Despite sleeping well last night, I didn't wake up and go to the gym. Instead, I tried to take it a bit easier - I got ready for the stupid bridal show, went to the ATM, put gas in my car, you know...the daily crap that always gets in the way of life. At the moment, I am waiting for my mother to arrive. I will not be letting her in. My place is that cluttered right now. I have teaching stuff EVERYWHERE!
I decided what to do with some of the extra kitchen stuff. I am going to put all of it in the teacher lounge at work. I am tired of looking at stacks of dishes, and the teachers never have enough plates and silverware in the lounge, anyway.
I wish my mid-winter break at work and spring break at school coincided. I would love to be able to get the hell out of Michigan for a while. Jeremy and I could have flown somewhere warm.
I will be hitting the gym later this evening. I am considering going to during Simpson's time. I'm sure there will be on at least one of the sets.
Sunday, February 24, 2008
quiet time
Some random thoughts...
1. I like that banks are FINALLY trying to disguise checks when they send them. They now look like packages from cigarette companies. I find it strange that I know what cigarette companies send, considering I am very much against smoking.
2. I imagine how distraught I will be the day one of my cats dies. I don't know how I will keep from doing something stupid.
3. I do not have many secrets, but I do have a few that could change my life drastically if I divulged them. Some better, some worse.
4. I think the rest of my life will fluctuate between contentment and being miserable. I don't see a lot of middle ground.
5. Sudafed lowers my heart rate a great deal. I was having trouble sustaining a good aerobic heart rate while exercising at the gym tonight.
6. I have no idea who I would like to see as our next president.
7. I haven't done anything teaching-related all week! I have so much to do tomorrow.
8. I hate that my mother is dragging me to yet another bridal show on Sunday morning. I'd rather be working out - and I don't like working out and exercising all that much.
9. My place is drafty.
10. I am a terrible house-keeper lately.
11. I want to throw my couch in the dumpster.
12. The rattling component in my dryer stopped moving tonight. I keep checking to see if everything is done.
13. I gained back all of the weight I lost last year. I can't wait until the weather turns warm again. I want to hit the trails again with my bike. I really don't like the hamster-in-a-wheel approach to fitness. I can understand going to the gym for machines and weights, but I HATE jogging/walking/climbing stairs/biking on machines.
14. I would bet money that most of my senior English students haven't done anything for their test on Tuesday.
15. I have to order more items for my classroom - that is, if I don't leave the school for another job.
16. I really want the job in TC. That would make my life so much better. I'd be living near the water and forest. I'd be so much happier! Except for the fact my family is around here and my closest friends are here, as well. I couldn't go out with the Mikes or with Maureen regularly. Mondays with Mike V. wouldn't be a possibility at all. He might move to Chicago, anyway. His girlfriend is moving in about a week, and I'm sure he is considering a move, too.
17. I should go to bed. I have to wake up early and work out. Then I am going to a bridal show. Then I have all of my planning and grading to do. I then have a presentation to plan, as well as three papers. I think I will be okay, though.
1. I like that banks are FINALLY trying to disguise checks when they send them. They now look like packages from cigarette companies. I find it strange that I know what cigarette companies send, considering I am very much against smoking.
2. I imagine how distraught I will be the day one of my cats dies. I don't know how I will keep from doing something stupid.
3. I do not have many secrets, but I do have a few that could change my life drastically if I divulged them. Some better, some worse.
4. I think the rest of my life will fluctuate between contentment and being miserable. I don't see a lot of middle ground.
5. Sudafed lowers my heart rate a great deal. I was having trouble sustaining a good aerobic heart rate while exercising at the gym tonight.
6. I have no idea who I would like to see as our next president.
7. I haven't done anything teaching-related all week! I have so much to do tomorrow.
8. I hate that my mother is dragging me to yet another bridal show on Sunday morning. I'd rather be working out - and I don't like working out and exercising all that much.
9. My place is drafty.
10. I am a terrible house-keeper lately.
11. I want to throw my couch in the dumpster.
12. The rattling component in my dryer stopped moving tonight. I keep checking to see if everything is done.
13. I gained back all of the weight I lost last year. I can't wait until the weather turns warm again. I want to hit the trails again with my bike. I really don't like the hamster-in-a-wheel approach to fitness. I can understand going to the gym for machines and weights, but I HATE jogging/walking/climbing stairs/biking on machines.
