Thursday, January 27, 2011
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Little of This & That
Randomness...
1. I'm back in school for the semester, and it's tough to get in a groove. Time management has never seemed so overwhelming to me before.
2. Part of the reason #1 is so tricky is because I recently got a promotion at work, which is so exciting, but while we're in the process of hiring someone new I'm doing both jobs. I'm just trying hard not to let things slip through the cracks!
3. My dogs are hilarious. They are so much fun, and when Michael's out of town I talk to them a lot. It's definitely a little strange but they're my buddies and the best company.
4. Speaking of travel, Michael has been training a new employee in Ohio so he's been gone for a few weeks in a row. He usually stays home one full week a month and I've realized how much I need that week. I miss my best friend!
5. I'm completely, ridiculously addicted to caffeine. I've always been a fan, but since I started grad school while working full time, the amount of coffee and pop I consume every day has reached a crazy level. But, it makes me feel better and keeps me awake so I have no intention to give it up anytime soon. Although, I may need a serious cleanse a couple times a year.
6. I really, really want to see the movie 127 Hours. It was only in theaters for a couple of months here and I missed it. I need it to come out on video asap.
7. I've been craving chinese food or sushi every day for like a month. Every time I think about being hungry that's what I want. Man, I want some right now.
8. I'm ashamed to admit it, but I'm watching The Bachelor this season. I gave it up for a while and didn't miss it. But I accidentally watched the first episode and now I'm sucked in again. Oh well, a little trashy TV never hurt anyone too badly.
9. Michael and I have been skiing a lot this year, and I finally feel like I'm getting a little better. I'm still nowhere near as good as my love or half the people on the mountain, but I really like it and am happy to see a little improvement.
10. I cannot believe January is almost over. I have no idea where the time has gone! And February is short, so it'll basically be March before we know it.
1. I'm back in school for the semester, and it's tough to get in a groove. Time management has never seemed so overwhelming to me before.
2. Part of the reason #1 is so tricky is because I recently got a promotion at work, which is so exciting, but while we're in the process of hiring someone new I'm doing both jobs. I'm just trying hard not to let things slip through the cracks!
3. My dogs are hilarious. They are so much fun, and when Michael's out of town I talk to them a lot. It's definitely a little strange but they're my buddies and the best company.
4. Speaking of travel, Michael has been training a new employee in Ohio so he's been gone for a few weeks in a row. He usually stays home one full week a month and I've realized how much I need that week. I miss my best friend!
5. I'm completely, ridiculously addicted to caffeine. I've always been a fan, but since I started grad school while working full time, the amount of coffee and pop I consume every day has reached a crazy level. But, it makes me feel better and keeps me awake so I have no intention to give it up anytime soon. Although, I may need a serious cleanse a couple times a year.
6. I really, really want to see the movie 127 Hours. It was only in theaters for a couple of months here and I missed it. I need it to come out on video asap.
7. I've been craving chinese food or sushi every day for like a month. Every time I think about being hungry that's what I want. Man, I want some right now.
8. I'm ashamed to admit it, but I'm watching The Bachelor this season. I gave it up for a while and didn't miss it. But I accidentally watched the first episode and now I'm sucked in again. Oh well, a little trashy TV never hurt anyone too badly.
9. Michael and I have been skiing a lot this year, and I finally feel like I'm getting a little better. I'm still nowhere near as good as my love or half the people on the mountain, but I really like it and am happy to see a little improvement.
10. I cannot believe January is almost over. I have no idea where the time has gone! And February is short, so it'll basically be March before we know it.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Super Teeth
I have a huge minor obsession with teeth. It's the first thing I notice about people, and I appreciate good dental hygiene very much.
I worked hard for my pearly whites -- think FIVE years of braces. So, I try and take great care of them now, i.e. brushing twice a day, flossing, mouthwashing...you know the drill.
Well, the last couple of times I've been to the dentist she recommended getting a Sonicare toothbrush. She explained their awesomeness and suggested it would be a good idea, especially because of my love for coffee and wine.
I smiled and nodded but really thought no thanks. I mean who needs a ridiculously expensive toothbrush and how much better could it actually be?
