Just a glimpse

I've been asking my sister to document a strength training workout for me for ages now. She's refused thus far because she didn't want to be the "crazy" in the gym holding the camera. I reassured her that no one would notice or think she was pervy! :) Well, maybe they might...after all she a bit pervy! JK!!!!!

This photo was added by request of the photographer, Margarita. I swear looking at this picture is like looking at me when I was a little girl. I haven't changed much. Is that a good or bad thing?

And the planks begin. Notice I'm still smiling....

Plank pain is mildly starting to settle on my muscles, but I'm still good.

Push Up holds! Blah! Double Blah!
Chadwick, I HAAAAAAATTTTTTTTEEEEE these!!!
He'd usually have me do about 4 sets at 45 seconds each set or until he'd notice all my muscles were shaking from the agony of holding this dang position.
Actually, this photo is me cheating. I should've been about 6 inches from the ground.

Another request from the photographer. She loves her great lighting.

I love this shot! I'm working my lower abs here.

So glad baby girl got this camera. I just wish she'd be OK with letting me behind the lens. I was stretching my legs out here!
Oh, that reminds me!!! A serious complaint to my gf's out there!! why didnt anyone tell me my butt was so HUGE!!! Really?! I'll have to post a post of non post-able pictures because i was NOT ok with some full body shots!

Back to the floor. I promise you...I could NEVER train with Margarita in the gym. She's forever making me laugh. I can't help it! I can't control myself around her!

Ok, fast forward a bit...I've been at it for a while now. Notice anything different?! In case you haven't noticed. I'M NOT SMILING!!!

This is me counting down the seconds. I'm in the zone.... I remember when I'd get to this place and try to mentally escape Chadwick would say "Marce, hey! Focus. Come back to me....you can't get out of this just be here and own it"

Almost done....

Haha!! this picture is so funny. I don't even know why. She's such a distraction.

Thanks for stopping by! Like I said this was just about 15-20 minutes of an hour and half of torture. It's so great to know that only God can totally take the credit for this.

Smile!

These photos have one thing in common, they all make me smile. Totally random but I took pictures from my folders from January to March of 2007-2009. These are just a minor sample of all that makes my heart swell. God has been sooooo good!

Pictured Here: Jeff - my brother, Scott, Mike and Brent.
Favorite part of the picture - check out the background!

Cookie and Jeff couldn't make a cuter couple.

Pegs, Myself and Shaynie! I dont even know what we were laughing about here.

Counldn't get this photo to flip but this seriously makes me laugh!!!!

Nick and Chadwick. Love the "ghetto white boys". Wasn't Nick totally Mr. T that night?

Sweet, Sweet women posted here are Ren and Cheramie aka "mimi"

Does Roddey look mad? HAHA! He just got a bath and this is me pulling up his ears for the photo. Bad, bad, bad mommy! It's ok, Rico Love!

Sara's Socks.

My sister was making me laugh so hard here! She was saying "give me a sexy smile" I can't do sexy, sorry mama! YOU'RE SO EMBARASSING but I still love you!

Sara, D and myself last Valentine's Day.

Parker Poo Poo wearing my long hair. This pictures makes me smile and gives me the willies all at the same time!

Ren at Babe's! She's so cute! Check out the poor horse's front leg!

The women I do life with!

Dane!!!! I miss you most of all!!

Decisions...Decisions....

March 7th is going to be a buuuusssssssy day.

There's a contest being hosted at North Lakes this Saturday called BENCH THIS. For the most part only men enter and compete but I thought it would be fun to see where I rank. At the very least I'd take home some prize for out benching the handful of chicas that entered. BUT!!!! This coming Saturday is the first day of a 6 week Basic Belly Dancing series at Blue Anjou. AHHH!!! Bench This vs. Belly Belly Belly Dancin'
What to do???

Random Today

* Working is flowing well. My boss handed me a pretty good account. Exciting!

