It's mid December here in Cleveland, and we still don't have snow. I'm not complaining. As much as I love the look of clean, white, untouched scenery, I'm happy to not have the car accidents and freezing rain. But, I would like a little snow on Christmas if possible.
Holiday prep is going very slowly this year. I'm just getting my cards done and out this week. I haven't even started shopping yet, except for my niece and nephews who are out of the state. It's just sad. It seems like every year we get our bonus closer and closer to Christmas. I know, I'm not supposed to depend on the bonus, but I do, as do most people. However, I think some of my family has become dependent on that bonus as well. You should see some of the items on people's wish lists. If I ever won the lottery, I would not tell anyone. I would just randomly and anonymously help people.
Well, if I don't get to write again until January, have a great holiday season all! I wish you and yours the best!
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Run Forest Run!!!
I'm going to be a runner! I mean it this time. lol
I've decided on a new fitness goal. I want to really become a runner. If you know me, you know I've been talking about this, and occassionally running, for a couple of years now. I've even done a few 5k's, which I've written about on here. But, I think it's time to start getting serious about this. Yesterday I signed up for the Reindeer Run 5k in Lakewood Dec 3rd. That gives me a little less than a month to train. I want to run as much of it as I can with as few stops as possible.
Well, today since I decided to work from home, I went out and ran. Well, I actually walk/jogged. I completed 3 miles in 53:50 minutes. I know that's not great, but it did include 1 stop light and several stop signs that I had to pause at. I also burnt 533 calories. I'm so incredibly proud of myself. I took my first official steps today. I know I have a long road ahead of me, no pun intented, but I really want to do this. This is for me, not anyone else. Just me.
Reminds me of my favorite saying, "the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." This is so true and is now the theme for my life. Here's to many more journeys. It's tough taking that first step. But trust me, once you do you'll be so much happier you did.
Have a great day all!
-L-
I've decided on a new fitness goal. I want to really become a runner. If you know me, you know I've been talking about this, and occassionally running, for a couple of years now. I've even done a few 5k's, which I've written about on here. But, I think it's time to start getting serious about this. Yesterday I signed up for the Reindeer Run 5k in Lakewood Dec 3rd. That gives me a little less than a month to train. I want to run as much of it as I can with as few stops as possible.
Well, today since I decided to work from home, I went out and ran. Well, I actually walk/jogged. I completed 3 miles in 53:50 minutes. I know that's not great, but it did include 1 stop light and several stop signs that I had to pause at. I also burnt 533 calories. I'm so incredibly proud of myself. I took my first official steps today. I know I have a long road ahead of me, no pun intented, but I really want to do this. This is for me, not anyone else. Just me.
Reminds me of my favorite saying, "the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." This is so true and is now the theme for my life. Here's to many more journeys. It's tough taking that first step. But trust me, once you do you'll be so much happier you did.
Have a great day all!
-L-
Monday, November 7, 2011
Monday Monday Monday...
So, this past Friday night was a disaster. What was supposed to be a fun night with the girls turned into an emotional roller coaster. A friend of mine picked me up and we went to XO downtown for dinner. We were a little early, the other girls were running late, so they sat us at our table. After a few minutes at our table, I saw my ex, his wife, and his family at a table in the other room. It was awkward and weird. At first I was shaking a little, but I'm not sure why. Maybe because I was so surprised. But then, after a mimosa, I got angry. I was angry because his wife kept glaring at me. Now, I don't care anymore that he chose her and we've not been friends for years. She betrayed me by taking him, not the other way around, so why did she feel like it was ok to glare at me? I should have been the one glaring at her and telling her where to take it and shove it. What a B! In addition to glaring at me all night, she also put on some kind of act. She would laugh really loud. So loud that it echoed in the restaurant. One of the friends with me actually said, "what the heck was that? did a witch just cackle?" I laughed so hard that I almost spit out my drink. I love my friends. Anyway, after they left I wasn't feeling very well. I think it was the bubbles in the drink that messed up my stomach. I tried dancing a little, but when I almost tossed my cookies in the restroom at the bar, I figured it was time to go. So, my friend and I left early. What a night.
Saturday I was pretty messed up. My stomach was a mess. I was angry and hurt and just feeling awful. It took me until Sunday to recover. Sunday my family and I went to Erie, PA. The men went to a train show while the girls went gambling. We didn't win any money, but I didn't go home broke. So, I consider that a successful outing. :) Later that night we met with more family at the Golden Corral in Brook Park for a birthday celebration. Holy cow that place was a zoo! I've never seen anything like it. The food was ok, but the place was so crazy that it was hard to really enjoy it. Let's just say I was happy to go home to my quiet house and my brand new TV.
I totally forgot to tell you all about my new TV! I saw the HH Gregg ad in the paper, so I went to check it out and left with a 47in LG HDTV LED. It has built in Wifi and it's 3D. It came with a blue ray player and a bunch of 3D glasses. I can't wait to watch a good movie in 3D. This thing is amazing!
Well, I better get back to work. I hope you all have a great week. Ciao!
-L-
Saturday I was pretty messed up. My stomach was a mess. I was angry and hurt and just feeling awful. It took me until Sunday to recover. Sunday my family and I went to Erie, PA. The men went to a train show while the girls went gambling. We didn't win any money, but I didn't go home broke. So, I consider that a successful outing. :) Later that night we met with more family at the Golden Corral in Brook Park for a birthday celebration. Holy cow that place was a zoo! I've never seen anything like it. The food was ok, but the place was so crazy that it was hard to really enjoy it. Let's just say I was happy to go home to my quiet house and my brand new TV.
I totally forgot to tell you all about my new TV! I saw the HH Gregg ad in the paper, so I went to check it out and left with a 47in LG HDTV LED. It has built in Wifi and it's 3D. It came with a blue ray player and a bunch of 3D glasses. I can't wait to watch a good movie in 3D. This thing is amazing!
Well, I better get back to work. I hope you all have a great week. Ciao!
-L-
Monday, October 31, 2011
It's official, I'm a freak!
