Saturday, November 20, 2010
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Ten on Tuesday
1. What is your favorite breakfast pastry?
A cheese bagel with cream cheese. They sell amazing cheese bagels in St. Louis and I will definitely be eating a few while I am up there for the holidays.
2. Were you ever in a Thanksgiving or Christmas play?
I was an angel in a few Christmas Eve services when I was younger. But deep down inside I wanted to play Mary. The sole reason was that I could wear a pretty, blue veil.
3. What is your favorite clothing accessory?
Scarves and a statement heel. I am a shoe kinda gal.
4. What is your favorite item of clothing?
I got two long-sleeved striped shirts for $2.99 at Old navy and I love them! I wish I bought two more in solid colors.
5. What is your favorite color and why?
Yellow because it is a joyful color.
6. What is your favorite type of Christmas cookie?
My mother-in-law has a platter of a variety of cookies every year for Christmas. It's incredible and I would love to do that one year. One of her cookies that I love are snowballs.
7. What is your favorite scent (food, perfume/lotion)
Juicy Couture perfume. Eric got it for me when we were dating as a gift on our first Valentine's day together.
8. What is your favorite household cleaner? Comet, it's cheap and cleans pretty much all surfaces.
9. When you were a kid what did you want to be when you grew up? And what did you actually grow up to be?
I always wanted to be a teacher. I loved playing school and I would force my siblings to be my students. When they refused I would use my stuffed animals. My parents had to buy me 2 chalk boards, I broke the first one trying to hang it on my wall by myself.
I am actually living my dream and loving it. I get to be a real teacher to 14 four year olds.
10. What is the last song or album you bought?
Taylor Swift; Speak Now. I am so happy Eric got it for me and it was only $3.99. Eric and finding deals...I love it!
A cheese bagel with cream cheese. They sell amazing cheese bagels in St. Louis and I will definitely be eating a few while I am up there for the holidays.
2. Were you ever in a Thanksgiving or Christmas play?
I was an angel in a few Christmas Eve services when I was younger. But deep down inside I wanted to play Mary. The sole reason was that I could wear a pretty, blue veil.
3. What is your favorite clothing accessory?
Scarves and a statement heel. I am a shoe kinda gal.
4. What is your favorite item of clothing?
I got two long-sleeved striped shirts for $2.99 at Old navy and I love them! I wish I bought two more in solid colors.
5. What is your favorite color and why?
Yellow because it is a joyful color.
6. What is your favorite type of Christmas cookie?
My mother-in-law has a platter of a variety of cookies every year for Christmas. It's incredible and I would love to do that one year. One of her cookies that I love are snowballs.
7. What is your favorite scent (food, perfume/lotion)
Juicy Couture perfume. Eric got it for me when we were dating as a gift on our first Valentine's day together.
8. What is your favorite household cleaner? Comet, it's cheap and cleans pretty much all surfaces.
9. When you were a kid what did you want to be when you grew up? And what did you actually grow up to be?
I always wanted to be a teacher. I loved playing school and I would force my siblings to be my students. When they refused I would use my stuffed animals. My parents had to buy me 2 chalk boards, I broke the first one trying to hang it on my wall by myself.
I am actually living my dream and loving it. I get to be a real teacher to 14 four year olds.
10. What is the last song or album you bought?
Taylor Swift; Speak Now. I am so happy Eric got it for me and it was only $3.99. Eric and finding deals...I love it!
Monday, October 11, 2010
Ten on Tuesday
1. What does your work out schedule look like?
Monday: Step n' Sculpt
Tuesday: Power Hour (boot camp)
Wednesday: Body Sculpt
Thursday: Cardio Funk
Saturday: Pilates
2. What is your favorite machine to use at the gym?
I don't usually use any machines because I do all my work outs in classes. I do however, prefer the stationary bike. I enjoy reading while I ride, because it keeps my concentration on the book, not on the number of miles.