* I was craving Hannah's for lunch.
I haven't been there since the menu change. Seriously, missing the old menu. I can't remember now exactly what I miss but something has been missing in my life since she's changed it up. What was it? I cant remember. I felt like having a "sammich" I had the guy read off the options over the phone and two caught my attention. My choices came down to the Rubin or Cuban? I never ever crave either but today I wanted to divert from my usual girlie stuff. I went with the Cuban Press. Yummm. I still have half if anyone is interested....as well as their famous crunchy waffle fries and Hannah's sauce! Will someone please tell me what's in that sauce?!

*while driving down the square I thought of Nick A. For some reason I run into him all over Denton. I once saw him a stop light and texted him with "heeeey, I'm watching you." Not creepy at all, huh? LOL He then starts looking around for someone who might be watching him. I laughed so hard because he looked so paranoid. He nicely return texts with "I'm sorry. Who is this?" more laughter continues as I realize that I had just changed my number and he's clueless as to who might be texting him. As I drive by him I honk my horn and wave. I see the light go off in his head when he realizes it was me and he mouths "ooooohhhhh".

*Thinking of Nick A. made me think of another man, we'll call him Barry, who I also that run into often around Denton. He's really sweet but when he gets to chatting you'll seriously stand there for at least 30 minutes. I feel awful but the fact that he doesn't pick up on body language cues that indicate that I need to go just makes the conversation painful and awkward. I hate to admit this but I once had to hide behind a row of books at the University library just to avoid the conversation. I feel awful about admitting that.

*While heading back to the office with my cute little Hannah's take out box I heard 'Wild Thing' on the radio. I was singing to my heart's delight when I noticed the man next to me singing the same song. We both just smiled at each other and continued to singing, except now we were singing to each other, well until the light turned green.

*I bought the cutest blue flowy dress this weekend! I'll have my sister take photos soon. That dress makes me feel sooo pretty! Don't you just love clothes that make you feel that way?

* I heard the coolest thing too. Ok, didn't actually hear it as much as I read it in the book I'm digging through, Lady in Waiting. The author said something so simply profound. The delivery will be messy but essentially she was saying that only Jesus can fully complete. Which is such a duh! moment but how often have we spent time just spinning our wheels in the insanity cycle not believing that? She also then said our help mates aren't there to complete us but to COMPLEMENT us. They're supposed to draw our better qualities and us theirs but not heal the brokenness within us. Healing is business best left for our creator.

*My heart is so happy today. Everyday I can see God's mighty hand guiding and leading me toward his will. I can also see how He's also been protecting me, even from myself, in the realm of relationships.

Wearing "THE JEANS"

I wanted to try out this new top with "the jeans". "The Jeans" are THAT pair that are most unforgiving. The pair that say "it's not ok that you downed an entire pizza - even if it was all veggies". This particular pair of jeans aren't so crazy tight that I can't breathe but tight enough that I have to invoke perfect posture or I'll get the dressed muffin top. Before leaving the house this morning I took off these jeans and put a more comfy pair of black slacks. I felt better and less constricted but on the other hand I felt like a total cheater. I'm not masochistic but I think that today I needed to be reminded that it's not ok to have been as out of control as I was last week. So, I wear these jeans to remind that self control needs to be back in full effect. I also wear these jeans to remind me that I'm not feeling so cute today. Don't get me wrong I'm looking FOXY :) but because these jeans aren't as lose as they once were ....soooo I'm not feeling cute as I hoped for.

Maybe I'll go workout during lunch. It'll at least give me an excuse to change!! A good 4-5 hours of waistline torture seem like enough payback. Don't you?

For some reason I can I hear Kourt laughing at me. I don't know why! :)

This Little Monster Needs a Home

One of our neighbors found him under a car. His current name is Rowdy as he's so anti rowdy and more mellow. Can you resist that face? He's looking for a good home. Could that be you? hmmmmm??? 

We believe he's gotta be a chow mix, as his gums and tongue are black. He'll be a bigger dog but most likely not huge.  

Check it out, even when he's being squished to death my this tiny tot he's totally chill. 

Contact me via, comment, email, or call me if you're interested.  

 

It's Sugarlumps and Business Time

Ok, *huge exhale* I've been debating if I should post this on my blog because it's certainly not for the faint of heart or for some of pure and sweet friends. View discretion is highly advised!!

