I could not resist posting:
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Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Monday, January 11, 2010
Fit Flops: Day four
I googled Fit Flops the other day (after I had already received them of course) to see what came up. So naturally, I was able to find a bunch of articles and comments about how they are a fraud and don't really work. One of the articles that I thought was particularly stupid was by a fitness expert explaining how you could not expect a pair of flip flops to replace your regular workout routine. Honestly, the type of person who cannot figure that info out on their own is not the type of person who is going to take the time to research the product they are about to buy!
I'm sure that they don't work for everyone and that they are not the miracle that they are marketed to be. However, much like every other form of personal fitness, different people are going to get different results. Which brings me to the reason for this post. I am proud to say that I awoke this morning to sore inner thighs....which means that they are working for me!!!! I should also say that this is the one area of my legs that seem to be resistant to any form of exercise- the other parts have a fairly decent amount of muscle. So my guess is that if you are already in shape and are just "fat", these are not for you. Again, not really a great revelation.
I'm sure that they don't work for everyone and that they are not the miracle that they are marketed to be. However, much like every other form of personal fitness, different people are going to get different results. Which brings me to the reason for this post. I am proud to say that I awoke this morning to sore inner thighs....which means that they are working for me!!!! I should also say that this is the one area of my legs that seem to be resistant to any form of exercise- the other parts have a fairly decent amount of muscle. So my guess is that if you are already in shape and are just "fat", these are not for you. Again, not really a great revelation.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
The weekly update
I am going to try to update more often this year. I stopped mostly because I now see most of my "readers" on an almost daily basis. But I have decided to post again because every now and then I hear a comment about how I have not updated in months. So here is the summary of the week's events:
* I am detirmined to prevent my body from going to pot. In that vain I have been looking in to starting a daily Pilates habbit. I have a DVD that has five ten minute sections. Last week I did it one day. So my goal is going to be to do it two days. I also bought ( at a greatly reduced price) a pair of FitFlops. I could "feel the burn" the first day I wore them,but haven't noticed any soreness since. So we will see......
* I am detirmined to prevent my body from going to pot. In that vain I have been looking in to starting a daily Pilates habbit. I have a DVD that has five ten minute sections. Last week I did it one day. So my goal is going to be to do it two days. I also bought ( at a greatly reduced price) a pair of FitFlops. I could "feel the burn" the first day I wore them,but haven't noticed any soreness since. So we will see......
Sunday, January 03, 2010
Divine 2009
I saw so many news stories talking about how aweful 2009 was, but I don't think it was that bad. So, here is my own What was Devine in 2009 list:
* I became the proud owner of a master's degree!!!!!
* I got a good job! with benefits! Finally!
* The financial sitation (for me at least) is getting better
* Chrissy's wedding
* Even more time spent with my adorable niece and newphews
* Everyone in my family that was alive at the begining of the year is still alive. (and yes..after
2008 that is a notable blessing)
* I now have a pretty Laptop!
* I was the recipient of a Stephanie Original Birthday Cake
* presents and drawings from Leanna
*Timmy, Justin, and Jacob hugs
*Sinful excursions to Michael's, AC Moore, and Starbucks
* Having things change for the better
* Shopping trips with Mom and Steph spent laughing so hard my stomach hurt and my eyes
welled up with tears
*Being the first person to interview for the aforementioned job and pretty much knowing it was
mine from that point on.
* Only having to go on 3 interviews before landing a job
*Figuring out how to hang shelves on my plaster walls....and they're still firmly attached 6
months later!!!!
* I became the proud owner of a master's degree!!!!!
* I got a good job! with benefits! Finally!
* The financial sitation (for me at least) is getting better
* Chrissy's wedding
* Even more time spent with my adorable niece and newphews
* Everyone in my family that was alive at the begining of the year is still alive. (and yes..after
2008 that is a notable blessing)
* I now have a pretty Laptop!
* I was the recipient of a Stephanie Original Birthday Cake
* presents and drawings from Leanna
*Timmy, Justin, and Jacob hugs
*Sinful excursions to Michael's, AC Moore, and Starbucks
* Having things change for the better
* Shopping trips with Mom and Steph spent laughing so hard my stomach hurt and my eyes
welled up with tears
*Being the first person to interview for the aforementioned job and pretty much knowing it was
mine from that point on.
* Only having to go on 3 interviews before landing a job
*Figuring out how to hang shelves on my plaster walls....and they're still firmly attached 6
months later!!!!
Sunday, October 25, 2009
(drumroll please)
So I figured that since I haven't updated since July, it's probably time to post again.
* The job is going well. I really like it and after spending a year working jobs to tide me over until I graduated, its nice to have a job I actually care about.
*I really like my supervisor and my clinical supervisor, which is also an experience I haven't had in a while. They're both really easy going, which is nice given how dramatic this field is. My clincal supervisor is only 34 (and married, mom). It makes me feel a little old- I'm use to having supervisors that are years older then me!
*My "partner", from here on out refered to as C, is a different story. We get along and we can work together, and sometimes I even kinda sorta like her, but we will never be friends outside of work. Why you say? She has control and ego issues to involved to go in to here. I look at this as an opportunity to grow as a person. I know that sounds kinda harsh, but you'd understand if you knew her.
*Money and I are back together, but it's still not as solid as it used to be. It's really scary to think that you can do everything right, well..almost everything right, and still have it all fall apart so fast. I am trying to educate myself on how to manage money effectively because I don't ever want to be in this situation again.
