The introduction of Harp & Beene seems to be going really well. Last night was a little hit and miss, but Beene so desperately wants to play with Harp all the time, it's so cute. She managed to sleep in a crate last night and not be a HUGE baby about it, I was so proud. I think J is taking a liking to her, regardless of all her silly puppy qualities. I'm really going to appreciate some training input from someone with so much experience with dogs. What a treat!!
The gym last night was amazing. I ate a good dinner of halibut, yams & green beans before we went, and by the end of our work out I was hungry again. I feel like my metabolism is finally speeding up and I'm burning off what I eat alot faster. We biked another 10.8 miles last night, I got my heart rate up to 202. Thats nuts!! I was borderline ready to pass out or puke by the end of the work out but my body feels good today.
Today, J had to head off to work, so I'm here on the couch watching movies, and responding to volunteer emails while the pups nap on the couch. Harps is being such a good girl... Beene is within paw distance and they are looking sooo cute together. I love it when they are calm.
TONIGHT: J @ my house w/ the dogs. Tomorrow... peroshky's in the market & possible a long walk with the animals.
PS. I feel at home with you...
Saturday, May 20, 2006
Friday, May 19, 2006
It's a Beautiful Day...
Today is a definitely a day for U2. After a night of cleaning my house, (in preparation for J & Harp's sleepover this weekend) I went and spent my 5th night with her. I've never felt so close to someone so fast, I've never felt so ready to be with someone fully, as I do with her. Honestly, I feel safe. I feel safe knowing she is the person she wants to be already... she is no work in progress, no half assed attempts. She seems to live her life to the fullest by doing what makes her the most happy. Cheesey... but its refreshing to have finally met someone like that. Someone who doesn't need fixing... someone I can just be me with. I look at her and I get lost, she turns away. I think the feelings are just intense between us, it's almost like my eyes burn right through her's, and she can feel it. I see the worry she has, the hurt she's felt, and the caution she's still holding onto... all in her eyes. But there is so much more there... I can see the hope, she hasn't lost that.
(Brockley's first day home)
Today is the final day of "shared custody" of the dogs, I'm a little sad knowing this will be the last time I see Brockley for probably quite sometime. But this is the time for me to fully break away from a person who has turned my world upside down more times than I can count... this is LONG overdue. I remember the first time I laid eyes on her I teared up. Sitting on Cathy's hardwood floors watching Brock bumble around, all cute and floppy, still so unsure of how to walk without running into things. I do have to say it hasn't been easy with her. Her behavior and lack of bladder control have been a problem for so long... I only wish she gets into some obedience classes. I know she will be happy staying with my ex, and that does give me some comfort knowing that she loves Brock so much, and would always take very good care of her. It still doesn't take away from the heart wrenching feeling I have writting this.
Current Mood: A little sad, but overall very happy.
TONIGHT: Apt. viewing w/ J & the Harps & the Beene, gym, dinner of halibut, fresh corn on the cob & veggies & going to bed early!!
I will have a fabulous weekend. Again.
PS> This is how life should be...
"Touch me, take me to that other place.
Teach me, I know I’m not a hopeless case..." - "Beautiful Day" U2
I want to know all there is to know about her.
(Brockley's first day home)
Today is the final day of "shared custody" of the dogs, I'm a little sad knowing this will be the last time I see Brockley for probably quite sometime. But this is the time for me to fully break away from a person who has turned my world upside down more times than I can count... this is LONG overdue. I remember the first time I laid eyes on her I teared up. Sitting on Cathy's hardwood floors watching Brock bumble around, all cute and floppy, still so unsure of how to walk without running into things. I do have to say it hasn't been easy with her. Her behavior and lack of bladder control have been a problem for so long... I only wish she gets into some obedience classes. I know she will be happy staying with my ex, and that does give me some comfort knowing that she loves Brock so much, and would always take very good care of her. It still doesn't take away from the heart wrenching feeling I have writting this.
Current Mood: A little sad, but overall very happy.
TONIGHT: Apt. viewing w/ J & the Harps & the Beene, gym, dinner of halibut, fresh corn on the cob & veggies & going to bed early!!
I will have a fabulous weekend. Again.
PS> This is how life should be...
"Touch me, take me to that other place.
Teach me, I know I’m not a hopeless case..." - "Beautiful Day" U2
I want to know all there is to know about her.
Thursday, May 18, 2006
Computers for beginners...
I swear... if any of you reading my blog don't efficiently know how to use a computer, please, by all means speak up. I will be more than happy to come to you and do an in home tutorial. Why am I offering up my services? I've absolutely hit my breaking point with one group in particular I'm being forced to deal with for the Raise Your Voice March. I'm about to raise MY voice... at them!
