Long Time No Post
I’m ashamed to say that it has been two months since my last blog post. I’m not really sure what is causing this massive, unprecedented blogger block.
I mean I could easily blame my lack of blogging on all the assignments I had to do for my class and getting completely burned out on writing (Just to give you an idea, at one point I had written 26 pages in 4 days).
I could blame it on being fed up with pop culture and idiotic celebrities. I think the breaking point for me was after the Sandra Bullock/Jesse James scandal broke. I’m horrified that I actually dedicated an entire post about that JERK!
I could blame my lack of posting on my near death experience.
No, I didn’t really have a near death experience, but that would have sounded so much cooler and would be a way better excuse.
But seriously people, I really did think that I died and went to heaven after seeing the pictures of Ryan Gosling at the Cannes film festival.
(Note: This is my favorite one because you have to admit that he looks like an angel here–thus, why I thought I was having a near death experience.)
There are just so many reasons for my lapse in blogging, but really it all comes down to one simple fact that I’ve been trying to avoid admitting to myself for the past couple of months.
I think I may have outgrown this blog.
I started this blog because I love to write and I wanted a space of my own to chronicle the random and sometimes peculiar thoughts that came into my mind. I needed a place to worship Mr. Gosling before my friends had me committed or thrown in jail for being a crazy stalker. And what better place to feel normal than the internet.
I honestly wasn’t sure what direction the blog would take when I started it and I’m still not sure of the direction that I want it to take it right now. I just know that if I’m going to continue to write it has to be about something more significant.
So, that in a nutshell, is why I haven’t been blogging.
Ok, so now that all that nonsense is out of the way, I do have some interesting stories to share. I’m sure I will lose a ton of my readers after writing about these things and I’m seriously thinking about starting a brand new blog because it is that out there. I haven’t completely decided yet, but I’ll be back soon to share some of what has been going on with me.
Stay tuned….
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Hiatus
I should probably just rename this blog Monthly Mish Mash because that would better define the frequency of my posts lately. I thought it was prudent that I come out of my self-imposed blog hiatus to say that I’m still alive. There isn’t a big, earth-shattering explanation on why I haven’t been writing. There are many little factors, but nothing that would be worth listing here.
I mean, I think a clear indication that I’ve lost my bloggy mojo is the fact that I didn’t even post about the tragic death of my dear, sweet Corey. For crying out loud, he was the Ryan Gosling of my formative years!!! He was the celebrity crush that laid the foundation for all future celebrity crushes and made me the stalker that I am today. What is the world coming to that I don’t have time to write a proper eulogy?? I wanted to stay in bed for a few weeks to properly mourn his passing but sadly life must go on.
Can we at least just take a moment of silence and mentally kiss this Tiger Beat poster goodnight one last time like the good old days.
Rest in peace, Corey. In all seriousness, I really do hope that you are in a better place right now.
Moving on…Did I mention that the class I’m taking this semester is sucking the life out of me? By the time I get a chance to actually sit down and read blogs or write a blog post, I’m just drained. I feel like the words aren’t even there anymore. It is as if everything I had to say has been said. At least for now. I’m hoping that maybe I will get my voice back after this class is over. I truly enjoyed writing here and even more than that, I loved all the wonderful people that I met through having this blog.
I miss you all so much and I look forward to catching up again very soon!
Snowtorious B.I.G.
It has been quite the week around here. Over the past five days or so, we have gotten almost four feet of snow. That brings our total to 79 inches this winter. I’m not sure what Maryland did to piss off Mother Nature but it is INSANE!
People have been calling it Snowmaggedon, the Snowpocalypse, and my personal favorite–Snowtorious B.I.G. (In case you didn’t know, there are a plethora of ways to add the word “snow” to words and phrases to make clever little nicknames.)
Brad has only been in to work one day this week and the kids have had off school the entire week. At this rate, they will still be in school way into the summer and will be lucky if they get the Fourth of July off.
This is the what my street looked like yesterday:
My friends on Facebook are posting status updates like “Red rum. Red rum.” They seem to be getting a bit of cabin fever being trapped in their houses.