I'm having premonitions. And apparently, it runs in my family. Great.
I had a couple of weird dreams this morning. I don't know what the first one was about really. All I remember is seeing my aunt pop up in it for a minute all upset about something and then popping out of the dream. I immediate woke up from that at about 3:30 am. Eventually I fell back asleep and had dream #2 My dad and a friend of his were drag racing when my dad got into a minor accident. Immediately after the accident, my phone woke me up. It was my dad calling to ask me to meet him at the body shop because he was having trouble with his Jeep and needed to drop it off. Weird right?
So, as I was waiting for my dad at the shop, I sent my aunt a text to see if she was ok, and she was. Well, a few minutes ago I received a text message from her telling me a friend just passed away and she was really upset.
Now, come on, tell me this isn't weird! I talked to my parents tonight and found out both my grandparents on my dad's side had this "gift" as they called it. And my great grandmother, my dad's grandmother, also had this. Mind you I'm named after my grandmother and was born on my great grandmother's birthday. I guess this was inevitable. But, if I was going to inherit anything from them, why couldn't it be their luck at bingo? I'm just saying. I feel a little cheated. Why am I only seeing bad things happening?
Time for this little psychic to relax and head to bed. Hopefully I won't have any premonitions tonight. I'd give anything for a naughty dream. lol. Happy Halloween all.
I had a couple of weird dreams this morning. I don't know what the first one was about really. All I remember is seeing my aunt pop up in it for a minute all upset about something and then popping out of the dream. I immediate woke up from that at about 3:30 am. Eventually I fell back asleep and had dream #2 My dad and a friend of his were drag racing when my dad got into a minor accident. Immediately after the accident, my phone woke me up. It was my dad calling to ask me to meet him at the body shop because he was having trouble with his Jeep and needed to drop it off. Weird right?
So, as I was waiting for my dad at the shop, I sent my aunt a text to see if she was ok, and she was. Well, a few minutes ago I received a text message from her telling me a friend just passed away and she was really upset.
Now, come on, tell me this isn't weird! I talked to my parents tonight and found out both my grandparents on my dad's side had this "gift" as they called it. And my great grandmother, my dad's grandmother, also had this. Mind you I'm named after my grandmother and was born on my great grandmother's birthday. I guess this was inevitable. But, if I was going to inherit anything from them, why couldn't it be their luck at bingo? I'm just saying. I feel a little cheated. Why am I only seeing bad things happening?
Time for this little psychic to relax and head to bed. Hopefully I won't have any premonitions tonight. I'd give anything for a naughty dream. lol. Happy Halloween all.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Scary psychic moment...
If you know me, you know sometimes I can predict when things are going to happen. My mom tells me I have a little psychic in me. Well, today's moment really freaked me out.
This morning I was driving along Lakeshore heading to pick up my Dad's cat to take her for her vet appt. I had this feeling/vision of me getting hit in the front/side while driving. Freaked me out a little, but I forgot about it. Later tonight, I was driving back from my Dad's house on that same stretch of Lakeshore and saw a car being lifted into a flatbed after having been hit in the front/side of the vehicle. I saw that accident this morning from the driver's point of view! WTF?
I don't know what is wrong with me, but I'm still a little shaken up. Why can't I ever see things that are positive and happy? If this is a gift, someone can return it. I don't want to see such sad and scary things before they happen.
I know, you think I'm weird. Well, if you know me, you know I've always been weird. It's part of the charm I guess. :)
This morning I was driving along Lakeshore heading to pick up my Dad's cat to take her for her vet appt. I had this feeling/vision of me getting hit in the front/side while driving. Freaked me out a little, but I forgot about it. Later tonight, I was driving back from my Dad's house on that same stretch of Lakeshore and saw a car being lifted into a flatbed after having been hit in the front/side of the vehicle. I saw that accident this morning from the driver's point of view! WTF?
I don't know what is wrong with me, but I'm still a little shaken up. Why can't I ever see things that are positive and happy? If this is a gift, someone can return it. I don't want to see such sad and scary things before they happen.
I know, you think I'm weird. Well, if you know me, you know I've always been weird. It's part of the charm I guess. :)
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Good evening bloggers...
So, a lot has been going on lately. I told you all about my little sister getting married. She cracks me up. She's a Sullivan now, so she's all worried people won't know she's Italian anymore. I laughed. She so looks Italian. There's no question. Silly kid.
I've had a couple of trade shows since then. The most memorable of those was the trip to Chicago, 2 weeks ago, for The Remodeling Show. The show itself was ok. The first day was a steady stream of traffic, but the next two days were not so busy. However, I was able to go with a friend/coworker of mine, which made the trip much more enjoyable. She's a vegetarian, so we were able to hit up every good vegetarian/vegan/raw place we could find. Yumm! And we walked EVERYWHERE. When we couldn't walk, we took the train lines and the Metra. The Metra was cool because it was much smoother and a more comfortable ride. You really get thrown around on the CTA lines. We also got to spend some time on the Navy Pier. It was great! We rode the ferris wheel and got to see the sun setting around the city from the air. After that we walked around the pier and caught the end of a live marionette show (with people, not puppets) and a magician that did the Houdini upside down escape in water trick. It was amazing! That is definitely something I will never forget.
This is my favorite time of year. The leaves are changing colors and Halloween is next week, my favorite holiday. Last night was my one and only Halloween party I am able to attend this year, not that I haven't been invited to a bunch. I just can't go because of an upcoming show. Anyway, I bought this costume (Captain Hook - female) that I thought would be amazing. But, when I went to put it on an hour before the show, I looked like a gay valet. It was horrible! So, at the last minute I threw on a pink cowgirl hat and a jean skirt and ran out the door. Everyone else's costumes were much better. My friend Darin was white trash (see pic). OMG, he looked so funny! His wife Kim was a little devil. There was also an angel, Rainbow Bright, Puss in Boots, a male cop in some really short shorts, a doctor, and an actress playing a prostitute. It was fun, but I was exhausted, so I left at midnight. I can't party like I used to. Well, not all the time anyway.
