Might as well JUMP

VAN HALEN!!!

I know, 1984 called and wants their band back. 

Nevertheless, I am super pumped to say that I scored tickets to the April 19 Van Halen concert in Atlanta.  It's Danny,Suzy and I's band.  Something we all agree to rock out to.  We went a couple of years back and I gotta say it was the best time ever. Yes, people are driving BMW's and drinking Chardonnay but still it's best hair band of all time.  I just hope they can keep it together til Atlanta :)

That, and the fact that Suzy is home for the weekend make me incredibly happy.  I can't wait to see her, I know it's only been 2 weeks since she left, but it seems like forever. She is getting her hair cut this afternoon by Lisa at Intrigue.  I go next Friday and can not wait, my hair is in need of some pizazz.

Busy weekend with Basketball, Suzy, and Danny's mom coming over.  Hopefully I'll get a update in sometime on Sunday.

Dino-cising

Eh, my body is sore all over!  Tried to run 3 and if felt like I hadn't run in 6 weeks.  Everything aches today. I'm going to go easy tomorrow and probably only do crossfit.  I need a break.

Feeling Good

I weighed this morning after crossfit .....drumroll please
I have lost 5lbs since last Tuesday :)
I'm a very happy chick and amazed at the results that Paleo is giving me. Especially after those Tequila drinks over the weekend.  It certainly gives me push to go another week.  In my mind, I know that every week isn't going to be a 5lb loss, but what if....can you imagine the shape I'm going to be in, in just 7 more weeks.  It excites me to think of doing all the half marathons in a much smaller person suit.  I'm going to have a celebratory acorn squash as a reward tonight.  The good thing is, I think I'm finally getting over my sugar and diet soda addictions.  None of that even tempts me at the moment. The good news is that I'm a creature of habit but give me a good crisis and things could change but right now I'm on the wagon and very content.

The other "Go Amy" moment of the day is that I dead lifted 185lbs this morning. OMG, it was crazy heavy but I powered through it.  I really think I'm starting to fit in better with the girls at crossfit, they were really encouraging me to find my limit today. THAT in itself makes it so much easier to get up and go.

Suzy is the other thing on my mind today.  She seems so confused about school. I wish I could point her in the right direction and tell her what to do but I know she has to do this on her own. The world is so different than even when I attended college. I know the competition is insane.  It would be great if she could harness her competitive nature and apply it to getting into nursing school.  She will eventually work this all out, patience is the key.  I just know I can not wait to see her this weekend!

Crafty!

Cooper and I made this for his 100th day of school.  I can't believe how well it turned out.  Normally, we have the saddest looking art projects but this time we started early and ended up with something pretty darn awesome for a 6 year old.  Cooper was so excited about it, that he insisted we take it to school a couple of days early. I LOVE THAT!

It's just been  misty, foggy, rainy and dreary since I last posted.  These kind of days we have been experiencing zap me of all my energy.  Hence, the weekend was very low key, the highlight being going to Harry's to get some plantain chips and grass fed beef. The Paleo diet is going pretty well, though I've realized I gotta keep the amount of nuts we have at a minimal as Danny and I love to snack on those way too much.  I weighed Saturday and I was down 3 lbs.  I'm so scared to weigh again, I will be crushed if I haven't lost any more. It's officially one week into the challenge though, so I need to know where I stand, I guess I'll weigh tomorrow after crossfit. Speaking of, I have such a love/hate thing going on with that place.  I absolutely hate getting up in the mornings and try to think of every excuse not to go, when I'm done with the workout I just love the feeling I have.  I know I have been challenged and I have met the challenge head on.  I hope it's not always like this (the hate part), maybe as I get to know more people there it will be easier to go. All I know is that I did a 80lb shoulder press today....Yeah baby Yeah!

Can't wait for Suzy to come home this weekend.  She is taking her nursing school entrance exam as I write this, Good Luck Suzy!!! You can do it!

Muffins for Cavemen?

I know, I'm totally biased but isn't he just the cutest thing ever?  Cooper's class had "Muffins for Mom" today at his school.  Basically, we go have muffins/coffee and listen to a couple of songs from the children.  The kids are so proud of themselves, it would melt even the toughest heart. 

So, we started the Paleo diet on Monday, and well.....basically it's no grains whatsoever.  I've been kicking some serious booty so far on it (4 lbs down this morning), needless to say I was quite torn about what to do with the muffin on my plate.  Truth is, my willpower is not one of my strong points. Especially when the object of my attention is a yummy looking blueberry muffin.  Somehow I found resolve and made it out with nary a nibble. It was one of those "GO AMY" moments, where I'll be strutting around the rest of day.

What's Paleo?  In a nutshell..... it's the diet of cavemen.  It's heavy into grass fed beef, wild caught fish,free range chicken and wild game and  excludes grains,  salt, refined sugar, legumes, dairy products and processed oils.  I may just be drinking the kool-aid but honestly in only a week, I feel so much lighter.  I don't feel that heaviness you do after eating a dense meal.  Going off the grains may be the easiest since Danny and I rarely eat bread.  I'm most worried about the legumes and of course the dairy. Beer is definitely on the no/no list, they are suggesting tequila. Well,  it will be cheaper since one tequila shot usually sets me on my ass. I signed up for the Crossfit 8 week challenge, I think I've got good odds to win if I can just eat clean.

BUT if you see Danny and I in pelts running down Holt Rd carrying spears please...please talk some sense into us!

Back from Hiatus

What can I say? 
The holidays and the aftermath always throw me for a loop.  Too much to do, not enough time and the inevitable crash and grumpiness that follows.
The good news is, it's over now so you don't have to listen to me sulk and moan about everything under the sun.

What's up for 2012?
I'm still trying to find that one pinnacle thing to tick off my bucket list. Right now it's looking to be the half ironman in Augusta.  One idea keeps pushing back to the forefront of my thoughts though, I really want to do a mission trip to a third world country.  I keep mulling over it, could I leave Danny and Cooper for two weeks?  Would the house still be standing when I returned?  I know Suzy has the whole living independently thing down but my boys, well..... they need me.  I figure I'll keep up with the athletic angle and if something presents itself down the road, I will know it's a sign for me to pursue a mission trip.

Here's the lineup so far.....
Berry Half Marathon  2/18/2012
Publix Half Marathon 3/18/2012
Flying Pirate Half Marathon 4/21/2012
Warrior Dash 5/19 /2012
Peachtree Road Race 7/4/2012
Augusta half ironman 9/30/2012

I'm sure I'll throw in other races here and there, especially a couple of sprint triathlons.  I'm thinking I may do another TNT event, especially if they go to Augusta. Lord knows, I will need all the help I can get :)

Let's see what happens this year, it's going to be very hard to top 2011. (which reminds me I need to recap that at some point)

Cheers