I am not among them. I am thrilled with being snowed in! I love not having to go anywhere or do anything. I love not having any obligations and just relaxing. Winter is supposed to be about hibernating, right? I am content to stay in my comfy, elastic pants all day. Buttons and zippers are way overrated.
I have been feeling like I’m in a bit of a time warp though. I woke up yesterday thinking it was Thursday and was getting all excited for the new Survivor: Heroes vs Villains only to find out that it was actually Wednesday. It is a little weird not having any idea what day it was since the days are just blurring together into one big ball of snow at this point.
Luckily, today is actually Thursday and it is time for Survivor. How excited are you about this?!?! I am, of course, rooting for Boston Rob to go all the way. I haven’t watched this show in forever, but Boston Rob is enough to make me tune in again. There is something about his adorable accent, even if he has absolutely nothing at all to say that makes him completely endearing.
The opposite of endearing is John Mayer. What the heck is up with his mouth lately? A few weeks ago I had a really long wait in the dentist’s office so I read through his interview in Rolling Stone where he talks about masterbating and pitching tents on vaginas. Now he is at it again talking about Jessica Simpson being sexual Napum. Is this a compliment or an insult? I have absolutely no idea what he is even talking about, but I know that as a woman I’m supposed to be offended. Right?
That about wraps it up. Since I’m pretty much stuck inside with no place to go please entertain me by leaving me a comment. Tell me, will you be watching Survivor tonight? What are your thoughts on John Mayer? What is the weather like where you live?
PS In case you were wondering…Ryan Gosling is still hot:
PPS. So is Leo (although I’m thinking he may need to rethink his stance on global warming–see above photo.):
Vegas, Baby!
I just wanted to pop in to say hi and confirm that I’m not dead.
I was afraid that maybe that is what you thought after I dropped off the face of the earth this week. Combine my bloggy disappearance with the events of last weekend and I can’t blame you for drawing that logical conclusion.
The truth is that I’m just out of town. We’re in Vegas to see U2.
We’re having a pretty good time so far (I’d say great but we are down $25. If you are thinking that the fact that I’m disgusted with having only lost $25, you may be thinking that I’m not Vegas material. And you would be right.) and the view from our room is awesome.
Sorry for leaving you high and dry with the eye candy this past Friday. I had an idea to do a Vegas themed edition but didn’t get a chance to schedule it before I left. Real life (grad school project, packing, kids, etc..) got in the way. On the same note, since I’ll be home late on Monday, I’m going to schedule my Monday Mentions post right now but I’m just opening it up for you to share all the great links you found this week. I’m a bit behind on all my internet-ness so I’m leaving it up to you to catch me up.
Kind of off-topic, but since Krissa left this comment on my last post I was thinking that I’d post the answer here in case anyone was wondering. She asked (in regard to my meeting with Ryan):
How has the come down been? or are you still flying high???
The come down was pretty rough the first couple of days. I truly felt like I was a heroine addict going through Gos-withdrawal. However, whenever I look at the pictures I am transported right back to that amazing moment and all is right in the world.
Sigh.
Ok, that’s it for now. Everyone is giving me evil looks for spending too much time on my laptop. See you soon!
Instead
This weekend I went on a Girl Scout camping trip with my daughter. I left my laptop, cell phone, iPod, portable dvd player and camera at home.
Actually I wish that I had brought my camera so I had a photo to share with this post, but that is not the point.
The trip made me realize that sometimes I really wish that I lived in a simpler time. I mean, don’t get me wrong. I’m just as addicted to all the “gadgets and gizmos” as the next person.
The thing is that I can survive without them. Not only that, but I think that maybe I could THRIVE without them.
-Instead of checking my email, I checked out the beauty of the forest and Chesapeake Bay that was all around me.
-Instead of reading my friends’ Facebook updates, I read a few chapters of a book that I’ve been putting off (under a sleeping bag with a book light…it made me really feel like a kid again).
-Instead of watching reality tv, I watched the look of real joy on my daughter’s face as she laughed with her friends.
