...in the prison!! So yesterday the damn power decide to just go out at work. Of course working in a prison this is not a safe or acceptable way to spend your day. While everyone was scrambling to figure out what to do. I was totally pissed off, because I couldn't read my blogs at work.
Yes...we have a back up generator. Yet, you don't want to turn that on until you figure out where the power surge came from and if it is more to it. Needless to say the power didn't come back on until 2 this morning. If I'm honest I was hoping it wouldn't be on when I came to work this morning. I was going to turn around and walk back out. LOL...the inmates were pissed off...because it was 105 yesterday...and they had no A/C...how sad for them.
OMG...the totally sexy boots and shoes I ordered from urbanog came yesterday. My mom tried on my shoes and nearly fell on her face. Let's just say that little short lady should not have put on my 6 inch heels. It was hilarious...I almost peed myself laughing at her.
Needless to say...I'm sleepy. I didn't go to bed until 12:15 am and I woke up at 4:15 am so that I could be here at 6 o'clock. I need to leave early so that I can take these glasses back. They just do not look good on me.
Well I hope everyone has a wonderful day!
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Irritated
The sadistic, overbearing bitch that is mother nature decided to rear her ugly head days before Chicago. Really...or you fucking kidding me? I had not intention of being concerned about spot checking my clothes the entire weekend. This is for the birds. I'm not happy. I would totally stay home if I wasn't so damn cheap. I refuse to waste money.
In other news...my kids are crazy!! My daughter has decided that she is a princess. Here is what being a princess means in her world.
Me: Dollbaby go clean up your room.
P: No mama.
Me: Excuse me? Did you say no to me? Dollbaby go clean up your room or you are going to bed early. That means you can't wait your show.
P: I don't have to clean up my room mama.
Me: Why not?
P: Because I'm a princess!!!
Yup...so whenever you tell the princess to do something that she doesn't want to do...she bust out and says...but Mama...I'm a princess. Or if she wants something you have. You have to give it to me because I'm a princess. I had to explain to her...the even though she is a princess...she can't still get her bottom spanked. Chile please!!
I see a lot of post about the Chicago weather. I can't wait to breath some fresh air. It was 103 in Austin, yesterday. Umm...isn't it fall. I can't even wear my cute boots or my dang legs would sweat to death.
Last night I worked on getting my bike just so. I finally got the basket on, the lights attached and the seat adjusted. Then...my handlebars seemed a little off. They now need to be adjusted and I need more lights. My neighborhood is so dark at night. I did go for a short ride. Nothing to major until I get more lights and my helmet.
Oh yeah...Charles still plans on making me run when he gets back next month. I am only going to do this because I have a goal to complete by the end of November. Ugh.
I just wanted to say Congrats to all those who participated in the Back to Basics Challenge. All of you did so well...posting big numbers for your overall loss. Keep up the good work and know that you are encouraging others.
In other news...my kids are crazy!! My daughter has decided that she is a princess. Here is what being a princess means in her world.
Me: Dollbaby go clean up your room.
P: No mama.
Me: Excuse me? Did you say no to me? Dollbaby go clean up your room or you are going to bed early. That means you can't wait your show.
P: I don't have to clean up my room mama.
Me: Why not?
P: Because I'm a princess!!!
Yup...so whenever you tell the princess to do something that she doesn't want to do...she bust out and says...but Mama...I'm a princess. Or if she wants something you have. You have to give it to me because I'm a princess. I had to explain to her...the even though she is a princess...she can't still get her bottom spanked. Chile please!!
I see a lot of post about the Chicago weather. I can't wait to breath some fresh air. It was 103 in Austin, yesterday. Umm...isn't it fall. I can't even wear my cute boots or my dang legs would sweat to death.
Last night I worked on getting my bike just so. I finally got the basket on, the lights attached and the seat adjusted. Then...my handlebars seemed a little off. They now need to be adjusted and I need more lights. My neighborhood is so dark at night. I did go for a short ride. Nothing to major until I get more lights and my helmet.
Oh yeah...Charles still plans on making me run when he gets back next month. I am only going to do this because I have a goal to complete by the end of November. Ugh.
I just wanted to say Congrats to all those who participated in the Back to Basics Challenge. All of you did so well...posting big numbers for your overall loss. Keep up the good work and know that you are encouraging others.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Good morning
I have nothing productive to share....except that I'm fat. Now...don't go getting all high and mighty and preaching to me...because the truth is the truth. I'm fat. I point this out because I went shopping yesterday to find something to put on my ample behind in Chicago. Let's just say I only bought a few things...so not my style. I'm used to shopping and bringing home enough loot to last me a few months.
