Lotion

My love for lotion goes back years, I cant remember when I started using this fabulous stuff but I can't live a day with out it now! I even mix lotions to create my own scents and I'll add my favortite coco butter to a lotion that has good smell but not enough moisture. I seriously have anywhere form 20-30 lotions at all times!

When we were in Fiji for our honeymoon I fell in love all over again, not with my husband (ok him too :)) but with Pure Fiji. The pineapple and coconut scents will always remind me of our honeymoon and I could only bring 2 bottles home ( because Justin and I shared a suitcase) so I have been savoring it and not using everyday. It seriously has the best feel and the perfect amount of moisture without making you feel greasy, buttery or sticky. Then when I was at my favorite spa the other day.....they had it there! I had mixed emotions about this, part of me was like OMG they make this in Fiji and it should just be for that and now it doesn't feel that special if they sell it in the US. But the other part of me was thrilled, now I am using everyday knowing I can get more!

The biggest lotion mistake I have ever made in my life was recently. I bought a new scent of creative sensations (LOVE their stuff- try the mango coconut!) called sparkling champagne. I had kinda a grape/apple-y scent and did kinda remind me of champagne! I brought it home and the following morning put it all over myself (including my face) while I was watching the morning news..... next thing I know Justin is totally laughing me and said "you look like a disco ball"!! IT HAS GLITTER IN IT, and not just a little glitter, like large amounts that teenage girls would love! ah, didn't take another shower but got most of it off before work. awesome.

GO COUGS

I just can't bring myself to put GO DUCKS as a title to a post, but I do want them to win the BCS Title tonight, it would be cool for our state. Its funny how beaver fans are cheering against them anyways, you'd think they could swallow there pride and cheer for the ducks! And after i say that i realize if the Husky's were in the Championship game I would cheer against them with passion.... so I just keep my mouth shut about it!

Waste Connections is representing at the game though, we have a garbage truck that is all decked out in UO because we are one of the biggest haulers in Eugene, my step dad Eric is there partying at it and he sent this pic:

It has a TV on it, that's what people are watching, and a keggerator built in..... GO DUCKS!

I know my dad is smiling down form wherever he is, he was a huge duck fan and he would be loving this today! Miss you Dad!

Nice Weekend

Sometimes I LOVE going into a weekend with no real plans, and just knowing I can whatever I feel like doing whenever I feel like doing it. The work week is so structured and I get sick of it!
Last night I took Justin to dinner at his favorite BBQ place: Famous Dave's for some Ribs... I owed him dinner, lets just say I lost a bet.

I actually really like their food too, I either get the nachos or sassy salad, and you can have bbq chicken, pulled pork or brisket. Its seriously so good!

Today we had to go to my dad's house to get some financial info so I can take it to work and shred it all. For the First time I went to his house and didn't cry! I think I am making some progress! Then we went to cook park, a park by Tigard High I spent countless hours at growing up- playing soccer, softball etc. We took Mackie for a nice walk, it was wet but not rainy, and the fresh air felt amazing!

Today we will be watching the EAGLES game and cheering hard, hoping the woop up on the packers! I am making some foot ball food for lunch, mac and cheese bites to be exact. They are the new thing at Trader Joe's and if you haven't tried these you must!

And I am making a pork roast for the first time for diner later....hope it turns out well. It actually 1 of 3 we have in our freezer from the hog Justin killed back in June. I just put it in the crock pot with some chicken broth, water, onions, garlic and seasonings.

On a sad not I knew 2 people that died on Friday. Neither was I very close too, but one was my age and she passed away from cancer. The other woman was a friends mother in law who also passed away from Cancer. I am reminded of 2 things this weekend:
1. Cancer effin sucks and we need to find a cure!
2. Life is so short, I am healthy-happy and I have so many things to be thankful for getting out of bed every morning should be easy this week!

Early Birthday Suprise

Justin told me this morning that he booked 2 nights at the five pine lodge in sisters for the weekend of my birthday! I am so excited! http://www.fivepinelodge.com/   This place looks amazing, and we can play in the snow, eat, drink and go to the SPA all weekend! My birthday isn't until February 17th, but I have been letting him know that I'd really like a weekend away with him for my birthday, so he told me this morning. We are going the 18th of Feb to the 20th and we can even bring our Dog Makcie. I always take my birthday off work, but since its a Thursday this year I may not, plus I only have 12 hours of vacation time since I used it all up for our wedding/honeymoon. I may take a half day though, I know I am a grown up and going to be 32 and all but I really just can bring myself to work on my Birthday, is that ridiculous??

The Best Quote!

"I'm selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can't handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don't deserve me at my best." — Marilyn Monroe

Thank you Marilyn... I know we would have been friends. And I am SURE you would have been a pi phi!

New Year's & The Gym, The Bachelor

So I made it back to the gym yesterday after a few weeks off-busy with Holiday events, or at least that's my excuse! The friendly hard-bodied guy that works at the front desk gave me a little smirk when he saw me like he was saying "where have you been the past few weeks" but I brushed him off. I wanted to say 'I have been drinking, eating and having fun, HA!" But it felt great to be back, the gym was pretty packed as it always is every January but luckily my gym doesn't have many members anyways and I still got on all the machines I wanted to. I am rotating arms and legs and doing 30+ mins of cardio Monday- Saturday. This should get my jeans back to fitting normal and not sooo snug! I am sure the multiple glasses (okay bottles) of wine I had over the Holidays had something to do with it too, along with cookies, summer sausage and cheese for dinner!
On another note: a new Season of the Bachelor started last night and I must say I am so excited! I loved Brad the first time he was on the show and was glad he didn't choose anyone because then he was still available for me (hey, I was single then, a girl can dream right?!?!) I must say these girls are gorgeous this season, lots of fake boobs & eyelashes, and you can tell they all had a stylist and full on hair and makeup team but I am sure I'd want the same if I was on national TV looking for love.  I dont' know if I am just a hopeless romantic or what but I still believe (every season- yes I have seen them all) that the fairytale story can come true!  And its just so fun to watch these people be vulnerable, make a fool out of themselves etc especially from the comfort of my own home!

Happy New Years!

I clearly haven't been good at blogging so far! I need some inspiration... I am thinking if I make it my New year's resolution to blog that may work! Honestly I don't make New Years resolutions because I am constantly trying to change, better myself and set new goals throughout the year as is and adding a NY resolution would just be too exhausting.

But in 2011 I have so much to look forward. I start the year as a married woman which is very exciting! Marrying Justin was by far the best thing that happened to me in last year. Everyday I am grateful for him and everyday I love him more than the previous day.

 I also start the year without my Dad and that is so sad but for some reason now that its a new year it already just seems easier..... Although I will miss my every single day.

So I am EXCITED for 2011. If you think about it its just another day.... but for some reason starting a new year in life just has promise, and I love that!