Friday Funny

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Last night Ben and I went to the Nuggets game. We went to this particular game because they were playing the Atlanta Hawks, and Mike Bibby plays for the Hawks. I've had a little thing for Bibby since his college days at Arizona back in '98. I was so excited for this stupid game because it would be the first time for me to see him in person. Pregame shoot around, No Bibby. Starting lineup announced, No Bibby. Of course, of all games for him to not play in, it had to be the game I was at. Supposedly he was sick or something. I was so, so bummed! The game was a good one and we had good seats, so the night was a complete bust. And, we got free Nuggets umbrellas! Earlier, I posted about Augustana, my favorite band, not showing up to a concert we went to. At this rate, I'm never going to anything again!!

Wednesday's Words of Wisdom

Don't dwell on what you lack; dwell on what you have and use it to the fullest with gratitude. Don't dwell on your failures-learn from them and move on. Don't dwell on your fears or sorrows- dwell on your hopes.

~Marian Wright Edelman

Gym Peeves

Since the first of the year, I've been going to the gym on a more consistent basis. And there are things that people do at the gym that just drive me absolutely nuts!! I told Ben some of my "gym peeves" and he just said he doesn't really pay attention to other people when he works out. Well, he's a guy, and really, how can you not? Here are my ultimate gym peeves. And if you have any you'd like to add, I'd love to hear them!

When people don't wipe down their machines when they're done. Call me crazy, but most people work up a sweat when they work out. And nobody wants to get on a sweat soaked machine. It has to be unsanitary or something!

The clompers and stompers. These are the people who get on a treadmill and don't know how to run. Either they turn the speed up too high and can't keep up, or they just can't hear themselves stomping.

Chatty Neighbors. I'm all for being friendly and small talk, except for when I'm actually working out. Especially when I have headphones in. Working out is a time for me to clear my head and get rid of stress...If I don't act interested in talking, then I'm not interested. It's like awkward airplane situations.

People who go to the gym only to get picked up on or to pick up on others. You can totally tell who these people are. The girls with the perfect hair and make up with the dress to impress gym outfit. And the guys who walk around and don't do much except that. They check you out from across the room and generally just make you uncomfortable.

The Runner-overers. These are the people who will literally take you out if you get in their way. Especially if it's a crowded class.

The Naked Locker Room walkers. In my experience, these are always the old, overweight women. A little modesty goes a long way!

Cell Phone Talkers. It's so strange to me when people talk on their phone while they're working out. Can't you put it down for at least 30 minutes?! Especially when you're occupying equipment.

The Jean Wearer. Enough said.

25 Random Things

On Facebook, there's been a circulation of 25 Random Things About Me posts going around.  I haven't been on Facebook in forever, so here's my own list of 25 random things about me.

~I don't ski or snowboard

~I love to cook and try new recipes

~I don't know how to swim

~I want to own my own wedding cake shop one day

~My hair used to be super long and go past my butt

~I know more about football than some guys I know

~I wish I was better at keeping in touch with long distance friends

~Other than college, I've never had a roommate

~I already have the details of my wedding figured out

~I've become obsessed with blogs.  I love finding random blogs and stealing ideas from other people

~I am terrified of water

~I don't know how to drive a stick

~I still have my wisdom teeth

~I think Chick-Fil-A has the BEST chicken sandwiches.  Ever.

~I didn't pierce my ears until college

~I like raw vegetables better than cooked ones

~I'm lactose intolerant

~I am extremely grateful for my family

~I gave up drinking pop

~I could live on shrimp cocktail for the rest of my life

~I can't handle spicy food

~My car is always a mess, no matter how hard I try to keep it clean

~I miss my sister everyday and wish she would move back already

~I have 3 different birthmarks

~I'm always up for a good chick flick or a good book

Friday Funny

An Amish boy and his father were in a mall. They were amazed by almost everything they saw, but especially by two shiny, silver walls that could move apart and then slide back together again. The boy asked, "What is this Father?" The father, having never seen an elevator, responded, "Son, I have never seen anything like this in my life. I don't know what it is." While the boy and his father were watching with amazement, an overweight old lady in a wheel chair moved up to the moving walls and pressed a button. The walls opened and the lady rolled between them into a small room. The walls closed and the boy and his father watched the small circular numbers above the walls light up sequentially. They continued to watch until it reached the last number and then the numbers began to light in the reverse order. Finally the walls opened up again and a gorgeous 24-year old blonde stepped out. The father, not taking his eyes off the young woman, said quietly to his son, "Go get your mother."

