OMG! you guys...her comes an admission that I catch flack for all the time: I FREAKING LOVE NBC's 'The Biggest Loser'. And starting this week, it seems like the teaser commercial for the new season is on every 5 seconds! Maybe this means I'm watching too much tv, or too much NBC for that matter, but each time it comes on, I'm instantly glued to the screen. *Warning* Embarrassing moment ahead: This morning, while watching 'Today' I actually teared up when the one showing the lady who lost her family in a car wreck aired.
Now, before you pass judgment and think I should be in the looney bin, hear me out....What other reality television show on tv today leaves you sitting on your couch full of warm fuzzies, and motivated to stay healthy and take care of yourself? Huh? Answer me that one America! I've seriously thought about making one of those paper chains to count down the days until Sept. 15. Ok, not really, but wouldn't that be cool?! *wink, wink*
So, until that beautiful date FINALLY gets here, I'll just have to scratch my reality tv show itch with the last few weeks of CBS' 'Big Brother...what? 30' I never said I didn't like the pointless ones... ;)
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Saturday, August 22, 2009
A Swift Kick in the Pants
The week from HELL is now over, the volleyball team has begun training and to keep it present in my mind, the universe so kindly delivered one of the worst head colds I've experienced in quite some time. I'm not one to let a little phlegm, sinus pressure, and man voice slow me down though.
This morning the boys and I hopped in the car (speaking of...I'll come back to that later) and headed to the lake with my best friend and his dad to witness some slalom water skiing at it's best. The morning could not have been more beautiful! It was a little chilly first thing, but the sun was soon beating down on us. We've been water skiing with these guys a few times before, so the boys are never hesitant to hop in the boat and enjoy feeling the wind in their hair. I was in such a hurry to get going this a.m. that I forgot the camera though...pics some other time I guess.
We came home about mid morning, and you'd think I would have grabbed ahold of this beautiful day and never looked back right? Oh-ho-ho how wrong you are my friends. Although still in my swimsuit and cover-up, I have not set foot outside the walls of this humble abode...I even took a two hour nap! Apparently the cold is winning. I hate being sick this time of year, and being that this is the last weekend of summer (at least school free summer); I'm feeling especially angry with Mother Nature for delivering this unfavorable illness to my doorstep.
Ok....Back to the car comment. I GOT A BRAND NEW CAR!!! See, for the past six years I have been driving a dependable, yet elderly version of the Nissan Pathfinder. How elderly you ask? Well, lets just say that in dog years it was pushing 80. Last weekend, the shroud that surrounds the muffler finally succumbed to years of rain, weather, etc. and fell off mid-drive to be dragged along the road until I stopped to try and figure out what the crazy loud, scary noise was. So, after taking a picture of said piece now lying on the road, I quickly sent it to H and very politely, though intensely bitter at the same time, asked if I could now get a new car. By Wed. I was rolling along in a brandnew 2009 GMC Acadia!
I must give credit where it's due, so thank you Pres. Obama and Administration for creating the CARS, sometimes better known as Kash for Klunkers program. We received a $3500 rebate to be put toward the purchase of a new vehicle. I do have to admit I'm a little sad that the vehicle I've been driving for the duration of my marriage, as well as my children's lives will now become reminiscent of the cube from Transformers, I'm super in love with my new cushy ride. And the kids are adjusting nicely to the new anal retentive, no food in the car mom!
This morning the boys and I hopped in the car (speaking of...I'll come back to that later) and headed to the lake with my best friend and his dad to witness some slalom water skiing at it's best. The morning could not have been more beautiful! It was a little chilly first thing, but the sun was soon beating down on us. We've been water skiing with these guys a few times before, so the boys are never hesitant to hop in the boat and enjoy feeling the wind in their hair. I was in such a hurry to get going this a.m. that I forgot the camera though...pics some other time I guess.
We came home about mid morning, and you'd think I would have grabbed ahold of this beautiful day and never looked back right? Oh-ho-ho how wrong you are my friends. Although still in my swimsuit and cover-up, I have not set foot outside the walls of this humble abode...I even took a two hour nap! Apparently the cold is winning. I hate being sick this time of year, and being that this is the last weekend of summer (at least school free summer); I'm feeling especially angry with Mother Nature for delivering this unfavorable illness to my doorstep.
Ok....Back to the car comment. I GOT A BRAND NEW CAR!!! See, for the past six years I have been driving a dependable, yet elderly version of the Nissan Pathfinder. How elderly you ask? Well, lets just say that in dog years it was pushing 80. Last weekend, the shroud that surrounds the muffler finally succumbed to years of rain, weather, etc. and fell off mid-drive to be dragged along the road until I stopped to try and figure out what the crazy loud, scary noise was. So, after taking a picture of said piece now lying on the road, I quickly sent it to H and very politely, though intensely bitter at the same time, asked if I could now get a new car. By Wed. I was rolling along in a brandnew 2009 GMC Acadia!
I must give credit where it's due, so thank you Pres. Obama and Administration for creating the CARS, sometimes better known as Kash for Klunkers program. We received a $3500 rebate to be put toward the purchase of a new vehicle. I do have to admit I'm a little sad that the vehicle I've been driving for the duration of my marriage, as well as my children's lives will now become reminiscent of the cube from Transformers, I'm super in love with my new cushy ride. And the kids are adjusting nicely to the new anal retentive, no food in the car mom!
Sunday, August 16, 2009
A Moment's Peace
I'm a total sucker for beautiful scenery, and especially a sunset picture and my family's recent trip to Island Park, ID and Yellowstone did not disappoint. I never get tired of simply driving around and witnessing the overwhelming power of nature. We spent a week relaxing, catching up with family, and sneaking glimpses of some amazing things.
I came home feeling very refreshed and really looking forward to what lies ahead in the next few months. Starting tomorrow, I will be embarking on a new adventure, and this trip was exactly what I needed.
Tomorrow begins the next chapter in my life's passion, volleyball. Not only do I love playing whenever I get the chance, I've also been coaching for the last ten years. When we moved here four years ago, I had to sacrifice an opportunity that I'd been waiting my whole life for, but it was the best thing for my young family at the time. Since then, I've had to swallow my pride as well as my "don't you know who I am?" attitude and begin anew from the standpoint of earning the respect of the already established coaching staff in this town.
My chance has finally come. This summer I was offered the sophomore coaching position at the high school here. Even though it's not my first choice, I'm definitely grabbing this chance and running with it for the time being. Tryouts start tomorrow, and to tell the truth, I think I'm more nervous for this then I ever was to actually be trying out as a player. Only time will tell, but I'm confident in my ability and know that with my dedication to the sport will pay off in the end.
Wish me luck! I'm excited to be starting this new adventure!
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