I was dismissed today from jury duty. I was certain that I would be selected. I spent 2 days in the jury box as "#7" only to be cut. I am disappointed. However, good things did come from an early dismissal.
I met my friend for lunch and she shared about her trip to New York, he 6-month anniversary with her girlfriend and her return to the gym. She also mentioned that she noticed my weight loss. That made me feel great.
It was great not to have to be anywhere until 9:30. I would very much enjoy a 9:30 to 4:30 schedule daily. My current schedule is 7:30 to 4. I changed it recently so that I can make it to step as well as get my workout into my day before I am starving. It is incredible what the hour does for my psyche. I am at the office for about an hour before my supervisor and am leaving right as my energy is waning. This has been a great lift to my spirit. The schedule change also allows me to enjoy more sun during the day.
So, tomorrow, I'll be back in the office. Fortunately, it is only for part of the day. I will probably take a solo trip to another county for some work on Monday as my co-worker's mother is set for surgery and there is pressure from our supervisor to do all of these tasks. Sadly, my co-worker and I see a lot of this work as "wasted energy." Oh well, it's better than being in the office.
My friend from work emailed me to share that she had a dream about me. She said that we were running. (She is an avid runner and agreed to run the half with me.) Well, she said that while we were running, I was talking about MY wedding. The strange thing is that last night, Matt shared that he was thinking about our future together and that he was thinking about what our kids would look like. It's as if she sensed this. I thought it was pretty neat.
I have a wacky couple of hours to take care of some work things. I have to drop off my car at the dealership for air conditioning repair, then, get a rental car for work purposes then hit the gym. I should just bring all of my workout items and head to the gym close to the dealership. It stays a bit less crowded than the one closer to my house.
Here's a wacky story: Matt comes out to watch me play my last game. I told my friend, Mark, who is on the opposing team, that I was going to introduce them. I call Mark over and Matt and he look at each other and say, "Don't you work out in MV?!" How crazy is that! They already have crossed paths MANY times. It was pretty cool. So, all this time I have been sharing about Matt to Mark and they know of each other. LOL Small world!!
Thursday, May 31, 2007
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Jury Selection
Today, I had jury duty. Luckily, we did not have to report until 10 AM which allowed me to get plenty of sleep and play around the house in the morning. That is always a fun thing for me. Well, I am currently juror #7 in the jury selection process. We will know by tomorrow the complete jury and 2 alternates. I hope to get selected. The entire process is supposed to last through next week.
It is interesting the types of questions that you are asked. Most people say that they will be impartial to the attorneys and to the defendant. There were a few that were dismissed because of prior experiences. I sat there wondering if I could be 100% impartial. I think that it would be a lie for most people to say that they are.
I saw myself looking at the prosecution attorney who had a nose brace on in the morning. Did she have a nose job? I looked at the defense attorney. He's cute. I wonder if that makes me impartial. The other fact is that the prosecution is being run by a law student. How serious are they taking this case? Interesting.
Anyway, I met a women who happens to live in my city who is of the selection pool. I ended up driving her to where her car was as it was on my way home. I am always quick to offer convenience to others even if they are strangers. I have been told that I trust too easily. I think that my intuition is pretty strong and allows me to stay out of harms way. I like how quickly I connect with good people.
I am having dinner with Matt tonight before my last softball game which is at 9 PM. I am happy to have Matt see me in action. Hopefully, I have my best game yet. LOL
Eating today has been relatively good. I did get a dulce de leche latte from Starbucks. I had to laugh that my Vietnamese lunch cost me $4.50 and that the coffee cost $3.15. What is wrong with that picture?! LOL
I also stopped in to not one, but two Chinese bakeries during our lunch break. The first bakery didn't have the coconut bread that I love. For four items, my total was $1.90. If I am ever down and out, I will be eating well in Chinatown. LOL
It is interesting the types of questions that you are asked. Most people say that they will be impartial to the attorneys and to the defendant. There were a few that were dismissed because of prior experiences. I sat there wondering if I could be 100% impartial. I think that it would be a lie for most people to say that they are.
I saw myself looking at the prosecution attorney who had a nose brace on in the morning. Did she have a nose job? I looked at the defense attorney. He's cute. I wonder if that makes me impartial. The other fact is that the prosecution is being run by a law student. How serious are they taking this case? Interesting.
Anyway, I met a women who happens to live in my city who is of the selection pool. I ended up driving her to where her car was as it was on my way home. I am always quick to offer convenience to others even if they are strangers. I have been told that I trust too easily. I think that my intuition is pretty strong and allows me to stay out of harms way. I like how quickly I connect with good people.
I am having dinner with Matt tonight before my last softball game which is at 9 PM. I am happy to have Matt see me in action. Hopefully, I have my best game yet. LOL
Eating today has been relatively good. I did get a dulce de leche latte from Starbucks. I had to laugh that my Vietnamese lunch cost me $4.50 and that the coffee cost $3.15. What is wrong with that picture?! LOL
I also stopped in to not one, but two Chinese bakeries during our lunch break. The first bakery didn't have the coconut bread that I love. For four items, my total was $1.90. If I am ever down and out, I will be eating well in Chinatown. LOL
Jury Duty and Progress
I report for jury duty today at 10 AM. Every time that I share with people that I have jury duty, they ask, "Did you try to get out of it?". I must be an anomaly. I enjoy getting the day off from work and going to get excused from jury duty for another 18 months.
About 3 years ago, I served as a jury member on a civil trial. It was quite an experience and led me to meeting a good friend of mine. I was just thinking about her and how we drifted after a couple of years. That friendship was definitely a "season" in my life. I am so appreciative of my friend and what a wonderful person she is.
Step class was awesome last night. I arrived right before class started so I was not able to get my normal--by-the-mirror spot that I enjoy. It ensures that no one is on my right side and I get to look at myself while I am sweating. LOL I like to check my form and see the progress that I am making.
I was definitely tired from 2 back-to-back step classes. I am giving myself today off to recuperate and will be hitting it hard tomorrow with my new Turbulence Training workout. It is a 4-week rotation for shedding fat and building muscle. Woo Hoo!!
I have to go get ready now. I plan to take the train, but if parking is non-existent at the station, I will be driving.
