Winter Madness (outfit post)

I enjoy snow. 

Not the cold.

So Cindy from EverydayToUs and I decided to take some winter pictures a couple weeks ago. She posted some on her blog and I'm going to post the rest. 

“We could all do with a bit more joy in our lives couldn't we? The wonderful thing is that when we start spreading joy, we begin to actually experience more joy in our lives too!” 

― Steve Goodier

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After All. (ootd)

after all You are constant 
                           after all You are only good 
                                                    after all You are sovereign 
                     not for a moment did You forsake me.      

                                          Meredith Andrews- Not for a Moment. 

 My favourite part of this whole day and outfit was my hair. It took me 1.5 hrs to do it but it was definitely worth it. 

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Dear Me,

Dear Me,

I know that you wish you hadn't picked up that extra shift. But lets be realistic here, you gotta do what you gotta do. I know you wish that you'd been faithful to your weight-loss goals but you've just been too tired to go. I know I promised I'd wake up and pray today but sleeping was so blissful, because you finally slept through the whole night. I know this week has felt like forever & EVER, but its Friday  which means tomorrow you get to go to church after your last shift of the week. And I know you miss home & your friends, but you know you're in the will of God by being right where you are. 

I know its been one of those weeks, but you've had a great time doing some living lately. Your true hearts desires are beginning to show and your kinda learning to walk on your own. And you've grown up a bit and certain things aren't as important as they once were. Remember, that we started the year of with determination and that you decided to be a better you, a much better you. 


Lets keep in mind all of your favorite things that we've done this week anyways,

1. Started a new book.

2. Found a song that expresses what I feel these days.

3. Sandals @ Payless.
It just means springs coming!
That makes me super happy!

4. My nephew. Yesterday when I got home he gave me two kisses and wanted to play with me.
I love that.

5. Winter Pictures. They just look so beautiful. 

Happy Friday!

"that I'm fat, what else are they gunna say?"

“You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching,

Love like you'll never be hurt,

Sing like there's nobody listening,

And live like it's heaven on earth.” 

― William W. Purkey

Hey! Has anyone ever had a great couple days? Where even if something is going wrong, its alright. Almost like your overjoyed and nothing can bring you down? I've been having this exact emotion for the last couple days. I think it started mid-week. I went home to finally renew my passport because a) its expired, so i can't take any random trips and b) i'm going away in ONE week so ... I needed it.  

Anywho... While at work yesterday, me and my favorite co-worker were talking, she thinks I'm super funny (I am, teehee) and we had such a great time. So work was rather fun and immediately after that I went to the gym.  (woohoo) 

Speaking of the gym, I've been a Goodlife member for more then six years and this year I decided that maybe it was time to change gyms and try somewhere new. Best decision I've made this year? POSSIBLY.  I joined the Athletics club. I went for a tour this week and I was convinced the minute I got inside. Its fancy in there. It makes me feel like a baller. But I know, appearances can be deceiving but I decided that I wanted the grand tour. So what really made me decide to switch gyms after such a long time? A personal all woman's pool, sauna and steam room. Plus, Zumba classes almost every day at different times and a free fitness consultation and personal training session all for the same exact price I was paying at Goodlife. So, I'm sorry Goodlife, until you can offer me the same amenities here in Guelph, we're over. 

So, immediately after work I had lunch with my fabulous coworker and then I headed straight to the gym for my fitness consultation. And to let you know how that went... Just read the following text message below. 

Pretty much that's how that went down. But to be fair, the girl was really nice about. She wanted to know what motivated me. She also gave me a handy new workout regime that she thinks will work very well with my body type. So maybe this year, I'll actually be able to lose the weight I've been saying for the last ten years.

I'd also like to say happy birthday to Tim Horton. If you're Canadian, you know what Tim Horton means to us down here. I do love me some Timmies. 

I'll leave you with a simple question....

What do you guys do when you go to the gym? 

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The Insanity of the New Year.

Hello fellow bloggets!

I hope everyone had a Happy Holidays and a great New Years day. So whats been happening with me lately?

Well, I got a new job. 

I'm an official PayLess Shoe Source sales associate. 

