Sucks. I mean, its getting better but it kind of sucks still. My shins have decided to rebel against the torture of movement and I've been icing them in the evenings (when I think about it). Its getting better and I think we'll be ok to move on to week three next week.
Dustin is enjoying it. At least he claims he is but we really do feel better after working out in the mornings. I don't like getting up at 4:45 but its way easier to do it first thing in the morning then to let it hang over our heads all day.
Some friends are running the Wasatch Back Relay in Logan today and tomorrow and were asking about people willing to run it next year. 180 miles over two days...I think they are nuts but I'm also kind of tempted. Not tempted enough to actually sign up and fork over money but the idea is appealling. Don't worry, the temporary insanity will pass!
Can't wait to see the in-laws in Bear Lake next weekend!
Friday, June 20, 2008
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Tooth Fairy
Alex lost his first tooth tonight. Well, he didn't so much as lose it as I yanked it out after listening to him complain about how much it hurt to eat the grilled sandwiches and tomato soup I made for dinner.
It had been a little wiggly for months but it decided today was the day it was going to make a break for it and go all out. It wiggled and giggled for a few hours until we had dinner and then I promised Alex a fudgcicle if he'd let me pull it out.
A few harder wiggles, a few little pulls and out it came! We put it into a small bowl to be rinsed off and he spent the next ten minutes asking how much the tooth fairy will give him for it. I told him fifty cents for a front tooth was about right. He wanted fifty dollars to get a new Wii game. That's grandpa's territory.
All night he did that thing with the tongue when you've lost a tooth...carefully exploring the open territory and tasting the tangy hint of blood on the hole. I asked if he was the last kid in his kindergarten class to lose a tooth and he immediately said yes. Just in time for his friend's birthday party on Saturday! A brand new hole to show off...what every kid wants!
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Couch to 5K!
We've decided to start a Couch to 5K running program to get into shape. For motivation, there is a Police and Fire department 10k, 5k and 1 mile walk in August. 10 weeks after we start our 9 week program. Running in the summer in Las Vegas doesn't sound like very much fun with I'm planning on using the weightroom treadmill for two runs/week and then running outside for the third one.
Week One: Up at 4:43. Dustin had to be at the airport by 6am and I have to be at work by 7 with a stop at my parents to fill out some paperwork for the summer daycare program Alex is enrolled in. After a few minutes of relishing the warm bed, we drag ourselves up and change into our workout clothes. Because we have 25 minutes to do a 30 minute workout, we decide to cut the last few run/walk combos out and have an extended cooldown. I never realized there was a hill by the apartment but there is and it bites. Just small enough to not look like one until you run and your thighs are killing you.
All in all, it went pretty good. Now I don't have to worry about working out tonight and I feel good, if sore, for the rest of the day. And running tends to supress my appetite so it takes me longer to feel hungry and I eat less. I'm back to Weight Watchers again (and by default, so is Dustin) and already down 3 lbs! Woohoo!!!!!
If we're feeling brave, we might post before and after pictures. Depends on how amazing the after ones are!
Check back here for more on our training! Anyone that wants to join us can find the training podcasts here: http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml and http://www.ullreys.com/robert/Podcasts/podcasts/podcasts.html
Sorry I don't know how to do those cool hyperlinks.
Week One: Up at 4:43. Dustin had to be at the airport by 6am and I have to be at work by 7 with a stop at my parents to fill out some paperwork for the summer daycare program Alex is enrolled in. After a few minutes of relishing the warm bed, we drag ourselves up and change into our workout clothes. Because we have 25 minutes to do a 30 minute workout, we decide to cut the last few run/walk combos out and have an extended cooldown. I never realized there was a hill by the apartment but there is and it bites. Just small enough to not look like one until you run and your thighs are killing you.