Wednesday's Words of Wisdom

Don't be afraid, I've redeemed you. I've called you by name. You're Mine. When you're in over your head, I'll be there with you. When you're in rough waters, you will not go down. When you're between a rock and a hard place, it won't be a dead end- Because I am God, your personal God, The Holy of Israel, your Savior. I paid a huge price for you...That's how much you mean to Me! That's how much I love you! I'd sell off the whole world to get you back, trade the creation just for you.
~Isaiah 43:2-4

A True Servant

A True Servant:

Knows that all assignments are actually from God

Will be quick to volunteer

Considers his assignment important

Takes orders

Does not desire to have authority

Enjoys meeting needs

Doesn't need recognition

Will voluntarily serve without pay

Doesn't seek higher status

Will do more than is required

Does not have his own selfish ambitions

Will serve anyone- even those who others don't like to serve

Is willing to be treated like a servant

Does not seek the big and important assignments

Will serve with a joyful attitude

Will put his whole heart into each task

Thinks of others before himself

Desires that God receives the glory

Friday Funny

Four football fans go rock climbing one afternoon, an Oklahoma fan, Nebraska fan, Colorado fan, and Texas fan. They had been arguing all the way up the mountain about who amoung them was the most "die-hard" fan.
Upon reaching the top of the mountain, the Oklahoma fan proclaims to the other four, "This is for the Sooners!" and promptly threw himself off the mountain as a form of sacrifice.
Not to be outdone by an Oklahoma fan, the Texas fan jumped and shouted, "This is for the Long Horns!" and threw himself off the mountain.
Refusing to be outdone by the Oklahoma and Texas fans, the Colorado fan rose to his feet and yelled at the top of his lungs, "This is for the Buffaloes!!" and without hesitation pushed the Nebraska fan off the mountain.

I have no will power....or do I??

There are certain foods that I have absolutely no self control with. Ruffles potato chips, Little Debbie snacks, Girl Scout cookies, and Oreos. I can snack on them mindlessly for hours and not even think twice about it. For Valentine's day, I'm making dinner for Ben and cappuchino cheesecake is for dessert. And of course the crust is made out of Oreos. I was unpacking my groceries and put the oreos in my pantry thinking out of sight, out of mind. Gosh was I wrong!! I could hear them calling my name. Taunting me and just begging to be opened. Of course I had to go rescue them. I took out a serving (3 cookies) and logged the nutrition in my log. No sooner had I finished those off that I felt the urge to go more. Instead of giving into the delicious little creme filled things, I took out how many I needed for the crust, sealed up the bag, and took them over to the boys (Ben, Jeff, and Lansing.) I know it sounds ridiculous, but I was so proud of myself! Lifestyle change here I come!!!

Wednesday's Words of Wisdom

To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift. ~Steve Prefontaine

Things I Love Lately

*Visits from my grandparents
*The fallish/springy weather lately
*My local coffee shop that has the big Friends style mugs. And free internet!
*Panera Bread's tea....a combination of British Breakfast and Ginger Peach
*I'm noticing a change in my body tone and endurance (even though the scale hasn't changed as much as I would like!)
*My new gym bag, which of course is purple and has everything a girl could ever want
*I can fit into my favorite jeans without being self conscious that they're too tight!
*FPU Class
*Laughing Cow Cheese wedges
*The Fray's new CD
*My family
*Friendships- new and old
*Power Bar's Peanut Butter Caramel Crisp. Nothing tastes better after spin class!
*Working out with Ben
*Target's new line of workout apparel. Haven't bought any of it, but it's all so cute!
*Looking through cookbooks

Friday Funny

Wednesday's Words of Wisdom

People often say that motivation doesn't last.  Well, neither does bathing- that's why we recommend it daily.

What's in a sign

Downtown is populated with panhandlers.  Just about every street corner, you'll find one....or five.  Here are the some of the most creative signs I've come across:

*Ninjas killed my father.  Need money for kung-fu lessons

*Homeless.  Need Money to buy a home

*Bet you can't hit me with a quarter

*My wife was kidnapped!  98 cents short of the ransom

*I'm not homeless, I'm an urban pioneer

*Pizza and mastercard accepted

*Need rich wife

*Saving for a hooker (this guy was a block off of Colfax.  Go figure)

*Do you adopt?

Are you open minded??

When was the last time you went somewhere new? Bought different groceries? Changed up your 'do? Tried something different?

I met with my favorite spin instructor this morning for a one-on-one training session. She gave me a bunch of new ideas and little tweaks I should try, and lots of paperwork to look over that will "change my life." (And she told me I'm very toned for never lifting weights!) One of the things she gave me talked about being open minded; dropping the stereotypes and classifications that we create and believe to be true and being open to opportunity and change.

It says that open minded people are more likely to go to different places and call it an adventure, try new things without resentment for missing the old, and embrace, REALLY embrace, change. In fact, when tested, open minded people typically function at a very high level of excitement. Others, who are not open minded tend to function at a very high level of worry, anxiety, and stress.

While it is easy to call yourself "open minded," when it really comes down to it...are you?

People are very open-minded about new things...as long as they're exactly like the old ones!

~Charles Kettering