It's okay. It helped put some things into perspective for me. There is a lot more work to be done and I'm putting my foot down and my nose to the grind. I will lose this weight. I will lose 20 more pounds before my bandiversary in November. I will get to my goal weight (which I've decided on...yippee 175 to 185 range).
Now...I will be the girl with the big ass just a swaying back in forth in Chicago...just in case you were afraid you would miss me. Luckily for yall I have great "foundation" to make that big ass a lot less jiggly. LOL
Hope everyone has a wonderful start to their week. Get 'er done!!!
It's okay. It helped put some things into perspective for me. There is a lot more work to be done and I'm putting my foot down and my nose to the grind. I will lose this weight. I will lose 20 more pounds before my bandiversary in November. I will get to my goal weight (which I've decided on...yippee 175 to 185 range).
Now...I will be the girl with the big ass just a swaying back in forth in Chicago...just in case you were afraid you would miss me. Luckily for yall I have great "foundation" to make that big ass a lot less jiggly. LOL
Hope everyone has a wonderful start to their week. Get 'er done!!!
Friday, September 23, 2011
BYOC
It's Friday and you know what that means - yes? It's time for BYOC. Bring Your Own Crazy like your life depends on it! We answer a few questions to get to know each other better and to give our blogging brains a break. Copy to your own blog and ENJOY!!
Oh and before I begin - these questions come from the fabulous Joey (cuz my teensy weensy brain is shot)! Thank you Joey - I owe you one!
1. If you were a character on Friends, who would you be and why?
I didn't watch Friends, so I can't choose a character. Sorry.
2. If you weren't in your current career what other career do you think you would have done?
Lawyer. I believe in justice for all.
3. What did you want to be when you grew up when you were 6?
A lawyer. That is the exact age when I knew I was supposed to make a difference. I especially hoped to be the first black female supreme court justice. Law school is on the horizon. In 2 years my oldest will be 5 and that is when I'm going back.
4. Do you think everyone only has one soulmate or true love? Or are there multiple people for everyone?
I believe that love happens at different times in a persons life. Each of those instances my result in true love or soulmate love. For instance, when a person has loved someone they loved for years and that person passes away are they supposed to be alone for the remainder of their lives. I don't think so. They may meet that one someone that makes them feel alive again...that makes them feel whole...that loves them and respects the love they had/have for their deceased spouse. That person can have a second soulmate...and second true love. It happens everyday.
5. Repeat question. Summarize your week in real life and in blog land.
My real life is boring and I hate my job. My kids are like little monkeys who climb all over me when I walk through the door. The neighbors dog is going to die a slow death if it doesn't stop baring at all hours of the night waking up my kids and me in the process.
Blog Land is exciting as many of us prepare for Chicago. The BOOB features have been awesome and allowed every person to feel loved. I for one am excited for some up close and personal BOOBS love.
Oh and before I begin - these questions come from the fabulous Joey (cuz my teensy weensy brain is shot)! Thank you Joey - I owe you one!
1. If you were a character on Friends, who would you be and why?
I didn't watch Friends, so I can't choose a character. Sorry.
2. If you weren't in your current career what other career do you think you would have done?
Lawyer. I believe in justice for all.
3. What did you want to be when you grew up when you were 6?
A lawyer. That is the exact age when I knew I was supposed to make a difference. I especially hoped to be the first black female supreme court justice. Law school is on the horizon. In 2 years my oldest will be 5 and that is when I'm going back.
4. Do you think everyone only has one soulmate or true love? Or are there multiple people for everyone?
I believe that love happens at different times in a persons life. Each of those instances my result in true love or soulmate love. For instance, when a person has loved someone they loved for years and that person passes away are they supposed to be alone for the remainder of their lives. I don't think so. They may meet that one someone that makes them feel alive again...that makes them feel whole...that loves them and respects the love they had/have for their deceased spouse. That person can have a second soulmate...and second true love. It happens everyday.
5. Repeat question. Summarize your week in real life and in blog land.
My real life is boring and I hate my job. My kids are like little monkeys who climb all over me when I walk through the door. The neighbors dog is going to die a slow death if it doesn't stop baring at all hours of the night waking up my kids and me in the process.
Blog Land is exciting as many of us prepare for Chicago. The BOOB features have been awesome and allowed every person to feel loved. I for one am excited for some up close and personal BOOBS love.
