07-JAN-2008
False Spring
It was really warm here today (70 degrees). So I headed to the park to walk. You gotta take advantage of nice weather when you know next week you might be cooped up in the house, walking on the treadmill watching The Price is Right. I happened to run into my daughter and her best friend who were strolling with their babies. I love our park; it is one of the nicest parts of our little town, with its huge oak trees and nice walking track. We'll see how long this reprieve from the cold and snow lasts.
06-JAN-2008
Patterns
So my friend and I were shopping at Target this afternoon along with everyone else in town. Normally I like shopping there, but I guess this is a transitional season. Parts of the store looked like they had been looted. I got the last 12 pack of Diet Coke, and the only reason it was still there was because the carton was ripped. Standing at the checkout line, I looked into the snack bar and noticed all the design elements, which you hardly see when you are looking for a quick snack. Did you know you can get a medium soft drink and a bag of popcorn for $1.00, while a medium soft drink by itself costs like $1.29? I just buy the combo and give away the popcorn! So I think this pic is kinda cool, even though the people look like they are about to drown.
05-JAN-2008
Too Much Technology
All I wanted to do was upload a video to YouTube. Unfortunately, I taped at high resolution and the file was 3 gigabytes, which is way too big. Plus I couldn't find the correct cord that had the two matching ends which would hook up the camera to the computer. Then the video was too long, so I had to split it into four sections. Four hours and 3 different laptops later (don't ask) I finally got it uploaded. (Actually it was my wonderful son in law who figured it out). Sometimes, the very technology that is supposed to save us time makes us want to scream and throw things out the window.
04-JAN-2008
Paying for the Sins of Christmas Past
I finally ran out of excuses not to exercise, and headed back to the Y. It's a new year, blah, blah, blah. I work with a trainer, and the fact that I have to pay her is the main reason I show up to work out. Although I have been known to miss an appointment even though I know I will have to pay anyway. Today, a new trainer was shadowing our workout, so he "helped" me with my form. Did I forget to mention that he was a tight end on Marshall's football team last year? Yeah, whining doesn't get you anywhere with someone like that. You also know it's not good when your trainer tells the new guy to be careful because "when her heart rate gets too high, she vomits!" It's true. I hate working out.
03-JAN-2008
Amaryllis
I love forcing bulbs in the winter. It's fascinating to watch the plant emerge and grow daily. This morning, the bloom had barely begun to open, and by 6 this evening, this is the result.
02-JAN-2008
Brrrrrrrrr!
It's a bit cold to be outside in your swimsuit! This is the first real snow of the season, complete with icy roads, school closings, and really cold temperatures.
01-JAN-2008
Self Portrait
The new year is a time to "reflect" on your life and what makes you happy. I am blessed with more than I could ever need.