Scrap Yoga

Happy Halloween! And some wisdom...teeth!

This is also up at It Takes All Kinds

So on Friday, I had my right wisdom tooth removed. Along with that, My upper right back tooth was removed too....joy...I think not!

Today my right cheek is very swollen...I mean more than godfather swollen...it's like there is a small baseball in there. I am in pain and have been eating nothing but liquids...talk about a new way to loose weight...The Wisdom Tooth Diet!

Seriously, anything dental is worse than giving birth- They had a hard time getting the wisdom tooth out, so they took a chisel and hammer to it...talk about brain jarring. I've been doing regular salt water soaks through out the day. Isara and Tamra have been extra good which is great. And Trevis has been making me protein smoothies for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Looks like I will be missing Halloween this year...good thng we celebrated since the end of September! Have a safe one! And if you have any pointers for me and my swollen cheek, please send them my way! Pictures of Dorthy and the Spider Queen will soon follow!

Never underestimate great yoga pants!

They rock. Why? I will tell you. 

I love the wide legged ones, they actually flatter your legs.

They are comfortable and stretchy.

Black is slimming.

Look great with flip-flop, boots, or sneakers..hell, go for the heel too!

Can go with most tops; just make sure the top isn't to small, especially if you want butt coverage.

Help motivate me to work out...really, it does! Just the fact that I'm wearing them, helps me realize, oh, I better work out today!

No this is not an ad for any specific brand of yoga pants; just find a pair you like, get two and wear everday!

There ya go! My bit of ramble for the day!

What! No Disneyland pics yet???

I know!!!! But been busy with the girls and house...so this is a good thing...right?!

Hopefully by this weekend, I will have some more online. We had such a great time! We're already thinking about when we can go back!!!

Been busy working out with my friend Claudia, working in Isa's classroom, planning her b-day party (yes, we are still going to have one!) getting ready for fall, home upkeep, cleaning out the girls room, working in my studio, getting ready to revive massages again, thinking about our next trip to see my parents before they leave for India, trying to land new photo gigs, drawing and creating and spending relaxing mornings with Tamra, playing kitty-kat, and princess in the back yard!!!

Life is very busy, but very satisfying!

Anniversary Update!

Anniversary Update: Trevis and I had a great time together eating at Cool Hand Luke's. Then headed home for some movies and relaxation! It was odd not having the girls all night! We kept waiting to hear Tamra call out or Isa come in and ask for water. But we slept in!! YEAH!!! Till about 8am!  The girls had a blast at Jenny and Donna's home with their own sleepover!!! They ate a whole lot of bad (but good!) stuff and had a blast! They want to do that again for sure!!!

I can't believe I didn't take any pics! But I received these gorgeous earrings from Trevis!!! And I made him a new layout of us! I'll get pics later!

Hope everyone had a nice weekend!!!! Off to upload more to ETSY!!!

Mindful Mondays-Religious Philosophies

I just read somewhere on line where the author tagged buddhism  as a "cult" philosophy--This is so far from any cult.

I guess more than anything, I dislike any religion or group that judges and pigeon holes a religion because it's not the one they believe in.

What I love about this county is the freedom of choice. And yes, the freedom to say what you want about anything...I guess that what this author did, and what I am doing now.  But because of the authors view, I suppose I am now less likely to read the authors writings....I know...pretty narrow minded of me. It's funny how things can effect one another. Maybe later I will go back to reading the author, but it's my choice when I do.

This morning we had some nice women come to our door to discuss the bible. They handed some literature and wanted to read some scriptures. But I kindly told them we didn't have the time as my parents were getting ready to head up to Sacramento today, but I accepted the literature and wished them a good day. Isara was behind me and asked what the papers were. I told her that they were writings about the bible and a religion called Christianity. She asked why they were going to house to house. I explained they just wanted to share what they believed in. I then told her that that are many religions in the world that people believe in. It's ok to believe in different things...it's not ok to say one is better than the other. But it's important to learn because when you listen to what is being said, whether Christianity or Buddism or any other world religion, they kind of say the same philosophy...be kind, be gentle, take care of each other, work through with diligence, have patience, etc.

But again, this is my opinion. Thank goodness we here are entitled to that! I like the term religious philosophy......seems opposite and alike at the same time!

Getting re-Connected

Just uploaded about 200 pics over at flickr all on the Tahoe trip! We had such a great time last week up there! Thanks Em and Rob for the use of their home! We found a great little beach called Kiva  and went there every day for a nice cool dip in the lake! 

Raj came up too with the fam on the weekend. It was good times and memories. I love the fact that I am starting to reconnect with family and friends after an almost 2 year break. It  wasn't really a break, but I did feel unconnected to people I love, simply because I was working sooo much. Of course this is just an excuse..I let work get in the way of alot, but such is life. Always trying to find balance. But I am feeling 100% better of life right now and hope to find simple pleasures more! SImple with friends, family and myself.

I started carrying a journal again, jotting down ideas and thoughts. I used to do that all the time! Feels good to get back to the me I know and love!

Trevis and I went out last night-our first date in a long time! We went down to Pismo Beach to this great beach eatery called Hoagies-I had the best Mahi Wrap ever! We walked around the boardwalk after. It was crowded with beach goers and we marveled again at how lucky we are to live here. then up to the AG theater to watch one of the best movies I have seen in a long time...yes, it has crude, silly humor, but it made us both laugh out load...HANGOVER!  I can't believe we actually went out on a date and finally made it to the movies!!!! Must do this more often!