3. What is your favorite class to take at the gym?
I look forward to Thursdays when I can dance my heart out at cardio funk. My instructor is a dance teacher, so I feel like I am taking an intense dance class instead of working out for an hour.
4. Where do you shop for work out gear and clothing?
Which ever place has a sale on their work out clothes. I really like aerie and would love to get all my clothes from there but they're pricey.
5. If you can’t go to the gym, do you have a favorite outdoor activity?
Does cleaning the house count? I can definitely work up a sweat when I sweep, mop, and vacuum. Scrubbing the shower can produce some arm muscles too.
6. What about a favorite work out DVD? If so, please share!
I personally cannot work out at home. I am easily distracted and will tend to not push myself while working out with a DVD. I did however get 30 Day Shred, it's a great DVD and I highly recommend it.
7. Are you more active now or when you were in high school?
Definitely more active now. In high school I didn't see it as something I should do to stay healthy. I also had the mind set that working out was a chore and the only reason to do is to loose weight.
I really think having a gym membership with great classes motivates me to go. A huge plus is it's an all women's gym. No creepy guys checking me out while I exercise.
8. How has your dieting/working out philosophy changed since high school?
Work out to be healthy, not to lose weight. Work out to feel good, not just to look good. Working out can be fun!
9. What do you do while working out– (i.e., day dream, read, listen to music, gab with a friend)? Listen to the instructor and do my best to give it my all. And there are times where they play a great song so I will sing along in my head.
10. What working out resolution would you like to make for yourself this year?
Try more spin classes. I have been to one and let's just say...ouch!
I would like to start running and walking outside more and enjoy the outdoors while I exercise.
Monday: Step n' Sculpt
Tuesday: Power Hour (boot camp)
Wednesday: Body Sculpt
Thursday: Cardio Funk
Saturday: Pilates
2. What is your favorite machine to use at the gym?
I don't usually use any machines because I do all my work outs in classes. I do however, prefer the stationary bike. I enjoy reading while I ride, because it keeps my concentration on the book, not on the number of miles.
3. What is your favorite class to take at the gym?
I look forward to Thursdays when I can dance my heart out at cardio funk. My instructor is a dance teacher, so I feel like I am taking an intense dance class instead of working out for an hour.
4. Where do you shop for work out gear and clothing?
Which ever place has a sale on their work out clothes. I really like aerie and would love to get all my clothes from there but they're pricey.
5. If you can’t go to the gym, do you have a favorite outdoor activity?
Does cleaning the house count? I can definitely work up a sweat when I sweep, mop, and vacuum. Scrubbing the shower can produce some arm muscles too.
6. What about a favorite work out DVD? If so, please share!
I personally cannot work out at home. I am easily distracted and will tend to not push myself while working out with a DVD. I did however get 30 Day Shred, it's a great DVD and I highly recommend it.
7. Are you more active now or when you were in high school?
Definitely more active now. In high school I didn't see it as something I should do to stay healthy. I also had the mind set that working out was a chore and the only reason to do is to loose weight.
I really think having a gym membership with great classes motivates me to go. A huge plus is it's an all women's gym. No creepy guys checking me out while I exercise.
8. How has your dieting/working out philosophy changed since high school?
Work out to be healthy, not to lose weight. Work out to feel good, not just to look good. Working out can be fun!
9. What do you do while working out– (i.e., day dream, read, listen to music, gab with a friend)? Listen to the instructor and do my best to give it my all. And there are times where they play a great song so I will sing along in my head.
10. What working out resolution would you like to make for yourself this year?
Try more spin classes. I have been to one and let's just say...ouch!
I would like to start running and walking outside more and enjoy the outdoors while I exercise.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
7 Quick Takes
1. Today is October 1st and I will be celebrating it with my best friend, Bridget. We plan to do everything halloweenish...yes I made that a word.
We will enjoy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, watch scary movies (Bridget will watch, I will be squinting my eyes and closing my ears) and maybe carve a pumpkin.