*My forever friend is moving to Orlando. Even though we rarely visit, it still makes me sad- it was nice to have the option. Although, this does give me a reason to go visit disneyland!
*I still have no love life. I know it's going to happen when its supposed to happen, but come on already!!!!!
* The job is going well. I really like it and after spending a year working jobs to tide me over until I graduated, its nice to have a job I actually care about.
*I really like my supervisor and my clinical supervisor, which is also an experience I haven't had in a while. They're both really easy going, which is nice given how dramatic this field is. My clincal supervisor is only 34 (and married, mom). It makes me feel a little old- I'm use to having supervisors that are years older then me!
*My "partner", from here on out refered to as C, is a different story. We get along and we can work together, and sometimes I even kinda sorta like her, but we will never be friends outside of work. Why you say? She has control and ego issues to involved to go in to here. I look at this as an opportunity to grow as a person. I know that sounds kinda harsh, but you'd understand if you knew her.
*Money and I are back together, but it's still not as solid as it used to be. It's really scary to think that you can do everything right, well..almost everything right, and still have it all fall apart so fast. I am trying to educate myself on how to manage money effectively because I don't ever want to be in this situation again.
*My forever friend is moving to Orlando. Even though we rarely visit, it still makes me sad- it was nice to have the option. Although, this does give me a reason to go visit disneyland!
*I still have no love life. I know it's going to happen when its supposed to happen, but come on already!!!!!
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Update- happy edition
Sooo...I just realized that I haven't posted in over a month. Oops. So here's what's new:
* I am almost fully moved in. I still have some stuff to figure out a spot for, but for the most part, it's home. And I must say, its not as bad as what I thought. My diet has greatly improved (thanks mom!) and it's nice to know that if I went missing, someone would notice. And last night I took a bath (as opposed to a shower) for the first time in five years. It was heaven!
*I miss having a good computer with internet access on it. :(
* I GOT A JOB!!!!!!!!!!! In a week and a half I will begin my job as a Family Based Mental Health Professional (I will be doing family therapy in client families' homes) in Montgomery County. 90 days after that I will have benefits, which include health care (which I have not had for many years now!)!!! The therapy is delivered by a team- a master's level therapist (me ) and a bachelor's level case manager. SO, I am hoping and praying that I hit it off with my "partner". I got to see my tiny (very tiny) cubicle and met a few coworkers. I cannot wait to start! And, I hate to brag but it's totally waranted here, I was the first person they interviewed for the job!
*Me and money are not back together just yet but we are talking. This month I was able to pay all of my bills and buy gas!!!!!
* For the first time in a long time I feel just truly content. I think I've smiled more in the past week than I have in a few years.
* It's almost my birthday. Where did the summer go?!
* I am almost fully moved in. I still have some stuff to figure out a spot for, but for the most part, it's home. And I must say, its not as bad as what I thought. My diet has greatly improved (thanks mom!) and it's nice to know that if I went missing, someone would notice. And last night I took a bath (as opposed to a shower) for the first time in five years. It was heaven!
*I miss having a good computer with internet access on it. :(
* I GOT A JOB!!!!!!!!!!! In a week and a half I will begin my job as a Family Based Mental Health Professional (I will be doing family therapy in client families' homes) in Montgomery County. 90 days after that I will have benefits, which include health care (which I have not had for many years now!)!!! The therapy is delivered by a team- a master's level therapist (me ) and a bachelor's level case manager. SO, I am hoping and praying that I hit it off with my "partner". I got to see my tiny (very tiny) cubicle and met a few coworkers. I cannot wait to start! And, I hate to brag but it's totally waranted here, I was the first person they interviewed for the job!
*Me and money are not back together just yet but we are talking. This month I was able to pay all of my bills and buy gas!!!!!
* For the first time in a long time I feel just truly content. I think I've smiled more in the past week than I have in a few years.
* It's almost my birthday. Where did the summer go?!
Sunday, June 21, 2009
The News
For the the record, I would really like to be one of those people who finds time and inspiration to write everyday, but it just ain't happenin'! Here's what's been going on in my little world:
* The job search continues, but new with a (hopefully) new and improved revamped resume. Any prayers you could send my way will be greatly appreciated.
* The current jobs, since no one seems to know, are the TSS (bachelor's level therapist) which I out grew about a year ago, and Psychotherapist (which is Master's level, but very part time) at PInebrook.
* The computer continues to be... enough for now.
* Money continues to elude me. :(
* I am trying to get in to the habbit of a regular exercise program, but I find it hard since the only time I have is at the end of the (long) day.
* The move is scheduled for July 4th. I will miss having space, a quiet neighborhood, my own bathroom, and central air. I will not miss the higher rent payment, no one to take care of me (hint hint mom), and only one bunch of bananas.
* The job search continues, but new with a (hopefully) new and improved revamped resume. Any prayers you could send my way will be greatly appreciated.
* The current jobs, since no one seems to know, are the TSS (bachelor's level therapist) which I out grew about a year ago, and Psychotherapist (which is Master's level, but very part time) at PInebrook.
* The computer continues to be... enough for now.
* Money continues to elude me. :(
* I am trying to get in to the habbit of a regular exercise program, but I find it hard since the only time I have is at the end of the (long) day.
* The move is scheduled for July 4th. I will miss having space, a quiet neighborhood, my own bathroom, and central air. I will not miss the higher rent payment, no one to take care of me (hint hint mom), and only one bunch of bananas.
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