What a week!
As defeating and horrendous as work as been this week, there have been enough bright spots in my week to totally outweigh the work crap. So today, I am focusing on the positive.
Around mid-February, I had an "aha" moment and decided that I was going to change my lifestyle health-wise. I joined Snap Fitness gym on March 1 and have been going around 4-5 times a week, which is a major accomplishment for me. After working my ass off at the gym, choosing healthy food comes naturally. I'm not wasting my time working out to blow my efforts on bad choices, and so far, everything has fallen into place fairly easily.
Getting back in the habit is the hardest part. I am one of those people who either does something 110% or not at all. Up until this point, my health focus has been 'not at all.' It's been so easy for me to get back into focusing on living the healthiest life I can.
This past Tuesday, I started a 6:00 a.m. boot camp class. I won't lie - it's very challenging. But it's even more rewarding. I'm very excited about having exercise and strenuous activity as a part of my everyday lifestyle. The trainer/instructor of the boot camp class is awesome, and I can foresee myself being active in the class for a long time to come.
After this morning's boot camp, I went to work feeling like I was unstoppable. Several situations at work threatened my euphoria, and just as I was near giving in to the negativity, I was reinforced. I scored tickets to go see my favorite band - Widespread Panic - at my favorite venue in the world, Red Rocks. Making the trip to Red Rocks this summer wasn't something that I had decided for sure that I was going to attend, but I went ahead and purchased the tickets (and have since decided for sure that it's on my summer agenda).
Most of the people I know weren't able to score even one (if any) tickets for the three-night run. I was fortunate enough to get several sets of tickets for all 3 nights. Enough to cover my friends going with me. Tickets went on sale at 11:00 and were sold out by 11:03. I acknowledge how lucky I am.
While the crap continued to pile on for the rest of the day, I couldn't be brought down because of how excited I was about my ticket acquisition.
And best of all, I have one more day of work (tomorrow) until I am off for 4 days next week to go on a solo trip to Washington DC to see the boys (Panic) for 2 nights and do all the fun touristy things that DC has to offer.
To Tomorrow, I say - bring it on! You can't bring me down, because I'm walking on sunshine.
I hope everyone has as good of a Friday, weekend, and next week as I will be having.
Peace and love!
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Can you see the sun from where you're standing now......
It's been a while since I've blogged - lately I just haven't been in the mood. Until today.
I've had one of the best days today that I've had in a while. That's not to say that I haven't had some good days lately, but from the time I woke up this morning until this very moment, I've had a smile on my face and in my heart.
I awoke this morning to my sweet girl (doggy) Sydney cuddled up next to me in my bed. She never gets in bed with me, so I put my arm around her and savored the moment. I got out of bed, took coffee on my deck to relax and listen to the neighborhood (and the lovely singing birds) wake up.
First stop was the gym. I've made it my number one priority to get in shape and have found a gym that I love. 1500 calories down, I left the gym with the natural high that always comes after a good workout. What a great start to a day that would only get better. I headed home to shower before my lunch date, but not before spending a few minutes happy-dancing around my house when an irresistible Michael Jackson song came on.
Next up was a lovely lunch with my best friend Jennibette. She had yet to experience Yaya's in west Little Rock, and as perfect as the weather was, I thought it would be great to enjoy a lunch on the patio there - I was right! We enjoyed some tasty sangrias, wonderful salads, and even better - each other's company. We've both been so busy lately and we had much to catch up on. It was a really fabulous lunch.
Moving on, we headed on to a bit of girl-pampering and got pedicures. Girl talk, getting my feet rubbed, and uncontrollable giggling (as a result of my VERY ticklish feet being scrubbed) resulted in me leaving that place feeling completely revitalized and on top of the world. My plan was to go home and spend some time on my deck lounge chair reading a book and possibly taking a nap.
However, I got home and decided I'd like to go see a matinee. When I discovered that the movie I really wanted to see started in 20 minutes, I darted to the movie theater and enjoyed "The Adjustment Bureau." This movie deals with the basic question "Do we control our destiny, or do unseen forces manipulate us?" I won't go into my opinion on this matter, but I will say that I enjoyed the movie overall. It really forces you (or me, at least) to ponder certain questions, although it did end on a bit of a cheesy note. I do think it's worth watching once.
Last stop was my obligatory weekend trip to Kroger for some produce and sushi. A couple of episodes of Glee and a spicy tuna roll later, I'm just about ready to call it a wrap.
