I love the convenience of modern day technology but sometimes I wish I lived in a simpler time. I see commercials for some crazy new things. Did you know there are cars that can park themselves now? Vacuums that clean your house on their own? Did you know you can use your cell phone to turn on the lights in your house, raise the temp on the thermostat and get your hot tub ready for a dip, all before you walk in your front door? When is it too much?
I was happy playing with wooden blocks when I was a kid. I played outside... a lot and my little brother and I would spend countless hours stacking empty cans in towers or castles. Now a days it's hard to pry some kids away from the computers, TVs and video games.
I want the kids and I to go 24 hours without using electricity. I think it would be fun experiment. I'm thinking spring would be a good time to try it. I'll have to let you know how it goes.
On a side note.. the kids and I were driving in the car the other day and Ashleigh was talking about all these futuristic features a car could have and how cool it would be. The funny thing is... almost every single thing... already exists.
Feb 20, 2010
Quick...I need an intervention!
I had a horrible day at work. and I mean HORRIBLE. Despite the fact I was bound and determined to have a great day as I woke up this morning, it really wasn't so great. I don't know where these people come from but my co-workers and I named today as National Jerk Awareness Day. I tell ya, they were coming out of the woodwork!
I woke up this morning to blue skies. I did a little yoga. I made oatmeal for breakfast... and some green tea. I packed low fat string cheese, some sliced veggies and a bottle of water to take with me for a snack. I was healthy.
By the time I got off work I was craving a juicy, greasy, six dollar portobello mushroom burger from Carl's Jr. like you would not believe.... with fries......................and a drink.
I called my Mom and told her I needed an intervention. I explained my dilemma and she talked it out. Something about "picture 5 of those burgers added to your hips" was very persuading. haha. I love my Mom!
I decided on stopping at the grocery store on the way home for some whole wheat hamburger buns and some garden burgers. I came home and made a delicious lunch. I wrote down how many calories were in everything as I was cooking (because I was curious). I added in all the calories, including the butter I used to saute the mushrooms and onions in. The grand total: 585 Calories. I looked on Carl's Jr. website to see nutritional information. Had I gotten that burger and fries (not including drink or fry sauce that I would have, no doubtingly, drowned my fires in) The grand total....ready for this.... 1420 Calories!
So, I feel great. I avoided temptation. I can put my horrible work day behind me and enjoy what's left of the weekend. Here's a picture of my masterpiece:
I woke up this morning to blue skies. I did a little yoga. I made oatmeal for breakfast... and some green tea. I packed low fat string cheese, some sliced veggies and a bottle of water to take with me for a snack. I was healthy.
By the time I got off work I was craving a juicy, greasy, six dollar portobello mushroom burger from Carl's Jr. like you would not believe.... with fries......................and a drink.
I called my Mom and told her I needed an intervention. I explained my dilemma and she talked it out. Something about "picture 5 of those burgers added to your hips" was very persuading. haha. I love my Mom!
I decided on stopping at the grocery store on the way home for some whole wheat hamburger buns and some garden burgers. I came home and made a delicious lunch. I wrote down how many calories were in everything as I was cooking (because I was curious). I added in all the calories, including the butter I used to saute the mushrooms and onions in. The grand total: 585 Calories. I looked on Carl's Jr. website to see nutritional information. Had I gotten that burger and fries (not including drink or fry sauce that I would have, no doubtingly, drowned my fires in) The grand total....ready for this.... 1420 Calories!
So, I feel great. I avoided temptation. I can put my horrible work day behind me and enjoy what's left of the weekend. Here's a picture of my masterpiece:
Feb 18, 2010
Popcorn!
The kids and I had a movie night. We watched Flight of the Navigator, which was my all time favorite childhood movie and we made popcorn! My Mom gave this to us a while ago and we were waiting for the right occasion to make it. It was supper yummy!
Feb 17, 2010
Who I want to be...
I want to be that Mom who has an after school snack waiting for the kids when they get home every afternoon, the one that cooks a homemade meal every night, the one that helps the kids study for their upcoming spelling test everyday, and reads to them every night before saying prayers and tucking them into bed.
I want to be that Woman who eats right, the one that feels fantastic everyday...even in a bikini, the one that hosts the best dinner parties...ever, and the one that always gets enough beauty sleep and wakes up every morning ready to face a bright new day.
I want to be that Person who everyone wants to be around, the one that inspires people around me, the one that volunteers to help the needy, and always does the right thing for my family, friends and our planet.
I know what I want, so why is so hard to actually do these things?
I want to be that Woman who eats right, the one that feels fantastic everyday...even in a bikini, the one that hosts the best dinner parties...ever, and the one that always gets enough beauty sleep and wakes up every morning ready to face a bright new day.
I want to be that Person who everyone wants to be around, the one that inspires people around me, the one that volunteers to help the needy, and always does the right thing for my family, friends and our planet.
I know what I want, so why is so hard to actually do these things?
Feb 14, 2010
Food
I watched an interesting documentary called, Food Inc. last night. I think everyone should watch it. I've always been interested in eating healthy but this was a real eye opener to what really is healthy. The kids and I have been eating lots more veggies and trying new ones, along with tofu on a regular basis.
I have no interest in becoming vegetarian but I do want to eat healthy meat from animals that were treated well. I'm going to be looking into local organic farms.
Here's a great website I found for local, healthy food! Utah's Own
I have no interest in becoming vegetarian but I do want to eat healthy meat from animals that were treated well. I'm going to be looking into local organic farms.
Here's a great website I found for local, healthy food! Utah's Own
Feb 6, 2010
Spring Fever
We've had some nice days sneak in here and there. I can't wait for spring! I'm missing summer time in Iowa right now. Nice peaceful walks in the evening, fireflies & good company. Looking forward to going back this summer.
Davenport, IA
Bridge over the Mississippi
Baby
The kids and I spent most of the day at Madsen's today. Playing games. Holding Charsty's baby. I would be lying if I said I wasn't slightly baby hungry. You forget how tiny newborns are.
Aurora
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