Perfect Cup o' Java

Ever since having kids I have become a fan of coffee; almost to the point of being a coffee snob. I started out on Folgers and Maxwell House like most people, but didn't realize what else was out there. I've tried countless brands (Dunkin Donuts, Eight o' Clock, grocery store brands...) but have found some favorites; Whole Bean Starbucks House Blend and Whole Bean Starbucks Sumatra. I love the flavor of both!
Thomas bought me a really nice coffee maker for Christmas that grinds the beans every time you make a pot of coffee. I love this because every pot tastes fresh and delicious.

I also add some sweetener and Coffee Mate Creme Brulee creamer....mmmmm!

Makes for a perfect start to the day! If anyone else some favorite coffee suggestions, let me know!

Working Out Made Fun!

After 8 months I figured it's time to buckle down and get rid of this lingering baby weight. My husband bought me Wii Fit for my birthday (at my request...or else that could've been taken the wrong way!). I admit I don't use it as much as I should, but it's actually a great workout if done frequently. My favorites include the 30 minute free walk (I can watch Food Network while working out!), running the Island Lap (running in place for 12 minutes), and the 10 minute Hula Hoop workout! The Hula Hoop workout is probably the funniest and most unique workout of all of them. You stand on the Wii Board and move your hips like you're spinning hula hoops. The avatar of yourself on the screen mimics your moves and tallies up the spins for you. At the end it gives you the number of spins and then compares it to your past attempts, so you can compete with yourself. It has definitely helped tone my stomach a little bit (I haven't been using it that long), and I've lost 4 pounds so far! If you are looking for a fun way to work out and own a Wii, I HIGHLY suggest this "game"!