2. Since it is October...duh, they're are so many scary movie previews on the tv. I can't stand it! Every time they come on I hum to myself loudly until I press mute so I won't hear the tormenting sounds. I close my eyes and wait about 30 seconds and then cautiously pry open my eyes in hopes it is all over.
3. Did I say I wanted to watch scary movies today...ekkkk!
4. I will be enjoying this on Saturday!
Hey Cupcake just came out with their new flavor, pumkinator.
Pumpkinator: Graham Cracker Cream Cheese Top, Pumpkin Spice Cake
They are releasing this flavor today!
5. This year I will be sewing my Halloween costume. I need some ideas folks!
6. I love Glee...there I said it.
7. Last month I planned our meals for the month. I had no idea it would not only save us money, but also bring more joy in making all the meals.
We will enjoy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, watch scary movies (Bridget will watch, I will be squinting my eyes and closing my ears) and maybe carve a pumpkin.
2. Since it is October...duh, they're are so many scary movie previews on the tv. I can't stand it! Every time they come on I hum to myself loudly until I press mute so I won't hear the tormenting sounds. I close my eyes and wait about 30 seconds and then cautiously pry open my eyes in hopes it is all over.
3. Did I say I wanted to watch scary movies today...ekkkk!
4. I will be enjoying this on Saturday!
Hey Cupcake just came out with their new flavor, pumkinator.
Pumpkinator: Graham Cracker Cream Cheese Top, Pumpkin Spice Cake
They are releasing this flavor today!
5. This year I will be sewing my Halloween costume. I need some ideas folks!
6. I love Glee...there I said it.
7. Last month I planned our meals for the month. I had no idea it would not only save us money, but also bring more joy in making all the meals.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Oh the Joy of Laughing Babies!
About a month a go I went back to my hometown and got to visit my sister, Leslee and one of my closest friends, Molly. They both have sweet baby boys that are a month apart. I got to capture one of my favorite things in the world, babies giggling.
Enjoy these videos of the two boys and I hope it is what I like to call, a little slice of heaven for you.
Brett
Jack
Enjoy these videos of the two boys and I hope it is what I like to call, a little slice of heaven for you.
Brett
Jack
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Sing it Sara!
This is one of my new favorite songs that is playing on the radio. I love it, especially the clapping part. I hope you like it too and the get the urge to get up and dance your heart out.
Sara Bareilles- King of Anything
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Ten on Tuesday
I couldn't pass up the “Ten on Tuesday” this week.
Directions: For each of the following, take a picture. This is a chance for us to get a literal glimpse into each other’s lives. Feel free to skip a question if it doesn’t apply to you or it’s too personal. You can include explanations if necessary.
1. Your House
2. Your Shower
I am not so fond of our shower at all, but I do like our guest bathroom for the sole reason that I really like the shower curtain.
3. The inside of your refrigerator
4. Your Pet
Eric and I are allergic to cats, dogs, rabbits, gerbils...basically every animal.
5. Your favorite pair of shoes
I don't get to wear them as much as I would want to, but they are my faves!
6. The most comfortable seat in your house.
7. Your favorite cup or coffee mug.
8. Your laundry room.
9. The view from your office chair.
You can see a my "office" cair on the left corner. My view is not too shabby.
10. Your spouse/significant other/roommate.
Directions: For each of the following, take a picture. This is a chance for us to get a literal glimpse into each other’s lives. Feel free to skip a question if it doesn’t apply to you or it’s too personal. You can include explanations if necessary.
1. Your House
2. Your Shower
I am not so fond of our shower at all, but I do like our guest bathroom for the sole reason that I really like the shower curtain.
3. The inside of your refrigerator
4. Your Pet
Eric and I are allergic to cats, dogs, rabbits, gerbils...basically every animal.
5. Your favorite pair of shoes
I don't get to wear them as much as I would want to, but they are my faves!
6. The most comfortable seat in your house.
7. Your favorite cup or coffee mug.
8. Your laundry room.
9. The view from your office chair.
You can see a my "office" cair on the left corner. My view is not too shabby.
10. Your spouse/significant other/roommate.
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