Remember when there were no cell phones, no beepers, and call waiting was a luxury. You used to have to use emergency breakthrough's to get through to your friends or parents. Crazy! Anyway, this is an ER Breakthrough blog. I'm coming back from hiatus to share with you all that after 6 months & 24 days I finally got my period. Yes, I know, I may be sharing TMI but this is a big deal for me. Of course, it couldn't come at the worst time. I've got a crazy couple of days ahead but such is life I suppose. So, who's excited for me... yea didn't think so. Exciting and period should never be used in the same sentence.
Ok, back to hiatus status. I'm still reading all of your blogs so no worries! If you want to chat just shoot me an email...
nhayes05@gmail.com
Till my comeback tour... take care!
Friday, January 25, 2008
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Taking a Break
I'm taking a break from blogging for awhile. I do apologize to my fans but it's something I feel I need to do. Who knows, maybe i'll change my mind in a few days but right now i'm going on hiatus.
Take care!
Take care!
Monday, January 21, 2008
Anyone out there today??
Anyone out in blogland today? Or, am I the only poor shmuck working on a holiday. Probably the latter. There is no point to being in this office today. Both my bosses aren't here, 2 of our co-workers are out, which leaves a total of 4 people actually present and accounted for. Ugh - SLOOOWWWWW day. As if i'm not bored enough on a regular basis today is going to be especially bad.
Movie review time....
27 Dresses
FABULOUS! I loved it!!!! It was hilarious and those dresses - OMG! At one point in the movie she puts them all on and I don't think i've laughed so hard in a very long time. And, I love Judy Greer. She always has a supporting part (usually as the friend with a 'tude) but they are always great roles for her. She does them so well! Go see it!!! MUST!!!
Other than that - didn't really do a heck of a lot this weekend. Lot's of talking - the good, deep kind of conversations. Shopping, eating, drinking, laughing. Just took it easy.
Oh, and i've also decided i'm NEVER eating out again. Sarah & I looked up a ton of nutrition facts over the weekend and it was unbelievable. Even someplace like Panera Bread where you think you're eating "healthy" is loaded with fat and calories, including the salads! Forget Cold Stone Creamery. The average kids portion has about 600 calories in it... KIDS PORTION. I'd rather have two cheeseburgers from McDonalds at 310 calories a piece. Insane!!!
Somebody shoot me today. There's nothing to do.
Oh yea.... GOOOOOOOOOOOO GIANTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOOOHOOOO ONTO THE SUPERBOWL BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Movie review time....
27 Dresses
FABULOUS! I loved it!!!! It was hilarious and those dresses - OMG! At one point in the movie she puts them all on and I don't think i've laughed so hard in a very long time. And, I love Judy Greer. She always has a supporting part (usually as the friend with a 'tude) but they are always great roles for her. She does them so well! Go see it!!! MUST!!!
Other than that - didn't really do a heck of a lot this weekend. Lot's of talking - the good, deep kind of conversations. Shopping, eating, drinking, laughing. Just took it easy.
Oh, and i've also decided i'm NEVER eating out again. Sarah & I looked up a ton of nutrition facts over the weekend and it was unbelievable. Even someplace like Panera Bread where you think you're eating "healthy" is loaded with fat and calories, including the salads! Forget Cold Stone Creamery. The average kids portion has about 600 calories in it... KIDS PORTION. I'd rather have two cheeseburgers from McDonalds at 310 calories a piece. Insane!!!
Somebody shoot me today. There's nothing to do.
Oh yea.... GOOOOOOOOOOOO GIANTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOOOHOOOO ONTO THE SUPERBOWL BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday, January 17, 2008
What once was lost now is found
They found Sarah's cell phone!
There are millions of people and cab's in New York City and finding a lost cell phone is like finding a needle in a haystack. After leaving the gym last night I checked my phone and saw that this strange number had called. I listened to the voicemail and it was this girl letting me know that she found Sarah's cell phone in a cab that she had gotten into. Ok, so not only is the phone found but someone was nice enough to try to locate the owner. How awesome is she!?! Unfortunately, it needs to be picked up in Manhattan but all the more reason to make a trip out of it.
