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March 17, 2011

101 in 1001 has Begun

Filed under: 101 in 1001 days,Health/ Fitness,Inspiration — gardener @ 7:07 am

My plan was to start the Day Zero project of 101 things in 1001 days on the first of April so that I could actually build up a list of 101 things before I started checking them out. Well, you know what they say about the best made plans. While I only have 30 something items on my ‘to do’ list, I’ve already completed one, so I decided to start writing now, since I want to write about the list as I complete items on it.

If you’re curious about what’s on my list so far- you’re welcome to check it out here. That’s my public profile which shows all the exciting things that I plan to do. Some are easy- and others are quite the challenge.

Now that I have all the logistics out of the way it’s time to get to the first ‘done’ item on my list.

Walk either to or from Bobbi’s house.
I checked this off my list yesterday, but I’m just getting around to writing about it.

Bobbi is my friend who lives in the town next to mine. Her house is a little over three miles (or around 5k), but in all the years we’ve been friends, I’ve never walked to or from her place. It isn’t that the distance is daunting to me- because it’s far from it. I added it to the list for several reasons: 1-Because I really wanted the exercise, 2- Because it was something I’d never done and I really had no reason as to why I hadn’t and 3- Because there’s a fairly remote stretch of road between our homes and I wanted to overcome any idea that I had that it may not be completely safe. It’s a great part of town, it’s just a little remote and not somewhere you see people walking. You see a lot of people biking and driving, but not walking.

Yesterday I visited Bobbi and left her house with the idea that I’d catch the train home. It isn’t far. When I got to the train station, I told myself not to be lazy- and to just ‘keep walking’, so I did just that. I didn’t have the right shoes on, and ended up with a pretty nasty blister in the process, but I did it. PLUS, I did it in UNDER the time that Google Maps told me that it would take to walk it- 49 minutes according to Google Maps and I did it in 45 (which included a stop to watch a lady train her dog to herd sheep).

Are any of you doing the 101 in 1001 challenge? If so, let me know so I can follow your progress. My friend Kimmie and I are doing it together, so we are challenging each other as to what we will put on our lists. It’s a fun project and you have 1001 days.

March 15, 2011

Coffee and Friends

Filed under: Gratitude,Home,Life — gardener @ 10:24 am

I was sleeping late this morning (due to the fact that it took me forever to fall asleep- partially in fact because I was watching a movie- The Reader) when my I heard the familiar ‘ding’ from my iPhone letting me know that I had a text. It was Desere, wanting to know if she could come over for coffee. I hadn’t talked to her in a few days and since I’m generally up for having people stop in for coffee any time, I told her to come on!

I pulled out my new coffee grinder and ground some of the Starbucks Casi Cielo beans that I have. Not only do I love the taste of freshly ground coffee, I also love the way it smells. Pure bliss! After a little walk with JJ and allowing him a little playtime with a Jack Russell, who seemed to have a crush on him- I brewed the coffee and waited.

We had quite a bit to talk about, so it was great to catch up. Right now- Marcel is doing the dishes, which allows me to catch up on my blogging. I have also started my list for 101 things in 1001 days- which I’ll be sharing when it’s complete. I should have it done for the April 1st kick-off and am already pretty sure what the first thing to check off the list will be- (More on that later).

I’m so grateful for the friends in my life- without them-my life would be not nearly as enriched.

March 14, 2011

New Project- 101 Things

Filed under: 101 in 1001 days,Food for Thought,Gratitude — gardener @ 12:21 pm

I recently came across the Day Zero Project where you can create a list of 101 things that you would like to do in 1001 days. I thought it sounded like an interesting project, so in the next few weeks I’ll be compiling my list and hopefully start checking things off that list as early as April.

I will be sharing the list, and then as I actually ‘do’ things on that list- I’ll share (hopefully with a picture) and more information about the actual ‘thing I’ve checked off’. I think it’s a fun project and also think it will be interesting to see how it all comes together. I would love for you to join me (and many others) in this journey. Please be sure to let me know if you do- so I can see what you’re 101 things are! Who knows- maybe we can cross a few things off our list together!