Even with this small irritation, my day is still amazing. I'm not getting a whole lot of sleep lately but it's for a DAMN good reason. I can't even begin to explain the absolute awe insipring addiction I have for this person. The time we spend together it productive, and worth while, overall this is the most positive about life I've felt in a long time.
I can't wait for the gym results to start paying off. I'm really pushing myself harder than I ever have before. I realize in order for this to work I need to change my activity level as well as the food intake. So at this point, I'm being really aware of what I consume and more importantly, how much.
This is getting cut short... I'm being enticed via yahoo messanger.
Tonight: Cleaning & organizing.
Tomorrow: Plans with J & the dogs.
EDIT: Highlight of my day... leaving her notes. And the reaction when she find them...
Even with this small irritation, my day is still amazing. I'm not getting a whole lot of sleep lately but it's for a DAMN good reason. I can't even begin to explain the absolute awe insipring addiction I have for this person. The time we spend together it productive, and worth while, overall this is the most positive about life I've felt in a long time.
I can't wait for the gym results to start paying off. I'm really pushing myself harder than I ever have before. I realize in order for this to work I need to change my activity level as well as the food intake. So at this point, I'm being really aware of what I consume and more importantly, how much.
This is getting cut short... I'm being enticed via yahoo messanger.
Tonight: Cleaning & organizing.
Tomorrow: Plans with J & the dogs.
EDIT: Highlight of my day... leaving her notes. And the reaction when she find them...
Wednesday, May 17, 2006
Collapse into me, tired with joy...
I am so rocking out this morning. I've just got this incredible burst of energy lately, and it's really keeping me going. I love this feeling of motivation and lightness that's been coursing through me for the last couple days. I feel like the weight of everything serious is being lifted and I'm left with this peaceful but excited feeling of not knowing what may be around the corner for me.
I'm so hungry today... the fruit and granola I ate just wasn't enough. I think I'm craving other things, rather than food. I'm craving attention, and devotion, and activity. I can't wait for the gym tonight. My mind is spinning so fast I can't grab onto one or two statements, it's all a blur of words, and feelings and ideas.
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ANTM with the ladies is going to be phenomenal. What more could you ask for... Appetizer, wine & good friends! I'm really not all that enthused about the final 3. Jade is irritating with her Drag Queen qualities, Joanie is just too easy a choice, and Danielle is just a little too Southern Ghetto. I don't know, its like the Devil, the Favorite, and the Underdog. It really could go either way!
Currently Listening to: Snow Patrol "Hands Open"
Tonight: Gym, ANTM, and the good company of "A girl and her Dog"
I'm so hungry today... the fruit and granola I ate just wasn't enough. I think I'm craving other things, rather than food. I'm craving attention, and devotion, and activity. I can't wait for the gym tonight. My mind is spinning so fast I can't grab onto one or two statements, it's all a blur of words, and feelings and ideas.
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ANTM with the ladies is going to be phenomenal. What more could you ask for... Appetizer, wine & good friends! I'm really not all that enthused about the final 3. Jade is irritating with her Drag Queen qualities, Joanie is just too easy a choice, and Danielle is just a little too Southern Ghetto. I don't know, its like the Devil, the Favorite, and the Underdog. It really could go either way!
Currently Listening to: Snow Patrol "Hands Open"
Tonight: Gym, ANTM, and the good company of "A girl and her Dog"
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Dykes on Bikes
Trips to the gym just got a little funner. I've managed to snag myself a SUPER Fitness Girl to partake in some much needed workouts. We stationary biked for 30 minutes (10.8 miles), then we did about 30-45 minutes of weights. I felt and feel amazing today. It's like my body really needed this. All the stress I've had built up over work, and volunteering... it all just came pouring out last night. It was the best... ok maybe something else is a little better.
I stayed up until 2:30am last night... god I haven't done that in so long. I've never had so much to say in my entire life. I'm going on 4 1/2 hours of sleep right now, and I woke up to a breakfast of eggs w/ mushrooms, tomatoes & onions w/ really good organic toast. YUM. I woke up, threw on my capris and I just felt ready for the day. I'm pounding the water right now, and anticipating my next trip to the gym with my Super Fitness Girl.
Verse 63:
Act without striving.
Work without interfering.
Find the flavour in what is flavourless.
Enlarge the small, increase the few.
Heal injury with goodness.
Handle the difficult while it is still easy.
Cultivate the great while it is still small.
All difficult things begin as easy things.
All great things begin as small things.
Therefore, the True Person never attempts anything great,and accomplishes great things.
Lightly made promises inspire little faith.
Trying to make things easy results in great difficulties.
Therefore, the True Person regards everything as difficult,and is never overcome by difficulties.