For those who know me closely y'all will not even be surprised to see the following videos. I hope you enjoy them! Kourt, I hoped you waited to view these here and not on youtube!

Thanks to Uyen for affirming the crazy in my head by introducing me to Sugar Lumps. I haven't grown tired of watching this dang video and I watch it at least once a day. How many weeks has it been? HAHA! It's also equally sad that both David and I know all the words to this dang song! I hear that David sings this song to his wife.



This here is Business Time - I have no words but it's awesome! Let me know what you think! The "turning it into a sexy dance" part is my favorite!

To Dance or Not to Dance?

I can already see my sister rolling her eyes because she knows....Ooooooh, does she know that I'm forever and always dancing around our apartment. So, Mama be forewarned... there's gonna be a been a bunch of shaking and moving in the next few weeks. I can't wait!! HAHAHA

Classes start next Thursday night at Blue Anjou in Lewisville. I'm so excited!

Check out this video. I couldn't take my eyes off this woman. Sorta like being hypnotized by a cobra...


P.S. Nicole.... don't even say what you're thinking about saying. Keep it in your head!

And Kourt's response.....

As I knew she would have something to say about and here's her response to last night's meal.

Kourt writes:

Thank you Jesus that I resisted that cheese! At least looking at the info for Zuppa Tuscana made me a feel a tiny bit better (minus salt!). When I got home last night a friend stopped by and asked me if I wanted to go on a walk. We walked to the square and back and then around TWU for 2 hours…. After that meal I should have walked for 3!!!!!!!!!

My response:

I too felt so guilty for the meal that I headed out my door for a hike around campus (TWU) with my boy in tow. He didn't know what happened to him. We walked in the direction up the hill on Bell and lemme tell you my buns were burning!!! I almost ran over these little student girls that were in my way too! I couldn't stop this moving train! :) Speaking of moving train...As I was passing Stark Hall this cute little freshman guy says "hey, what a cute puppy". I gave him a brief smile but kept on walking full force. However, in my head I was thinking "Hey-hey now. Lemme show you my cute little puppy, papi!" HAHA! But, I was on a mission to burn off those dang sticks!!! When we got home Roddey drank his fill of water and laid at my feet for the rest of the night. That's what I"m talking about! Poor lil guy... his momma beat the mess out of him with a power walk. Atleast, he only woke me up once last night for a potty break.

Was it worth it?

A few of us got together last night for dinner at Olive Garden. While sharing a meal together we often find ourselves picking off of each other's plates as well. Sara, my sharp witty+beautiful girl, ordered 5 cheese Ziti. I tried to be good and got the Zuppa Toscana, but I have to admit the the bread sticks ate my lunch!

At the end of the meal Renatta starts to hand her left over shrimp to Kourtney, I'm handing my soup to Mita and Sara is handing her left over Ziti my way. Actually, all that was left on Sara's plate was this delicious gooey cheesy mess. (P.S. I love cheese) I had a good spoonful of the cheesy mess and set it aside. 5 minutes later more cheese is calling my name so I go in for another spoonful. Yummy!!! It was soft and crispy all at the same time! Burnt cheese!! yeah!

This morning I'm tracking my points when I remembered that I hadn't counted my two bites of Sara's dish AND!!! I just about hit the floor when I saw the nutritional information.

Here's an email that went out to the ladies that were there last night.
Subject: OMG!!!!
Text:
looking up nutritional value for last night's dinner.




Sara's Five Cheese Ziti still has my mouth watering


UNTIL!!!!!!

Please click on the link below to see what has left me in a state of OMG'ness!
http://www.olivegarden.com/menus/garden_fare/nutrition_information.asp

Sent to: Margarita, Sara, Renatta, Kourtney, Cheramie
Reply from Sara: I really didn’t need that information – thanks…
Reply from Mita: ouch!!! Hurts doesn't it! ;)
Reply from Cheramie: What the HECK!!! The food was sooo good, but worth almost a whole days worth of calories :( Can we pretend it doesn't?!?!
Kourtney hasn't read her email but I'm sure she'll have plenty to say about it!
Renatta is a sweet spirit...she'll most likely just laugh at us. Thanks, Ren.