This is the product description of my new love on Amazon...The Sonicare Essence series rechargable power toothbrush removes 80% of coffee, tea, and tobacco stains. Only Sonicare combines 31,000 brush strokes per minute and extra-wide sweeping motion to create dynamic fluid cleaning action. Sonicare improves gum health by reversing gingivitis and shrinking periodontal pockets. Whiter teeth and healthier gums in 28 days guaranteed.
Michael and I were in Costco last weekend, and they had a Sonicare two pack on sale. Michael's had one of these babies before so he was surprisingly (he's cheap) interested in getting them. So, I thought, whatever, I'll give it a whirl.
I did, and it has changed my life. OK, that may be a tad dramatic, but seriously it's amazing. The first time I used it, it tickled so bad I thought I may have to return the dang thing. I am very ticklish. BUT, I stuck with it and now I couldn't be happier. To say that it cleans my teeth better than a regular ole toothbrush is a huge understatement. It feels like I've gotten my teeth cleaned at the dentist every time I use it.
So, if you are passionate about lovely teeth or if you've been considering taking the leap, I highly recommend it. You won't regret your decision.
I worked hard for my pearly whites -- think FIVE years of braces. So, I try and take great care of them now, i.e. brushing twice a day, flossing, mouthwashing...you know the drill.
Well, the last couple of times I've been to the dentist she recommended getting a Sonicare toothbrush. She explained their awesomeness and suggested it would be a good idea, especially because of my love for coffee and wine.
I smiled and nodded but really thought no thanks. I mean who needs a ridiculously expensive toothbrush and how much better could it actually be?
This is the product description of my new love on Amazon...The Sonicare Essence series rechargable power toothbrush removes 80% of coffee, tea, and tobacco stains. Only Sonicare combines 31,000 brush strokes per minute and extra-wide sweeping motion to create dynamic fluid cleaning action. Sonicare improves gum health by reversing gingivitis and shrinking periodontal pockets. Whiter teeth and healthier gums in 28 days guaranteed.
I did, and it has changed my life. OK, that may be a tad dramatic, but seriously it's amazing. The first time I used it, it tickled so bad I thought I may have to return the dang thing. I am very ticklish. BUT, I stuck with it and now I couldn't be happier. To say that it cleans my teeth better than a regular ole toothbrush is a huge understatement. It feels like I've gotten my teeth cleaned at the dentist every time I use it.
So, if you are passionate about lovely teeth or if you've been considering taking the leap, I highly recommend it. You won't regret your decision.
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Beauty
This is Colorado. Wow, I'm blessed. This helps remind me how small we and any problems we think have actually are -- and it makes me smile.
Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
2010 Recap
As we dive into 2011, it's fun to look back at 2010 and see what we did. It was a really great year for us. I'll share some pictures that highlight the journey.
January: We took a weekend trip to Wolf Creek and went skiing. It was such a fun, spontaneous getaway!
February: We went on some of many hikes during 2010, which is one of our favorite things to do in Colorado. We also learned about Colorado winters. They're long and cold sometimes, but it's almost always sunny and there are random warm days throughout.
March: We bought our FIRST house! One of the most exciting but stressful times in our marriage so far.
April: My best buds came to visit me! The weather was pretty terrible, but we had a blast and of course went to the zoo. :)
May: It was definitely a top month in 2010. Michael and I both turned 25, and we went on a Memorial weekend trip to Santa Fe.
June: The Richardson's added a new member to the family -- Miss Paisley Ann! We adopted our pup. And we went to a Rockie's baseball game.
July: For 4th of July I went to visit my parents in California, where my dad has been working. Michael couldn't go because of work, but it was an awesome trip. And some friends from Tulsa visited Michael so he had a great time, too.
August: We celebrated our one year anniversary in Oregon! A good friend got married there, then we went to Portland just the two of us. And my parents visited us in Colorado Springs. They saw our house for the first time and we celebrated my dad's birthday.
