hmmm, ok so I didn't PLAN to spend my day on the couch, but that is where I am. Don't ask me how I hurt my back..but oh boy did I ever. So, with limited movement...i have been forced to fore-go the daily duties that usually beg my attention. Therefore the blessing in disguise is how much I can get done just sitting here.
For one, I already started working toward next week's deadline...that deserves a woot woot!! Edited a few pictures and worked on a few writing pieces.
I actually talked on the phone (thanks kristin!!) and just kinda have some time to hang out with my littlest man and watch a movie. I admit it's hard to sit still, but at the same time...not much i can do about it so I am enjoying some things I usually don't sit still to enjoy.
Painted toenails (for no other reason than because I can)
The beginning of a new novel
mindless channel flipping
guilt-free couch sitting
extra quiet time devos!
a few more children's books
blog stalking
sketched a few marketing ideas
ignoring laundry
ignoring dishes
extra snuggle time
just a few things while I sit here :)
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
a lil before and after
It's what happens when I get snowed in. I dedicate one wall to J$ (pronounced Jay-money) just in case. Let's just go back to the original name shall we? And, the room is not done, but it was a start :)The colors were a little hard to come up with, oh well. They are on there now!
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Resolution or Revolution
I have a like/hate relationship with the whole New-Year's-resolution...gonna-set-big goals-for myself-in-the-new-year..type of thing. Like a guy in our Bible Study said... "New Year's resolution? Big woop. When you actually DO IT, then that's something to blog about." ha! Perhaps slightly cynical...but kinda true. Maybe we should set an End of the Year Revolution...looking back and saying..yup..mission accomplished.
I understand the concept...and though for the most part I try to be positive...resolutions leave me feeling "eh." Maybe it's because once I set out to do something, I aim to finish it or else it drives me crazy...there are negatives to that as well. SO I have a harder time with people who SAY they will do something...then don't. :) Though I have been guilty of such myself!
And seeing as how I am rambling... one common resolution is to lose weight. Oddly enough I received a trial magazine in the mail and it is one I would never choose to read or buy, but an article caught my eye about a woman who lost 150 pounds.
YIKES! But she was patient and diligent and she did it. She highlighted a few concepts that I thought were humorous but probably pretty effective.
SO!! For those of you who are poised to lose a few pounds this year... these were a few of her concepts:
1. Eat with chopsticks. (Ya gotta eat slower!)
2. Not every meal has to be a feast for the taste buds. Food is fuel...treat it as such.
3. If you mess up, don't vow to do better next week, vow to do better with the very next meal!!
4. You just gotta do it. People overcome trials every day. Get your butt off the couch and just do it. Mind over matter 90% of the time.
5. You are not a saint. If you are out with the girls, well enjoy a drink, enjoy a small dessert, but ladies...a banana split sundae followed by 2 glasses of wine and bread rolls with dinner...is not a treat. It's derailment!
6. Set a goal to run in a 5k ( erika i can hear your applause). or walk it! Pick a program (so many are out there - but for the ambitious i say p90x or Insanity) and for goodness sake..STOP WEIGHING YOURSELF! Pick a pair of pants ya wanna fit in and aim to try them on at the end of every month!
Ok, I think I'm done ;) and for those thinking and praying about the goals I shared with you ;) Here's to revolution baby!
I understand the concept...and though for the most part I try to be positive...resolutions leave me feeling "eh." Maybe it's because once I set out to do something, I aim to finish it or else it drives me crazy...there are negatives to that as well. SO I have a harder time with people who SAY they will do something...then don't. :) Though I have been guilty of such myself!
And seeing as how I am rambling... one common resolution is to lose weight. Oddly enough I received a trial magazine in the mail and it is one I would never choose to read or buy, but an article caught my eye about a woman who lost 150 pounds.
YIKES! But she was patient and diligent and she did it. She highlighted a few concepts that I thought were humorous but probably pretty effective.
