Happy Hour Chatter

I managed to stay illness free all winter long.  I thought I was on the home stretch and no longer had to worry. Ya, not so much! The damp, cold, cloudy weather of the last few days is doing a number on me.  My throat feels like it's on fire, my chest feels like it's in a vice grip, and body feels like its sitting in an igloo! I'm not happy about this at all. Am I whining?  You bet your sweet patootie I am!

Don't judge me until you know me. Don't underestimate me until you challenge me. And don't talk about me until you talk to me! -- Will Smith

They're good for you.  Right? Until you add on the good stuff: cheese, meat, boiled egg, chow mein noodles, salad dressing.  And I always eat the good stuff first and leave the lettuce ....which is the better stuff, healthier at least. I need to rethink my salad strategy.

Ok, if someone isn't out enjoying this sunshine, I'm going to be highly disappointed!  It's freaking beautiful outside! Fishing, riding the Harley or just sitting in the sun soaking up the rays with s good book and an adult beverage. It makes no difference!   Just enjoy it!  (For me too please!)

I don't necessarily mind cold, wet, rainy days. The wind is howling at 40+ mph, we've had over an inch of rain, and the temp is only around 50 (feels colder with the wind).  I mean, it kinda forces us indoors to do "indoor things" like read a book, watch a movie, take a nap, chat with a friend on the phone, paint my nails, update blogs, daydream and NOT feel guilty cuz we're indoors.   Seems that life gets fast paced so much of the time that we need these rainy days to slow us down so we can enjoy the good stuff.... relaxation. So go ahead and enjoy the rainy day.  They don't get me down so much cuz I find ways to enjoy them! 

Made ya look didn't I?!  Yes, I've crossed over to the dark side.  I have a pen fetish! I get absolutely giddy with anticipation at the prospect of buying a new pen.  There are soooo many choices.  Colors, microball, gel, ball point, Bic, Marquis (my personal favorite!).   I mean...Really!   How do you choose?? I can lose myself for hours doodling away on those little "try me" pieces of paper they so thoughtfully provide.  It is rather like trying out a new car.  The pen if desire HAS to drive smooth with minimal effort to the handler.  A smooth drive wins me over every time. So...wanna make me happy?   Its simple...buy me a smooth driving pen...then leave me alone.  Lol

I've affectionately labeled Wednesday as wacky.   Why? Because I have made it through Monday and Tuesday only to find myself with a somewhat befuddled mind. Wednesday wakeups find me dazed and confused ...yearning for the days of clarity (otherwise known as "the weekend") So...have at it wacky Wednesday ...give me all you've got.  Only two sleeps until the weekend! 

As I sit on my lunch break and feed my face...I get an email from a fitness friend about "fueling your body" like you would fuel your car.  Long trips require more fuel and short trips require less. This gets me to thinking.  That homemade pizza on Saturday was worth at least a couple of trips around the world! Lol

Yes, it has happened to me.  I'm stuck between the fabulous Jayme, who works me hard, makes me sweat and gives me the attention that I'm seeking in the gym.  And Jarad, the intense but quiet one who encourages and advises me in to each and every exercise with the pride of a coach sending his team out to battle for the first time. Ok, so I'm a little melodramatic here.  LOL   But yes, I am torn between Jayme and Jarad.  Now, if you saw both of these young men, you would probably say that being between them isn't such a bad place to be.  (hmm, Who said that?!). Jayme had to take a break for a few weeks due to injuries and recertification.  Jarad competently stepped up to the plate and took me under his wing.  I learned something new from him each and every time we met. I kinda like that....the learning  part.  I should actually be  writing all of their tips and wisdom down so when it comes time for me to fly solo ...