Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Nephew #4 is on his way

Monday evening-
After work we made dinner for Dave in our ward. Then we relaxed for a little while. A little later we went to Smith’s to get a few things; vanilla ice cream and cocoa powder for a topping =]
I downloaded a new app that keeps track of your calories and what you eat. All you have to do is scan the item’s barcode and it adds it all up for you! I don’t eat as many calories as I should be eating; it says 2200, I eat about 1500… I guess I better focus more on what I’m eating. We watched a few “Suite Life on Deck” episodes while Spencer did some homework. I did the dishes, I love when I get those out of the way.
I am now just waiting for my workout schedule from my coach Mallorie. But I keep working out still until I get the workout sheet.

Tuesday-
I woke up and didn’t work out BUT I am doing some ab workouts later tonight since I have time. I really want to try them so I probably won’t talk myself out of it. But I look pretty awesome again today =]
At 11pm last night we got a text saying Jessica, my sister in laws, water broke. It is now 11:30am and no baby yet. As far as I know everyone is doing okay so far. It’s exciting!! I will have a new nephew sometime soon and then another nephew that will come probably later this week or maybe even next week. =]
We got our BIG project done at work so now just going to maybe read a book for once. For Book Club we need to read A wrinkle in time…. Only I don’t have that one so I might have to go to the library and get it. So just waiting and trying to keep busy at work. We are all hoping for a healthy baby boy and of course that Jessica is doing okay. =]
I am so looking forward to getting on a plane TWICE this year. Woot Woot!!

Countdown-

19 days until Spencer is out of this semester
29 days until Chicago/Iowa!!!

Monday, July 30, 2012

Evia to the Zoo

Friday evening-
After work we ordered Pizza Hut and watched some TV for a little while. Then we decided to go to Brigham Young Park to see a free concert. It was a fairly nice day outside and nothing beats a free concert! It was with bag pipes, it was really short and we had a lot of talkers around us so it was a little hard to hear and we were too far back to see them play. Other than that it was nice to get out for a little while. We saw a few familiar faces and sat behind a cute little family with 4 kids. Then we relaxed for the rest of the evening. We will have our own insurance soon, I’m super excited!

Saturday-
I decided to take Evia to the Zoo today with my sister Jessica. As far as I know she had a pretty good time. She behaved herself fairly well; she had her moments like any kid would. It was a hot day but not too bad. We saw a lot of cool animals, pictures are on Facebook. We saw Rizzo the beautiful polar bear, snakes, seals, a peacock, monkeys, and elephants, etc. Afterwards we headed back to my place so we could rest and watch some Dora the Explorer. Then a little later Evia, Spencer, and I headed on Trax to City Creek for Evia to play at the dinosaur park. She had lots of fun and we wore her out! Then we took her back around 4:15 and I think she took a great nap! I was glad to help them out a little bit since I had nothing else planned that day.
I rested my sore feet for the day and watched some TV and a little later I did the dishes!  We walked SOOO much today that I counted that as my workout but didn't count it as day 4 because it wasn't my turbofire workout.

Sunday-
Spencer didn’t have meetings this morning so we got up and ready for the day! I curled my hair, it looked great! I went to pick up the curling iron to move it out of the way to cool down, but without thinking I picked up the hot part with my fingers…. Ouch! They were numb for a little bit but there aren’t any blisters =]
The Tanner family all were there today with their new baby boy! I’m glad they were all able to make it, I know Acacia has missed being able to come to church.
Nursery… I love it I really do but I really have to stop and breathe sometimes. I’ve just been on edge lately with a few things and I’m trying not to blow up over anything. They weren’t too bad today though which was good. But there are a few other reasons that make me upset.
After church I went home to relax for a little bit before Spencer got home. Around 2:30 we went to Jessica’s to do laundry. We watched Hitch, The pacifier, and Get Smart. We also went and found a geo cache too! I love doing that. Once we were done we headed home and relaxed a little bit before heading to bed around 10:30.
Random story: When I registered for wedding things online I choose things that were plastic because I don’t want to break any glass cups, or plates, or bowls. But people really get you what they want which is fine; it’s better than nothing.
Anyways I received these red glass measuring cups which I LOVE but two of the handles have broken off leaving them with jagged edges. Last night I picked one up to move it into the sink and it sliced my finger open… lame!!!

Monday-
This morning I got up and ready for the day! I watched some Suite Life on Deck while stretching. Then I did a 45 EZ class and I just had to really say you’re doing this for this and these reasons come on! Then sometimes I yell at my body because I’m like you can do this so stop cramping up or whatever. Then I did my hair curly again, gorgeous!! I should have started doing make up and hair like this when I was in High School! It’s too late now but I can look good now =]
Then I watched a few shows before going to work. Now at work once a month one of the receptionist gets to go eat with our manager and everyone else. That’s exciting because a lot of times I never get to go to lunch with anyone. I’m going next month, not sure where yet but I’m pretty excited!
Now that I do exercise and look good I am more open and will freely talk to people because I feel better about myself! =]
There really isn’t too much going on at work but there are a few things we need to get done. Within a couple weeks we will have two new nephews, I’m pretty excited!