Love stories like that!
It's freezing out today and going to be even colder this weekend.
Stay warm!
There are millions of people and cab's in New York City and finding a lost cell phone is like finding a needle in a haystack. After leaving the gym last night I checked my phone and saw that this strange number had called. I listened to the voicemail and it was this girl letting me know that she found Sarah's cell phone in a cab that she had gotten into. Ok, so not only is the phone found but someone was nice enough to try to locate the owner. How awesome is she!?! Unfortunately, it needs to be picked up in Manhattan but all the more reason to make a trip out of it.
Love stories like that!
It's freezing out today and going to be even colder this weekend.
Stay warm!
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
NYC is a Windtunnel in the Winter
I took the day off of work yesterday with the intent of cleaning my apartment and doing laundry. I did the laundry but failed to clean the apartment. In fact, it looked worse when I brought the laundry home. And, that wasn't the only reason why I took off of work. I had a big night in the city planned so since I had to be home early anyway and our office has been DEAD I stayed home. It was perfect.
Let's start with Monday night though shall we....
Before I go off on my rant let me just say that I am an offender as well. I've been getting better but breaking the habit hasn't been easy. Cell phones at the dinner table - whether you're home or out it's unacceptable.... period. My husband is the biggest culprit of this. I feel like a mom when I lecture him and yell at him to turn his phone off. We were out last week with some friends of ours and he answered his phone right in the middle of dinner. I looked at him and said out loud so they could hear, "you are being RUDE. hang up that phone!" Then Monday night (his birthday) I took him out to dinner at this sushi restaurant called Wasabi in Somerville. Which, sidenote, I tried to be original and think of a place he had never been too. Nope, he had already been there. Oh well. Anyway, so I said in the car, "you are to turn your phone off at dinner and put it away." We haven't had a dinner date in forever so I wanted no distractions. Well, we sit down and he puts his phone on the table. So, I kindly remind him to put his phone away and after much resistance he finally does. I mean really... just ridiculous. It was bad enough when he had a Treo but now it's even worse with the iPhone. I almost regret getting it for him for Christmas. Other than that, dinner was good. The service at Wasabi was terrible but the drinks and food made up for it. Afterwards we just had a low-key night at home. Next year will be the big party for his 30th.
Now let's talk about yesterday...
During my trek to the laundrymat I fell and twisted my foot. I was able to walk on it but the part of my foot where the arch is feels bruised. I went to the gym anyway. I find that when I go by myself I don't work out nearly as hard as when Sarah comes with me. I did the eliptical (which i'm pretty certain was created by Satan) for 45 minutes yesterday. I was soaked by the time I was done but sweating like that always gives me a sense of accomplishment. Afterwards it was a mad rush to get ready to go into the city. On the agenda - NYC Ballet Romeo & Juliet at Lincoln Center and dessert at Serendipity.
We caught the 4:44pm train and made it up to Lincoln Center by 6pm. I could have SWORN there was a Houlihan's there which is where we planned on eating dinner. After walking in circles for 20 minutes around the blocks of Manhattan we settled on this pub type place right across the street from the theater. I have no idea what happened to the Houlihan's. It was there - I know it was! The ballet was AMAZING! The best interpretation of Romeo & Juliet i've ever seen. No words, just dance and it was powerful. You felt every emotion in every step. We had great seats too. 3rd ring center and on the aisle. Behind us though there were these young girls. Probably 19 or 20. Chewed gum the ENTIRE time. They were even blowing bubbles. I wanted to leap over my chair and shove the gum down there throats. I almost did during the second half. Once it was over we hopped in a cab and headed to the east side to go to Serendipity. Along the way we were goofing around in the cab and Sarah's phone must have dropped in the process because when we got to the restaurant her phone was gone. Dessert more than made up for the loss of her phone though. We split the "Can't Say No" Sundae which was Humble Pie (peanut butter with graham cracker crust), ice cream, hot fudge, banana's, and whipped cream. I mean... INSANELY good. We definitely couldn't finish the entire thing. The peanut butter was great but very rich.
