Thursday, April 11, 2013
Aunt Shower
My aunts held a shower for me. It was at Aunt Martha and Uncle Dan's house out in Medina. They have a great property. Lots of land, a pond, a barn, horses, you name it! I am so thankful to be surrounded by so many loved ones!
Our engagement 5/18/2011
This was taken from our wedding website. The link to the website is below.
Amy had just come home from a long day at work. Having sped on the way home, she got home just a few minutes earlier than usual. As she walked up the stairs to her apartment, she noticed some flower petals at the top of the steps. She thought that the neighbors must have brought flowers up to their apartment. Not really thinking too much else about it, she attempted to go into her apartment when Brian told her she couldn't come in yet. Thinking he was joking around, Amy told him to just let her in and stop kidding around. Amy started thinking that something strange was going on. After a minute or so, he said it was ok to go in. As Amy walked in, she looked around and saw that all the lights were off and there were candles lit all around the apartment. The fireplace was lit and music filled the air. As Amy's jaw hit the floor, she turned to Brian who was down on one knee with a dozen roses in one hand, and the ring in the other. He then asked Amy to marry him and of course, she said yes!
Brian had the computer open and told Amy to look at where they were going to eat. He had arranged for them to go to Flemmings. Since Brian was already dressed up, Amy decided that she had better dress up too! Not really sure what to wear, she pulled out the standard "little black dress" out of her closet and put some make-up on. She wishes that she had not put her hair up in a ponytail that morning but was too excited to really care that much. While at Flemmings, they were treated to some truffles and a chocolate lava cake by their waiter for their engagement. When home they celebrated with some champagne and couldn't wait to tell everyone the news!
http://robinsonandshick.ourwedding.com/
http://robinsonandshick.ourwedding.com/
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
New Smile!
Over the past 2 months I have been to the dentist probably 8 times. My front tooth died years ago (probably when I was in high school!) and I had a root canal a few years back on it. I didn't have dental insurance with my other job, so after I got a new job with dental insurance, I found a new dentist in November and decided it was time to fix it. I was getting really self-conscious about the discoloration and needed to do something about it. After several whitening treatments of both top and bottom teeth, a couple fillings and a temporary crown, I finally got a nice porcelain veneer. They did a really good job and it looks just like a realtooth. I am not self-conscious anymore and love to smile and show off my new pearly whites!!
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Time to take action!
Ok, so I realize that I discovered this blog a few weeks after I started my program. So, let me start at the beginning.
When I was a kid, I was always active. I was in just about every sport imaginable and was always playing outside with my brothers and sisters. As I got older, I participated in marching band and show choir which helped keep me trim due to the strenuous rehearsal schedules. When I got to college, I discovered a whole new world of endless buffets, midnight binges, and beer. There was no one to control how much I ate or drank and I embraced it! By the time I graduated in 2001, I had gained over 40 pounds. It wasn't until it was too late that I realized that my clothes hadn't shrunk like I was trying to tell myself....I had outgrown them from not taking care of myself like I should have.
Soon after, I decided I did not want to look like that anymore. I joined the gym and started eating healthier meals. I took step aerobics, weight training classes, kickboxing, pretty much anything I could find that would get me skinny. Sometimes I took back to back classes and spent anywhere from1-2 hours at the gym everyday. I then started skipping lunches or would have just a piece of fruit. Breakfasts sometimes consisted of just coffee. I was subsitute teaching so it easily distracted me from any hunger I was feeling. I ended up losing a ton of weight...I was skinny, buff, and finally felt good about myself. After this, I started eating pretty normal again, but I continued to work out almost daily.
Fast forward a few years. Full time jobs, part time jobs, and relationships kept me from working out and taking care of myself. After a tough break-up with a (pardon my language **** who told me I was fat at 130 pounds, I started to work out again, and lost about 10 pounds which helped build myself esteem again. I went out with my friends Beth and Laura and was feeling good. That started to get a little out of control due to many other things that were going on in my life, but I didn't realize it at the time. I was single, having fun with my girls, but there was still something missing.
In 2007 I met Brian. Funny that we both went to Hiram, but were 4 years apart so only knew each other in passing or at an occasional party. We reconnected at a pigroast and have been inseparable since. He is my rock and I don't know what I would do without him. He got me through the most difficult part of my life when I suffered a seizure at his house and is always there for me whenever I need him. All that being said, once you are in a committed relationship, you want to spend as much time with that person as you can. I traded in aerobic classes to spending time with Brian and eating out became typical for us most weekends. Depression set in after being diagnosed with seizure disorder, so I began eating badly again, and instead of working out when I got home from work, I would put my pajamas on, sit in front of the tv, and eat dinner. I loved it (and still do!) but deep down knew I shouldn't be doing this. I also got a new job which definitely isn't my dream job, but it pays the bill. In the past 6 months I have gained about 15 pounds in addition to the weight I have gained over the last few years due to my laziness. I finally stepped on the scale on January 2nd and could not believe the number I saw. I have not weighed this much since college. I joined Weight Watchers right away.
