Zoom Zoom Zoom

This is the car I want to get to replace my Dodge... still a couple weeks away from any final decision... but this is my top choice. I {heart} it.

http://www.mazdausa.com/MusaWeb/displayPage.action?pageParameter=modelsMain&vehicleCode=M3S

Lose 40 pounds

Marie Osmond did it with Nutrisystem; Valerie Bertinelli did it with Jenny Craig.. and now Wynonna is doing it with Alli... (although I'm not sure how much weight she has lost yet).

I have to admit, everytime I see the Nutrisystems commercial, I think "hmm... I do spend that much a month on groceries, and if I order the food, I won't have to think about what I'm going to eat for dinner. It will be planned for me". The problem with this thought process is that I'm a spontaneous eater. I can have 20 lean cuisines in the freezer, and if it doesn't sound good, I'm ordering a pizza. Plus, I like to cook although it is usually on Sundays since it's just me. So, my concern is that I spend the couple hundred dollars on the Nutrisystems food.. and still go to the grocery store and spend another couple hundred dollars, and at the end of the day, end up eating out. It's all about discipline, and as I've mentioned in previous blogs -I do not have it. Obviously!

So, all I can say is "Go Valerie, Go Marie, Go Queen Latifah, and Go Wynonna (although I think she is "going" because I hear Alli can really jack with your digestive system if you do not watch what you eat)".

FlipHappy Crepes

As I mentioned in a previous blog, Aunt Janae has moved to Fredericksburg which is about a hour and a half from Austin. One of the first things I'm going to do when I am released to drive, and I get my new car (TBD) - I am going to see them - with a stop at this place. I saw them on Throwdown with Bobby Flay, and I've been anxious to check it out.

http://www.fliphappycrepes.blogspot.com/

Pink is Chic

It's hard to believe that 2 1/2 weeks have already past. Dr visit went well today. He took xrays and removed the stitches. There is still swelling, but the leg is already starting to heal - so that is great news. As you can see in the picture, I now have a "walking" cast. I am not able to put pressure on the leg yet, but I'm practicing. I go back to the DR in 3 weeks (February 5th). Then, I may graduate to a boot strap which is removable - so that I can shower!

My son's comment on my choice of color for the cast, "I knew you'd choose pink! That's mature, Mom! Real Mature. I bet it just perfect for the workplace!" Someone needs to lighten up and live a little! We all know how much I {HEART} pink.

Toenails were painted B.A. (Before Accident)!!! I can NOT wait for a pedicure!!!

Blue is Not!

This lovely "moon" shoe is what I have to wear with the cast when I leave the house. You can't tell by this picture, but it's has a thick platform heel to make it even more attractive. It's clunky, and I can already tell you - I'm going to trip with it on. It's GUARANTEED!!!

Aqua Globes

As Seen On TV just keeps getting better...

Since I have been home, and exposed to all these amazing things you can order on TV - it's funny what comes up in conversation. Like the fact that one of my friends received the "aqua globes" for Christmas. Here are her pictures.

I absolutely love the concept. I am horrible at watering plants. But every time I see the commercials, I ask myself, " Are they cool or just a little over the top? "... and I think these "real life" photos answer my question. Maybe if they had them in "clear"???

Click below to check out the "infomercial" for yourself.

https://www.buyaquaglobes.com/?cid=550228

Just a Girl and her Walker

Many have asked how I get around and how is my leg "dressed". So, for those who need a "visual", here you go. As you can see, my walker is very plain.. nothing fancy. I basically "hop" on my good leg since I cannot put any pressure on my right leg. My leg has a splint that starts out straight, they wet it and it forms to my foot and goes up the back of my leg. They then put a mesh material over my foot and leg, and finish it up with ace bandages. As I mentioned before, I might get a partial cast on my next visit - which will definitely warrant more pictures.

As Seen on TV - Part ll

This is the bag I am currently using. (Yes, it's vintage Coach) It has to hold my cell phone, house phone, remote control, meds, lip balm, etc. as I move between my office at the breakfast table and the recliner (where I elevate my leg in the evenings). It also carries my shampoo/conditioner from bathroom to kitchen so I can wash my hair.

So, you can see how I might "covet" The Buxton Organizer Bag! It holds all your crap AND 2 BOTTLES OF WATER!!!

This reminds me of the bag from the 1970's commercial... remember it wasn't as sleek, but your keys "snapped" on the inside of the purse. I thought it was the coolest purse ever, and I wanted it in "bone". (c'mon, I was like 7 years old)... Now, I want the new one in RED... because I have better taste now.

https://www.buxtonbag.tv/?cid=545477

Be careful - when you click on this link - it's a commercial.. so don't let the sound scare you.

Working out

Well, it was just a month ago that every day I'd dread going to the gym after work.. and some days, I'd give in to the dread, and not go... now, I'm sitting here wishing I could go. It's funny how you don't really appreciate something fully until it's taken away from you - even if it's temporarily. The Dr assured me that I will have full use of my leg - it's just a matter of when. I hope that when the time comes, that I continue to appreciate the privilege and not grow to dread it as time goes by. All I know is now that I'm anxious and can't wait. They've already changed the name on me.. It was White Rock Gym, and it is now "Gold's Gym"... which is cool. That was only being gone a week. I hate missing stuff. I only hope the "pricing" doesn't change now that we're a part one of the top 2 gyms in the country. The one good thing is that they put my account on hold for payment for 3 months due to medical condition.

Well, I plan on weighing this weekend - even though it will be skewed from the weight of the splint.. I think I can get a baseline - because the goal now is to definitely NOT GAIN ANY WEIGHT... if I lose some, even better!

Earlier I kept thinking as I'm working at my makeshift desk at the breakfast room table.. if I only had the EASY CURVES. I could be at least giving my breasts a lift.

As Seen On TV...

Oh My Gah... I just cannot watch daytime TV. These are some of my favorite things. I have resisted the temptation so far, but not sure how much longer I can hold out.

Bender Ball
http://www.benderball.com/?gclid=COaMo-yQ-pcCFRLoxgodYxFoDg

Easy Curves
http://www.easycurves.com/?gclid=CMbU29mQ-pcCFQFqxwodpQVgDA

Strap Perfect
https://www.strapperfect.com/flare/next?tag=EDSMGOTM

Big City Slider
https://www.bigcityslider.com/flare/next?tag=EDSMGOGN

Vidalia Chop Wizard
https://www.chopwizard.com/?s_kwcid=vidalia%20chop%20wizard2130968899&gclid=CLPWwrmR-pcCFQ2dnAodvjLAD

Happy New Year

Things I'm excited about in 2009:

1) Tech playing Ole Miss today. I hope they win.

2) Aunt Janae has made it to Texas. Can't wait to see her soon. I see many trips this year.

3) Getting a new car - it wasn't a goal for 2009 - but looks like it's a necessity now.

4) Planning Ryan's graduation party.