I finally have internet!

I need cable but well, one step at a time!

I still have some things to do at the old place. I think this weekend will be the time to do it. Well, It has to be since I have to turn in the keys Tuesday. I just really want to stay in and finish Harry Potter. I am almost done and the book is great so far! Which means I won't be on my newly acquired Internet connection for long :).

Yesterday a horrible explosion occurred in Downtown Dallas at a gas facility. I would have seen it from my office window had I been in the office. But I was in Mesquite at our Education Center. The smoke was still terrible when I got back to the office. They didn't evacuate our building since we weren't in the immediate vicinity of the blast. I do know they closed any outside vents and went to circulated air to keep any air contaminants out of the building. It was a pretty scary thing and thank God only 3 people were injured. I am not sure of the extent of the injuries but something like that could have had a lot of fatalities.

Okay, time to go back to my Harry Potter book! Later!

Mostly Moved in

There is still stuff at the old place. Just a few things and the cleaning supplies. I think my stuff multiplies over night in the old place. Because every time I think it will be one more trip, it isn't. But I haven't been to the gym since Wednesday, so I am going tonight right after work. I don't think I can wait for the 7:15 Kickboxing class. I just want to get in, do cardio and get out. I know I haven't been sedentary since my last visit to the gym, but I really need to get back into my routine. I still feel out of sorts but it is slowly getting back to normal. I am close to getting my kitchen up and running so I am happy about that.

The cats are slowly getting adjusted. Here is how things went Friday: They got locked in the old apartment bathroom until the movers got everything out. I wasn't worried about them running out the door, but they were getting scared and all the hiding places were disappearing. Then, we move them to the new apartment. And they immediately hid. Sierra comes out first and is very vocal about her feelings. Then she goes and hides. They hiss at each other. Then Simon comes out and just starts chattering away. That cat will not hush up! It is cute for awhile, but after awhile, I just need some peace!!!

Well that is is for now. I bought the new Harry Potter book Saturday and I am trying to steal as many possible moments to read it. It is great so far. And yes, I am still trying to avoid spoilers!

Later

Move Day

Okay, I am waiting for my movers to arrive so I can get the big stuff and some boxes to the new place. Their time frame is between 7 and 11. I am okay with that because well, there was still stuff to do. Even once they get done with their stuff, I will still have stuff to move over. It is just a fun, fun time. I wanted to do it early though because it is relatively cool right now. It is funny to think that I should actually be at work right now. I still woke up at the same time, so there was no difference.

I am also getting excited about the new Harry Potter book. I didn't think I'd be as excited -- I'd read it and be done with it. But I truthfully want to read it before any spoilers get out! I want to read it for myself!!!

I know I have more to blog about but I can't really think right now. My head is spinning. I did manage to get all my services switched over and I even got a free Wireless gateway so I can set up wireless in the new place (after rebate, of course. They make you work for the free stuff :)).

Movers just called and they are on the way. Have a great weekend!

Much better today

I am feeling so much better today than yesterday. And definitely better than Sunday! I slept pretty well last night and now I feel like normal. Well, I do have a slight headache because I went to the dentist this morning. Poking around in a person's mouth with pointy objects is bound to give that person a headache. I go every 6 months, they should be pretty clean! Oh well, it is a necessary evil. I think the hygienist likes to inflict pain. She seems all sweet and innocent, but dang it, get a dental tool in her hand and she can hurt. They get paid good money to do that too!

Oh well, I am over it. Tonight is the normal. Packing, working out, then relaxing. I figure it is time for a spin class. I think it is has been 2 weeks since I hit one. My favorite teacher isn't teaching the class tonight though. He is super tough but fabulous. (So, have we noticed I pay people to actually inflict pain on me..... Maybe I should take a deep look inside me :)).

Well, I need to get back to work. I also have an expense report to complete. That AMEX bill comes quickly and I might need some money to pay it off!

Later!

Icky, icky

That is how I feel today. This weekend was very good. I packed, Mike and I hung out, watched a few movies, had dinner with Mike's visiting cousin, and I finally got to meet up with Michelle for dinner. All was good until I got home last night and felt a horrible pain in my stomach. Well, maybe it is all the core work I have been doing. Oh, um, no. Apparently one of my favorite restaurants gave me food poisoning! (I won't tell you were because this is the first time anything like this has ever happened there and I will probably go back there again) I was dizzy, had muscle aches and was generally in massive pain for about two hours (I felt like I was going to die.). It died down enough were I could sleep, but I am not super 100% today. Mike was working and I truthfully didn't really want him there for this fiasco. Normally I want to be taken care of when I am sick, but not last night! All he needed to know was that I was still conscious :). My lunch consists of Gatorade and crackers. Yeah, I probably should have stayed home today, but I am taking Friday off to move. I figured I did need to get some stuff done. I am just being a cube hermit. The stomach cramps have gone away so that is good news.

Mary Kaye is moving into our parking area -- they are setting up right now. So begins the month long complaint that they are taking up spaces and still in town. Oh well, hopefully it won't rain on them........

Have a great Monday. Later!

And the rain followed me back.....

When I flew into Chicago on Monday, it started raining. Apparently it hadn't been raining in Chicago. Until I got there. It was clear when I left yesterday, but the rain break that Dallas was getting is now over. I went to lunch without an umbrella (because I left it in my car, silly me!). It started pouring on my way back from Subway. I think I am finally drying out!!! I was a pitiful sight though. (I still am. Thank goodness I had no meetings this afternoon!)

I was actually busy today which was kind a nice change. Of course nothing interesting happened while I was out of the office, but I didn't expect too much. I have just been plugging away and trying to catch up. I am ready to go home though. I have been out of the office for 4 days, but it is still tiring to come back.

Everyone have a great weekend!

I'm Back!

Well, this would have been cute had I seen it before leaving for Chicago! Oh well. I am back from my trip and it was a pretty good meeting. I stayed outside of the city so I wasn't able to go into the city to explore. It was just logistically not possible, especially with no car. So, I do have to go back to Chicago so I can actually see it.

I will blog later but it is time to play with the kitties. They have patiently been waiting for mommy to come home. And Simon is staring at me now. So time to go!

Getting Ready

I have some time before I have to head to the airport so I thought I'd drop in to say hi. The rest of the weekend went pretty well. It was super low key. I was pretty tired on Sunday and really just wanted to stay in bed. I did work out with Ryan but just barely. However, measurements weren't up to my expectations, so I need to kick it up a little. My body fat isn't moving and I really want it down a little more. It will happen - I have a plan!

When I got home from the gym, Mike was over already so we got to hang out some :). Always a good thing. My apartment is a mess though since I am packing and have crap everywhere. That is making me a little crazy but I just work around it. Plus this is better than waiting until the night before the movers get here to pack.

Well, I need to get going. Everyone have a great day! And week. I am not sure I will have access to the computer until Thursday night. I will try to find one in the hotel -- surely they have one! But, we'll see.

Later!

Damn Pothole.....

And all mosquitoes must die.

Okay, Friday night started off well. I went to the gym, had a great workout and then headed home. I was going to Mike's, cook dinner, and just hang out. I leave for Chicago on Monday, so time together is important. Welp, I get in my car, start the trek to Mesquite, hit a freakin pot hole and pop a tire. Damn, damn, damn!!! I pull over, call Mike in my most pitiful voice and he comes to my rescue. Yes, I see the irony of a strong, independent gal calling her man to help change a tire. We won't go into that at this time! Anyway, I proceed to get all the stuff out of my trunk while he is on the way. Well, there is a piece of glass in the trunk and I cut my finger. So, I am bleeding. And I am getting eaten by mosquitoes. They are relentless and will not leave me alone. So, by the time Mike gets there, I am covered in bites. Oh, not happy. So, my hero arrives :).... and we finally get the tire changed (oh, the spare tire fell on my foot and so I also have a bruise..... but that was totally my fault.) and head back to Mike's place. Poor guy is in serious need of a shower!!

I make a pit stop at CVS because I need something for the bites. The cashier was asking how my night was and I caught myself saying "Fine". Then I stopped myself. Not fine -- itching like crazy!!! He was very sympathetic and even made sure I didn't still need help in the tire arena. Aveeno anti itch cream is wonderful by the way! I love Aveeno products.

And, I did get dinner cooked. It was late and Mike had to go to work, but dang it, I set out to make it and I did!! (It was easy -- baked Rigatoni - but I was still craving it after all that fun).

Today was spent getting a new tire. The tire store is around the corner so I was able to walk home and get stuff done. But that was a nice expense I wasn't expecting. Thank God I just got paid. (Silver lining, I guess.)

Have a great Saturday!

No Title!

Well, happy Tuesday to everyone. Day before a holiday and I am sure the office will clear out before 3. I will be here until 4:30 though. I don't have anything I need to do before the holiday and well, I want to save my PTO. I can do some reading this afternoon. I am meeting a friend tonight to go see the new John Krasinksi movie "License to Wed". I have such high hopes for this -- I hope it doesn't disappoint! I don't think it will. It looks pretty funny. And I do like Mandy Moore so I am sure it will be great! Look for my review tomorrow :).

Other than that, it is pretty slow today. I have one more thing to do today -- but it is just a letter so it is no big deal. But due to Union rules, I have to elaborate on everything and can't just say "NO". That is really all I am saying, but you have to have a lot of gobblety gook. It is annoying.

Everyone have a wonderful day!