Afterwards we will be making dinner for someone in our ward and then just plan on relaxing this evening, as far as I know! =]

So lately I’ve realized I’ve been snacking a lot more since I’ve been working out… but not always snacking on good food. I’m going to cut back on sugars…. Not completely take sugar out of my diet though because I would have HUGE withdrawal. Anyways so I’m going to do my best in that area as well.

Day 4 workout- 45 EZ class

One of my favorite pictures of Evia & I at the Zoo

Countdown-

2 days until something awesome!!! HOLY SMOKES!
10 days until Spencer is out of this semester
30 days until Chicago/Iowa!!! (a month until vacation!!)

Friday, July 27, 2012

Black High Heels

Thursday evening-
Yesterday after work I went to Payless! I bought super hot sexy black high heels. They make me super tall but I will get used to it in time. =] But I plan to wear them as much as possible to get my money’s worth of course. Then when I got home my sea foam nail polish had arrived!! It’s called mermaid tears, but it was the closest sea foam shade I could find. =] Then I cleaned the house a little bit. I should have cleaned it a lot more but with working out in the morning and then going to work, by the time I get home I want to relax. But I need to get my butt in gear. Then around 7:30 I went over to Acacia’s and she told me a few vocal exercises I could do .We didn’t do a whole bunch because neither of us have a piano but sometime we will do more. She was going to call her teacher that she had for CD’s on the exercise. I wish I could take voice lessons but depending on the cost it wouldn’t be good for us right now. Then Spencer and I relaxed a little when he came home and talked about a few things. W started the Doctrine & Covenants tonight, I LOVE this section!

Friday-
It took me awhile to fall asleep but when I did I slept great! I did finally get my butt up to workout. It’s hard because I don’t like always doing the same 2-3 workouts over and over again but I really could change it up but I don’t always want to do a 60 minute work out but I will get there eventually. Then I hurried to get ready for the day. =] It was a little stormy looking this morning but I was okay with that! And I did get through the work out without stopping but I didn’t sweat as much as I probably should of.
I wore my high heels to work with my black shorts, my hair in a ponytail, and hoop earrings! =]
Not too much is happening at work, our one Google Project is close to being done =]
Other than that I will probably watch a few episodes or YouTube videos.
Then after work I will MAKE myself clean the house but really spend some quality time with Spencer as well, we’ve both been fairly busy and I’ve missed him.

Saturday I will be taking Evia to the zoo with my sister, Jessica. I’m pretty excited, especially since I haven’t seen all the new exhibits yet. Spencer will be at home catching up on some much needed homework time. Need to prepare nursery lesson as well.
Sunday I have the lesson in nursery and then laundry at Jessica’s!



Day3 workout- 30 Class (notice the sea foam nails!)

Countdown-

5 days until something awesome!!!
13 days until Spencer is out of this semester
33 days until Chicago/Iowa!!!

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Fresh Bread

Wednesday evening-
After work I talked with Suki for a little while on Skype. We had a pretty good conversation =] after our conversation I sang a few songs, I’ve decided I want to try to take up some singing again. Acacia said she would help me with some voice techniques. Then I ate some dinner and watched some TV shows. My oldest sister, Jessica, had a rough day with X. I was really sad to hear about the things that happened; too bad it can’t be easier for her. It’s one of those moments where you wish you could make life easier for a loved one but there are moments you can’t fix. Hopefully soon things will calm down a bit.
Also my friend Channelle was in pain and not doing well so we didn’t end up getting together and going to the movies but we will catch up again soon I’m sure.

Thursday-
Day 2 workout- 45 EZ Class
Man was I sweating on this one, part way through a workout or when I’m having a hard time I stick my head in the freezer and just breathe in the cool air for a minute or two. It helps me get that second burst of energy.
Afterwards I did a nice stretch, but need to do the 40 stretch sometime soon. Then I got ready for the day, but a little before I left for work I got this HUGE headache; I feel like my head is going to explode. So I wish I could just close by eyes but we have a lot of busy work today. We are up to Pennsylvania in the Google Search and now I have a HUGE stack of invoices to do. But I did get a FRESH loaf of bread… yum!
And I plan on buying these hot high heels after work.
Then I will clean up the house, it really needs it. And then later go over to Acacias for a little while.
Oh and sadly I only have like 2 people on my work out group but oh well, people have busy lives or their own plan.
I am really excited to have a break/vacation coming soon!



Countdown-

6 days until something awesome!!!
14 days until Spencer is out of this semester
34 days until Chicago/Iowa!!!