About 3 years ago, I served as a jury member on a civil trial. It was quite an experience and led me to meeting a good friend of mine. I was just thinking about her and how we drifted after a couple of years. That friendship was definitely a "season" in my life. I am so appreciative of my friend and what a wonderful person she is.
Step class was awesome last night. I arrived right before class started so I was not able to get my normal--by-the-mirror spot that I enjoy. It ensures that no one is on my right side and I get to look at myself while I am sweating. LOL I like to check my form and see the progress that I am making.
I was definitely tired from 2 back-to-back step classes. I am giving myself today off to recuperate and will be hitting it hard tomorrow with my new Turbulence Training workout. It is a 4-week rotation for shedding fat and building muscle. Woo Hoo!!
I have to go get ready now. I plan to take the train, but if parking is non-existent at the station, I will be driving.
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
My Weight Loss Site
I've decided to share with you my past: www.geocities.com/mikkame77/weight_loss1
This is where I've come from. Now, is where I am going...
This is where I've come from. Now, is where I am going...
Monday Morning
I had an interesting night's sleep, waking up multiple times during the evening. Finally, I awoke to my alarm at 5 AM and got out of bed at 5:04. I contemplated hitting the gym early, instead choosing to play with my new TTmembers.com membership. I downloaded some of the awesome Fat Loss manuals and one of the fat loss teleseminars. I plan on listening to the teleseminar on the way home this evening.
On the way in to the office, I listened to half of Scott Tousignant's (www.unstoppablefatloss.com) interview of John Allen Mollenhauer "JAM" www.performancelifestyle.com. The topic of the call was how we can use the ways of a peak performer (athlete, top business person, etc.) to make lifestyle changes in our lives. The key point that I took away is that "non-performers" tend to think that we have to perform at 100% all the time in our lives. No wonder it is so daunting. It made me think about top athletes: they have an "on-season" and "off-season" for good reason. The on-season is for performing and achieving the benefits of all of the work in the off-season. In the off-season, they are practicing and training, tweaking and revisiting their performances from the on-season. They are working hard, but they are also recuperating and getting the "game face" perfected. They allow for slip-ups, screw-ups and set-ups.
Why don't I follow the same game plan? I wonder when my "on-season" is and when I have my "off-season". I think, easily, on-season for fitness is summer when I vacation, participating in summer sports and activities and am wearing less clothing. :) If I were a winter-sport enthusiast, I would assume that my on-season would be winter and my off would be spring-summer. I am going to play with this idea and see where it takes me.
My gym time will be at 5:30 PM with my advanced step class. The instructor, Renee, decided to offer a 9 AM class yesterday morning. Boy, that class is fun, but MAN, it kicks my ass. I am wondering if two step class days in a row is a bit for me because I am just getting back to it. Enjoying it so much, I think that I will be okay. I will still monitor my energy throughout the class and for the rest of the week.
Overall, the weekend was fantastic. Matt met my mom on Saturday evening as planned. When she first saw him, she exclaimed, "Oh, he is so cute!" He really is! I asked her later about him and again she said, "I cannot believe how cute he is. I didn't expect him to look anything like that. I thought that he would look much older." I laughed. So, an old, ugly man for your daughter? LOL
After dinner on Saturday, Matt and I had an incredible time lounging on my couch talking about "us". It feels great to be where 'we' are in our relationship. It's been a long time since I've had such a solid sense of direction in a relationship.
We ended up going to my friend's 70's themed party in the city. Wow! Her home is gorgeous. We stayed for about an hour and a half before I got too tired to continue. (We didn't leave my house until 10 PM.)
When we got back to my house, we went to bed. What I didn't was such a rush of intense emotion to overwhelm me. I cannot even remember experiencing anything like it with anyone else. I do remember having such an experience while meditating. I am glad that he was there to experience it with me.
So, today's plan is to have about 1400-1600 calories and do my step class this evening. I am very excited to review Craig Ballantyne's Turbulence Training Manual. I'll have a review of it here.
On the way in to the office, I listened to half of Scott Tousignant's (www.unstoppablefatloss.com) interview of John Allen Mollenhauer "JAM" www.performancelifestyle.com. The topic of the call was how we can use the ways of a peak performer (athlete, top business person, etc.) to make lifestyle changes in our lives. The key point that I took away is that "non-performers" tend to think that we have to perform at 100% all the time in our lives. No wonder it is so daunting. It made me think about top athletes: they have an "on-season" and "off-season" for good reason. The on-season is for performing and achieving the benefits of all of the work in the off-season. In the off-season, they are practicing and training, tweaking and revisiting their performances from the on-season. They are working hard, but they are also recuperating and getting the "game face" perfected. They allow for slip-ups, screw-ups and set-ups.
Why don't I follow the same game plan? I wonder when my "on-season" is and when I have my "off-season". I think, easily, on-season for fitness is summer when I vacation, participating in summer sports and activities and am wearing less clothing. :) If I were a winter-sport enthusiast, I would assume that my on-season would be winter and my off would be spring-summer. I am going to play with this idea and see where it takes me.
My gym time will be at 5:30 PM with my advanced step class. The instructor, Renee, decided to offer a 9 AM class yesterday morning. Boy, that class is fun, but MAN, it kicks my ass. I am wondering if two step class days in a row is a bit for me because I am just getting back to it. Enjoying it so much, I think that I will be okay. I will still monitor my energy throughout the class and for the rest of the week.
Overall, the weekend was fantastic. Matt met my mom on Saturday evening as planned. When she first saw him, she exclaimed, "Oh, he is so cute!" He really is! I asked her later about him and again she said, "I cannot believe how cute he is. I didn't expect him to look anything like that. I thought that he would look much older." I laughed. So, an old, ugly man for your daughter? LOL
After dinner on Saturday, Matt and I had an incredible time lounging on my couch talking about "us". It feels great to be where 'we' are in our relationship. It's been a long time since I've had such a solid sense of direction in a relationship.
We ended up going to my friend's 70's themed party in the city. Wow! Her home is gorgeous. We stayed for about an hour and a half before I got too tired to continue. (We didn't leave my house until 10 PM.)
When we got back to my house, we went to bed. What I didn't was such a rush of intense emotion to overwhelm me. I cannot even remember experiencing anything like it with anyone else. I do remember having such an experience while meditating. I am glad that he was there to experience it with me.