More on this coming very soon-

March 13, 2011

Potatoes are of the Devil

Filed under: Food,Life — gardener @ 10:34 am

I just ate a bowl of mashed potatoes with caramelized onions, steamed zucchini and a tiny piece of grilled chicken breast for dinner.   It’s suffice to say that most of the dinner consisted of the potatoes.  I love them and thought it would be my way of saying goodbye to them since I’m cutting them out of my life for a while starting tomorrow (because I can’t resist them).   That ‘goodbye’ has left me sluggish feeling and sleepy.   Can you say carb overload?  Ughhh- I knew bettter.   The devil made me do it… haha

March 12, 2011

Saturday Smiles

Filed under: Gratitude,Inspiration,Things I Love — gardener @ 7:34 am

After waking up to a cloudy morning- the sun has broken through and as I type this- is shining on my shoulders. It feels great. The slowly rising temps and the sunshine have really energized and inspired me the past few days and I feel better than I have in a long time and for that, I’m extremely grateful.

Before I head off to the bathtub, I thought I’d share 5 things that make me smile today. I’d also love to hear what is bringing a smile to your face today- and every day.

5 Things that Bring a Smile to My Face Today

  • The warmth of sunshine on my shoulders.
  • Movie night tonight with Desere.
  • Clothes on the clothes-line, blowing in the wind.
  • Leftover quiche for dinner, which means no cooking!
  • Sleeping late.

March 10, 2011

Time to Stop Talking

Filed under: Food for Thought,Health/ Fitness,Life — gardener @ 10:27 am

I’ve been talking for a month now about starting my exercise program again, and what I’ve noticed is that I have a pattern of putting this off. I’m not sure why I don’t just ‘do it’, but instead find a reason why I don’t want or feel like exercising. I KNOW that I feel better and more energetic when I spend time working out and getting in some cardio time on the elliptical, but yet I find myself making excuse after excuse.

It’s time to stop talking and start doing. The road to progress begins with a single step- and it’s time I took it.

E S P

Filed under: Life — gardener @ 10:19 am

Earlier today I was chatting with my favorite (and only) brother on the phone when I received a message from Desere. She asked if she could stop by for coffee and even though today is a PJ kind of day- my answer was yes. She let me know she’d be here in a half hour and I finished talking to Matt and eventually said goodbye. He arrived at work and I had a few things I needed to get done before Desere arrived.

We talked about many things, but I asked about something that neither of us had thought about in a while. That part of the conversation was brief, but when she got home, she sent me a message asking if I had ESP. When I asked her why- she said she’d heard something about the very thing we’d mentioned in conversation. It was definitely ironic, and who knows- maybe a little ESP.

Coastal Living

Filed under: Home,In the Neighborhood,Seasons,Shop til ya Drop — gardener @ 9:20 am

It’s no secret that I talk to mom on the phone every day and in fact, most days several times a day. We are all planning a trip later this year to places that have yet to be determined but since it’s going to happen during hurricane season, diddy is looking at honda generators and thinking about replacing the one that he’s had since the late 70’s. I think he bought it right before hurricane Fredrick in 1979, so I’d say that he’s gotten his money’s worth out of it, but he said it’s definitely time for something new.

I probably would have replaced it long ago, simply because once a hurricane has hit- there are no generators to be found for a reasonable price. This will also give them peace of mind if they are away and one hits. At least then my brother or someone else in the family can take care of things without having to worry about mechanical issues. Some people think it’s premature- but it’s all part of living in the South.

March 6, 2011

Relaxation

Filed under: Life — gardener @ 1:10 pm

A little earlier this evening, I received a text from Desere asking if she could stop in for coffee. I’d just finished icing the last of the carrot cake cupcakes and was ready to sit and do nothing- so told her to come on. I brewed two cups for her and poured a huge glass of water for myself. I’d already had several cups of coffee today and the last thing I needed was more if I plan to sleep tonight.

I haven’t seen her in a while, so it was good to sit face-to-face and catch up. Now- I’m tapping out a few lines and then headed to the bath for some relaxation before Marcel gets home. The sunshine has made a definite difference in my mood, and hope it sticks around for a while.

Time to Soar

Filed under: Food for Thought,Health/ Fitness,Life's Little Hiccups — gardener @ 12:10 pm

Probably the highlight of my weekend is the fact that the sun has been shining. I know- something simple, yet something that has made such a huge difference in how I feel. I’m finding myself with more energy, even though I know that I need to start exercising and eating well on a regular basis. I was doing ok- but things took a southerly turn recently. Tomorrow is a new day and I find myself with new-found inspiration and energy. I’m not ready to start swinging from the chandeliers, but I know that every good choice is a step in the right direction. I’ve been getting the rest that I need, now it’s time to start soaring.

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