It's raining... again

I know in August we will be wondering where all the rain is but for now, I want some sunshine. It is July 2. Come on! I like rain, I really do. But not right before I am about to get off work and drive home in it. And now that I look good in tank tops, I want to wear them as much as possible. It just seems wrong on a rainy day :).

You know you have been worked hard by your trainer when co-workers notice you are walking funny and ask why. I am limping. It is cute. Plus, it hurts when I cough. But it is a good hurt. I definitely feel like I have accomplished something in that workout! And Ryan says just wait until Thursday. I might not be able to type then. Who knows. He seems to enjoy this new period of shocking my body off its plateau. I am looking forward to yoga tonight. :). I need the stretching. Badly.

Okay, I think that is it for today. I received my study materials for the PHR exam (HR Certification), so I am going to get on that. The test is in December, but it is a lot of stuff to cover. I wanted to give myself as much time as possible. I took a pretest today and well, I am pretty much 100% in the Safety and Risk Management Section. It would have been embarrassing to get OSHA questions wrong.

Have a safe, dry and happy Monday evening!!

The Happy Oasis

Angela has the best backyard in the world (next to Aunt Gail's actually. All Gail needs is a pool!). I am sure I have mentioned Angela's pool many times in my blog and Jen has too in hers. There was another get together today -- just because. I had to leave early to meet Ryan for a session (I think I am crazy for such dedication, really.....) but I got to spend a good 2 hours there. There was even some sun :). It was nice to hang out, soak in some rays and just relax. I couldn't have a couple of beers but really, that was no loss. I needed to drink water anyway! I was supposed to reasses today, but for some reason we are waiting until Thursday. That's okay. While I feel pretty good, I always feel like a few more cardio sessions will get me down further! It is a mind game, really. Well, back to Angela's. It is so worth the 40 minute drive to get to her place (and even more so when i can actually stay longer than 2 hours!!).

And I did get a booty kicking today with Ryan. I am definitely going to feel it tomorrow. But I feel great. And that is all that matters!!! But yoga tomorrow night will feel soooooo good. So, time to take some advil and get to packing up the apartment!

Hope everyone has had a great weekend! Later

Smokey Tuesday

First of all, Spamalot was super funny. I didn't know I was really missing out until I saw it. :). I really enjoyed it and I think everyone should go see it! I overheard someone actually say they weren't enjoying it. What? Are you kidding me? It was just too funny for words. I guess to each his or her own, huh. Thanks to Mom and Dad for giving me their tickets :)!

There was a fire in Downtown Dallas yesterday afternoon. It was a old warehouse that was being demolished anyway, so nobody was hurt. But it is still burning in places and the smoke is filling downtown. That is always fun............. So, it is smokey, hazy and cloudy because it is still rainy. And the office smells like smoke in places.

Well, that is pretty much it for now. I am completing the travel arrangements for Chicago (work trip) but that is pretty much done. I just need the final email showing it has been booked (air travel requires special approval which I got yesterday). Have a great day!!!

Dang I am tired......

First of all, Happy Birthday Jen!!! Today is her thirty faux birthday. I wish her all the fun and happiness today!!! Tomorrow is a pool party at Angela's house. We all win when it comes time for her birthday because Angela's house is a happy oasis :). And then Sunday, she and I are going to see Spamalot. Mom gave me her tickets since they can't use them. I can't wait because I hear Spamalot is pretty funny.

Okay, now on for why I am so tired. Mom and Dad left for CA today at 6:00. Meaning we had to leave for the airport at 4:30. Meaning my booty got out of bed at 4:15. So, yeah, I've been awake for 4 hours already. I was thinking I might possibly go to the gym once I dropped them off, but that didn't happen. I wasn't quite awake and I didn't want to fall of the treadmill. :). So, I am doing that tonight after work. I promise!!! (Actually, I am only cheating myself if I don't go, so really no promise is necessary, huh??). I went back home and tried to rest a little, but never got back to sleep. So, it will be a lot of caffeine today for me. I hope they have fun though! They get to stay for 2 weeks, lucky! 5 days was not enough for me earlier this month.

Well, happy Friday to everybody! Have a great day. Someone might want to come by and bonk me in the head around noon. I might be asleep in my cube..........

The end of the week is in site!

Okay, so Jon isn't going to Thailand for the summer, he will be going to NYC in August. Actually perfect, because I am more likely to visit NYC than Thailand :). Or, I guess I should say, I would have more opportunity to visit NYC than Thailand. That first statement made it sound like I would be opposed to the over seas visit. Heck, I've been to China -- I can go anywhere :).

Since last night, Ryan had to cancel our session, I did a yoga class. I haven't been in a few weeks and I had some super tight muscles. It was awesome to be back on the mat. He had us do something called a standing split. You lean over, keep on leg on the ground and through the other in the air. The eventual result should be what looks like a "standing split" as the name states. I was lucky that I got the extended leg at a 90 degree angle. It felt good but was tough. I slept very well after that class!

Well, that is about it. I just booked a mover for next month. Now I just have to get everything in order. I have time, but things have a way of sneaking up on you! Oh, and good luck to Mike because he starts finals tonight. Good luck baby :).

I actually have news!

Wow, I haven't had news in awhile (besides my CA trip). Anyway, I have decided to move to a new apartment. Okay, so it is the same complex, but since I have been in my current apartment FOREVER, it was about time. I wanted more space and I will be going to a 2 bedroom. It really isn't too much more than what I am paying now either. That is pretty cool. I went to look at the new unit yesterday and it is pretty nice. They are still working on it so there was no carpet, but I have a good imagination. The kitchen is a tiny bit smaller but it has a walk through, meaning I can go in one way and exit in the dining room. The bedrooms are the same size I have now and the living room is a bit bigger. I like the layout -- last night I was truly wondering, but I can now see myself living there. And there is a washer/dryer -- one of my requirements! I was a tad spoiled with the current unit. I do have a microwave already installed in the new apartment so if you know of anybody who wants an old one, I would be willing to sell. I have had it for years, but it still works! I haven't decided yet, but I might not use my table in the new place so I might be looking to sell it too. I will let you know.

I did realize I will be moving in late July. Dang it will be hot!!! I do plan to hire movers to do the heavy stuff. Yes, it is across the parking lot. I am strong enough to help move a couch up the stairs. Doesn't mean I want to :). Plus, I have some time between the new and old apartment so I can move in spurts. That will be nice. I am getting excited although ask me in the middle of all this how I feel. I will be cursing the day I made the decision........ :). I am looking forward to seeing the cats try to get used to the new place. It is always funny to watch them get their bearings! (And I will also be doing a lot cleaning out of stuff in the next few weeks. I am going to Chicago the week before I start moving, so I want to get the bulk of it done ASAP.)

No baby brother. He didn't come in last week, but that's cool. He will just head to Thailand without seeing me. Mom and Dad are doing their CA trip at the end of the week, so it will be up to me to hold down the fort in Dallas.

Back to work!

Just saying hi

I am just checking in to say hi! Not much to catch up on really. The weekend was slow but I guess that is sometimes a good thing. This coming weekend will be a little more jam packed. But more about that later. I just thought I would let everyone know I was still alive :).

Later!

A picture

It is my favorite because, well, it has me and my favorite baby in the world. Isn't she a beauty!!! (And I do mean Chloe, not me :)).

I am glad to be back in my own place although I kind of miss the rest of the family. My little brother is coming home on Wednesday before he heads off to Thailand. Yep, Thailand. He is a little adventure man. Can't wait to see his pictures from there. I have always admired his ability to just go off to far off places. I know it is scary, but he does it and always has a great life experience.

Anyway, I have to go to the grocery store now. Seriously, I have no food in the apartment. I guess it is a good thing that I am not that hungry right now!

Later!

Quick Weekend Run Down

Okay, here is a quicky. It is Monday morning and I leave out from CA today. Although I do miss my home and my boyfriend and my fur children, I love it here and will definitely miss my family and the awesome CA weather. I love that it is 85 degrees here (although, they seem to think this is hot.... try 85 or higher with the awesome humidity of TX. Then we will talk hot....).

The reception Saturday was so fun! The back yard looked awesome and almost everything went on without a hitch (my Aunt Gail has a fabulous backyard!). The food was supposed to be there at 2:30. The food arrives at 3:40. Keep in mind the party started at 4. We did not have a happy bride. But, I do give her credit, she was pretty mellow about everything else, so this really was an okay time to get mad. If you say you are going to be there at 2:30, be there at 2:30. Especially if you know there is a party starting. While it obviously didn't ruin our fun time, you just don't stress out a bride (even if she is already married - this was the extension of the marital festivities) and her mother. Kelsey hadn't heard the term Bridezilla until I mentioned it (I told her that I was impressed that she was pretty calm and mellow about the whole thing. ) She did very well. I think Gail did too but I am sure my mom will hear all about things that I didn't even know happened when Gail returns from Mexico. (However, Kelsey's reception did kind of make me think it is a good idea to elope and then just come back for a big a** party...... She was less stressed than she'd have been had she been actually getting married that day.)

Kelsey's song turned out very well. She sounded beautiful. I got some video on my handy camera, but you really can't tell how well we did. Chloe decided to do some dancing in front of us so that helped relax her. Chloe did a lot of dancing at this party. Definitely a girl from this family :). We danced, drank, laughed and partied into the night. I'll post pictures when I get home, by the way!!!