So, today's plan is to have about 1400-1600 calories and do my step class this evening. I am very excited to review Craig Ballantyne's Turbulence Training Manual. I'll have a review of it here.
Friday, May 25, 2007
Friday!
So, I am happy! Do you know why?! It's Friday of a long weekend. I am so excited to go running shoe shopping, get my butt kicked at step on Saturday morning, have mom me Matt and attend a friend's party on Saturday. Yes, I did say that my mom is about to meet my new "boy". She is preparing dinner for us. I hope that the weather is great so that we can eat outside.
I spent the night at Matt's. This was my first time doing so. It was a great way to spend time with him and still get to work on time. There is nothing like having to get out of a warm bed with a warm body and head out for work. He said, "I could get used to waking up to you."
Last night, as we were drifting off to sleep, I had terrible stomach cramps. There is nothing like having to use the bathroom at your new guy's place. Fortunately, there was little embarrassment on my part. I remember one time actually leaving a guy's house because of 'having the stomach flu'. I talked to him the next day and told him why. He said, "You should have just gone here." Yeah right!! LOL
I didn't train last night for my half. I need to create or find a training schedule so that I am not just shooting in the dark. I like having a plan as well as flexibility. I am definitely going to make sure that I am doing plenty of cross-training for different reasons. I want to have fun and stay healthy while I am training. Doing much of one thing is never good. When I was losing weight the first time, I did a little of everything workout wise. Walking, running, elliptical, step aerobics, circuit training, heavy lifting, high-reps were all a part of my weekly routine. I think that is how I was able to love my workouts. I worked out indoors and out, at home and in the gym. Wherever, whenever, however, I always was well-equipped with a contingency plan.
I spent the night at Matt's. This was my first time doing so. It was a great way to spend time with him and still get to work on time. There is nothing like having to get out of a warm bed with a warm body and head out for work. He said, "I could get used to waking up to you."
Last night, as we were drifting off to sleep, I had terrible stomach cramps. There is nothing like having to use the bathroom at your new guy's place. Fortunately, there was little embarrassment on my part. I remember one time actually leaving a guy's house because of 'having the stomach flu'. I talked to him the next day and told him why. He said, "You should have just gone here." Yeah right!! LOL
I didn't train last night for my half. I need to create or find a training schedule so that I am not just shooting in the dark. I like having a plan as well as flexibility. I am definitely going to make sure that I am doing plenty of cross-training for different reasons. I want to have fun and stay healthy while I am training. Doing much of one thing is never good. When I was losing weight the first time, I did a little of everything workout wise. Walking, running, elliptical, step aerobics, circuit training, heavy lifting, high-reps were all a part of my weekly routine. I think that is how I was able to love my workouts. I worked out indoors and out, at home and in the gym. Wherever, whenever, however, I always was well-equipped with a contingency plan.
Thursday, May 24, 2007
Dancing, Dieting and Divas
I love Dancing with the Stars. I think it is a wonderful show that illustrates what hard work and dedication can do in a short period of time. It is also just plain entertainment at its best. What I really enjoyed on the last show was when the producers showed clips from the people around the two finalists: Apolo Anton Ohno and Joey Fatone. What struck me about Apolo's corner was that each person talked about how hard Apolo works at everything that he does. That spoke so loudly to me in so many ways, the most impactful being that he trains in life to be great. I reflected on my own life and wondered where I was giving 100%. I was startled to think that I rarely give 100% honest effort anywhere. Luckily, I feel I am giving what it takes with my relationship with Matt. I am going to assess where I stand in each important area and see what it will take for me to give 90-100% more consistently.
So, my food journalling continues to be successful. I am excited to add some video to my blog of my workouts, thoughts and experiences as I train for my first road race and get back to goal.
I was proud of myself for making a better choice with dinner yesterday. I went to my mom's house for dinner last night. She prepared tacos! Yummy! Well, I normally eat two, but instead and because of my goals, I ate one with an ear of corn. I ended up being hungry later so I had a fruit juice bar 70 cal (for something sweet) and a mango dried fruit bar (60 cal). I held off on eating veggies chips and chocolate which would have not been good for my day. I made better choices and I am proud of that.
I was pleased that Jordin Sparks won AI last night. She was the better singer of the two. Blake was AWESOME last night as he performed with Doug E. Fresh. I will go on record and say that Blake stole the performance from D.E.F! His range of talent is incredible. I wonder where he is going to be able to go with being runner-up AI and his beat-boxing.
So, I officially started training for my 1/2 marathon on Tuesday, but I haven't started running yet. I plan to do some run/walking this evening. I have a lot of questions about training and of course, there are thousands of links for HOW to train for a road race. I plan on getting some new shoes this weekend to assist me in staying healthy as I train. Woo HOO!!
So, my food journalling continues to be successful. I am excited to add some video to my blog of my workouts, thoughts and experiences as I train for my first road race and get back to goal.
I was proud of myself for making a better choice with dinner yesterday. I went to my mom's house for dinner last night. She prepared tacos! Yummy! Well, I normally eat two, but instead and because of my goals, I ate one with an ear of corn. I ended up being hungry later so I had a fruit juice bar 70 cal (for something sweet) and a mango dried fruit bar (60 cal). I held off on eating veggies chips and chocolate which would have not been good for my day. I made better choices and I am proud of that.
I was pleased that Jordin Sparks won AI last night. She was the better singer of the two. Blake was AWESOME last night as he performed with Doug E. Fresh. I will go on record and say that Blake stole the performance from D.E.F! His range of talent is incredible. I wonder where he is going to be able to go with being runner-up AI and his beat-boxing.
So, I officially started training for my 1/2 marathon on Tuesday, but I haven't started running yet. I plan to do some run/walking this evening. I have a lot of questions about training and of course, there are thousands of links for HOW to train for a road race. I plan on getting some new shoes this weekend to assist me in staying healthy as I train. Woo HOO!!
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Weight Loss Blogs, Half Marathon and My Boy!
I love weight loss-related blogs! And I love RSS! Some days, I check my favorites 2-3 times in hopes of news messages, photos and, my absolute favorite, VIDEO. I love seeing video of people in their weight loss/maintenance journey. One of my current faves is Tracy Reifkind. http://tracyrif.blogspot.com/ She has lost over 100 lbs through a modified diet and kettlebell training.