Post Workout Vlog

There was another preworkout video to go along with this one but it was taking way to long to upload. So, here's the post workout recap.

The Rozell's have ANOTHER BOY!!

I just got wind that Emily and Clay Rozell had their baby last night. Rev's officially a big brother now! I wonder which of the Rozell women will add the first baby girl to the Rozell clan of men.

You can check out photos here on Emily's friend's blog or visit Emily's blog here.

From the Inside Out

If you've never heard this song before I encourage you to pay extra attention to the lyrics.
This is my prayer for today.

100 Truths About Me

Ok, I've been tagged (AGAIN) and in return I'm tagging the following: Mita, Ren, Sara, Uyen, Pegs and Kendra. First 4 ladies post on the ANAYA blog. :) thanks! You better do it too!

[1.]Real Name - yes, I have one....

[2.] Like It? – Yes. It sorta sounds regal.

[3.] Single or Taken? - I don't like this question...I'm single.

[4.] Zodiac Sign - don't do zodiac

[5.] Male or Female? - last I checked I was still female

[6.] Elementary School? – George Evans Elementary - I still can't believe my parents would let me walk to school alone!! G. Evans was and still is located in the CC hood.

[7.] Middle School? – Haas Middle School

[8.] High School – Richard King - GO MUSTANGS!!!!

[10.] Hair color? - I don't want to talk about it! Shut it, Mita!! And, Uyen, stop laughing!

[11.] Eye Color – dark brown

[12.] Hair Length - just a tad below my shoulders

[13.] Current Worry? - ugh! don't even going to go there....

[14.] Weight – 325 lbs
Oh, yeah weekend update: I gained 1.2 lbs last week. It could've been the gummie bears or the pint of ice cream or the incredible amount of sugar I consumed.... I'm an emotional eater and last week was semi emotional but this week I'm getting better and forgetting as each day goes by. I'll be down at least 3 lbs this next week, just wait and see.

[15.] Are You A Health Freak? - Sometimes.

[16.] Height – 5'7 - Pegs, I didn't shrink! You just got taller.

[17.] Do You Have A Crush On Someone? Yes, I do and he gets on my last nerve!

[18.] Do You Like Yourself? - for the most part, yes.

[19.] Any Piercings? - yes.

[20.] Any Tattoos?- nope.

[21.] Righty or Lefty? - righty


***FIRSTS***

[22.] First Surgery? – never have had the need

[23.] First Piercings? - Ears

[24.] First Best Friend- I can't remember....Maybe Jessica Menchaca. I was in kinder when we had our very first sleep over. I remember dancing under the strobe light to some Michael Jackson song. I used to be a moonwalk master...perhaps the cutest chubby moon walker you've ever laid eyes on. hahaha!

[25.] First Award? – I can't remember - i'm sure it was in swimming or maybe good behavior dork award in school.

[26.] First Sport? -gymnastics

[27.] First Pet? – ChaCha - my mom's beloved Pekepoo.

[28.] First Vacation? –I'm sure it was to Merida.

[29.] First Teacher? – My Mom.



[30.] First Crush? –haha!! It 1st grade and it was this little boy named George or was it Sammy? He was a twin (I got them confused) and had one brown eye and one green eye and was so incredibly soft spoken and sweet. He offered to take my books and walk me to the bus when I sprained my ankle doing a hand stand during recess. I wonder what happened to him.

[31.] First big birthday? All my birthdays are done big!

***THIS OR THAT***
[32.] Orange or Apple Juice? neither really... I wish chocolate milk was an option.

[33.] Rock or Rap? - Probably Rock.

[34.] Country or Screamo? Country

[35.] N'Sync or Backstreet Boys? - New Kids on the Block

[36.] Britney Spears or Christina Aguilera? - Aguilera but the non dirty version is best :)

[37.] Night or Day? depends on who I'm with and what I'm doing. Early morning gardening, swimming, working. Late night movies, quiet time, conversations, and reading.

[38.] Sun or Moon? - Early Sun and Dark Moon.

[39.] TV or Internet? - Internet

[40.] PlayStation or Xbox? - i dont know!! Does it matter?

[41.] Kiss or Hug? – it depends on who's sharing the love.