I stayed up until 2:30am last night... god I haven't done that in so long. I've never had so much to say in my entire life. I'm going on 4 1/2 hours of sleep right now, and I woke up to a breakfast of eggs w/ mushrooms, tomatoes & onions w/ really good organic toast. YUM. I woke up, threw on my capris and I just felt ready for the day. I'm pounding the water right now, and anticipating my next trip to the gym with my Super Fitness Girl.
Verse 63:
Act without striving.
Work without interfering.
Find the flavour in what is flavourless.
Enlarge the small, increase the few.
Heal injury with goodness.
Handle the difficult while it is still easy.
Cultivate the great while it is still small.
All difficult things begin as easy things.
All great things begin as small things.
Therefore, the True Person never attempts anything great,and accomplishes great things.
Lightly made promises inspire little faith.
Trying to make things easy results in great difficulties.
Therefore, the True Person regards everything as difficult,and is never overcome by difficulties.
Monday, May 15, 2006
Word of the day : Introspection
Introspection: Contemplation of one's own thoughts, feelings, and sensations; self-examination
After having such a stressful week at work, and in regard to the volunteer work I'm doing on behalf of the Center (for the rally), I really needed to spend some time with myself and have a little fun. The fun was great, SUPER even... but when it came down to it, I believe it's safe to say my weekend was full of introspection. I spent a good portion of my time outside, really enjoying the sun and trees, and things I normally would take for granted.
I feel the need to be more thankful for what I do have in my life. I really feel the need to take better care of myself... mentally and physically.
Verse 3:
Not exalting the talented prevents rivalry.
Not valuing goods that are hard to obtain prevents stealing.
Not displaying desirable things prevents confusion of the heart.
Therefore, the True Person governs by emptying the heart of desire and filling the belly with food, weakening ambitions and strengthening bones.
If the people are simple and free from desire, then the clever ones never dare to interfere.
Practice action without striving and all will be in order.
And PS. You're OH so cool...
After having such a stressful week at work, and in regard to the volunteer work I'm doing on behalf of the Center (for the rally), I really needed to spend some time with myself and have a little fun. The fun was great, SUPER even... but when it came down to it, I believe it's safe to say my weekend was full of introspection. I spent a good portion of my time outside, really enjoying the sun and trees, and things I normally would take for granted.
I feel the need to be more thankful for what I do have in my life. I really feel the need to take better care of myself... mentally and physically.
Verse 3:
Not exalting the talented prevents rivalry.
Not valuing goods that are hard to obtain prevents stealing.
Not displaying desirable things prevents confusion of the heart.
Therefore, the True Person governs by emptying the heart of desire and filling the belly with food, weakening ambitions and strengthening bones.
If the people are simple and free from desire, then the clever ones never dare to interfere.
Practice action without striving and all will be in order.
And PS. You're OH so cool...
Wednesday, May 10, 2006
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Volunteers WANTED!!
Alright guys… here it goes. I’m the Head Volunteer Coordinator for The Raise Your Voice March & Rally on Capitol Hill, Saturday Jun 24th @ 6pm.
The Raise Your Voice March & Rally will be directly following the annual Seattle Dyke Rally at Seattle Central Community College. The March will go up to Volunteer Park will be lead by the Dykes on Bikes, and a short rally will commence in the Park.
Line up for the march starts at 4pm. The March will move north on Broadway, ending in Volunteer Park. The route concludes with the final act of terrific music festival at the park. Rounding out the evening is the Three Dollar Cinema, showing their annual movie in the park.
Ok, long story short I’m asking my friends to come and support not only a Seattle tradition, but the beginning of a NEW Seattle tradition. And hell, to help me out!! If you’re reliable, and looking to be an integral part of this effort, I can use all the volunteers I can get. Assignments would be simple, and FUN.
Please if any of you are interested, let me know!!
Alright guys… here it goes. I’m the Head Volunteer Coordinator for The Raise Your Voice March & Rally on Capitol Hill, Saturday Jun 24th @ 6pm.
The Raise Your Voice March & Rally will be directly following the annual Seattle Dyke Rally at Seattle Central Community College. The March will go up to Volunteer Park will be lead by the Dykes on Bikes, and a short rally will commence in the Park.
Line up for the march starts at 4pm. The March will move north on Broadway, ending in Volunteer Park. The route concludes with the final act of terrific music festival at the park. Rounding out the evening is the Three Dollar Cinema, showing their annual movie in the park.
Ok, long story short I’m asking my friends to come and support not only a Seattle tradition, but the beginning of a NEW Seattle tradition. And hell, to help me out!! If you’re reliable, and looking to be an integral part of this effort, I can use all the volunteers I can get. Assignments would be simple, and FUN.
Please if any of you are interested, let me know!!
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