Anyway, the rest of the weekend was pretty low key. I hung out with Katie and Chloe on Sunday and then was whisked away by my Aunt Polly to her house. They have a hot tub and well, hot tub kind of trumps baby. (But baby trumps everything else, so really, Chloe wins out most of the time in my book :)). So, I had dinner with Polly, Bart and Rynnie (yummy stuff too!), sat in the hot tub and relaxed and then got to talk to my honey. I am glad I got to spend some time with KaRyn, because she is headed to Boston today for Grad School. Good luck to her!

Well, I think that it about it. Polly has Chloe so I am going to pack and work out so when she gets back, I can play with her and not have to worry about other things. I leave for the airport at about 1:30, so I have some time to relax. It is going to be a long travel day so I need to enjoy the rest while I can get it.

Back in Cali!

I arrived safely in CA yesterday afternoon, just a little tired. There were no major incidents during the flights and all went well. One my flight from Denver to Sacramento, they showed some NBC shows and guess which one they showed: THE OFFICE! I was obviously very happy. I was thinking we could be flying through horrible turbulence and storms and I would be good. 30 minutes of my favorite show makes everything better.

I have a lot to say so far but I am actually kind of hungry so I need to get some lunch. Gail and I went to work out this morning so I need to fuel up. We are waiting for the tables to get here so we can set them up and I am listening to my cousin (who is a professional DJ -- which I actually didn't know, btw!) play music. Kelsey came over last night and we spent about an hour singing and talking. There is karaoke happening tomorrow night. I will make sure all video equipment is turned off -- I will act the fool. She is singing a song to her hubby at the reception and I somehow got roped into singing back ups (but very happy to help out!). She sounds awesome so it should be great. We did some recording last night so just in case she can't sing live, we have it. (The song is "God Bless the Broken Road" by Rascal Flats.) I am sure she will be able to get it out live, but then I think that if I was singing to my new husband at my wedding, I would probably cry my eyes out. Gail pointed out that they have been married for 6 months, so it MIGHT be easier. After Kelsey left, Aunt Gail and I were talking about how it just felt like Grandma was there. She loved hearing the grandkids sing and I know she would have been so happy to hear Kelsey practice her song. (Insert sniffle here.....).

K, food time! Later. (Oh and it is freakin beautiful here. I am not sure what the temp is but it is still very cool. Bright and sunny. AH!!!). And I am going to Target with Gail. Target addiction knows no borders..... :).

My new thing for the day

Jen wasn't able to make it to Yoga tonight so I was just going to go to the class at 8:15 at the Royal Club near me. Then I remembered that the Turbo Kickboxing class was starting at 7:15. I have been wanting to take that class so I decided that tonight was the night. It was a blast but I still have no coordination :). But it was an awesome workout and definitely kept my heart rate up. I had a great teacher and it is a class I will take again! The class was packed which surprised me. I don't know why, but it did. I was in a corner in the back of the room (which was okay since it was my first class and I was still a little shy. Yes, me shy in an exercise class). It was so much fun and I am glad I went. I can imagine I will sleep very well tonight!!!

I have 2 more days in the office this week. Headed to CA on Thursday. I can't wait! I haven't seen the family since last May. Okay, before that it had been 5 years, so this is pretty good. I love that I can go visit more and I really should make it a habit to go every year. And really, it just isn't just to see baby Chloe :). I promise.

Well, that is it. Mike and I spent the weekend just relaxing. When he wasn't studying, I was feeding him. He is so spoiled :).

Later!!!

Bunker Kitty

My day in the bunker

I have been in training the last couple of days. And it has been in an underground Federal Response Center in Denton. So, yes, a bunker. Built to withstand a nuclear blast. It is kind of cool knowing that whatever happens above me, I am safe below the earth. Although it is also depressing to not be able to just look out windows (even if all you see is dark skies and rain). But, here is why I am in training in Denton in an underground bunker. I volunteered for the Regional Emergency Response Team. So, when an emergency like Hurricane Katrina comes up I have the potential to be called up to help OSHA complete its mission. I would be on the logistical side -- helping get the equipment, rooms and transportation for our team. I have actually enjoyed the training and have definitely sparked an interest in continuing learning about this stuff. So, yes, a new career path may have been inspired. Of course, we'll see what happens after my first emergency team I serve on how I feel...... I will be going back tomorrow for the last day of training and then back to the office. Yeah, I would rather be underground. :) But driving to and from Denton is not fun!

I am currently watching a movie (Epic Movie -- not something I really need to pay attention to so I can surf the Internet while knocking this movie out. Unless you really need super mindless entertainment, I am not going to recommend it....)

Welp, gonna run! Talk to you later!

Long Weekend Wrap-Up

It has been a wonderful, long weekend. I left work at noon on Friday to enjoy the afternoon. It was was wonderful! I was going to go to the gym on the way home from work, but when I got to the dressing room I realized one important thing. Well, I had picked up one of each of my tennis shoes. And any thought of even trying to wear two different shoes went out the window when I realized I had the right shoe of both pairs. (And yes, I have 2 pairs of gym shoes. Wanna make something of it?? :)). So, I can't work out. It was actually kind of funny....... Anyway, I got tickets for Friday afternoon to see the Body World's exhibit at Fair Park. Due to a work thing, Mike was unable to come with me (which kind of stunk but it happened....) so I called Michelle. I haven't seen Michelle in FOREVER so it was okay that I went with her. Now, Body Worlds is the freakiest, most awesome thing I have seen in a long time. These are real people who have donated their bodies so the living can view and learn what is really going on inside. Yeah, you see anatomy books and kind of know what is going on inside, but this exhibit really opened my eyes to how the body really works. Now that I am pretty in tuned to what is going on with my body, it was super interesting to me. I hope that viewing the black lungs from smoking helped convince a few people to give up smoking and see some of the damage done to organs convinced others to take better care of themselves. It was awesome and I loved it. Very glad I went!!! Friday night, Mike and I hung out with his cousin Gary. Gary is super fun and I like him a lot. Good thing since we were all hanging out, huh!

Let's see, Saturday I relaxed with a facial at my favorite little spa. I love seeing her because every time I see her, she is just convinced I am shrinking more and more. You can't hear enough how wonderful you look :). Saturday night we had dinner with Mike's mom and that was very nice. We just had dinner at her house in Plano so I spent time playing with her dog Chloe.

K, Sunday I relaxed, did a yoga class and then hung out with Mike. I kind of liked doing the Sunday night yoga class because it is just a nice way to end a weekend. It was at 5 in the afternoon and I am not really sure if the class is usually as small or it was just because of the holiday weekend. I think it was more the fact that it was a holiday weekend. There were 5 of us in the class including the teacher (who was a sub herself). I did some poses I hadn't done before. Plus, I hadn't been in about 2 weeks so I was kind of uncoordinated!!! It was funny and I just really didn't care if I fell.

Okay, now to Monday! Mike and I had dinner with my parents today (it was a family weekend). It was some pretty great salmon. We had a lot of fish this weekend -- luckily it is very good for you. And I had promised to show him my embarrassing kid photo since he showed me one that was kind of funny. So, he got to see all my cute baby photos :). I have just figured out how to transfer files from my computer to the cell phone (I just haven't played with it until now. Now that I have figured it out though, I plan to put a lot more pictures on the phone). And I had a run in with a super cranky Target employee. Well, not a run in. She just decided to go on a tirade about how people on a diet annoyed her (how she thought I was on a diet because I bought a sugar free red bull is beyond me). She then decided to give me nutrition and food advice. Yeah, ME!! I just looked at her, told her a little white lie "I am a personal trainer" (well, just not certified :)) and she was just like "OH". Just check me out and keep your weird hangups to yourself!!!

Okay, that was my weekend. Sorry for the long post!!! Hope you had a great (and dry) weekend.

Why??

I am sitting here transferring data from my hard drive to a travel drive (14 actually). Not exactly rocket science, but apparently our receptionist is not smart enough to figure out how to do it. Anyway, a song that I just can't stand comes on and I actually catch myself about to sing it. What!!?? It is catching but in an annoying way. So, I am now wondering why the heck those words are coming out of my mouth. By the way, it is "Umbrella" by Riannon. It sucks...... It is just too much trouble to change the station at work so I just try to tune it out. Luckily one of my favorite songs came on right after. All is well in the land of music.

Okay, I am done with that. I am craving a salad (good craving to have), so I am going to take my daily walk to the Bank of America building. It is also nice to get out and stretch my legs.

Happy happy Thursday!!!

Glorious Friday

So, its finally Friday and I am pretty happy. It was a fast week! Not sure why, but it is all good. I hear everybody up at the front chatting and I guess I look like a good worker while sitting at my desk, but little do they know :). Currently, Mia and I are trying to decide who brings the beer (Bud Lite, tres classy.....) to Jen's Bridal Shower on Sunday. (Inside joke. I don't feel like explaining :)). I still need to pick up her actual gift. I am thinking a pink flamingo. They don't have a yard but it can still hang out on the patio. She and David would love it. (Jen, have you thought about ways to kill me yet? :)). Just kidding about all that of course. Do they even make pink flamingos anymore?

The Office last night actually surprised me. I didn't expect the ending and that is always a good thing. I had some good laughs and was very happy. However I have to wait until freakin Sept. to see what happens! Good news is that they were slated for 30 new episodes next season, so that is a whole lotta "Office" to enjoy. Now, I will just have to wait......... sigh......

