The amazing disappearing Ordog!

That's right, I am officially on the loosing side of my weight issue. But this time its good to be a looser! I started the new year off with a new resolution; to change my lifestyle. I refused to say it was a diet, because diets fail. I simply said this is the way its going to be, from now on. First I just started paying attention to what I was eating. Staying within portion limits and choosing healthier foods. Since my willpower is soo weak, I thought this was a good way to start and strengthen that. I wasn't denying myself anything, I was just making sure I didn't over do it. After a month and a half, I lost 16lbs. You heard me 16lbs! This past sunday, as a birthday present, my mother-in-law purchased a 3 month membership to weight watchers.com. There method of "points" matched what I was already doing, so this is refining what I had already started. Not only am I watching what I'm eating I'm now putting limits on it. I added a simple excersise plan to accelerate the initial effects, and we'll see on this Sunday the results. I think my wedding day, and the birth of my daughter were the only things I've ever been more excited about!
That being said, I don't want to be one of these people who change, and then push their views onto other people, so if I start to sound like one of those bible thumpin' food nazi's feel free to tell me to shut the fuck up!
On another note, I don't know if I said this in a prior blog, but my brother Matt just bought his own Outback Steakhouse in Swansea, IL. So I'm thinkin' we need a road trip, what do you say? Swansea is right next to Bellville on the otherside of the river. I'm not talking tomorrow or anything, but maybe sometime when the indiana crew is headed this way, the Missouri crew could meet there for lunch or dinner or something. My bro is definately having a good year. married, baby, homeowner, business owner!

I'm gonna try to blog again on Sunday, so everybody can see my results for the weigh in. Until then, l8r peeps!

What up

Hey peeps,

yet another day, and another dollar. I don't think I mentioned in my last blog but I went to mardi gras with my buddy Robert on Feb 2. it was a blast. needless to say, I gave away a ton of beads, and trust me, those girls earned it. I wish everyday was mardi gras! I self medicated before I went and it was a good thing I did, because drinks were fuckin' expensive! It was definately an experiance. I don't think I'll go again, though. Its one of those i've been there now so I don't need to do it again things.

Anyways. My birthday is coming up. Don't worry you don't need to get me anything. ;) I'm almost 30 (28 technically, but its close enough). I'm too old for presents. Except from Sophie. She takes good care of me. I can't wait to see what she gets me this year.

Well, gotta run! Hope everybody is doing well. Those new babies are soo cute! Congrats again and good work!

later!

its me again!

Well, well, well, some of you thought I was gone. I heard the whispers. "Ordog will never post again..." Well, I'm here to prove you wrong. I've been a little busy getting back into the school semester, but here I am. Well, whats new. 2 friends families have gotten larger, my brother, Matt, just bought an Outback Steakhouse, and Sophie had her 2nd birthday. So I'd say there has been some development.

I'm so happy that Susan and Tracy are doing well. I know things can be rough in the begining, but being a parent is the greatest thing. Congrats again. I hope your family bonds strenghthen with every moment you're together.

My brother Matt had been long waiting his own Outback Steakhouse, and finally got the nod! His new store is in Swansee, IL. He's also just gotten married, and has a baby girl on the way. He is having the best year ever, I think.

Can I make a suggestion. What ever you do. DONOT have your children's birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese. Sophia just turned 2. We wanted to have a decent party for her, but to register a party at CEC's you have to buy the party package and pay extra for anything not included in the party package. However, CEC lets you have your own party without registering. Great, right? Wrong. We got there about a half hour early so we could get a table and be set up for when the guests started to arrive. It was the coldest day of the year, and the line went out the door. We waited for a half hour before getting inside to wait to get in. Then they wouldn't let us order food or get a table until our entire party came through, and they all had to wait in the same line, even though we were already in. Needless to say it was a headache. Sophie had a great time, though, and I guess that's really all that matters. right.

Jen, I need to thank you so much (sarcasim intended)! As soon as Sophia wakes up in the morning she says "play with playdough?!" Everyday, all day, all I hear is "more playdough please". Your gift was certainly a hit. This thanks is sincere.

Well I'm tired and have to go to bed so I can get up early and cut firewood. Oh, that reminds me, next year (for those of you with fire places in your homes) Don't buy firewood off that truck that goes door to door. Let me know and I'll cut you some. As long as my back holds up I won't charge any thing but gas money to get it to you. If I get a lot of demand, a small fee might be incurred. Let me know if you're interested. I have a never ending supply of firewood in my backyard. Well, thats it. toodles.