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

It is Monday

I know, I know. I said I would write tomorrow but now it is Monday. Maybe having a goal of writing everyday is unrealistic but I'm still going to try!
I don't have much to talk about today. It snowed last night and I got to go to the coast this weekend with some friends and had a blast. It was weird to see snow on the beach though that's for sure! As for todays inspiration... I am finally feeling better from this silly cold I have had for ages. I have been functioning normally but sleeping a ton and have had constant fatigue. Can't wait to feel like a real human again! Lately I've been obsessed with John Mayers album "Continuum". I would post a video but all the songs from it are super famous and it would be repetitive haha. It's a bit cheesy because it's John Mayer but his songs just speak to me. Here are a few winners:

"Had a talk with my old man
Said help me understand
He said turn 68, you'll renegotiate
Don't stop this train
Don't for a minute change the place you're in
Don't think I couldn't ever understand
I tried my hand
John, honestly we'll never stop this train"

-Stop this Train

"Pain throws your heart to the ground

Love turns the whole thing around
No, it won't all go the way it should
But I know the heart of life is good"

-Heart of Life

"Can't seem to hold you like I want to

So I can feel you in my arms.
Nobody's gonna come and save you,
We pulled too many false alarms."

-Slow Dancing in a Burning Room

Honestly, this whole album is amazing. If you haven't heard it or it's been a while.... GET IT! haha You won't regret it :)

Primero

This is the first blog post on my new blog. I already have a blog that I don't particularly use very much but for some reason the new year inspired me to write a new one. I of course meant to write this on new years day as a part of a resolution to get back into my writing that I used to love doing. Obviously that time has now passed and now I'm just starting a new blog for fun. I am not sure where this blog will lead, but I'm going to attempt to find something inspiring each day to write about, or even just a funny picture or a new song.<br>As for an update on life as of lately... Things are going well. I've slowed down a bit and am working a lot less. I have found a new energy for things that I once was lacking that's for sure. I just got back from seeing my parents recently and had a blast there. Nevada doesn't get credit for its beauty much but it is quite serene. Since the new year I have been concentrating on getting well from a cold that keeps hanging on, working out at least 4 times a week, and trying to incorporate healthy foods into my diet. I have been feeling better already! Well, until tomorrow.