerleader bitch tell me how to lose weight and work out! I needed someone that has been there. Someone that just gets it.

My trainer used to be overweight . . . 100 lbs overweight! She looks absolutely amazing! We had a really great conversation and I could totally relate with her and what she has been through. I am so inspired by her and her story. I really do believe that people are meant to come into your life for a reason and at the right time . . . because now, I am mentally ready for this.

I have a few free sessions from the gym and I’m seriously considering investing in this, for myself. This is my year to finally break though and make the changes I need and want!

I learned something about Wendy’s yesterday! I had been consuming more Points than I thought. Yikes!!!! I’m obsessed with their Chicken Pecan Apple Salad. When I look it up on my tracker, it says the full salad is 9 points. I assumed that included the pecans and dressing. I mean, why wouldn’t it? What’s the salad with out it? LOL. Wrong!

Well, last night I ordered the half after the gym and had to look it up online. Turns out the half i s 9 points WITH the dressing and pecans!!! OMG! So, the full with the works? 15 points my friends! Good LAWD!!!!

Well, this is a learning process….right? LOL

I’m sure it’s still better than cramming down a double cheeseburger.

To everyone else that is doing Weight Watchers, how is it going? What are you learning?

“The greatest revolution of our generation is the discovery that human beings, by changing the inner attitudes of their minds, can change the outer aspects of their lives.”
~William James~

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-17-12

2012-01-18T14:55:00.001-05:00

I know I’ve been slacking with posting my Weight Watchers journals for the past week. I apologize. I definitely need to be more accountable. However, I have been journaling in my Weight Watchers tracker.

I will admit I’m still struggling with this on the weekends. I am going to work on actively tracking on the weekends no matter what I eat! Why is that so hard for me and easier on the weekdays?

Yesterday was my Mom’s birthday, so we had sushi together for dinner. I over did the rolls but it was fun and I’m not regretting it. That’s what my 49 weekly points are for. I’m not going to feel guilty about it!

Back on track today. No need to ruin the rest of the week, right?

OMG, so I joined a gym last week. I haven’t belonged to a gym in years since I used to go to Bally’s (back in the day!). For the first time in awhile, I’ve actually really been enjoying working out and I look forward to MY time. Wow…can’t believe I said that!!!

Well, tonight is my first personal training session. I’m a little nervous . . . but excited! I’ll share more in tomorrow’s blog!

“Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.”
~Thomas Jefferson~

Diets Are Stupid

2012-01-18T11:50:00.001-05:00

Diet is a dirty four letter word.

Diet’s don’t work.

Diet’s are meant to fail.

Diet’s are meant to make you feel like a failure.

Diet’s are meant to torture you.

Diet’s are meant to make you feel less than human.

Diet’s are not a way of life.

Diet’s aren’t REAL!

Diet’s are fuc*ing stupid.

There is no such thing as a diet. It is a temporary state of being.

You can’t live forever on lettuce, grilled chicken, and protein smoothies. You just won’t. And you won’t be a very happy person to be around.

I have news for any of you that are currently on a diet, you will eventually gain all your weight back (and maybe more), return to your old habits, and then be searching for the next big ‘fad’ diet to “fix” yourself.

Diet’s teach you nothing about yourself or what makes you do the fuck*ed things you do. Ok, maybe they teach you that you really have no willpower after all. That you are still addicted to ice-cream. That you will always love to eat. And guess what? All of that is ok!

Diet’s are useless. Life goes on. You have to eat every single day, multiple times a day, for the rest of your life. There will be birthdays, celebrations, graduations, weddings, holidays, vacations, promotions, breakups, heartbreaks, and even funerals. ALL of these are celebrated and mourned with food whether you like it or not. It’s just the human way. You can try and fight it but you will fail as long as you are dieting. I guarantee you this: If you don’t change your mindset and you keep “dieting”, you will gain weight each and every single time.

I know, I am the bearer of bad news, Negative Nelly, Debbie Downer, and you want to slap me right about now. That’s ok. It means I’m hitting a nerve. A nerve that is your reality and it hurts. It means this is real and it’s time to face the music.