14. I would bet money that most of my senior English students haven't done anything for their test on Tuesday.
15. I have to order more items for my classroom - that is, if I don't leave the school for another job.
16. I really want the job in TC. That would make my life so much better. I'd be living near the water and forest. I'd be so much happier! Except for the fact my family is around here and my closest friends are here, as well. I couldn't go out with the Mikes or with Maureen regularly. Mondays with Mike V. wouldn't be a possibility at all. He might move to Chicago, anyway. His girlfriend is moving in about a week, and I'm sure he is considering a move, too.
17. I should go to bed. I have to wake up early and work out. Then I am going to a bridal show. Then I have all of my planning and grading to do. I then have a presentation to plan, as well as three papers. I think I will be okay, though.
Monday, February 18, 2008
humbling
I met with my personal trainer today. Now that was a humbling experience. I kept a good pace with the cardio stuff, but strength-wise - I got nothing! I couldn't even do a full push-up properly (damn those old teachers who always said "Do a girl push-up!" I should have never listened to you!!!). I am not very flexible, which shouldn't be a surprise as I haven't done yoga in quite some time. My former instructors would be so disappointed in me.
So, Jeremy and I really hit the gym today. I did forty or so minutes of cardio and I started with some machines (I am thinking I should focus on building some strength again - that way I can follow through with some of the different programs more easily). I didn't attend the class I wanted tonight, as I didn't get my homework done as quickly as I had planned (I suppose I can write my three remaining papers tomorrow during the day).
I am happy to have this week-long vacation right now. I was a bit frazzled.
So, Jeremy and I really hit the gym today. I did forty or so minutes of cardio and I started with some machines (I am thinking I should focus on building some strength again - that way I can follow through with some of the different programs more easily). I didn't attend the class I wanted tonight, as I didn't get my homework done as quickly as I had planned (I suppose I can write my three remaining papers tomorrow during the day).
I am happy to have this week-long vacation right now. I was a bit frazzled.
Sunday, February 03, 2008
Drunk again
I've missed this feeling.
If only I could feel this way at work. I am better with alcohol. I am laughing at Family Guy - a show I really don't enjoy while sober.
I have to get to bed soon. School tomorrow. Plus, I have a job to apply for - AND - I have a paper to write. It's nice to just take a night off, though, to relax and break away from routine.
Now, I am watching Scrubs. Life is good.
I need to call about several houses this week, as well as several reception halls.
If only I could feel this way at work. I am better with alcohol. I am laughing at Family Guy - a show I really don't enjoy while sober.
I have to get to bed soon. School tomorrow. Plus, I have a job to apply for - AND - I have a paper to write. It's nice to just take a night off, though, to relax and break away from routine.
Now, I am watching Scrubs. Life is good.
I need to call about several houses this week, as well as several reception halls.
Friday, February 01, 2008
Thursday
On Thursday, I helped Mike H. with his photo shoot. I really miss photography. I think I will enroll in a program at a community college after I finish my Master's degree.
Snow Day!
I am so glad that I didn't hop in the shower when my alarm sounded this morning. It's a snow day, and I am going back to bed! Or maybe I'll start my day with The X-Files right now.
Sunday, January 27, 2008
busy, busy, busy
Having contracted a cold a couple of weeks ago, I now find myself struggling to pull everything together. I haven't been cleaning my place the way I like to, mostly because I am already struggling to breathe. I've been trying to rest and not overwork myself. Yesterday, I took a break from everything - I didn't worry about homework, I chose not to obsess over making the bed perfectly, I went out to dinner with Melissa (Thanks, Melissa! The margarita was excellent!), and I watched more of The X-Files, Season 3, with Jeremy (when he returned from helping his father dismantle the old office in their house).
The goal yesterday was to enjoy life. The goal today is to complete everything for the week, including massive reading assignments, a plan for an upcoming presentation, a short paper, laundry (I can get that done before 5 PM, I think), clean, clean, clean, watch more X-Files, play music, call a few friends, go for a walk AND ride my exercise bike, and go to bed early (I am still quite sleep deprived).
