* I am jumping on the Jillian bandwagon. I went out and bought The 30 Day Shred and am starting it this week. Now, I know some bloggers out there talk about how they need to get in better shape and then post a picture of their rock hard abs...well, when this lady says, "I need to get in shape" I ain't lying. So there will be NOOOOO pics of my abs since you can't see them anyways! But I will give y'all updates from time to time on my progress.
* I am going back to my starch free diet. I will have some rice or a sandwich from time to time but for the most part, I will not be consuming breads, pastas, etc... This also means a lot less drinking for me. I'm not going to lie...I will be drinking my heart out in 2 weeks at the Georgia/Tenn game but other than that, I will do my best. Besides, there is always vodka/soda!
* I wish we were rich! Since I'm keeping this blog real, I will admit to being a bit of a material girl. I grew up with a comfortable lifestyle and I get kinda pissy when I can't buy what I want when I want it. I love art and am annoyed I can't afford the good stuff. I get irritated that I can't hire an interior designer or that I can't book a trip to Europe on a whim. However, the job Mr. Marine has is something larger than both of us...so I will suck it up and be thankful we have all we need (even if it isn't all we want)
* That being said, Mr. Marine and I met a fabulous local artist who does amazing abstract art and he is coming to our house tomorrow to see our colors, our decor, etc.. and design something uniquely for us! Can we say EXCITED?
* I joined Junior League. I'm kinda nervous because although I am a girly girl, I have always thought of JLers as a bit snotty so this could be interesting but I am excited to meet new people and a fellow blogger is in my new member class so that is AWESOME!!!!!
* I need a hobby. Mr. Marine is working more and more and I am bored! I used to paint and was very good at it, even selling some at auctions for hundreds of dollars. However, I had a bad experience with an art teacher during a very vulnerable time in my life and I haven't picked up a paintbrush or a piece of charcoal in over 10 years. I'm very nervous to pick up and begin again after such a lapse, but it is something I miss dearly.
* I have been a bowler since I was 4 years old. I used to be amazing at it. I'm thinking I need to start that again too! But bowling isn't recreation for me...it is a competition. Sure, I down a few beers but I am serious, composed and will kick anyone's butt...I miss being the one guys think just looks cute and then being the girl who makes their skills look elementary! I think I need to join a local league!
Wow...diarrhea of the mouth! That's all the randomness I'll subject y'all to today!
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Great random thoughts! I lost 9 lbs on the Shred! Go girl!
ReplyDeleteI was supposed to join junior league this summer but I missed the deadline so I won't be able to start until January. I'm super excited about it!
ReplyDeleteGirl I love your honesty! I feel the same way about our lack of discretionary funds. After taking Dave on that surprise trip for his bday (great minds think alike!) I find myself being like "why can't we go to NYC for MY birthday." It's hard to remember that many of the blogs I read, shows I watch, and even some people I know aren't MY reality and I need to learn to be content. I am also SO SO SO excited to see you at JL!! The girls are seriously anything but snotty (in our class, anyway) and I can't wait to hang out. See you soon!!
ReplyDeleteI love bowling! You should totally join a league and help a team kick people's butts!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with the Shred! It's great, I just wish I had the motivation to do it and stick to it. Maybe someday I will regain interest...(hopefully sooner than later!)
ReplyDeleteI'm the same about buying artsy stuff, too. I can go to Target and spend $200 on one room at one shot, and the next day I want to go get more, because I just love it...but alas, we aren't rich, either. :(
I want to jump on the Jillian bandwagon!
ReplyDeleteStart back up on the painting! You may not be able to afford the art that you want but maybe a personal painting by you would perk up your place and get rid of boredom!
Money, money, money... MONEY! Wish we had more of it! Thankful we have Cpl. Mayhem!
I think that all sounds fantastic. I'd love to see some of your art too! Don't let a rotten person spoil your talent!
ReplyDeleteCan I just say I love how honest you are?! I also have wanted to join JL for a while, but like you, tend to think those girls are kind of snotty... Oops. People don't kill me. Let me know how it goes!
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