Everything been going pretty good so far and I'm having a great time learning the ways of retail. 

 These pictures were taken by my photographer of a sister in law.
She has been wanting to take pictures outside and this was the day to do it.
I didn't really wanna wear this outfit, but I changed last minute because the other shirt and skirt I had on just looked weird. So I ended up throwing this together and now that I look at the pics, not too shabby.

so if Cindy wants to take anymore outdoor snow pics.
Le'sss do it. 

Shirt: unknown
Skirt: Old Navy
Blazer: H & M
Shoes: Suzy Shier 

What NOT to wear.

Can you believe that it's December? I think it's crazy how this year has gone by. It's going to be 2013 and I'm going to be 23. I guess I can kick the whole 'be married by 23' off the cliff and I can probably assume that I won't be losing 30 lbs by the end of the year... but hey. I did go back to school. So that's one thing I did accomplish. 

Anyways...

 Once upon there was a girl named ______. She truly hated wearing clothing appropriate to make public appearances. You might be wondering why and she'd be glad to explain. Clothing that is made to be pretty is always so uncomfortable. Everything is made a size to small so it fits snug and it means you can't overeat at a party. So one day she decided to go against all politically correct standards and walk out the door wearing this....

Gasp!!!! And as she walked around the busy streets of _______, she ignored all the stares that she received from the people who thought she was homeless she decided that she would continue to go against the norm and always wear clothing that made her look like she was heading to the gym on her fat day. She felt so free!

I dare you to feel like your on top of the world and wear something that you feel comfortable in for a couple hours. Go outside. Take a picture. Tie your hair in a knot and have a dance battle with yourself. 

True story. 

(I was actually taking pictures of my sister in law) 

Enjoy the stories that I make up in my head. 

Channing Tatum, Lance Armstrong and Tim Tebow.,

Hello.
I literally had the most restless sleep last night. So I'm a little out of orbit today.
Anyways, I don't have an outfit to post this week but I thought I'd write my thoughts down about a couple of things that I've read these last couple weeks.
First I'd like to say congratulations to People Magazine for hitting the nail on the head with this years 'Sexiest Man Alive'

hello Channing!

 Really? What is there to say? Agreeeeed? Yeah, I guess. AGREEED!
I don't think I've agreed this much since Hugh Jackman.

Anyways, Next on my topics is LANCE ARMSTRONG.
I don't know if anyone has been listening or reading whats been going on lately with this guy, but its not good. He's accused of doping (frowned upon in cycling circles) and well apparently he's been found guilty and was stripped of all (seven to be exact) of his tour de france titles. (which..is a big deal!)

So, what are my thoughts?

This is utterly stupid.
I'm not saying he did or he didn't. I'm just saying that he "won" his last race in 2005.
Its like 2012 now, and its not until now that his "teammates" are testifying against. I think thats shady. If it was such a concern why not bring forth your evidence than. When it matttered?
I'm not for doping, I'm just saying, its been 7 years.
Anyways, after he was stripped of his titles, he got dropped by a bunch of his sponsors like nike and oakley.
Dude, the guy raised a bunch of money of cancer. I'd stick by him.
Anyways, I guess, I'm just saying that hes known more for his work with cancer than he is for his cycling career. Lay off.

 

Tim Tebow.

Quarter back for the Jets.
First, I'd like to say I'm not a football fanatic. I don't even watch football. Mostly because I still don't get it.
But I heard about this guy because of his devotion to his beliefs.
I got intrigued after I heard what he had written John 3:16

"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life"

 

on his cheek bones during a championship game. In the next 24 hours he would cause 92 million people to research the verse. (above)

Why do I like this guy?
Because, he's unashamed. In every sense of the word. He sings hymnals to calm his nerves, used to wear bible verses on his cheeks (philippians 4:13) and prays before every game on the field. (tebowing)
I can't imagine what this world would be like if we all simply lived unashamed.
He's be critiques harshly for his skills on the field (which I cannot judge)
But I don't even care.
Can I marry this guy, PLEASE?
Kiddin. Sorta.

There ya have it.
Those are my thoughts.
See ya soon loves.

 

 

 

roothless.xo