Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Simplify, declutter!








Having my own Kindle3 could potentailly simplify my life. Could change it forever! I would have less clutter in my office, my desk, my entire house. I could read more books, I could read faster and more often. I could be discreet in reading at work, I could put the book inside my work manuals and read what I want and look very efficient (HA!) The Kindle is so small and light weight. I could save on baggage fees at the Airport when traveling, the small compact Kindle would just slip into my purse. I would have an entire Library at my fingertips. I would save time, money and gas. Less trips to the library means more time to spend reading the books I already have on my Kindle, if I don't have it, I could just download any book I want using the built-in Wi-Fi Connection the Kindle3 has available. I wouldn't have to share my Laptop with my daughter on trips just so I can read, heck with the laptop she can have it, I just want a Kindle3. I can expand my book collection, minus the clutter. Oh the things I could do, the places I would go.
What do you think about the Kindle?
Do you have one?
Would you get the Wi-Fi Model? Why/Why Not?

Here is some info I found about the Kindle.

http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-20014364-1.html

Let me know what you think?

These are the books I currently have on my desk at work. 9 books, just in the past month. So bulky and distracting.

Monday, March 29, 2010

Yeah Me!

I got the tickets!!!!!! She is so excited. That is all I have heard all weekend long. Justin Bieber, Justin Bieber.........

We had a great weekend. Saturday was just beautiful. Carowinds was not too crowded, there were a lot of people, but it was still enjoyable. We had a great time. The weather was perfect.
We were in line at 9:00 to get the tickets. The box office opened at 10:00. There were only about 8 people in front of us. I was shocked, I figured there would be a really long line. I guess everyone buys their tickets via the internet now. I was too afraid to take that chance, I've done that before and the website shut down.

We went to a Hockey game on Sunday, the kids loved it. It was a good game. Our first as a family. We had a great weekend. Now Haley is on a countdown until August.

It is suppose to be a beautiful week.

Friday, March 26, 2010

She's Crushing!!!!!

It is so hard to believe that my little girl is already 10 years old. Seems just like yesterday she was crawling up in my lap and giving me kisses and hugs. Now I have to beg for a hug. Don't get me wrong she is the best daughter in the world. Couldn't ask for one any better. She is so smart and talented. She is in the Academically Intelligent and Gifted children's program at school, makes straight A's and loves to read. I just love her. So what did I go all into that for...... She has her 1st crush. (wiping away tears) She is in love with Justin Bieber. I just found out last night that he is coming to Charlotte in August. She really really wants to go see him. I would love to get her tickets. I have been listening to the radio all day trying to win tickets. I tried joining the fan club to get pre-sale tickets and they are sold out already. (waaaaahhhhh) Tickets go on sale tomorrow morning at the box office. I guess since we are going to Charlotte tomorrow anyway, we will leave even earlier and be there when they open. I hope to get these for her. Please pray that I can surprise her with these. Would make a great addition to her Easter basket!!!

Have a great weekend!!!!

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Ready to give up, already?

Is is so hard to eat right and exercise and still not lose any weight. I get so frustrated. Sometimes it just doesn't seem like it is worth it. I DO want to be healthier, I am NOT a lazy person. I am try and trying but it just doesn't seem to matter. AAAAAAAAAAARRRRRGGGGGG!!!!!

I'm aggravated, can you tell?

Stepped on the scale this morning and I am only .20 from where I started back on February 22.

I guess I need to kick it up a notch and do more exercise(s). I got the new Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum for the Wii, I am going to add this to my daily routine. Maybe that will help. No I'm not ready to give up. Giving up is only going to make things worse. I have felt better since I have been exercising. I just am not seeing any other results. Please pray for me. I need all the help I can get.

On a side note, the sun is out and it is suppose to be a beautiful day.

Off to Carowinds this weekend. I'll get plenty of exercise walking around the park. (Just gotta watch my intake, I love eating out).

Have a great day!!!

Friday, March 19, 2010

Thank goodness it is finally Friday. This has been such a long week. My Spring Fever has been creeping up on me. I love the spring time, it is so hard to sit in an office all day and not be able to enjoy the outside. I am so over the cold weather and winter months. Tomorrow is the 1st day of Spring, I think I will celebrate with a family picnic this weekend.


I have been thinking alot about Summer vacation lately. Usually by now we have an idea of where we are going and are doing some shopping or have actually booked something by now. I guess we just have so much going on right now with the new house and all. We have thought about Cancun again, but I guess we should be saving our money {:( Beach trip?, that would actually end up costing more than an All-Inclusive trip to Cancun. Stay home?, would be OK, but that is no vacation. I guess we'll just see what happens.


Speaking of the house, we have been making progress. We have our Geothermal guys (heating, cooling) coming the week after next to start installation. Our well drillers are coming. Lowe's delivery is scheduled and we are packed and ready. We have so much to do. I guess we will probably spend this summer doing yard work, landscaping, painting and much more.


Now onto the "other" topic.
I have not been able to walk on the elliptical every night this week. I have been going at it every other night. I have been weighing in each morning so that I can keep an eye on it and know what works for me. I had a friend tell me that she weighs in each day, that helps her to keep better tabs on herself and helps her to be more accountable. I am trying this out. So far it has been good. I know that weight can fluctuate from day to day, but overall I do see a pattern or trend developing. Since I last reported on Monday I have lost 2.2 pounds, it has changed daily up and down, but overall it is progress. The weekend is here though and that is my downfall, eating out on a diet is not easy. Have I mentioned that I love food! arghhh.....


I am trying to post more often but it's not always possible. It's easier through the weekdays. Weekends are for spending time with my family. I will report back on Monday.

In the meantime, HAVE A GREAT SPRINGTIME WEEKEND!!!!

Monday, March 15, 2010

2 down!!!!!

Well I weighed in this morning and I have officially lost 2 pounds. I know it is not much but, at least it is something. I think from now on I am going to weight in more often, maybe that way I can keep better track of things. I can hold myself more accountable.

Sometimes I feel like this is all for nothing, that I will never get the weight off. I know I am just starting out and I need to be patient. I just get discouraged when I try my clothes on and nothing fits. I have 17 days to reach my monthly goal of 4 pounds lost. I am half-way there.

I took Haley shopping this past weekend. I got her some Whirly skirts from Old Navy, they are so cute. I was so tempted to get some for myself but I am not buying myself anymore fat clothes. After I lose this weight then I will take myself on a shopping trip, not a minute sooner. I have so many clothes now that I don't wear, that don't fit, etc. I am definitely not buying anything any bigger. Do you know how hard it is to find size 14 pants in petite or short?

On another topic, it is raining outside today and cold. On the way to work I actually saw snow falling. I said a silent prayer for no more snow and for beautiful sunshine. The snow has stopped. I checked the forecast and it is suppose to be really nice the rest of the week. Happy Monday everyone.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

One More mile Giveaway!

You have to check out Tricia's website http://enduranceisntonlyphysical.blogspot.com/, she is offering a chance for you to enter to win one of One More Mile's T-shirts. I love these shirts and hope I am the lucky winner on this one.

Be sure to check it out and Good Luck!