Operation hot bod...

I am determined to get my freaking body back. In order to do that I have started running, well trying to run. I figure I can run about 1/2 a mile so far, while walking the other 1/2 of the mile. As long as its not raining, I plan on getting my butt of the couch and out the door to try and hopefully run a full mile at the end of two weeks. On top of running, I have been doing a killer ab workout, so hopefully with the combo of both, the weight will just start falling off.
 It sucks right now because I have been working out for about 2 months and I don't really see a change yet. I mean, I have toned up a little, but not to where I thought I would be after two months. I know my eating habits is probably sabotaging my get fit plan, but this week I have curbed in the calories.
So, We shall see where I am at in another two weeks. Hopefully I will start to notice the pants fitting a bit looser.

Where's the light?

This week, and last week for that matter, just kinda, well, suck. It seems like everything I do, I just do it wrong. I feel like a little kid with the amount of screw ups and scoldings I have been getting. And even when I do do something right, it just doesn't matter, goes unnoticed. I have to find a way to rid myself of this negativity so I can get back on the right track. Need to find the positive light again, because right now, it is very dark.

Easter...

Did a bird blow up? love the feather tree

Lesson Learned.....

It is amazing what you can find while cleaning the house. Lots of lost things tend to appear when you do a deep cleaning of your living space, and that is just what happened tonight. I also discovered something about myself, I am stronger than I thought I was. I can overcome anything, and I will live a life that makes me happy.

Cleaning is so therapeutic, and as I clean, I find myself thinking about what has happened, what is going to happen, and what is happening right now. As I reflect, I tell myself, I am NOT going to have the wool pulled over my eyes again. I tell myself to trust my gut. I tell myself that everything happens for a reason. And then I tell myself that the next step is going to hard, but stick to my guns and stand strong. Remain calm, everything will turn out ok in the end.

Determined...

I am absolutely determined to get in shape. I have been researching different workouts and hopefully I have a good combination that will help me burn the calories and tone me up. My challenge, working out at least 5 days a week and pushing myself to go a little further, harder, longer each week.

Here is a great ab busting workout for you to try if you feel so inclined!

My completed art project

I took scrapbook paper and elements and created squares out of foamcore and hung on my wall. I needed something different in my bedroom. I got tired of just pictures. I think i want to do two more rows so it goes the width of the bed. What do you think?

Making Progress!

I am slowly completing my to do list this week. Lets see, I finished my bedroom project, picture to come soon. I finally finished the multiple blogs, all linked to this blog. I have one more page to do and then just to start posting my wonderful finds. I am making progress on my To Do Lists at work, even if I am so sick and tired of working on NETSUITE, the bane of my existence. So, all in all, im chuggin along...

Tonight I had dinner with my Dad and family to discuss our trip in July. We are going to Vegas and the Grand Canyon. I am so freaking excited, I can barely contain myself...is it July yet? Pretty soon I will start posting what I want to do and see in Vegas. I also need to start saving for this trip, which is always a challenge for me. I Can't seem to put money away, I like to spend it on fun stuff and eating out. BUT, that will change starting Friday. I will do nothing but eat in, well for the most part, and I will scrimp and save if it kills me. Plus, I want to spend my free time blogging, designing, and working out. I think I can do it, I Know I can do it, I WILL do it!

Where did the motivation go?

So I started this week, ready to take it head on, at least in the aspect of my home life. What I failed to do is bring that motivation to work with me. I was having trouble keeping my focus on work today, and as a result, it showed. I need to find a way to stay motivated at the office. It may be I really need a change of scenery, need to do something different for a little while. Work gets mundane and I hate mundane. This is one of my faults that always creeps up when I get bored with what I am doing. What usually happens, I jump online during a low point, once all my projects have either completed or I am waiting for answers, and I research design sites, check twitter or pinterest, or just read up on current events. Then I usually get a pep talk to stay on task, and I try MY HARDEST to find work to be done. This has become a cycle that I must learn to break. So, here are some ways to help me, and You the reader, stay motivated at work.

Switch Up the Routine

The degree to which you switch up the routine should depend in part upon the flexibility you have with your job. If you have a high amount of flexibility, you can switch things up by working from home, working odd hours, trying a different project, or taking a new approach.
Such major moves may not be an option if you have less flexibility, but even then you can change up the little things in your routine: pack a different lunch, bring a water softener instead of a water bottle, or tackle your daily tasks in a reverse order.

Create Personal Incentives

Studies show that employees are generally more motivated when they are properly incentivized. If your company does not give you the right incentives – or if these incentives are not enough – you can always give yourself personal goals, targets, and rewards.
The goals may reflect productivity objectives on a daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly level, while the rewards, meanwhile, can range from small treats (go out for lunch on Friday if the week has been productive) to larger luxuries (a vacation as a year-end bonus for you and your spouse).

Mix Exercise and Work

People who exercise regularly are much more relaxed and less stressed than their peers, traits which help make them more capable of exhibiting healthy time management strategies. They have a daily commitment that extends beyond their workplace.
For these reasons, incorporating exercise into your daily work routine can help switch up that routine (see tip #1 above), provide you with goals and make you more motivated overall (tip #2), and generally help you relax during the day. The best way to do this is by running or biking to work, or by making time to exercise during a lunch break.

