It's been a while since my last blog post, mainly because I've been busy with school. I haven't forgotten about my list, and I'm here to update you on my latest accomplishments!
56: Go on a second date.
In fact, I've even been on a third date! I'm seeing a wonderful guy named Christian, who is quite the character. We get on really well, and I'm looking forward to seeing him again soon.
81: Go to a concert.
I saw Fleetwood Mac in concert a week ago. They were amazing! What a show. I'm still slightly disappointed they didn't play "Tusk", but I'll get over it.
82: Go to a music festival.
I attended BFD (Big Fucking Deal) a few weekends ago. It was a great line up, but I unfortunately couldn't stay for the whole concert. That said, I went, so it still counts.
I'm currently working on my novel, which isn't really going anywhere. I'm stuck. I know what I want to happen with it, I'm just feeling a little uninspired.
I also ordered my sketchbook for the sketchbook project over the weekend. It will be touring through the Midwest, so be on the look out for it if you're in Madison, Chicago, or Milwaukee. Maybe Minneapolis, but I can't recall. It will also be in Brooklyn, for those NY-ers interested. I'll be sure to post a link to the digital version once it is available.
In addition to all this wonderment, I'm working on losing some weight. I'm down 9 pounds, which almost brings me to my first goal of 10 pounds. I'm going to be doing a cleanse hopefully next weekend, and maybe that will drop me down to that 10 pound mark. For those wondering, I'm dieting right now by cutting out dairy, baked goods, and reducing my meat intake. That said, this weekend hasn't been a good one for me, and I floundered a bit. I'll be back on track tomorrow though, I swear. I also plan to start adding exercise to the equation tomorrow as well.
That's it for now. Back to writing!
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Day 76: Task 79
Hello lovely readers! It's been a bit since my last post, but I have been rather busy. WITH SCHOOL. Yes, I'm back on the academic track working towards my CIDESCO license. For those of you who are too lazy to google, think advanced esthetics. For those of you who are still struggling, think facials, waxing, make up, massage, lasers!
The task I have completed is 79: Drink two bottles of water per day for a week. The actual task doesn't list the time frame, but I had always planned on it being a week. Anyways, now that I'm in school, my teacher really pushes us to stay hydrated, and I do. My skin is even improving from all the lovely water! I always thought drinking oodles of water was a bit silly, but hey, if the skin looks better, I'm there.
I'll also likely complete task 43 this week: Find a primary doctor. I don't have one since moving to CA, and need one pretty desperately. I've been doing a little looking already, and just need to make the call and book an appointment.
That's all for now. I'll check in soon.
The task I have completed is 79: Drink two bottles of water per day for a week. The actual task doesn't list the time frame, but I had always planned on it being a week. Anyways, now that I'm in school, my teacher really pushes us to stay hydrated, and I do. My skin is even improving from all the lovely water! I always thought drinking oodles of water was a bit silly, but hey, if the skin looks better, I'm there.
I'll also likely complete task 43 this week: Find a primary doctor. I don't have one since moving to CA, and need one pretty desperately. I've been doing a little looking already, and just need to make the call and book an appointment.
That's all for now. I'll check in soon.
Sunday, March 10, 2013
Day 42: Meetings
I am at 5% complete for my 101 things list! This is amazing! I didn't think I'd get this far this quickly.
Ok, maybe I sound a bit silly, but I'm excited, ok?
I completed item 87: Meet an online friend I haven't met before.
I was anticipating to use this item for my ex-friend (see letter blog), but ended up using this for my friend Jen who lives in San Jose. We went out for an early dinner and drinks on Friday at Vino Vino, which was lovely. I realize now we should have taken a picture of our hot selves for me to post, but obviously, it didn't come to mind.
Also, number 27 was completed: Listen to a new artist everyday for a month. Admittedly, February was a shorter month than the rest, so I gave it a couple extra days (especially to make up for a day or two I missed, or at least didn't document).
I owe myself $20 for these tasks, but I don't have it handy at the moment.
There's the update, more info and adventures to come.
Ok, maybe I sound a bit silly, but I'm excited, ok?
I completed item 87: Meet an online friend I haven't met before.
I was anticipating to use this item for my ex-friend (see letter blog), but ended up using this for my friend Jen who lives in San Jose. We went out for an early dinner and drinks on Friday at Vino Vino, which was lovely. I realize now we should have taken a picture of our hot selves for me to post, but obviously, it didn't come to mind.
Also, number 27 was completed: Listen to a new artist everyday for a month. Admittedly, February was a shorter month than the rest, so I gave it a couple extra days (especially to make up for a day or two I missed, or at least didn't document).
I owe myself $20 for these tasks, but I don't have it handy at the moment.
There's the update, more info and adventures to come.
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Day 40: Task by Task
Here's the update you've all been waiting for!
Or maybe not.
Whichever.
I completed task 42: Read a book in one day. I read Immortal Ever After by Lynsay Sands. It's a series that I have been reading for quite some time, and the most recent book was released this week. Admittedly, it isn't quality reading, but who cares? A girl needs a vampire romance novel ever now and then, and anything is better than Twilight.
In further news, I am upset with the Sketchbook Project. They changed their travel patterns so each book only visits about 3 cities now, and you choose your destinations from a previously created set. I want my book to travel the world, not a region. I can travel a region with my own damn book! Oh, and there are no themes! NO THEMES! What's the damn point? Anyways, I'm still going to do the damn project, I'll just be damn cranky about it.
That is all. Until the next task.
Or maybe not.
Whichever.
I completed task 42: Read a book in one day. I read Immortal Ever After by Lynsay Sands. It's a series that I have been reading for quite some time, and the most recent book was released this week. Admittedly, it isn't quality reading, but who cares? A girl needs a vampire romance novel ever now and then, and anything is better than Twilight.