From start to finish, this day has been downright awesome. Full of fun, good weather, and simple pleasures. We may 'lose' an hour tonight with the time change, but I feel like I've gained something timeless today - joy.
I hope everyone out there had at least half of a good day as I did - that makes it swell!
Until next time......
I've had one of the best days today that I've had in a while. That's not to say that I haven't had some good days lately, but from the time I woke up this morning until this very moment, I've had a smile on my face and in my heart.
I awoke this morning to my sweet girl (doggy) Sydney cuddled up next to me in my bed. She never gets in bed with me, so I put my arm around her and savored the moment. I got out of bed, took coffee on my deck to relax and listen to the neighborhood (and the lovely singing birds) wake up.
First stop was the gym. I've made it my number one priority to get in shape and have found a gym that I love. 1500 calories down, I left the gym with the natural high that always comes after a good workout. What a great start to a day that would only get better. I headed home to shower before my lunch date, but not before spending a few minutes happy-dancing around my house when an irresistible Michael Jackson song came on.
Next up was a lovely lunch with my best friend Jennibette. She had yet to experience Yaya's in west Little Rock, and as perfect as the weather was, I thought it would be great to enjoy a lunch on the patio there - I was right! We enjoyed some tasty sangrias, wonderful salads, and even better - each other's company. We've both been so busy lately and we had much to catch up on. It was a really fabulous lunch.
Moving on, we headed on to a bit of girl-pampering and got pedicures. Girl talk, getting my feet rubbed, and uncontrollable giggling (as a result of my VERY ticklish feet being scrubbed) resulted in me leaving that place feeling completely revitalized and on top of the world. My plan was to go home and spend some time on my deck lounge chair reading a book and possibly taking a nap.
However, I got home and decided I'd like to go see a matinee. When I discovered that the movie I really wanted to see started in 20 minutes, I darted to the movie theater and enjoyed "The Adjustment Bureau." This movie deals with the basic question "Do we control our destiny, or do unseen forces manipulate us?" I won't go into my opinion on this matter, but I will say that I enjoyed the movie overall. It really forces you (or me, at least) to ponder certain questions, although it did end on a bit of a cheesy note. I do think it's worth watching once.
Last stop was my obligatory weekend trip to Kroger for some produce and sushi. A couple of episodes of Glee and a spicy tuna roll later, I'm just about ready to call it a wrap.
From start to finish, this day has been downright awesome. Full of fun, good weather, and simple pleasures. We may 'lose' an hour tonight with the time change, but I feel like I've gained something timeless today - joy.
I hope everyone out there had at least half of a good day as I did - that makes it swell!
Until next time......
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Accentuate the positive?!?
I try really hard to be a positive person as much as humanly possible. Sometimes the odds are against me and it's just impossible.
In my current job, I do application support for a system that is the heartbeat of a life insurance carrier. I was originally assigned to the "project" of selecting a vendor/system, then continued on the project as a Business Analyst, working to learn and configure the system to meet the needs of the business. After it rolled out in summer of 2009, our roles started changing and I eventually found myself in an official role of production support.
I started working for this company in 2003 as an executive assistant and managed to work my way up to a manager before I got tagged to be on this project. I was honestly skeptical when I first was assigned to the project, but looking back now, I am so grateful for the experience and knowledge that I've gained. What began as a project has turned into a whole new career path, and I've learned more about system architecture and configuration than I could have ever imagined. Don't get me wrong, I had some serious low points during the "stand up" phase of the project. Working 70+ hours a week for almost 2 years, going through a divorce in the meantime, understaffed and overworked. I wouldn't trade it for anything though. It has been a long but rewarding ride.
Having never worked in an IT role before, I guess I was oblivious to how challenging (for lack of a better word) users can be not only with a new system, but with systems in general. On a daily basis (and several times a day), I am dumbfounded by some of the things I encounter. Makes my goal of positivity really hard to achieve. I have failed miserably the last two days.
More importantly than anything, I love my team. I mean, really. I am on the greatest team ever! Though technically there are 2 teams working on this system, we work together like one team and get along like family (keeping in mind that families sometimes have their hurdles to overcome). We help each other out and achieve the impossible (or at least the very difficult). My team is the motivation for going to work every day. I mean, I do like my job, and I love the company I work for, but the daily grind can really get frustrating. I am so glad to have my peers.