This coming week I'm driving down to Louisville, KY for the GIE + Expo. This is a new show for us, so I'm hoping the attendance is good and it is worth our time to exhibit. I love downtown Louisville. If you've never been there, you must go and hang out at 4th Street Live. They block off this area and have street dancing and fun. There's a bunch of bars and restaurants to eat at surrounding it. There's also a bar outside when it's warm enough out. It's a fun little area to hang out and relax or go dancing (and you know I love to dance.) I'm not going with friends this time, so I may not get to have as much fun. We shall see. I may need to put on my political hat (which I hate wearing).
Well, I'm heading to bed as soon as my iphone updates. Have a great night all. I will chat with you again when I have something good to talk about.
-L-
I've had a couple of trade shows since then. The most memorable of those was the trip to Chicago, 2 weeks ago, for The Remodeling Show. The show itself was ok. The first day was a steady stream of traffic, but the next two days were not so busy. However, I was able to go with a friend/coworker of mine, which made the trip much more enjoyable. She's a vegetarian, so we were able to hit up every good vegetarian/vegan/raw place we could find. Yumm! And we walked EVERYWHERE. When we couldn't walk, we took the train lines and the Metra. The Metra was cool because it was much smoother and a more comfortable ride. You really get thrown around on the CTA lines. We also got to spend some time on the Navy Pier. It was great! We rode the ferris wheel and got to see the sun setting around the city from the air. After that we walked around the pier and caught the end of a live marionette show (with people, not puppets) and a magician that did the Houdini upside down escape in water trick. It was amazing! That is definitely something I will never forget.
This coming week I'm driving down to Louisville, KY for the GIE + Expo. This is a new show for us, so I'm hoping the attendance is good and it is worth our time to exhibit. I love downtown Louisville. If you've never been there, you must go and hang out at 4th Street Live. They block off this area and have street dancing and fun. There's a bunch of bars and restaurants to eat at surrounding it. There's also a bar outside when it's warm enough out. It's a fun little area to hang out and relax or go dancing (and you know I love to dance.) I'm not going with friends this time, so I may not get to have as much fun. We shall see. I may need to put on my political hat (which I hate wearing).
Well, I'm heading to bed as soon as my iphone updates. Have a great night all. I will chat with you again when I have something good to talk about.
-L-
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Struggling with motivation...
Hello all -
So today I'm really struggling with keeping myself motivated in just about every life aspect. I had to force myself to do my Turbo Fire workout. I'm still trying to finish the chapter for tonight's PMP study group. I need to get the lawn mowed, but I'm out of time. That'll have to wait until Sunday when I'm back from Chicago. I just don't want to do anything but plop in front of that darn tv and shut the world out.
For the first time since starting Weight Watchers, I'm not weighing in this week. I can't bare having a gain 2 weeks in a row. It's my own fault. I did ok over the weekend at the wedding, but then something kicked in and I had fast food one day and then last night I ate a mushroom burger, tator tots, and potato skins. It was way too much food and I felt sick after, but I didn't stop. What is wrong with me this week? After that, I decided today to crack down and eat well and workout. I have not been perfect today, but definitely much better than the last few days. Hopefully next week when I drag myself in to be weighed, it'll be a loss. I just have to behave while I'm away.
I'm also struggling today with being a little lonely. I know you would never know this if you met me. I always appear to be the happiest person, but it sucks being single this long. I don't want to settle, so I'm not going to just go out with anyone, not that I've even been asked out lately. Why is it that men can't see past my weight to the person I am? I almost don't want to lose the weight just to try and find a guy that doesn't care about it. But, 6 years later and I still don't have that guy, so I guess I'll try it the other way. It's really a shame though that this is the case.
Well, I'm off to Chicago tomorrow. The good thing is that my friend Rox is going with me, so she'll keep me in check. She's vegetarian, so we always get to eat at crazy raw and vegan places when we travel together. I really hope to get in a lot of exercise walking around downtown Chicago. I might even try a little outside running if we have time. I'd love to run around the pier or the park.
Well, off to attempt to finish chapter 5 and finish working. Have a great week all!
-L-
So today I'm really struggling with keeping myself motivated in just about every life aspect. I had to force myself to do my Turbo Fire workout. I'm still trying to finish the chapter for tonight's PMP study group. I need to get the lawn mowed, but I'm out of time. That'll have to wait until Sunday when I'm back from Chicago. I just don't want to do anything but plop in front of that darn tv and shut the world out.
For the first time since starting Weight Watchers, I'm not weighing in this week. I can't bare having a gain 2 weeks in a row. It's my own fault. I did ok over the weekend at the wedding, but then something kicked in and I had fast food one day and then last night I ate a mushroom burger, tator tots, and potato skins. It was way too much food and I felt sick after, but I didn't stop. What is wrong with me this week? After that, I decided today to crack down and eat well and workout. I have not been perfect today, but definitely much better than the last few days. Hopefully next week when I drag myself in to be weighed, it'll be a loss. I just have to behave while I'm away.
I'm also struggling today with being a little lonely. I know you would never know this if you met me. I always appear to be the happiest person, but it sucks being single this long. I don't want to settle, so I'm not going to just go out with anyone, not that I've even been asked out lately. Why is it that men can't see past my weight to the person I am? I almost don't want to lose the weight just to try and find a guy that doesn't care about it. But, 6 years later and I still don't have that guy, so I guess I'll try it the other way. It's really a shame though that this is the case.
Well, I'm off to Chicago tomorrow. The good thing is that my friend Rox is going with me, so she'll keep me in check. She's vegetarian, so we always get to eat at crazy raw and vegan places when we travel together. I really hope to get in a lot of exercise walking around downtown Chicago. I might even try a little outside running if we have time. I'd love to run around the pier or the park.
Well, off to attempt to finish chapter 5 and finish working. Have a great week all!
-L-
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Congratulations to the Sullivans!
