You know... You never realize how many steps you take in a day...
Until you wear devil shoes.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Meetin' & Greetin' My Cyber Friend
So I have been an avid reader of Kristina's blog since June. She is hilarious and witty, and I pretty much agree with nearly all of her takes on life. She arranged a Meet & Greet for her blog fan club that happened to be today! I was a little apprehensive to go because I had never met anyone who attended face to face, even Kristina herself. However, I feel like I know them from reading their blogs so much. And I had the day off (a rare occurrence on a Saturday) so I thought... why not?
I know that people have hang ups on meeting people from the Internet. I actually have a little beef about this. True, you could meet someone online that is a psycho serial killer and lies about who they are. However, you could also meet a nice random guy from the mall or something who could also be a psycho serial killer and lies about who they are. That's just what I think. And as long as you meet that someone at a public place and your husband/family knows where you are going... there isn't much harm. I mean, my cousin met her awesome husband online!
(Sorry the pic is a little blurry!)
And I would just like you to know that Kristina is her same funny, witty, adorable self that she is on her blog. Plus, all her blog followers that attended also were very funny and entertaining. So I am glad I met some new cyber friends and have more fun blogs to read!
P.S. Thank you for the adorable magnet Kristina!
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Gettin' in the Mood...
I have really been getting in the "Fall mood" this week. Maybe it is inspired by my hike last week. Maybe it was the slight decrease in temperature after the storm this past weekend. The weather is gorgeous, the air seems more crisp, and I can smell the scent of Fall in the air. *I think that spring and fall have distinctive scents. But then again, I am notorious for having a super sensitive nose when it comes to scents. But there is nothing like the scent of Fall.
I am not one to own a lot of crap for every holiday. I don't have anything related to Valentines, Fourth of July, St. Patricks, etc. I don't even own an Easter Basket anymore. However, Fall and Christmas seem to inspire me to have a few decorations around the house. So yesterday I busted out my fall Wreath and put it on my door. I also put this lovely arrangement on our table. Thanks to Ikea and their inexpensive orange and black candles. I also lit an old candle I had that smells like pumpkin spice. Mmmmm.
It sure has helped my cleaning/laundry day to go by a little bit better! Hooray for Fall!
Monday, October 6, 2008
Another "Tag" High Five!
Since my life is super exciting... I decided to do another "Tag"
5 Shows I love to Watch
Lost
Grey's Anatomy
The Hills
ANTM
Biggest Loser Reg/couples/families
5 Favorite Restaurants
Red Robin
Happy Sumo
Spaghetti Factory
Cheesecake Factory
The Pie
5 Things that Happened Yesterday
Woke up at 5am
Went to work
Came home
Ate
Went to bed at 10pm
(My life is soooo exciting!)
5 Things I Look Forward To
Snowboarding this season
Future vacations
Babies
Chris being done with school
Not working full-time
5 Things I love About Fall
The LEAVES!!
The smell
The colors
The home cooked Thanksgiving
It means winter/snowboarding season will soon be here!!
5 Things On My Wish List
Iphone
Rosetta Stone- Spanish
Chris to find a great job he loves when he is done with school
Cruise
Building a home someday
I tag... whoever feels like doing a tag!
5 Shows I love to Watch
Lost
Grey's Anatomy
The Hills
ANTM
Biggest Loser Reg/couples/families
5 Favorite Restaurants
Red Robin
Happy Sumo
Spaghetti Factory
Cheesecake Factory
The Pie
5 Things that Happened Yesterday
Woke up at 5am
Went to work
Came home
Ate
Went to bed at 10pm
(My life is soooo exciting!)
5 Things I Look Forward To
Snowboarding this season
Future vacations
Babies
Chris being done with school
Not working full-time
5 Things I love About Fall
The LEAVES!!
The smell
The colors
The home cooked Thanksgiving
It means winter/snowboarding season will soon be here!!
5 Things On My Wish List
Iphone
Rosetta Stone- Spanish
Chris to find a great job he loves when he is done with school
Cruise
Building a home someday
I tag... whoever feels like doing a tag!
Friday, October 3, 2008
Tag by Nicole!
I was tagged by Nicole!
7 random and weird things about me.
1. I think I have posted this before, but I can't eat food that doesn't look right. If there is a weird black speck on fries, or a shriveled up green bean, I can't eat it. It goes in the garbage pile on my plate. I have had one of those since I was 6. Also I am a texture person.
2. I love salt. Salt and Vinegar potato chips and french fries are my weakness. I like sweets, but would probably pick a salty snack over them any day. And this is a problem because I think I am pre-hypertensive!
3. I used to scrapbook, but have taken up blogging as my new hobby and it takes a lot of my free time!
4. I sorta feel like the end of the world/second coming might be coming soon. With the way the economy is, the war, and all the many natural disasters. I am scared! I feel like we will never be prepared enough if something big hits! So I am with you on this one Nicole.