I should go. The litter box won't clean itself.
The goal yesterday was to enjoy life. The goal today is to complete everything for the week, including massive reading assignments, a plan for an upcoming presentation, a short paper, laundry (I can get that done before 5 PM, I think), clean, clean, clean, watch more X-Files, play music, call a few friends, go for a walk AND ride my exercise bike, and go to bed early (I am still quite sleep deprived).
I should go. The litter box won't clean itself.
Monday, January 14, 2008
balance
Many of those nagging thoughts/insecurities/curiosities that were really taking over my life seemed to have subsided. I hope this isn't temporary. I rather like feeling like I am in control of my emotions and imagination.
My classes are going well. I especially like my Harry Potter course, although my other course seems to be something I will not hate all that much - it's theory, people...what else can I do but hate it?
School is okay. I still have to type the final draft of the German 1 exam. My English 12 students are all set. I have my grading mostly complete.
Mike V. called today. He had a voice lesson, but he still wanted to meet in Ann Arbor. I suggested we wait until things aren't so hectic (maybe the weekend - or, at least, Thursday). He also thought that was a good idea. Although Mike and I always have a blast in A2, there is simply too much going on right now. He said he should really spend some time with his girlfriend, anyway, considering she is stressed over her upcoming move to Chicago in March. And I have all kinds of homework and schoolwork. It was nice that we talked, though. I love that we are so routined.
Mondays seem to be Talk-to-Mike days. Does anyone else have this sort of thing with their friends?
My classes are going well. I especially like my Harry Potter course, although my other course seems to be something I will not hate all that much - it's theory, people...what else can I do but hate it?
School is okay. I still have to type the final draft of the German 1 exam. My English 12 students are all set. I have my grading mostly complete.
Mike V. called today. He had a voice lesson, but he still wanted to meet in Ann Arbor. I suggested we wait until things aren't so hectic (maybe the weekend - or, at least, Thursday). He also thought that was a good idea. Although Mike and I always have a blast in A2, there is simply too much going on right now. He said he should really spend some time with his girlfriend, anyway, considering she is stressed over her upcoming move to Chicago in March. And I have all kinds of homework and schoolwork. It was nice that we talked, though. I love that we are so routined.
Mondays seem to be Talk-to-Mike days. Does anyone else have this sort of thing with their friends?
Saturday, January 12, 2008
worse
It is worse to feel alone that to truly be alone. I wish Jeremy could finish his training early and come home. Everything feels empty without him.
Friday, January 11, 2008
Sunday, January 06, 2008
A different kind of Mike.
Today (er, yesterday?), Mike K. and Noelle came over for a visit. It was nice to have yet another Mike visit my place. Usually Mike A. comes over. Mike V. has been over once (we typically meet in Ann Arbor). Mike (Autumn's husband) has been here several times. There have been other Mikes, too.
Anyway...we sat and shared our stories. I was surprised that Mike hasn't really changed much. On the phone, he doesn't come across that way. In person, he seems to want to make things almost larger than life. I don't mean that he exaggerates; I mean that events that shaped him in high school have now become a major part of his world view. I suppose I had forgotten how intense his personality can be. It was a nice visit, nonetheless. Noelle was quiet. She and I can usually talk up a storm, but it seemed that she was slinking into the shadow of Mike. I didn't like seeing that. There should always be a balance. I couldn't see it. I hope everything is okay. Noelle says that things are fine, but I worry. She is my fraternity "brother" from college. We used to hang out a bit on campus back in the day. I knew her before her first marriage. I was there when things went sour, and she had to leave him behind. Mike was busy idealizing high school, and I realized that while my behaviors and certain patterns are still there, I don't think the way I used to. I guess I thought everyone changed the way I did. I didn't expect for Mike to tell me that I should go find my Dorothy costume (he told me that when he saw me wearing that costume in 1995, he started to like me). Who says that in front of their spouse!?! Or the woman's fiance!?!
