*Gasp* *Shudder*
It’s happened.
Ms. “I don’t think I want a Kindle because I love books too much” and Ms. “I love books more than anything in the world and I love nothing more than being in a bookstore” has gone over to the dark side.
I mentioned that I had asked for a Kindle for Christmas, but was having second (and third) thoughts about whether I really wanted one. I won’t rehash my arguments for and against as you can read them here. The Kindle entry on my Christmas list was never retracted, however, because I just wasn’t sure. And [ ... ]
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Dec 2010
*Gasp* *Shudder*
It’s happened.
Ms. “I don’t think I want a Kindle because I love books too much” and Ms. “I love books more than anything in the world and I love nothing more than being in a bookstore” has gone over to the dark side.
I mentioned that I had asked for a Kindle for Christmas, but was having second (and third) thoughts about whether I really wanted one. I won’t rehash my arguments for and against as you can read them here. The Kindle entry on my Christmas list was never retracted, however, because I just wasn’t sure. And [ ... ]
Category: Books / Movies / Entertainment
6 Comments
29
Dec 2010
It’s not a secret that I’ve been having a bit of a rough time lately. Been spending a lot of time beating myself up and had a bit of a pity party last night that a good friend tried to talk me through. It helped, and was wonderful knowing someone cared, but there are still things about myself that I just really don’t like and am pretty powerless to change. Of course, my weight is one thing that I can change, and one thing I intend to start working on again soon.
God bless friends that love you for who you [ ... ]
Category: Books / Movies / Entertainment
3 Comments
23
Dec 2010
Hola people! As you can see, I’m still alive and kicking, and honestly, have been meaning to write…but been afraid to come on here and see just how long it’s actually been since I did write. December 5th. These lapses in my writing are getting longer and longer and unfortunately are starting to mirror my lapses of last year.
My eating? Not so great. There’s been a TON going on in my life lately. I know I keep saying that and that really isn’t any excuse. People with much busier, much fuller lives are able to stick to this plan…and I [ ... ]
Category: Life in General
7 Comments
05
Dec 2010
I’ve been beating myself up a lot lately. Yes, there’s been a TON going on in my life lately and my eating plan has pretty much fallen to the wayside. I have been trying harder over the past week, however, and the number on the scale looks promising. Of course, I gained last week, so it may just end up balancing out. But we’ll see what happens on Tuesday.
Even though the number on the scale has been fluctuating a ton lately and I’m not happy with either it or what I see in the mirror, I’m still over 90 pounds [ ... ]
Category: Body Image
8 Comments
01
Dec 2010
That is the question this holiday season.
You all know that I. am. a. book. fanatic. There is probably nothing I love more in this world than books. I love to read them, hold them, look at them. I like the shape, texture, and even the smell. Almost nothing makes me happier than being in a bookstore.
And I’ve rebelled against the e-reading trend. I’ve refused. I do have the Kindle app on my cell phone and have downloaded some free classics through Amazon, but haven’t really read any of them on it. There’s just something about having the book in your [ ... ]
Category: Books / Movies / Entertainment
10 Comments
30
Nov 2010
Anyone who has been following my blog for any length of time knows that I’m a huge supporter of the movie, “Lbs.,” and have done my best to promote it as much as I can on here.
Supposedly a DVD is still in the works with lots of extra features that should be released within the next few weeks. (YAY…trying not to be impatient. )
I also learned today via Facebook that “Lbs.” has been nominated for a Spirit Award (recognizing independent films). The award they’ve been nominated for is the John Cassavetes Award. To see [ ... ]
28
Nov 2010
I can’t believe how long it has been since I last posted. 12 days. Totally unacceptable. My only excuse is that things have been a little nuts in my world lately.
The last time I posted, it was called “Crazy Week.” And that did not turn out to be an exaggeration. But it was a good week overall.
I did see the midnight showing of Harry Potter and LOVED IT. Was very pleased (which is amazing considering how worried I was that it would be terrible – I’ve not been entirely happy with several of the others).