5. I don't think I manage my stress very well. This isn't good because I have a very stressful job! I feel physical effects of stress nearly every time I work.
6. I talk to Chris in a baby voice sometimes. He doesn't mind it. He thinks it is cute. But if I accidentally do it in front of anyone else... they feel like vomiting!
7. I wear disposable contact lens's. I am not always faithful at changing them out exactly every month. So it always surprises me how much better I can see when I replace them. Then I re-commit to replacing them exactly every month, but it never happens. Sort of like New Years Resolutions.
7 people I tag:
Brooke
Lisa
Amanda
Minna
Michelle
Stacie and
Tiffany
7 random and weird things about me.
1. I think I have posted this before, but I can't eat food that doesn't look right. If there is a weird black speck on fries, or a shriveled up green bean, I can't eat it. It goes in the garbage pile on my plate. I have had one of those since I was 6. Also I am a texture person.
2. I love salt. Salt and Vinegar potato chips and french fries are my weakness. I like sweets, but would probably pick a salty snack over them any day. And this is a problem because I think I am pre-hypertensive!
3. I used to scrapbook, but have taken up blogging as my new hobby and it takes a lot of my free time!
4. I sorta feel like the end of the world/second coming might be coming soon. With the way the economy is, the war, and all the many natural disasters. I am scared! I feel like we will never be prepared enough if something big hits! So I am with you on this one Nicole.
5. I don't think I manage my stress very well. This isn't good because I have a very stressful job! I feel physical effects of stress nearly every time I work.
6. I talk to Chris in a baby voice sometimes. He doesn't mind it. He thinks it is cute. But if I accidentally do it in front of anyone else... they feel like vomiting!
7. I wear disposable contact lens's. I am not always faithful at changing them out exactly every month. So it always surprises me how much better I can see when I replace them. Then I re-commit to replacing them exactly every month, but it never happens. Sort of like New Years Resolutions.
7 people I tag:
Brooke
Lisa
Amanda
Minna
Michelle
Stacie and
Tiffany
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Taking the Mountains for Granted
I have really been wanting to go up to the mountains to see the fall leaves. It used to be a tradition in my family. Once a year during fall, usually on Sunday, we would go up to the mountains to see all the changing leaves. Then we would take a few and put them on a piece of cardboard and my mom would take them to get laminated. I still have some of my leaf collages! 
Anyway, the past few years I have missed out on my opportunity to see the leaves. Mostly because it is so hot through September (usually) and then BAM! October snow. It seems like we only really get two weeks of fall weather before winter starts. 
My cousin and I decided that we weren't missing out on the leaves this year (Even though our husbands were busy/sick) So we decided to go up to Milcreek Canyon and go for a hike. We drove up to the top of the Canyon and went on the hike to Dog Lake. Let's just say, my sister Jill would be ashamed. It was only 1.8 miles, but with a 1200 elevation change. We hiked for a little while, but then decided to head back before making it to the lake. We probably did about 1.5-2 miles round trip. Let's just say I'm a little out of shape, and wasn't really planning on a steep incline hike. I just wanted to enjoy the fall leaves and the smell of nature.
You know what is sad. I live next to the most amazing gorgeous mountains and I hardly ever visit them. I only really ever go to the mountains when I am shopping at Park City or going snowboarding. I live about 20-30 minutes away from some of the most breathtaking scenery and I don't take advantage! I really want to commit myself to spending more time in the beauty and serenity of nature. It is inspiring! I can see now, Jill, why you are so inspired all the time, and why Alaska is your Muse. 
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Condo Living
When Chris and I were deciding to become home owners we had a big decision to make. Did we want a home, a townhouse, or a condo. How much did we want to spend? Where did we want to live? So we picked a few locations and looked at all three kinds of places. I had my heart set on a townhouse so we would have a garage. But when we found our condo, it was the right price, the perfect amount of space, and was in a pretty good location (in the center of the valley). All the other places we walked through, after viewing this one, paled in comparison. Then and there we knew we were going to be condo owners.
Now that we have lived here nearly 2 years, I have learned a lot about condo living.
Here are the Pros:
1. Generally a good price. Chris and I found that we could get a newer place with a good amount of square footage by buying a condo as opposed to the house.
2. Low Maintenance. They take care of the lawn, the shrubbery, and the snow on the sidewalks in the winter. You don't have to do any weeding, leaf raking, or back breaking snow shoveling!
3. Amenities. Our condo has a clubhouse, gym, swimming pool, hot tub, basketball courts, beach volleyball, tennis courts, and a little kids playground. Oh and basic cable TV comes with it too. It is also on the edge of the Jordan River. Now, how much I use these amenities is another story...
4. Good neighbors. Our neighbors who live below us are so sweet. They always bring us treats and gifts. They are fun to talk with and we have had dinner with them a few times.
Con's:
1. No back yard. I guess you could use the general grounds as your yard, or the amenities to have a get-together. But it doesn't have the privacy and ownership of a backyard.