Oh, speaking of kettlebells, I just won my first one on Ebay. Those suckers are pretty pricey. I just won mine for $10. There wasn't any competition unlike most other auctions. This one is shiny and red. I have a couple of DVDs that I purchased first. I hear that you can get a KB from GNC for $10. I'd like to check that out.
I have been journalling my food for the last 5 days which is a new current record. I used to keep my food journal so accurate it was amazing. It also was the reason that I was able to lose 85 pounds in about a year and a half. This time around, I am making no judgement on my food choices quite yet. The funny thing is that I automatically look for healthier alternatives when I know that I am writing it down. I like that...a lot!
I have been studying a lot on nutrition and exercise in desire of creating a lifestyle change that will last. I am a lot more interested in how foods affect overall health and discovering the most effective ways to get fit, shed fat and build muscle. It is such a complicated mess of information but I like reading and APPLYING the information that I am learning. I will probably lean to a 80/20% (healthy/'extras) rule and create my meals around vegetation, cut back on refined products and keep a small amount of animal products in my diet. I have contemplated becoming a vegetarian for about a year now. I will see how my diet evolves through my lifestyle change.
October 16th marks my 30th birthday. In celebration, I have decided to run the San Jose Rock and Roll Half-Marathon on October 14th, 2007. I have never done a road race before. I am excited that I have begun to enlist a team to join me in my training and my race. What a wonderful way to get healthier together and celebrate a new decade.
So, Matt and I officially are exclusive. He was so cute on Sunday. He knows that I am working to release my excess fat. He wanted to make it very clear to me that he "loves" my body as it is and that he would still "love" it if I didn't lose any weight. That gave me such energy to continue my program. To have someone that you care about express his feelings of acceptance to something that you may not totally accept is an awesome feeling. Thank you, Matt!
I will update my blog with training, progress photos and VIDEO!! since I know how fun it is to see a transformation.
Oh, speaking of kettlebells, I just won my first one on Ebay. Those suckers are pretty pricey. I just won mine for $10. There wasn't any competition unlike most other auctions. This one is shiny and red. I have a couple of DVDs that I purchased first. I hear that you can get a KB from GNC for $10. I'd like to check that out.
I have been journalling my food for the last 5 days which is a new current record. I used to keep my food journal so accurate it was amazing. It also was the reason that I was able to lose 85 pounds in about a year and a half. This time around, I am making no judgement on my food choices quite yet. The funny thing is that I automatically look for healthier alternatives when I know that I am writing it down. I like that...a lot!
I have been studying a lot on nutrition and exercise in desire of creating a lifestyle change that will last. I am a lot more interested in how foods affect overall health and discovering the most effective ways to get fit, shed fat and build muscle. It is such a complicated mess of information but I like reading and APPLYING the information that I am learning. I will probably lean to a 80/20% (healthy/'extras) rule and create my meals around vegetation, cut back on refined products and keep a small amount of animal products in my diet. I have contemplated becoming a vegetarian for about a year now. I will see how my diet evolves through my lifestyle change.
October 16th marks my 30th birthday. In celebration, I have decided to run the San Jose Rock and Roll Half-Marathon on October 14th, 2007. I have never done a road race before. I am excited that I have begun to enlist a team to join me in my training and my race. What a wonderful way to get healthier together and celebrate a new decade.
So, Matt and I officially are exclusive. He was so cute on Sunday. He knows that I am working to release my excess fat. He wanted to make it very clear to me that he "loves" my body as it is and that he would still "love" it if I didn't lose any weight. That gave me such energy to continue my program. To have someone that you care about express his feelings of acceptance to something that you may not totally accept is an awesome feeling. Thank you, Matt!
I will update my blog with training, progress photos and VIDEO!! since I know how fun it is to see a transformation.
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Always a new day
Good Tuesday morning! I am about to listen in on a conference call that will discuss "Emergency Turn Around Tactics" for weight loss. I have been working out and watching my food intake for about 5 weeks. Well, last week, I was sent out of town on a work assignment. I didn't continue my workouts nor my better eating habits. Why is it that when I am not home, all goes out the window? That is how I gained all but 15 pounds back from the 85 that I lost over a 14-month period.
This is crazy.
I am hitting the step class today at 5:30. This will DEFINITELY get me on a positive track. The step class is 60 minutes of pure sweat and I need it. I am also going to hit the gym in the morning again. I know that this is the only way that I ensure that I am getting my workout done.
My workout schedule was also messed up due to the collapse of the interchange. Who knew how a road condition could screw up one's day so immensely. LOL
I am seriously considering a return to Weight Watchers. I know that this program works for me and I can reconsider my program as I approach goal. I need the support. I need the accountability. I am looking at starting this evening or in the next 2 days. I am not going to wait for the time to be right. I am just going to get started!
This is crazy.
I am hitting the step class today at 5:30. This will DEFINITELY get me on a positive track. The step class is 60 minutes of pure sweat and I need it. I am also going to hit the gym in the morning again. I know that this is the only way that I ensure that I am getting my workout done.
My workout schedule was also messed up due to the collapse of the interchange. Who knew how a road condition could screw up one's day so immensely. LOL
I am seriously considering a return to Weight Watchers. I know that this program works for me and I can reconsider my program as I approach goal. I need the support. I need the accountability. I am looking at starting this evening or in the next 2 days. I am not going to wait for the time to be right. I am just going to get started!
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Thanks Tony!
So, today as I am driving my 40 mile commute to work in traffic, I decide to get grateful! I am a huge Tony Robbins fan! I have one of his series, "Get the Edge" on my iPod. For some reason, I decided to listen to his Power Hour program. One of the segments is called, "Get Grateful and Visualize". I started tapping on my heart and thinking about all the wonderful things in my life that I am grateful for. I thought of my health, my family, the faces of my nieces, my Mary Kay business, Bea, my car, my desire for knowledge and application, etc. Then, I started thinking about my immense gratitude for my Date with Destiny experience. I started to tear up. It was so beautiful. I have so much gratitude for the wonderful experience, the people and the knowledge that I gained from my week-long trek back to myself. Thank you Jen for your brilliance, your beauty and your friendship. Thank you Vito for your sensuality, your amazing humor, your beautiful smile and tremendous style. Thank you Ray for your energy, your enthusiasm, your willingness to grow. I am forever moved by you all! I treasure my experience so deeply.