This past Friday was my little sister's wedding. She looked beautiful. And her husband was in tears as she walked down the aisle. It was a great day, despite some issues with timing and a little bit of stomach troubles. I had fun dancing my butt off with family and friends. My partner for the day was John, the best friend of the groom. Nice guy when he was sober, and a little cute, but once he was drunk, it was a different story. He reminded me a lot of an ex that used to drink way too much and would get mean. Not a fun memory to relive. It's too bad. We could have had a good time together if he'd acted like a normal person.
So, today is Sunday and I'm still a little tired. I attempted to workout, but didn't last 15 minutes. I think I need a good night of rest. Sigh. So, tomorrow morning I will try again before I go to work. Then Tuesday is weigh in day. I didn't eat that badly at the wedding, but I'm feeling bloated, so this might be another gain. I really hope not though. I'll see Tuesday. I'm also behind in my reading for class, so sometime before Tuesday, I need to catch up. Looks like I'll be studying tomorrow night.
This week I am headed to Chicago for the Remodeling Show & Deck Expo. My bud, Roxanne, is going with me, so it should be a good time. We've decided not to get a rental car and use the local transit system. This will be my second time riding the train and buses. Hopefully this time I won't fall and lose control of my luggage like last time. That was fun landing in a stranger's lap. I'm excited though. She's found us a bunch of vegetarian and raw places to eat at and we might get to take a local exercise class that sounds like it'll be tough. I could use a good class that will help me burn 1000 calories. :)
Well, here's hoping this will be a good week. I'll blog again later. Till then, have a fabulous week all!
-L-
So, today is Sunday and I'm still a little tired. I attempted to workout, but didn't last 15 minutes. I think I need a good night of rest. Sigh. So, tomorrow morning I will try again before I go to work. Then Tuesday is weigh in day. I didn't eat that badly at the wedding, but I'm feeling bloated, so this might be another gain. I really hope not though. I'll see Tuesday. I'm also behind in my reading for class, so sometime before Tuesday, I need to catch up. Looks like I'll be studying tomorrow night.
This week I am headed to Chicago for the Remodeling Show & Deck Expo. My bud, Roxanne, is going with me, so it should be a good time. We've decided not to get a rental car and use the local transit system. This will be my second time riding the train and buses. Hopefully this time I won't fall and lose control of my luggage like last time. That was fun landing in a stranger's lap. I'm excited though. She's found us a bunch of vegetarian and raw places to eat at and we might get to take a local exercise class that sounds like it'll be tough. I could use a good class that will help me burn 1000 calories. :)
Well, here's hoping this will be a good week. I'll blog again later. Till then, have a fabulous week all!
-L-
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
To be famous...
Almost every little girl, no matter what age, size, talent, etc, wants to be famous at some point in life. Don't they? Lately, I've been wondering what it's like to be famous. Would I enjoy the lifestyle? Would I end up being one of those douche bag celebrities that sleeps with any guy that walks? Would I be like Angelina and give back to those less fortunate? I don't know. But, I'd like to think I'd be one of those low key celebrities that falls in love and has a family, gives back when I can, but only does jobs that I love. I wish I had some discernible talent. I can sing, a little, and dance, a little, but that's it. I'm in my 30's now, so it's a little too late to start looking for a new talent. I think I'll just have to settle for looking for that love and giving back when I can. I have a good life, however, it is sometimes really lonely. I do love the travelling, but sometimes it's really tiring. I have no idea what I want to be when I grow up. I know, aren't I already? Nope. Sometimes I just want to be really immature. I don't want to take care of anyone. I want to have money to gamble. I want to be able to party all night and not get tired at 2am. I want to be able to get any guy I want. Well, once this weight comes off, I think that might be somewhat possible. Soon, very soon. Watch out world. Or at least Northeast Ohio.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Best Birthday Ever!
So, this past weekend was the weekend after my 34th birthday. Friday night we had my sister's bachelorette party. I was pleased that everything went well. We went to Mallorca in downtown Cleveland for dinner. The food was ok, but the staff barely spoke English, or pretended not to understand us. Not sure which was the case. After dinner we went club hopping down West 6th street. We had a blast dancing at a few different clubs. There was this great band at the Blind Pig. I didn't catch their name, but they were awesome! And the hoochies! I haven't seen so much flesh on barely 21 year olds in such a long time. Word to the wise girls. Unless you're a fit person, you really should't wear clothes that barely cover your body. I'm not thin, so you won't see me wearing something that makes my flab hang out everywhere. Have some self respect. Ok, enough of my rant. After clubbing the girls came back to my house to hang for a bit before all going home. I really hope everyone had a good time.
Saturday morning I had to be up early for a funeral and then I mowed the lawn. You'd think after dancing all night Friday I would have been sore. Nope. Ok, maybe a little. But, the lawn really needed to be mowed.
Saturday evening was the Rock Allegiance Tour at the Captain's Stadium in Eastlake, OH. My sister got us the tickets. The evening started with a band called Drive A. I had not heard of them before, but they were really good. I downloaded their cd later. Second was my favorite band, Crossfade. 6 years ago I went through a horrible breakup and it was their music that really helped me to get angry so I could heal. So Far Away has been my favorite song for years. When they sang that song, I about went hoarse from screaming and singing. After they were done, they told us to go to the Merch booth if we wanted to meet them, so I basically ran there with Nina in tow and we waited over an hour for them to come out. We were some of the first to meet them. I got them all to sign my cd. Nina even managed to get a hug from two of the members. We got our picture too. I've attached it here for you to see. I have to say, for a big name band, the members were so nice! And I have to say Eddie Sloan is such a cutie! I know there are a thousand girls in love with him. Well, now I'm one. He was so great with all of the fans. It's nice to see a celebrity that really appreciates his fans. When I met My Chemical Romance a few years ago, they treated us like an assembly line. I was so disappointed. Not Crossfade. They were incredible with everyone.