2. HOA Fee's. Our HOA fee's have been a fairly reasonable over the past couple year. But they just increased by $20 and will increase by $20 more the next year. They claim they are using the extra fee's for "future projects and repairs". Sure, thanks for making me pay for the roof you are going to repair 10 years down the road when I will no longer live here. Glad I could help out the future residents.
3. Parking. I get one "covered" spot. Even though my car is covered, it does not protect it from the elements. My car still gets snow, rain, and dirt on it all the time. The rest of the parking is fend for yourself. It is difficult to find spots on Friday and Saturday night.
4. Living on the 3rd floor. I wanted to live on the top floor because we have the vaulted ceiling, there would be a little to no bugs (I had a bug problem at one of my old apartments, and it was horrible!), and I figured it was a lot less likely to be burglarized. However, we found out real quick after moving in the disadvantages. My whole family and our friends were cursing us for having to walk up 3 flights to move in our furniture. Every time I bring up groceries, I just try to tell myself it is a good workout to repress the bitterness of walking up those flights. Also, heat rises, so our electricity bill is INSANE in the summer, but the winter heating bill is always reasonable.
5. The mail. Our "mailbox" is located inside the club house. Which happens to be about 3 large buildings over. The clubhouse is open from 6am to 10pm. If the mailman is there, you cannot go into the mail room because he opens all the mail box's. It is for security reasons I guess. However, Mr. Mailman takes about 2 1/2 hours! One time my sister and I went swimming at my pool. When we got to the pool he was there (Rats!) So I figured when we were finished I would pick up my mail as we were leaving. We were at the pool about 1 hour. He was still there when we were finished, so we went back to my place to shower so we could go shopping. When we left to go shopping I drove over there, AND HE WAS STILL THERE! I secretly wonder if he delivers the mail and then goes and takes a nap on one of the couches.
As you can see, there are lots of Pro's and Con's of Condo living. Either way, I am glad to be a homeowner instead of a renter, and I really do love our little place!
Now that we have lived here nearly 2 years, I have learned a lot about condo living.
Here are the Pros:
1. Generally a good price. Chris and I found that we could get a newer place with a good amount of square footage by buying a condo as opposed to the house.
2. Low Maintenance. They take care of the lawn, the shrubbery, and the snow on the sidewalks in the winter. You don't have to do any weeding, leaf raking, or back breaking snow shoveling!
3. Amenities. Our condo has a clubhouse, gym, swimming pool, hot tub, basketball courts, beach volleyball, tennis courts, and a little kids playground. Oh and basic cable TV comes with it too. It is also on the edge of the Jordan River. Now, how much I use these amenities is another story...
4. Good neighbors. Our neighbors who live below us are so sweet. They always bring us treats and gifts. They are fun to talk with and we have had dinner with them a few times.
Con's:
1. No back yard. I guess you could use the general grounds as your yard, or the amenities to have a get-together. But it doesn't have the privacy and ownership of a backyard.
2. HOA Fee's. Our HOA fee's have been a fairly reasonable over the past couple year. But they just increased by $20 and will increase by $20 more the next year. They claim they are using the extra fee's for "future projects and repairs". Sure, thanks for making me pay for the roof you are going to repair 10 years down the road when I will no longer live here. Glad I could help out the future residents.
3. Parking. I get one "covered" spot. Even though my car is covered, it does not protect it from the elements. My car still gets snow, rain, and dirt on it all the time. The rest of the parking is fend for yourself. It is difficult to find spots on Friday and Saturday night.
4. Living on the 3rd floor. I wanted to live on the top floor because we have the vaulted ceiling, there would be a little to no bugs (I had a bug problem at one of my old apartments, and it was horrible!), and I figured it was a lot less likely to be burglarized. However, we found out real quick after moving in the disadvantages. My whole family and our friends were cursing us for having to walk up 3 flights to move in our furniture. Every time I bring up groceries, I just try to tell myself it is a good workout to repress the bitterness of walking up those flights. Also, heat rises, so our electricity bill is INSANE in the summer, but the winter heating bill is always reasonable.
5. The mail. Our "mailbox" is located inside the club house. Which happens to be about 3 large buildings over. The clubhouse is open from 6am to 10pm. If the mailman is there, you cannot go into the mail room because he opens all the mail box's. It is for security reasons I guess. However, Mr. Mailman takes about 2 1/2 hours! One time my sister and I went swimming at my pool. When we got to the pool he was there (Rats!) So I figured when we were finished I would pick up my mail as we were leaving. We were at the pool about 1 hour. He was still there when we were finished, so we went back to my place to shower so we could go shopping. When we left to go shopping I drove over there, AND HE WAS STILL THERE! I secretly wonder if he delivers the mail and then goes and takes a nap on one of the couches.
As you can see, there are lots of Pro's and Con's of Condo living. Either way, I am glad to be a homeowner instead of a renter, and I really do love our little place!
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