My wish for you is to experience gratitude like you've never experienced it before. Get up and get grateful!
I feel this incredible sense of calm in my heart.
My wish for you is to experience gratitude like you've never experienced it before. Get up and get grateful!
I feel this incredible sense of calm in my heart.
Saturday, January 20, 2007
Friday, January 19, 2007
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Breathe....Just Breathe
Music, it is so powerful and transforming. How quickly can I change my mood and my state with a song. I am listening to music on my laptop and each song changes me in the moment. It is so incredible how listening to Breathe (2 AM) makes me take such deep breaths. I have noticed recently that it feels as if I am holding my breath. I don't know why. I just find myself thinking and holding my breath. I don't think that I am stressed out or crazed about something. I wonder what is causing it.
So, I have completed 5 days of my three 30-day goals. I shared the 30-day concept with Karen in the office and she was totally intrigued. I gave her http://www.stevepavlina.com/ to check out. I so am digging that site and his 'experiments'. I am so digging my 5 days of success. I am excited to increase my list of goals to tackle for the upcoming year.
I signed up for Marcia Wieder's http://www.dreamcoach.com/ Dream Circle this week. I have had a tons of fun downloading her teleclasses to my iPod. (Speaking of which, I need to manifest another larger MP3 player into my life. I need more space for more music, lectures, etc.) Anyway, yesterday on the way to work, I listened to "Dealing with Doubt". There were some gems in the lecture that got my brain going. One of the things that really got my attention was sharing your dream with others. How many people talk about their dreams anymore?
So, today, I shared my dream at lunch which my co-workers. It felt kind of awkward and empowering at the same time. One of the ladies got excited and shared that she wanted a career makeover. I shared the information about "What Color is Your Parachute?" http://www.jobhuntersbible.com/. I listened to Richard Bolles today on the way to work. I ended up buying one of his recommended books: ASK. It's about a woman who finds that just by asking, she gets so many awesome perks. I can't wait to read and apply this information. I really enjoy Jack Canfield's Aladdin Factor which is similar...I think. I need to re-read that book and APPLY the knowledge.
Another gem of an idea came from MW herself. The topic was Big Intention 2007. She shared that we need to set our intentions (goals, prayers) out ahead of us. She also shared that we should place our intentions in OUR own actions and not on the outcome. This is such a powerful idea. I know that it is not the first time that I heard this, but this time it really struck my core. While coaching with Shyanne, she shared this idea. It worked well, but I allowed my old pattern of thinking of the outcome get me. I know now that it is because I value "certainty" so highly. Yeah, I learned that too is an illusion. Ha ha!
Due to my 5 days of working out, I am (happily) sore. My abs, my glutes, my calves, my back are all sore. Woo Hoo! I am working it baby. It reminds me of what I get to look forward to: a fit, healthy, ready-for-action, kick-ass physique. I will be doing cardio tomorrow. More Chalene baby!
On Monday's episode of Oprah, Bob Greene shared his new program and book, The Best Life Diet http://www.thebestlife.com/ . Debbie encouraged me to enter for a chance for Oprah's crew to follow me while I achieve my goals. Wouldn't that be something for accountability?! So, today, I sent my 2000-character, online entry with 3 photos to http://www.oprah.com/. I wonder when they are going to announce the 'winners'. How incredible would that be?
I was supposed to meet Dave for our second coaching session in SF. I decided to re-schedule our appointment due to the fact that there were only 2 lanes open on the bridge at commute time. I chose to not sit in the crazy traffic even though I was excited to meet for our planning session. I hope that he can get me in this weekend.
My intention for tomorrow: To get an awesome workout in before work. To walk with calmness in my heart. To be a blessing to each person that I encounter. To do a great job with each interview.
So, I have completed 5 days of my three 30-day goals. I shared the 30-day concept with Karen in the office and she was totally intrigued. I gave her http://www.stevepavlina.com/ to check out. I so am digging that site and his 'experiments'. I am so digging my 5 days of success. I am excited to increase my list of goals to tackle for the upcoming year.
I signed up for Marcia Wieder's http://www.dreamcoach.com/ Dream Circle this week. I have had a tons of fun downloading her teleclasses to my iPod. (Speaking of which, I need to manifest another larger MP3 player into my life. I need more space for more music, lectures, etc.) Anyway, yesterday on the way to work, I listened to "Dealing with Doubt". There were some gems in the lecture that got my brain going. One of the things that really got my attention was sharing your dream with others. How many people talk about their dreams anymore?
So, today, I shared my dream at lunch which my co-workers. It felt kind of awkward and empowering at the same time. One of the ladies got excited and shared that she wanted a career makeover. I shared the information about "What Color is Your Parachute?" http://www.jobhuntersbible.com/. I listened to Richard Bolles today on the way to work. I ended up buying one of his recommended books: ASK. It's about a woman who finds that just by asking, she gets so many awesome perks. I can't wait to read and apply this information. I really enjoy Jack Canfield's Aladdin Factor which is similar...I think. I need to re-read that book and APPLY the knowledge.
Another gem of an idea came from MW herself. The topic was Big Intention 2007. She shared that we need to set our intentions (goals, prayers) out ahead of us. She also shared that we should place our intentions in OUR own actions and not on the outcome. This is such a powerful idea. I know that it is not the first time that I heard this, but this time it really struck my core. While coaching with Shyanne, she shared this idea. It worked well, but I allowed my old pattern of thinking of the outcome get me. I know now that it is because I value "certainty" so highly. Yeah, I learned that too is an illusion. Ha ha!
Due to my 5 days of working out, I am (happily) sore. My abs, my glutes, my calves, my back are all sore. Woo Hoo! I am working it baby. It reminds me of what I get to look forward to: a fit, healthy, ready-for-action, kick-ass physique. I will be doing cardio tomorrow. More Chalene baby!
On Monday's episode of Oprah, Bob Greene shared his new program and book, The Best Life Diet http://www.thebestlife.com/ . Debbie encouraged me to enter for a chance for Oprah's crew to follow me while I achieve my goals. Wouldn't that be something for accountability?! So, today, I sent my 2000-character, online entry with 3 photos to http://www.oprah.com/. I wonder when they are going to announce the 'winners'. How incredible would that be?
