This just got real...

Holy moly is time flying by!! I can't believe that there are only 2 weeks left of the challenge! And, even more so, I can't believe that means we are leaving the country in 3 weeks. Can you say crazy?

I'm determined to make these last 2 weeks count. My weight loss so far has been mediocre. I'm losing, but not as much as I should be, in my opinion. If I push really hard, and actually do what I'm supposed to, there's still a possibility that I'll reach my goal. So, Teaven and I are going to push each other to make the most of it before we get back and go shopping for our new, smaller wardrobes. SO excited to hit the stores. You have no idea.

Today we hit the teens in our countdown. 19 days. I can't believe what that means. You know when you're counting down to something and it just feels like a day doesn't take much off your countdown? Well, it's not like that anymore. Each day that passes, I feel a little more pressure to get things done and a lot more excitement that it's gonna be here before I know it.

I've started making my lists, and Teaven and I have Friday off this week to get some things done. He's going to the doctor to get his toe fixed before we move back to America, where medical expenses cost an arm and a leg. Seriously love that about Korea. Such awesome medical care. I'm going to get my hair done, and then we'll start the long-awaited for process of packing and deep cleaning our apartment.  So much to do, and I'm just so darn excited for this new journey in our lives.

Week 6

Here we are, entering Week 6 of the 8 Week Challenge. Can you believe we've been through 5 weeks already?

This past week was pretty good. I lost but feel like I am still pretty far from reaching my goal... and I feel like the time just keeps shrinking away. I've had a minor setback with running. I've got some type of problem with my right knee that makes it really hurt when I run. So, I'm taking a couple weeks off of running to see if that helps and only doing workout videos at home. I'm nervous it'll slow down my progress some because running is such a good workout for me, but I'm not going to let it stop me.

I'm determined to make these last 3 weeks count. Winter really gets to me. All this dreary, cloudy cold weather has me wanting to stay bundled up all day long. If it wasn't for Christmas, I would really loathe  winter. I'm not a big fan of cold weather, and I really look forward to getting back to Texas' warmer temps. I mean you people are still wearing shorts some days, right? Ridiculous. I think I'd die if I walked outside in shorts right now.

Our countdown to going home has passed the one month mark, and now each day that passes gives me a mini heart attack when I realize how close we are to leaving. There are so many mixed emotions that come with a big change like this. But that's for another post (which I promise I will write soon).

This week I'm going to forget all my setbacks. I'm going to lay aside my constant worry about how I want to look and focus on making healthy decisions.

Source: myfitnesspal.com via Toni on Pinterest

Sweet Jesus

God is so sweet to you. These words from a dear friend really touched me today. It's so true. God has blessed Teaven and I so much.

We are really feeling the big transition that is coming. We really started feeling it when we told my parents about our "early" arrival and even more so when we found out that new teachers had officially been hired to replace us. It's all becoming so real that we're moving back to America and probably never going to see this place again, our first home together. This last month here is really going to be bittersweet.

Last weekend, Teaven and I had the pleasure of seeing one of our friends from America in Seoul. It was so refreshing to talk with someone from back home. We had a great time with Kat, only wish it could have been longer!

We met up with her and headed to Gyeongbokgung Palace. This was probably one of my favorite places we've been to in Korea. It was absolutely gorgeous. I was so disappointed that the weather was so nasty that day because the fall colors surrounding the palace were so breathtaking. 

Then, we headed to Itaewon for dinner and shopping. We were there for Halloween weekend, so naturally, we had to by these cute headbands. We ate at a delicious Indian restaurant, then walked around shopping for souvenirs. At one point, a man came yelling down the street about how people need to know Jesus. Then he pointedly looked at the three of us, and said, "Do you love Jesus?" When we all nodded and said yes, he quickly replied, "Good. See you later in Heaven." and walked away. We all agreed that anger probably isn't the best tactic, but his parting line was hilarious!

During our time together, the topic was brought up about how Kat's house in Killeen would be available to rent this month. When she offered it to us, we were both a little taken aback. Could this be a God-thing? (of course!) Up to this point, our plan was to go back and live with my parents until we could find something more permanent.   The only drawback of that plan is my older sister and her kids are currently living there as well while their house is being built in San Antonio. So, Teaven and I would be taking up space that really wasn't there. Isn't it amazing how perfect God's timing is? After some prayer and consideration, Teaven and I felt that this was the direction God was taking us (and if definitely doesn't hurt that her house is gorgeous!) We are so thankful for her generosity and truly blessed to have been able to spend time with her!

So, you see? God has been sweet to us. When I feel that sudden inkling of worry or doubt creeping into my mind about this move, I am sweetly reminded that he is in control. He has already provided so much for us, and it seems that he likes to give us these surprises to remind us that he will continue to do so.