Well, I can't seem to find the boost I need to keep up with my blog, but I do want to share two great blogs that will help you keep up with your healthy lifestyle!
Fit Chick in the City
and
Skinny Runner
I spent all weekend reading their posts all the way back to January! Both blogs are encouraging and helpful! I enjoyed every moment and can't get enough of their posts! I would like to say that my running keeps me from posting, but I don't log near the miles these ladies do!
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Finishing Unfinsihed Projects
Well, today and tomorrow are my final days of Spring Break... therefore, I decided to work on some unfinished projects that have been ongoing with out any progress. One of those projects is fixing up my small collection of license plates. Each plate has meaning to me KJL is my married initials, Michigan is where my father grew up, Colorado is important b/c my grandfather has a cabin there and we spend a lot of time up there, and finally a Texas farm truck plate due to the fact my husband and I were "Ag" kids in the FFA growing up.
Dilemma - I can't decide if the ribbon is too long on them or if this is just "new" to me and weird looking. Next, finish spray painting my bookcase for the piles of books that lay around my side of the bed.
Monday, February 21, 2011
Friday no Saturday no Sunday no Monday Five
Ha, so I was attempting to make this post on Friday and next thing I knew the weekend flew by. So instead of Random Five Friday it has now turned into Random Five Monday...
1. Make You Smile Project
My mother in-law had surgery therefore I set out to make her another flower arrangement in a coffee mug that matches her previous one, this time with carnations (that's her fav flower).
2. Rant and Rav
So, I don't usually post about make-up, but I really feel ripped off on this new mascara that I picked up in purple. It is by the same company that I love their Define-a-Lash (green tube), because I have really long eyelashes and therefore do not need much for my eyelashes. However, stay way from their "Falsies" just leaves my eyelashes chunky.
3. Just finished a fun book...
I started reading the Sky is Everywhere after it was suggested by Olivia Carter from Gnome Sweet Gnome, she has an awesome book list called Year of Books to check out! I really enjoyed this book which had a different kind of love triangle going on, lots of emotions, and also brings out your creative side/thinking.
4. Finished an Eating Challenge
I tried this 7-day eating plan called Eat to Loose Pounds to rev up my metabolism and I am very proud to report I DID IT! It felt really good to be able to resist LOTS of temptations, especially on V-day! I stuck to it lost a few pounds as a bonus, but gained so much confidence in my determination to eat healthy everyday. I no longer like the word "diet", but enjoy the challenge of eating healthier choices to make my body run like a machine ; )
5. 2nd 5k of 2011
Another challenge I want to try to tackle this year is at least 1 5k per month for the year. I just started running these at the end of last year (2 total) and have become addicted! NO I don't just LOVE running, but I have learned to enjoy the challenge. "Quitting is forever, pain is temporary!" So, I ran one in Jan. in Houston, this weekend I will be running one in Fort Worth, signed up for one in Tyler for March, and look forward to running the Blue Bell race in April! 2 down 10 more to go!
1. Make You Smile Project
My mother in-law had surgery therefore I set out to make her another flower arrangement in a coffee mug that matches her previous one, this time with carnations (that's her fav flower).
2. Rant and Rav
3. Just finished a fun book...
4. Finished an Eating Challenge
I tried this 7-day eating plan called Eat to Loose Pounds to rev up my metabolism and I am very proud to report I DID IT! It felt really good to be able to resist LOTS of temptations, especially on V-day! I stuck to it lost a few pounds as a bonus, but gained so much confidence in my determination to eat healthy everyday. I no longer like the word "diet", but enjoy the challenge of eating healthier choices to make my body run like a machine ; )
5. 2nd 5k of 2011
Another challenge I want to try to tackle this year is at least 1 5k per month for the year. I just started running these at the end of last year (2 total) and have become addicted! NO I don't just LOVE running, but I have learned to enjoy the challenge. "Quitting is forever, pain is temporary!" So, I ran one in Jan. in Houston, this weekend I will be running one in Fort Worth, signed up for one in Tyler for March, and look forward to running the Blue Bell race in April! 2 down 10 more to go!
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Coupons! Coupons! Coupons!
Just got back from Walmart and saved 15 dollars in coupons... these websites are easy to use and do not require membership!
Red Plum Coupons
Smart Source Coupons
Coupons.com
One of my goals lately is to get back into coupons and not buying things just b/c I have a coupon... but instead finding coupons for what I know I normally purchase. Well, so far this goal has bee successfully lets see if eating better will be!
Red Plum Coupons
Smart Source Coupons
Coupons.com
One of my goals lately is to get back into coupons and not buying things just b/c I have a coupon... but instead finding coupons for what I know I normally purchase. Well, so far this goal has bee successfully lets see if eating better will be!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Inspiring Article by Charles Stanley
http://www.intouch.org/magazine/content/topic/intimacy_with_god
Great article to keep our minds focused on who/what matters the most!
Sticking to the devotional book... "The One Year... Women's Friendship Devotional" with my friend Amanda! We are miles apart, but through commitment to this challenge and Facebook we have been able to daily find time for Him!
Great article to keep our minds focused on who/what matters the most!
Sticking to the devotional book... "The One Year... Women's Friendship Devotional" with my friend Amanda! We are miles apart, but through commitment to this challenge and Facebook we have been able to daily find time for Him!
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Truly an amazing concept taking pictures of...
By: Eric Holubow
rundown buildings that still show their beauty.
Check out the story on Yahoo!
Enjoying my first day of Christmas Break!
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Monday, November 22, 2010
Admiration
Admiration - as I have said before I have been very busy with many different events happening in my life. One that has taken me awhile to talk about is that of a good friend of mine had to head back over to Afghanistan for his second tour of duty. He left close to the end of September and had to say goodbye to his wife of one year. She is one of my best, dear friends and all I can say about her is how I admire her strength. We went with them and their families to see him off at the airport... it was one of those life changing moments to see all the families, loved ones saying good bye to their soldiers for the year.
I am truly grateful for both of their friendships and know that this will get better... each day leads to one more closer to him coming home. One thing that has stuck with me is that her and his family all asked me to take care of her... I am at lost to how I can help. I try to find ways to keep her busy, but I know that nothing could make this situation better. The only answer I have is prayers lots of prayers. They are both truly an inspiration and a great example of how we should not take our relationships for granted!
I also caught this article and this story is truly inspiring... I admire this woman's strength to forgive and to let go. She has taken something that most people can't imagine and let it bring her strength instead of letting the pain consume her. I hope these two stories give you hope through out your day...
I am truly grateful for both of their friendships and know that this will get better... each day leads to one more closer to him coming home. One thing that has stuck with me is that her and his family all asked me to take care of her... I am at lost to how I can help. I try to find ways to keep her busy, but I know that nothing could make this situation better. The only answer I have is prayers lots of prayers. They are both truly an inspiration and a great example of how we should not take our relationships for granted!
I also caught this article and this story is truly inspiring... I admire this woman's strength to forgive and to let go. She has taken something that most people can't imagine and let it bring her strength instead of letting the pain consume her. I hope these two stories give you hope through out your day...
Remember what your thankful for even when it is not Thanksgiving season : )
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