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Krav Maga
Well I got myself all hyped up for this class. After all it was free and it was exercise. I confirmed with the center on the day I scheduled the class that I had to be there at 6:45 pm for the 7:00 class. I confirmed this twice. I called Tuesday to confirm again. Each time I was told yes.
Well I get to the class. I'm ready to go. I have great comfy workout gear on and my gym shoes. I get there. I fill out the paperwork. After which the front desk girl says...oh the class started at 6:30. You will have to come back and try another class.
What the what?!?!? Are you kidding me? Needless to say. I will not be going back to try Krav Maga. It really ticked me off, because that is time I could have stayed with the kiddos. They were helping me with the bike. I'm moving on. I will still try Cross Fit. I'm looking forward to trying that out. My class for that is October 3rd.
I am having problems getting my basket on my bike. I will try again Saturday. Tomorrow I have a sleep study. Should be fun....NOT.
Well I get to the class. I'm ready to go. I have great comfy workout gear on and my gym shoes. I get there. I fill out the paperwork. After which the front desk girl says...oh the class started at 6:30. You will have to come back and try another class.
What the what?!?!? Are you kidding me? Needless to say. I will not be going back to try Krav Maga. It really ticked me off, because that is time I could have stayed with the kiddos. They were helping me with the bike. I'm moving on. I will still try Cross Fit. I'm looking forward to trying that out. My class for that is October 3rd.
I am having problems getting my basket on my bike. I will try again Saturday. Tomorrow I have a sleep study. Should be fun....NOT.
I have nussing to wear to the Chi
I have been reading about everyone starting to pack and the shopping they have done in anticipation of BOOBS. I would love to get on that band wagon. One small problem. I have nothing to freaking wear!!! I'm kinda in between sizes right now. I can wear a 20..but it's a little baggy. I can fit into a 18...but then I have a muffin top. I have no passable outfits. The only thing I know is going for sure is my dress for Saturday night.
So I will be walking around Chicago wearing nussing but a cute pair of boots on gym shoes. It will be a sight to see. So if you see a bunch of people following me...it's okay...they will all be hypnotized by the sway of my ample hips and ass.
So I will be walking around Chicago wearing nussing but a cute pair of boots on gym shoes. It will be a sight to see. So if you see a bunch of people following me...it's okay...they will all be hypnotized by the sway of my ample hips and ass.
I got a pickle..I got a pickle...I got a pickle
Yup...my title has nothing to do with this post. I just thought of buckwheat saying "I got a dollar, I got a dollar, I got a dollar...hey, hey, hey, hey" from the Little Rascals movie. I know I have issues...you don't have to tell me.
This is what my new bicycle looks like!! Yup...she is a beauty. The only difference is my bicycle is white with purple and teal coloring.
I also bought this lovely basket to go on my bike. Isn't it cute.
I also got head lights and tail lights for the bike, since we all know I can't ride until after thedemons kids are asleep. Oh and I got the cutest little bell to ring...just because I wanna. There are only 2 things I still need. A helmet and a cyclometer. I'm going to get my cyclometer today. Hopefully I can get a helmet as well. I'm ready to ride. I learned all this incredible information from Sheryl. She is the best when it comes to bike stuff.
Tonight I'm trying something totally out of my element. Since so many people have been talking about the benefits of Cross Fit I thought I would give it a try. Well when I found a facility in my area that was appealing to me I also found something else. Tonight I'm going to try Krav Maga. Yup...I had never heard of it either. But it looks interesting and I can't wait to see what it's like. The class is free...so why not. When I get home from BOOBS I have a free class to try Cross Fit. I'm excited about both things. Thanks to my Fluffy girl I have a new boot camp to check out. I think I will be ready to rock and roll when I return...because Charles will be home shortly after. I'm so excited!!
I'm also planning on ordering a few meals from this place. Thanks for the info Angela!
Well that is all. Have a great Thursday everybody.
This is what my new bicycle looks like!! Yup...she is a beauty. The only difference is my bicycle is white with purple and teal coloring.
I also bought this lovely basket to go on my bike. Isn't it cute.