I am able to follow the program and really hope it works. I just started week 3 and have lost about 10 pounds, which seems like a lot to me in a small time period, but I think I put my body in a state of shock by cutting out pop, junk food, sugar, and food portions. I've been exercising a few times a week, but need to increase now that my body is getting used to it again. If I lose 1-2 a week now I ill be happy. Can I lose 30 more pounds by summer? I certainly hope so. I need to get back to my old self. Pray for me! :)
When I was a kid, I was always active. I was in just about every sport imaginable and was always playing outside with my brothers and sisters. As I got older, I participated in marching band and show choir which helped keep me trim due to the strenuous rehearsal schedules. When I got to college, I discovered a whole new world of endless buffets, midnight binges, and beer. There was no one to control how much I ate or drank and I embraced it! By the time I graduated in 2001, I had gained over 40 pounds. It wasn't until it was too late that I realized that my clothes hadn't shrunk like I was trying to tell myself....I had outgrown them from not taking care of myself like I should have.
Soon after, I decided I did not want to look like that anymore. I joined the gym and started eating healthier meals. I took step aerobics, weight training classes, kickboxing, pretty much anything I could find that would get me skinny. Sometimes I took back to back classes and spent anywhere from1-2 hours at the gym everyday. I then started skipping lunches or would have just a piece of fruit. Breakfasts sometimes consisted of just coffee. I was subsitute teaching so it easily distracted me from any hunger I was feeling. I ended up losing a ton of weight...I was skinny, buff, and finally felt good about myself. After this, I started eating pretty normal again, but I continued to work out almost daily.
Fast forward a few years. Full time jobs, part time jobs, and relationships kept me from working out and taking care of myself. After a tough break-up with a (pardon my language **** who told me I was fat at 130 pounds, I started to work out again, and lost about 10 pounds which helped build myself esteem again. I went out with my friends Beth and Laura and was feeling good. That started to get a little out of control due to many other things that were going on in my life, but I didn't realize it at the time. I was single, having fun with my girls, but there was still something missing.
In 2007 I met Brian. Funny that we both went to Hiram, but were 4 years apart so only knew each other in passing or at an occasional party. We reconnected at a pigroast and have been inseparable since. He is my rock and I don't know what I would do without him. He got me through the most difficult part of my life when I suffered a seizure at his house and is always there for me whenever I need him. All that being said, once you are in a committed relationship, you want to spend as much time with that person as you can. I traded in aerobic classes to spending time with Brian and eating out became typical for us most weekends. Depression set in after being diagnosed with seizure disorder, so I began eating badly again, and instead of working out when I got home from work, I would put my pajamas on, sit in front of the tv, and eat dinner. I loved it (and still do!) but deep down knew I shouldn't be doing this. I also got a new job which definitely isn't my dream job, but it pays the bill. In the past 6 months I have gained about 15 pounds in addition to the weight I have gained over the last few years due to my laziness. I finally stepped on the scale on January 2nd and could not believe the number I saw. I have not weighed this much since college. I joined Weight Watchers right away.
I am able to follow the program and really hope it works. I just started week 3 and have lost about 10 pounds, which seems like a lot to me in a small time period, but I think I put my body in a state of shock by cutting out pop, junk food, sugar, and food portions. I've been exercising a few times a week, but need to increase now that my body is getting used to it again. If I lose 1-2 a week now I ill be happy. Can I lose 30 more pounds by summer? I certainly hope so. I need to get back to my old self. Pray for me! :)
Monday, December 13, 2010
Jenny's 30th Birthday Party!
My lil' sis Jenny turned 30 on August 7th. She came home from Fort Wayne, Indiana for her themed 80's birthday party! Lots of good food, old friends, and of course, 80's karaoke! A good time was had by all!
Saturday, July 10, 2010
The Good Old Summertime
I remember when I was a kid and just couldn't wait for school to be over so I could start my summer break. I always remember sitting in my class as the principal "released" each grade. Afterwards, it was off to the local park for the usual shaving cream fight. There was just something about spraying shaving cream into that person's face who you didn't quite care for! Or I guess, even just spraying it in your friend's face was just as fun! Just, the feeling of FREEDOM! Knowing that you had your whole summer to do whatever you wanted to. Nothing to worry about. You didn't have to work. Didn't have to worry about money. Just what you were going to do the next day.
My summer days usually consisted of playing outside all day with Eric, Jenny, and some neighborhood pals. Jenny and I would spend many days at the park down the street, swimming and playing. I remember mom making us popsicles from various juices. We would lay outside on our towels, listen to music, and just relax. Some days we would go to Water Works and spend the entire day there swimming. On Friday nights, we would usually get pizza from "Fiesta" and go to Maridy video to get a scary movie. And on Saturdays our goal was always to stay up and watch "Headbangers Ball." Sometimes we made it, other times we didn't.
