Here is Tinger mid-production:
Our pile of cards:
A close up of the cards: 
Now we never have a need to buy a card at the store again!I am off to figure out how to cook the ahi tuna we bought yesterday - wish me luck :)
Monday, July 21, 2008
Craft Monday
Today was scrappy day for our craft monday. I worked on my 12 on the 12th album while Ting made cards. After I finished I made a few cards as well and then we both made tags. We used lots of punches and stamps. We were quite productive!
Here is Tinger mid-production:
Our pile of cards:
A close up of the cards: 
Now we never have a need to buy a card at the store again!
I am off to figure out how to cook the ahi tuna we bought yesterday - wish me luck :)
Here is Tinger mid-production:
Our pile of cards:A close up of the cards: Now we never have a need to buy a card at the store again!I am off to figure out how to cook the ahi tuna we bought yesterday - wish me luck :)
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Baby it's humid outside part three
Sunday mornings are typically reserved for long runs and today was my first official long run in preparation for the NYC marathon. The 10 miles felt forever, especially since we were pretty much soaked through by the halfway point. I wish it would rain a bit just to clear up some of the humidity, if only for a brief moment. The air just feels so heavy and wet!
I am going to attempt yoga as well this morning and after that I may take a nap!
I am going to attempt yoga as well this morning and after that I may take a nap!
Friday, July 18, 2008
Make it work
Yippee - another fave reality show is on again - Project Runway! It's so weird, everytime a new show starts it takes me a while to warm up to the new contestants and stop comparing them to the previous season. Take, for example, SYTYCD, my fave ever. I am really enjoying the dancing and all, but I haven't been as attached to the peeps this year. Don't get me wrong, I am still going to see them live if and when they come to town, but it doesn't seem the same. Still love it though!
I am ready for the weekend. Hopefully we'll just be doing a whole lotta nothin'!
I am ready for the weekend. Hopefully we'll just be doing a whole lotta nothin'!
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Productive morning
Since I have been awake, I have run intervals, gone to the grocery store, made lentils for dinner and made my breakfast! All before 8 AM! I am so much more productive in the AM - no time to be lazy yet!
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Back in the swing of things
I feel like I am still getting caught up with stuff since getting back from Maine. This is probably because I haven't had a full weekend to get stuff in order. Our house is out of control - I am the queen of clutter. So one goal this weekend is to tidy up!
One thing Joe and I have been doing this summer is reliving LOST. Well the reliving is mostly me while Joe is getting caught up. I have loved it from the beginning. Joe would watch random episodes with me and end up asking a million questions as to what was going on. So we decided to take the time from the end of last season to the beginning of the next to watch it from the start. And I must say, that first season is still amazing, even though I know what happens. It makes me remember why I love the show in the first place. The current plot is very action-based and plot-driven, but the first season was also very character-driven, which made me relate and care about the peeps on the island. Which is why I still love it so much - I want to know what happens to the peeps. This is so much better than 99% of the reality crap that is on tv right now. Just my 2 cents!
And because I hate posting without a photo- I finally found the hole punch I have been stalking!
This was found during our craft Monday errands. Now I just have to find time to use it!
One thing Joe and I have been doing this summer is reliving LOST. Well the reliving is mostly me while Joe is getting caught up. I have loved it from the beginning. Joe would watch random episodes with me and end up asking a million questions as to what was going on. So we decided to take the time from the end of last season to the beginning of the next to watch it from the start. And I must say, that first season is still amazing, even though I know what happens. It makes me remember why I love the show in the first place. The current plot is very action-based and plot-driven, but the first season was also very character-driven, which made me relate and care about the peeps on the island. Which is why I still love it so much - I want to know what happens to the peeps. This is so much better than 99% of the reality crap that is on tv right now. Just my 2 cents!
And because I hate posting without a photo- I finally found the hole punch I have been stalking!
This was found during our craft Monday errands. Now I just have to find time to use it!
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
He didn't let us down
Yesterday was a fun filled day full of crafts and music! Tinger and I spent a couple hours in the morning running errands before we started craft day! We made coasters and napkins (and by we I mean I cut the fabic and she did the actual sewing). {photos to come later}
After craft day, Joe and I met some friends for a couple drinks before the George Michael concert. He was absolutely amazing! I think he is one of the most underrated artists from the 80s. I mean Wham was fun and everything, but his solo stuff is so much better. That said, he actually sang a few Wham songs (I'm Your Man, Everything She Wants and Careless Whisper!). I love that he also sang Kissing a Fool. He played for almost 3 hours and we were exhausted by the end.
Our seats were in the 2nd section back on the floor, which were very good, but I still had a difficut time taking a good photo.
This morning I just found my GM cd and and uploading it to my ipod - I had forgotten I had it!
After craft day, Joe and I met some friends for a couple drinks before the George Michael concert. He was absolutely amazing! I think he is one of the most underrated artists from the 80s. I mean Wham was fun and everything, but his solo stuff is so much better. That said, he actually sang a few Wham songs (I'm Your Man, Everything She Wants and Careless Whisper!). I love that he also sang Kissing a Fool. He played for almost 3 hours and we were exhausted by the end.