I also got head lights and tail lights for the bike, since we all know I can't ride until after the
Tonight I'm trying something totally out of my element. Since so many people have been talking about the benefits of Cross Fit I thought I would give it a try. Well when I found a facility in my area that was appealing to me I also found something else. Tonight I'm going to try Krav Maga. Yup...I had never heard of it either. But it looks interesting and I can't wait to see what it's like. The class is free...so why not. When I get home from BOOBS I have a free class to try Cross Fit. I'm excited about both things. Thanks to my Fluffy girl I have a new boot camp to check out. I think I will be ready to rock and roll when I return...because Charles will be home shortly after. I'm so excited!!
I'm also planning on ordering a few meals from this place. Thanks for the info Angela!
Well that is all. Have a great Thursday everybody.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Thanks Fluffy
Hey family!! I'm hopeful that you all are having a great week.
Back in July Fluffy sent me an e-mail in response to my post titled Fear. I'm sorry I never replied to that e-mail. I 'm the worst.
I read that e-mail again last night. I'm not sure what it was...but something just happened. The flood gate of tears opened (BOOBS sure can make a non cryer, cry a lot.) In short...Fluffy told me that it take just as much time and energy to be fearless as it does to be fearful...and being fearless is so much more fun. She helped ease my fears about failing at the band (I still have those). But most importantly...she just told me to go for it. Be fearless again!!!!
In July...I was just excited that someone like Fluffy was e-mailing me. Hello...she is like a band Superstar....yet she was e-mailing me. Then as the months moved on and I read that e-mail over and over (BTW...I keep all yall's e-mail), I started to try to figure out why I was letting fear rule me.
I will not say that I'm no longer afraid...because there are days that I just want to hide under the covers and not face anything or anybody. But I am moving forward. One day at a time.
I'm working my way back to being fearless!! I liked the girl I was when I was fearless. She is making a comeback and it is going to be AWESOME!!
Thanks Fluffy. Thanks for that e-mail that just hit home last night. You will always be a superstar in my book!!!
Back in July Fluffy sent me an e-mail in response to my post titled Fear. I'm sorry I never replied to that e-mail. I 'm the worst.
I read that e-mail again last night. I'm not sure what it was...but something just happened. The flood gate of tears opened (BOOBS sure can make a non cryer, cry a lot.) In short...Fluffy told me that it take just as much time and energy to be fearless as it does to be fearful...and being fearless is so much more fun. She helped ease my fears about failing at the band (I still have those). But most importantly...she just told me to go for it. Be fearless again!!!!
In July...I was just excited that someone like Fluffy was e-mailing me. Hello...she is like a band Superstar....yet she was e-mailing me. Then as the months moved on and I read that e-mail over and over (BTW...I keep all yall's e-mail), I started to try to figure out why I was letting fear rule me.
I will not say that I'm no longer afraid...because there are days that I just want to hide under the covers and not face anything or anybody. But I am moving forward. One day at a time.
I'm working my way back to being fearless!! I liked the girl I was when I was fearless. She is making a comeback and it is going to be AWESOME!!
Thanks Fluffy. Thanks for that e-mail that just hit home last night. You will always be a superstar in my book!!!
Monday, September 19, 2011
Body Bugg is pissing me off
So my lovelies. I recently realized that my body bugg has me burning over 3200 calories a day WITHOUT EXERCISE. Yup...you read that right. At first I was thinking...wow this girl is really moving. Then I got over it and realized something is wrong with this thing. So on September first I spoke with the lovely (NOT) technical support people in India (yup...even though she lied and said she was in NY). Well we reset my device and supposedly all would be well with the world. WRONG!!! The thing is still reading incorrectly. Here is a perfect example. From 12:00 midnight until 6:07 a.m. I burned 607 calories. Sorry...but I don't move that damn much in my sleep. It's impossible. However, they like to go by this 2 hour test they want you to do. If my device is not replaced this week, I will be letting go of the body bugg.
In other news...I'm fat. Yup...no getting around it. I'm totally okay with my fat. The damn scale is evil and I plan on breaking it into tiny pieces and cutting off my layers of fat...apparently that is the only way I'm going to get rid of this fat.
Okay..enough bitching. Charles will be home in less than 30 days and I can get back to working out on a more consistent basis. I miss my workouts....but if I'm honest...it is hard for me to get off my ass and do an at home workout. I am better when I have paid someone my money...I always show up for that...because I refuse to give away my hard earned cash.
In other news...even though I'm fat...I'm so freaking HAWT!!! Seriously...everyone has fantasies of doing me. Okay...maybe not...but it helps me get through the day.
Oh yeah...why are all yall feeling sorry for Charles when he comes home?!?!? I'm the one in need...he is just a means to an end. Just make sure yall keep some bail money on hand in Chicago...just in case I get picked up for attacking some stranger on the street.