I was supposed to meet Dave for our second coaching session in SF. I decided to re-schedule our appointment due to the fact that there were only 2 lanes open on the bridge at commute time. I chose to not sit in the crazy traffic even though I was excited to meet for our planning session. I hope that he can get me in this weekend.
My intention for tomorrow: To get an awesome workout in before work. To walk with calmness in my heart. To be a blessing to each person that I encounter. To do a great job with each interview.
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
2006--->bleck, 2007---> My best year yet!
So, I realize that I haven't updated my blog in a loooooong time. A year to be more precise. I expect this to change. I am totally into journalling now...okay, I want to be, but I have been so consistent in writing. It feels great.
I also just realized that I need to come up with some new adjectives for awesome, great, fantastic. I want to expand my 'positive reaction' vocabulary so that it is more exciting and a better representation of my true sentiments.
Anyway, 2006 overall was a poopy year. I gained another 25 pounds. I grew deeper in debt. I still am at my job that does not fulfill me. It's funny how this happened despite the fact that I was VERY aware of my ability to create any change that I desire in my life. It is as if because I was aware of it that it became larger than me.
The highlight of my year was my Date with Destiny experience in December. Shortly before attending my six-day event in Palm Springs (December 6-11th), I reviewed my year. It was then that I realized that 2006 was an utter disappointment. Thank goodness that I didn't have to leave 2006 that way.
With just 3 weeks left, I created the best experience of my life. I see now that my "winter" allowed for my 'SPRING' to take hold. I am ready for change, I am ready for growth. I am ready to implement the knowledge, tools and resources that I have spent the last 2 years growing, gathering and cultivating. It is now time to pluck the ripe fruit from the vine. Not another book, lecture or coaching session is going to make me 'even more ready' for what actions I need to take. It's time to use industry to make my goals a reality. Pure, consistent, hard work is going to take me through what I know to what I am. This is something that I have been unwilling to do. No one gets to a dream without doing the work necessary. I have been waiting for my dream to land in my lap. When was the last time that ever happened?! Ha!
What I want:
1. Lose 70 pounds by October 1st, 2007.
2. Grow my spirituality through practice of meditation, self-love and manifesting.
3. Reduce my debt by $15,000.
4. Attend and graduate at the top of my makeup artistry class. Be invited to work with a well-established organization.
Why I want it.
1. I want to be show up at my 30th birthday fitter and finer than ever!
2. It feels so great to be connected to God. I know that I will have a sense of fulfillment that is available regardless of material matters and current external circumstances.
3. This is more weight than the excess weight that hangs on my body. Reducing my debt by $15,000 will alleviate so much pressure and stress from my life. This will also bring me closer to financial freedom
4. Makeup artistry has been a love and passion of mine for a long time. It is therapy for me. I love how I feel with a job well done. I also love to see how the women react when they feel good about how they look. It's a portal to creating a stronger sense of internal beauty.
What I am doing now:
I am working on my goals in stages. Currently, I am working on my spirituality and health and fitness goals as they are higher on my values list than the other goals. I have set up '30-day trial periods' to get my goals jump-started with a focus. It is so easy to create goals and even easier to forget about them. I found that working in stages with a short-term goal, I am more conscious of my desires. It also helps with my habit of procrastination.
I didn't realize how bad my habit of procrastination is. I didn't realize how quickly I create excuses to get out of what I need to be doing and stray from what is important to what I want now. Focusing on these short-term goals allows for me to focus on NOW instead of later. It is so simple, it's a breakthrough for me! Transformational!!!
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Wednesday, January 25, 2006
I am soooooooooo bored!
I've got less than 19 minutes to add a post before the scheduled outage.
Ugh! I am so incredibly bored at the office today. When am I going to get it that I have the means to get out of here and never look back. I hate these days. It is such a waste of life to sit at a desk and just wait for the work hours to elapse so that I can escape to the world that entices me.
I have been snacking because it gives me something to do. After my bowl of soup for lunch, I had 2 chocolate Riesen, a Jolly Rancher Mango spicy lollipop and 2 maple cookies. Now, I needed none of that nor was I in the slightest hungry. But again, it gave me something to do.
I had my coaching call this afternoon during my lunch break. I started crying twice. We were talking about 'old stuff' and how it continues to affect what I do today. I can't wait to bring it all up. I have stuffed it down and ignored it for so long. I can't wait to release it and let it go forever. I didn't realize how I have let my past experiences affect me for so long and so unnecessarily! Yuck.
I have come to a few realizations that have been big eye-openers. They've all been popping up so quickly in these last few weeks. I hope that I am ready to shed the garbage and get on with living the life that I am supposed to enjoy.
Let me say this, in no way am I miserable or depressed. I just know that I deserve to have a more incredible life than I am allowing fo r right now. Interesting stuff huh...
Ugh! I am so incredibly bored at the office today. When am I going to get it that I have the means to get out of here and never look back. I hate these days. It is such a waste of life to sit at a desk and just wait for the work hours to elapse so that I can escape to the world that entices me.
I have been snacking because it gives me something to do. After my bowl of soup for lunch, I had 2 chocolate Riesen, a Jolly Rancher Mango spicy lollipop and 2 maple cookies. Now, I needed none of that nor was I in the slightest hungry. But again, it gave me something to do.
I had my coaching call this afternoon during my lunch break. I started crying twice. We were talking about 'old stuff' and how it continues to affect what I do today. I can't wait to bring it all up. I have stuffed it down and ignored it for so long. I can't wait to release it and let it go forever. I didn't realize how I have let my past experiences affect me for so long and so unnecessarily! Yuck.
I have come to a few realizations that have been big eye-openers. They've all been popping up so quickly in these last few weeks. I hope that I am ready to shed the garbage and get on with living the life that I am supposed to enjoy.
Let me say this, in no way am I miserable or depressed. I just know that I deserve to have a more incredible life than I am allowing fo r right now. Interesting stuff huh...
Monday, January 23, 2006
Woo hoo!
So I've family updated my website to link this journal.
I am so happy! Last week I worked out every day AND I took 2 classes at the gym. One of the classes was a step class that I used to take 4-5 times a week. I was a little worried that I would be left behind with the choreography. I was pleasantly surprised that I got it down and was able to really work it. It was so fun and I left so much DNA on the floor. :)
On Sunday, I took the kickboxing class. I didn't perform as well as I did in the step class, but I still had a lot of fun.
