I want it Now...

I've been struggling with this idea for a blog all night... do I write it?  How do I phrase what I want to say? 

So, I decided to go for it in honor of the "believes in dreams," shirts I just ordered... in my favorite color I might add.

So instant gratification is something I struggle with.  I like to see results.  I have absolutely no patience.  However, it's not that I expect things handed to me on a silver platter (don't mistake instant gratification with entitlement) I am perfectly willing to work for it.  I just don't like waiting. 

Case in point.  I'm down 20 pounds... yeah!  However, I want to be at my goal.  I've turned down delicious margaritas, cupcakes (the really original gourmet kind that you feel like you HAVE to try just because you're curious) and pizza, lots of pizza. 

I think every single time you turn down something delicious that is offered to you your body should automatically drop a pound.  How amazing would that be?  Then you would truly be rewarded for willpower! 

Then again I just had a flash of that 90s made for TV movie with Suzanne Sommers where she makes a deal with the devil to lose weight.  I don't remember much more than that- just that it ended badly.  Don't even ask why I thought of that- I had to be super little when it was on!  (just checked on IMDB and it was called Devil's Food... which reminded me of cake... I just said no- another pound gone?)  Since I'm drooling I thought you needed to too.

Click for recipe

Click for Duncan Hines link if you can't resist!

So I figured I'd cave and post a picture of me.  I mean how am I supposed to prove progress to you guys without a picture of me.  This was on my 30th Birthday- with my baby brother- about a month before I started.  You can't see the dress underneath the cardigan but it's already too big and out of my closet- to be donated soon!



How amazingly cute is my brother? Love him SO much!

So what exactly is my point?  You know, speaking of me being off topic sometimes, okay all the time.  My biggest critism on every single paper I wrote from Middle School through College was that I didn't stay on topic for my point =)  I'm trying to improve that with my blog.

My point is that I have so many goals.  I have so many dreams (hence the new shirt in my favorite color) and I want them now.  Doesn't everyone?  However, I'm working towards them and I'm learning that the best way to stay on track is to celebrate the small victories... all the way up until I (you) reach my (your) big goal and then I (you) set a new one!  

Self Motivation with a Wanelo Twist

I discovered Wanelo this week (www.Wanelo.com) in case you're not familiar it's similar to Pinterest (As in you can search, add things to boards, etc.) However, the major difference is that you can buy things right there.  Or with two clicks.  The other difference is that there aren't DIY projects, recipes, etc. 

I set out to try and figure it out to see if it's something Mingo needs to be a part of (It is... follow me at:  http://wanelo.com/mingoink)  At first I really worked at finding out how to post stuff (slightly more confusing than Pinterest, at least to me.)  Once I got that figured out, I started playing around and I discovered:  EXTRA MOTIVATION. 

I love "Playing Dress-Up" and putting things together.  However, there are only certain styles that I can pull off now with my current shape (mostly dresses with a thick empire waist that flair out... with leggings and boots, it's kinda my wardrobe.  This year I did filter in grey leggings instead of just black and riding boots!)  Part of my goals are to reinvent myself and my wardrobe as I get closer to my goal, so a lot of my posts on Wanelo revolve around that... 

Like, could I pull off this dress with a leather jacket, vintage jewelry and heeled boots? Loving the edgy sweet look, but is it me?   




Click photo for Wanelo original source: Ustendy.com

My wedding was absolutely amazing.  The only thing that wasn't:  me.  I used to eat when I was stressed.  Most people lose weight before their wedding... I didn't.  So while my dress was beautiful the key "IT" factor I was looking for was flattering, nothing out of the box.  Which also meant that I was in the world of A Line, while a great style it wasn't the me I wanted for that day.  Part of my goal for this year, get to the point where I could wear the dress/style I love.  Once I get there:  a vow renewal, somewhere tropical, in something like this.





Click Picture for Wanelo link.  Original Source:  Kleinfeldbridal.com



AND this





Click Picture for Wanelo link.  Original Source:  Nastygal.com
 

I have never worn a swimsuit that doesn't cover absolutely everything, not to mention a cover up over that, usually a dress that dries well.  Nothing that compares to the amazing fashion sense I actually have.  Which as a side affect means I usually avoid situations that require such attire (okay I just really wanted to complete the rhyme.)

 
With Mingo my goal was to take simply designed shirts that have a purpose and to show them in a variety of ways (such as the Karma v-neck tee with a mini skirt and cowboy boots OR with yoga pants OR under a blazer with jeans or a skirt.) Like this whole outfit below with my V Neck Black and White Inner Beauty tee.   However, right now pencil skirts do not work... but wait, soon you will see them on me so much it'll make your head spin!

With Inner Beauty by tiffiney-schuler-baumgarden featuring a cross bangle bracelet

 

So moral of the story, I feel so good about the 12lbs gone the last 2 weeks and I can't wait to reach my milestones.  Instead of getting frustrated I'm using all of the outfits spinning around in my head to keep me on track.  How do/would you wear your Mingo?  What you keeps you on track to your 2013 goals?

 

Cheers!

 

Tiffiney

Random Facts About Me

While reading other Blogs I've discovered my favorite posts are the ones where they tell random thoughts and fact about themselves.  The more obscure and embarrassing the better!  So here are a few about me!

*My dog, Zoe, is ridiculously spoiled.  I mean she goes to day camp like twice a week and my husband compares her to our friend's kids.  (But in all honesty how cute is she????)  She was supposed to be a pure bred Great Dane born to an accidental litter with a family that had a new baby and no room for puppies.  So we got as much of a pure bred as can be guaranteed on Craig's List.  Our vet thinks there's still a chance but she's tiny (we saw a 6 month old puppy that made her look tiny and she's 75 lbs).  Oh yeah, and I secretly used to mock people who treated their pets like people.



Zoe at my mom's house
 

Visiting the store and modeling!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*I was once hit on at Chuck E Cheese during my little sister's birthday party by Chuck E. in costume.  It was super hot.

 

*My first crush ever (in third grade) had a thing for my Mom.  Still a sore subject. 

 

*I listen to Oprah Radio on Sirius as well as 90s music, early 2000s pop, Natasha Bettingfield and Maroon 5.  I'm kinda cheesy and I love music that has memories attached or makes me feel like anythings possible. 

 

*I sincerely believe that everything I've "believed" and every place I've been up to this point has led me to starting Mingo.  So many people try to hide who they are... they try to be what people expect and we lose ourselves.  Our beliefs and personality quirks are what make us unique, they're what make us interesting.  It was one of the sparks to beginning the "believes in" line.

 

What are some of your favorite random facts about you?

 

Cheers,

Tiffiney