February 2012
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Which weird foods do you eat that other people...
Check out these strange food combos for a little inspiration:
Mashed potatoes and noodles with gravy.
Gravy and biscuits with grape jelly.
Peanut butter and mayo sandwiches.
Chocolate cake with pinto beans.
Hollowed-out pickles filled with ranch dressing and cheese.
Garlic bread topped with peanut butter and spaghetti.
Peanut butter and cucumber sandwiches.
Eggs with Spam and white rice....
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Love Breakfast
Making these tomorrow morning, for Valentine’s Day with my honey. Nom Nom
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Blake Shelton
There is something about this country boy that makes my heart go pitter patter. I just watch ‘The Voice’, so I can hear his pretty little voice. Sigh…
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Goals
I think my newest goal for weight loss, is to fit into a romper. I’m quite certain these particular articles of clothing were made for small babies, and babies only. Nevertheless, I want to wear one without looking like a umpa lumpa.
What do you think?
“Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all...”
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Catfish - the film
Catfish is a 2010 American documentary film, directed by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman, involving a young man being filmed by his brother and friend as he builds a romantic relationship with a young woman on the social networking website Facebook.
This movie wasn’t at all what I expected. I was a little thrown in the beginning, but I ended up laughing, and anticipating what would happen...
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“Of all the forces that make for a better world, none is more powerful than hope....”
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Dinner for two
Last night, I came home from the gym and a design appointment, to a table filled with flowers and all of my favorite things, such as A1 sauce, lemon juice, and more! Then, I turn to look in the dining room, and there are pillar candles and a bottle of Cabernet. Jim has planned a fancy dinner for two.
Menu:
Fillets with blue cheese mashed potatoes, and green beans. Followed by homemade lemon...
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HAPPY GROUNDHOG DAY
According to folklore, if it is cloudy when a groundhog emerges from its burrow on this day then spring will come early. If it is sunny, the groundhog will supposedly see its shadow and retreat back into its burrow, and the winter weather will continue for six more weeks.
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Happy February 2012
Fun February Facts
February starts on the same day of the week as March and November in common years, and on the same day of the week as August in leap years. February ends on the same day of the week as October every year and January in common years only. In leap years, it is the only month that ends on the same weekday it begins.
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January 2012
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Toast - Los Angeles →
Lately I have been thinking about Los Angeles. Even though I lived there nearly 10 years ago, I still feel like I can call it a home away from home. My roomie and absolute best friend, Ashley and I used to go the the BEST restaurant on 3rd Street in L.A. Not only did Toast Bakery Cafe serve the most refreshing iced coffee, but their red velvet cupcakes were to die for - Seriously. In addition to...
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“I hated every minute of training, but I said, don’t quit. Suffer now and...”
– Muhammad Ali
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Opening My Heart to the Fullness of Life
How long have you been living with the fear of being hurt? Being abandoned? Or, being rejected? What have these fears motivated you to do? More important, what have they motivated you not to do? When you live with the fear of being hurt, it is difficult to experience peace. When you hold back in fear of being abandoned, you will not find peace. When you move through life avoiding the fear of...
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Bikini Update
Good news to update about bikini season. I had my first re-measure with my trainer on Thursday, and here are the results:
- 3.49% body fat
- 1 ½” around hips
- 1 ½” around waist
- 3cm around arms
I guess it is working. Here’s to 3 more months of hard work!
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Bikini
I made the mistake of trying on a two piece swimsuit when I got home from work today. I did this because I am so excited about Mexico, that it is all I can think about. The problem is, however, that I need to lose about 20 pounds in 3 months. Is it possible? MAYBE. But most of the time, it doesn’t feel like it is. I get inspired by my trainer, photos, and overall healthy lifestyle - but the...
“I am beautiful. I am bountiful. I am blissful.”
– Yogi Tea
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“An attitude of gratitude brings opportunities.”
– Yogi Tea
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Why do I love Jim so much? Let me count the...
I turn on the television, and the State of the Union address is on. Jim looks at the television after hearing Obama’s voice, and says “F@&% You”.
I’m sorry - but that’s bloggable.
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MEXICO!!! →
Jim & I just booked a 7 day (much needed) vacation to Mexico. After a lot of searching, we found the perfect All-Inclusive Resort in Playa del Carmen! We are staying in the Grand Yucatan Princess Deluxe Suite. Check it out!
“Oh, Mexico It sounds so simple I just got to go The sun’s so hot I forgot to go home Guess I’ll have to go now”
~James Taylor
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“Think about your dreams for the future. If you think these dreams are possible,...”
– Quite a nice horoscope for me…
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“You are not judged by the height you have risen, but the depth you have climbed.”
– Frederick Douglass
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"Plank belly button pats"
I’m quite sure that is not the exact name of this move, but let me try to explain what my personal trainer puts me through, twice a week.
Everyone knows your basic plank, yes?
Imagine this position, and alternating between your right and left palm, patting your belly button (as quickly as you can, obviously).
Now, imagine doing this in 3 sets of 40, during circuit training… When...
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Increasing peaceful experiences in life
I will know peace when . . . I am willing to be peaceful.
Fighting to have your way does not increase your peace. Fighting others about their ways does not increase your peace. Refusing to acknowledge when you have made a mistake does not increase your peace. Going to extraordinary lengths to avoid making a mistake does not increase your peace. Refusing to acknowledge and embrace your...
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Hypo - what?
I was recently diagnosed with Hoshimoto’s Disease, Hypothyroidism, and Anemia. I have one friend that has been diagnosed with Hoshimoto’s Disease and HYPERthyroidism, and another that was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism & also battled thyroid cancer. We are all 30 years old.
I had an inkling that I had a thyroid issue from the symptoms I was suffering from: hair loss, fatigue, weight gain,...
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Looking back. . .
Today is the first day of 2012! I look forward to what this year will bring, but I have to thank 2011 for what it provided.
- On March 4th, I walked into a bar on a whim happy hour, and sat down next to the sexiest man I had ever talked to. The very next day, I texted my cousin Meg, “I found him.” And I sure did. After knowing each other for just 7 days, we jumped in the car and...
Happy 2012
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012!!!
We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year’s Day.
~Edith Lovejoy Pierce
December 2011
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The 10 Christmas Celebrations
Jim and I stayed busy this Christmas season with our 10 Christmas Celebrations. I am proud to say that we attended every family Christmas that we were invited to! But it took a little bit of effort!
1) Adelsberger Christmas in Tremont 12/03/11
2) Katie Lynn Christmas for Ben & Stella 12/20/11
3) Brown Family Christmas in Carlock 12/22/11
4) Grandma Brown & Clan (Jim’s...