So, that's it. Tonight will be spent relaxing with my honey. I am okay with that. I need some rest. So, that is all. I have my Starbucks and I am happy. :) Happy Friday all!

I am running out of original titles.......

Okay, first of all, my favorite actress in the whole world, Jenna Fischer, hurt her back on Monday night (fractured it in 4 places). So, best wishes and speedy recovery!! (Yes, I know she reads my blog religiously so she will see this.... ;-)). They said she should be okay and have a full recovery. (PS - The Office season finale is on tonight. Don't try to talk to me between 7 and 8 tonight. What am I going to do for the rest of the summer! Argh....... )

Other than that, really nothing else going on. I am super happy its Thursday. Besides the fact that it is Office night, it also puts me one step closer to Friday. No big plans, it just is the weekend :).

Congrats to Mike who is now accepted to Sanford-Brown's Diagnostic Medical Sonogram program. It will be an interesting two years! But I know he will do great :). He starts Monday so there might be a lot of blogs were I tell everyone I haven't seen him for a week. Its gonna stink, but we will deal!

Monday. Oh Its Monday......

Okay, it was a good weekend but nothing just too spectacular happened. I had sushi with the gals at Blue Fish (or Blue Fin as Jen was calling it in a sleepy stupor :)). I worked out on Sunday afternoon but I didn't really eat enough during the day (well, strawberries and a Smoothie...). It wasn't the best workout, let's just say. I was kind of dizzy at the beginning (and got the lecture from Ryan.) I just wasn't hungry and by the time it got to my work out time, I just threw something down. Bad me!


Since I don't have much to report, I wanted to share a bunny picture! I know, big change from all the kitty pictures. This bunny is just too cute. I got him off of http://www.cuteoverload.com/. When I need to smile, I visit that website. He looks like he is plotting something......

Okay, time to figure out the afternoon duties. Yoga is tonight. I haven't decided if I am going to throw in a spin class before. I probably should since I know I won't be working out tomorrow night. Still pondering though......... Later!!!

Friday!!!

I am actually in a great mood today. I think it is the latte I was actually able to pick up before work. And the fact that it is beautiful, sunny and FRIDAY. I have been so tired lately, so it is a nice change. It is even so good I am able to ignore scowling, icky cube neighbor. That takes a super good mood!!!

This week has been pretty low key. I have done well in the working out area and I am pretty proud of that. I figure there will be weeks when I don't want to work out, so I better do it as much as possible when I am able to. I am probably in super need of the treadmill today to get off some of this energy!!! Weeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am sure by 3:00 I will be sleepy and ready to just crawl into bed. So, I am going to enjoy this while I can :).

That is pretty much it. I realized today was my year anniversary here at BAE. I can say it has been interesting. I don't feel like running like I did when I was at ZC. But truthfully, if something better came up, I wouldn't say no at this point. I just have to deal with some super bitter, stagnant people and that doesn't make for a fun day. I work past it and just try to do my job. As long as the people who matter know what I can do, that is all that matters.

Everyone have a great Friday. Later!!!

Monday is almost over

I was a tad sluggish this morning but I think it was because it was a Monday morning. It is about quiting time and I am happy about that. The day wasn't bad, but would much rather be headed to the gym for a good workout.

I had a pretty good weekend. Saturday, Mike and I went to get massages at the Texas Massage Institute (the training college for massage therapists). It was awesome and she got a lot of the knots out of my neck, but I have a little soreness on the right side. It is going away and I can move my head, so I don't think it is anything to worry about.

Sunday I met my friend Natalie for dinner. She was in town for her sister's wedding and it was nice to see her. I missed the brunch earlier in the day, so I am glad I got to catch up with her. If I had thought ahead, I would have figured out what wedding gift I wanted to give her and bring it to dinner. Oh well. Her wedding isn't until July, so I have time!

So, spin class and yoga tonight. I need a good, intense cardio session and the Irving club has the 30 min. spin class before yoga. Here's hoping I make it to the 6:00 class so I have time to cool down and clean up before heading into the yoga class. Nothing hotter than a sweaty girl with a red face :). Time to pack up and get ready to go home! Later!!

Needed my boat last night

I was driving home from the gym in that rain last night. It wasn't too bad when I started, but the closer I got to home, the worse the wind was blowing. I couldn't tell how the deep the water was either so I was just very happy when I finally got home. I did get soaked from the car to the door, but I had just worked out so I wasn't looking to beautiful anyway! I know I was lucky in that all my area got was rain. I went outside this morning and nothing had blown over. So that was good....... Mike said he lost a hubcap in the water. Must have been some freakin strong water!!! But we are all safe and sound. Mom and Dad lost electricity, but from what she said, it came back on.

The weekend is coming soon and I am very happy about that. Other than that, nothing else to report. Work is work. No further comment on that. Well, except for our problem child is rearing his ugly head again! Seriously, how many times can we write up and suspend a person before 1) He GETS it; 2) we can get rid of him! I realize he has "rights" per the Union, but come on. I have been here a year and he is by far the biggest problem. Okay, enough of that.

Happy Thursday. Stay dry!! Later.

Weekend Wrap-up

So, the weekend was pretty good! I took Friday off. Originally, Jen and I were going to the Byron Nelson but she wasn't able to go. So, I just took that day off anyway. Mike and I did a spin class Friday afternoon. I kind of over did it though. :( I was kind of beat the rest of the day. But it was worth it! Plus, it was fun to take Mike to his first Spin class. I think he's hooked. We'll see :).

Saturday, I met Jen for Yoga (which I needed after the spin class the day before!). It felt great and I think I was actually puddy. We changed, had lunch and then went to order my Bridesmaid dress. I tried it on again so yes, it is the dress for me! Jen and David's engagement party was Saturday night and it was a lot of fun. It was also nice to meet David's family. You can definitely tell they are related. They really do look a like! Poor Mike wasn't able to go because he hadn't slept in 24 hours and had to work that night. So, it would have been super cruel of me to make him go. Plus, we would have had to leave early. So, he got some sleep and I stayed until super late.

Sunday was good too. Worked out with Ryan, made dinner for Mike and then we watched "The Last King of Scotland". It was good. Not one of my favorites, but it was well done.

Have a happy Monday morning!

Is the Week over yet?

I finally made the decision to go for my PHR (Professional Human Resources Certification) and so that is what I am waiting for now. I need upper management to approve it so they will pay for it. The test itself isn't too bad, but the the study materials needed cost about $700. If the company will pay for it, there is no reason not to take them up on it.

My Aunt came to town this past weekend and we all went to see "Wicked" on Sunday. It was awesome! The performers were great and I really enjoyed the music. It was nice to see her. I get to see her again in June when I go to CA. I haven't seen the cousins in about a year, so it will be good to see them. That is much better, however, than the 5 years it took me to get out there last time! I bought the book that Wicked was based on thru Amazon so I can't wait for it to get here! It is great when you can buy 2 books and a phone charger all for a reasonable price - and from the same place.......

While there is nothing too fascinating this week happening, this weekend is sure to be packed. I am ordering my dress on Saturday. Jen and I are also hitting the yoga class before hand. I really think I need that yoga class -- I have been feeling out of sorts lately. I need some centering. Jen's engagement party is Saturday night so I need to figure out what to wear to that. I think I already have it planned, but that might change. It always does :).

Well, that is it. I have some things at work I need to get completed. Have a happy Wednesday!

WTF???????

My thoughts and prayers go out to the faculty, staff, students and families at VA Tech. I can't even imagine what they are going through right now. I just pray they can make some sense of this horrific tragedy. I just can't pull myself away from CNN right now. The one thing that is ticking me off is playing the "would've, should've, could've game" so early. Come on CNN. These kids are in shock and you are like "well, what do you think about them waiting so long to inform everybody about the first shooting", blah, blah. Yes, important questions, but Paula Zahn was just trying to pick a controversy on kids who lost friends and respected teachers. Time and place people!!!! (I am picking on CNN because they are the ones I was watching last night. I refuse to watch FOX news......). I am sure once I have my thoughts together, I will have more to say about it......

MIA

Yep, I have been MIA. Since last week, I helped introduce Jen to the joys of Yoga, gotten my booty kicked twice by my trainer, drove to San Antonio to teach the CPR/AED course, and generally had fun. I found my Bridesmaid's dress for Jen's wedding. I have to order it soon, but I know exactly which one I am gonna get. It is gorgeous -- but once I order it, I can't gain any weight! Not that I was planning on it but it is strapless and I have to make sure the arms and back stay tight. And with Ryan breathing down my neck, I can guarantee I won't gain any :).

Sunday, I helped Jen with her shower for Christy. I was solely there as bartender and general helper so Jen could be a fabulous hostess for the guests. It was fun to watch Christy get all her goodies and well, some wonderful naughty stuff ;-). It was funny that Jen's mom was standing right there as we reviewed the "Naughty Cards" that Christy received in the goody bag that Jen gave her. It was fun and I was very happy to help Ms. Jen out! I think Mrs. Stewart got some blackmail pictures so we'd better watch it............

So tonight we are going back to our yoga class. I love this teacher -- in just one class I can tell she is fantastic. Let's just say, last week I was sore in places I have never been sore before after a yoga class! She kicked my booty and got me relaxed. It takes a special gal to do that. I will also do a 30 minute spin class before yoga to get the cardio in. I have definitely seen the benefits recently and have broken my plateau. Gotta keep it up.