Tomorrow is a new and better day!
GO TEAM COMPASS!!!
In my current job, I do application support for a system that is the heartbeat of a life insurance carrier. I was originally assigned to the "project" of selecting a vendor/system, then continued on the project as a Business Analyst, working to learn and configure the system to meet the needs of the business. After it rolled out in summer of 2009, our roles started changing and I eventually found myself in an official role of production support.
I started working for this company in 2003 as an executive assistant and managed to work my way up to a manager before I got tagged to be on this project. I was honestly skeptical when I first was assigned to the project, but looking back now, I am so grateful for the experience and knowledge that I've gained. What began as a project has turned into a whole new career path, and I've learned more about system architecture and configuration than I could have ever imagined. Don't get me wrong, I had some serious low points during the "stand up" phase of the project. Working 70+ hours a week for almost 2 years, going through a divorce in the meantime, understaffed and overworked. I wouldn't trade it for anything though. It has been a long but rewarding ride.
Having never worked in an IT role before, I guess I was oblivious to how challenging (for lack of a better word) users can be not only with a new system, but with systems in general. On a daily basis (and several times a day), I am dumbfounded by some of the things I encounter. Makes my goal of positivity really hard to achieve. I have failed miserably the last two days.
More importantly than anything, I love my team. I mean, really. I am on the greatest team ever! Though technically there are 2 teams working on this system, we work together like one team and get along like family (keeping in mind that families sometimes have their hurdles to overcome). We help each other out and achieve the impossible (or at least the very difficult). My team is the motivation for going to work every day. I mean, I do like my job, and I love the company I work for, but the daily grind can really get frustrating. I am so glad to have my peers.
Tomorrow is a new and better day!
GO TEAM COMPASS!!!
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
In the easy chair with my boots on.....
Today, I am excited about........Spring Tour! And by that I mean Widespread Panic spring tour. After 14 years and around 125 shows (wow, that makes me feel old), I still get just as excited today as I did when I was 20 and still getting my Panic feet wet. I guess you could call my following of Panic a hobby. I've certainly dedicated lots of time off, money, and airline miles to seeing them anytime I can.
Though it is a little fuzzy, I can still remember my first show (7/18/97). It was the summer after my senior year in high school and several people I knew were going to see this band I'd never heard of at Mud Island in Memphis, so we tagged along. My friend and I got a little too intoxicated, so I spent most of the show helping her and not really absorbing the music and the crowd. After starting college at Hendrix, I was lucky enough to see Panic again that fall of 97 at Robinson Auditorium in Little Rock. By this time, I'd familiarized myself with their music, so it wasn't so foreign to me. However, I was not prepared for the vibe in the show. I was completely sober and was able to make my way to the front row in front of the bass player, Dave Schools. I was so amazed in watching the crowd and how into the music they were. This was something I needed to be a part of.
After seeing 2 shows in 1997, I saw 10 shows in 1998, 10 in 1999, and even more in the next few years. The Panic took me to states that I may have never gone to otherwise. And best of all, I've met people from across the country that I've made friends with.
As my group of friends has grown older, gotten married, and had children, their ability to see as many shows as I can has been restricted. Though I love going to shows with my "crew," I decided that I would not let my friends' ability to go (or not) keep me from going. So, I've been to several shows solo - which is a lot of fun - in a different way, but fun.
My Dad always asked me when I am going to grow out of this "Widespread Panic phase," but I think he has finally started to realize that this is not a phase. It is really a big part of who I am. I mean, I've almost been seeing them every year (on average 8 times per year) since I was 18. That's almost half of my life! It is in my blood now, and I have no intention of quitting them anytime soon.
People often ask me why I would go and see the same concert over and over. Please let me clarify that no 2 shows are the same. Every show is different, and they never play the same song within 3 shows. There are no costume changes, no fancy acrobatics or pyrotechnics. But the music makes up for all that "fluff" that is not there. The music, to me, is spiritual. I leave most shows feeling like I've just encountered the divine.
Panic has been touring for 25 years this year, so there are rumors that they are taking 2012 off to take a break. With that in mind, I am trying to see as much of them as I can this year. After 9 years, the band is returing to Oak Mountain Amphitheatre in Pelham, AL in April. I booked my hotel room today, so the excitement is starting to set in.
