We all have our ideas of what "completion" means. We've all probably completed something, some task or goal, somewhere along the course of our lives.Some have completed undergrad, master's work, doctorate programs. Some complete projects, big and small, even daily to-do lists. Races, chores, papers, getting ready for a night out, dinner, reading a book. … Continue reading On being complete…
On hating my body….
It's been a year since I started my weight loss adventures.Here was my goal: lose 15lbs by April 20, 2009 in order to look amazing in "the Britney outfit."I started 'round about this time last year.Here were my tools: WeightWatchers online and Jillian Michaels 30DayShred (as well as some 10K training thrown in for good … Continue reading On hating my body….
On headcolds and misery…
At what point during the course of a cold does wine serve as a better medication that Robittuson?I think I have found that point.My nose is jammed full of nasty. I can't really hear that well. My head [still] feels like it's in a vice. Lips chapped. Coughing and sneezing are incessant.Yeah, I full on … Continue reading On headcolds and misery…
On re-living the past…
Ever have those moments where the past unexpectedly crops up?Does anyone have any idea what to do with those moments?When songs, people, places, thoughts, names, everything seems to remind you of the past?Sure, when the past memories are bad or painful, it's easy to know what to do with that. You just ignore, stifle, generally … Continue reading On re-living the past…
On resolutions…
So I haven't yet come up with anything in the way of a New Year's resolution, so in keeping with the theme of maintaining past resolutions, here are 5 things I've never done that I'll try to make happen in 2010:1. Graduate from college2. Learn to shoot a gun3. Roast a prime rib4. Buy a … Continue reading On resolutions…
On the year in review…
I suppose it's the time of year where reflecting is appropriate. So here goes.2009 presented itself rather challenging, but not without its heavy-duty "ups". Traveling proved to be my "thing" this year....I literally spanned the globe, most times with Todd, but made one solid trip with my girls (not all of them, but a solid … Continue reading On the year in review…
On Christmas Baking
This year, I went a little bonkers with the cookie making.To be completely honest, I've always gone a little bonkers, but this year was especially out-of-control.I usually choose four recipes to make, two of which are seasonal "standards": the perfected sugar cookie and my grandma's coconut macaroons that (apparently) only I am able to do … Continue reading On Christmas Baking
Beethoven’s Playlist
I've been guest posting on a new blog, Beethoven's Playlist, and you should read them!The first was a post about Christmas music and today's post included my thoughts on some current musical phenoms...Enjoy!
Somebody’s got a case of the Mondays…
Today started out fine, I guess. We both slept in a little bit, but I'd made the coffee last night so it was brewing by 6am. Just that extra little bit of sleep was nice.The whole morning really just went off with every amount of normalcy that it could. My drive to work was even … Continue reading Somebody’s got a case of the Mondays…
The Omnivore’s Dilemma…and my own
I know I talk about school a lot lately. Frankly, it's just one of few things that are at the forefront of my mind right now. Justifiably so, if you ask me. I have a countdown clock on my Facebook...I think I'm sitting at somewhere around 400 days left until December 11, 2010 when at … Continue reading The Omnivore’s Dilemma…and my own
Use. The. Clutch. 