My Weight Loss Journey

Kicking Off My Calorie-Counting Journey

I’ve decided it’s time to hold myself accountable—and what better way than writing it all down for the world to see? Today marks the first day of my renewed calorie-counting adventure. I’m using the free version of the Lose It! app, something I tried years ago but never stuck with. This time, I’m committed to seeing it through.

My Plan

• Calorie target: 1,385 calories per day

• Morning exercise (20 minutes): jumping on the trampoline, dancing, and lifting 5-pound weights in each hand

• Afternoon cardio (45 minutes): bike riding

By sticking to this routine, I expect to burn fat and build a bit of muscle. On paper, the numbers add up: at 138 pounds now and with a goal of 122 pounds, losing roughly one pound per week will get me there by September 20th.

Sticking With It
Accountability is huge for me. By sharing this publicly, I’m raising the stakes: I’ll have to report back on my progress. I know there will be days when I want to skip exercise or indulge in that extra cookie, but I’m ready to pace myself. I’m reminding myself that losing one pound a week is healthy, realistic, and—most importantly—achievable.

Looking Ahead
I’ll check in here weekly with updates: what went well, and how I’m feeling—both physically and mentally. Here’s to Day 1, to logging every bite, to morning dance parties in my bedroom, and to one small step at a time toward a healthier me. 

Let the journey begin!

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Abby The Maltese coloring pages

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Miss Abby, The Maltese Dog

Wheels of Wisdom: Biking Alongside Tozer

I am listening to Anne of Avonlea on audiobook with my mom, so I needed a book to listen to on my own. So I am listening to The Pursuit of God by AW Tozer. This year, I’ve set a personal goal to “read” 20 books—5 in print and 15 audiobooks. This is the second audiobook on my list.

I love listening to it while I ride my bike. 🚴‍♀️
Quotes from the book will be in my stories on Instagram.

Follow me on my reading journey

 This year, I’ve set a personal goal to “read” 20 books—5 in print and 15 audiobooks.

I’m kicking things off with my first audiobook 

of the year: Anne of Avonlea by L.M. Montgomery.

As a child, I read Anne of Green Gables multiple times, but I never completed the full series. I’ve always loved Anne—her imagination, resilience, and charm make her one of the most compelling female characters in literature.

Now, I’m excited to experience the rest of her journey as an adult, starting with this next book in the series.

Have you read the Anne series?

Which book is your favorite?

Share yours in the comments—I’ll be sure to share mine once I’ve finished them all! 📚

I'll be sharing my reading progress in my Instagram stories... 😊📚📖

#AnneOfAvonlea #LucyMaudMontgomery #ReadingGoals #audiobookjourney

Bre's Reading Journey pt 1

📚 Welcome to My 2025 Reading Journey

Hi friends — I’m so excited to kick off my very first reading journey blog post of the year!

Lately, I’ve realized just how often I find myself glued to my phone, endlessly scrolling without much purpose. I wanted to change that. I’ve been craving a hobby that doesn’t involve screens — something slower, more intentional, and fulfilling.

Reading has always fascinated me. I’ve loved the idea of being an avid reader — someone who devours books and always has a new story to dive into. But truthfully, I’ve never quite made it a steady habit. I read here and there, but never as much as I wished I did.

This year, I want to change that.

I want reading to become my new “doomscrolling” — the thing I reach for instinctively, not my phone. I want to read more often, to enjoy the process, and to fall in love with books the way I’ve always hoped I would.

So, I’ve decided to document my 2025 reading journey right here on this blog and on Instagram.

📖 Follow along on Instagram:

BresFaithfulJourney

I’ll be sharing book reviews, ratings, thoughts, and trying to not share spoilers.

Thank you for being here — and here’s to a year full of good stories, cozy reads, 

and less screen time. 

Happy Birthday to my niece, Stella

 Happy Birthday, Stella! She turned two today!

Stella turns 2

Stella with Minnie Mouse

Having a little birthday picnic

We love Stella!

I love this little girl

I am SO blessed to be in her life