When they left, Jeremy was quiet. I immediately became worried, because Jeremy is a regular Chatty Cathy. He said that he is surprised how normal I am. He has met a number of my friends, and is often surprised that I am the way I am - a little eccentric but relatively mainstream normal (at least in what I display to the world). This is not to say that my friends are freaks or anything - most of them aren't. Some, though, are a bit out there. I do have friends who: opt to cross dress, opt to be Goth, opt to wear costumes, opt to cover themselves with tattoos and piercings, opt to live "alternative lifestyles", opt to be nudists, opt to take drugs (although I usually don't spend a lot of time with those folks), opt to grow thick beards and live in the wilderness, opt to go to Star Trek conventions (and wear Spock ears and pins outside of the events), opt to live "on the road", opt to live in communes, opt to designate days at home where they are only allowed to speak in lines by certain authors and poets (I am intrigued by this!), opt to attend psychic fairs and Renaissance festivals (yes, I used to spend a lot of time with those people), opt to be political activists, and more. I also have what Jeremy would call "normal" friends - people who go to school/college, go to work a standard job, meet friends and barbecue stuff, etc. I think he was just a bit bothered that we had a convicted felon in our home today for several hours. Seeing as Jeremy's bachelor's degree is in criminal justice and political science, I can understand how his perspective on life might not be aligned with our guest's.
It wasn't uncomfortable or anything. Jeremy just didn't expect someone coming over to our home, boasting about all of the people he had beaten up over the years, how he joined a hippie community in the Florida wilderness, how he used to like me when we were teenagers. I think that last part made Jeremy the most uncomfortable. And even more so when he learned that Mike also had a thing with my sister. That was actually one reason I never dated Mike - he kissed my sister. Strange notion. Ah, anyway...I should be hitting the hay. I have three more (10-page) research papers to grade for my seniors tomorrow. I also have to complete lesson plans, typing semester exams, organizing all of my teaching stuff, and starting my grad school work for the week (I am a bit worried about the class that I thought would be the easier of the two).
I think I might ask Mike V. if he wants to get together next weekend. His grandmother passed away, and I think he could use some support. I know his girlfriend is really picking up where I left off - he had been getting his support from me when he was single. She is so good to him, and I am certain she is making sure he feels cared for.
My sleep problems are back already. I noticed a difference in sleep patterns a few days ago. Perhaps I will read a chapter or two of my Harry Potter books.
Good night. Sleep tight. Don't let the bed bugs bite! [BITE, BITE, BITE!]
Anyway...we sat and shared our stories. I was surprised that Mike hasn't really changed much. On the phone, he doesn't come across that way. In person, he seems to want to make things almost larger than life. I don't mean that he exaggerates; I mean that events that shaped him in high school have now become a major part of his world view. I suppose I had forgotten how intense his personality can be. It was a nice visit, nonetheless. Noelle was quiet. She and I can usually talk up a storm, but it seemed that she was slinking into the shadow of Mike. I didn't like seeing that. There should always be a balance. I couldn't see it. I hope everything is okay. Noelle says that things are fine, but I worry. She is my fraternity "brother" from college. We used to hang out a bit on campus back in the day. I knew her before her first marriage. I was there when things went sour, and she had to leave him behind. Mike was busy idealizing high school, and I realized that while my behaviors and certain patterns are still there, I don't think the way I used to. I guess I thought everyone changed the way I did. I didn't expect for Mike to tell me that I should go find my Dorothy costume (he told me that when he saw me wearing that costume in 1995, he started to like me). Who says that in front of their spouse!?! Or the woman's fiance!?!
