Lost...

"Lost" by yaelfran

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I am in a funky mood this morning. I feel like this little girl lost in the forest of life. You ever feel that way?I know the three people who read this blog probably don't want to hear about my "problems" but this is why I started this blog. To act as a journal-to express myself.

Ok, maybe "problems" is not a good word, more like concerns? Hmmm. Who knows, but get ready because here I go:

On Life: I gained 1.5 lbs this week. I knew I was doing it too when I slammed the ENTIRE Totino's Combination Pizza last Thursday for lunch-and had another one for dinner.

On the Home Front: My house collects more dust than any other house in the world. I have fuzz-bunnies for days. I could probably make a fuzz-bunny blanket right now-AND I SWEPT AND DUSTED 2 DAYS AGO!!! Also, I forgot my towels were in the washer and now they have that weird mildew smell-gross. Now I have to wash them again.

On the Creative Side: I think I am in over my head. There are so many things I want to do with Katie Company, Inc-I just don't have the time-OR maybe it is because I am afraid of failing... My blog is fugly. My Esty shop lacks professional looking photos and really great products because they are all floating around in my head. I was going to take some really great pictures this weekend but I have read that you are supposed to use natural light and it supposed to rain here ALL WEEKEND. Definitely not going to help my mood. Also, I can't decided if I should start a new blog focused on Katie Company, Inc and use this blog for my "journal". That might be WAY to much for me right now.

I am really good at being other people's "Life Coach"but I am HORRIBLE at being my own. I need someone to guide me. Any takers? I am now accepting applications.

Applicants must be able to:

1. give me constructive criticism-if not brutal honesty (if need be)


2. praise me when I have done good then give me a cookie (but I will settle for a cupcake)


3. be a sounding board for all of my wild idea's


4. tell me when I am in over my head.

Oh yeah-did I mention I am most likely the most stubborn person you will or have ever met?

Good luck, I look forward to working with you.

Tuesday...

I meant to post yesterday to tell all of you about my wonderful weekend in NEW ORLEANS, however, the day got away from me and before you know it I was hitting snooze on my alarm this morning...



I will be posting more about my little "surprise" trip tomorrow...








Tonight, I am SUPER EXCITED because I am starting Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred! You all know my slight obsession with The Biggest Loser (which just so happens to come on tonight), right? Well, low and behold I was flipping through my On Demand Exercise TV and landed...JACKPOT. If anyone can get my but in gear it is none other that the hard-ass, don't give a damn if you are going to throw up, you better WORK-Jillian Michaels. She is one tough cookie ladies and gents...and puppies. (Hey, you never know who reads this.)



So, that being said, I proceeded to check this whole 30 Day shred thing out while I sat on my couch, eating Chick-fil-a (I know, not CORE, wha-wha-wha-I was STARVING with nothing in the fridge except for beef bouon-gross). After watching this kick ass cardio/strength training awesomeness that was happening on my TV, I think I am up for the challenge. I also think it will help me drop the last 10lbs of Mexican food and beer I have been lugging around for say the past 4 years.



I will keep you all updated on my progress... if I don't drop dead while jumping imaginary rope.

***Update***
Jillian Michaels kicked. my. ass.

I woke up this morning thinking "WOW, I must be in better shape than I thought because I am TOTALLY not sore." Fast forward to about an hour ago when I almost fell down the steps at work due to my shaky legs. I can barely raise my hands over my head.

Is it okay to take a day off when you are sore?

A girl can dream right?

In my next life I will be this organized and have lots of money to spend in this eye candy. Seen here at Pottery Barn.

Yes, please.

It is hard to imagine that this happened Sunday and we are supposed to hit mid 70's by Thursday or Friday! Welcome to South ladies and gents-home of the wackiest weather around.

All I can think about it this....

Picture Credit: Alicia

I will be here (or Destin, FL) rather at the end of March for a dear friends wedding to an amazing man. I can't wait for the sun, sand, and celebration!

Funny thing-Spring Break is coming up for the University students and I am a wee bit jealous-as I get no Spring Break now that I am a "grown up". In college-and high school even-I would go out and buy Suave Coconut Shampoo every March 1st to prepare me for Spring Break, saying as how we always ended up somewhere near the ocean. That smell will always remind me of my best girlfriends, rum-runners and No-AD Dark Suntan Oil (spf 4-because a "sunburn turns to tan anyways...").

I am tired of the cold, of dry skin, of runny noses and dead plants everywhere. I am much more happy in the sun, under blue skies, surrounded by green trees, and evenings that don't see darkness until 9:00 pm.

I was born in the dead of summer after all...

I am the next American Idol!

Not really. I am just writing this while I watch American Idol...  Allison is really good! The girl who sang HEART!!! OMG-she is only 16.

Anywhoo- I tried to post earlier today, but I was SWAMPED at work. Sooooo, here I am. Not much to post about today (how many times can I say post in this...post? I am a loser.)

I have been keeping a little notebook with me at all times to jot down post (omg-stop) ideas. I have them all in the down and just need to get them organized.  This guy in AI right now is smokin hot...

I have been reading a lot about Twitter lately. What is it? Just a place to write your random thoughts for people to see? Dang-hot AI guy is married... I think it like your status updates on Facebook. I also think your goal is to have people "follow" you. Why would anyone want to see your random thoughts? This intrigues me. I might have to do some more research...

P.S. Paula-lay off the pills.

P.S.S. I think Simon and I would get along. Maybe we could be best friends...

More sneak peeks...

I have been working my little creative behind off!!! I can't wait to finally get some stuff in the shop! I am perfecting my photography skills this week and the goal is to have products listed by March 1st...soooooo....stay tuned!

I will give a little hint to some subject matter for the shop:

Flora

Fauna

Nautical

Yes, please...

All of these little pretties are from the ever wallet friendly Forever 21. Oh, yeah-also all under 10 bones. I kinda want to go thrifting/antiquing/estate sale-ing this weekend... I might even make a game out of it! I can take along an x amount of cash money and see what kinda good loot I can score on my budget! MAYBE I can even find some great old fashion "jerr-ry" like my loves pictured above! Anyone wanna come?