We then walked up to Lexington Ave. and caught the N train back to 34th & Herald Square. Unfortunately the station was on the wrong corner because at the right spot under Herald Square you can walk all the way underground to Penn Station. Instead we again walked in the bitter cold to the station and caught the 11:30 train to Newark and then the 12:07 to Westfield. It was such a fun, adventurous, and in some ways relaxing evening.
Once we got home we stayed up way too late and had wine and watched tv. I'm on almost no sleep. I can't really complain because I did it to myself. Hahaha.
Today - well, i'm functioning at work and then going home and napping for an hour or so before heading to the gym. I'm determined to lose weight. I'm having the hardest time doing it. I'm working out more, I changed my diet, I'm increasing my metabolism and it's been nothing but heartache everytime I step on the scale. I'm hoping my new love/hate relationship with the eliptical will change all of that.
I need to look like i'm working.... peace out cub scouts
Let's start with Monday night though shall we....
Before I go off on my rant let me just say that I am an offender as well. I've been getting better but breaking the habit hasn't been easy. Cell phones at the dinner table - whether you're home or out it's unacceptable.... period. My husband is the biggest culprit of this. I feel like a mom when I lecture him and yell at him to turn his phone off. We were out last week with some friends of ours and he answered his phone right in the middle of dinner. I looked at him and said out loud so they could hear, "you are being RUDE. hang up that phone!" Then Monday night (his birthday) I took him out to dinner at this sushi restaurant called Wasabi in Somerville. Which, sidenote, I tried to be original and think of a place he had never been too. Nope, he had already been there. Oh well. Anyway, so I said in the car, "you are to turn your phone off at dinner and put it away." We haven't had a dinner date in forever so I wanted no distractions. Well, we sit down and he puts his phone on the table. So, I kindly remind him to put his phone away and after much resistance he finally does. I mean really... just ridiculous. It was bad enough when he had a Treo but now it's even worse with the iPhone. I almost regret getting it for him for Christmas. Other than that, dinner was good. The service at Wasabi was terrible but the drinks and food made up for it. Afterwards we just had a low-key night at home. Next year will be the big party for his 30th.
Now let's talk about yesterday...
During my trek to the laundrymat I fell and twisted my foot. I was able to walk on it but the part of my foot where the arch is feels bruised. I went to the gym anyway. I find that when I go by myself I don't work out nearly as hard as when Sarah comes with me. I did the eliptical (which i'm pretty certain was created by Satan) for 45 minutes yesterday. I was soaked by the time I was done but sweating like that always gives me a sense of accomplishment. Afterwards it was a mad rush to get ready to go into the city. On the agenda - NYC Ballet Romeo & Juliet at Lincoln Center and dessert at Serendipity.
We caught the 4:44pm train and made it up to Lincoln Center by 6pm. I could have SWORN there was a Houlihan's there which is where we planned on eating dinner. After walking in circles for 20 minutes around the blocks of Manhattan we settled on this pub type place right across the street from the theater. I have no idea what happened to the Houlihan's. It was there - I know it was! The ballet was AMAZING! The best interpretation of Romeo & Juliet i've ever seen. No words, just dance and it was powerful. You felt every emotion in every step. We had great seats too. 3rd ring center and on the aisle. Behind us though there were these young girls. Probably 19 or 20. Chewed gum the ENTIRE time. They were even blowing bubbles. I wanted to leap over my chair and shove the gum down there throats. I almost did during the second half. Once it was over we hopped in a cab and headed to the east side to go to Serendipity. Along the way we were goofing around in the cab and Sarah's phone must have dropped in the process because when we got to the restaurant her phone was gone. Dessert more than made up for the loss of her phone though. We split the "Can't Say No" Sundae which was Humble Pie (peanut butter with graham cracker crust), ice cream, hot fudge, banana's, and whipped cream. I mean... INSANELY good. We definitely couldn't finish the entire thing. The peanut butter was great but very rich.