-Instead of eating my sandwich while I paid attention to the chatter on Twitter, I ate my sandwich and really paid attention to how delicious it tasted.
-Instead of watching Jon Gosselin’s latest antics unfold on People.com, I watched two bald eagles fly over my head.
I could go on, but you get the point.
I like modern technology. (More importantly, I love not having to walk outside to use the bathroom.) I just wish it wasn’t all so consuming.
I think stepping away from it for a few days made me realize that I need to do it more often.
Don’t worry, I’m not planning to run off to Lancaster to join the Amish in their quest for simplicity. Yet.
I just need to figure out how to unplug and find more balance in my everyday life. If anyone has any suggestions on how to do this, I’m open to reading them in the comments.
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PS Jon Gosselin, have you completely lost your mind? What would make you think it is ok to take $200,000 out of your joint checking account without telling Kate? Seriously, how many Ed Hardy shirts and cigarettes does one man really need? All this erratic behavior is starting to make me wonder if we need to go on Gosselin suicide watch. Get some help, dude!
PPS Kate, you really need to get some new lawyers. Between this and the whole skanky babysitter incident, it is really becoming obvious that you guys need to set up some ground rules and get them in writing. NOW!!!
PPPS Obviously, I see the irony in the fact that I did a post on being unplugged and ended it on Gosselin gossip, but that is just the battle that I’m fighting. It is such a hard habit to break!
Ashamed
I was among the 90,000 fans that watched U2 perform at FedEx field on Tuesday night.
This post is not about the show, though.
Yes, it was AMAZING beyond words. Truly, if you’ve never seen U2 perform then you really must. They are phenomenal live and although some shows are better than others, it is an experience like no other. Almost spiritual. (Oh and the opening act, that just so happened to be Muse…yeah, they rocked too. Especially Supermassive Black Hole–go Twilight–wooo!!)
This post is about how much of a COMPLETE AND UTTER JERK I am. And I’m pretty sure that by the end of this post, you will agree.
As we stood amongst the sea of people waiting for the show to start, I looked around at everyone. You see, I’m a people watcher by nature.
I couldn’t help but notice that the guy standing right behind my husband looked a bit suspicious. For one, he was alone. I don’t know about you, but when is the last time you went to a concert alone? At first I thought maybe he was saving a place for someone else but as the time went by it was pretty obvious he was by himself.
The other thing that made me feel like something was a little off about him was that he looked so serious. The atmosphere in the stadium was very festive. Everyone else was either smiling, laughing or chatting it up with the other people around them. U2 fans are a pretty friendly bunch. However, this guy seemed completely impervious to the crowd and mood around him.
Immediately, I put my mad detective skills to work and figured out that he was probably a terrorist.
I whispered my theory to my husband and the other couple we were with. They agreed with me (I tell you this so that when I add the other details of the story you will know that I am not the only JERK who has these thoughts). My husband’s best friend had already noticed him and thought the same thing before I said anything.
I even convinced my friend to strike up a conversation with the guy to relieve my fears. She, being never one to walk away from a challenge, did just that.
He didn’t engage with her at all. It was such a strange interaction. He gave her one word answers and barely made eye contact.
At this point, I was seriously freaking out. I contemplated leaving, but I knew that I would be going alone. The people I was with were such die-hard U2 fans that it would probably be fine to stay and die with Bono than leave a coward. I, on the other hand, was concerned about my kids becoming orphans and missing the Dead Man’s Bones concert.
In the end, they convinced me to stay.
Now, here is the final detail. The detail that I am the most ashamed to admit. The detail that makes me realize that I suck at being a decent human being. Let alone, a decent Liberal.
The guy in question was Middle Eastern.
I know what you are you are thinking. I would be thinking the same thing if I was reading this. What a racist Nazi bitch! Am I right?
Trust me, you won’t hurt my feelings if that is what you are thinking. I totally deserve it.
I am disgusted with myself for having these thoughts.