[42.] Iguana or Turtle? - Turtles! I rescued this little (OK, not to little guy) from the middle of the road. The guys in my office still can't understand why I start to hyperventilate when I come across a tiny frog but totally OK with picking this sucker up with my bare hands...I know I'm a hot mess!


[43.] Spider or Bee? - i'm ok with both bugs don't freak me out.

[44.] Fall or spring? - Fall! Although, last spring was pretty wild! Remember this last March?! The perks of house sitting!! I had the unfortunately privilege of have this house all to myself that week!



[45.] Limewire or iTunes? – iTunes.

[46.] Chocolate or Vanilla? - depends on my mood.

[47.] Soccer or Baseball? - =) Baseball booty and soccer player legs...oh wait, sorry! :) I'd rather watch soccer live and I couldn't stomach watching a baseball on TV. But over all I'd stand dripping in rain to watch a Rugby Match. *wink wink* This is Craig Smith. I can't remember which team he plays for but I'm almost certain he's Scottish. He's not exactly cute in this picture but still check out how many men he's draggin behind him!
[48.] Hot or Cold? - I'd rather be cold than hot any day. If it's hot then be forewarned....I better be near a body of water. In other ways - I like my tea iced in the summer and hot in the winter. I'll generally go with anything cold over hot.

***CURRENTLY**

[49.] Eating? - ice - the remnants of a Braums Root beer

[50.] Drinking? – water

[51.] I'm about to? –smack my sister

[52.] Listening to? – I AM by Eddy James and my sister retarded version of the song

[53.] Plans for today? – yes. i always have plans.

[54.] Waiting for? - GOD!!!

***FUTURE***

[55.] Want Kids? - yes. maybe. i dont know!!! most likely yes, but the older i get the less of a possibility that becomes.... I used to want 2-4. I'd love to have all boys.

[56.] When? - When? well, should i ever get married kids might hit the radar....so, that's when...

[57.] Marriage? - Yes.

[58.] When? - Really?....seriously?! I hate this question!

[59.] Where Do You Want To Live? – If my sister moves to NYC I'll be headed to Seattle!! :)

[60.] How Many Kids? – 2 or 4. Even though I'd love to have all boys should God bless me with a daughter I'd hope we could keep trying until we had at least 2 daughters...it would be so sad for a lone daughter to grow up without a sister. I'd die without mine.

[61.] Any Name on the Mind? - oh, this is so sick! Ok, for a girl I love the name Daniella Naomi, I'd call her Danni. And if it's a boy I like the name Matteo, he'd be called Matt. I love the combination of Spanish/English names.

[62.] What Did You Want To Be When You Were Little? – a lawyer.

[63.] What Do You Think You'll Really Be Doing?- haha... I'm doing it! I LOVE my job. However, this is what my heart looks like.


I'm still holding out on Texas Waterbabies.

[64.] Something You Would Never Try? – I try to never say never...God is funny about having us face our "never evers"

[65.] When Do You Want to Die? – I'm not worried about death. When my time is up, it's up. I'll be headed home.

***HAVE YOU EVER? ***

[78.] Drank Bubbles? – sure? I don't know how to answer this...

[79.] Lost Glasses/ Contacts? – No. I don't lose many things.

[80.] Climbed Up A Tree? - Yeah, but then had to scream for my dad to come get me down.

[81.] Broken Someone's Heart? - Unfortunately, yes.

[82.] Had your heart broken? Yes.

[83.] Ran away from home? yes, I was about 3-4 years old. I got mad at my mom because she wouldn't let me sleep with my hair lose. She was a braiding fanatic! So, I pitched a fit and said i wanted to leave and go stay grandma's house. I hardly even know my grandparents and my grandmother used to scare the day lights out of me...she was so grumpy!! I was there for about 5 minutes before I decided that I missed my family. I called my dad and he came and got me. Needless to say my went to bed with braided hair that night.

[84.] Been Arrested? – Nope.

[85.] Liked A Friend As More Than A Friend? yes and I'd rather forget that entire ordeal. Actually had it not been for him I would've never moved 8 hours away from home. So, I guess it all worked out in the end. He and I are still good friends.