Take a Break

Sometimes a period of stagnation simply needs that you need a brief break during which you can take a step back, refresh, and regain the momentum that you lost. This break doesn’t need to be a week-long tropical vacation; instead, take a personal day on a Friday and drive somewhere nearby for the weekend. There’s a good chance that you’ll return to work on Monday energized and ready to go.

Consider How Your Approach Has Changed

If you were once motivated and productive than you are at present, take a moment to consider what happened to cause that change. Was it something that you did or that you can correct? Trying to replicate your past approach can often prove fruitful when trying to correct the current one.

Talk About It

All too often, our feelings of inadequacy on the workplace turn into self-imposed pressures and frustrations that only furthers a cycle of stagnation.
In many cases this can be avoided by sharing your concerns with another person, ideally someone who works with you and can understand your pressures. Tell them about your lack of motivation and use them as a support when you need some encouraging words in the future.

Change the Pace

Some people don’t want to switch their routine, add incentives, take a break, or talk about their productivity problems. My final piece of advice is a more straightforward one aimed at this crowd. By working longer, more relaxed days, or by going into the office on the weekends, your change of pace may certainly translate into more time on the job – but this temporary measure can help you remove pressure and snap out of your work funk.
In other words, just do it — finish what’s bothering you.
(content taken from  workawesome.com/your-job/motivated/)

I have decided that it is time to change something, and this has given me some ways to do it. Hope it helps you too!

Chuggin along...

I have been so busy these past couple of days that i have not been able to write or work on this blog. My ultimate goal is to have at least three blogs going, all stemming from one blog. I really want to write and post about design, my photography, and then some random blatherings that happen in my life.   So, this post will ultimately go under the random blathering tab.

Well, to get on with it, this past weekend did not go the way I was hoping it would go. I managed to be husband free for the weekend and all I wanted to do was get together with the girls Saturday night and take on the South Wedge. Well, that didn't quite happen. During the day Saturday, I was with the girls and we took on Monroe and were done by 6pm. I think we started a bit too early. So, instead of moping about that night, I started a project. I got the inspiration from Pinterest, which is an awesome site if you have not found it yet. Now I just need to finish my project. Pictures to come once project is completed.

The husband came home Sunday evening and for some reason I felt resentful towards him, maybe because he seemed to have so much fun this weekend and my weekend kinda sucked. Or, maybe its just PMS. But anyways, I wasn't very nice to him, and he didn't really appreciate it too much. Oh well, what ya gonna do?

I woke up this Monday morning ready to take on the day, and week for that matter. There are quite a few things I want to get done this week, like cleaning, finishing my art project, finishing this blog.....But once I sit down, the computer opens, and I am sucked in until it is time to go to bed. I mean, the computer really sucks your soul away, especially when you have facebook games to attend to, pinterest to be obsessed with, and blogs to write. At least I got my workout in tonight. I am DETERMINED to get my body back into shape. Must look smokin hot for Vegas in July....Oh yeah I am going to VEGAS! and I am so freaking excited.

Alright, my eyes are slowly closing, slumber is knocking at my door.....Time to relax in front of the TV with the computer shut, I mean I AM on it all day for work. Why is it that we have this need to be on the computer as soon as we get home after being on it all day at the office? Maybe its because we can't surf the sites we want at work so we must jump on and do it at home. Anyways, I'm off!

In the Works

Just so all of you know, I am still working out the kinks, trying to get my tabs to work the way I want them, and learning how to use this website. Bare with me for a couple of days, Ill get the hang of it sooner or later :)

Back it Up Just a Bit...

It has not been the easiest start to a new year. To make a long story short, the rocky part is referring to my marriage. I have been married for 2.5 years and been with my husband for a total of 8 years. We actually dated in Jr High School, lost touch, and got back together in college. We are currently working through these tough times, and we have a long journey ahead of us. I am taking one day at a time and trying not to live in the future. But more on this later...

Aside from my marriage, my career is slowly starting to take off. I work for LuxMobile Group and I absolutely love my job. Now, a little background, I went to school for interior design, which I absolutely love! The position I hold currently has absolutely nothing to do with interior design, although there is a little graphic design I take part in, but not much. I am the Production Manager, Office Manager, Systems Guru, and executive Assistant to the CEO, yes, I actually do all those jobs. At LuxMobile, we design, manufacture, and license mobile accessories. We sleep, breath, live design. We are a close knit group of about 15 and we all love what we do! I really lucked out with this job, because I definitely just fell into the position, starting as executive assistant, and then getting promoted within 6 months of being there. I give a shout out to my Boss, Gina, she is the most amazing boss and friend a girl could have.

So, last is my social life. I don't have many friends, but the friends I do have I cherish greatly. Each one of them plays an important part in keeping me sane. I want to thank you all for being there for me during the good, bad and ugly. And remember, I am always here for you when you need my shoulder, my giggles, or my ears.