Happy Birthday Madison

This year I think the greatest gift I am giving Madison is the gift of health. Let me explain... I have been itching to blog for the past few days. :)

I am on day 6 of eating NOTHING but healthy non preservative food choices. I could not have done this without the Holy Spirits divine power and strength. In an earlier blog I told you about the book called Made to Crave. Well I can honestly say that I am more focused now on being closer to God and craving more of Him and along that process He has helped me with my food. I mean seriously... I made it through a birthday party with yummy cupcakes and dips and everything. I actually had to make those yummy cupcakes. :) The hardest part was washing the icing and cake batter off of my finger instead of licking it!! haha. I'm so serious. You don't believe me. Yes, I'm being that strict. Yes, I think it's necessary. I'm not going to go without birthday cake my whole life. But for now, I am. When I am disciplined enough to have one or two bites and walk away and not want more, then I will think about it. I also want to see some progress in my body before I start letting sweets back in. But, this is pretty much a life style change for me. I don't need those things to satisfy me and I never will.

I haven't weighed in yet, but I know about where I started. I am eventually going to add in more exercise. But I am pleased with my changes thus far. This is more will power than I have ever had before. I'm giving myself a year to lose the whole amount of weight that I think will make me healthier.

I am so thankful for the body God gave me. I want to use it to bring glory to his Kingdom forever. I want to be healthy.

So to my Maddy on her birthday. I want to be a model mother in every aspect. In faith. In health. In self-control. In confidence. In love of myself, my husband, my family, God, and strangers.

I want you see all of these things in me, that way you will see Jesus. You are so special to me sweetie. I want to give you the best gift of all this year. So we will continue to pray and I will continue to do my best to be the healthiest mom I can be. I love you Madison. Sooooo much. :)