new week, new goals

Hello internetworld. It's been a while since I've posted. Again, I wait for the inspiration to post whatever I feel is worthy haha. Today I feel inspired because of the awesome sunshine today. I just walked penny (my dog, just in case you've never met her) for almost three miles, and I even folded laundry right after it was done! I've also been sleeping a ton. Maybe my body is fighting whatever is going around. Jon is sick so I figured it would try to get me too. Actually, I still have some symptoms of whatever I had before but I'm just ignoring it and sleeping haha. Today while I was walking I organized a list of things I would like to work on everyday. Although none of these may not directly effect you I feel very productive writing them somewhere to keep me accountable. Okay, here goes:
1. Read at least half an hour before bed. Once I get out of the habit of reading it's hard to get back into it. I have to just make the first move and go for it.
2.Do something active everyday. Not necessarily crossfit or tabata. Either a walk, jog, hike, bike ride, whatever. Anything that keeps me moving!
3.Cook more, go out less. We've been eating out a ton and I need to be careful about that. I tend to eat worse and more when I do.
4.Do my glute lifts for my knees. I have a move that I do to help my knee pain that I haven't been doing. I have to start doing them consistently otherwise the pain will keep coming back.
5.Sleep at least 8 to 9 hours a night. Along with this one goes not sleeping too much (10+ hours is a bit odd) and going to bed at a reasonable time. This will provide longevity for years to come, at least until we decide to have kids haha.
6.Make more time for friends. I feel as though I've been hibernating since the new year. I don't like it. I will make a point to hang out with at least one or two people a week!

There's the list. I can't tackle that all at once, but mostly I just need to get up earlier and utilize my time better. Until next time...

Creativity is flowing...

Okay, so last post I was overwhelmed by planning the biggest event of my life thus far. (One day, but still by far the largest event!) Since then I've been doing some research and helping Jon's sister with hers, it's in December. I have officially gotten inspired about what I'm thinking about doing. It's definitely a one step at a time process but I have a definite direction I want to go in. I'm so excited! Jon and I are currently trying to set a date. It's a hard choice because what day we choose has a few things pending on it. The sooner we have it the more we have to rush to get things set up now haha. Well, I'm off to Heidi's birthday party at King Estate Winery. Yummmm.... til next time!

life as I know it

         I've been home sick the past few days. I've noticed a pattern when I'm sick for too long I start to get depressed... as in, I run out of life motivation. I run out of inspiration. I feel like I've been brain dead forever. It's mixed emotions right now too, because in between my exhaustion and boredom I'm feeling excitement. Jon proposed yesterday! So we are officially taking the next big step, at some point in the near future haha. People would think that it's just a no brainer after dating as long as we have. Trust me! It's still just as exciting as if we'd been dating a lot less of a time.
         Now I'm trying to deal with my wedding planning anxiety. It sounds really weird, but thinking about confirming anything and having to make decisions is scary. There are so many things to take into consideration and figure out. I think I will be more excited once we pick a date and get a guest list going. I told Jon I would not think about it, and after this post I'm going to try. I want to enjoy every step of the way! I just know it's going to be the biggest day of my life so far and I'm terrified of planning events lol. I am so excited I've found my other half, my companion, my love. I know no matter what I have him, whether we have a huge wedding or elope to Vegas. =) In my times of anxiety that's what I'm going to remind myself, that it's about us. Just us. They do say all things worth doing are difficult, and in this case, (with the wedding organizing lol) I believe that they are correct. =) Until next time.... <3

Gotye - Somebody That I Used To Know (feat. Kimbra) - official video

I am absolutely obsessed with this song. Try to like it as much as I do, I dare you ;)

Happy Monday!!

today is a better day

I have been feeling progressively worse the past few days from this cold and almost went to the doctor. Today I woke up feeling much more refreshed and productive then I have in a while! This weekend we have tickets for Bill Cosby with Jon's parents. It should be a blast! I always underestimate the power of a comedy show. I've never gotten into much stand up comedy until the last few years but it's really awesome. Granted I have to be in the mood. Some really good ones are Louis C.K., *old* Dane Cook, and Brian Regan. Well, I think that's about it today but hopefully I'll report back soon in full health... please? ;)

A friend of mine just recently lost her new husband to cancer. It was a long fight, and they did everything they could for him. Unfortunately it wasn't enough and he wasn't strong enough to fight anymore. This saddens me on many levels. I wasn't great friends with him but we spent time together and Jon has known him since elementary school. Oh, and he was only 24. The one thing I hope to take from this is that you cannot take your life for granted. Sure there are going to be things you have to do to that you don't like, but just know everyday is a precious gift. We are given so much and so often we forget how lucky we truly are. All I want to say is that enjoy your life, your loved ones, and the gift that has been given to you. Really, truly, LIVE. That is my inspiration today. Take it with you.

It is again Monday

Hello internet world. I apparently love writing on Mondays. Something about a new beginning (... new week? haha) inspires me. I just got back from a fun weekend with my family in the Portland area. It was a blast! My cousin Amy and I babysat our (well, it's her cousin but it's all relative I suppose!) cousins twins and four year old. SO crazy. I am not ready for kids yet, let alone twins AND a four year old lol. But seeing my family was nice and I got great nights sleep out of exhaustion.

  Let's see, today so far I've done a crossfit work out and worked at the kitchen. I'm working later then my usual time because one of our ladies is taking a vacation and she has a plane to catch. I don't mind. It just means more sleep for me! I will probably miss tabata though, which is my favorite work out class. I will post a link to the sight below this post.

 It is a crazy intense/fun workout involving lots of squats and timed intervals. I'm a fan because it helped me lose weight, and I recommend it to everyone! Tonight for dinner I am making paleo fajitas. Basically meat and veggies haha. I don't eat like this always but it can be really tasty if done right. I will attempt to write sooner then one week. Eventually it will be a habit I hope.

Tabata Training Site