We then walked up to Lexington Ave. and caught the N train back to 34th & Herald Square. Unfortunately the station was on the wrong corner because at the right spot under Herald Square you can walk all the way underground to Penn Station. Instead we again walked in the bitter cold to the station and caught the 11:30 train to Newark and then the 12:07 to Westfield. It was such a fun, adventurous, and in some ways relaxing evening.
Once we got home we stayed up way too late and had wine and watched tv. I'm on almost no sleep. I can't really complain because I did it to myself. Hahaha.
Today - well, i'm functioning at work and then going home and napping for an hour or so before heading to the gym. I'm determined to lose weight. I'm having the hardest time doing it. I'm working out more, I changed my diet, I'm increasing my metabolism and it's been nothing but heartache everytime I step on the scale. I'm hoping my new love/hate relationship with the eliptical will change all of that.
I need to look like i'm working.... peace out cub scouts
Monday, January 14, 2008
Somber Monday
Hey everyone...
Please pray for my friend Tricia and her husband Maurice. Tricia is in her mid 30's and has PCOS. The doctors told her when she was 18 that she probably wasn't going to be able to have children. Well, about 5 weeks ago she found out she was pregnant. 2 weeks ago she should have been about 8 1/2 weeks along and when she went for a vaginal ultrasound the doctor said she was only 4 1/2 weeks. In my mind I knew something wasn't right but the doctors said she was fine. Then last week she spotted on Wednesday and again the doctors brushed it off and said everything was fine. She finally was getting used to the idea of being pregnant and finally having a baby. It took her awhile to adjust because she was scared something was going to happen. Well, this morning she found out that she miscarried. It's completely heartbreaking. I could barely handle listening to her cry on the phone to me. So please pray for them! This is so tragic especially because for a brief moment they finally had something they never thought they could. Something they had always wanted. I don't know how they are going to get through this right now. I know they will but right now it's just awful.
Thanks
Please pray for my friend Tricia and her husband Maurice. Tricia is in her mid 30's and has PCOS. The doctors told her when she was 18 that she probably wasn't going to be able to have children. Well, about 5 weeks ago she found out she was pregnant. 2 weeks ago she should have been about 8 1/2 weeks along and when she went for a vaginal ultrasound the doctor said she was only 4 1/2 weeks. In my mind I knew something wasn't right but the doctors said she was fine. Then last week she spotted on Wednesday and again the doctors brushed it off and said everything was fine. She finally was getting used to the idea of being pregnant and finally having a baby. It took her awhile to adjust because she was scared something was going to happen. Well, this morning she found out that she miscarried. It's completely heartbreaking. I could barely handle listening to her cry on the phone to me. So please pray for them! This is so tragic especially because for a brief moment they finally had something they never thought they could. Something they had always wanted. I don't know how they are going to get through this right now. I know they will but right now it's just awful.
Thanks
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Today is the day that this man graced us with his earthly presence (no, not Jesus) - T Hayes
It's my wonderful husbands 29th birthday. He's getting old. Next year will be the big 3-0. So glad hit hits that mark before I do (hahaha). Wish him a happy birthday if you remember... tommy@redemptionstudios.com
Friday, January 11, 2008
"Nag, nag, nag - Wine, wine, wine"
Speaking of wine - I had way too much of it last night. I should have listened to Chrissy and stopped at glass #2. By glass #4 the room was in a complete tailspin, I had a phone conversation that I don't really remember the contents of, I wrote a sappy email (that thank goodness whatever sane part of me was left never sent), and then passed out. I definitely needed the sleep I just overestimated the amount of wine needed to do so.
But, the date was a success. Chrissy and I had a good time watching Celebrity Apprentice, eating dinner, and catching up. I enjoy low-key nights like that.
Today I don't really have anything on the agenda. I was planning on getting drinks with Nicole and Liz but after last night not sure I want to do that.
Oh, but I did book my flight this morning for St. Thomas. $292 round trip. YAYAYAYAY!!!
Ugh, i'm starting to feel the repercussions of the wine. My stomach is doing some not so good flip-flops.