CHICAGO....9 days!!! I can't wait.
In other news...I'm fat. Yup...no getting around it. I'm totally okay with my fat. The damn scale is evil and I plan on breaking it into tiny pieces and cutting off my layers of fat...apparently that is the only way I'm going to get rid of this fat.
Okay..enough bitching. Charles will be home in less than 30 days and I can get back to working out on a more consistent basis. I miss my workouts....but if I'm honest...it is hard for me to get off my ass and do an at home workout. I am better when I have paid someone my money...I always show up for that...because I refuse to give away my hard earned cash.
In other news...even though I'm fat...I'm so freaking HAWT!!! Seriously...everyone has fantasies of doing me. Okay...maybe not...but it helps me get through the day.
Oh yeah...why are all yall feeling sorry for Charles when he comes home?!?!? I'm the one in need...he is just a means to an end. Just make sure yall keep some bail money on hand in Chicago...just in case I get picked up for attacking some stranger on the street.
CHICAGO....9 days!!! I can't wait.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Random thoughts of nothing
I hate that I'm not blogging regularly. I have been working hard this week to work. LOL I know that sounds horrible. But I swear I can hardly stand to file a piece of paper. So I have made it my business to force myself to do something. It's been a challenge.
I have set my alarm for 5 o'clock every monring so that I can get up and get moving. Unfortunately, I turn it off and I slide my ass out of bed around 6. Which puts a rush on me. I'm never late for work...but I get here with 1 minute or less to spare.
I can't find my Zumba Cardio Party DVD. It's pissing me off. I really need that thing. I am trying to get my activity level back up. Can't do that without the right stuff. Years ago, I owned a pair of shorts you put on when you work out to help you sweat more. My mom actually saved them. They now fit the way they were intended to fit. Not sure if they will really make a difference as I just started working out again on Monday. Only time will tell. I totally hope they were. These hips and ass can use all the help they can get.
My dam boobs are shrinking. I know that should be a good thing. But um ...yeah I like my tatas. I liked that they were full and alert. Now they are just there...barely hanging on.
Have I ever told yall that I think I have an addiction to sex. Seriously...I look at people and wonder how sex would be with them. That is so unhealthy. I have to hold my tongue at work because there are a few people I would like to hump really bad. I can't afford a sexual harassment lawsuit. I mean seriously I was in a meeting yesterday and the guy talking was looking like breathing sex. I mean all I could think was how I would like to bend him back in that chair and ride him like a bull. OK...I need help. I have no freaking clue what was discussed in that meeting. It doesn't help that Charles has been gone a month. I'm not sure if I'm going to make it.
Okay...BOOBS in 2 weeks. I'm really excited. I have a few things for the sisterhood. Not sure if anyone will need them...but I'm bring them anyway. Can't wait to see yall. I promise not to hump any of you....unless you can turn into a tall while male with rock hard abs, a goatee with salt and pepper close cut hair. Umm...yeah...sex addict here.
I have set my alarm for 5 o'clock every monring so that I can get up and get moving. Unfortunately, I turn it off and I slide my ass out of bed around 6. Which puts a rush on me. I'm never late for work...but I get here with 1 minute or less to spare.
I can't find my Zumba Cardio Party DVD. It's pissing me off. I really need that thing. I am trying to get my activity level back up. Can't do that without the right stuff. Years ago, I owned a pair of shorts you put on when you work out to help you sweat more. My mom actually saved them. They now fit the way they were intended to fit. Not sure if they will really make a difference as I just started working out again on Monday. Only time will tell. I totally hope they were. These hips and ass can use all the help they can get.
My dam boobs are shrinking. I know that should be a good thing. But um ...yeah I like my tatas. I liked that they were full and alert. Now they are just there...barely hanging on.
Have I ever told yall that I think I have an addiction to sex. Seriously...I look at people and wonder how sex would be with them. That is so unhealthy. I have to hold my tongue at work because there are a few people I would like to hump really bad. I can't afford a sexual harassment lawsuit. I mean seriously I was in a meeting yesterday and the guy talking was looking like breathing sex. I mean all I could think was how I would like to bend him back in that chair and ride him like a bull. OK...I need help. I have no freaking clue what was discussed in that meeting. It doesn't help that Charles has been gone a month. I'm not sure if I'm going to make it.
