Thoughts

Last night was the first time in awhile that I have cried. I had to go Children's Hospital to see my 2 year old nephew. He should be okay, we will find out more today. That hospital has to be one of the most difficult place in the world to go. Hospitals in general are hard places to be, but to look around and see all those kids makes it even worse. They are just kids, they are scared, uncomfortable, hurting and don't understand what is happening to them. I think it may be even harder to watch the parents. I imagine that one of the hardest things as a parent is to watch you child in pain and not be able to do anymore about it. I'm not even a parent and I would have gladly taken the place of any one of those kids that I saw last night. I couldn't imagine being a parent and going through that. My heart went out to everyone of the families that have ever been through a tramatic experience like that and are still going through something like that. The only thing I could do was cry in my husbands arms last night.

One month later.....

So, I'm obviously not so good at keeping up with this site. As far as my goal goes, as of Monday, I have lost 16 pounds and just about 2 pant sizes. I am only about 10 pounds more than I was when I got married. I have been working out 4-5 days a week and only eating about 1200 calories a day. Some days are harder than others, but the changes are good.

Speaking of my wedding, this month is my four year anniversary. Time just goes too fast....Life is good though.

Oh, one last thing. A & D set me up with this site and now I am addicted. I have to see how the eggs and the chicks are developing. Check it out when you get a chance. Right now it changes daily. Hope you enjoy as much as I do.
http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/wildlife/dow/falcons/live_nestbox_video.aspx

Happy Tax Day!

Its been awhile since I've written and what better day than the eve of tax day (I don't really know why, I thought it was kind of catchy). I am progressing well on my goal, in fact, I am about 1/3 of the way there. Very exciting! I haven't had any more run ins with crazy geese. I also gave my first speech for Toastmasters a couple of weeks ago. I survived that. I wasn't very happy with my speech, but at least I did it. I can and will continue to improve. The pool at my apartment has been open for about 2 weeks already. I'm pretty sure no one has gone swimming yet. But the signs that summer is coming are showing. This was probably the most random blog post ever, but that is me. I am off to bed to get some sleep. 'Night.

I a bit nature lover, but I think the world would be better off without Canada Geese. I know I would be. This afternoon I was trying to leave work and I had two geese surrounding my car and they wouldn't let me get into it. I think they had a nest nearby, but for cryin' out loud, I'm not about to mess with a nest. Everytime I tried to get to my car, they would run at me and hiss. I got rather annoyed. I know where I am not parking tomorrow!!!! Hopefully the ground crew will move the nest so I can safely get to my car. The groundsman who ended up scaring the geese away told me that if I stand my ground, the geese usually back down. I don't care how it sounds, but when you have two rather large Canada Geese charging at you while hissing, it is really difficult to stand ground. They are the worst birds ever!!!

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter to those who believe! My husband and I had a good visit with my parents and relatives today and yesterday. I hope all had a good holiday!

Changes

One very well known quote has been running through my head alot lately and its actually been my driving force.

~ The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. ~ Lao Tzu

I have decided that I need to make some changes in my life, changes that I know are not going to be easy, but they are changes that are going to improve my life and changes that I should have made a long time ago. When I find myself thinking that I don't want to make the changes or think about how difficult it is going to be, I know that the only way to start a journey is to take the first step. One step isn't difficult. Every day is one step and one step closer to my goal.

Me...in pictures

1. What month were you born in?



2. What kind of car do you want?



3. What's your favorite TV Show(s)?





4. What's your favorite color?



5. Who's your celebrity crush?



6. What's your favorite place?


7. What's your favorite movie?




8. Who's your favorite Disney Princess?


9. The name of your pet?


10. What's your favorite dessert?


11. What's your favorite letter?


12. What are you most afraid of?


13. What's your favorite time of day?