So why did I write about this today? I wanted to express my "Panic experience" because a lot of people have either never heard of the band (they're not really played on a typical radio station) or they have misconceptions about the band. While there are a few "bad eggs" who attend shows, most of the fans are people just like me. We have good jobs, homes, we're responsible adults who enjoy the good music and the friends that come with the experience. We pay taxes, we take showers, and we need a break from the same old same old. You may go to every Razorback game (or otherwise) - I just prefer to go to Panic shows.
If you are interested in their music, I would highly suggest you check out http://www.panicstream.com/ to enjoy many of their live shows that are available for streaming. They have many studio albums available, but the essence of Panic is in the live music.
So here's to 25 years, and hopefully many more!
Though it is a little fuzzy, I can still remember my first show (7/18/97). It was the summer after my senior year in high school and several people I knew were going to see this band I'd never heard of at Mud Island in Memphis, so we tagged along. My friend and I got a little too intoxicated, so I spent most of the show helping her and not really absorbing the music and the crowd. After starting college at Hendrix, I was lucky enough to see Panic again that fall of 97 at Robinson Auditorium in Little Rock. By this time, I'd familiarized myself with their music, so it wasn't so foreign to me. However, I was not prepared for the vibe in the show. I was completely sober and was able to make my way to the front row in front of the bass player, Dave Schools. I was so amazed in watching the crowd and how into the music they were. This was something I needed to be a part of.
After seeing 2 shows in 1997, I saw 10 shows in 1998, 10 in 1999, and even more in the next few years. The Panic took me to states that I may have never gone to otherwise. And best of all, I've met people from across the country that I've made friends with.
As my group of friends has grown older, gotten married, and had children, their ability to see as many shows as I can has been restricted. Though I love going to shows with my "crew," I decided that I would not let my friends' ability to go (or not) keep me from going. So, I've been to several shows solo - which is a lot of fun - in a different way, but fun.
My Dad always asked me when I am going to grow out of this "Widespread Panic phase," but I think he has finally started to realize that this is not a phase. It is really a big part of who I am. I mean, I've almost been seeing them every year (on average 8 times per year) since I was 18. That's almost half of my life! It is in my blood now, and I have no intention of quitting them anytime soon.
People often ask me why I would go and see the same concert over and over. Please let me clarify that no 2 shows are the same. Every show is different, and they never play the same song within 3 shows. There are no costume changes, no fancy acrobatics or pyrotechnics. But the music makes up for all that "fluff" that is not there. The music, to me, is spiritual. I leave most shows feeling like I've just encountered the divine.
Panic has been touring for 25 years this year, so there are rumors that they are taking 2012 off to take a break. With that in mind, I am trying to see as much of them as I can this year. After 9 years, the band is returing to Oak Mountain Amphitheatre in Pelham, AL in April. I booked my hotel room today, so the excitement is starting to set in.
So why did I write about this today? I wanted to express my "Panic experience" because a lot of people have either never heard of the band (they're not really played on a typical radio station) or they have misconceptions about the band. While there are a few "bad eggs" who attend shows, most of the fans are people just like me. We have good jobs, homes, we're responsible adults who enjoy the good music and the friends that come with the experience. We pay taxes, we take showers, and we need a break from the same old same old. You may go to every Razorback game (or otherwise) - I just prefer to go to Panic shows.
If you are interested in their music, I would highly suggest you check out http://www.panicstream.com/ to enjoy many of their live shows that are available for streaming. They have many studio albums available, but the essence of Panic is in the live music.
So here's to 25 years, and hopefully many more!
RIP Mikey.
Peace, love, and Panic.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice. And Snow.
What a great (and, as it turns out, long) weekend I had! I mean, wow! My sister and niece stayed with me Friday and so began the lovely weekend I would be spending with my niece. Brooke was sweet enough to let me have Mary Ashtyn Saturday afternoon - Sunday afternoon. Don't get me wrong, I love my sister. But having that sweet baby girl to myself for an overnight visit is like gold to me. I mean, I could trade every gift for every holiday for just a night with Mary Ashtyn. Have I mentioned that I love being an aunt? Aunt Sassy, specifically - a name my sister imagined.
I mean, this child runs up to me and says (in a very prissy and southern voice) "Hey Sassy!" My heart melts. Every time. It really does. And she's developed these very cute mannerisms that are just the most precious thing I've ever seen! How could I say no to anything she asks of me?