Okay...BOOBS in 2 weeks. I'm really excited. I have a few things for the sisterhood. Not sure if anyone will need them...but I'm bring them anyway. Can't wait to see yall. I promise not to hump any of you....unless you can turn into a tall while male with rock hard abs, a goatee with salt and pepper close cut hair. Umm...yeah...sex addict here.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Bullets baby
It's so much to talk about. Don't have the words to form great post. So it's all about the bullets.
- The scale is not moving, but the inches are dropping. Not sure what they were to begin with...I didn't take measurements.
- I'm officially at 40.4 lbs lost. Sure it took forever...but baby I look great.
- I have finally started exercising again. It's been touch and go since Charles left...but I'm back in the game and it feels so damn good.
- I puffy heart Ronnie!!!!
- During the family reunion weekend we went to Six Flags. I can fit in the seats for the roller coasters again. Huge NSV for me. I rode 7 roller coasters. It was awesome.
- I drank 96.8 oz of water today. That results in a lot of restroom breaks.
- The damn IRS finally sent me my money.
- Paid off $20,000 in credit card debt. I swear it was almost better than good sex. I smile the rest of the day. It was a great moment.
- Tonight I exercised!!! I boxed, did the speed bag, jumped rope (300 jumps), and I RAN!!! Yup you read it right. This fat ass non runner ran up and down the alley twice. 40 sit-ups and 10 push ups. My arms are super weak. Gotta build them up.
- I'm thinking of becoming a Zumba instructor. Ummm...I guess I should go back to Zumba class first.
17 days til BOOBS!! Are yall ready for me?!?
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Family Reunion Drama, Wildfires and other crap
Thanks for all of your prayers for those affected by the massive wildfires spreading across Texas. The fire in Bastrop is still being reported as 0% containment as of 8:30 this morning. However, there is smoke in the air. Which is a good thing, because if there is smoke, that means fires are being put out. That is what I want to see.
So many staff here on my job have been affected. Several staff members have lost their homes. Some are still playing the waiting game and are not sure if their home is still standing. Entire blocks are gone. Here is the saddest thing of all...it really pisses me off. There are looters!!! Yup....ignorant people taken advantage of this tragic situation. Cars are not allowed in the neighborhood. The neighborhood is actually still closes. But people are going in on 4 wheelers and breaking into houses that are still standing...taking whatever they can get. It makes me want to scream.
I will be posting information on my blog for donations of clothes, water, hygiene items, money, etc. as soon as I know where it can all be sent.
I'm still sleepy. LOL I worked 13 hours the other day. I got home around 10 o'clock yesterday morning. Did the kids have sympathy on me....NOPE. They wanted to play. They wanted mama to sit down and have breakfast with them. So that's what I did. I finally took a 3 hour nap. It was awesome. But then I had a heard time going to sleep last night. Let's just say I was late coming to work. LOL
Let's talk about the family reunion drama shall we. My cousins (2 of them) and I have been planning the family reunion since the end of September 2010. We made sure there were plenty of activities and something for every age group. We kept the price at $100. This included a meet and greet with alcohol and food, gift bags with key chains, pens and a family reunion t-shirt, lunch on the San Antonio river walk, a boat ride on the river walk, the family photo, dinner at salt grass steakhouse, church (transportation); and tickets to great america. Not a lot of money. We set up a forum on face book for people to make suggestions etc, etc, etc. We had over 150 people say they would be in attendance. Do you know how many people showed up? 20!!! Yup...20 people. Let's just say we did not break even financially for the money we paid out of pocket. Those in attendance had a great time. I was able to take some amazing photos. My kids had a blast. All that attention on them. They soaked it up like sponges.
My grandmother, 2 aunts, and 1 uncle were there along with my mom. Let's just say the drama was plenty. My aunt is a bitch from way back...and she gets it honestly, because my grandmother is the most horrible person to walk the face of the earth (only because her own mother is dead or she would win the prize). The insults started flying early. I must say I'm proud of my mom for finally standing up for herself and telling them to take a flying leap.
My mother is short and fat. No getting around it. She weighs less than 300 lbs and the scale is going down every week. Well my grandmother immediately told her she looks like Byron (my aunts 2nd husband). Byron was a man who weighed over 550 lbs butt naked. He leaked from his legs and he was a disgusting sight to see. No way no how does my mother look like Byron. She told my mom she was offended by her remark. My aunt jumps in and proceeds to call my mom all types of stupid motherfuckers for being offended by the comment. Keep in mind when she was married to this beast she would get angry if anyone said anything about his weight. Words were exchanged...and my mom did not spend anymore time with her mother and sister. Which let me tell you is a good thing. These people are evil...they live their lives to make others as unhappy as they are. This time my mom didn't let them win and she didn't shed a tear. That is major progress.