I'm going shopping tonight for new running sneakers. When I run my left calf muscle tightens and burns like the firey pits of HELL. Last night was no exception. I actually couldn't walk on it for a few minutes once I got off the treadmill. I was told I needed new sneakers and to learn how to run properly. So, that's what i'm going to do.
Bye for now....
But, the date was a success. Chrissy and I had a good time watching Celebrity Apprentice, eating dinner, and catching up. I enjoy low-key nights like that.
Today I don't really have anything on the agenda. I was planning on getting drinks with Nicole and Liz but after last night not sure I want to do that.
Oh, but I did book my flight this morning for St. Thomas. $292 round trip. YAYAYAYAY!!!
Ugh, i'm starting to feel the repercussions of the wine. My stomach is doing some not so good flip-flops.
I'm going shopping tonight for new running sneakers. When I run my left calf muscle tightens and burns like the firey pits of HELL. Last night was no exception. I actually couldn't walk on it for a few minutes once I got off the treadmill. I was told I needed new sneakers and to learn how to run properly. So, that's what i'm going to do.
Bye for now....
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Countdown
I've added a vacation countdown meter to my blog. I plan on torturing myself until the day I leave by marking a wall like convicts do in their jail cell.
On the agenda the next couple of days:
Gym, gym, and gym
Dinner with Chrissy
Drinks with Liz & Nicole
Hanging with Sarah when she gets back from Vermont
Go see T Hayes play on Saturday night and see JayMar and the fiance there
Counseling
PJ day Sunday afternoon
That's what the next few days look like for me. Nothing too crazy. Next Tuesday I'm going to the NYC Ballet. Definitely looking forward to that. Romeo & Juliet at Lincoln Center.
Tired today. I've got this wicked post nasal drip going on that has been keeping me up at night. I don't have more than 4 hours of sleep in me right now.
On the agenda the next couple of days:
Gym, gym, and gym
Dinner with Chrissy
Drinks with Liz & Nicole
Hanging with Sarah when she gets back from Vermont
Go see T Hayes play on Saturday night and see JayMar and the fiance there
Counseling
PJ day Sunday afternoon
That's what the next few days look like for me. Nothing too crazy. Next Tuesday I'm going to the NYC Ballet. Definitely looking forward to that. Romeo & Juliet at Lincoln Center.
Tired today. I've got this wicked post nasal drip going on that has been keeping me up at night. I don't have more than 4 hours of sleep in me right now.
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
Anticipation
I'm very excited today! First of all - I slept last night. Had dinner with a friend of mine and then came home and passed out. It was much needed. I did wake up with laryngitis but other than that I feel great. But, the other reason why i'm excited is because in April I will be going here:
And here:
Those would be the islands of St. Thomas and St. John. I'm going the 4th through the 8th of April with Sarah, her brother John, his girlfriend Melissa, and their friend Jeremy. T Hayes isn't going because he just started a new job and well, honestly, I need the time to regroup and refresh by myself. This will be a bit challenging though because I'm terrified of flying. The first time I flew was two years ago and the longest flight was 2 hours. I'll be flying by myself on the 4th and it's a 4 hour flight. They're going the 2nd through the 8th but it's my 3 year anniversary on the 1st so I'm not going to go until the 3rd. Which means a solo flight to the island. But, it's time I conquer my fear. I might lose my mind but i'll be doing it while traveling to a tropical paradise. I'm not going to think this time or worry about anything (even money) - i'm just going to do it because I need to.
Talk about motivation to get through the next couple of months! It's also given me some motivation to make some more placements here at work.
On another note I have a hot date tomorrow with one Christina Marie. It's been awhile so it'll be much needed. Who knew living 20 minutes away from each other would seem like we live in different states. Dinner and Celebrity Apprentice await us!
Tonight, gym. Actually, gym is on the agenda from now until I can fit my rear end into a bathing suit for April.
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Zzzzzzz's
I may collapse from sleep deprivation. Definitely didn't sleep last night - I was up every hour or so staring at my clock. I have no idea why either because I was exhausted! When I rolled out of bed at 7:15am I stared into my bathroom mirror for 15 minutes debating on whether or not I should go to work. I lost the debate with myself so I'm at the office. My friend Tricia here walked by my desk a little while ago and said, "you need caffeine - it's 11:30 and you already look like your going to drop." And these people think I exaggerate when I say I struggle with insomnia.