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Red Lipstick

Tuesday evening-
Work wasn’t too bad; it actually went by fairly fast for a long day. After work I picked up Bree from frontrunner. Spencer made Beef Stew in the Crockpot for us so we ate dinner and watched some Lord of the Rings. Afterwards Bree and I stopped at Smiths to get a few cheaper snacks for the movies. We went to see “What to expect when you’re expecting”. It was a fairly cute movie. There were a few moments that were kind of stupid but a lot was pretty funny. It just made me want a baby even more though lol
Bree and I went to the frontrunner and sat and talked for a little bit before she had to get back on the train. It was nice that she came down so we could hang out for a little while.
When I got home Spencer and I relaxed for a little bit. I did a few things online and went to be around 11pm.

Wednesday-
I slept fairly well for the most part! Today starts the workout day with Suki. I got up around 7am and ate a small snack, drank water and started to stretch. Then I did a 30 minute Turbo Fire workout. Afterwards I slowly stretched and ate some breakfast and drank some more water. There are a few strength things for my thighs and abs I want to try but maybe those are things I will do at home in the evening because they don’t make you super sweaty. =] I had to tell myself out loud “you can do it, come on!” Now I’m glad I did it. After awhile I decided that if I help other people reach their goals then I will probably reach my goals too. But if I don’t have a lot of people following my then it won’t work out so well. If you know of someone that needs some support and motivation have them email me collegechick17@gmail.com =]

1. Workout 4-5 times a week depending on you’re schedule and everything
2. Take a picture after every work out
3. Pick a song for that day that motivates you to change or quote
4. Smile as much as possible

My goal: To get fit and in shape (so I’m not out of breathe walking up a hill for example) for when I get pregnant and if I get pregnant before that, then I will just do my best to keep moving by walking or pregnant Pilates. =]

I was talking to Spencer a little last night and realized something. Lately I’ve been doing my hair, and my make up. I’ve been trying new things and new looks. I think that I’m finally trying to be the person I’ve wanted to be. I’ve been this shy comfortable girl and now I want to open up and finally be me! I want to be classy, kind, happy, and adventurous! I’ve been trying new hair idea, new make up looks, and wanting new styles of clothing. I don’t want to hide behind being shy; I want to be open, friendly, and outgoing. Being who I finally have wanted to be does come at a price. We’ve been saving up for a few things for the future: car, house, kids. If I buy something new every paycheck that’s not going to help us save money for the things above. I want both of these things a lot so I might just have to put off buying new things to be who I want to be for now but maybe try cheaper ways of doing so.

There is a song called “Send it on” by a few Disney characters. It’s a beautiful song; it just makes you want to be this amazing giving person.
Lyrics-
A word’s just a word
‘Til you mean what you say
And love isn’t love
‘Til you give it away

Send it on, on and on
Just one hand can heal another
Be a part, reach a heart
Just one spark starts a fire

With one little action
The chain reaction will never stop
Make it strong
Shine a light, and send it on

Just smile and the world
Will smile along with you
That small act of love
Is meant for one who will become two

If we take the chances
To change circumstances
Imagine all we can do

There’s power in all
Of the choices we make
So I’m starting now
There’s not a moment to waste

Also a quote I saw yesterday, I plan to do my best to live by =]

“Your clothes should be tight enough to show you’re a woman, but loose enough to show you’re a lady.” –Marilyn Monroe

I love when I feel different in a good way and I’m positive and motivated, if only these things could stay forever. I will do my best to keep them as LONG as possible!



Day 1 workout- i was hot and tired but showing proof

Red lipstick, this picture makes my face look paler than it really is but i will proabaly get bronzer for my face & wear less eye make up =]



Countdown-

7 days until something awesome!!!
15 days until Spencer is out of this semester
35 days until Chicago/Iowa!!!

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Pioneer Day 2012

Monday evening-
After work we were going to go mini golfing… but instead we went to see Ice Age 4! It was pretty good, I didn’t like the big monkey guy (he was a bad guy) other than that it was super cute! It would be crazy if they did a 5th one, normally after a second movie they aren’t as good but Ice Age has done pretty well I think. But I do think 4 is enough but they can do what they want lol
Afterwards we watched some TV but it was starting to get late and I had to get up early. We finished the Book of Mormon! It took us about a year but we would miss reading off and on but I believe we are going to start reading it again but not sure what the plan is now.
We are going to maybe go to Cherry Hill on Saturday to do mini golf and a few other things and probably go on a hike in the evening =] I’m pretty excited.
I talked with my friend Suki and we decided we are going to start working out in the mornings (she lives in Arizona) but we are going to have to rely on each other to work out. So hopefully it will keep both of us motivated, I know it will be good for me so we will see how it all goes.

