Thursday, October 16, 2008
Turbo Turbo
In just four days, I am embarking on the most challenging exercise-related day of my entire life. From 8am-6pm Saturday, I will be attending Turbo Kick instructor training. For me, taking this training to get TK certified is similar to standing on the edge of a cliff. I’m looking over the edge, and I only have two choices. I can get scared, hold myself back, and crawl back down the mountain (in other words be boring and safe), or I can take a deep breath, dive in, and make a change.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
What Am I Doing?
Perhaps a better question would be, "What aren't I doing?" I feel like I'm barely home, I'm so busy. Here's the kicker though: I don't really have anything to show for being so busy.
Oh yeah, nothing except for the 20 pounds I have lost!
That's right. I'm never home because I'm working my ass off at the Y. Literally.
I'm taking the Turbo Kick instructor training October 18. I've never taught any type of group ex class before. I can teach taekwondo all day, but moving and talking at the same time?? We'll see how it goes. Here's a promise though: I'm going to own that training!
Oh yeah, nothing except for the 20 pounds I have lost!
That's right. I'm never home because I'm working my ass off at the Y. Literally.
I'm taking the Turbo Kick instructor training October 18. I've never taught any type of group ex class before. I can teach taekwondo all day, but moving and talking at the same time?? We'll see how it goes. Here's a promise though: I'm going to own that training!
Friday, July 18, 2008
You Can Shop in Vegas
When we were in Vegas a couple of weeks ago, I broke down and bought the Imju Fiberwig mascara. I had told myself that I wouldn’t buy it, but it was taunting me with it’s claims of “paint on false lashes,” so I had to have it. My eyelashes are really long anyway, and fairly thick, so I usually don’t notice much of a difference when mascaras claim extended length or volume.
I was pleasantly surprised with the Fiberwig. I don’t notice extended length, but the mascara separates my lashes beautifully, and will stay on through two taekwondo classes. Score! It’s great for every day. At $22, I’m not sure I’ll buy it again, but I’m glad I tried it. I also tried Sephora’s new Atomic Volume mascara. LOVE IT. It’s $16, and the black is super black. The brush has the rubber bristles, but they’re all different sizes, so the brush can get even the short lashes. It has great separation, lift and volume. I haven’t tried this one with my eyelash curler yet, but watch out when I do!
Here’s the rest of the cool stuff I got in Vegas: Sephora Metallic eyeliner in bronze (210) $4 – awesome. Try it. Ted Gibson Build It blow drying agent$28 – smells awesome and actually does provide some lift and hold. Caudalie Beauty Elixer $15 – Don’t waste your money. Alcohol is the second ingredient, and it stinks. Literally. It smells bad. I should have stopped and read the ingredients before I purchased it. (btw, I got some Caudalie cleanser travel sizes. Awesome cleanser. Very gentle, and they will work on everyone’s skin types.)
Lest you think I only shopped at Sephora, I also got some flip flops from bebe. Love them!!
Oh yes, and when you’re in Vegas, take some time to go to the Casino Royale on the strip. They have dollar margaritas. All Day. Just one dollar.
I was pleasantly surprised with the Fiberwig. I don’t notice extended length, but the mascara separates my lashes beautifully, and will stay on through two taekwondo classes. Score! It’s great for every day. At $22, I’m not sure I’ll buy it again, but I’m glad I tried it. I also tried Sephora’s new Atomic Volume mascara. LOVE IT. It’s $16, and the black is super black. The brush has the rubber bristles, but they’re all different sizes, so the brush can get even the short lashes. It has great separation, lift and volume. I haven’t tried this one with my eyelash curler yet, but watch out when I do!
Here’s the rest of the cool stuff I got in Vegas: Sephora Metallic eyeliner in bronze (210) $4 – awesome. Try it. Ted Gibson Build It blow drying agent$28 – smells awesome and actually does provide some lift and hold. Caudalie Beauty Elixer $15 – Don’t waste your money. Alcohol is the second ingredient, and it stinks. Literally. It smells bad. I should have stopped and read the ingredients before I purchased it. (btw, I got some Caudalie cleanser travel sizes. Awesome cleanser. Very gentle, and they will work on everyone’s skin types.)
Lest you think I only shopped at Sephora, I also got some flip flops from bebe. Love them!!
Oh yes, and when you’re in Vegas, take some time to go to the Casino Royale on the strip. They have dollar margaritas. All Day. Just one dollar.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Hot Weather and Designer Purses
Three months and three days until the Turbo Kick instructor training! Woot Woot!
Ok. DH and I spent the Independence Day weekend in Las Vegas. The heat doesn’t bother me (unlike the poor fellow that passed out in the “Tix 4 Tonight” line, but that’s a story for a different day), so I had an awesome time. The whole reason for the trip was my SIL getting married. Yay for her! I’d never been to a Vegas wedding before, so I was a might surprised when I noticed that from the time the limo picked us up to the time it dropped us off was less than an hour. We went to see the bodies exhibit, and saw a Cirque du Soleil show.