Later! Have a great Monday!

Um, it's April.....

And it is 39 degrees outside. I don't necessarily like the heat, but I kind of like it a little warmer! There were snow flurries this morning. I am about to finally get out and go to the gym. I am glad my sweats and long sleeve shirts are still out -- I need them big time today! It will just be weird to have an Easter Sunday that is freezing.

This week has been pretty low key. Yesterday, work was pretty slow so I took some PTO and left at noon. I hit the Downtown Dallas 24 Hour for some cardio and then came home to get some cleaning done. Mike wanted to go to White Rock lake to run and I went with him. He ran, I walked. But we were out there for about 30 minutes (so, yes, all in all, that was about an hour and a half of working out for me.). It seemed to get colder and colder as we stayed out there. We came home and I made dinner. I was pretty exhausted and so I fell asleep on poor Mike while we were watching DVDs. But, it was a really great day.

Despite the cold, I feel in a spring cleaning mode,so today when I get back from the gym, I am going to be doing some. I think the kitchen is my first stop. I have stuff in there I never use and it is taking up space. It needs to go! So, yeah, that will be my weekend.

Well, I have to run! Have a great day and stay warm. (Never thought I would say that in April... ) Later!!!

Weekend Update

The weekend was pretty good. Very low key and relaxing, but I loved it. Saturday was lazy day. Mike and I went to work out, but I think that was the extent of the physical activity :). I upgraded to an all club access for 24 Hour, so now I can go to the different clubs and on Saturday, Mike introduced me to the Super Sport near his house. I loved it and I love the new freedom to be a dork and visit other places for a change of pace. Again, I am dorky that way.

Today, Mike and I saw "Blades of Glory". It was sooooo funny. I laughed my booty off and there were a lot of Laugh out Loud moments. Will Ferell was so funny and Jenna Fischer (yes, the real reason I went to see the movie) was just adorable! Loved her. She did a great job. Don't go see it for my geek out Office moment but because it is a truly funny, funny movie. After the movie I went to work out with Ryan and now I am just chilling at the house with the kitties. They are ignoring me so I am just sitting in the same space as them. Gotta love the cats. I am also catching up with the DVR recordings.

Have a wonderful Sunday night. I am rather tired from the booty beating from Ryan. I am already sore and that really isn't a good sign of things to come. I am going to be dying tomorrow!!! Advil will be my best friend :).

Later!!!

Let me out of here!

Argh. 30 more minutes. I am itching to get out of this office and out into the fresh air. Yes, it will be muggy and rainy fresh air, but fresh air none the less. We are getting the fabulous string of Texas storms and it might just get bad tonight. As long as the weather co-operates and lets me get to the gym without becoming a wet rat, I will be happy. I worked out with Ryan for the first time in a week last night and the soreness is starting set it. Yes, I know, its a good thing, but still. I will be popping Advil tonight. He was sick on Sunday so we didn't get to work out then. But I have been a pretty good girl. I've done some kind of work out every day since Sunday. I have to -- water weight and crankiness seems to go away when I get in a good workout. We'll see if I am this good next week :).

Other than the workout, I just have a hair cut planned for tonight. I know, you are thinking, watch out for Kim. She is just a party animal. Truthfully tonight, after the errands, I just feel like curling up on the couch with the kitties and watching movies. I have 2 still out for Netflix that I need to watch. And I missed ANTM last night and I have avoided who got kicked off today - so, I need to watch that as well. Fun, fun!

Have a great Thursday and stay dry!

Mid Week Review

While I have been busy, it hasn't really been anything to write about. Just things here and there. This past weekend was very good, and I spent a lot of money. It was all stuff I needed, but still! That is the joy of the tax return though. You get to buy the little extras you need but never get around to getting. Mike and I hit the Reebok outlet store on Sunday and got some fun stuff. Since it is getting warmer, I need more shorts for working out in.

Last night I hit the spin class again. I hate to admit it, I had slacked off in that area. I realized how much I missed it. You know it is a good class when you can't walk afterwards. I think my legs went out on me a couple of times walking to and from the car. It was nice to be back though. That is the one class I really need to be vigilant about. I can feel the calories burning away! Pilates and yoga are just happy extras. I slept a heck of a lot better last night too. Didn't wake up once during the night (I had been waking up at 1:00 every morning. It was so fun.......). Plus, it is an awesome way to relieve stress, esp during the week of PMS.

I don't think I have anything planned this weekend -- oh, except for dragging Mike to see "Blades of Glory" which opens up on Friday night. Since it is a movie I want to see (Jenna Fischer -- Pam on the "Office" has a role in it) I am going to treat him to it. It has Will Ferrell in it, I know Mike will like it. It isn't like I am dragging him to see "The Last Mimzy" (Rainn Wilson, aka Dwight from the Office) is in that one. Mom, you get to see that one :). I will let you know how it is. The previews for "Blades" seem pretty funny and hopefully I am not disappointed! If they weren't good actors, I wouldn't think twice about seeing their movies, but I enjoy them on the small screen and think they deserve some big screen success! I geek out to the Office. I know..........

So, everyone have a happy Wednesday! (Watch out for the dramallama...........)

I need sunshine!

It is dark and dreary and it isn't helping my mood! I am on my second cup of coffee so hopefully I will be happy and awake soon. And, of course, if it isn't raining, I will run to the Bank of America building for my daily Starbucks hit :).

This week has been pretty much me being tired and crabby. It must just be from the weather, but everything is going well. Mike's birthday was a lot of fun. I took him to Rock and Roll Sushi on Saturday night. We had been there before but this time it wasn't as good. It was still sushi though and I was happy. Sunday I went to brunch with him and his Mom, Sis and BIL. It was so good and I was so full. My biggest weakness was the dessert table -- it had all sorts of yummy treats, including a chocolate fountain. I wish I had Mike's lack of desire for anything sweet because as it was, I had to limit myself to certain goodies. I really could have just taken down that whole table. All in all, Mike was thoroughly spoiled all weekend and of course, he enjoyed it all. Now I can go back to ignoring him :). J/k.

Okay, time to get focused and get some stuff done. I am taking Friday off for some girl time and and so I want to make sure everything is taken care of by tomorrow afternoon. Have a great Wednesday!

Happy Birthday Mike!!!

Today is Mike's birthday. Happy Birthday baby :).

The St. Patrick's Day parade took over Greenville Ave this morning and trying to get out of my apartment complex was a pain in the booty this morning! I wanted to get to the gym by 12:30 and it wasn't easy. As I was trying to get out, I kept wondering if Pilates was really, really worth it. It was though and it was nice to work out. In past days, I would have turned my car around and stayed home. Not these days! :)

Since it is Mike's birthday, I am taking him to dinner tonight. I think he will like Chuck E. Cheese. (It is a surprise, so just in case he reads this, I am not going to say where I am really taking him!)

Have a wonderful St. Patrick's Day!

Happy Birthday Chloe!

Don't wanna be here

I haven't had enough coffee to get me going. I don't understand, I get enough sleep at night. I am just having a very hard time getting around in the am. You would think working out, eating right and sleep would help my energy level. Maybe it is because it is dark when I get up in the morning and I still think that I should be asleep. I am sure I will be better come 10 or so! And to top it all off, I left my cell phone at home. I feel a little lost. Not that many people call me during the day, but I still feel like I am missing something!

Last night I had dinner with an old friend I hadn't seen in FOREVER. We lost touch for a brief moment (well, enough time lapsed where she got pregnant and had a baby boy....... so I guess it was more than a "brief" moment!). To tell you how long it had been, she hadn't seen me when I had the weight gain and subsequent weight loss. That has been a long time! So, we finally got together last night so we could catch up and I could meet her new kid. He is 7 months old now. Cute, cute kid. He has no hair (okay, very light blond hair that you can't see) and this adorable big ears. He was a good kid too. He wasn't fussy and didn't cry. He even let me hold him. It was nice to catch up with her and finally see her after all this time! Now the plan is to not loose touch like that again!!!

Okay, well, I have to get back to work. Fun, fun!!!

My Night at Target

So, last night was pretty boring. Nothing earth shattering happened at work, or at the gym. I worked out after work (after playing the "if I go home, will I really get back out at 7:30 to go do cardio and then yoga" game. That answer was no, so I went right then and there. I know myself all too well!). I went to Target because Chloe's birthday is coming up and I needed to get the gift so I could ship it out to CA. I had found the cutest dress on line but they didn't have it in the store. I did find some cute shoes -- yes, for her, and so I got those and a Weeble playset. Yes, I know you are surprised by the Weebles. :). I can't wait until she is old enough to get the Easy Bake Oven. They have so many more accessories for that thing now a days. Yes, any future daughters I have will get an Easy Bake oven! And Weebles............ After getting her goodies, I went shopping for myself. And, did end up with a pair of shoes for myself. And a couple of shirts. And random stuff for the house. I think I spent an hour in that store. After having worked out and trying to deal with tiredness from the time change, I just dragged myself away from there a very tired gal.

I watched "Engaged and Underaged" last night. I have been addicted to this train wreck of a show since it started. It is pretty interesting and horrifying all at the same time. I didn't watch the ending but, did DVR it so I can zoom through the commercials tonight. I have to give the guy's sisters credit -- they were trying to talk some sense into the guy. He is 22. She is 19. They had been on and off for the past 5 years. And she is pregnant. All I can wish is the best for these couples!