I am very grateful that we had snow this weekend. I am glad that the extra layer of fun was added to the adventure of "going to Sassy's house." She really thought it was cool. As it turns out, she's an avid snow-eater. After the first bite, she wanted a cup of snow with a spoon right up until the day she left (which was extended for one lovely day because of the weather).
I won't recall every little irrelevant thing we did together for the weekend. But I will say that the last few months of being a part of Mary Ashtyn's life have really impacted mine. Being able to experience the holidays, life, and the world through a 2 year old's eyes is truly amazing.
Being an aunt is really an amazing thing. I absolutely love children - all kinds. But I also really love my quiet time and freedom - enough at this point in my life that I know I'm not currently ready to be a mom. I think being an aunt is the best of both worlds. I was definitely destined to be an aunt. Being more than that remains to be determined.
So thanks be to my sister and her hubby for sharing that sweet girl with me for the weekend.
Have I mentioned that I love being an aunt?
Dearly-
Aunt Sassy
I mean, this child runs up to me and says (in a very prissy and southern voice) "Hey Sassy!" My heart melts. Every time. It really does. And she's developed these very cute mannerisms that are just the most precious thing I've ever seen! How could I say no to anything she asks of me?
I am very grateful that we had snow this weekend. I am glad that the extra layer of fun was added to the adventure of "going to Sassy's house." She really thought it was cool. As it turns out, she's an avid snow-eater. After the first bite, she wanted a cup of snow with a spoon right up until the day she left (which was extended for one lovely day because of the weather).
I won't recall every little irrelevant thing we did together for the weekend. But I will say that the last few months of being a part of Mary Ashtyn's life have really impacted mine. Being able to experience the holidays, life, and the world through a 2 year old's eyes is truly amazing.
Being an aunt is really an amazing thing. I absolutely love children - all kinds. But I also really love my quiet time and freedom - enough at this point in my life that I know I'm not currently ready to be a mom. I think being an aunt is the best of both worlds. I was definitely destined to be an aunt. Being more than that remains to be determined.
So thanks be to my sister and her hubby for sharing that sweet girl with me for the weekend.
Have I mentioned that I love being an aunt?
Dearly-
Aunt Sassy
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Things that made my heart smile today
I've rambled incessantly the last couple of posts, so today I'll keep it brief. Below is a list - in no particular order - of things that made me happy today:
Peace and love.
- Coming home to a yard that was free of leaves. Raking and bagging leaves is a back-breaking job that I am glad to pay to have someone else do for me. I had a couple of great guys who came over and rid my yard of leaves, twigs, dog poo, and even mowed. My yard and I are happy.
- Discovering that Big Love season 4 is available on Uverse On Demand. I've been anxious to get caught up before season 5 airs in a couple of weeks, and this will make it possible. It's the little things, you know!? :)
- Having lunch with my co-workers. I am very lucky to work with a very eclectic group of people. I am very thankful for everyone that I work with. We are all very different, and I think that's what makes us so great. I am grateful that I work in an environment where we work as a team and complement each other's skills.
- My sweet four-legged children. While I know deep-down that they were happy to see me because they'd been locked inside all day (see #1), I felt extra excitement that I like to think is them just being glad to see me. I don't know what I would do without them, and I am just as excited to see them when I get home as they are to see me. There is nothing in the world like unconditional love.
- Talking to my niece on the phone before bedtime. She has grown up so much in the last few months, and I am so happy that we can have a phone conversation that she - for the most part - understands what we're talking about. I love that child so much.
Peace and love.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
By it's very definition, glee is about opening yourself up to joy
With the purchase of my new tv (courtesy of Santa Claus), I decided to join the Blu-Ray club. Naturally, I followed with a Hulu-Plus subscription which inevitably led to me checking out a show that I've been somewhat curious about: Glee. Hence the title of this blog. Though this blog is not going to be about the show, I will admit that it is better than I expected and has a great sense of dark humor. I'll go ahead and admit that I will be compelled to watch the entire show. Starting tonight with Season 1/Episode 1.
What is on my mind tonight is glee, but of a different form. I get so much joy and glee from my family. I have several friends and close coworkers who I know are not as fortunate as I am in my relationship with my family. I am so very lucky that I am close to my sister, my mom, and my dad. I have a very open relationship with both of my parents, and I always have - even in high school. My parents have always been "cool" because I could be honest with them. Sometimes I probably told them things that they would have rather not known, but I think deep down they were also proud that I always knew I could tell them anything. I am so grateful for that.