September: Our friend Ryan visited from Tulsa, so we took him to the Incline. We all nearly died (well, I did). It was great! Then, we had more family time. Labor Day, we went to visit Michael's mom and Jim in St. George and spent the weekend at Lake Powell. Then, Michael's dad and Robyn came to Colorado to watch Idaho play football, and we went to a Bronco's game. It was a super fun month!
October: We went to Estes Park to see the beautiful aspens with great friends. I went to Midland, Texas for a girls trip with my best friends and hung out with the most precious baby in the world And our girls dressed up for Halloween.
November: We spent Thanksgiving with my sweet parents in Steamboat Springs. It was wonderful.
December: To keep up the busy trend, in December we celebrated a good friend's birthday, went skiing a ton, went to Idaho for Christmas and enjoyed New Years in the mountains with my parents. What a spectacular year!
January: We took a weekend trip to Wolf Creek and went skiing. It was such a fun, spontaneous getaway!
February: We went on some of many hikes during 2010, which is one of our favorite things to do in Colorado. We also learned about Colorado winters. They're long and cold sometimes, but it's almost always sunny and there are random warm days throughout.
March: We bought our FIRST house! One of the most exciting but stressful times in our marriage so far.
April: My best buds came to visit me! The weather was pretty terrible, but we had a blast and of course went to the zoo. :)
May: It was definitely a top month in 2010. Michael and I both turned 25, and we went on a Memorial weekend trip to Santa Fe.
June: The Richardson's added a new member to the family -- Miss Paisley Ann! We adopted our pup. And we went to a Rockie's baseball game.
July: For 4th of July I went to visit my parents in California, where my dad has been working. Michael couldn't go because of work, but it was an awesome trip. And some friends from Tulsa visited Michael so he had a great time, too.
August: We celebrated our one year anniversary in Oregon! A good friend got married there, then we went to Portland just the two of us. And my parents visited us in Colorado Springs. They saw our house for the first time and we celebrated my dad's birthday.
September: Our friend Ryan visited from Tulsa, so we took him to the Incline. We all nearly died (well, I did). It was great! Then, we had more family time. Labor Day, we went to visit Michael's mom and Jim in St. George and spent the weekend at Lake Powell. Then, Michael's dad and Robyn came to Colorado to watch Idaho play football, and we went to a Bronco's game. It was a super fun month!
October: We went to Estes Park to see the beautiful aspens with great friends. I went to Midland, Texas for a girls trip with my best friends and hung out with the most precious baby in the world And our girls dressed up for Halloween.
November: We spent Thanksgiving with my sweet parents in Steamboat Springs. It was wonderful.
December: To keep up the busy trend, in December we celebrated a good friend's birthday, went skiing a ton, went to Idaho for Christmas and enjoyed New Years in the mountains with my parents. What a spectacular year!
Monday, January 3, 2011
2011 Resolutions
I'm not normally a big fan of New Year's resolutions. I don't love the idea of people setting unrealistic goals for themselves once a year. We should be striving for great things all year long, not just when it's convenient.
But, that being said, I do like the idea of creating a list of goals -- both big and small -- that I can strive to achieve in 2011. When I started thinking about what my list should include, I just couldn't narrow it down so I decided to put my goals into categories. Hopefully, when I look back at this list at the end of the year I will be happy with what I've accomplished.
Emotional:
But, that being said, I do like the idea of creating a list of goals -- both big and small -- that I can strive to achieve in 2011. When I started thinking about what my list should include, I just couldn't narrow it down so I decided to put my goals into categories. Hopefully, when I look back at this list at the end of the year I will be happy with what I've accomplished.
Emotional:
- Be genuine. (This will be difficult to measure but it really is my ultimate goal for 2011.)
- Appreciate my husband every day.
- Do random acts of kindness often.
- Run a half marathon.
- Compete in my first cycling race.
- Lose 5-7 pounds.
- Join a small group.
- Read the bible every day -- even if it's just one verse.
- Trust in Him.
- Blog more often. :)
- Take pictures to document this crazy journey.
- Do my best in graduate school and commit the necessary time to do so.
- Send more handwritten notes.
- Think of my job as a service opportunity. Then, it won't be work but a passion for helping others better their lives.
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