Tuesday-
I didn’t sleep really well but I wasn’t in pain and so I’m not complaining. I am working all day because the morning receptionist ran in the race this morning. I really dislike when they block off the roads for a race in Salt Lake. They really should just have a track somewhere else specifically for it so they don’t have to block off roads. Or at least put up signs saying “go to 2100 south” if that is the next opened road that goes straight through. It just bugs me EVERY time so I was late for work because I couldn’t find a street to get through. But I finally made it and here I am!
This is the one day Spencer actually has off and I don’t get it off. Oh well he will be able to do whatever he wants at home today.
Then after work I plan on picking my friend, Bree, up from the front runner and then we are going to the movie “What to expecting when your expecting” at the dollar theater. =]

I wanted to post this cool photo of Debby Ryan that she posted on Twitter but it wouldn’t let me save the picture so here is the link, hopefully it will let you see it. http://www.whosay.com/debbyryan/photos/206401
I plan to try this out sometime. Lol

Other than that just trying to stay busy at work and not fall asleep but all should be okay. Can’t believe my countdowns are almost done! Then I have a few more to add. =]

Happy Pioneer Day!


Countdown-

8 days until something awesome!!!
16 days until Spencer is out of this semester
36 days until Chicago/Iowa!!!

Monday, July 23, 2012

The Glades: Debby Ryan

Friday evening-
After work my in-laws stopped by for a little while. We went to YUMMY Trio for dinner. Then later we got Jessie episodes & all the Ice Age movies on my laptop and also got a few other little treats! Then we headed to their RV camp site to go swimming! We weren’t in there for long but it wasn’t as hot out anymore so just a small soak was nice. We then headed back to their RV and played a game, I love playing games! Karen won one game, Spencer won another, and I won one!! It was a perfect game night. Then Spencer and I headed back home and didn’t get to bed until about 11:30 or 12, long night.

Saturday-
We didn’t sleep in really long but we got up and headed out to Tooele for the evening. We stopped at a garage sale and my mom was getting some cute clothes for my sisters baby Jade (due in December). We did laundry of course, watched some Jessie episodes, talked with my mom for a little while. My dad and Spencer worked on our car, which was nice. We watched Ice Age 2, and then around 4 we headed back to Salt Lake City. We cleaned up the house and little bit and put a few things away. Then we watched Ice Age 3. Other than that a fairly boring Saturday, we went to sleep around 11:30 or 12, again!

Sunday-
Kids are always entertaining in Sacrament meeting. Just two leaders in nursery today and 7 kids but for the most part there was no fighting! But of course the normal ones that don’t listen to you much. I talked to Ashley (the primary president) about a few things and we plan on having a nursery meeting soon so we can all be on the same page. We were going to take turns as leaders to go into Relief Society occasionally especially when there aren’t a lot of kids… but we might not be allowed to anymore. =[ Which I understand why we might not be able to but it was something I was looking forward to. I love my calling in nursery but there are times I really need a break especially since I barely ever miss a Sunday. I’m just feeling a little overwhelmed but there are always good days and bad days I will adjust. After church I watched some TV shows. Spencer came home around 4pm or so. Then around 6pm we took a nap, a lot longer than planned but so nice! Then it rained and we had a thunderstorm!!! We have been waiting forever for a lot of rain. Another LATE night but when you take a nap late you don’t want to toss and turn if you go to bed early.

Monday-
I woke up around 7:30 this morning and watched The Glades episode from last night, Debby Ryan was in this episode. She was pretty good. It will be interesting when she gets even older what type of shows or movies she is going to go into after she is done with Disney (if she stops doing Disney). Today I curled my hair FINALLY!!! But I used a curling iron not a straightening…. It turned out okay, it’s not too bad but I think I curled one side of my hair the wrong way and one side isn’t holding the curl very well. Other than that it’s pretty good for my first time really curling my hair. =] I think I look pretty good today.
It’s a fairly nice day outside and it’s pretty quite at work today because of the holiday in Utah tomorrow. I found sea foam nail polish!! The closest I could fine, so I bought it online, it will be a nice shade for fall especially. Also thinking sometime I might want to buy red lipstick or some nice shade of lipstick that pops but doesn’t look bad on me. Other than the normal Google searches for the project at work, not too much going on.
Thinking I should start working out again, maybe start on Wednesday.
Tonight Spencer and I are going to go mini golfing, I’m super excited! I know I’m not good but it’s been awhile since I’ve played.
Then Spencer has tomorrow off for Pioneer Day but I have to work all day and then Bree and I will be going to a movie so it will be a full day.
It’s going to be a fairly busy week but I think I will make it all work plus some. =]
Hope you enjoyed your weekend, its back to another week!


this was Spencer and I are Saturday!

This is my hair this morning! =]

Countdown-

9 days until something awesome!!!
17 days until Spencer is out of this semester
37 days until Chicago/Iowa!!!