Oh, and in case you missed it, there was no terrorist attack on FedEx field on Tuesday night. I just thought I’d report that, since the media is all wrapped up in this whole Jon Gosselin drama and the Kardashian quickie wedding, so you never know if they may have forgotten to mention it.
Instead, on Tuesday there was a great concert with a band that not only entertains but also makes you think and feel and love. And in that audience was a guy who just wanted to go and listen to some good music without having a bunch of idiots give him weird looks.
So, I just feel like I owe this man and the entire Middle Eastern-American culture an apology. I am truly sorry.
At one point in the show (I forget what song–perhaps Sunday Bloody Sunday, I can’t remember), Bono pulled a guy wearing a turban up on the stage.
He was holding an American flag. As Bono sang, the man held the flag up into the air and it blew in the wind. I listened for the crowd’s reaction and it was mixed. Some people booed and some cheered.
To me, it was a beautiful moment. One that brought tears to my eyes.
I contemplated hugging the man that I had once believed may be a terrorist, but thought it might be just a bit too weird. Also, my husband probably wouldn’t have appreciated it (since in addition to looking like a terrorist, he was also kind of cute).
So, there you have it. A story I’m not really proud to share. Yet, I will hit publish and put it out there for all the world to judge me for my stupid prejudices. I think that is only fair.
Back to School Randomness
-I found out on Friday that my kids’ school will not being airing Obama’s message to the students tomorrow. The principal doesn’t feel like dealing with any parental complaints.
Complaints about what? I am so confused about the controversy about this speech.
So, of couse I had to see for myself. I just finished reading the speech in full and was totally on the lookout for all the secret, evil messages encrypted in there. I am here to report that it is just a pretty straight-forward, inspirational message that might actually make kids work harder and try to do their best this year. The horrors!!!
I truly hope that most of the country’s schools will watch it. If you were one of the people worried about the speech being political brainwashing, you can see it for yourself here, but I saw nothing that should be of concern to anyone. If there is anything that I missed, feel free to enlighten me in the comments because I’m really wondering why there is so much fear concerning this message.
(In case you were wondering, I would have no problem with the former President Bush addressing my children. I trust the president even if I don’t happen to agree with every single thing that he stands for. I also believe that when the president of the United States of America speaks that it is our patriotic duty to stop what we are doing and listen. And that is what I want to teach my children so we will be watching the speech tomorrow night together and discussing it as a family.)
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-I may be light on my posting and commenting this fall because in addition to working two days a week, I have decided to go back to school. I’m taking a grad class to get re-certified to start teaching again. I’ve only had one class but I’m thoroughly enjoying it so far. I forgot how much I loved school and learning. It is such a different experience being a mature (well for the most part) adult and being a student. I feel like my motivation is totally intrinsic and not about getting a degree or a grade. I want to learn how to be a better teacher. I want to soak up as much knowledge as I can.
The only part that is freaking me out a bit is writing papers. It has been thirteen years since I’ve been in college and I kind of forgot how to write anything other than a silly blog post about Ryan Gosling’s muscles.
Most recent photo of Ryan Gosling’s muscles:
Do you think my professor will mind if I throw a Ryan Gosling pic in my first paper? Do you think she will give me extra credit? It is a woman so I highly doubt she would find it offensive.
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-Here’s an awkward story… I’m standing there at the bursar’s office trying to pay for my class (which HOLY CRAP why didn’t anyone tell me how expensive Grad school was going to be before I went and signed up??). I see this guy walk by me and he looks so familiar. At first I think, wow that guy looks like Asher Roth. Asher Roth is so cute.
Then it hits me. The guy looks familiar because I taught him my first year of teaching when I had him in fourth grade about twelve years ago. Now he is about six foot two and looks a lot like Asher Roth (and a little like Ryan Gosling which is just WRONG on so many levels).
In case you were wondering, he did recognize and say hi to me.
Awkward doesn’t even begin to explain this whole story so I will just stop writing now.
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Let’s Go Down To The Bears-Only Cafe and Talk Bearsness
It is so hot here. My brain is fried like that egg in the brain on drugs commercial.
Therefore, I’m going random tonight.
