Blurbs... Thoughts.... Semi-Consciousness

I have a major work event tomorrow. Like, huge.

Where a lot could go wrong.

And, I have to spend a nice chunk of the day in the presence of BSG.... Thanks a lot, FD.

Is it Sunday, yet?

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This week has been a workout FAIL, FAIL, FAIL.

I started having allergy issues on Friday. By Saturday night, I couldn't breathe through my nose, was feeling heavy in my lungs, and had to sleep on the couch all propped up. By Monday, I was in full blown sinus infection. Tuesday, I went to the Dr and came out with a ZPack, allergy meds, and something for the nasty fever blister I'd developed on my lip.

My nights have consisted of Neti Pot and a bunch of sleep.

As of now, I'm still snotty (gross) but it's manageable, my voice is slightly hoarse but on the mend, and my fever blister is 3/4 healed. Here's hoping for full recovery in the next 36 hours.

Why I even bothered to set workout goals for myself is beyond me.

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I love Grey's Anatomy. Like, it's so good this season.

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Beyond preparing for our major work event, things have been INSANE all of 2013 the past couple of weeks .

Last week, we had several different events. This week, we had one event in the office.

Three of them included celebrities.....

Tracy Lawerence

Brantley Gilbert

Sheryl Crow...... YES.... Sheryl Crow.

Random Thursday: Pet Peeves

I've been slightly out of it, lately.... Or, I feel like I've been slightly out of it.
However, this week's edition of Random Thursday was up my alley.....

Pet Peeves.......
Hearing People Chew - It. Drives. Me. Insane. I can't stand loud chewers.
"I Could Care Less." - I fight myself not to correct them. It is COULDN'T care less.
Rubbing Pages - When someone has a book or stack of papers, it makes me cringe when they rub the paper between their fingers before turning the page.
The "Walk Into A Room While Starting A Conversation Regardless Of The Fact That A Conversation May Already Be In Progress" - My family and my coworkers are pretty horrible about this. I may be the only one who experiences it more often than not. A couple weeks ago, my intern timed it.... within 15 minutes, SEVEN people entered my office mid-sentence, completely interrupting the conversation actually happening in my office. We never actually finished a conversation and I got so annoyed that I just stopped talking to everyone.
I have others, but those are the four that come to mind.

Operation 30

I originally had a cheesy "Toning Up Tuesday" title. Then, it hit me.... I want to lose 30 lbs before I turn 30. Use that cheesy title, instead.

Last Week's Workouts:

Sunday - Walked for an hour

Thursday - Walked for 50 minutes

Saturday - Walked for 50 minutes


So, I exercised three times. I earn a "C" in the exercise department. Could have done worse, but could have done better.


Let's make some goals for this week......

1) Workout at least 5 times.
2) Complete Week 3 of the Couch 2 5K

Sunday Social

1. What is one movie you are terrified to watch?

That new Halle Berry and Abigail Breslin movie. Scares the crap out of me.

2. What is one TV show you have always wanted to get into but haven't yet?

Parenthood.... It looks good. I like a lot of the actors in it. Just can't get into it.

3. What is one daring activity on your bucket list?

Zip-lining through the rainforest.

4. Would you ever travel alone?

Probably. I don't know that I could do a long trip without at least meeting up with friends.

5. What activities do you like to do alone?

Watch movies (so I don't feel bad if the other person hates it)

Read (a bit of a duh)

Weight Cycle

Yesterday, I was having a short little email convo with Jess and I became extremely annoyed with myself.

If you have been reading long enough, you are fairly familiar with my weight-loss journey. Over several years, I've lost 100+ lbs. It has taken a lot of starts and stops.... a lot of hard work.... and a lot of commitment (though, sometimes, that commitment wasn't always there).

Last Summer, I was at my lowest weight ever.... a whopping 120 lbs from my highest weight. And, I still had about 15 more that I wanted to lose to be at my goal.

Then, Fall happened. A lot of things came into play, but the short end of it is that I managed to gain about 10-15 lbs (depends on the week, really). And, it's still there.

And, I'm super annoyed with myself, because I *KNOW* what I need to do. I've been tracking my points very well for the past two weeks, but I *KNOW* I need more. In order to lose weight, I have to work out no less than 4-5 times a week. That is all there is to it.

I worked out twice last week. Not going to cut it.

I worked out on Sunday, but didn't yesterday and won't today (I have to work until 9pm tonight and didn't get up early to do it). Basically, I know that I need to go hard for the rest of the week.

I'm seriously annoyed with myself. Again, I know what I need to do. I want to do it, but I don't.

I want to lose 30 lbs by August 1st. Five months.

That is do-able. It won't be easy, but it is do-able.

One of my best friends is getting married on August 3rd.

I turn 30 on August 25th.

I'm going on a cruise on August 31st.

This needs to happen.

And, I need accountability. So, here's my declaration........

Every single Tuesday, from now until then, I HAVE to post my workouts.

When I do well, I need a virtual pat on the back.

When I don't do well, I need a virtual kick in the behind.

Anyone up for the job? 

Monday Madness

Happy Monday, Everyone!

I just saw this and wanted to share...... Scentsy is offering 40% off of their Campus Collection Warmers (while supplies last) this month. I got several of my family members their favorite team warmers for Christmas and they were an absolute hit.

No, really, they loved them. We are mainly a Gator family, so I ended up buying three of those.... Plus, one FSU and one Auburn. I had a couple guys in my family that were sad they didn't have their own.

The really cool thing is that a portion of the proceeds of the warmer goes back to the school!!

If you are interested in checking them out, you can peruse my page here!

Also, if you've ever considered selling Scentsy, I would love to talk with you. It is a great way to earn extra money! Feel free to email me with any questions!

Sunday Social: Top 5's

  1. 5 songs you'll listen to the rest of your life 1. "Let Go" by Frou Frou 2. "Love This Pain" by Lady Antebellum 3. "Good Life" by OneRepublic 4. "Hey Soul Sister" by Train 5. "Out Of My Mind" by Colbie Caillat
2. 5 things on your bucket list 1. Travel Italy 2. Get Married 3. Visit Hawaii 4. Go Whitewater Rafting 5. Go Ziplining through a rainforest
  3. 5 celebs you'd love to hang out with for a day 1. Carrie Underwood 2. Taylor Swift 3. Reese Witherspoon 4. Tim Tebow 5. George Clooney
  4. 5 things you always carry in your purse 1. iPhone 2. Wallet 3. Car Keys 4. Gum 5. Chapstick
  5. 5 books on your reading list 1. Gone With The Wind (currently reading)   Well, that's really the only one I'm focusing on, right now.  
  6. Share the last five pictures on your phone My interns working the mailroom last Friday for our Radiothon.....  

 

 

 

View from the stage during a tech rehearsal, for an event at work on Thursday...

 

 

 

Irelynne with her ducky cup....

 

 

 

Lydie-Lu and I snuggling after her nap on Friday.....

 

 

 

This morning, while walking my neighborhood, I saw this...... little tents for your plants....