When they left, Jeremy was quiet. I immediately became worried, because Jeremy is a regular Chatty Cathy. He said that he is surprised how normal I am. He has met a number of my friends, and is often surprised that I am the way I am - a little eccentric but relatively mainstream normal (at least in what I display to the world). This is not to say that my friends are freaks or anything - most of them aren't. Some, though, are a bit out there. I do have friends who: opt to cross dress, opt to be Goth, opt to wear costumes, opt to cover themselves with tattoos and piercings, opt to live "alternative lifestyles", opt to be nudists, opt to take drugs (although I usually don't spend a lot of time with those folks), opt to grow thick beards and live in the wilderness, opt to go to Star Trek conventions (and wear Spock ears and pins outside of the events), opt to live "on the road", opt to live in communes, opt to designate days at home where they are only allowed to speak in lines by certain authors and poets (I am intrigued by this!), opt to attend psychic fairs and Renaissance festivals (yes, I used to spend a lot of time with those people), opt to be political activists, and more. I also have what Jeremy would call "normal" friends - people who go to school/college, go to work a standard job, meet friends and barbecue stuff, etc. I think he was just a bit bothered that we had a convicted felon in our home today for several hours. Seeing as Jeremy's bachelor's degree is in criminal justice and political science, I can understand how his perspective on life might not be aligned with our guest's.
It wasn't uncomfortable or anything. Jeremy just didn't expect someone coming over to our home, boasting about all of the people he had beaten up over the years, how he joined a hippie community in the Florida wilderness, how he used to like me when we were teenagers. I think that last part made Jeremy the most uncomfortable. And even more so when he learned that Mike also had a thing with my sister. That was actually one reason I never dated Mike - he kissed my sister. Strange notion. Ah, anyway...I should be hitting the hay. I have three more (10-page) research papers to grade for my seniors tomorrow. I also have to complete lesson plans, typing semester exams, organizing all of my teaching stuff, and starting my grad school work for the week (I am a bit worried about the class that I thought would be the easier of the two).
I think I might ask Mike V. if he wants to get together next weekend. His grandmother passed away, and I think he could use some support. I know his girlfriend is really picking up where I left off - he had been getting his support from me when he was single. She is so good to him, and I am certain she is making sure he feels cared for.
My sleep problems are back already. I noticed a difference in sleep patterns a few days ago. Perhaps I will read a chapter or two of my Harry Potter books.
Good night. Sleep tight. Don't let the bed bugs bite! [BITE, BITE, BITE!]
Thursday, January 03, 2008
2 January 2008
2 January 2008
Today was uneventful, to say the least. I didn't really do anything special. Mostly, I tried to take care of a few maintenance items, like an oil change and washing dishes, with varying success. I received the Harry Potter series (Books 1-6, anyway) today. I jumped right in. I figure it will be better to be acquainted with the entire series before I start class next week. I am pleased so far; the books are really easy to read. I already read quickly - this just makes me feel like I am speed-reading. I don't typically speed read novels and such.
I haven't seen a listing for additional required texts for that class, as well as for my other class (I already have that book, although reading boring literary theory - philosophy - is not my favorite activity). I am just happy that I don't have the professor that was teaching the course last semester. She seemed friendly, but she was completely off her rocker.
Today was uneventful, to say the least. I didn't really do anything special. Mostly, I tried to take care of a few maintenance items, like an oil change and washing dishes, with varying success. I received the Harry Potter series (Books 1-6, anyway) today. I jumped right in. I figure it will be better to be acquainted with the entire series before I start class next week. I am pleased so far; the books are really easy to read. I already read quickly - this just makes me feel like I am speed-reading. I don't typically speed read novels and such.
I haven't seen a listing for additional required texts for that class, as well as for my other class (I already have that book, although reading boring literary theory - philosophy - is not my favorite activity). I am just happy that I don't have the professor that was teaching the course last semester. She seemed friendly, but she was completely off her rocker.
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
1 January 2008
1 January 2008
My year didn't quite "kick off" the way I had planned. I slept in. I didn't go out for a jog, although I considered going outside to play in the snow. It didn't happen, though. I didn't tackle the basement, as I had hoped I would. I just left everything. Today was a day for lounging around and watching movies with Jeremy. I haven't been returning many text messages or phone calls - or emails for that matter. I've felt somewhat anti-social for a while now. I think it is just the craziness of the holidays. Usually I feel like jumping off of a bridge, but this year was a little easier. I just avoided things.
We made homemade pizza and I strummed my ukulele. Wendy finally joined MySpace. I finally have a convenient way to keep in touch with her.
