Wow.. it's been a minute

Happy belated Christmas everyone!!

Sorry I haven't been on in awhile. The impending holiday season has been super busy for me! However, I have been keeping up with my exercise. My eating habits have been atrocious though ><

Luckily for me I haven't been eating tons for the holiday! I know I said I would weigh myself last time I was on but I forgot... I will weigh myself next weekend because I want to burn off the holiday calories I did pick up ><  I do feel like I have lost a bit of weight though. If I didn't I have toned up pretty good and I have more muscle mass then fat.

I have been walking/running 2-3 miles every morning. I'm hoping to lose at least 30 more pounds before going on my trip to Japan. Wish me luck!!

Long time no see! おひさしぶり！

Sorry I haven't posted in awhile >_< I've been busy with final projects and final exams. However, I shall be on more often now :D

I will be posting about my exercise and eating regimen for the next couple of months. I'm trying to be healthier and have more energy. I know I have been eating poorly lately so I will not post that xD

However, next Sunday I will be posting my current weight and whether or not I have lost/gained weight.

Also, since we have last spoken I've been seeing a counselor. She has been helping me manage my stress and depression. I have to say I'm feeling fantastic. Thanks to her I made it through this semester. I was on the verge of quitting but she gave me the extra push I needed. I would also like to thank my teachers who didn't give up on me.

Most of you don't know but I'm usually the extremely independent type who never asks for help. I'm the one usually helping others and giving advice. I was raised to never ask for help and to be strong and persevere. I was also raised to believe that only "crazy" people seek counseling/therapy. I don't know if all black families are like this but that is how I was raised. Even though I've felt that I needed a therapist for awhile I never sought one out because I believed that if I went I was weak. However, you'd be surprised how just talking about your problems calms and helps you see things you wouldn't have normally saw. My mind is now at peace.

Moral of the story: Don't give up and Don't be afraid to ask for help.

OMG!!

I finally found not one but TWO websites that sell unrefined shea butter and aloe vera gel!! I'm about to order some ASAP! When I get it I will definitely give you a review of my findings :)

 If you want to go ahead and jump in first I'll post the link to the page that gives you info about shea butter and its uses and other health benefits :)

http://sheabutterguide.com/shea-butter/

Sometimes you have to let it go

I've been working out but I haven't been seeing much results due to my consumption of wheat products/fast food. So I will limit myself from fast food and also will not consume food that contains wheat products. Those who don't watch Dr. Oz should. I learned that modern wheat that has been genetically modified holds on to the visceral fat which causes weight gain and can lead to many medical problems associated with a heavy weight.

In other news I'm slowly getting over my fear of presenting things in front of my class. I had a presentation for Environmental Science on Tuesday and I have to say it went pretty well :) I muddled a couple of my words but it was better than the near panic attacks I usually have.

So ready for this school year to be over though. I more test and one more oral presentation til finals ^^ Only 3 days of classes left ^^ Wish me luck!!