I saw my crush yesterday. He is just too cute.
Well, it's 11 PM and I need to make my lunch and hit the sack so that can be up at 4:45 to go to the gym. Oh yeah, I purchased a new program called "cardio coach". It is a MP3 program that coaches you through your cardio workouts. I can't wait to try it out and see how it can positively affect my workout.
I am so happy! Last week I worked out every day AND I took 2 classes at the gym. One of the classes was a step class that I used to take 4-5 times a week. I was a little worried that I would be left behind with the choreography. I was pleasantly surprised that I got it down and was able to really work it. It was so fun and I left so much DNA on the floor. :)
On Sunday, I took the kickboxing class. I didn't perform as well as I did in the step class, but I still had a lot of fun.
I saw my crush yesterday. He is just too cute.
Well, it's 11 PM and I need to make my lunch and hit the sack so that can be up at 4:45 to go to the gym. Oh yeah, I purchased a new program called "cardio coach". It is a MP3 program that coaches you through your cardio workouts. I can't wait to try it out and see how it can positively affect my workout.
Wednesday, January 04, 2006
New Year, New You
It’s been a long while since I have been anywhere near this blog. Did I say something about not wanting to be one of those people who has a blog and never updates? LOL That’s me!
Well, 2005 ended well and now we enter 2006. I am so excited. I love new, fresh starts. It is always easier to start fresh at the beginning of a new year. I know that every day we are given a chance to start something new and exciting, but we usually wait until Sunday/Monday (whenever YOUR week begins) because it just feels right.
I have been on point with my weight loss efforts. I have exercised for 3 of the 4 days (and will have that 4 of 4 by this evening) and
I watched “The Biggest Loser” marathon this weekend. It was so awesome to see the transformations that took place over a six-month period. It got me even more excited to see what I will be experiencing on my way back to goal.
I realized that I have gained 20 pounds in the last year. I cannot believe that I let it get so crazy. From 2004 to 2005, I gained 10 pounds. From 2005 to 2006, I gained 20 pounds. If I continue on this path, I will gain 30 pounds this year! HA! NO WAY! I will be RELEASING 30 pounds this year, with the goal of losing 30 by March. I know that I will do it.
Here is why: I am committed to remaining focused on the things that I will gain from releasing this weight instead of the daily tasks that I have to do to make this happen. Last night, for instance, I went to our 2-$1000 Nordstrom Shopping Spree giveaways. They were serving TONS of boxes of See’s Chocolates. I love See’s! Well, I knew that they were going to have chocolate, so I brought a bottle of water and a 100 Calorie pack of Chips Ahoy Thin Crisps. It did it’s job and I was totally satisfied and proud of my accomplishment. This morning, I got up late and still made time to pack some healthy meals. I also decided that I will get my workout in this evening before watching “The Biggest Loser: Special Edition.”
Here’s the payoff: I weighed in on January 1, 2006 at 193.0. This morning, I weighed 190.6. This is great!
I am looking forward to the success that I will achieve in this next year in the other areas of my life: personal development, finances, relationships with others, creativity, spirituality, contribution/volunteering and my Mary Kay business.
Speaking of Mary Kay, my new car is to be delivered in just a few days. I can’t wait to zip around town in my FREE car.
Well, 2005 ended well and now we enter 2006. I am so excited. I love new, fresh starts. It is always easier to start fresh at the beginning of a new year. I know that every day we are given a chance to start something new and exciting, but we usually wait until Sunday/Monday (whenever YOUR week begins) because it just feels right.
I have been on point with my weight loss efforts. I have exercised for 3 of the 4 days (and will have that 4 of 4 by this evening) and
I watched “The Biggest Loser” marathon this weekend. It was so awesome to see the transformations that took place over a six-month period. It got me even more excited to see what I will be experiencing on my way back to goal.
I realized that I have gained 20 pounds in the last year. I cannot believe that I let it get so crazy. From 2004 to 2005, I gained 10 pounds. From 2005 to 2006, I gained 20 pounds. If I continue on this path, I will gain 30 pounds this year! HA! NO WAY! I will be RELEASING 30 pounds this year, with the goal of losing 30 by March. I know that I will do it.
Here is why: I am committed to remaining focused on the things that I will gain from releasing this weight instead of the daily tasks that I have to do to make this happen. Last night, for instance, I went to our 2-$1000 Nordstrom Shopping Spree giveaways. They were serving TONS of boxes of See’s Chocolates. I love See’s! Well, I knew that they were going to have chocolate, so I brought a bottle of water and a 100 Calorie pack of Chips Ahoy Thin Crisps. It did it’s job and I was totally satisfied and proud of my accomplishment. This morning, I got up late and still made time to pack some healthy meals. I also decided that I will get my workout in this evening before watching “The Biggest Loser: Special Edition.”
Here’s the payoff: I weighed in on January 1, 2006 at 193.0. This morning, I weighed 190.6. This is great!
I am looking forward to the success that I will achieve in this next year in the other areas of my life: personal development, finances, relationships with others, creativity, spirituality, contribution/volunteering and my Mary Kay business.
Speaking of Mary Kay, my new car is to be delivered in just a few days. I can’t wait to zip around town in my FREE car.
Monday, November 14, 2005
Roses
I am handing out roses to people today in celebration of my new car from Mary Kay. I love the smiles on women's faces when they get a rose. It is also a nice way to start the week.
I went to an MK retreat this weekend and had a blast. I learned so much and am using my new knowledge already. It feels great.
I worked out 4 days last week, all morning sessions. That is great as I was having a tough time getting out of bed before. I love that my workout is already complete and leaves my day open for other possibilities. I will be doing my workout tonight though because I needed extra time to get prepared with the roses this morning. I am going to do a workout called "The Gauntlet." Oh baby! This workout is a killer...and I love it. It is over an hour long filled with cardio and strength training. It will take your breath away and leave no muscle untouched. It is so worth it when you are done.
Today, I took extra care in the selection of my outfit. I bought a new cream-colored skirt that has gold flecks in the sticking. I am also wearing a gold-colored velvet blazer and matching boots. I must say that it looks so pulled together without being pretentious! LOL
Off to work...
I went to an MK retreat this weekend and had a blast. I learned so much and am using my new knowledge already. It feels great.