So, after Crossfade, a band called Red played. I hadn't heard of them before, but they were good. The lead singer has an amazing voice. I downloaded that cd too. We also got to see Alien Ant Farm, Puddle of Mudd, Buckcherry, and Papa Roach. I love Buckcherry! The lead singer has such a unique sounding voice. It's almost hypnotic. And who doesn't love Papa Roach. Before singing his new song, the lead sent a shout out to his wife who was in the crowd. It was lovely and romantic. I love them. All in all it was probably one of the most amazing nights of my life. I would see each band again in a heart beat. Thank you WMMS for putting this concert on in my home town.
Well, this may have been my longest post yet. Have a great week all!
-L-
Saturday morning I had to be up early for a funeral and then I mowed the lawn. You'd think after dancing all night Friday I would have been sore. Nope. Ok, maybe a little. But, the lawn really needed to be mowed.
So, after Crossfade, a band called Red played. I hadn't heard of them before, but they were good. The lead singer has an amazing voice. I downloaded that cd too. We also got to see Alien Ant Farm, Puddle of Mudd, Buckcherry, and Papa Roach. I love Buckcherry! The lead singer has such a unique sounding voice. It's almost hypnotic. And who doesn't love Papa Roach. Before singing his new song, the lead sent a shout out to his wife who was in the crowd. It was lovely and romantic. I love them. All in all it was probably one of the most amazing nights of my life. I would see each band again in a heart beat. Thank you WMMS for putting this concert on in my home town.
Well, this may have been my longest post yet. Have a great week all!
-L-
Friday, September 16, 2011
Celebration!!!
After the show was over, I went back to the Adkins household for a few days of fun time. The first day we went hiking in this amazing park on the Mississippi. See my facebook page for pictures. I haven't posted them to flickr yet. Day 2 Becca and I did a little shopping at the outlet malls. I had a blast because I was able to try on and buy a pair of size 18 jeans from Eddie Bauer. A normal store! I also tried on a size L sweater at the GAP and it fit, but I didn't buy it. Looks like weight watchers and working out is helping me get smaller. Not fast enough for my taste, but at least it's working. After that we just hung out and had fun. They took me to Mongolian BBQ and Coldstone on my birthday. Everyone thought it was funny that all I wanted was a little vanilla with fruit. Hello, I'm on ww. Not like I'm going to eat a 1000 calorie dessert just because it was my bday. I have goals. :)
When I got home from MN, the Turbo Fire workout program I ordered was on my doorstep, so I started it last night. It's like Turbo Jam on crack! It was so fast paced. I had a hard time keeping up. But, I will get better. I just need to figure out how to use my new hr monitor so I can see the calories burned. Today is day 2, so we'll see how good I do.
Tonight is my sister's bachelorette party. We're starting at Mallorca at 8pm for dinner, and then we're heading to bars after. I'm not sure what's around there, so we'll have to see when we get there. 3 weeks until the wedding. I can't believe it's here already. At least my dress is in, so I'll have to go pick that up this weekend. Hopefully it fits.
Tomorrow, while she is sleeping off her hangover, I'll be heading to a family funeral. While I was in MN, my uncle Pat passed away. Rest in Peace. You will be missed.
Also tomorrow Nina and I are heading to the Puddle of Mud concert in Eastlake. I'm so excited. I haven't been to a good concert in soooo long. I'm not sure what is in store for Sunday yet, aside from mowing my crazy overgrown lawn. So, we'll see. Maybe dinner with my family for my birthday.
Well, that's plenty for now. I hope you all have a nice weekend, whoever is reading this. May your days be fun-filled and sunny!
-L-
Friday, September 2, 2011
I love Chobani!
I recently discovered this greek nonfat yogurt in the grocery store and I'm a total addict. Right now I'm eating the black cherry one. So yummy! If you haven't tried it, you need to.
So, today I am working from home. It's labor day weekend, but I didn't want to take today off. I have lots to do. But, somewhere in there I need to do my Insanity workout and also mow the lawn. It looks like no one lives here. lol. I hate yard work. Someone told me when I bought my house that I would grow to love it. I gotta say, not so much. Although, sometimes it is nice to put my headphones on and walk with the mower. I don't mind that so much. Despite the fact that my yard is so uneven. Even my sister, who loves outdoor work, won't touch my lawn again. She did it once for me and that was enough. Love you sis! He he he.
I'm really hoping we have at least 1 day of good weather this weekend. Right now it's not looking so good. I'd really like to take my new bike out for a spin. Oh, when I say bike I mean bicycle, not motorcycle. I bought it in the spring and other than testing it out, I haven't had a chance to ride it. It's so cute. It's white and light pink and has the name Lulu written on it, which is why I bought it. Duh, Lucia Lulu, so close.
I think that's enough random thoughts for today. Any big plans for Labor Day weekend? If you do, have a great time, but be safe.
Toodles.
-L-
So, today I am working from home. It's labor day weekend, but I didn't want to take today off. I have lots to do. But, somewhere in there I need to do my Insanity workout and also mow the lawn. It looks like no one lives here. lol. I hate yard work. Someone told me when I bought my house that I would grow to love it. I gotta say, not so much. Although, sometimes it is nice to put my headphones on and walk with the mower. I don't mind that so much. Despite the fact that my yard is so uneven. Even my sister, who loves outdoor work, won't touch my lawn again. She did it once for me and that was enough. Love you sis! He he he.
I'm really hoping we have at least 1 day of good weather this weekend. Right now it's not looking so good. I'd really like to take my new bike out for a spin. Oh, when I say bike I mean bicycle, not motorcycle. I bought it in the spring and other than testing it out, I haven't had a chance to ride it. It's so cute. It's white and light pink and has the name Lulu written on it, which is why I bought it. Duh, Lucia Lulu, so close.
I think that's enough random thoughts for today. Any big plans for Labor Day weekend? If you do, have a great time, but be safe.
Toodles.
-L-
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Happy Thursday
I was a machine last night. After my normal workday, I got home and did a 40 minute Insanity plyometric video. I was soaked from it! I hated it, but afterward I felt awesome. After that I crammed in a quick salad and then went to meet up with Lisa to play racquetball. I hadn't played that in years, and it showed. It took a good half hour for me to grasp it again, but towards the last 15 mins, I had it down. Now to do it more often so I can get better. I loved it!