Our seats were in the 2nd section back on the floor, which were very good, but I still had a difficut time taking a good photo.
This morning I just found my GM cd and and uploading it to my ipod - I had forgotten I had it!
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Baby, it's humid outside part 2
a.k.a. running is 10% physical and 90% mental
a.k.a. the last of the vacation photos
I woke up this morning after a crappy night's sleep around 4:30 AM. I think I had a hard time sleeping because I was anxious about having to get up in the morning - something I think Tinger mentioned she went through the other night. Joe got up as well to ride his bike out at Zube park with his buddy Brad.
I finished the 8 miles in 1 hour and 20 minutes, a bit slower than yesterdays pace, but I was just happy to finish! I think I started sweating about 1 minute into the run and when I started my second loop around Memorial I was already drenched in sweat. That just made me feel more miserable and tired and wonder "why in the world do I do this to myself???" I got my groove back by mile 7 and finished fairly strong, but it was very mental. The 99% humidity doesn't help either. But it's done, I feel good and I get a break tomorrow - woot!
Our last day in Maine was spent shopping and relaxing with a little bit of golf for Joe.But first we had to visit the giant chair!
As always, a stop at LL Bean's.
They have a new river aquarium in the store.
I spent more time in the hammock while Joe golfed. 
Harry relaxing with us as well.
We grilled scallops, steak and veggies for dinner. My first taste of parsnips, a sweeter kind of carrot, which were delish.
All in all it was a great trip!
a.k.a. the last of the vacation photos
I woke up this morning after a crappy night's sleep around 4:30 AM. I think I had a hard time sleeping because I was anxious about having to get up in the morning - something I think Tinger mentioned she went through the other night. Joe got up as well to ride his bike out at Zube park with his buddy Brad.
I finished the 8 miles in 1 hour and 20 minutes, a bit slower than yesterdays pace, but I was just happy to finish! I think I started sweating about 1 minute into the run and when I started my second loop around Memorial I was already drenched in sweat. That just made me feel more miserable and tired and wonder "why in the world do I do this to myself???" I got my groove back by mile 7 and finished fairly strong, but it was very mental. The 99% humidity doesn't help either. But it's done, I feel good and I get a break tomorrow - woot!
Our last day in Maine was spent shopping and relaxing with a little bit of golf for Joe.But first we had to visit the giant chair!
As always, a stop at LL Bean's.
They have a new river aquarium in the store.
I spent more time in the hammock while Joe golfed. 
Harry relaxing with us as well.
We grilled scallops, steak and veggies for dinner. My first taste of parsnips, a sweeter kind of carrot, which were delish.
All in all it was a great trip!
Friday, July 11, 2008
Baby, it's humid outside
So I have officially started my training for the NYC marathon. By sheer luck my name got drawn in the lottery, but Joe's did not. I was hoping we would be able to run together and take photos along the way, but I guess it will just be me! I ran 5 miles this morning and was basically drenched with sweat by the time I finished. My baby sis should be proud that I finished in about 45.16 so almost a 9 min mile pace!
Here is day 3 of our past weekend - I can't believe the week is almost over already -good grief, where does the time go??
It was very foggy on Sunday morning - I love the way the water looks!
After our morning run and breakfast we visited the Giant Stairs, a natural rock formation, at Land's End.
After lunch Joe did his 2nd annual swim around an island. Last year he swam around Birch Island, right across from our house. This year he swam around White Island (I think) while we kayaked alongside. 
Here is the view from my kayak!
After a yummy, healthy dinner of chicken, tofu and salad, we stopped by Cote's to have dessert. 
Dessert was followed by the Producers, which we really enjoyed. 
It made me wish I had seen the original on Broadway with Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick. It also reminded me that we really need to see some more shows when they come to H-town!
Tomorrow will be the last day of photos. Thanks for your attention!
Here is day 3 of our past weekend - I can't believe the week is almost over already -good grief, where does the time go??
It was very foggy on Sunday morning - I love the way the water looks!
After our morning run and breakfast we visited the Giant Stairs, a natural rock formation, at Land's End.
After lunch Joe did his 2nd annual swim around an island. Last year he swam around Birch Island, right across from our house. This year he swam around White Island (I think) while we kayaked alongside. 
Here is the view from my kayak!
After a yummy, healthy dinner of chicken, tofu and salad, we stopped by Cote's to have dessert. 
Dessert was followed by the Producers, which we really enjoyed. 
It made me wish I had seen the original on Broadway with Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick. It also reminded me that we really need to see some more shows when they come to H-town! Tomorrow will be the last day of photos. Thanks for your attention!
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Day two
Because everyday life can be a bit mundane I will continue with pics from the weekend! Saturday was spent just hanging out and relaxing. We began the day with a short run and then a trip to the local farmer's market. 
The coolest thing we saw there were some alpalcas. They were so cute!