I worked out 4 days last week, all morning sessions. That is great as I was having a tough time getting out of bed before. I love that my workout is already complete and leaves my day open for other possibilities. I will be doing my workout tonight though because I needed extra time to get prepared with the roses this morning. I am going to do a workout called "The Gauntlet." Oh baby! This workout is a killer...and I love it. It is over an hour long filled with cardio and strength training. It will take your breath away and leave no muscle untouched. It is so worth it when you are done.
Today, I took extra care in the selection of my outfit. I bought a new cream-colored skirt that has gold flecks in the sticking. I am also wearing a gold-colored velvet blazer and matching boots. I must say that it looks so pulled together without being pretentious! LOL
Off to work...
Thursday, November 10, 2005
I love this...
I just wanted to have a title with love in it.
I am sitting at my desk on this Thursday afternoon and bored. I cannot wait until I can walk away from this J O B and get on with whatever it is I am truly supposed to do with my life. I am so not an office person. It is up to me to get my butt moving so that I can get out of here for good. I have the tools, I just need to you them in the correct manner to make them work for me. Isn't that always the case?! Weight loss, workouts, life...I am well-prepared, I just need to act consistently.
Speaking of weight loss and working out, I am proud to say that I have consistently journalled and have worked out 3 days this week already. My plan is at least 2 more days of workouts this week for a total of 5. The food has been going well. I plan my day in advance and work to stick to it.
Today is my Friday so I am excited. I am having some people over to my house tonight. I hope to have a decent turnout. Nothing fancy, just for fun and food. I need to get home early so that I can prepare for the folks. Let's see how I can swing that!
I am sitting at my desk on this Thursday afternoon and bored. I cannot wait until I can walk away from this J O B and get on with whatever it is I am truly supposed to do with my life. I am so not an office person. It is up to me to get my butt moving so that I can get out of here for good. I have the tools, I just need to you them in the correct manner to make them work for me. Isn't that always the case?! Weight loss, workouts, life...I am well-prepared, I just need to act consistently.
Speaking of weight loss and working out, I am proud to say that I have consistently journalled and have worked out 3 days this week already. My plan is at least 2 more days of workouts this week for a total of 5. The food has been going well. I plan my day in advance and work to stick to it.
Today is my Friday so I am excited. I am having some people over to my house tonight. I hope to have a decent turnout. Nothing fancy, just for fun and food. I need to get home early so that I can prepare for the folks. Let's see how I can swing that!
Tuesday, November 08, 2005
Day 1 in the bag!
So, I made it through Day 1 of my quest to get back to goal with flying colors. I had to modify my evening meal and actually came in under points and was not hungry. I am think that I will have to have a visual calendar that I put stars on for being on track/On-Program (OP). I did my workout; I followed my food plan. Yippee!
I ended up going to sleep at 9:30 watching Degrassi. Yes, I am a dork. I used to watch the show when I was a young'n and love to see how they've updated the stories to fit today's youth.
Because I went to bed so early, I didn't take time to make my lunch, select my workout or pick out my clothing. I had to wing it this morning. Luckily, I did plan my meals for the day yesterday afternoon. After I was dressed, I made my breakfast and lunch. I actually eat 4 meals while I am at work.
It is so much easier to stay OP during the week. It is the structure of the day. I just need to have similar structure with myself on the weekend and I will be just fine. When I was getting to goal, I had little problem journalling my food or going out of my point range. It's amazing--when we are hungry for the goal, nothing stands in our way!
I woke up this morning at 4:30 AM and stayed in bed until 5 when my alarm went off. I got out of bed and into my workout gear, washed my face and headed to my workout room/office. I selected a program by Tony Horton called "Plyo Legs". It's a program that incorporates weightless toning with higher intensity cardio drills. Tony Horton is pretty silly, but when you think about it, why can't we be silly when we are working out? It was a good workout that tested my cardiovascular fitness and burned the crap out of my legs!
Like I shared yesterday, I am working on keeping the cardio high and the strength training high reps. I need to sit down a work out a training rotation for this week so that I ensure that I am hitting each body part at least once and getting it various types of cardio workouts. I might head to the gym tomorrow for a run.
Day 2 meals started with a favorite: Turkey Bacon and Egg white burrito/wrap. I used 3 strips of Jennie-O turkey bacon 1.5 points, 2 egg whites 0 points and Del Valle baby burrito tortilla 1 point. I also had a cup of caffe d'vitta capuccino 1 point. Total 3.5 points, filling and yummy!
I hope to get out of here (the office) early today so that I can go and vote.
I ended up going to sleep at 9:30 watching Degrassi. Yes, I am a dork. I used to watch the show when I was a young'n and love to see how they've updated the stories to fit today's youth.
Because I went to bed so early, I didn't take time to make my lunch, select my workout or pick out my clothing. I had to wing it this morning. Luckily, I did plan my meals for the day yesterday afternoon. After I was dressed, I made my breakfast and lunch. I actually eat 4 meals while I am at work.
It is so much easier to stay OP during the week. It is the structure of the day. I just need to have similar structure with myself on the weekend and I will be just fine. When I was getting to goal, I had little problem journalling my food or going out of my point range. It's amazing--when we are hungry for the goal, nothing stands in our way!
I woke up this morning at 4:30 AM and stayed in bed until 5 when my alarm went off. I got out of bed and into my workout gear, washed my face and headed to my workout room/office. I selected a program by Tony Horton called "Plyo Legs". It's a program that incorporates weightless toning with higher intensity cardio drills. Tony Horton is pretty silly, but when you think about it, why can't we be silly when we are working out? It was a good workout that tested my cardiovascular fitness and burned the crap out of my legs!
Like I shared yesterday, I am working on keeping the cardio high and the strength training high reps. I need to sit down a work out a training rotation for this week so that I ensure that I am hitting each body part at least once and getting it various types of cardio workouts. I might head to the gym tomorrow for a run.
Day 2 meals started with a favorite: Turkey Bacon and Egg white burrito/wrap. I used 3 strips of Jennie-O turkey bacon 1.5 points, 2 egg whites 0 points and Del Valle baby burrito tortilla 1 point. I also had a cup of caffe d'vitta capuccino 1 point. Total 3.5 points, filling and yummy!
I hope to get out of here (the office) early today so that I can go and vote.
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