My mom’s surgery went well. She’s [ ... ]
Category: Life in General
3 Comments
16
Nov 2010
Hi all! I hope you’re doing well!
I am doing pretty good, however, exhausted and a bit stressed. I had a pretty good weekend. Spent Friday night watching a movie with some new friends. Took my mom to the airport on Saturday (she went to Florida). Spent Saturday night at a party at another friend’s house. Spent most of Sunday recuperating from said party (and from allergies). Then ran errands and did laundry, etc.
Unfortunately, I had to take my car into the shop yesterday morning to have the transmission checked out – and have not heard a word. Um, [ ... ]
08
Nov 2010
Hi people!
I know, I know….my blog writing has been kinda on the sketchy side lately. I apologize – not that I think you’re anxiously sitting at the edge of your seat just waiting for me to post something. I know better than that. But things have been a little nuts in my world lately.
First, a couple of comments regarding my Wordless Wednesday post of last week. The first pic was of my first taste of Indian food. I went with my friends who moved here to KC (who both love Indian and have tried it at various places [ ... ]
Category: Books / Movies / Entertainment, Food, Life in General
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03
Nov 2010
Category: Books / Movies / Entertainment, Food
2 Comments
25
Oct 2010
This topic has been going around in my head quite a bit lately, and I figured that it’s been a while since I’ve written anything humiliatingly from the heart. So why not?
I’ve always had body image issues. I mean, I’ve been overweight since 3rd grade. It’s no surprise. I’ve spent the majority of my life comparing my body to other women and falling short. (And yes, we all know what Brené Brown says about comparison – “[it] is the thief of happiness.”)
I firmly believe that there are many beautiful and many absolutely gorgeous overweight women out there. I just don’t [ ... ]
Category: Body Image
10 Comments
21
Oct 2010
Hi folks! I’m still here! Promise!
Life has just been very…..life lately.
I am loving my life right now (for the most part). Do you know when the last time was that I said that? Yeah, me either, but let me know if you remember.
Things have been a bit crazy. Been spending as much time as I can with friends – for example, went out for lunch with a couple of friends on Sunday, then went to dinner with another that night. Met another friend Tuesday night and am meeting another friend tonight. Have plans midday on Saturday with one [ ... ]
Category: Life in General, Weigh-Ins
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17
Oct 2010
From the subject heading, any of you who have been following my blog for a while know how ecstatic I was to hear today that “Lbs.” will be coming to DVD.
They announced today that it should be releasing in less than two months, in time for Christmas. Here is what they said:
Finally!!!!! “Lbs.” THE DVD, is less than 2 months away. It will have DELETED SCENES including the infamous “PRISON SCENE”, CAST INTERVIEWS, DIRECTOR COMMENTARY, BEHIND THE SCENES FOOTAGE, REHEARSALS, and AUDIO RECORDINGS FROM THE FIRST STAGED READING OVER 10 YEARS AGO! It’s going to be an awesome [ ... ]
16
Oct 2010
Today, my mom and I had a Mother/Daughter day at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival. This is its final weekend, and I was really afraid that I was going to miss it this year. In fact, I had believed that last weekend was the last weekend, so I was pleasantly surprised to learn that it was still open. Tomorrow, Sunday, is the last day. If you’re in the KC area and are a total geek for this stuff like I am, then I highly recommend you get your behinds out there to check it out.
For some reason, [ ... ]
Category: Books / Movies / Entertainment
3 Comments
15
Oct 2010
You may remember that I have talked about Brené Brown’s work into shame research and authenticity quite often on my blog. I would say that I’m a huge fan of her, but “fan” isn’t quite the right word. I just really admire her work and what she does. There is so much truth behind it and I know that she is affecting people’s lives on a daily basis.
Plus, she’s just an incredible woman. I keep saying that I want to be her when “I grow up.”
You may also remember that I was lucky enough to meet [ ... ]
