Ahhhh, What I Wore Wednesdays are back!  I am was reluctant to resume these posts till I reached my goal weight, but I think keeping track of these will help me see my results till I get there. I bought this dress back in December and I'm happy to report, it's a bit roomy now.  Yayyyyyy!

I am not a trendy girl:  color has always been my thing.  I wear bright colors all year long.  Yes, even through the dreary winter.  So, when I saw that color was one of the 'IT' things this season, I was part happy and part like 'ummm, okay??'  I must admit that for the first time in my life, black was my go to wardrobe color, but lets's chalk that up to leftover baby weight.  Anywho, I picked these beauties up at the beginning of the year.  Winter went  it by so quickly, I didn't have a chance to wear them.  Also, I finally got a striped jacket.  I stalked it till the price dropped ($79 was the original and I got it for $31).  Haven't worn it yet, either...smh

Ahhh, it's that time of year again.  The time I look forward to every year.  What am I referring too?  The NYC Makeup Show.  This is one of the most well known makeup industry events in NYC and across the country.  I always look forward to previewing the new collections and trends from such brands as Makeup Forever, Becca Cosmetics, Inglot, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics and MAC, just to name a very few.  I also look forward to new and upcoming brands that will be unveiled.  Oh, did I mention the shopping?  Artists can shop for ALL things for their kits.  Makeup afficiandos can rack up for their personal stash. Because the show is a pro event, items are discounted.  One year a friend and I came home with a whole set of foundation for bridal makeup at a price, we normally wouldn't be able to afford!  Not for a whole set, anyway.

A little more about the show:
The Makeup Show NYC will continue to deliver the largest pro-driven beauty event in the global epicenter of beauty and fashion – New York City!


Join us for two days dedicated to Artistry, Networking, Community, Inspiration and Education. Fill your kit with pro-driven essentials. Refine your skill-set in our exclusive hands-on workshops and seminars. Work with FX, Fantasy and Beauty. Explore Business strategies and opportunities during forums & Keynotes. Unite with fellow industry insiders. Network with brands execs and CEOS.

The event takes place May 5-6, 2013.   For more info and to view other cities, visit www.themakeupshow.com.  I'll be attending on Sunday.  You? 
Here is a preview of me at the show from a few years back.  It's even bigger and better today.  

I'm so happy to be able to say 'family'?  I mean I've always considered my husband my family but with our new addition my life feels complete. This past Saturday we took a trip out to the Manayunk Food Festival in Pennsylvania.  Twin (our nickname for her - she was born on my birthday, but looks JUST like her dad) had a slight cold, but it was too beautiful to stay inside.

    Manayunk Restaurant Week started April 14 and runs thru the 26th

     I don't even know what to say about this car and yes someone drove it

     My other love:PIZZA.  This was organic and cooked by wood...YUMMY!

   What would a food festival would be without Funnel Cake??!

This week marks seven months since I had my little miracle baby.  Not sure how much longer I can use 'I just had a baby' as an excuse for the extra weight, though.  Now, I must pat myself on the back because I was in the gym as soon as December rolled around, but now I need to rev up my routine.  I have big plans for my first Mother's Day and I've already bought my dress: a European made size 8, so you know it's really a 4...HA!  This year will also be my 10th wedding anniversary...PRAISE GOD!  I want to look better than I did when I first tied the knot.  I have a bit of time before my anniversary, but Mother's day is right around the corner.  Anywho, it's time to really get serious about getting a portion of my body back.

Stats:

Height - 5'8" (I've been claiming 5'7" for the longest time??)
Pre-pregnancy weight - 160lbs (before meds)
Pre-pregnancy weight - 165lbs (after IVF meds)
Highest Weight - 205lbs (during pregnancy)
Current Weight - 170lbs
Short-term Goal Weight - 160lbs
Long-term Goal Weight - 150lbs (I actually will be happy at 155 - my baby gave me a nice little booty and I don't want to lose it..lol)

Eventhough I've had my baby, I'm still dealing with PCOS symptoms, so it takes me a little longer to get this weight off.  I could  starve myself, but that's not an option. So, I plan to eat more often as I usually do, try and lower my carb and sugar intake (especially before bed) and work out 4-5 times per week(a mix of weight training, cardio and pilates).  The food is the hard part for me.  I'm also taking B-vitamins because I heard it's really good for PCOSers and may start taking D-Chiro-Inositol again (natural supplement that acts like metformin - also good for PCOSers). 

That's it in a nutshell.  Pray for me.

Pictures coming soon.

Check out my bestie supermommy Porfiria Gomez, who is also trying to get her FabFit on after having three kids.