After a yummy lunch of some homemade fish chower (almost exactly like clam chowder but made with haddick instead of clams), we napped a bit before Mom K and Joe decided to go for a short swim. The water was way too cold for me to get in, so I just snapped photos.
When they were done in the water we rested some more.
I spent most of the day reading Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen, an excellent read which I highly recommend.
I can't quite remember what we had for dinner - something on the grill I am sure. But I do remember dessert - one of our must eat places is Dairy Frost, which has the yummiest soft serve! I suppose it's very similar to Dairy Queen, but since we don't have one in Texas we like to come here when we are visiting.
After dessert we visited the Androscoggin Swinging Bridge.
Quite a cool piece of architechture (sp?).
The rest of the weekend coming next...
The coolest thing we saw there were some alpalcas. They were so cute!
After a yummy lunch of some homemade fish chower (almost exactly like clam chowder but made with haddick instead of clams), we napped a bit before Mom K and Joe decided to go for a short swim. The water was way too cold for me to get in, so I just snapped photos.
When they were done in the water we rested some more.
I spent most of the day reading Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen, an excellent read which I highly recommend.I can't quite remember what we had for dinner - something on the grill I am sure. But I do remember dessert - one of our must eat places is Dairy Frost, which has the yummiest soft serve! I suppose it's very similar to Dairy Queen, but since we don't have one in Texas we like to come here when we are visiting.
After dessert we visited the Androscoggin Swinging Bridge.
Quite a cool piece of architechture (sp?). The rest of the weekend coming next...
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
Recap (photo heavy)
There is nothing like H-town humidity at 5 AM to make a girl miss the nice cool temperatures in Maine! After my run this morning I was practically drenched in sweat!
Our 4th of July was spent on the water, catching fish and buying lobsters. But first we had to have some fun on the swing!
Joe actually caught 2 mackeral this trip, the first time we have caught anything in a few years.
We boated to a place called Allen's to buy our fresh lobster as well as enjoy a Haddick sandwich. 
(I think this is the first and only photo where Joe's dad is actually smiling - he was amused that I liked to take pictures of food and the what not, but I think he does not like to be in the photos himself!)
(Hee hee, don't catch any crabs!)
We enjoyed the lobster dinner with Joe's aunt Jo and his nana.
And we ended our evening with our traditional walk to the Point.
We didn't see any fireworks because we were too tired to trek out to Freeport, but we heard them from the porch of the house!
Day 2 to come later!
Our 4th of July was spent on the water, catching fish and buying lobsters. But first we had to have some fun on the swing!
Joe actually caught 2 mackeral this trip, the first time we have caught anything in a few years.
We boated to a place called Allen's to buy our fresh lobster as well as enjoy a Haddick sandwich. 
(I think this is the first and only photo where Joe's dad is actually smiling - he was amused that I liked to take pictures of food and the what not, but I think he does not like to be in the photos himself!)
(Hee hee, don't catch any crabs!)We enjoyed the lobster dinner with Joe's aunt Jo and his nana.
And we ended our evening with our traditional walk to the Point.
We didn't see any fireworks because we were too tired to trek out to Freeport, but we heard them from the porch of the house!Day 2 to come later!
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Catching up
Whew! After getting up at 2 am Maine time, driving 2 hours to Boston (well, I didn't technically drive, but I was IN THE CAR), a 4 hour flight back to H-town and an 8 hour day at work (well, technically only 7.25 with a 1.5 hour lunch break with my li'l sis), I am one tired girl. I REALLY want to post photos of the long weekend so hopefully I will get off my lazy butt tomorrow. Tonight I just feel like sleeping!
Saturday, July 05, 2008
Relaxing
The hubs and I are spending the 4th with his parents up in Brunswick, Maine. They actually live right on the water so the weather is nice and cool. We've been doing a lot of eating and catching up with his parents, as well as boating, running and napping. In fact, I think I am going to read a book in the hammock as soon as I finish. Photos to come later!
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Halfway
Today marks the halfway point of the year! We always celebrate because it also marks the birth of my favorite boy in the whole wide world:
My goal this year has been to organize my life a bit better. I am definitely still working on it!
Yesterday was our 2nd craft Monday. We created on tag books! Here is Miss Tinger diligently working on hers:
Hers turned out really cute - she's giving it to a friend as a belated bday gift.
I made one documenting our Austin trip earlier this year. Mine was more simple but I still love how it turned out.
So we are going to be alternating between paper crafts and fabrics every other week. Next time we will be making coasters and napkins. Yes, a bit dorky, but even more fun!
My goal this year has been to organize my life a bit better. I am definitely still working on it!
Yesterday was our 2nd craft Monday. We created on tag books! Here is Miss Tinger diligently working on hers:
Hers turned out really cute - she's giving it to a friend as a belated bday gift.
I made one documenting our Austin trip earlier this year. Mine was more simple but I still love how it turned out.
So we are going to be alternating between paper crafts and fabrics every other week. Next time we will be making coasters and napkins. Yes, a bit dorky, but even more fun!
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