Today, I'm really feeling it. My body is incredibly sore, but it's a good sore. After work tonight I'll do the next Insanity video. Hopefully this one is different enough so that I'm not working the same muscles. We'll see.
I'm excited for the weekend because Saturday day I get to see my friend Cherise and her new baby boy, whom I haven't met yet, for her daughter Lila's 2nd birthday. I can't wait to meet him! Then that night I get to hang out with friends who I haven't seen in weeks. It's going to be so much fun.
Here's hoping you all have a great weekend and stay safe!
Much Love,
-L-
Today, I'm really feeling it. My body is incredibly sore, but it's a good sore. After work tonight I'll do the next Insanity video. Hopefully this one is different enough so that I'm not working the same muscles. We'll see.
I'm excited for the weekend because Saturday day I get to see my friend Cherise and her new baby boy, whom I haven't met yet, for her daughter Lila's 2nd birthday. I can't wait to meet him! Then that night I get to hang out with friends who I haven't seen in weeks. It's going to be so much fun.
Here's hoping you all have a great weekend and stay safe!
Much Love,
-L-
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
The Ex Files
Last night's sleep was interrupted by dreams/nightmares of a few of my ex's. So, I thought I would send a few messages out there to them.
Firstly, I have an ex who has been cyberstalking me for years. He finds me every time I move. He used to call me, but now I have no home phone, so he cannot. C. T., you know who you are. I'm sending this plea out to the universe in the hopes that you'll get this. Please leave me alone. We dated when I was 13. I'm an adult now and I do not want to reconnect. Stop looking me up and showing up as searches for me. I get emails from these websites you visit looking for me. Stop and move on. Now, I know that sounds mean, but seriously, it's been 20 years. I've moved on.
The second ex I'd like to shout out to is my bud R. R. I'm so glad you and I have remained friends all these years. I know we were very young when we dated, but I wouldn't take back any of that time. I hope we stay friends for many years to come and I wish you much happiness.
Thirdly, J. K., this message is for you. We dated when I was a sophmore in highschool. He was probably the sweetest boyfriend I've ever had and my first adult love. I even still have the panda painting he did for me. J, wherever you are, I hope you are happy in your new life. You were a great guy and I wish you nothing but good vibes.
Lastly, E. C. T., We had a very rocky relationship for many years, which ended very badly. Recently, you came up in a conversation with some friends and I've been thinking about you. I just want to say to you that, while I hate the way things ended with us, I wish you and your wife a lifetime of happiness and I hope it is everything you were looking for. While it's no secret I'm not a fan of who you chose, I am glad that you're happy and hope you stay that way. Best of luck in your life. You really were a great guy, just not the great guy for me.
Ex files closed.
Firstly, I have an ex who has been cyberstalking me for years. He finds me every time I move. He used to call me, but now I have no home phone, so he cannot. C. T., you know who you are. I'm sending this plea out to the universe in the hopes that you'll get this. Please leave me alone. We dated when I was 13. I'm an adult now and I do not want to reconnect. Stop looking me up and showing up as searches for me. I get emails from these websites you visit looking for me. Stop and move on. Now, I know that sounds mean, but seriously, it's been 20 years. I've moved on.
The second ex I'd like to shout out to is my bud R. R. I'm so glad you and I have remained friends all these years. I know we were very young when we dated, but I wouldn't take back any of that time. I hope we stay friends for many years to come and I wish you much happiness.
Thirdly, J. K., this message is for you. We dated when I was a sophmore in highschool. He was probably the sweetest boyfriend I've ever had and my first adult love. I even still have the panda painting he did for me. J, wherever you are, I hope you are happy in your new life. You were a great guy and I wish you nothing but good vibes.
Lastly, E. C. T., We had a very rocky relationship for many years, which ended very badly. Recently, you came up in a conversation with some friends and I've been thinking about you. I just want to say to you that, while I hate the way things ended with us, I wish you and your wife a lifetime of happiness and I hope it is everything you were looking for. While it's no secret I'm not a fan of who you chose, I am glad that you're happy and hope you stay that way. Best of luck in your life. You really were a great guy, just not the great guy for me.
Ex files closed.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Home!!!
So, I was able to get a flight home from Dallas last night, despite the issues with hurricane Irene. I walked in the door around 1 am this morning. My beautiful kitties missed me so much, that they didn't let me sleep at all. Thankfully I get to take a comp day tomorrow, so I can take a couple of sleeping pills and go to bed early to try and get a normal day going tomorrow.
While I was away, my Insanity dvds came in the mail, so tomorrow I'm going to do the fit test and start the first workout. I know it's a very difficult program, but I think I can do it. If I could do P90X, I can do this. I'm not sure I'll be able to do it on the road with all the jumping, but we'll see.
Getting ready to watch The Wedding Date and then heading to bed early. I'm going to make the attempt this week to get up and 6 am and workout to start my day. I've tried doing this so many times and it never works, so hopefully tomorrow morning will be different.
Before I sign off, I want to send a small prayer out to those that have been impacted by the natural disasters this past week. I'm eternally grateful that my family in MD was able to stay safe.
While I was away, my Insanity dvds came in the mail, so tomorrow I'm going to do the fit test and start the first workout. I know it's a very difficult program, but I think I can do it. If I could do P90X, I can do this. I'm not sure I'll be able to do it on the road with all the jumping, but we'll see.
Getting ready to watch The Wedding Date and then heading to bed early. I'm going to make the attempt this week to get up and 6 am and workout to start my day. I've tried doing this so many times and it never works, so hopefully tomorrow morning will be different.
Before I sign off, I want to send a small prayer out to those that have been impacted by the natural disasters this past week. I'm eternally grateful that my family in MD was able to stay safe.
Friday, August 26, 2011
Hello from Dallas...