Well, that is it! Have a great Tuesday.

Why you should always be fully awake when you text......

"Nothng rt now. The fun pavs is that."

(I have no idea what I was trying to tell Mike at this point........).

The weekend was good. I am very tired but that probably has a lot to do with the time change! I don't like waking up when it is still dark outside. Very, very hard!!! I have a lot to do, so focus is now the name of the game :).

Have a great Monday!

Now I know why I can't breathe!

I was driving home from the gym and noticed that white flowery tree that pops up around this time of year. And then it hit me! That is why I have been having more trouble than normal with allergies lately. This tree pops up -- i can't breathe. So, these trees need to go away. I don't know the name of it. It just annoys me. It has even popped up around my apartment. Frickin tree.........

Other than that, everything is great! It was gorgeous today. My work out was great. America's Next Top Model is on now. So happy :). I need to do some cleaning, but I am still resting from the day. After ANTM goes off, I will be cleaning away! Then I may dope up on Benedryl (you know, since the freakin white flower tree is making it hard to breathe.....) and go to bed early.

Time to go. Have a great evening!!!

Weekend Wrap-up

This was a good weekend. Friday night I met Mia, Jen and Angela at Parma in Lewisville for dinner. It was, as always, very yummy. I also finally got to give Mia her birthday present (she had to miss our joint birthday dinner due to the flu!) so that was fun. And, yeah, I got mine :).

Saturday was pretty busy. I started at 8:30 with the spin class. I don't know why - I think it was the bike - but it was much harder than the 24 Hour spin class. Same time frame, I just kept getting super high heart rate readings and very out of breathe. It felt great and I actually liked seeing scenery while doing a "ride". I made it through, but I was exhausted after I completed it! Jen was due at my place at 11:30 so I had a little time to clean up and rest. Luckily we were headed to the MAC counter for make overs (just for fun.... we were being girly) and so I didn't have to worry about makeup. I did, however, have wonderful red marks due to the sweat and heat on my skin. I looked like a leper. Kind of like my hives, just very temporary! Jen and I went to the MAC counter, got all glamed up and then had lunch at a new place in the mall -Kona. They have an awesome happy hour -- appetizer prices that are just great. You wouldn't think a place in the mall would be a happening hang out, but it really is a fun place. (Happy Hour is only for the patio and bar area, just in case you were intersted). (By the way, we tried the new Barbie for MAC collection. The makeup artist tried this pink lipstick on me. It was a pretty color.... just not on me. On the way to lunch, I was wiping it off....... all the other colors looked great on me though :)).

My Dad's birthday was on Saturday as well. He turned 60! Wow. Happy Belated blog mention :). We had dinner at Mariano's -- awesome Mexican food and the home of the first ever frozen margarita! They have great margaritas and pretty awesome salsa for the chips. (This has apparently turned into the weekend restaurant review......).

Sunday I woke up with a migraine. Argh! I HATE those. (like I am going to love them.....). I had to cancel Ryan that morning and really got no working out done on Sunday. I finally felt better and went with Mike to Frisco to visit an old friend of his (along with Mike's roommate and that roomies girlfriend). It was a lot of fun and pretty interesting to see Mike interact with someone from his past. The friend is married with a little one, so I spent a lot of the day talking to his wife and playing with the kid. All in all, it was a lot of fun.

So, today I got back into work. Yippee..... finally got my expense report done. I don't know why it took me so long, but I finally got it to my PM. I think that was the extent of my production today. Oh well. There is always tomorrow! (And, I did get some more things done. I wasn't a lazy brat today. )

So, happy Monday night. I think I am going to curl up with a movie and get myself relaxed so I can get some sleep. Good night!

Hurry up, 4:30!!!

The work day is almost over. And I can't wait. I am trying to get things done, I promise. But, I am looking forward to dinner tonight with Mia and Jen; Shopping tomorrow with Mia and Jen (yeah, I see a lot of Mia and Jen. Good thing I love them, huh :)); Dad's birthday is this weekend; and I am tagging along with Mike to visit an old friend on Sunday. It is amazing how last weekend was very slow and this one will be super packed. I am even going to a spin class on Saturday morning. Now, I know you are thinking, that is nothing new, you do those all the time, but this one is a little different. The instructor will project scenes from Oregon or Washington State (anything to simulate a real bike ride) onto the wall. Sounds like the pretty scenery will keep me from focusing on the pain :). I'll let you know how it goes. I have to get up and go to this because I had to sign up for it and there are only 8 slots. It is pretty obvious if I don't go. So, we'll see :).

Other than that, nothing much is going on. I will try to get a few things done before the day is over, but really, my head is at the gym right now.

I would rather be in Paris........

It is already Wednesday night! Hard to believe. "America's Next Top Model" premieres tonight so that is fun. It doesn't take much to make me happy :). I wasn't feeling too well towards the end of the day, so I didn't work out. I just came home and went to bed. I don't know what it was.... my stomach was just feeling wonky! I feel better, but still need to take it a little slow. It was annoying though. I was ready to hit the treadmill. I can't over do it though. I don't want an injury or long term illness. I work out with Ryan tomorrow and he has achieved the butt kicking in previous sessions. I really shouldn't worry about backsliding. I am still sore from Monday. He has definitely mixed it up and shocked my body off of any plateau i was on!!!

Nothing much is happening. Yes, we did get good news this week, but I can't share it at this time :). Other than that, I am just a working girl. (Okay, the girls on ANTM are actually annoying me. This will be fun.) I am trying to get through the week -- I have a lot to get done.

Okay, that was the check in for the time being! (The title of the blog means nothing, I just saw something about Paris on TV and it sent me back there.)

The Week

I got back from Corpus last night and let me tell you, it was a great trip. My hotel was right on the beach! I haven't been to the beach in forever and it was so beautiful. The hotel clerk gave me a room looking over the beach, so I got to keep my patio door open, listen to the waves and seagulls and relax. I played on the beach a little too. It was so nice and relaxing. The first night I was there, I just ate dinner and then went to bed pretty early. The second night, I hung out at the lounge in the hotel -- it over looks the water. I met this couple visiting from Iowa. They were pretty nice. I had seen the guy around the hotel, but I hadn't seen her until that night. The bartender made great pina coladas (I had one for Jen :)) and told jokes all night. This cracked me up though -- they said one of the places they wanted to eat at was the Whataburger. Um huh!!!???? They don't have them in Iowa. It just made me laugh my booty off. (Whataburger field is in Corpus so they had seen the sign and decided that they needed to check out the fast food). My one drink and back to my room plan turned into laughing and talking for 3 hours. I had to drag myself away since I did have to be coherent at work!!! (And in the airport on the way home, I met a lady who worked at Whataburger - in purchasing. )

I really liked my visit to our Corpus Area Office. Everyone was really nice and I got to meet a lot of people who I talked to off and on. Some of my problem children are in Corpus so it was also nice to meet them. This is going to be my last trip out for CPR. They have me doing so much other stuff, it just makes sense to give my final trip to someone else!

I really did not want to be up today. I am soooooo tired. It is a little better since lunch, but this morning was horrible. I left my brain at home. I need to hit the gym and then it is home to go back to sleep. I need it :).

later!

Update on Life

I have been off work since Friday and I guess I am ready to go back. Although, I will be going into the office for 4 hours and then flying to Corpus for work. I need to read up on what I can and can't take in the cabin of the plane. I know my MAC lip gloss is considered deadly so I have to pack it away. Geesh. It won't be too bad though. I am looking forward to it! I'll miss Mike, the furbabies and my bed, but it is only 3 days. I can survive.

My birthday was great. Thursday, Mike and I hung out and went to dinner. It was very nice to just have some quiet time with him. I took Friday off and had lunch with Michelle. And then we got our nails done and went shopping. It seems like a repeat of last year but it was still super fun! I hadn't seen her in a long time and so it was nice to catch up. We got free dessert and a couple of free glasses of wine at Cafe Express. Love the birthday hook-up!!!! Then dinner with the parents on Friday night. It was a good weekend all together (special shout out to Jen. She knows why ;).) I keep forgetting it is Monday -- my days keep getting thrown off!

Have a great week. Hopefully I will be able to post while on the road, but who knows. Talk to you later!!! I am going to spend the evening watching DVR stuff and scheduling the week in the tv. Yes, exciting, I know. (And I have already worked out today so I am just gonna chill. Actually, I worked out with Ryan and did Spin class. Go me:)).

Just Popping In

Just wanted to say Happy Valentine's Day!

That is all :).

The Week that was

So, this week actually went by pretty quickly. I had to go to Austin on Thursday for work so that kind of pushed things along. I got back late last night to mad little fur babies. They are just never happy when momma goes out of town. I had to go to the Austin Area office to teach CPR/AED training. It was pretty fun and the people in the office were very nice. It was pretty productive but all I had was the crappy hotel treadmill to work out on -- so I plan to hit the gym pretty hard this morning. Pilates is at 12:30 and I am in serious need of core/stretching. I hurt my left arm on Wednesday with Ryan -- tried to lift a little too much weight. It feels better now, but stretching will help it even more!

Tonight is my shared birthday dinner with Mia! We have the same birthday day, birth year. All pretty awesome. I can't imagine sharing a birthday with a better person. Luckily we all like sushi :). It will be a blast and I am sure some stories will come from that. I just have to figure out what to wear. What I really want to wear seems very impractical for winter time so we'll see...........

