Ok, so I told myself I was going to do the 21 Challenge that Rhonna is doing and it started 5 days ago. Well, it's been on my mind but I haven't really focused on it. So, I'm starting today. Today is my DAY 1. I just need a clean start and I need to commit myself to it. Please help push me along. This is the intro page that I did for my journal. It's 9x9 and keep in mind, this is the first time I've done a Art Journal. I've got very familiar with my own style and how I like to design now and to try to do something more free - well, I'm struggling! LOL! So, not my best work - don't love it - wish I could do it again but I WILL NOT! I'm letting it go and I'll just keep on playing. Today, I'm gonna set time aside to do Day 1 entry - since I never did! LOL!
I have to thank Nichol Magouirk for all the incredible Narratives Product she sent me last week. Such yummy stuff! I've always loved Karen's designs and I just had to use those epoxies for this entry (the photo corner and the time clock). Such cute stuff! Thanks so much Nichol! That was soooo nice of you! I owe you big time!! Love ya girl!!!
So - the 21 Challenge - I'm gonna need some support here! LOL! My habit that I need to break and form at the same time is, eating right and working out. I know many of us struggle with these things, but it's time for me to really focus on it and get moving! Need to join the gym today - need to get my butt there every morning and off this computer! LOL! Need to eat better! I've been doing ok this week as I've had the challenge in my mind - but need to focus on this. Pizza last night was not a good thing! (: I started Weight Watchers LAST May and went for 3 weeks and then had to have knee surgery and that just put me down! So, need to get back up and working again! I'm gonna try to read over the program and just do it here from home. May join online, not sure.
So, if you have good, healthy snacks you eat, dinner recipes, anything...I'd love for you to share! Need to get some ideas!!
On another note, thanks for all your comments about my work and my layout! I actually went and bought some of the Boho Chic line yesterday from my LSS - you think I could wait until I get it from Making Memories - but nope! LOVE it! Had to get more! Hehehehe! I actually used it for my project for BHG Magazine and I really love the way my layout came together! Thank heavens!!! I think it will be in the October issue - so I hope you all like it too! (:
I got a WAYYYY cute assignment to do for Making Memories as well this weekend and I'm gonna go play with that today too! They have another contest on their blog right now too - too fun! I love all that they are doing over there!
OH....we ended up not going up to my parents! I'm so bummed! Ryan and Madi both got a bad cold and it usually turns into Broncitus for my hubby. He usually gets it twice a year. I'm sneezing, running nose and itchy throat too...so we decided to stay home! I'm so bummed but we will try to get up there again soon!
The main reason we were going, is because this weekend is the Semi-Annual General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. My Dad is speaking in the Preisthood Session (satuday night for the men) and we wanted to go up to support him. I couldn't go, but Ryan and all the boys were and Ryan really wanted to be there to hear him. I know he'll do a fantastic job - he is such an inspiration and an incredible speaker - I just wish we could be there. I hope he knows he's in our hearts! Ryan will go to church here to hear him though. I can't wait to hear all about it!
So, we will miss the family this weekend. I've got things to do though so it'll give me more time to do them! LOL!
This is turning into a novel, so I better run! If your still reading - thanks! LOL! Have a great day!
Hugs!
I love your journal entry! And you 3 product layout is great - love your work
Posted by: Sharma | Wednesday, April 05, 2006 at 02:01 AM
Robyn...I have a ton of WW recipes at home. I'm pretty sure I saved them all in a Word doc. If you want them, let me know and I can email them (assuming I can find them, lol!). I just got home from Vegas so I am getting myself back on track with WW too! :)
Posted by: Alison P | Tuesday, April 04, 2006 at 02:02 PM
Ok Robyn, I am here to help you....first I love your page...It is hard for me to to stop thinking like a scrapbooker and think art journal...I don't always like my page either but I make my self leave it as is. I am so glad you decided to do the 21 day challenge...My goal is to simplify my home mainly so I can relax in a clean picked up house and to do just something (even if litte like making the bed) everyday...so far it is working. Ok, now for your goal...I need to get back into shape myself. I did Weight Watchers 4 years ago and lost 44 pounds(so I know you can do it) WW is the best diet and helps you long term...I have kept it off with a few bumps here in there where I gained back about 10 pounds once or twice in the 4 years...so what I do is start counting my points again...exercise (mainly walking and riding my bike) and drink a ton of water everyday. If you stick to those things it will happen and at your first weigh in when you have lost 3 to 5 pounds you will be motivated to keep going...it always works for me and I willing to do it with you cause as of right now I have that extra 10 or maybe 12 pounds coming back on. I always check my blog and e-mail in the am around 9:30 am we will e-mail each other and remind each other to go for a walk...Sorry this is so long but I know exactly how you feel. I will have to e-mail a before and after photo of myself so you can see...have a great weekend
Kim
Posted by: Kim Bolyard | Friday, March 31, 2006 at 05:04 PM
Wow this is amazing... I really love it
Emine
Posted by: Emine | Friday, March 31, 2006 at 12:48 PM
Your page is gorgeous, Robyn! Love the epoxies. Such fun to explore new blogs through this project/challenge! Hope you and your family are feeling better soon!
Posted by: Amy T. | Friday, March 31, 2006 at 11:45 AM
love the journal page! I think it looks really cool. I think the reason I am stalling on starting my art journal is for the same reason you mentioned, just being too comfortable with the way you have been doing things. I know I fall victim to this too!
I can never ever wait until I get something in the mail (like my scrap mags) and usually end up buying them too...gotta stop that!
sorry you arent going to make it to your parents' this weekend!
Posted by: Shelby | Friday, March 31, 2006 at 11:23 AM
i just loooooove your into page! don't change it at all! i love the pink and silver together! almost makes me want to try the challenge ... but i don't think i could design that way! lol! can't wait to see your layout for the bhg assignment ... and whatever you're lucky enough to be doing for mm! must be soooo much fun! good luck on the eating and working out thing. can't help you with any healthy snacks since i live on cookies and candy. i need to work on that too ... but apparently i have no self-control!
Posted by: lauravegas | Friday, March 31, 2006 at 10:29 AM
i love your intro page to your journal!
i think it is a so pretty and love your handwriting.
Posted by: Vee | Friday, March 31, 2006 at 09:51 AM