On the band front...my eating was great over the course of the holiday weekend. I stayed on target. I took my portable scale on the road with me. I took it to each dinner. I weighed and I ate. I stayed true to protein the entire time. With veggies as my other food.
My food consumption took a nosedive when I had to come into work on Monday. Because the phone call to come in came out of nowhere I had no time to prepare lunch or snacks. I ate several bags of chips during that 12 hour shift and 2 candy bars. Yup...crap. I was back on track before the day ended.
I'm sitting in my office smelling smoke and craving a nap. I'm reading blogs. I just don't have it in me to play catch up. I will comment though. Hope everyone is having a great week.
BTW: Many of you asked about my portable scale. I picked it up at the local grocery store. Or you can get it from T@rget. I'm sure you can pick it up at the wally world as well.
So many staff here on my job have been affected. Several staff members have lost their homes. Some are still playing the waiting game and are not sure if their home is still standing. Entire blocks are gone. Here is the saddest thing of all...it really pisses me off. There are looters!!! Yup....ignorant people taken advantage of this tragic situation. Cars are not allowed in the neighborhood. The neighborhood is actually still closes. But people are going in on 4 wheelers and breaking into houses that are still standing...taking whatever they can get. It makes me want to scream.
I will be posting information on my blog for donations of clothes, water, hygiene items, money, etc. as soon as I know where it can all be sent.
I'm still sleepy. LOL I worked 13 hours the other day. I got home around 10 o'clock yesterday morning. Did the kids have sympathy on me....NOPE. They wanted to play. They wanted mama to sit down and have breakfast with them. So that's what I did. I finally took a 3 hour nap. It was awesome. But then I had a heard time going to sleep last night. Let's just say I was late coming to work. LOL
Let's talk about the family reunion drama shall we. My cousins (2 of them) and I have been planning the family reunion since the end of September 2010. We made sure there were plenty of activities and something for every age group. We kept the price at $100. This included a meet and greet with alcohol and food, gift bags with key chains, pens and a family reunion t-shirt, lunch on the San Antonio river walk, a boat ride on the river walk, the family photo, dinner at salt grass steakhouse, church (transportation); and tickets to great america. Not a lot of money. We set up a forum on face book for people to make suggestions etc, etc, etc. We had over 150 people say they would be in attendance. Do you know how many people showed up? 20!!! Yup...20 people. Let's just say we did not break even financially for the money we paid out of pocket. Those in attendance had a great time. I was able to take some amazing photos. My kids had a blast. All that attention on them. They soaked it up like sponges.
My grandmother, 2 aunts, and 1 uncle were there along with my mom. Let's just say the drama was plenty. My aunt is a bitch from way back...and she gets it honestly, because my grandmother is the most horrible person to walk the face of the earth (only because her own mother is dead or she would win the prize). The insults started flying early. I must say I'm proud of my mom for finally standing up for herself and telling them to take a flying leap.
My mother is short and fat. No getting around it. She weighs less than 300 lbs and the scale is going down every week. Well my grandmother immediately told her she looks like Byron (my aunts 2nd husband). Byron was a man who weighed over 550 lbs butt naked. He leaked from his legs and he was a disgusting sight to see. No way no how does my mother look like Byron. She told my mom she was offended by her remark. My aunt jumps in and proceeds to call my mom all types of stupid motherfuckers for being offended by the comment. Keep in mind when she was married to this beast she would get angry if anyone said anything about his weight. Words were exchanged...and my mom did not spend anymore time with her mother and sister. Which let me tell you is a good thing. These people are evil...they live their lives to make others as unhappy as they are. This time my mom didn't let them win and she didn't shed a tear. That is major progress.
On the band front...my eating was great over the course of the holiday weekend. I stayed on target. I took my portable scale on the road with me. I took it to each dinner. I weighed and I ate. I stayed true to protein the entire time. With veggies as my other food.
My food consumption took a nosedive when I had to come into work on Monday. Because the phone call to come in came out of nowhere I had no time to prepare lunch or snacks. I ate several bags of chips during that 12 hour shift and 2 candy bars. Yup...crap. I was back on track before the day ended.