Really random.
Let’s start with a Wine Review: Smoking Loon
Disclaimer: I am a wine-novice and far from a wine snob. I will rarely go over $15 a bottle if that gives you any idea. This is a completely amateur wine review (in other words, I have no idea what I’m talking about):
This wine is described as having “flavors of fresh cherry pie, sweet plum, and soft cinnamon spiked cranberry dressing finishing with notes of rich, vanilla French oak and delicate cherry and strawberry flavors.”
That sounds really yummy doesn’t it? Well, the label writers are a bunch of liars (or else I have a poor excuse for a palate—yeah, probably that) because I didn’t get any of that.
All I could taste was smoke, smoke and more smoke. You would think that the fact this wine has the word “smoking” as a part of its name would have clued me in to avoid it since I’m not one for smokey tastes.
In the end, I really didn’t care very much for this wine and I’m still on the hunt for a g0-to red.
Overall taste: D
Buzz factor: B+
Hangover quotient: A
On the Wagon
Speaking of beverages, I am once again trying to give up my precious Coke Zero.
I am four days clean and the headaches haven’t been too bad. I’m still having lots of withdraw though. I miss the bubbles dancing on my tongue. Each glass of water that I’ve been drinking is pure torture. It just tastes like I’m drinking a glass of death. I know, I know…water is life, but it tastes just the opposite to me.
Odd Thomas
Speaking of death, I just finished reading Odd Thomas. This book is about a guy who sees dead people. He uses this “gift” to help solve crimes.
This was my first Dean Koontz novel and I thought it was very entertaining. I was a little worried about it being too gruesome (as that is what I’ve heard some of Koontz’s writing tends to be) but it really wasn’t. It was actually a very quirky, suspenseful, and surprisingly romantic read. This book is chocked full of fun and likable characters. There were lots of twists and turns in this book so it definitely keeps your interest. I wouldn’t say it is a real page-turner, but I was definitely interested all the way through.
4/5 Stars
Up next…
Twenty Boy Summer by Sarah Ockler. I just started and am hoping to squeeze it in before my next book club selection (Girl with the Dragon Tattoo). Let me just tell you, when I saw this book at Barnes and Nobles a few weeks ago, I came so close to buying it. Everything from the name to the cover art just drew me in. I’m pleased to say that I’m really enjoying it so far. I’m on chapter three and I’m already hooked!
Two Miles Down, One to Go
I’m still running and have made it to two miles without stopping to catch my breath. My goal is 3.1 so I can run in a 5K.
On a sidenote, the running really made a difference this month with my PMS symptoms. They were much less intense. I’m going to keep at it, so I can continue feeling these benefits. I do fear as the days get shorter (I run around 8pm) and weather gets colder that I won’t be able to keep up with it.
It would be especially nice if I could lose a few pounds with all this exercise, but it seems like physically there aren’t many changes happening. My clothes are still snug and I’m not seeing the lean, toned body that I was hoping for. That part is very frustrating and I would definitely stop if I didn’t feel so great afterward. It is just such a blissful feeling. I want it to last so I will keep busting my butt.
Cute Alert x 2
I’m ending this post with two videos that you may have already seen.
The first video I saw on Stars Hollow a few days ago. You all remember how much I loved (500) Days of Summer. Well, this is a great companion video to the movie. Joseph Gordon Levitt and Zooey Deschanel can really dance!! Even if you haven’t seen the movie, you can still watch and enjoy. It is just adorable!
And finally…a follow up to my “What the World Needs Now Is More Keanu Reeves” post. It seems that I’m not alone in my Keanu crushin’ so I figured I would share the love with this vintage video.
Without a doubt, the best part of this video is when Keanu tells the bear that they “need to go down to the Bears-Only Cafe and talk Bearsness”. Only Keanu could pull off that line without sounding too ridiculous.
I just hope that Graham Abbey kid didn’t get beaten up too much after this aired.
God, I love YouTube!
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Random Firsts
The past couple of days have been full of firsts for me. Would you like to hear about them?