In the morning, I need to call about a house I am interested in, make an appointment for an oil change at the dealership, contact two reception halls, maybe go dress shopping (with a friend, possibly), exercise, grade papers, do laundry, clean the kitchen and the living room, go to EMU to pick up my parking permit, clean my bedroom, and call a couple of friends. I also need to solve a couple of problems. I don't wish to get into those right now.
My year didn't quite "kick off" the way I had planned. I slept in. I didn't go out for a jog, although I considered going outside to play in the snow. It didn't happen, though. I didn't tackle the basement, as I had hoped I would. I just left everything. Today was a day for lounging around and watching movies with Jeremy. I haven't been returning many text messages or phone calls - or emails for that matter. I've felt somewhat anti-social for a while now. I think it is just the craziness of the holidays. Usually I feel like jumping off of a bridge, but this year was a little easier. I just avoided things.
We made homemade pizza and I strummed my ukulele. Wendy finally joined MySpace. I finally have a convenient way to keep in touch with her.
In the morning, I need to call about a house I am interested in, make an appointment for an oil change at the dealership, contact two reception halls, maybe go dress shopping (with a friend, possibly), exercise, grade papers, do laundry, clean the kitchen and the living room, go to EMU to pick up my parking permit, clean my bedroom, and call a couple of friends. I also need to solve a couple of problems. I don't wish to get into those right now.
Monday, December 31, 2007
Resolutions
Now is the time that we arbitrarily assign to making new goals and resolutions about how we have been living our lives. Is it cliche for me to have resolutions again this year? I decided to look at my list for 2007. Let's have a look here:
1. Limit alcohol consumption to one to two drinks per month.
To be honest, I have cut back on drinking overall, but I have had a few moments of heavy drinking. Everyone at James' party, Mike A., Jeremy, and Mike V. have seen the "fun" Lish during this times.
2. No fast food, not even when pressed for time.
Okay, so I still went to Subway (and yes, McDonald's several times).
3. No pizza, unless I make organic homemade pizza. (I will miss you, Jet's Pizza!)
That one didn't last, although I did make a lot more homemade pizza.
4. A minimum of thirty minutes of cardio every day.
That one last for a long time. I don't know what stopped me. I was losing weight and feeling great (pardon the annoying rhyme).
5. Count calories daily. Limit for first month = 1600, second month = 1500, third month = 1350...we'll see beyond that.
I did count calories for the better part of the year. I lost track during the holiday season, though.
6. Follow a daily chore schedule for each room in my home.
Yeah, that one didn't work out well. Jeremy's schedule is chaotic, at best, and grad school work took up almost all of my time.
7. Read at least two books (novels, biographies, etc.) each month.
I read a lot - just not that much. Maybe that should have been a goal for the summer only.
8. Do yoga three times per week.
I stopped within a month.
9. Join a music ensemble - I think Canton is looking at its newest percussionist.
I am thriving in the band. I LOVE it! I will continue this year. I scheduled grad school and other commitments around it.
10. Go to my doctor's regularly - dentist, regular physician, urologist (for my kindey stone problem), dietician, OB-GYN (to be honest, I am still holding off on this one).
I started going to the dentist regularly. I have an appointment on January 8th. I haven't been to any other doctors, though. My fear of the doctor borders on phobia-status. If I could list my urologist in Battle Creek as my primary care physician, I would travel to see him. He is a great doctor AND I used to teach at St. Philip with his wife. Their daughter was one of my journalism students years ago. Unfortunately, I have to have a "local" doctor.
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So what are my resolutions for this year?
1. Organize and decorate my ENTIRE home. I am tired of treating my townhouse as a temporary living situation. We currently are not in transition - this is our home. We need to make it look like a home.
2. Live healthier. That means: eating healthy food, counting calories, creating an exercise routine (preferably at Lifetime Fitness), managing stress positively, reduce or eliminate "excessive" behaviors in regard to food and alcohol, get out and enjoy life more (go dancing, traveling, etc.)
3. Learn one or two instruments (I am already doing well with my new tenor ukulele - the strings are tuned just like my soprano uke). I want to learn the harmonica (Jeremy bought me one for Christmas). I bought myself a drum set, but I already know the basics. I am thinking that, over the summer, I could start learning violin or something - maybe flute. Maybe I will even get voice lessons.