It’s not your body you have to change. It’s not fitting into the latest skinny jeans that is going to make you whole. As cliché as it sounds, you have to start working on you from the inside first. Trust me, the rest will follow.

You have to change your mindset. You have to change how you think about food, how you interact with food, how you live with food, how you work with food, how you obsess every single second of every single day worrying about your body, about food, and about what someone else thinks about you.

If you concentrate on what made you eat and gain weight in the first place, you can gain closure, and you will be able to re-learn how to eat, so that you can lose the weight and meet your physical goals once and for all.

Throw the diet’s away. Focus on YOU. Forget what everyone else thinks and says. They don’t matter anyways. Stop saying tomorrow and start doing today!

“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.”
~Dr. Seuss~

Irresistible Fashion: Eye Glasses from GlassesUSA!

2012-01-16T19:24:00.001-05:00

Not many people outside of my close friends and family know that I’m blind as a bat and have been wearing glasses since I was 8! I still remember my very first pair, they were HUGE and pink! LOL!!!!

Most days I wear contacts but I do have an “irresistible” pair of Coach eyeglasses (which, cost me a fortune…ugh!). I wear them around the house, before bed, or on days that my eyes just can’t tolerate my contacts. Seriously, my eyes are so bad, I can’t see a thing without them!

I recently discovered a website called GlassesUSA.com, where you can buy high quality frames and lenses. They offer a 110% lowest price guarantee and a 100% satisfaction guarantee along with a generous refer-a-friend program.

My favorite part of the website is the Virtual Mirror, where you can “try” on different glasses. It was so simple to use! Check me out!

I’m actually past due for a new pair of prescription eyeglasses. It seemed like every single year my prescription got worse. My eyes started to level out once I hit about 28 and they’ve stayed about the same ever since. I work on the computer for hours at a time and I think that has really worn out my eyeballs!

I really want to get another pair of glasses because mine are scratched and feel a little blurry. Of course, they need to be stylish, trendy, and irresistible! I would like to order a pair from GlassesUSA because there is a wide variety of shapes, styles, colors, and the price is right on!

I really like these from the GlassesUSA website:

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Irresistible Links – Naked Plus Size Bodies, Bald Barbies, Sh*t People Say, and more!

2012-01-13T14:11:00.001-05:00

♥ Plus Size Bodies, What is Wrong with Them Anyways? In the January 2012 issue of PLUS Model Magazine, plus-size model Katya Zharkova is featured in an explosive editorial where thought provoking statistics and statements are revealed

♥ Weight Watchers Success Story – Back on Track. Rachelle lost 82 lbs on Weight Watchers! Check out her story!

“ It’s so great to be able to go into a store and try anything on. I’m so much more confident and comfortable in my own skin. ”

♥ Fashion FAIL! Crocs (the ugliest shoes in the world!) sold $1 Billion in those ugly rubber shoes last year. Why ??????

BUT, did you know they made these Leopard print pumps? Now, you’ve got my attention!

♥ I LOVE this video! Worried that you don’t look like all those celebs in the magazines? Well, now you can!

♥ Congrats to plus size blogger Jessica Kane, who is now writing over at Perez Hilton’s blog! Check out her post, How To Recreate Lea Michele's Style For Plus-Size Girls

♥ What do you think of this? Women Lobby for Bald Barbie for Girls with Cancer.

♥ Researchers at Humboldt University in Berlin sent email messages containing only names, ages and zipcodes (no pictures) to 47,000 online dating members and found that certain names were much more likely to receive clicks than others. Kevin and Mandy were top of the list!

♥ Totally Random . . . .Crocodile ends up in families living room! O-M-G!

♥ The Sh*t Girls Say trend continues! Sh*t girls say to personal trainers! LOL

♥ No More Deep Fried Twinkies For Paula Deen . . . I know, shocker!!! She has been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. Proof that you can’t sip on butter.

♥ Could the next big diet pill fry your brain? Qnexa is mixed with Topiramate, which I’ve taken for years for migraines. Personally, it’s been harmless for me. I’m willing to give it a whirl! LOL

♥ She works hard for her money! Wait, these girls really didn’t…check out the list of American’s that least deserve their fame and fortune!