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I had my first ménage à trois.
It was my husband’s idea. I’m sure you could have guessed that though.
It was pretty much as you would have expected. It sounded like a great idea in theory, but when it was all said and done it was just kind of weird.
Ohhh, you thought I was talking about the other ménage à trois. Sorry about that. I guess I should have clarified that it was this wine.
It wasn’t the best red wine that I’ve ever had, but definitely not the worst. It really did have a little too much going on (a lot like a real ménage à trois) to be enjoyable (not that I’ve actually experienced a real ménage à trois) (Yet). The bottle describes it as:
Take a walk on the wild side and explore the pleasures of our Ménage à trois. Surrender to the seduction of dark, rich berry with a hint of pepper, a lush lingering finish leaving you wishing for more….A delightful blend based on three varietals–Zinfandel, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
And now for my official completely amateur wine review (seriously, I have no idea what I’m talking about):
Overall taste: C+
Buzz factor: B-
Hangover quotient: C
I’m still trying to find my “go-to” red wine. I’ve tried quite a few, but I just haven’t found “the one”. If you have a favorite red, please leave me a suggestion in the comments.
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Saturday night was the Jason Mraz concert (more on that later), but let me just say that it pretty much poured the entire night. At first we tried to wait out the storm under our blanket.
Eventually, we gave up trying to stay dry and just enjoyed the concert. In the rain. I’m not talking a spitting rain or drizzle. Oh no, it was a downpour.
As a bonus, I was able to cross of the whole “dancing in the rain” thing off my bucket list. I’ve always loved this quote:
Sadly, I didn’t look as graceful as the above ballerina (Who by the way has an umbrella. I call cheater).
Yes, I know I look more like a drowned rat, but it really was quite exhilarating, fun and romantic. It was also kind of cold, muddy and annoying. So, while I’m glad I had the experience, it was one of those “been there done that” kind of things. I think I prefer staying dry and warm in the future.
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Finally and this is the MOST exciting of the random firsts–I ran my first mile today!!
I have never ran a mile without stopping. Ever! This is a truly MONUMENTAL occasion! I was so proud of myself that I almost started crying. I’m not even joking. There was a wave of emotions and elation that came over me as I rounded the track for the fourth time. It truly was an amazing feeling.
You better believe that I just celebrated this achievement with an ice cream cone. Sadly, that is not a first for me. I celebrate with ice cream way too often. I’m all like, “Woohoo!! I got the laundry folded. Hooray!! Now, how about some ice cream.” I really need to work on that bad habit. But not tonight. Tonight, I will celebrate.
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Summer Randomness
I can’t believe summer vacation is halfway over. The Back-to-School ads are taunting me. My list of unfinished projects is taunting me. How can one season fly by so fast?
Before the entire summer just vanishes into thin air, I thought I’d do a recap of sorts. Pour yourself a glass of lemonade and get ready for a good old-fashioned random post.
Thoughts On Family Fun..
-We started off the summer with a trip to Kings Dominion in Virginia. I’m loving the fact that my kids are riding roller coasters with us now. We rode this one together about 3 times that day:
Anaconda!
Now I know that some readers may be frowning about the fact that I put my kids on these death traps, but I am quite sure that statistically speaking the ride in the car to school is way more dangerous.
-Ever since my daughter learned to ride her bike without training wheels we’ve been spending a lot of time on our bikes. The only problem is the pain. I don’t remember my butt hurting so much when I was younger. To all you avid cyclists, is there a solution to butt pain or is it just part of the deal?
-Last weekend we rode the Baltimore /Annapolis trail and spent the afternoon in downtown Annapolis. We were walking through the town when I noticed a window display with some very familiar and frightening footwear. I just had to take a pic for you guys.
How about a closer look:
They were actually more disturbing in person than they appear in the photo. I would have stopped in the store to try them on but I was too scared much in a hurry for dinner. I couldn’t try them on with an empty stomach (or a full one for that matter).
-We have a new member of our family and her name is Susan. She lives on our front porch.