Life was much simpler when we were kids. No stresses or worries, just having fun. Although we all still look forward to the summers, it is easy to want to go back to the glory days....
My summer days usually consisted of playing outside all day with Eric, Jenny, and some neighborhood pals. Jenny and I would spend many days at the park down the street, swimming and playing. I remember mom making us popsicles from various juices. We would lay outside on our towels, listen to music, and just relax. Some days we would go to Water Works and spend the entire day there swimming. On Friday nights, we would usually get pizza from "Fiesta" and go to Maridy video to get a scary movie. And on Saturdays our goal was always to stay up and watch "Headbangers Ball." Sometimes we made it, other times we didn't.
Life was much simpler when we were kids. No stresses or worries, just having fun. Although we all still look forward to the summers, it is easy to want to go back to the glory days....
Monday, June 28, 2010
The Simple Things
Life can be very complicated. And stressful at times. In recent months, I have discovered how important it is to appreciate what life has to offer. We must find little things every day that just, make us happy! The simple things. Right now. Here is my list! (not in any order!)
1. Reading one of my health magazines.
2. That first cup of coffee in the morning.
3. Getting under the covers after a long day.
4. The smell of rain.
5. Putting my slippers on.
6. Lounge time.
7. LOST. Best show on tv.
8. Talking to Brian on my lunch break.
9. Special days at work--lunches, smoothies with Tywon, unexpected gifts.
10. My coconut shower gel and lotion. Yum.
11. Aerobics classes at the gym...especially when my mom is there.
12. My dad when he calls saying, "Just checkin in!"
13. Getting Chipotle with mom and Katy.
14. Sunshine!
15. Flip-flops and painted toenails.
16. More daylight.
17. Singing loudly in the car.
18. Margaritas! With salt please!
19. Movies with my man.
20. My new purse. It's so colorful!
21. Karaoke.
22. Driving with the windows down.
23. Cheesecake. Need I say more?
24. Leaving work every day!
25. My GPS. Gotta love "Claire!" She never leads me astray.
26. The fact that Brian's voice is the last thing I hear before falling asleep. Every night.
27. Salad with avocados.
28. An email from an old friend.
29. My blackberry, A.K.A. crackberry.
30. A good ole' breakfast.
31. Having people that truly listen.
32. Lazy Sundays.
33. Biking on the towpath.
34. Ice cream.
35. Lighting a candle.
36. Finally having a home of my own.
37. Dollar drafts.
38. Corn dogs.
39. Looking into your pet's eyes and seeing how much they love you.
40. Country music.
41. The beach.
42. Having absolutely no plans for the weekend.
43. Chicken Wings. Hot or Garlic.
44. Remembering old times with Beth.
45. Planning new times with Brian.
46. Full moons.
47. Baking desserts with you know who.
48. My new wine that I just discovered.
49. iTunes.
50. Living a full year seizure-free.
1. Reading one of my health magazines.
2. That first cup of coffee in the morning.
3. Getting under the covers after a long day.
4. The smell of rain.
5. Putting my slippers on.
6. Lounge time.
7. LOST. Best show on tv.
8. Talking to Brian on my lunch break.
9. Special days at work--lunches, smoothies with Tywon, unexpected gifts.
10. My coconut shower gel and lotion. Yum.
11. Aerobics classes at the gym...especially when my mom is there.
12. My dad when he calls saying, "Just checkin in!"
13. Getting Chipotle with mom and Katy.
14. Sunshine!
15. Flip-flops and painted toenails.
16. More daylight.
17. Singing loudly in the car.
18. Margaritas! With salt please!
19. Movies with my man.
20. My new purse. It's so colorful!
21. Karaoke.
22. Driving with the windows down.
23. Cheesecake. Need I say more?
24. Leaving work every day!
25. My GPS. Gotta love "Claire!" She never leads me astray.
26. The fact that Brian's voice is the last thing I hear before falling asleep. Every night.
27. Salad with avocados.
28. An email from an old friend.
29. My blackberry, A.K.A. crackberry.
30. A good ole' breakfast.
31. Having people that truly listen.
32. Lazy Sundays.
33. Biking on the towpath.
34. Ice cream.
35. Lighting a candle.
36. Finally having a home of my own.
37. Dollar drafts.
38. Corn dogs.
39. Looking into your pet's eyes and seeing how much they love you.
40. Country music.
41. The beach.
42. Having absolutely no plans for the weekend.
43. Chicken Wings. Hot or Garlic.
44. Remembering old times with Beth.
45. Planning new times with Brian.
46. Full moons.
47. Baking desserts with you know who.
48. My new wine that I just discovered.
49. iTunes.
50. Living a full year seizure-free.
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