In further news, I am upset with the Sketchbook Project. They changed their travel patterns so each book only visits about 3 cities now, and you choose your destinations from a previously created set. I want my book to travel the world, not a region. I can travel a region with my own damn book! Oh, and there are no themes! NO THEMES! What's the damn point? Anyways, I'm still going to do the damn project, I'll just be damn cranky about it.
That is all. Until the next task.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Day 32: Back on Track
Today, I completed task 41: Go to a zumba class.
To be honest, it kind of sucked for me. I've never been to my gym's zumba class before, so I'm not familiar with their songs and corresponding dances. I don't pick these things up easily either. I'm fairly gangly as is, and I'm sure I simply looked like a fish flailing about on the deck. I enjoyed the music, but not my inability to keep up.
I also was only able to stay for half the class. It was too much for me to pick up, and since I am physically incapable of running at this point in time (thanks vasavagal), it really wasn't paced for someone like me. I'll likely attend once I've built up some stamina.
I'm debating whether zumba counts as a dance class, which would then complete item 12.
In other news, I'll be able to buy my sketchbook for the sketchbook project on Monday, item number 4 on my list. I'm seriously looking forward to it.
Item number 27 is almost over: Listening to a new artists every day for a month. Granted, February is a short month. It might be cheating, but I'm calling it fair in this case because it's actually been fairly difficult to find musicians I like that I've not heard. Apparently, I'm rather particular.
Well, I believe that I've said "I", in it's various forms, enough for one blog. Although, should anyone have any book recommendations, I will gladly accept them for item 51.
Have a great night, all.
To be honest, it kind of sucked for me. I've never been to my gym's zumba class before, so I'm not familiar with their songs and corresponding dances. I don't pick these things up easily either. I'm fairly gangly as is, and I'm sure I simply looked like a fish flailing about on the deck. I enjoyed the music, but not my inability to keep up.
I also was only able to stay for half the class. It was too much for me to pick up, and since I am physically incapable of running at this point in time (thanks vasavagal), it really wasn't paced for someone like me. I'll likely attend once I've built up some stamina.
I'm debating whether zumba counts as a dance class, which would then complete item 12.
In other news, I'll be able to buy my sketchbook for the sketchbook project on Monday, item number 4 on my list. I'm seriously looking forward to it.
Item number 27 is almost over: Listening to a new artists every day for a month. Granted, February is a short month. It might be cheating, but I'm calling it fair in this case because it's actually been fairly difficult to find musicians I like that I've not heard. Apparently, I'm rather particular.
Well, I believe that I've said "I", in it's various forms, enough for one blog. Although, should anyone have any book recommendations, I will gladly accept them for item 51.
Have a great night, all.
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Day 16: Taking a break
Hello all. It has been a week of no goals as I was sick and lazy. However, I finally read a book that was just for the pleasure of reading, and am starting another today, so I'm technically working on my goal of 5 books for fun.
As I mentioned last time, my letter was sent, and received. The receiver finally got to see how I feel about our dissolution, and I think he gets it. We're no longer talking.
I was unable to order my sketchbook as it's not open for business yet. The tour for this year's sketchbooks has just started, so that is the focus for the moment.
I attempted to get a ticket to a TED event in LA, but those things are $2,500 minimum! What a joke. Apparently, only the rich are allowed to be intellectually stimulated. Pffft, I say.
I'll be attending a film festival this weekend, and am looking forward to checking that off my list. They're all silent films, including the film that inspired Disney's Snow White, and a film by the director of Nosferatu. It should be interesting, if I can stay awake.
As I mentioned last time, my letter was sent, and received. The receiver finally got to see how I feel about our dissolution, and I think he gets it. We're no longer talking.
I was unable to order my sketchbook as it's not open for business yet. The tour for this year's sketchbooks has just started, so that is the focus for the moment.
I attempted to get a ticket to a TED event in LA, but those things are $2,500 minimum! What a joke. Apparently, only the rich are allowed to be intellectually stimulated. Pffft, I say.
I'll be attending a film festival this weekend, and am looking forward to checking that off my list. They're all silent films, including the film that inspired Disney's Snow White, and a film by the director of Nosferatu. It should be interesting, if I can stay awake.
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Day 9: Heartfelt
Today, I completed my third task:
5) Send a letter
I sent a letter to my friend of 6 years, who is, as of two days ago, no longer my friend. It was a very difficult decision for me to come to, but I feel it is for the best. When I wrote my list up a few days ago, a few of the items were actually for him: send a letter, send art, etc. He'd been on my mind a lot recently, as our friendship was dissolving. I had every intention of doing my best to rekindle and revive what we had. Unfortunately, it wanted to die.
So I sent him my good-byes instead.
Thanks again, Amanda Palmer, for finding the write *wink wink* song for every major life decision: "Smile (Pictures or it Didn't Happen)". And thanks, Chumbawumba, for being there when the letter was written, and sealed, to remind me that, even though this friendship is over, I'm not: "Tubthumping".
5) Send a letter
I sent a letter to my friend of 6 years, who is, as of two days ago, no longer my friend. It was a very difficult decision for me to come to, but I feel it is for the best. When I wrote my list up a few days ago, a few of the items were actually for him: send a letter, send art, etc. He'd been on my mind a lot recently, as our friendship was dissolving. I had every intention of doing my best to rekindle and revive what we had. Unfortunately, it wanted to die.
So I sent him my good-byes instead.
Thanks again, Amanda Palmer, for finding the write *wink wink* song for every major life decision: "Smile (Pictures or it Didn't Happen)". And thanks, Chumbawumba, for being there when the letter was written, and sealed, to remind me that, even though this friendship is over, I'm not: "Tubthumping".
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