Phone Calls...

I think I have made it more than clear that I hate making phone calls. I put it off until the last minute in my personal life and even at work. I just hate picking up the phone. However, over the last few months, I've tried to do it more and I've truly enjoyed the results. I've had conversations about everything - life, love, astrology, purchasing a home. Nothing makes me feel better than spending an hour or so catching up with my girls, both near and far. It may take a couple of days or weeks to get in touch but each time I hear their voice I'm reminded of our wonderful friendship. So despite not reaching my weekly goal, I'm so glad I made picking up the phone a priority. I only hope to get better at it.

“A friendship can weather most things and thrive in thin soil; but it needs a little mulch of letters and phone calls and small, silly presents every so often - just to save it from drying out completely.”
~ Pam Brown

Laugh Out Loud Moment

On my way home this evening, I was listening to the Doug Banks Show on the radio. They were talking about Kanye having a tantrum over not being offered chicken at Common's benefit concert this past weekend. blah, Blah, BLAH!

Then, they joked about Doug getting jacked for chicken!

Apparently, Doug went through a Popeye's drive-thru with the windows down, put the chicken in the passenger seat and some kids reached in, grabbed the chicken and ran. Ok, so maybe that isn't that funny but I thought of how pissed, shocked, and genuinely hurt I would be if I got jacked for some chicken. And that is hilarious!

How would you react?

WTF: 50 Cent - Baby by Me

Last night, I saw something on Twitter about 50 Cent's new song sounding like "hababaybuhbymebaybuhbeuhmillionaire." I was confused by the word jumble but didn't pay it much attention. Then this morning on my way to the gym, I heard it loud and clear. Even in my 5:30am pre-workout haze, I was certain this was the song and that it was 100% pure fuckery. I just kept wondering is this supposed to be a pick-up line or the new marriage proposal? Either way it's wack. See for yourself. Of course, it's NSFW.



Then, his website encourages you get relationship advice from 50?!? Um, no thank you. I'll pass. There are so many things wrong with this song. How many can you name? You don't even have to listen to the whole song. I know I couldn't.

TV Has Taken Over My Life!

When thinking of today's post, I kept coming up with TV shows and I wanted to get it done before the season premiers of Desperate Housewives and Brothers and Sisters. I realized that my day at home revolves around what is on TV. I don't read any more. I rarely listen to music. I don't study for my exam and I can barely get job stuff done at home. Honestly, I've never really been that productive at home but I haven't watched this much TV in a while. I think it is because I have a television in my bedroom.

In my apartment, my bedroom was reserved for sleeping and reading. There was an occasional late night movie on the laptop or lazy morning internet browsing but I didn't watch TV, pay bills, do work, etc. in my bedroom. Now almost everything I do occurs in my bedroom - TV, bills, job searching, eating, etc. There seems to be no time for reading because I'm looking for random stuff on TV or reaching for my macbook. Sleep only comes when I'm dead tired. I've got to make some changes before my brain turns to mush.

I want to put down the remote but Wife Swap, Law & Order (all 3 of them), Bridezillas, RHOA, Project Runway, Police Women of Broward County, Amazing Wedding Cakes, and True Life keep calling my name.

Television is an invention that permits you to be entertained in your (bed) room by people you wouldn't have in your home. ~David Frost

Taking My Own Advice

I gave b. a long list of suggestions for things she could do on her vacation. I decided to take my own advice and try to de-clutter my life before I start working again. The first thing I wanted to tackle was my wardrobe. I did really well getting rid of old workout clothes and random t-shirts but I'm can't seem to part with other clothing items. There are some things that I've never worn, and I'm pretty sure I never will, but I just can't toss them. Then there are things that I've worn lots of times and that should probably be retired but I still want to put them on on lazy days. I know that I'm going to struggle with this with pretty much all of my belongings so this is where I need your help...

What are some things you do or tell yourself to help you part with things? Also, what are some things that you are always too busy to do that I should think about while I have time on my hands?

All the art of living lies in a fine mingling of letting go and holding on. -- Havelock Ellis

A New Challenge

I want to challenge myself to workout everyday. I'm working out regularly and consistently 3-4 times per week. However, I'm not seeing the kind of results that I want. I've noticed that I have more stamina and endurance and I am definitely stronger. However, my weight has stayed in the same 10lb range since last winter. (I could be more consistent with my diet and that is coming soon.) My current workout routine consists of a cycling class, weight training with my trainer, and some ab work, squats, weights, and brief cardio on my own. I want to incorporate more exercises into my routine. So, what are some of your favorite exercises? Has anyone tried working out everyday? How long has it lasted? How did you keep from getting bored? injured? I don't do so well working out at home. How do you stay motivated at home? All suggestions are welcomed.

Random Thoughts...

from today's trip to the gym.

1. Young Jeezy claims to "Put On" for his city, yet I have no idea what city he's from.
2. Creepy old dude in the dress shoes, staring at me without so much as a head nod or hello makes you that much creepier. Find something else to look at.
3. How many "I think I'm late" texts do you think Li'l Wayne received over the last twelve months? At least two.
4. Lady with the big pink foam roller in your bang and rest of your hair flowing freely, today will be a bad hair day.
5. Nelly, please rewind your life. You new music sucks but your old tracks will forever remind me of waking up to indigo ass prints on the walls and paint shavings on the floor.