I went to the Chanel boutique in the Wynn hotel, and met a nice man from OP who insisted I try on this supreme black leather slouchy satchel with the chain handles. Oh my, was it lovely. The price was also north of $3000. Despite his assurances that I would be the only one in Wichita, and probably the only one in the whole MIDWEST with this satchel, I couldn’t spend the equivalent of six month’s utilities on one handbag. Needless to say, I do not have the supreme black leather slouchy satchel with the chain handles. I also trotted DH over to the LV boutique to try and explain the differences between a real designer handbag and a knockoff, but I just don’t think he was interested. I try to explain that handbags are art, but I think his definition of art and mine are not the same.
Ok. DH and I spent the Independence Day weekend in Las Vegas. The heat doesn’t bother me (unlike the poor fellow that passed out in the “Tix 4 Tonight” line, but that’s a story for a different day), so I had an awesome time. The whole reason for the trip was my SIL getting married. Yay for her! I’d never been to a Vegas wedding before, so I was a might surprised when I noticed that from the time the limo picked us up to the time it dropped us off was less than an hour. We went to see the bodies exhibit, and saw a Cirque du Soleil show.
I went to the Chanel boutique in the Wynn hotel, and met a nice man from OP who insisted I try on this supreme black leather slouchy satchel with the chain handles. Oh my, was it lovely. The price was also north of $3000. Despite his assurances that I would be the only one in Wichita, and probably the only one in the whole MIDWEST with this satchel, I couldn’t spend the equivalent of six month’s utilities on one handbag. Needless to say, I do not have the supreme black leather slouchy satchel with the chain handles. I also trotted DH over to the LV boutique to try and explain the differences between a real designer handbag and a knockoff, but I just don’t think he was interested. I try to explain that handbags are art, but I think his definition of art and mine are not the same.
Monday, July 14, 2008
The Only Good Thing About Being 14
So, I used to be 14. It really sucked.
There was one good thing though, a friend and I went to see the New Kids on the Block concert at the Kansas Coliseum. I can't express how much I loved the New Kids!! Donnie, Joey, Jon, Jordan, and Danny....Oh, I had posters of them all over my room. I could never figure out who I liked the best though (I always wavered between Joey and Jordan....didn't we all??), so I just always said I liked them all.
They're back!!! I love the song "Summertime". I listen to it over and over and over and over...you get the point. They're going to be in concert on November 11 in Kansas city. I am seriously trying to convince DH that we need to go, but he keeps grumbling about having to turn in his man card, or some crap like that.
We'll see. I have plenty of time to try and convince him. I'll keep you posted.
In the meantime, we're going to see 3 doors down on September 4.
Keep on Rockin'!
There was one good thing though, a friend and I went to see the New Kids on the Block concert at the Kansas Coliseum. I can't express how much I loved the New Kids!! Donnie, Joey, Jon, Jordan, and Danny....Oh, I had posters of them all over my room. I could never figure out who I liked the best though (I always wavered between Joey and Jordan....didn't we all??), so I just always said I liked them all.
They're back!!! I love the song "Summertime". I listen to it over and over and over and over...you get the point. They're going to be in concert on November 11 in Kansas city. I am seriously trying to convince DH that we need to go, but he keeps grumbling about having to turn in his man card, or some crap like that.
We'll see. I have plenty of time to try and convince him. I'll keep you posted.
In the meantime, we're going to see 3 doors down on September 4.
Keep on Rockin'!
Thursday, May 29, 2008
What Does the Future Hold for Me?
I can see it. It's just past my fingertips, right where it's been for the last two years. I can see it, but I can't reach it.
My yoga teacher says that I've completely missed it. I've focused so much on expressing positive energy and willing the universe to provide for me that I have not been allowing it to happen.
So, this is me, making it public. I am not the one in control! Do you hear me universe? I am not in control! I'm here, floating in the shimmering pool, allowing the waves of peace, zen, and energy to wash over me.
Then, where's the balance? How do I find that happy medium between being happy and hopeful, but not forcing the issue?
My yoga teacher says that I've completely missed it. I've focused so much on expressing positive energy and willing the universe to provide for me that I have not been allowing it to happen.
So, this is me, making it public. I am not the one in control! Do you hear me universe? I am not in control! I'm here, floating in the shimmering pool, allowing the waves of peace, zen, and energy to wash over me.
Then, where's the balance? How do I find that happy medium between being happy and hopeful, but not forcing the issue?
I Love Summer!
Late Spring/Early Summer is my favorite time of the year.
I love being warm, wearing sandals and tank tops, and being able to run around without a jacket. I have never understood the draw of running around in snow, having to be bundled up in a huge jacket and scarf, and taking the chance my skin will freeze solid and fall off.
I love being warm, wearing sandals and tank tops, and being able to run around without a jacket. I have never understood the draw of running around in snow, having to be bundled up in a huge jacket and scarf, and taking the chance my skin will freeze solid and fall off.
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