4. Clean my home more frequently.
5. Write more. I have just about abandoned journal writing - I've been posting more online, anyway.
6. Get married! I am addressing the planning stuff a lot lately. Lack of money is cutting my guest list significantly. Sorry, folks. Some of my cousins won't even be invited!
7. Play my ukulele in public - not school. I am not afraid of students.
8. Go to Germany.
9. Find and buy a house with some property, preferably out in the middle of nowhere.
10. Stop living so much in my head!
1. Limit alcohol consumption to one to two drinks per month.
To be honest, I have cut back on drinking overall, but I have had a few moments of heavy drinking. Everyone at James' party, Mike A., Jeremy, and Mike V. have seen the "fun" Lish during this times.
2. No fast food, not even when pressed for time.
Okay, so I still went to Subway (and yes, McDonald's several times).
3. No pizza, unless I make organic homemade pizza. (I will miss you, Jet's Pizza!)
That one didn't last, although I did make a lot more homemade pizza.
4. A minimum of thirty minutes of cardio every day.
That one last for a long time. I don't know what stopped me. I was losing weight and feeling great (pardon the annoying rhyme).
5. Count calories daily. Limit for first month = 1600, second month = 1500, third month = 1350...we'll see beyond that.
I did count calories for the better part of the year. I lost track during the holiday season, though.
6. Follow a daily chore schedule for each room in my home.
Yeah, that one didn't work out well. Jeremy's schedule is chaotic, at best, and grad school work took up almost all of my time.
7. Read at least two books (novels, biographies, etc.) each month.
I read a lot - just not that much. Maybe that should have been a goal for the summer only.
8. Do yoga three times per week.
I stopped within a month.
9. Join a music ensemble - I think Canton is looking at its newest percussionist.
I am thriving in the band. I LOVE it! I will continue this year. I scheduled grad school and other commitments around it.
10. Go to my doctor's regularly - dentist, regular physician, urologist (for my kindey stone problem), dietician, OB-GYN (to be honest, I am still holding off on this one).
I started going to the dentist regularly. I have an appointment on January 8th. I haven't been to any other doctors, though. My fear of the doctor borders on phobia-status. If I could list my urologist in Battle Creek as my primary care physician, I would travel to see him. He is a great doctor AND I used to teach at St. Philip with his wife. Their daughter was one of my journalism students years ago. Unfortunately, I have to have a "local" doctor.
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So what are my resolutions for this year?
1. Organize and decorate my ENTIRE home. I am tired of treating my townhouse as a temporary living situation. We currently are not in transition - this is our home. We need to make it look like a home.
2. Live healthier. That means: eating healthy food, counting calories, creating an exercise routine (preferably at Lifetime Fitness), managing stress positively, reduce or eliminate "excessive" behaviors in regard to food and alcohol, get out and enjoy life more (go dancing, traveling, etc.)
3. Learn one or two instruments (I am already doing well with my new tenor ukulele - the strings are tuned just like my soprano uke). I want to learn the harmonica (Jeremy bought me one for Christmas). I bought myself a drum set, but I already know the basics. I am thinking that, over the summer, I could start learning violin or something - maybe flute. Maybe I will even get voice lessons.
4. Clean my home more frequently.
5. Write more. I have just about abandoned journal writing - I've been posting more online, anyway.
6. Get married! I am addressing the planning stuff a lot lately. Lack of money is cutting my guest list significantly. Sorry, folks. Some of my cousins won't even be invited!
7. Play my ukulele in public - not school. I am not afraid of students.
8. Go to Germany.
9. Find and buy a house with some property, preferably out in the middle of nowhere.
10. Stop living so much in my head!
Friday, December 28, 2007
111
111. I don't think I could love my cats more even if they were my own children.
112. I love taking naps. I've taken a nap many times during this vacation.
113. I wear size 9 shoes.
114. I used to collect stamps. Yeah, I'm a loser.
115. I will be spending the $23.00 for each season of The X-Files tomorrow at Best Buy, and I am not ashamed. It's a deal!
