Run run rudolph

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I have ran at the track for the last three days, and am quite proud of myself. Hummel park, which is about 5 minutes from the family shop. Hummel park is quite extraordinary. It has a huge track, basketball courts, trails that weave in and out of the woods. etc. Very cool!



My new trick-of-the-trade...

As much as you feel like running where no one can see you, it totally helps to be running in public. Obviously you don't want to look like a whip, so you keep running! My trick. So I go on week days when it is just a bunch on moms running around, and I have at it!.

That's all I have for now... So good day to you!

The sun is our friend!

Hey all three followers!

Well good news on the homefront, I have actually started running! Probably around 4 days a week, 2 days at home, 2 days at the track by our shop in Plainfield. So that is excellent news! Though I am not trying to loose weight, I have lost some from my belly and thighs Yay!

The bad news: It has been raining here for like 5 days! ARGH! So I just don't FEEL like doing anything on these days... But I need to start doing more strength training for the showing season.


For those of you who have an ipod, Do you know that the new ipod nano's have pedometers on them?! Not only that, but enter your weight, and it shows how many calories you have burned! Wow. So high tech.

Did you know, that it is scientifically proven that when you play music louder, you work harder. Don't ask me how, just what I have read. ANNND that your muscles only work as your brain says to. So if your thinking, I am going to run 1/4th of a mile, then that is only as hard as your muscles will go. hmmm. Something to think about huh?

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Well, fun times, fun times...

The weather has cleared and it is about 55 outside, so I went for a run. It was great! I had a good time. One minor issue... It felt like my chest was going to cave in. Hmmm. I told my mom about it, and she said that asthma runs in the family. And my whole life there has been little things that pointed to that.. Like when I would blow up a balloon, I would get really light headed. So I will keep tabs on when stuff like that happens and maybe get it checked out.

I have a new item in my skin care regimen that has saved my skin!



No kidding. It is AMAZING! GO GET SOME! :D

Inspiration: Makeup

One look I am really liking right now, is the smokey eye. Yes, I know it has been around for quite awhile, but it is really working for my right now...









I just love Hilary's style of makeup. Laid back, not too many colors, but still feminine.

Early morning makeover

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After foundation




















After eyeliner


After Eyeshadow






















AFTER

Inspiration

My hair texture... and desired length...


























I totally wish I looked this good while exercising...




Carrie Underwood is for sure my fashion inspiration. She goes from Country girl, to Country Chic in a heartbeat...

Valentines day guide for dudes...

First off... Don't guys know that balloons for Vday is extremely TACKY?! I was in CVS (Yes, again) and I saw this guy at the checkout with a HUGE, red, heart shaped balloon.. I shook my head in dissaprovement. But then! I saw he ALSO had a huge card too. Then he looked over the counter for any finishing touches to his oh-so-thoughtful gift, and grabbed some fake roses to add. At that, I almost burst out laughing in amazement to his stupidity.

Am I being harsh? I mean, valentines day would seem to me as a time to celebrate your love for one another, not.. Let me buy you some red stuff in the shape of a heart because I care for you, and that is what the world expects me to do. no.

I know a guy who doesn't get his wife anything for Vday, he sends her flowers and such at odd times of the year when she doesn't expect it. That is what I'm talking about! No tacky gifts required for him to show his love for her.

Do you agree? Because I don't want to sound high maintenance... but I don't want a CARD for Valentines day, I want to spend time with the guy! I don't know, this is really just a rambling on.

So what are some acceptable gifts a guy can give. In my opinion. Why should he have to? I think going out for fun, like skating, a movie, etc. Vday is a good excuse to lay aside time to spend with each other.

Oh well. Hope you enjoyed the rambling!