I kicked my butt at the gym yesterday. I was so frustrated with myself because I've been eating healthier and have been working out consistently and I haven't lost 1 pound. When I stepped on the scale last night I was so angry. I almost walked out but instead I pushed myself that much harder. It's not like I have unrealistic goals either. I'm not looking to lose 10lbs in a week - just 1 or 2. I want a gradual weight loss. Ugh! So, sleep or no sleep i'll be back at the gym tonight.
This weather is giving me Spring Fever and it's not even the middle of January yet. Forgive me for saying this but I need the cold weather back. This is such a tease and it's making me want to do all the outdoor activities I do in the Spring but I can't because Spring is still a few months away. It sucks when it's 66 degrees at 4pm and it's pitch black outside.
I need SLEEP
I kicked my butt at the gym yesterday. I was so frustrated with myself because I've been eating healthier and have been working out consistently and I haven't lost 1 pound. When I stepped on the scale last night I was so angry. I almost walked out but instead I pushed myself that much harder. It's not like I have unrealistic goals either. I'm not looking to lose 10lbs in a week - just 1 or 2. I want a gradual weight loss. Ugh! So, sleep or no sleep i'll be back at the gym tonight.
This weather is giving me Spring Fever and it's not even the middle of January yet. Forgive me for saying this but I need the cold weather back. This is such a tease and it's making me want to do all the outdoor activities I do in the Spring but I can't because Spring is still a few months away. It sucks when it's 66 degrees at 4pm and it's pitch black outside.
I need SLEEP
Monday, January 7, 2008
List Making
I know... two posts in one day! Don't expect this kind of goodness on a regular basis if you read my blog. One of the conversation points on Saturday night was about plans that we may have had for our lives that have long since disappeared. It's definitely made me think over my hopes and dreams that I have had over the years. Then I read my friend's brothers blog and he's currently on a cross-country road trip. Talk about an experience. In honor of that and my thoughts over the last few days I thought I'd create a small list of things I want to do at some point in my life. In no particular order here they are...
1. See the Grand Canyon
2. Visit Europe (especially Italy)
3. Learn to play the piano
4. Cross the Mississippi River
5. Go on an Alaskan Cruise
6. Take a cross-country road trip - experience the U.S.
7. Camp in the desert
8. Visit the Amazon Rain Forest
9. Travel up to Cape Cod & Martha's Vineyard
10. Walk the beaches of Santorini
11. Go back to school - get my Masters Degree
12. Be a contestant on the Amazing Race (yes, this made the list because I would love to do what they do)
Those are just on my mind right now. The list is bigger in my head and will probably continue to grow. What does your list look like?
1. See the Grand Canyon
2. Visit Europe (especially Italy)
3. Learn to play the piano
4. Cross the Mississippi River
5. Go on an Alaskan Cruise
6. Take a cross-country road trip - experience the U.S.
7. Camp in the desert
8. Visit the Amazon Rain Forest
9. Travel up to Cape Cod & Martha's Vineyard
10. Walk the beaches of Santorini
11. Go back to school - get my Masters Degree
12. Be a contestant on the Amazing Race (yes, this made the list because I would love to do what they do)
Those are just on my mind right now. The list is bigger in my head and will probably continue to grow. What does your list look like?
New Week - New Look
I changed up my blog a bit. It needed something different (and I was bored). This weekend was fun and busy all at the same time. I don't feeling like devling into specifics but it included drinks with friends, a 3rd cousins 16th birthday party on Long Island, good conversation till 6 in the morning, draining counseling session, dinner & a movie with a friend, and even an abbreviated appearance at church. I will say this about the birthday party - my mom's family is all from New York. Mostly Brooklyn and Long Island and they're all Irish. The way New Yorkers celebrate parties isn't in a restaurant or a hall - it's either in a backyard or like Saturday an American Legion (or something of the sort albeit a VFW or a Knights of Columbus). So you can imagine 190 people, dressed up, drinking at an American Legion. Priceless!