***DO YOU BELIEVE IN***

[86.] Yourself--Yes

[87.] Miracles? – Yes

[88.] Love at First Sight – I dont think so...maybe lust at first sight. Well, I take that back. I've met some babies that I've loved at first sight but never a man.

[89.] Santa Claus? - who's that?

[92.] God? – Yes!

***ANSWER TRUTHFULLY***
[93.] Is There Someone You Want To Be With Right Now? - Yes.

[94.] Do You Like Someone? - Yes, but like I said he gets on my nerves and I'm currently waiting on God. I have a sneaky suspicion I'm going to be waiting for a long time.

***LASTS***
[95.] Received/Sent Text Message – yes. I text. The conversation went sorta something like this:
Uyen: The red bean mochi is delicious
Marcy: You don't have to remind me. I should've purchased them all.
Uyen: We can always go back.
Marcy: You're the devil!
Uyen: What? Who? Me? :)

[96.] Received Call - Santiago

[97.] Call Made? – Kourtney

[98.] Comment on Facebook? – Umm. i dunno!

[99.] Missed Call? - Dad. Ok, so it wasn't so much as missed but ignored! ;) I WAS BUSY!!

[100.] Person You Hung out with? – Nicole, Margo, Regina, Chris & Cristela

Pup Party

I know it's going to sound ridiculous but a few friends and I got together on Saturday to celebrate the birth of our two pups, Roddey and Nikki (the furry ones). I haven't had a chance to scan some of their puppy pictures so you'll have to wait for a re post.

Here are a few shots of the night.

Standing: Cristel with Bear & Chocolata
Nicole: In the hot Jim Beam hat with Nikki
Myself: with Parker (sister's dog) and Roddey

The Birthday Pups

Nicole and Margo with Nikki

I love puppies!

Video Blog - Espisode #1

Ok, this is my first attempt with video blogging. Don't hate! ;) And, some comments would be nice too!! Actually, let me rephrase....some nice comments especially from all my smart@#% friends out there. You know exactly who you are.

Bra Talk

During lunch I went to Lane Bryant. I've been in need of some new bras both for every day sexy wear and for the gym. Sports bras cause the dreaded uni boob and I was hoping to remedy that with something less unattractive.

So, I ask the sales woman to help fit me for a new bra. She takes my measurements and tells me that I'm a 48 DDD!!! I just stared at her for a second and asked her to kindly remeasure me. She explained the science of bra fitting to me like I was a moron and went to suggest a few bras for me to try on. Now, as women we all know that not all bras are created equal. I've once tried wearing a demi cup and that was "my size" and I promise that thing was like 4 sizes toooooo small because I could hardly keep the girls contained and to top it off - it wasn't exactly an attractive look either. Unless, the hooker look is back in? I dunno maybe in some states.

Here's a picture of a demi cup. You'll notice that there's nothing covering the upper area.... seriously so much can go wrong with all the flesh just hanging out there!


I was also made aware that Lane Bryant is now offering bra extensions. Did you ever hear of such a thing?! These extenders will add anywhere from 2"-4" per bra. You can purchase 3 for $8.00. So, that makes me wonder...If I purchased a 44 or 46 bra would I still wear the same cup? I don't get it because according to the bra science a cup is the difference between the bra line and the fullest part of the breast. Wouldn't that change the cup size some?

Soooooooo, I find a few bras to test my skepticism. One of the bras I tested was a 46C and when I tried it out it fit perfectly around the rib cage but the cup seemed like it was still to large. I called in a new sales lady into my dressing room and ask her to remeasure me. She did and we found that now I was a 48DD. Seriously?!?! I've dropped a cup size (yay!) but I'm standing before her in a 46C. She couldn't give me any answers.... I need answers! I'm so confused.

Thus far this has been my favorite bra for everyday wear but naturally they didn't have my size in the store and I can't exactly wear this bra to the gym because it's way to pretty for sweaty use and once the under wire snaps it becomes a death trap!

The madness of being a woman..... I laugh thinking about my first training bra. It was yellow and had little smurfs on it. haha so embarrassing now that I think about it!