Off to make breakfast, fix the bike before the big Triathlon tomorrow and just enjoy the Saturday. Looking forward to catching up with friends tomorrow!

Enjoying time with the parents

It's been awhile since I last posted. Have been enjoying some well spent time with Mom and Dad and Raj and his family. We had a wonderful 4th of July weekend. Yes...10 people in a small two bedroom/1 bath home, but it was all fun and interesting!!! 

-Went to the beach

-bbq's lots

-saw the Cayucos Annul 4th of July parade-gorgeous outside-tons of people-I can't believe how huge this has become!

-played with the nephews

-went to see fireworks up in north county and have an ice cream social

-took lots of pictures

-made plans for Disney Trip!

-didn't get much sleep

Started boot camp today-more on this at RSPractice.

Need to upload pictures, so more to come on that later.

Feeling creative and need to finish the shed with Mom so I can get to it!

Heading out to the library today-must get new books!!!  I love our little local library!

So sorry to hear about Jenny's granddad passing away-my thoughts are with you.

Affirmations

According to the dictionary, Affirmations is the following:

af⋅fir⋅ma⋅tion

  [af-er-mey-shuhn] 

–noun

1.	the act or an instance of affirming; state of being affirmed.

2.	the assertion that something exists or is true.

3.	something that is affirmed; a statement or proposition that is declared to be true.

4.	confirmation or ratification of the truth or validity of a prior judgment, decision, etc.

5.

Law. a solemn declaration accepted instead of a statement under oath. It is a great feeling when things align in the world and one is affirmed about a major decision they have made.  So I have made such a choice. And with the support of my husband, my family, and friends, I have resigned from my job, with my last day June 19th. It has been a challenging two years, one filled with lessons, growth, and change. I look forward to new beginnings and finding myself again. Even more, I look forward to creating our home the way we intended, creating rituals and family traditions, and living simply, mindful, and with purpose. Since I made the decision about two weeks ago, and let my work know, everyday has been filled with little signs that, in a way, give me that pat on the shoulder, letting me know...I done good! It may be a song on the radio (Boston comes to mind), a conversation with friends, a look from Trevis, the way my girls now react, and more so, it's my feeling I have of a weight lifted. I still intend to make these last few weeks, good hard working ones. But the real hard work is up ahead into the relatively unknown. I do feel a sense of reality along with my renewed optimism...that's a good thing...hopefully less naive! The one thing that is constant that you can always rely on...change. Not sure who said that, but they hit the nail on the head. Cheers to new beginnings and hard decisions that must be made. Listen to your intuition and gut, they really do speak well as long as we can listen!

HAPPY!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUSTIN...TWO YEARS OLD!!!

HAPPY SCRAPBOOKING DAY!!!

HAPPY IT'S MAY!

HAPPY TO BE HOME WITH THE FAMILY!

HAPPY TO HAVE THE HOT TUB WORKING!

HAPPY FOR THE HIGHSCHOOL MUSICAL SERIES  (I'M A CRAZY FAN!)

HAPPY FOR DIGITAL SCRAPBOOKING AND ALL THOSE LOVELY KITS OUT THERE !!

HAPPY TO HAVE MY BIKE!

WHAT ARE YOU HAPPY FOR?

Calling India

Hello Uncles, Aunties, Cousins,Nieces, Nephews,  Mom and Dad!!

Been thinking about you all lately, and just so glad Raj and I made the visit when we did. 

Feel free to please comment on this blog...it is free and it would be great to know that someone is reading it!!!

Just kidding...but really, it would be nice to know!

All jokes aside, I love the internet and all it can bring together. I feel like connections have been made on our trip there, and I don't want them to be disconnected...so please email me and Raj, comment on this blog, let us know what is going on with you all!!!

I had a nice conversation with Mom tonight. She told me all about her travels with her family and the shared memories of Ba and Bella. And about dad and just being a bit alone, and Vidya Foy passing away.  

Raj and I are looking forward to Mom and Dad's visit!

Mom was very talkative...(when is she not..right?)  But she had some wise words to end the conversation:

"Even if today was a hard day and difficult, tomorrow is a new day...make the best and do your best to do better...never give up....count your blessings and ask god for forgiveness, knowing you will do your best to do right."

I've been make several mistakes at work the past couple of weeks; just not thinking things through. I think I'm not very analytical, but more than that I just need to take more time to process...even when I think we are out of time or I have to make a quick decision...I need to just breathe and think things through.  I guess this really goes for everything.

Anyway, tomorrow is a new day, and I'm ready to face the consequences and move on.

It's pretty scary what is going on with the job situation for most folks here. I was representing the city at  a job fair at Cuesta College, and I was in shock by how many people were telling us how they just go laid off, or how far in their studies they are...Masters and such...but no luck finding that full time gig. So here they are at my table inquiring about the $8.15 per hour job that is temporary as a means of support.

Times are tough. It made me realize how lucky I and others are with what we have. I have been humbled and blessed.  Now I just need to stick up for myself and be aware of my decisions and the think through before acting.

But who knows what will happen?  Changes seem to happen every week. Just need to roll with it as best as possible.

Tonight, the girls and I worked out 30 hard minutes to Shred tape with Jillian Michaels. It was a great workout! Time to sleep....can you believe I'm actually sleeping by 10pm for a change!!!

-Also lost 3 pounds and Trev's blood pressure is lower.....we are determined to get healthy!!!!