I'm sitting in my office smelling smoke and craving a nap. I'm reading blogs. I just don't have it in me to play catch up. I will comment though. Hope everyone is having a great week.
BTW: Many of you asked about my portable scale. I picked it up at the local grocery store. Or you can get it from T@rget. I'm sure you can pick it up at the wally world as well.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Texas Wildfires
These damn fires across Texas are really starting to piss me off. Seriously...can we get some effing rain. I'm just saying.
So as you know their are several fires going across the state. Right now the biggest of the 60 + fires is in Bastrop. I live in Austin which is 45 minutes from Bastrop. However, I work in Bastrop...and my friends live in those houses that are burning to the ground. Well they use to live in those houses. So far at least 6 of my co-workers have lost their homes. 1 of the 6 is a really good friend of mine.
So check it out. Prayers are needed for all those affected by the wildfires. Real prayers...not pretend prayers.
BTW...I'm sleepy as hell. I've been at work since 8 o'clock last night. I'm hoping to go home by 8 a.m....if I'm lucky.
So as you know their are several fires going across the state. Right now the biggest of the 60 + fires is in Bastrop. I live in Austin which is 45 minutes from Bastrop. However, I work in Bastrop...and my friends live in those houses that are burning to the ground. Well they use to live in those houses. So far at least 6 of my co-workers have lost their homes. 1 of the 6 is a really good friend of mine.
So check it out. Prayers are needed for all those affected by the wildfires. Real prayers...not pretend prayers.
BTW...I'm sleepy as hell. I've been at work since 8 o'clock last night. I'm hoping to go home by 8 a.m....if I'm lucky.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Professional Photos at BOOBS
Hey ladies! Our very own Kerri is doing professional photos for all those interested during BOOBS. She currently has 3 photo shoots scheduled for Saturday. She has more space open. Contact her. She is great at what she does. I am having Boudoir photos taken...I can't wait. Check out her photography blog to see her great work http://kerricollinsphotography.blogspot.com/.
You can contact her via e-mail or phone to set up a photo session at BOOBS.
We have all made great strides in our weight loss journey. Weather you are just beginning or at goal...document your journey by getting your photos taken with Kerri.
I'm looking forward to releasing my inner model.
You can contact her via e-mail or phone to set up a photo session at BOOBS.
I'm looking forward to releasing my inner model.
Migraines are BACK!!!
So those evil migraines are back with a vengeance. I have had a headache here or there, but not a migraine in sometime. Then 2 months ago they started to rear their ugly little heads again. So I'm not a happy camper. I also have a serious lack of energy. I mean I know I don't get much sleep, but sister girl is TIRED!! I want so rest.
After the fill appointment from hell I saw my PCP and explained all of this to her. She put me migraine preventative which is also a blood pressure medicine, since my BP was elevated. I"m totally OK with that. She also took some blood work to undercover why I'm so tired. She recommended I get a sleep study when I told her that after I lay down it still takes me close to an hour to fall asleep.
I'm hoping by getting more exercise it will help with my sleep issues. My exercise has been virtually non existent for the past 2 weeks. It started up again on yesterday. So hopefully I can meet the goal I set for exercise this month.
This weekend is my family reunion. I DON'T WANT TO PARTICIPATE!!! But I will go and plaster a smile on my face. I will even let people hug my kids (which I'm not a fan of...because they could have the swine.) I will do my best to have fun. The cool part is we are going to Fiesta Texas (six flags) so there will be tons of walking and hopefully roller coaster riding. OMG. I pray I can fit into the roller coaster ride.
Have a great holiday weekend everyone.
After the fill appointment from hell I saw my PCP and explained all of this to her. She put me migraine preventative which is also a blood pressure medicine, since my BP was elevated. I"m totally OK with that. She also took some blood work to undercover why I'm so tired. She recommended I get a sleep study when I told her that after I lay down it still takes me close to an hour to fall asleep.
I'm hoping by getting more exercise it will help with my sleep issues. My exercise has been virtually non existent for the past 2 weeks. It started up again on yesterday. So hopefully I can meet the goal I set for exercise this month.
This weekend is my family reunion. I DON'T WANT TO PARTICIPATE!!! But I will go and plaster a smile on my face. I will even let people hug my kids (which I'm not a fan of...because they could have the swine.) I will do my best to have fun. The cool part is we are going to Fiesta Texas (six flags) so there will be tons of walking and hopefully roller coaster riding. OMG. I pray I can fit into the roller coaster ride.
Have a great holiday weekend everyone.
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