112. I love taking naps. I've taken a nap many times during this vacation.
113. I wear size 9 shoes.
114. I used to collect stamps. Yeah, I'm a loser.
115. I will be spending the $23.00 for each season of The X-Files tomorrow at Best Buy, and I am not ashamed. It's a deal!
Thursday, December 20, 2007
102 - 110
102. I still get butterflies-in-the-stomach-type feelings.
103. Mike V. and I are on the same wave length most of the time. Oh, look! He just left me a message! Cool!
104. I don't believe I've ever kissed someone under the mistletoe.
105. I finished ALL of my Christmas shopping today - in less than three hours! I have spent a little over $500. this year.
106. I want to cut my hair. I don't think I'll be donating my hair this year.
107. I played my ukulele during passing time at work on Friday.
108. I brought my decorations up from the basement, but I have very little drive to actually unpack and display them.
109. I love when Jeremy runs his fingers through my hair. This is the only way for me to truly relax. Nothing else works. Not even alcohol.
110. I dislike buying into the commercialism that surrounds Christmas. I would prefer to not give or receive any gifts. I'd like to spend Christmas day in church.
103. Mike V. and I are on the same wave length most of the time. Oh, look! He just left me a message! Cool!
104. I don't believe I've ever kissed someone under the mistletoe.
105. I finished ALL of my Christmas shopping today - in less than three hours! I have spent a little over $500. this year.
106. I want to cut my hair. I don't think I'll be donating my hair this year.
107. I played my ukulele during passing time at work on Friday.
108. I brought my decorations up from the basement, but I have very little drive to actually unpack and display them.
109. I love when Jeremy runs his fingers through my hair. This is the only way for me to truly relax. Nothing else works. Not even alcohol.
110. I dislike buying into the commercialism that surrounds Christmas. I would prefer to not give or receive any gifts. I'd like to spend Christmas day in church.
Monday, December 17, 2007
94 - 101
94. I finally finished all of my papers for my grad class. And I have a snow day tomorrow. And I have to turn in my papers. And I want to spend the day cleaning.
95. I'm ticklish in only a few places.
96. Jeremy bought me chocolate today. And shoveled all around our place and our cars. And cuddled with me. And goofed around with me in the kitchen. And kissed me. And gave me quiet time so that I could finish my homework. And has been a total sweetheart lately. This is who I remember falling in love with. I missed him.
97. I felt empowered while putting my aunt in her place on Saturday.
98. I like sock monkeys.
99. I am taking two classes next term; I am so nervous.
100. I still haven't done any Christmas shopping. I think tomorrow will be a busy day!
101. I don't think I will stop with 101. I have so much more to reveal. Just not tonight. I should get some sleep.
95. I'm ticklish in only a few places.
96. Jeremy bought me chocolate today. And shoveled all around our place and our cars. And cuddled with me. And goofed around with me in the kitchen. And kissed me. And gave me quiet time so that I could finish my homework. And has been a total sweetheart lately. This is who I remember falling in love with. I missed him.
97. I felt empowered while putting my aunt in her place on Saturday.
98. I like sock monkeys.
99. I am taking two classes next term; I am so nervous.
100. I still haven't done any Christmas shopping. I think tomorrow will be a busy day!
101. I don't think I will stop with 101. I have so much more to reveal. Just not tonight. I should get some sleep.
93
93. I sometimes wish we were stranded on an island together...all alone...forever. I'd have you all to myself.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
92...Kenny v. Spenny
92. Despite how disgusting and juvenile Kenny v. Spenny is, I find the show frickin hilarious! I almost threw up a few minutes ago watching the meat-eating competition/vomitfest.
What does everyone else think of the show?
What does everyone else think of the show?
87 - 91
87. I love playing with blankets with my toes.
88. I used to enjoy working at Payless, even though I don't like to look at feet.
89. Sometimes I want to return to mindless employment.
90. My professor granted me an extension on my final papers. I am so happy.
91. Jeremy made me a really nice dinner tonight. It was so wonderful and sweet.
88. I used to enjoy working at Payless, even though I don't like to look at feet.
89. Sometimes I want to return to mindless employment.
90. My professor granted me an extension on my final papers. I am so happy.
91. Jeremy made me a really nice dinner tonight. It was so wonderful and sweet.
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