♥ Disney themed engagement shoots. Sickening or Sweet?

♥ Small habits = big results in weight loss. This article is a must read!!!

Believe it or not, an 11-minute workout can help you burn more fat all day long, say researchers from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville.

Have an Irresistible weekend, loves!

“Being happy doesn't mean that everything is perfect. It means that you've decided to look beyond the imperfections.”
~Unknown~

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-10-12

2012-01-11T13:49:00.001-05:00

Yesterday was an ok day. I definitely need to get my 100 ounces of water in and start eating more fruits and vegetables.

Here is my journal:

I’m super busy today, working on stuff for clients, and my other 2 blogs, Irresistible Pets and Irresistible Media. I’ll catch up with you laters!

The fear of something is what keeps us stuck in the outcome we're afraid of.
~The Daily Love~

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-9-12

2012-01-10T14:17:00.001-05:00

Yesterday was a pretty good day, points wise. I didn't go overboard and I wasn't all that hungry in between meals. Here's my journal:

Typically, on Monday nights my husband and I go out to eat for All You Can Eat Sushi. I really wanted to but I knew I would blow my points for the entire week. I was a little pissed off that I had to "settle" with Subway but I had to stop and think about the long term effects vs. the short term pleasure.

I find that I'm taking longer to make decisions lately about food. I guess that's a good thing? As long as they are good decisions! LOL.

We had Skinny Dip after dinner, which is a local Frozen Yogurt shop. I love it because all their FroYo is Weight Watchers friendly and it feels like you are going out for icecream! Woo Hoo!

We even got Chuy a Doggie Dip to go! It's dog friendly FroYo with doggie treats on top. Too cute!

Today, I made Turkey Chili Taco Soup in the crock pot from SkinnyTaste.com. Even my husband loved it and he hates chili! We are going to make cheese enchiladas tonight and top them with the "chili" to mix it up a bit.

I haven't cooked this much in my entire life!! LOL

Thanks for reading and "see" you soon!

"Never stand begging for that which you have the power to earn."
~Miguel de Cervantes~

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-6-12

2012-01-08T23:18:00.001-05:00

Friday was a bit of a stressful day. First off, I only got an hour of sleep the night before. Our baby, Chuy Chihuahua was up all night sick and couldn't sleep. I decided to take him to the vet later in the morning and that took up a chunk of my day. He had a foreign body in his belly and it needed to pass.Thank goodness he is doing a million times better and is OK!

I was already running low of some of my "powerful" foods, so I didn't do a good job planning my meals.

Here's my food journal.

I ended up using 43 points for the day! Whoa!

I ended up with 9 over my daily limit of 34 because I was absolutely starving later in the night. Probably because I only ate carbs all day! LOL My husband and I went to Wendy's and I got the Apple Pecan Chicken Salad. <LOVE> Trust me when I say it was painful watching him scarf down a number 2, double stack with cheese. Ughh!

I would normally have allowed myself to also order a #2 and use my "stressful" day as the excuse. Woo Hoo to salads!

I'll post the rest of my weekend journals tomorrow. Talk soon!

"A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new."
~Albert Einstein~

Weight Watchers Food Journal for 1-5-12

2012-01-06T16:44:00.001-05:00

Ohh! That’s why they haven’t been working! LMAO!

I had another great day of staying on my points target. Can I get a Woo Hoo!!!

I definitely need to incorporate more fruits/vegetable into my daily diet but one thing at a time. Just getting back into gear is a big step on it’s own.

I used to be able to tell the points of ANYTHING! I feel like I’m relearning everything all over. It’s eye opening how many points certain foods are!! Geesh!

I took my own advice from Monday’s Food Journal and reduced the points at Subway. Yay! I was a scanning fool in there, checking the points on all the chips LOL! The Garden Salsa Sunchips that I used to eat all the time are 5 points! No thanks…totally not worth it. I’d rather use those points for icing! ha-ha

Well, on to finish up some other blogging projects and figure out what’s for dinner tonight!

Ciao, loves!

“Nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent.”
~Eleanor Roosevelt~