March 22, 2010
Hey I'm just lookin' for a good time.
It took 1 1/2 hours on Saturday morning, but I got 6 tickets to Lady Antebellum!! They are playing at the Darke County Fair in August. I'm not the biggest fan of country music, but there's something about them that I adore. Plus, the guys are cute to boot! ;)
March 17, 2010
Celebrating Heritage
Since today is St. Patty's Day, I thought it would be a good time reflect on my past and where my family came from.
Let's start with my dad's side, McClain. Sounds Irish, hence today, but it's not. It's actually Scottish. Now, I'm not sure if we're part of Clan MacLaine of Lochbuie or Clan MacLean of Duart. They often fought with one another but joined forces when threatened. Faced with the hardships of Scotland, they moved to America.
My mother was a Hubek. The Hubek/Sloboda family actually moved here in the early 1900's from Czechoslovakia. I can't seem to locate a lot of information about their heritage besides the fact that they resided in what's now Slovakia. I still have some family living over there with both surnames. Someday I would love to meet my family there. Maybe I'll do a little digging at my aunt's house.
Everyone should take the time to research their past. I think it's fun to see how far my family has come.
Let's start with my dad's side, McClain. Sounds Irish, hence today, but it's not. It's actually Scottish. Now, I'm not sure if we're part of Clan MacLaine of Lochbuie or Clan MacLean of Duart. They often fought with one another but joined forces when threatened. Faced with the hardships of Scotland, they moved to America.
My mother was a Hubek. The Hubek/Sloboda family actually moved here in the early 1900's from Czechoslovakia. I can't seem to locate a lot of information about their heritage besides the fact that they resided in what's now Slovakia. I still have some family living over there with both surnames. Someday I would love to meet my family there. Maybe I'll do a little digging at my aunt's house.
Everyone should take the time to research their past. I think it's fun to see how far my family has come.
March 12, 2010
Weight Loss!
I started Move 2 Lose at the Y 5 weeks ago. I'm currently down 6 pounds! I feel absolutely amazing. I've been watching what I eat (and tracking it on Spark People) and working out at least twice a week. I've become more aware of the things I should and shouldn't eat... check your BMR, it will show you how many calories you can should eat during the day and what it takes to lose. I've learned new workouts that might hurt a little while doing them, but make you feel accomplished when you're done. My goal is to lose one pound a week for the next year. Realistically, that's only 52 pounds. I'll be fit and healthy at that weight (when I get closer to that goal, I'll let you know what I really weigh :P). I'd also like to start running this summer or at least wogging (walk/jog). I forsee a new me!
March 9, 2010
Whoo me?
I am in love with owls. They seem wise and are so very cute. While browsing Better Homes and Gardens website (my absolute fave), I came across things you can do with leftover scrap paper. Tada! Easy to make Owl Wall Art. I just need to die-cutting tool now. I think I just found a weekend project for myself. I'll post a pic of my finished project once I complete it.
March 4, 2010
I need guidance.
Tonight my heart is cold.
Lost in your lies, shallow replies.
This morning something happened that made me question not only another person but myself. I need to know if this is really where I belong in my life. Am I being selfish for wanting so much more or should I make the most of what I have? Perhaps my expectations are too high. Maybe I'm seeking non-existant perfection. I'm am looking above for answers from Him.
I find myself drawn to this verse.
Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.
James 1:19
Lost in your lies, shallow replies.
This morning something happened that made me question not only another person but myself. I need to know if this is really where I belong in my life. Am I being selfish for wanting so much more or should I make the most of what I have? Perhaps my expectations are too high. Maybe I'm seeking non-existant perfection. I'm am looking above for answers from Him.
I find myself drawn to this verse.
Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.
James 1:19
March 1, 2010
Twenty-Five Things About Me
Since I am 25 I thought I would make this 25 things about me that you might not know.
1. I fell down a flight of steps and broke my femur when I was 2. I was in a body cast for 4 months and had to relearn to walk.
2. My claim to fame is my chili. Justin says it's better than his dads.
3. I taught myself to read and write at the age of 4 by doing word searches.
4. My eyelashes are blonde and hard to see.
5. Mighty Mouse was my first boyfriend, husband, love of my life.
6. I've always wanted to live by a lake or the ocean.
7. I can't swim, which might interfere with my hopes for #7.
8. I was voted Biggest Flirt my senior year of high school.
9. My brother broke my nose with a Fisher Price Flashlight when I was 12.
10. My nose has been broken 5 times since then.
11. I jumped into and through a window when I was 4 pretending to be Hulk Hogan.
12. I've talked my way out of at least a dozen speeding tickets.
13. I played volleyball at Wright State for one year.
14. I like animals more than people.
15. When I was younger I wanted to be a marine biologist... or a truck driver.
16. I've always known I wasn't meant to live in Ohio, yet here I am.
17. Target is my favorite store.
18. I once wrote on my car "God wears a sweatervest" and drove to an Ohio State football game.
19. Lately I've become fascinated by Hello Kitty.
20. I'm in the process of buying a home!
21. I talk about my cats like they're my children... mainly because they are.
22. I believe that the bigger the hair the closer to Heaven.
23. I buy decorating magazines on a regular basis.
24. I can't keep fingernail polish on my nails for more than a day.
25. I'm ready to start a family. :)
1. I fell down a flight of steps and broke my femur when I was 2. I was in a body cast for 4 months and had to relearn to walk.
2. My claim to fame is my chili. Justin says it's better than his dads.
3. I taught myself to read and write at the age of 4 by doing word searches.
4. My eyelashes are blonde and hard to see.
5. Mighty Mouse was my first boyfriend, husband, love of my life.
6. I've always wanted to live by a lake or the ocean.
7. I can't swim, which might interfere with my hopes for #7.
8. I was voted Biggest Flirt my senior year of high school.
9. My brother broke my nose with a Fisher Price Flashlight when I was 12.
10. My nose has been broken 5 times since then.
11. I jumped into and through a window when I was 4 pretending to be Hulk Hogan.
12. I've talked my way out of at least a dozen speeding tickets.
13. I played volleyball at Wright State for one year.
14. I like animals more than people.
15. When I was younger I wanted to be a marine biologist... or a truck driver.
16. I've always known I wasn't meant to live in Ohio, yet here I am.
17. Target is my favorite store.
18. I once wrote on my car "God wears a sweatervest" and drove to an Ohio State football game.
19. Lately I've become fascinated by Hello Kitty.
20. I'm in the process of buying a home!
21. I talk about my cats like they're my children... mainly because they are.
22. I believe that the bigger the hair the closer to Heaven.
23. I buy decorating magazines on a regular basis.
24. I can't keep fingernail polish on my nails for more than a day.
25. I'm ready to start a family. :)
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