So, yes, my birthday is this week. It isn't until Thursday and I have to go through Valentine's day to get to it, but I turn 35 this week (but don't worry, Valentines day is still important!). I like Jen's thirty faux (although, now that I remember, I think that was a SATC thing too). It does seem a little better than my celebrating the 8th Anniversary of my 27th birthday. At least it shows that I acknowledge I am in my 30s....... :). I won't get all sentimental just yet since I do have 5 days and I need to get ready to go to the gym..... he, he! But it will call for a lot of reflecting (probably all internal -- you might not get to read about all of it). I am pretty happy all in all about where I am though. All the choices I have made in the past make me who I am today. I have awesome friends in my life, people who I know would be with me in a heart beat if something happened. And they know that I would drop anything to come to them. We have weddings this year, I am sure someone will get preggers soon (um, not me........) and we'll have some ups and downs. I have great parents who support me in all that I do, although sometimes they wonder what the heck is up. I also have the best boyfriend in the world. I am grateful I met Mike and very happy he is in my life. He is also included in the awesome friend section, so that is all........ :).

So, that actually might just be my reflecting post! Have a great weekend!!!

The Girlie Weekend

However, I am sure you don't want to read about every detail of my hair appointment on Saturday morning or my shopping spree at Northpark Mall with the girls :). I had a great weekend and it was definitely a lot of fun. I introduced Mia and Jen to Kiehl's eye cream and Mia introduced us to "Fresh". Or at least it was new to me. (I don't think Jen had heard of them either.) The whole point of the shopping trip was to find shoes for Jen's V-day dress. And they are hot, hot, hot! She is gonna look beautiful. You'll have to read her blog to find out her V-day plans :).

Okay, tonight I really didn't want to work out. It wasn't that I was hurting or even just totally exhausted, I just didn't want to go. But, don't worry, I made my happy butt get up and go to the gym. I figured I really needed it because I had a few too many sweettarts today. I was pretty proud of myself! I do, however, need new workout shoes. My current ones are starting to leave blisters. Not good when you want to motivate yourself to workout! So, I think that will be the big purchase this weekend. But that was my accomplishment for the day!

Okay, I think it is time to log off and go to bed. It has been a long day and I actually wore myself out on the treadmill. Later!

The Week So Far.....

It has been a pretty good week. Jury duty resulted in me sitting in a big jury room for 3 hours. I wasn't called to sit on any panels so I was dismissed before lunch. It wasn't too bad except for the creepy guy who decided to stare at me before our second break. Yeah, um, I just moved.

Other than that, all has been good. It has been cold and rainy in Dallas but I guess we need the rain. Hopefully it won't get icy this weekend because there is a shopping day planned. I don't want to slip into the parking lot at NorthPark Mall. Not fun! Jen is looking for shoes to go with her Valentine's Day dress, so we decided to make it a girl day (along with Mia and Angela). The Mac Store, shoes, I have to go by Kiehl's. It will be fun!

Okay, this will be short. I have to get a few things done before i leave. And I get to go work out tonight with Ryan. It is so dreary so it is a good thing. Otherwise, I might just want to go home and curl under the covers with the kitties. But I do get to cuddle on the couch afterwards with Mike and watch "The Office" so it will be an awesome evening :). It is a new episode, so of course I am happy.

Later!

Weekend Wrap-up

This will be a quick blog because I am running out of steam and need to go to bed soon! Friday I was expecting the service guy to set up my DVR (had to bring a new box, blah, blah blah). They call at 6:00 to let me know I have to reschedule. Um, not okay. I had to call back and set up a new appointment. They can't come until Tuesday 11-2. Yeah, that aint gonna work. I have jury duty. And if that wasn't happening, I have work! I decided to just go to the center to get the box on Saturday morning. Long story short, got the box on Saturday morning, set it up and all is hunky dorry. After calling them again because the menu wasn't lining up with the channels. What the........!!! It shouldn't be that hard to set up a freakin DVR. It is working now. But still.......

Mom and I drove to OK on Saturday afternoon to go to my cousin Amy's baby shower (well, I guess the party was really for baby Madyson, but she was being held by me and really no help with the opening of the presents....). Mady is soooooo tiny. She is less than 5lbs and man, it was just so weird to see her. I have never seen a baby that small in real life. Her sisters (9 and 6)are putting Cabbage Patch kid clothes on her. She is a beauty though. They pretty much let me hold her the whole time since they see her all the time. I did steal her from my Mom though. Sorry :). The wonderful thing was that as tiny as she was when she was born, she has no health problems and is doing very well. She even has a lot of hair. I wouldn't have thought she would,especially when she wasn't "cooked all the way"! They got some awesome gifts -- cute baby stuff. If you are really interested, I can show the pictures.

Tonight, the SAG awards were on! And I am so happy -- The Office won Best Ensemble for Comedy - TV and Little Miss Sunshine won for ensemble for Movies. I watched Little Miss Sunshine on the way to OK on the portable DVD player. It was so good! If you haven't seen it yet, you have to. I knew I'd like it, but man, it was great. I laughed and I cried. Sometimes at the same time. But, yes, you must see it! And I was happy they won. And I got to see Mike tonight, so of course that makes me happy :).

Have a great week!!!

Sigh....

No, I really have things to do today. I got the bulk of things done, so now I am just waiting on people. That stinks, but that gives me a chance to catch up on blogging. It has been awhile and I am sure everyone is just dying to know what I did this past weekend. :).

My cousin Amy had her baby this weekend. She had a little girl, Madison. Madison was a little early (well, a lot early. She was due on my birthday!). Apparently she is very healthy and I get to meet her this coming weekend. I have a slight sore throat which better go away. I doubt I will be allowed to get near Madison if this continues. Her baby shower is this weekend so that will be fun. I get to go to Target and look lost in the baby section. Always amusing :). What else does a newborn need besides onesies and diapers? I don't think much more!!! Well, since it is winter, I might need to get a few blankets. She is so tiny though - 4.4 lbs. She does live in OK so a trip is necessary to go to the baby shower. But that is cool! So, there are two babies on either side of the family we get to ooh and aww about!

This past weekend I also went to a bridal show in Ft. Worth with Jen, Mia and Angela. It was a lot of fun, and I did get to taste the cake Jen will have at the reception. They will have to drag me away from the cake table. That stuff is good! Very moist cake. We tasted another vendor's cake and truthfully, Jen's vendor was MUCH better. We (everyone than obviously Jen) met her coordinator at the reception site and Jacklyn (sorry Jen, if I spelled it wrong!) is very sweet. Also very on her game. We will definitely have a blast at the reception. As long as I don't go on a major sugar high from the cake :).

Other than that, I just got to hang out with Mike. That was very nice! We watched the Colts/Patriots game on Sunday night. Now, I am not a huge non-A&M football fan, but that was a great game. I will be rooting for the Colts in the Super Bowl. So, yes, I know who's playing, and what date it is on. Not that anyone had doubts, but in years past, I really could care less who played.

Okay, I think it is time to get back to work. The only amazingly fun thing this week is adding more cardio back into my schedule. I did a re-assessment last night with Ryan. I wasn't too happy, but it was all my fault. I was a cardio slacker. So, back to it I go. I don't want to have to sit there and say, yeah I know exactly what happened, had all the control in the world and didn't do anything to change it. Gonna change it now!

Later!

Snow Day

The weather turned bad and I decided to stay home from work today. As previously stated, our building closes when DISD closes. And guess what the only school district was that did not close today - DISD. But I really didn't feel like getting out with the crazies in the traffic, and sitting there for an hour or two. I didn't have any pressing work and I really think the office is going to be dead today, so why risk it? Getting into downtown would have been a pain. So, I have made today an Office Season 2 marathon. I haven't done that in awhile so it is a lot of fun to watch it again!

Stay warm and happy Wednesday!!!!

So sad

That's all I have to say about the Golden Globes last night. Although, the cast looked great. That wasn't based on what I saw at the show because I never saw them show the Office table! I had to find the pics on-line. Anyway, yes, I am still mad........... I am sure "Ugly Betty" is a nice show, but well, um, I guess I have nothing nice to say, so I will move on........

I got pictures of my cousin Kelsey's wedding this past weekend and she looked so beautiful! It was fun to see the pics and with as many as Katie sent, I really felt like I was there! It was great.

Okay, so this is a short blog. I got in late today because I had a dental appointment. No huge ordeal like last time so that is good. Later!

The Golden Globes Tonight

Oh, and before I forget, the Golden Globes are on tonight. Now, I wouldn't be mentioning this, but the best show ever has two nominations: Best Actor for Steve Carell and Best Show. Last years acceptance speech by Carell was great (if you haven't seen it, you have to. I am sure you can find it on youtube. Or, go to officetally in the margin of my blog and they have link through there.). And of course, "The Office" will win tonight! I don't plan to watch the whole thing -- lets hope that all the "good" stuff is at the end so I won't miss it. Next year, I really think Jenna Fischer needs to get a nom. She is just amazing in this show!!!