Anyway, I'm a little excited because tonight my Aunt Mia and Uncle John are driving here to meet up with me and have dinner. It's been a while since I've seen them and spent any time together. My Aunt Mia is one of my favorite people in this world. She's who I aspire to become. She's a successful woman in business as well as a wonderful wife and mother. I've got the career path down, or at least on a good track. Now, I'd like to find someone I could see spending the rest of my life with and starting a family. I know what you're thinking. Lucia is the girl that never wants to get married and have kids. Well, some things changed as I got older. The more I live, the more I want to share this life with someone. I don't even know if I'll get to be a Mom. And I don't know if I'll be a good one or not. I do know that I'm tired of living my life alone. I'm finally ready. I mean really ready. I don't know who my future husband will be yet. I just know I haven't met him. Hopefully soon he'll cross my path.
1 more day in Dallas and then I head home tomorrow night. I'm really hoping hurricane Irene doesn't delay my flight at all. And I really hope my brother and his family will be safe in MD. I'm praying for all of those that might be affected by this disaster that is about to happen. Be safe everyone.
-L-
Friday, July 1, 2011
Happy 4th of July weekend!
So, to the 2 people that read my blog, I'd love to say I hope you have a fabulously fun 4th of July weekend. Any big plans?
I have been invited to quite a few picnic/cookout events, but I gotta tell you. All I really want to do is get my house cleaned for next weekend's cookout and maybe get some yard work done. Being a homeowner can sometimes suck. When I had my condo, at least I never really had to do any real outdoor work. I've got weeds to pull and I'm sure the grass will need to be mowed before the weekend is up.
So, I decided I'd like to learn to plant a garden on the side of my house. I've never really been good at growing plants in or outdoors, but I'd like to give it a try after my cookout. I wonder what will grow this late in the summer season. Think about it...being able to walk outside and grab some fresh veggies and cook them immediately after being picked. Yumm!!! I bet I could at least plant some herbs and tomatoes. How much do those topsy turvy things cost? Do they work?
Well, enough rambling for now. Be safe. Don't drink and drive or shoot off fireworks. Here's to a fun and blood-free holiday weekend!
I have been invited to quite a few picnic/cookout events, but I gotta tell you. All I really want to do is get my house cleaned for next weekend's cookout and maybe get some yard work done. Being a homeowner can sometimes suck. When I had my condo, at least I never really had to do any real outdoor work. I've got weeds to pull and I'm sure the grass will need to be mowed before the weekend is up.
So, I decided I'd like to learn to plant a garden on the side of my house. I've never really been good at growing plants in or outdoors, but I'd like to give it a try after my cookout. I wonder what will grow this late in the summer season. Think about it...being able to walk outside and grab some fresh veggies and cook them immediately after being picked. Yumm!!! I bet I could at least plant some herbs and tomatoes. How much do those topsy turvy things cost? Do they work?
Well, enough rambling for now. Be safe. Don't drink and drive or shoot off fireworks. Here's to a fun and blood-free holiday weekend!
Thursday, June 30, 2011
July 21st, 2011 - TJ Day!!!
July 21st I will be performing my first tandem sky dive jump with my friend Patrick. We have a trade show to do in Wilmington, OH that weekend. So, the plan is to drive down early in the day, get the booth setup and then had an hour away and do the jump. A few friends are coming with us to watch and possibly photograph us. I really can't wait.
My friends and family think I've gone off the deep end. They all think I need a shrink. Well, I'll tell you what. I might, but I'd rather just jump. I can't wait to feel that free falling feeling in my tummy. In recent years I've really been wanting to try and do more exciting things like sky dive, bungee jump, white water rafting, and rock climbing. I just could never find anyone to do these things with. My friends won't do these things with me, or they say they will and never follow through. In my past relationships, the guys were just not that adventurous. So, now I finally have a friend that likes these crazy things.
So, I will post after the jump. I'm hoping to get a little video or pictures from it. For the cost, it should be included.
My friends and family think I've gone off the deep end. They all think I need a shrink. Well, I'll tell you what. I might, but I'd rather just jump. I can't wait to feel that free falling feeling in my tummy. In recent years I've really been wanting to try and do more exciting things like sky dive, bungee jump, white water rafting, and rock climbing. I just could never find anyone to do these things with. My friends won't do these things with me, or they say they will and never follow through. In my past relationships, the guys were just not that adventurous. So, now I finally have a friend that likes these crazy things.
So, I will post after the jump. I'm hoping to get a little video or pictures from it. For the cost, it should be included.
I need a ZA support group - Zumba Anonymous
Ha! So, I've recently discovered the Zumba workout dvds. After the first try I thought, there's no way I'll ever get this. I couldn't do the moves. I was tripping all over the place. But, I went back again and again and have now grown to really love it. It reminds me of when I was in my early 20's and I used to go clubbing in downtown Cleveland. I used to be a great little dancer.
So, a week and a half of doing this workout and I'm starting to see my hips move more. My big ol' belly is starting to shrink little by little. I really think this might be the part of my workout routine to really help me get back into a healthy shape and weight. So, to all you ladies out there that think you cannot do this, trust me, you can.
Zumba!!!
So, a week and a half of doing this workout and I'm starting to see my hips move more. My big ol' belly is starting to shrink little by little. I really think this might be the part of my workout routine to really help me get back into a healthy shape and weight. So, to all you ladies out there that think you cannot do this, trust me, you can.
Zumba!!!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Post 2011 Ambulance Chase
So, yesterday I decided I was done being upset about how crappy my first 5k of the season was. I put on my running shoes and headed out the door in my neighborhood for a walk/jog.
One thing you should know about me is that I have a real fear of running outside. I'm not a very coordinated person, so I've been very afraid that I'll slip in mud or trip on a crack or worst, just trip for no reason. I'm also afraid of people that live by me to see me run. I'm still very overweight and ashamed of my body, so I hate for people that know me to see that.
So, anyway, I went from my house, down Willowick Dr, and all the way to 305. Just that is a little over a mile and half. Then I turned around and came back home. I did almost a 5k, about 3.03 miles. I hit 4 red lights that I had to wait for and still made it back in 55 mins. I did 56 mins with the straight walk in the Ambulance Chase Sunday, so I improved my time greatly, in 1 day!