Banter & Dan's Silverleaf

Posted below are a few seconds of Amanda Shires on fiddle and Rod (always forget his last name...) they were playing at Dan's Silver Leaf last night.
What a perfect location!! I got the have two tempura fish taco's at Fuzzy's before heading off to see them perform next door. What a night!! Have I mentioned how much I like those tacos?!



Uyen and bf Colby (above) and Sara, Myself, Ren ....really Ren!?!?!, and Uyen (below)

Before headed off to Fuzzy's or Dan's, Sara and I met up at Banter for a little date. We were talking and having a great time when a college guy came and sat next to us. He made no effort to conceal that he was listening and laughing with our conversation. I noticed that he was meticulously cutting out pieces of a pretty pink shirt so I asked "what are you making?" He said he smiles and proudly says "Oh, I'm making a D*CK for a my friend's birthday tomorrow" Sara and I both busted our laughing. It might have been on the shock of it all but we sat there and listened to him go on and on about how he was going make this penis pillow with all the trimmings for his friend's birthday party. So, odd... but then again we do live in Denton.

Biking Fiasco!

I was supposed to swim Wednesday after work. I also had dinner plans with a friend at 7pm. Kourtney (occasional workout buddy) called and wanted to get together for a ride or walk in our beautiful North Texas sunshine. Plans for my swim were changed for a 4 mile ride out at the Greenbelt.

Can I just tell you how much I don't like cycling? I know that for most triathletes it's the swimming that causes anxiety. In this case my anxiety comes from cycling. Ahhhhh! My first Tri is April 19th in McKinney, TX and I don't think I'm ready for it. The swimming portion will literally take me like 5-10 minutes. And, it's because it's an open water swim I might have to swim on the outside which will increase my meters but will help me get away and ahead of the crowd and also avoid those who don't know better! and the 2 miles will be ok, too. it's just the cycling!

Ok, back to the fiasco. I get home, quickly change, grab my camelbak and try to fill it with water but I couldn't untwist the cap!!! The last time I went for a longer ride I went with a friend and I distinctly remember him filling my camelbak and for me he must've added some extra monkey grip strength to his twist cause I couldn't get the dang thing open!!! I should've known then that this ride wasn't going to go well. So, I was slightly irritated and worried about not having water available. But never mind that and fast forward a bit...

Kourt and I get to the Greenbelt, we're unloading our bikes from the back of my Rodeo but because my upper body was so tired and sore from Tuesday night's strength training I felt like such a wimp when i couldn't lift her bike and get it untangled from mine. Just a mess. OK, so now my bike is finally out of my truck and upside down on the floor before me, I needed to reattach my front tire.

Tire is now in place and ready to go but I can't seem to get the lever down and locked that holds the front tire in place. Again, feeling wimpy and lacking monkey grip strength and reaching exasperation because the sun is about to set in less than an hour and I have to get my cardio in and I still had to get home and sorta change before meeting a friend for dinner. As you might have guessed I was a bit stressed about nothing at all! Well, other than the sun setting...I wouldn't want to be caught out on the Greenbelt after the sunsets. Although, it's beautiful it's a bit shady at night, or so I would imagine. Seriously, any loon could be out there in the woods just waiting to pounce on two unsuspecting females.

We're finally on the trail and have been for about 20-30 minutes when I begin to feel like something is "off". I can't put my finger on it but I know that something is missing. We're headed down a minor hill when I suddenly realize that I FORGOT to attach my breaks!!!! I mean we weren't going super fast but still fast enough that should I have needed my breaks and not had them available I could've been injured. We ended up slowing down and I was able to drag my feet a bit before stopping.

Now, breaks are fixed and we're ready to go again when I hop up on the bike and the pointy part of my anatomically correct bike seat literally stabs me in a place that should NEVER be stabbed.The insanity of it all! When it was all said and done we made it back before the sun totally set and it was an ok workout with the exception that my girly parts hurt so badly today. For those of you who cycle will you please throw me a bone and help me out here!?!? This kinda discomfort can't be normal.

Oh, and to top everything off while getting our bikes adjusted in my car I turned my handle bars a certain way and heard a loud popping noise. I realized that when i jerked the tired around to fit Kourt's bike on top of mine I busted my break line all together! Maybe this is a sign from God???