Rainy, Freezing Update

The weather hasn't been too great the past few days and so I have been in hibernating mode. I haven't wanted to leave these past few days. I actually did get up and out this morning because I had an 8:00 appointment with Ryan. Since I live close to the gym and it wasn't too icy going there, I figured I had no excuse. I hadn't worked out since Thursday, so I needed to go. It was a good workout and since his 9:00 couldn't make it in, I actually got a little extra today. It is nice being a favorite client -- I can get a little extra time when needed :). Mike has to work today, but he went in a little later to let the roads clear. Since he took Tiger, the cat, to the vet, and the vet is close to me, I am cat sitting her. She is hiding under the bed and Sierra is hissing at Simon. I keep telling her HE belongs here.......... Sierra really doesn't seem to care that Tiger is here and it is kind of funny. She is taking it as an excuse to be mean to Simon. Yes, I know, poor Simon.........

I do have to running around some today. Well, I guess I don't have to, but it would be nice to get out some more. I had a brief flash of brilliance to go to spin class at noon, but really, I already worked out today :). So, I think I am going to Kohl's since I still have a gift cert for there. It is close, so I won't have to deal with the crazies.

Well, that is it for the day. Congrats to my cousin Kelsey who got married this weekend in Reno. I can't wait to see the pictures. Stay warm and have a happy Monday!

(Oh, I need a good suggestion for eye cream. One month before my 35th birthday and i am seeing crows feet. Nobody else sees them, but they are there.........)

Nothing Much

Well, yeah, I know it has been over a week since my last post. Really nothing too exciting has happened since the last post! Unless you really want to hear about my booty kicking workouts or how everybody at work is a total nut, I don't have much to report! The weekend was okay. Mike and I had dinner on Saturday night to celebrate our 6 monthiversary. I told him we don't have to do that again for another 6 months. There is just something special (in my mind) about hitting a 6 month mark. Yes, I am a silly girl, but it makes me feel happy. And it was sweet that he indulged my silly, romantic nature.

I had a hive attack on Sunday night, but just on my hands. It is really annoying because they are somewhat swollen still. I think it is going down, but I have been debating whether to go to the doctor -- I think at this stage though, the swelling has gone down enough that they can't do anything. I am just tired of popping benedryl! The stuff is great, but really, a body can only take so much. I worked out hard yesterday and that usually helps with the hives -- and it did. I plan to do spin class tonight and that should help as well.

Well, that is it for me. I hope everyone has a great day! I promise to write sooner next time!!!

First Post of the Year

Just saying hi! This is my first post of 2007 and so far, it has been a good year :).

Okay, I remembered last night that I forgot to add one accomplishment from 2006 to yesterday's blog -- I got my Master's Degree! How I forget something I had been working on for 2 years is beyond me. Probably because it happened so early in the year. Who knows. Anyway, I thought I would let everyone know I hadn't forgotten!

I have tomorrow off -- I really do want to get back to work and my normal work schedule, but due to the death of President Ford, government employees are getting a day of mourning. So, by working in a government office, I get the day off too. So, I will be working out in the morning and then who knows what else. I might even use some of the gift cards I got for Christmas. I do know I want to get my nails done. Yeah, very selfish, I know :).

Later!

Happy New Year!!!

Well, here we go -- the end of 2006. A lot has happened in this year. Our family welcomed the most awesome baby, Chloe, into the world. I met Mike. I lost a lot of weight and a lot of inches. And lots of other great things. My friends have had some awesome things happen to them too. Yeah, there have been some down times, but all in all it has been wonderful. I look forward to 2007 and all the things it has to offer.

I do have to brag on myself for a minute though. I did a work out with Ryan today and we reassessed. So, here is my progress -- from last year at this time to now.

Then: Now:
Chest: 40 inches /33 inches
Waist: 39 inches /30 inches
Hips: 44 inches /38 inches (yeah, the hips didn't really want to go down any....)

Total weight lost: 25 lbs
Total Body Fat Lost: 10% (was 35%, now 25%)

Seriously, if I can do it, anyone can!!!! I hated working out and didn't think I could give up my chocolate. I love working out now and can easily fit chocolate into my eating plan, without feeling deprived. It was hard, but I feel like it was an accomplishment that I can keep going with.

Now I need to get ready to go to Mike's for New Year's Eve. We are taking it easy tonight. He is doing his night security job at his apartment complex. So, while he works, I will be drinking champagne and watching movies. I figured as long as I can kiss him at midnight, it doesn't matter where we are.

Have a wonderful New Year's Eve and a great beginning of 2007!!!

My forgotten review of the Office

With the excitement of last weekend (car tow, holiday parties, etc), I TOTALLY FORGOT to give my review of the best show on TV. The Office Hour Long special last week (and actually, last night too) was everything I had hoped for in the show. It was funny, it was sweet, it just ROCKED!!! NBC repeated it last night so I think I am on my 4th viewing of the show. And I laughed each time. I was happy to watch it again since I can now pick up little things I missed the first, um, 3 times......... So, yes, it was a great Christmas present for me. From NBC. Aren't they sweet! If anyone missed it and has a desperate need to see it, then I have it recorded. And I will probably watch it a few more times this weekend. I am that dorky. Be proud that you know me :).

My Last Work Friday of 2006

Friday afternoon! The Friday before Christmas. The Friday before my week long "vacation" begins. I put vacation in quotes, because this next week will be spent home in Dallas, no place exotic. But that is perfectly okay. More than likely I will do girly things like Manicures, Pedicures, facials and massages. Oh yeah, and spend time with Mike....... :). I will also spend a little more time at the gym since I will have more time. I really need to go now because lunch has made me very full. Plus, Paradise Bakery has some yummy cookies. It is in my calorie count and I made a conscious choice to "cheat". It was very worth it. So that probably means no wine tonight though! It is all about trade offs. Funny Downtown Dallas sighting. I was walking to the Bank of America building and ran into my Dad. On the streets of Downtown. I think he almost walked past me. Mom, hit him for that! :). I still look the same with my hair pulled back! He doesn't normally work in Downtown (although when he does, he is in the other Federal Building) so it was kind of a surreal thing :).

3 hours and I get to leave. I don't think we are getting out early for the holidays. They don't shut the office down. Although there is nobody here and the parking lot is slowly emptying. I could take off early and use PTO, but really, there is no point. I am off all next week anyway. I have all my Christmas shopping done. I can't wait to see what I got and to give mine away! I really can't wait to see Mike's reaction to mine :). I think it is pretty awesome. I hope he loves it. If not, well, I can always use it!!!! It was a flash of brilliance that I am very proud of :). Can I build this up much more!!!??? He, he.

If I do not get to blog over the next few days, I want to wish everybody a wonderful and safe Christmas. I am planning to meet Jen and Mia for a Christmas Eve brunch (which, actually would make an awesome tradition. Although I guess we need to do one first.............). That will be awesome. Then whatever from there. I do want to go to a Christmas Eve church service as well. I think we have that one pretty much taken care of.
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while only a few people will get why I am posting the words to Santa Baby, I am still gonna do it!

Santa Baby
written by J. Javits and P. Springeroriginally
sung by Ertha Kitt
"Santa baby,
slip a sable under the tree,
for me
I've been an awful good girl
Santa baby, and hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa baby, an out-of-space convertible too, light blue
I'll wait up for you dear
Santa baby, and hurry down the chimney tonight
Think of all the fun I've missed
Think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed
Next year I could be oh so good
If you'd check off my Christmas list
Boo doo bee doo
Santa honey,
I wanna yacht and really that'sNot a lot
I've been an angel all year
Santa baby, and hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa cutie, there's one thing I really do need, the deed
To a platinum mine
Santa cutie, and hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa baby, I'm filling my stocking with a duplex,
and checks
Sign your 'X' on the line
Santa baby, and hurry down the chimney tonight
Come and trim my Christmas tree
With some decorations bought at Tiffany's
I really do believe in you
Let's see if you believe in me
Boo doo bee doo
Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing, a ring
I don't mean a phone
Santa baby, and hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry down the chimney tonight"

I need a helmet

I appear to be very prone to hitting my head on things. I did it today at lunch and I did it a few weeks at Jen's apartment. So, while telling this story to Mia and Jen, Jen says I need a helmet. Actually, very true. Luckily it hit me on the hard part of my head so it really didn't hurt. I was a work lunch though. Nothing more embarrassing than being clumsy in front of the people you work with on a daily basis. And then the restaurant people are looking at a table of OSHA people thinking "uh oh...". It was my own silly fault, and they did make sure I was okay. :).

Really nothing else is happening today. Okay, so it is 4:00 and something could magically happen, but I am just hoping this is a low-key evening. I am going to work out with Ryan, let him kick my booty and relax at home. Top Chef might be a re-run, but that is okay. I am still gonna watch it.

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Don't ask why there is no space between paragraphs in my posting! I tried. It won't show them in the published results. I am not a dork, I promise!

No title.........

This picture was taken with my cell phone last night. Simon gets all cute when it is time for bed!

I doubt anything will be interesting for a long time after this past weekend. You will just have to deal with a boring blog today! The only thing really to report is that I am super sore today from working out with Ryan last night. It has been awhile since I have felt like I can't move -- we've been working on flexibility and balance, so there have been no super weights that kick my booty. I actually missed the soreness -- kind of glad its back :).

I did get a gift card in the mail for the company that I do the dance classes through. I forgot that if you buy a class in Dec, you get a gift card ("for yourself or someone else" as they said). And it was in the exact amount that my dance class cost -- the one I missed Friday due to the horrible traffic. I really thought that was cool and a very nice surprise. So, sometime early next year, I will try this all again!

Have a great Tuesday! I know it is rainy and dreary, but it is still a good day :).