I felt so proud afterward. I am going to put the treadmill away for the summer, and focus on just running outside. Of course I'm going to cross train as well. Today I think will be some sort of strength training and then maybe a little kickboxing. I will lose this weight and get healthy again. I just need to stay focused.
Stay tuned for more updates...
One thing you should know about me is that I have a real fear of running outside. I'm not a very coordinated person, so I've been very afraid that I'll slip in mud or trip on a crack or worst, just trip for no reason. I'm also afraid of people that live by me to see me run. I'm still very overweight and ashamed of my body, so I hate for people that know me to see that.
So, anyway, I went from my house, down Willowick Dr, and all the way to 305. Just that is a little over a mile and half. Then I turned around and came back home. I did almost a 5k, about 3.03 miles. I hit 4 red lights that I had to wait for and still made it back in 55 mins. I did 56 mins with the straight walk in the Ambulance Chase Sunday, so I improved my time greatly, in 1 day!
I felt so proud afterward. I am going to put the treadmill away for the summer, and focus on just running outside. Of course I'm going to cross train as well. Today I think will be some sort of strength training and then maybe a little kickboxing. I will lose this weight and get healthy again. I just need to stay focused.
Stay tuned for more updates...
2011 Ambulance Chase
So, Sunday May 1st was the Lakewood Ambulance Chase 5k. This was to be my first one for the year, to kick off the season. Well, we arrived just as the race was starting, so we had to rush to get our papers. Once we got started, my friend and I decided to walk the race, since neither of us had trained much beforehand. Well, we got almost to the spot where the 2 mile mark was, and it was no longer there. We were in last and they had already started taking down the stations and cones. Then, when we reached the finish line, they were already taking that down too. What a crappy race team. The other race I was in last year at least waited until the last person crossed the finish line before taking things down. I felt like it was no big deal that I did this. I was really upset and disappointed. What a crappy day that was.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Today's Killer Workout
So, this morning I woke up in my hotel room in Green Bay, actually well rested for the first time in a while. I felt so good that I decided to quickly grab a banana and some coffee and do this workout I tried a year ago when I was a little smaller. Here's a link to it:
http://www.bodyrock.tv/2010/11/19/550-rep-fat-massacre/
I am a subscriber of Zuzana's workouts. I want to be able to do half the things she can. She's a couple years older than me, but so fit! She inspires me to keep up on my weight loss.
Anyway, I'll bet you're wondering how I did. Mind you I did all this in my hotel room at the Cambria Suites.
Here's my stats:
Just the workout 1-11 exercises took me about 36 mins. 40 mins in total with warmup and cool down. I burnt 338 calories. I actually did 550 reps! I couldn't do that a year ago. I'm so happy my body is getting stronger and hopefully soon it'll start looking leaner.
Warmup - walk in place and stretch for a few mins
1. Backward Lunge Kickup/25 reps each leg - Did them all with a little break in between.
2. Walkover Pushup/50 reps - So, I could only do 20 on my knees. At the end of the workout, I went back and did 30 regular pushups on my knees so I could get in all my reps.
3. Mountain Climbers/50 reps - Had to break a few times. Ouch!
4. Sumo squats with knee ups/50 reps - Had a mini break after 25.
5. 1 Leg bridge with leg lift/25 reps each leg - This one I couldn't keep the bridge up long. I ended up doing all 50 reps with just a 1 leg lift.
6. Side to side squat & leg lift/50 reps - no sweat...well actually, lots of sweat...
7. 1 Arm tricep pushup/25 reps each arm - I had to switch arms every 10 reps...but I did them all
8. Star crunch/50 reps - Only a couple breaks. I did them all!
9. Diagonal touch down/25 reps each side - This one was the easiest for me. No breaks.
10. Side plank lift/25 reps each side - I had to do this on one knee. Tough one for me.
11. One leg wall sit with leg lift/25 reps each leg - No problem.
All in all I did great. I can't believe it didn't take me an hour! Stay tuned for more progress. Now I'm off to go shower and get ready for day 1 of the Northeast Wisconsin Truck Expo.
http://www.bodyrock.tv/2010/11/19/550-rep-fat-massacre/
I am a subscriber of Zuzana's workouts. I want to be able to do half the things she can. She's a couple years older than me, but so fit! She inspires me to keep up on my weight loss.
Anyway, I'll bet you're wondering how I did. Mind you I did all this in my hotel room at the Cambria Suites.
Here's my stats:
Just the workout 1-11 exercises took me about 36 mins. 40 mins in total with warmup and cool down. I burnt 338 calories. I actually did 550 reps! I couldn't do that a year ago. I'm so happy my body is getting stronger and hopefully soon it'll start looking leaner.
Warmup - walk in place and stretch for a few mins
1. Backward Lunge Kickup/25 reps each leg - Did them all with a little break in between.
2. Walkover Pushup/50 reps - So, I could only do 20 on my knees. At the end of the workout, I went back and did 30 regular pushups on my knees so I could get in all my reps.
3. Mountain Climbers/50 reps - Had to break a few times. Ouch!
4. Sumo squats with knee ups/50 reps - Had a mini break after 25.
5. 1 Leg bridge with leg lift/25 reps each leg - This one I couldn't keep the bridge up long. I ended up doing all 50 reps with just a 1 leg lift.
6. Side to side squat & leg lift/50 reps - no sweat...well actually, lots of sweat...
7. 1 Arm tricep pushup/25 reps each arm - I had to switch arms every 10 reps...but I did them all
8. Star crunch/50 reps - Only a couple breaks. I did them all!
9. Diagonal touch down/25 reps each side - This one was the easiest for me. No breaks.
10. Side plank lift/25 reps each side - I had to do this on one knee. Tough one for me.
11. One leg wall sit with leg lift/25 reps each leg - No problem.
All in all I did great. I can't believe it didn't take me an hour! Stay tuned for more progress. Now I'm off to go shower and get ready for day 1 of the Northeast Wisconsin Truck Expo.
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