Here's my torture device loaded in my Rodeo.

PS my birthday is in October. I'm expecting a bike rack from those of you who love me. That means all y'all! :)

Good News All Around

I couldn't be happier for Jordan and Justin!
They're ENGAGED!!!!
Looks like Justin's "groupie" gets to forever take center stage now.

AND....more great news!
Kim & Beau are having a baby!!!
"Pumpkin" is only 12 weeks old.

New Rule!

I got this email from my accountability partner today.
She's so harsh!! But, that's why I love her.

Uyen write:
OK, I'm starting a new rule, new policy if you will.
Since you're not tracking your points, I'm gonna make it hurt.
The 1st day you do not track your points, you owe me $1. The second day in a row you don't track your points, you owe me $2. Third day, $3.
SOOOO, the longer you don't track, the bigger the fine you have to pay.
I'll be expecting payments each Monday at home group.

Where I am today....
It's been a busy couple of days.

I've been feeding my mild misery with sugar. I want something so badly but it's not within God's timing to give it to me....so I continue hoping and praying while He continues to fix my heart.

Lady in Waiting is chapping my hide as is today's Daily Bread sent to me by a friend via email.

We're currently remodeling our office. Lots of noise. Lots of people in and out. Lots of dust. Lots of 80's music happening out there too. I'll be fine as long as I don't hear "We Built this City on Rock n' Roll" I seriously don't like that song.

I'll be getting a new office soon. I'm excited about decorating it but I'm also worried that with this new HUGE building our tight knit working family will be too far apart. I have loved the closeness of us working together these last 3 years.

I'm looking forward to working out tonight. After a minor disagreement Monday afternoon with a "friend" of sorts I didn't feel like working out at all let alone go to small group. However, after pounding the pavement for a good 30-45 minutes my heart both emotionally and physically felt better.

Thinking about creating a video blog to add here but not sure what I should begin with. Any suggestions? P.S. The answer is NO! No, I'm not showing off my African Dance Techniques so don't even ask!! You know who you are!

Today is my little guy's birthday! He's 8 years old! That's a lot of doggie years btw. I'll post pictures of him later.

Post Workout

Chadwick called me around 4pm and asked if I was ready for the routine. He's currently going to resume training remotely. Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday's are my strength training days.  The new routine was all that I expected. Full Body conditioning began today starting with a warm up, his infamous stretching, core, chest, back, shoulders, legs and arms. 

I expected to get harassed by the staff upon my arrival and true to form when I walked in one of the guys yells  "MARCELA!!!!! dang, girl it's about time! It's been pretty quiet around here!" It's so nice to be missed. I have to admit that I haven't actually set foot in the gym since mid to late December. Today was a good day to tear some muscles and burn some fat. 

After stretching I tackled 4 sets of 45 second planks/squats. I didn't give myself a break but went from one to the other back to back until it was done. Got my heart rate a up bit but not nearly as high as when I do push ups or chest exercises. I don't know why that is... While beginning my second set of seated rows one of the trainers sees me through the glass and make a B line for me. No mercy. Her first question "where have you been?" After a few minutes of chit chat she heads off to meet with her client. Not shortly after restarting my set I see little Jace Burke walking in with her Mom, Lisa. She didn't notice me at first so I continued pushing myself to finish before stepping out to visit with them. I'm rounding number 9 when I hear a little tap tap on the glass. Jace now staring at me says over her shoulder "Hiiiii!!!! Mommy, I know her!!" I'm trying with all my might to focus but I don't want to rude to little Miss Jace so I smile at her and wink. She's now pressed up to the glass cupping her eyes and saying in a forced whisper "Hiii. Hiii, Miss Marcy. I can see you." She's the cutest little thing ever and quite possibly one of my most enthusiastic swimmers. 

It's now 10:30pm and while wondering how much my life has changed from last year to now I came across this picture from last February 10th. This is me shortly after a workout with Sir Chadwick. He truly enjoyed killing me dead. I vaguely remember this night too, I was so tired that I may have even fallen asleep right there on the living room floor. How's that for a good workout?