SO!! For those of you who are poised to lose a few pounds this year... these were a few of her concepts:
1. Eat with chopsticks. (Ya gotta eat slower!)
2. Not every meal has to be a feast for the taste buds. Food is fuel...treat it as such.
3. If you mess up, don't vow to do better next week, vow to do better with the very next meal!!
4. You just gotta do it. People overcome trials every day. Get your butt off the couch and just do it. Mind over matter 90% of the time.
5. You are not a saint. If you are out with the girls, well enjoy a drink, enjoy a small dessert, but ladies...a banana split sundae followed by 2 glasses of wine and bread rolls with dinner...is not a treat. It's derailment!
6. Set a goal to run in a 5k ( erika i can hear your applause). or walk it! Pick a program (so many are out there - but for the ambitious i say p90x or Insanity) and for goodness sake..STOP WEIGHING YOURSELF! Pick a pair of pants ya wanna fit in and aim to try them on at the end of every month!
Ok, I think I'm done ;) and for those thinking and praying about the goals I shared with you ;) Here's to revolution baby!
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
So many things!!
So many things on my mind and so many projects underway I can scarcely keep up with myself. I have unleashed on a few people and they know my objectives, my goals and my excitement for some things I am jumping into...
However, the other day I was by myself and I had a chance to just drive and take pictures. It was nice, relaxing and I took my time. I realize I am not alone very often. Between family, friends, children, work, church and school...there are very few moments alone. I have come to love those moments though. I used to think if I was alone I was missing out on something as if everyone else was out there doing something and with someone and I was missing out. I don't think that anymore. Obviously, I can't do everything all the time (though I still might try). There is something replenishing, thought provoking and creative-inducing about that time...by myself!
However, the other day I was by myself and I had a chance to just drive and take pictures. It was nice, relaxing and I took my time. I realize I am not alone very often. Between family, friends, children, work, church and school...there are very few moments alone. I have come to love those moments though. I used to think if I was alone I was missing out on something as if everyone else was out there doing something and with someone and I was missing out. I don't think that anymore. Obviously, I can't do everything all the time (though I still might try). There is something replenishing, thought provoking and creative-inducing about that time...by myself!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Great Expectations (Still not the novel) part II
So...if you expect nothing from anyone you will never be disappointed? That was the question I got after the last post about expectations.
It's a nice thought. But it's still untrue. Of course you have to have a little balance with this concept I guess. You have to expect certain things from people.. but once again you are still in the driver's seat.
For one, I expect the teams I coach to be dedicated, focused and handle their time management responsibilities..however, I am somewhat responsible in make sure they are enabled to accomplish these things.
I expect my children to show respect...once again, something I have a hand in creating. I expect my good friends not to walk up and punch me in the face :). If they do...I suppose I should choose new friends! So, there will always be a certain level of expectation for people. I guess my point was, don't make YOUR expectations so high or so off course for someone that you are angry at them when they fall short.
Friends change loyalties, family members can be hurtful and children are imperfect...as we all are :)
So, checks and balance on that issue I guess.
Just a thought.
It's a nice thought. But it's still untrue. Of course you have to have a little balance with this concept I guess. You have to expect certain things from people.. but once again you are still in the driver's seat.
For one, I expect the teams I coach to be dedicated, focused and handle their time management responsibilities..however, I am somewhat responsible in make sure they are enabled to accomplish these things.
I expect my children to show respect...once again, something I have a hand in creating. I expect my good friends not to walk up and punch me in the face :). If they do...I suppose I should choose new friends! So, there will always be a certain level of expectation for people. I guess my point was, don't make YOUR expectations so high or so off course for someone that you are angry at them when they fall short.
Friends change loyalties, family members can be hurtful and children are imperfect...as we all are :)
So, checks and balance on that issue I guess.
Just a thought.
Monday, January 10, 2011
my thoughts; his thoughts
Andrew and his thoughts...often leave me scrambling for answers. But today his thoughts were simply just that..thoughts.
He told me today he loved where we lived.
His thoughts : "Look at the sky, it's like a volcano erupted colors all over it."
My thoughts: I've seen many sunsets and never thought of it like that :)
He told me today he loved where we lived.
His thoughts : "Look at the sky, it's like a volcano erupted colors all over it."
My thoughts: I've seen many sunsets and never thought of it like that :)
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