Lots of thoughts i'm mulling over today. This will be a short post. Some of them I'll eventually share others I feel the need to keep to myself. Till next time...
Lots of thoughts i'm mulling over today. This will be a short post. Some of them I'll eventually share others I feel the need to keep to myself. Till next time...
Friday, January 4, 2008
P.S. I love You
After an hour and a half at the gym last night I went to see "P.S. I love You". I heard mixed reviews so I was eager to make my own - especially since i'm not much of a Hillary Swank fan. But I have to tell you... it was AMAZING. So good. First of all, the guy that plays her husband and Jeffrey Dean Morgan are H-O-T HOT. Even if the story was terrible I could have looked at them the entire movie and been just as happy. Second, the supporting actors were fantastic especially Lisa Kudrow. I forgot just how great she is. Third, the concept of the entire story was incredibly moving. The love story pulled on every heart string and by the end I was SOBBING! Definitely stirred up all sorts of emotions and that's what a good movie does. I could have done without Harry Conick Jr. in the movie. He's got a storyline which goes along with what Hillary Swank needs to go through but it was the only thing I probably didn't like all that much although he is really funny in this role. And, kudos to Hillary Swank - she actually made me enjoy her in the movie. So, GO SEE IT! I'd see it again definitely!!
It's Friday and I'm very excited. I don't have anything going on but it's just nice to be able to sleep in tomorrow.
I'd also like to add that Britney Spears is just CRAZY! What is wrong with that girl?!?! Not even a week into the new year and she's gotten herself into more trouble than ever before. Geez! Someone please put her out of her misery.
It's Friday and I'm very excited. I don't have anything going on but it's just nice to be able to sleep in tomorrow.
I'd also like to add that Britney Spears is just CRAZY! What is wrong with that girl?!?! Not even a week into the new year and she's gotten herself into more trouble than ever before. Geez! Someone please put her out of her misery.
Thursday, January 3, 2008
CDL
I've become a calorie counter. Not in an obsessive way but enough to hopefully create an impact in my "healthier lifestyle". I'm straying from the "D" word since there's usually no long term stay in it. So this morning I decided to look up the nutritional values of my favorite Starbucks drinks.
Grande 2% Peppermint Mocha - 400 Calories
Tall 2% Peppermint Mocha - 250 Calories
Still not good enough for me so now i'm back to an old favorite with a twist...
Tall "skinny" no whip Cinnamon Dolce Late - 160 Calories. That I can live with.
I also have my Cardio Funk class tonight. An hour of this little black woman kicking my rear end to crazy techno music. I almost passed out last week - i'm hoping for better results tonight. Maybe lasting more than a half-hour before wanting to jump off the roof.
Ooooo, and Celebrity Apprentice tonight. I haven't been this excited for an Apprentice since the end of the 3rd season. Which, by the way, only adds to the ridiculousness of my addiction to TV. Let me list the shows I currently watch and/or DVR
America's Next Top Model
Crowned (the mom/daughter pageant show)
What Not to Wear
The Amazing Race
Project Runway
Extreme Home Makeover
Grey's Anatomy
Top Chef
Army Wives
CSI: Miami
The Biggest Loser
Celebrity Apprentice
Iron Chef America
Tim Gunn's Guide to Style
Make Me a Supermodel
Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane
I mean... I can go on and on. It's so absurd - I need help! LOL!!
It's the coldest day here in the Tri-State area. I think it's about 22 degrees with a windchill in the negatives. Like i've stated before - I don't believe in Global Warming especially with weather like this. My bathing suit still stays nice and tucked into my dresser until about June/July.
Alright... almost the weekend
Grande 2% Peppermint Mocha - 400 Calories
Tall 2% Peppermint Mocha - 250 Calories
Still not good enough for me so now i'm back to an old favorite with a twist...
Tall "skinny" no whip Cinnamon Dolce Late - 160 Calories. That I can live with.