My family has experienced some challenging times in the last couple of years, and it has brought me even closer to my mom. I didn't think it was possible to be closer to her, but as things change and our relationship changes with the time, I discover that we can always be closer. I am so grateful for her. Though I am biased about what a wonderful person my mom is, I know without a doubt that anyone who knows my mom would agree that she is a saint. She has been a school teacher for over 35 years, and she has touched the lives of so many people. I often run into grown adults who will recall specific songs or lessons my mom shared with them in their education journey. There must be hundreds of kids out there whose all time favorite teacher is "Miss Maribeth." I wasn't made out to be a teacher, but if I could make a difference in half of the number of people's lives that my mother has, then I can be proud.
In the last few months, I've been very compelled to do something different. At first, I felt like I was being driven in a different career direction, but after some serious soul searching, I think my heart just needs to do some things that are meaningful and make a difference in the lives of others. People who have met me would probably agree that at first impression, I come off as a hard-ass. But people who really know me know that I am a big softie and am very devoted to making a difference or doing something to help others. I am working on several outlets by which I can devote time and money (what little I do have) to achieve this. Once some of my ideas have come to fruition I will share them on here and hopefully educate others on ways that they can give too.
In closing, I would like to officially document my primary new year's resolution. I'm not usually one to have a resolution because it is just so cliche to me. However, this is something that I really want to do, and I'm hoping that putting it in writing will help me follow through. So here it is: get out more. The last year has really been me doing a lot of work and when I'm not working I'm so tired that all I want to do is go home and do something mindless. However, it seems like I "wake up" and weeks have passed since I've done anything fun or seen my friends. So my goal is to get out more - whether it's going to the dog park (which I love), going to see local live music, going on road trips, or going to the library. Central Arkansas has a lot to offer, and I plan to take advantage of it.
Here's to making the best of 2011! I'm signing off now to watch the Razorbacks play in the Sugar Bowl.
WOO PIG SOOIE!!!
What is on my mind tonight is glee, but of a different form. I get so much joy and glee from my family. I have several friends and close coworkers who I know are not as fortunate as I am in my relationship with my family. I am so very lucky that I am close to my sister, my mom, and my dad. I have a very open relationship with both of my parents, and I always have - even in high school. My parents have always been "cool" because I could be honest with them. Sometimes I probably told them things that they would have rather not known, but I think deep down they were also proud that I always knew I could tell them anything. I am so grateful for that.
My family has experienced some challenging times in the last couple of years, and it has brought me even closer to my mom. I didn't think it was possible to be closer to her, but as things change and our relationship changes with the time, I discover that we can always be closer. I am so grateful for her. Though I am biased about what a wonderful person my mom is, I know without a doubt that anyone who knows my mom would agree that she is a saint. She has been a school teacher for over 35 years, and she has touched the lives of so many people. I often run into grown adults who will recall specific songs or lessons my mom shared with them in their education journey. There must be hundreds of kids out there whose all time favorite teacher is "Miss Maribeth." I wasn't made out to be a teacher, but if I could make a difference in half of the number of people's lives that my mother has, then I can be proud.
In the last few months, I've been very compelled to do something different. At first, I felt like I was being driven in a different career direction, but after some serious soul searching, I think my heart just needs to do some things that are meaningful and make a difference in the lives of others. People who have met me would probably agree that at first impression, I come off as a hard-ass. But people who really know me know that I am a big softie and am very devoted to making a difference or doing something to help others. I am working on several outlets by which I can devote time and money (what little I do have) to achieve this. Once some of my ideas have come to fruition I will share them on here and hopefully educate others on ways that they can give too.
In closing, I would like to officially document my primary new year's resolution. I'm not usually one to have a resolution because it is just so cliche to me. However, this is something that I really want to do, and I'm hoping that putting it in writing will help me follow through. So here it is: get out more. The last year has really been me doing a lot of work and when I'm not working I'm so tired that all I want to do is go home and do something mindless. However, it seems like I "wake up" and weeks have passed since I've done anything fun or seen my friends. So my goal is to get out more - whether it's going to the dog park (which I love), going to see local live music, going on road trips, or going to the library. Central Arkansas has a lot to offer, and I plan to take advantage of it.
Here's to making the best of 2011! I'm signing off now to watch the Razorbacks play in the Sugar Bowl.
WOO PIG SOOIE!!!
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