Since Ive started my real world job, it has taken me a while to get used to not having breaks... I guess it was so ingrained in me to have a month in the winter, a week in the spring, and a WHOLE summer off from my main "job" (school). Last year I think was the worst... it was a big life change for me with graduation, working 40 hour weeks and my roommates, all my friends, and my fiance were still in college. I've since gotten used to it, and reality has definitely set in, but next week is spring break and I feel like I need one too! Im sure many people feel the same way...
So, this weekend and part of next week, we are venturing down to the beach. I know, it's going to be so crowded and noisy with all of the high school kids and young'ns in college, but, what can you do when you're an old lady like me just trying to fit in?? Dont judge...
Actually, Im just going to catch some serious rays, read a book, and play in the sand with a good friend while our guys fish and try to surf in the 60 degree water. Pictures will be posted upon my return!
Happy SPRING!
Mar 11, 2010
Mar 9, 2010
An Apple a Day...
Well, folks....
In keeping with the spirit of the new year, and New Year's Resolutions, Matt and I have started going to the gym together. We decided that we were both too tired/stressed/busy/whatever in the evenings to go, and that the morning was the only time we could get it done. So, after 2 months of going twice a week, we are both seeing improvements in our muscles and cardiovascular stamina.
This has been great, and I've really enjoyed getting back into working out after taking, shall we say, a "short" break... it's actually been since the wedding, maybe?? Anyways, Im also on a new healthy-eating kick and we'll see how long it lasts. I read that 85% of weight loss is your diet, not your exercise! 85%?? I dont like this. I like chocolate and ice cream.
Dont worry though, Im still cooking Matt all the bread, pasta, potatoes, and sweets he wants :)
What are your New Year's Resolutions?
In keeping with the spirit of the new year, and New Year's Resolutions, Matt and I have started going to the gym together. We decided that we were both too tired/stressed/busy/whatever in the evenings to go, and that the morning was the only time we could get it done. So, after 2 months of going twice a week, we are both seeing improvements in our muscles and cardiovascular stamina.
This has been great, and I've really enjoyed getting back into working out after taking, shall we say, a "short" break... it's actually been since the wedding, maybe?? Anyways, Im also on a new healthy-eating kick and we'll see how long it lasts. I read that 85% of weight loss is your diet, not your exercise! 85%?? I dont like this. I like chocolate and ice cream.
Dont worry though, Im still cooking Matt all the bread, pasta, potatoes, and sweets he wants :)
What are your New Year's Resolutions?
Be Mine?
Matt and I have a Valentine's Day tradition, and we've been following it since we started dating in 2006 - STAY HOME.
Neither one of us like waiting with crowds at restaurants. Going out to the movies isn't exactly "quality" time to us, since you can't talk to each other. Therefore, every Valentine's we stay home and cook an elaborate dinner, or, more elaborate than we usually make. We go all out on grilling steaks and veggies, baked potatoes, etc... and dessert. Then, we watch a movie or play a card game together. Later, we make our own chocolate dipped fruit, and let me tell you, it is GOOD!
Last year, we experimented with different kinds of fruit because the stores were already sold out of strawberries (we may have waited til the last minute.... like, the DAY of). Anyways, we did pineapple, bananas, strawberries if we can get them, and oranges. It was delicious (and cheap!).
This year, it has been particularly cold, as you may have experienced. Here in Bryan, we got SNOWED on! Not once, but TWICE. So, we've been making great use of our fireplace! It is probably my favorite thing in our house. We have used it almost every night, and therefore, are out of firewood. We enjoyed a big fire on Valentine's night.
I'll leave you with some pictures. I hope you all had a great Valentine's Day! Do you have any traditions for the day of love??
Neither one of us like waiting with crowds at restaurants. Going out to the movies isn't exactly "quality" time to us, since you can't talk to each other. Therefore, every Valentine's we stay home and cook an elaborate dinner, or, more elaborate than we usually make. We go all out on grilling steaks and veggies, baked potatoes, etc... and dessert. Then, we watch a movie or play a card game together. Later, we make our own chocolate dipped fruit, and let me tell you, it is GOOD!
Last year, we experimented with different kinds of fruit because the stores were already sold out of strawberries (we may have waited til the last minute.... like, the DAY of). Anyways, we did pineapple, bananas, strawberries if we can get them, and oranges. It was delicious (and cheap!).
This year, it has been particularly cold, as you may have experienced. Here in Bryan, we got SNOWED on! Not once, but TWICE. So, we've been making great use of our fireplace! It is probably my favorite thing in our house. We have used it almost every night, and therefore, are out of firewood. We enjoyed a big fire on Valentine's night.
I'll leave you with some pictures. I hope you all had a great Valentine's Day! Do you have any traditions for the day of love??
Wiley's shirt I made him:
Matt making us a fire:
our heart-shaped Valentines cake:
The snow in our backyard!! and Wiley eating it:
Feb 11, 2010
The Beginning...
Well everyone, welcome to our blog!
We dont have a lot to say, but I thought this would be a good way to journal what's going on in our lives as we have started out our married life together.
I would love to "follow" all of you and keep up with your life. As I get older, I realize how important it is to keep the ties strong between us and not forget about friends. Even though we have scattered and moved on to different cities and different places in our journey, we still have that connection, whether it is childhood, church, high school, etc.
Ok, so here's my first post! I thought I'd start this since it's the beginning of a new year, and 2010 is going to be great. Personally, I dont know how it will top 2009, but I am a bit biased ;)
However, God always has great ways of surprising and blessing us.
We dont have a lot to say, but I thought this would be a good way to journal what's going on in our lives as we have started out our married life together.
I would love to "follow" all of you and keep up with your life. As I get older, I realize how important it is to keep the ties strong between us and not forget about friends. Even though we have scattered and moved on to different cities and different places in our journey, we still have that connection, whether it is childhood, church, high school, etc.
Ok, so here's my first post! I thought I'd start this since it's the beginning of a new year, and 2010 is going to be great. Personally, I dont know how it will top 2009, but I am a bit biased ;)
However, God always has great ways of surprising and blessing us.
A little overview... The year 2009 was surreal: Matt (my husband) graduated from Texas A&M with his degree in Civil Engineering. We bought our first house, which led to packing and moving. I celebrated my one year anniversary at my "real world" job. We were busy wedding planning, going to showers with wonderful friends, researching honeymoon spots, traveling a LOT, and looking forward to the BIG day. We got married! We went to Jamaica. Matt started graduate school in Civil Engineering. We got a sweet, loving, red heeler puppy named Wiley. Then, we got to play the fun newlywed holidays game where you go see everyone in both of your families for each major holiday. Whew!!
We were so blessed last year. But, needless to say, we are KIND OF excited about this year being slower and simpler. More time at home, more sleep, less craziness. Below is 2009 in pictures...
Our San Antonio wedding shower
Our Fredericksburg wedding shower
My "Bachelorette" Shower
Moving to the house
Matt's Aggie Ring Dance at A&M
(yes, we are VERY proud of our ring! We have a whole day and an elaborate dance dedicated to it....)
Rehearsal
the WEDDING!
Jamaican sunset....
Our precious puppy
P!NK and the Lumberjack for Halloween
Our first little Christmas Tree
Hope everyone's 2010 is starting beautifully and that you had wonderful holidays with your family.
Next post: VALENTINE'S!
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