I also have my Cardio Funk class tonight. An hour of this little black woman kicking my rear end to crazy techno music. I almost passed out last week - i'm hoping for better results tonight. Maybe lasting more than a half-hour before wanting to jump off the roof.
Ooooo, and Celebrity Apprentice tonight. I haven't been this excited for an Apprentice since the end of the 3rd season. Which, by the way, only adds to the ridiculousness of my addiction to TV. Let me list the shows I currently watch and/or DVR
America's Next Top Model
Crowned (the mom/daughter pageant show)
What Not to Wear
The Amazing Race
Project Runway
Extreme Home Makeover
Grey's Anatomy
Top Chef
Army Wives
CSI: Miami
The Biggest Loser
Celebrity Apprentice
Iron Chef America
Tim Gunn's Guide to Style
Make Me a Supermodel
Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane
I mean... I can go on and on. It's so absurd - I need help! LOL!!
It's the coldest day here in the Tri-State area. I think it's about 22 degrees with a windchill in the negatives. Like i've stated before - I don't believe in Global Warming especially with weather like this. My bathing suit still stays nice and tucked into my dresser until about June/July.
Alright... almost the weekend
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Hello 2008
It's officially 2008 and I have to say this year was the most amazing New Year's Eve ever! If I could party like that every NYE it would become my favorite pseudo-holiday (because, let's be honest, it's not really a real holiday). Here are some pictures...
From L to R - The Penn Club all decked out, Rebecca & Chris dancing the Jive (that's Sarah's stepsister and her fiance), Rebecca Chris Sarah & Jon dancing the Waltz, Sarah & Jon (her brother), Me Sarah & Melissa (Jon's girlfriend), My shoes, Me & Sarah, Tommy & Jon, A few of the gang toasting, Me & Tommy, and finally Sarah & her Mom.
From L to R - The Penn Club all decked out, Rebecca & Chris dancing the Jive (that's Sarah's stepsister and her fiance), Rebecca Chris Sarah & Jon dancing the Waltz, Sarah & Jon (her brother), Me Sarah & Melissa (Jon's girlfriend), My shoes, Me & Sarah, Tommy & Jon, A few of the gang toasting, Me & Tommy, and finally Sarah & her Mom.
Just such a fantastic time!!! So sad i'm back to work though. It was so nice having almost 2 weeks off. The best part was that I didn't really do much. I do have two movie reviews -Atonement & National Treasure 2. Atonement was PHENOMENAL! Such a gut wrenching movie. Definitely not lighthearted but an amazing story - well written, well acted, and just overall well done. National Treasure 2 was fun. Part 1 had more of a story line but 2 was definitely more action packed. Both are worthy to see in theaters - especially Atonement. I'll be adding more to this post later. Have to run for now..............
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Ok, back - time for a little reflection since it is the beginning of 2008. A few days ago I pulled out an old journal. Last year, at this time, I was at a much different place. I never make New Year's Resolutions and at the request of what now is a past friendship I made them at the beginning of 2007. I recall the phrase, "becareful what you wish for (or pray for)". My resolutions were more of a request for a transformation in my life - my marriage, jobs, friends, family, health, etc. At the beginning of last year I had direction. I knew where I wanted to go and what I wanted to accomplish. Too bad my plans weren't His plans. I experienced transformation and continue to experience it - just not in the way that I was expecting. I was brought to the places of some of my worst fears and heartache. Financial difficulty, my marriage in complete disarray, broken friendships, health problems, death. I started 2007 closer to God than I have ever been and I ended 2007 further from God than I have ever been. I know this year serves a very real purpose - I know what i've gone through and continue to go through serves a very real purpose. I'm not the same person I was- good and bad. In the midst of it I was blessed with some amazing friendships as some old ones ended, I was given closure in a very painful area of my life, and I've become more aware of my heart which is a very big deal for me. No resolutions for me in 2008. This year has already started with the best moment and the worst moment for me. If that's any indication than I know I still have a long road ahead - another long year and more transformation to be done. But, I know I don't struggle in vain and i'm holding onto the hope even though it seems so dim sometimes. So I welcome 2008 and all it has to offer.
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