Susan is a morning dove that has taken up residence in our hanging geranium plant. The kids gave her that name and I think it fits her perfectly. Her babies are named Bailey and Jacob. The poor plant doesn’t have a name. I’m hoping that Susan and the babies will fly away soon so I can nurse the pitiful thing back to life.
Thoughts On Exercise:
I started a new exercise program and it is going great so far. I’m scared that blogging about it will jinx it, but let me just say that I think I may have found something I can actually stick with. Here is what I’m doing:
Toning (I just the basic moves–squats, bicep curls, tricep kick backs, crunches, some yoga, etc..)
Cardio (I have been biking 1.5 miles and/or running and walking 1 mile. I plan to increase it as I get faster and stronger)
I just put on my iPod and get moving. It is about 40-60 minutes total from start to finish.
The running is going very well. I’m working my way up to running a full mile without stopping. It hasn’t happened so far (just 1/2 mile) but I can feel myself getting stronger every day. The first day I thought I was going to die and now after two weeks of consistently moving, I feel pretty good. And the strangest thing is that I actually look forward to running. I never, EVER thought I’d be one of “those” people who say ridiculous things like that, but it is true how addictive it can be. I love the feeling I get after I finish.
My long-term goal is to be able to do the St. Patrick’s Day 5K. Now I know that is a really long time away, but honestly it may take me that long to get into shape. My friend says I should do it because there is free beer at the end. Am I really going to want to drink beer after running that much? It seems like a recipe for disaster but what do I know?
On reading…
I finished The New Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society and thought it was a decent book overall. If you’ve read any of the reviews on Amazon, you will probably notice that most people rave about this book. I thought it was very interesting and I enjoyed learning about life in World War II, but I can’t say that I absolutely loved the book. I liked how it was written in letter format, but it did make it hard to remember and connect with some of the characters. Another problem is that I don’t think the story really takes off until about page 180 and that is probably not such a good thing when the darn book was only 288 pages long.
Maybe I’m being harsh. I didn’t hate the book, but I just can’t say that it was one of my favorites.
I’m currently reading:
So far so good.
We are also listening to the first book in the Harry Potter saga. I want to see what all the fuss is about. I will say that the guy doing the narration is terrific. He does a great job at the different voices of the characters and also helps my kids to fall asleep.
On TV…
I gave in and started watching Big Brother again. I don’t know where CBS finds these people but the majority of the house is INSANE. Seriously! There is so much drama this season. I love it!
My favorite houseguest is Jeff:
And not just because he is hot. He is one of the only people on the show that doesn’t get on my last nerve or seem like they belong in a mental institution.
Please tell me that I’m not the only loser watching this show. I know I can’t be since they keep bringing it back year after year.
On Movies…
Well, I’ve already told you how much I liked 500 Days of Summer and how I didn’t really care for The Proposal. Hmm…let’s see what else have I watched?
I took the kids to see Night at the Museum 2. This was just as good, if not better than the first installment. I may have just been in a silly mood but there were quite a few laugh out loud parts. I also really loved Amy Adams as Amelia Earhardt in this movie. I think I am starting to like Amy Adams in just about anything. I doubt I’ll see it in theaters but Julie and Julia looks pretty cute:
I wouldn’t say I have a “girl crush” on her but I am beginning to see what all the hype is about her. She is just a fantastic actress and always fascinating to watch. I love how she embraces her roles.
Speaking of girl crushes, we recently watched Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story. While the movie itself was just ok (basically a parody of Walk the Line and other music biopics) I found myself wanting to find Jenna Fischer, kidnap her convince her to move to Maryland so we could be BFFs. Do you think she would go for it?
On Things To Look Forward To In Fall…
Mark your calendar for October 6th. It will be an early birthday present for me. Ryan Gosling’s band Dead Man’s Bones will finally be releasing their much-anticipated* album.
*Note: I’m not exactly sure how anticipated this album really is. I just know that I am very much looking forward to hearing it and becoming a groupie when they go on tour.
Ok, that is more than enough random for one post. If you want more, head over to Keely’s place for Random Tuesday Thoughts.
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