All in all, it went pretty good. Now I don't have to worry about working out tonight and I feel good, if sore, for the rest of the day. And running tends to supress my appetite so it takes me longer to feel hungry and I eat less. I'm back to Weight Watchers again (and by default, so is Dustin) and already down 3 lbs! Woohoo!!!!!
If we're feeling brave, we might post before and after pictures. Depends on how amazing the after ones are!
Check back here for more on our training! Anyone that wants to join us can find the training podcasts here: http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml and http://www.ullreys.com/robert/Podcasts/podcasts/podcasts.html
Sorry I don't know how to do those cool hyperlinks.
Monday, June 2, 2008
School's out!
My little guy has kindgergarten graduation tomorrow which leads me to think that there seem to be a lot of graduations lately. Kindergarten, elementary, junior high and high school all seem to have their own graduations. But is moving from kindergarten to first grade REALLY that big of a deal? And the transition from fifth grade to sixth? I don't remember having anything but a high school graduation. Are our standards just a tad low to celebrate the natural educational movement from eighth grade to nineth?
Anyway, school. That means summer is here and we are lucky enough to have Alex for over half of the summer so that leads to things like camping trips!
I love camping. Only for a few days and in a campsite with some kind of running water but I really enjoy it. Over the last year, we've accumulated quite the collection of sleeping bags, a tent, air mattress, stove, camping pots/pans, lanterns, flashlights and my favorite, a shower. Our most recent addition is a nice enclosure for the shower so there is the hope of being able to get clean in a place where it seems your hands are still dirty even after using soap and scrubbing.
But the best part? Camp food. Dutch oven cake and roasted marshmallows, coal baked barbeque chicken, hash browns by sunrise. Everything tastes better in the wide open spaces. Plus the mountain air is much cooler than down in the valley so its a nice break from the summer heat.
Alex will be travelling with his grandparents to visit family so we were thinking it might be a good weekend to kickstart the summer season with a short camping trip. Scope out easy trails for a trip with Alex later in the summer and spend some time with nature.
Sounds great, doesn't it?!
Monday, May 12, 2008
Going Godfather
We aren't moving after all. Dustin was offered a position with his previous airline that he couldn't refuse so we are staying in Las Vegas for the time being. Grandpa said it was the best birthday present we could have given him. Apparently the only ones excited for us to move was...us.
He starts again this week with some re-training but will be flying most likely by next week. He's much more relaxed and things have been great since we made the decision to return to Grand Canyon Airlines in Boulder City, NV. I'm just happy that he's happy.
We spent last weekend in Brigham City for Clyde's birthday. A great time was had by all at the luau Sandy planned and Alex kept everyone entertained with his request to "Pause the party, I have to go potty!"
Mothers' Day was very nice. I was able to spend it with Dustin and Alex as we drove back to Las Vegas and Dustin gave me some great dvds. Alex gave me some bath salts he made in school that I think got too much fragrance. They are in his bathroom now.
The school semester is almost over and that leaves me with only one class to go until I get my associate of arts. Its about stinkin' time! I've been working on it for a few years alternating between part and full-time while working and I'm thankful to almost be done.
Hopefully we'll get some pictures up soon. That part of the blog is pretty sad right now.
He starts again this week with some re-training but will be flying most likely by next week. He's much more relaxed and things have been great since we made the decision to return to Grand Canyon Airlines in Boulder City, NV. I'm just happy that he's happy.
We spent last weekend in Brigham City for Clyde's birthday. A great time was had by all at the luau Sandy planned and Alex kept everyone entertained with his request to "Pause the party, I have to go potty!"
Mothers' Day was very nice. I was able to spend it with Dustin and Alex as we drove back to Las Vegas and Dustin gave me some great dvds. Alex gave me some bath salts he made in school that I think got too much fragrance. They are in his bathroom now.
The school semester is almost over and that leaves me with only one class to go until I get my associate of arts. Its about stinkin' time! I've been working on it for a few years alternating between part and full-time while working and I'm thankful to almost be done.
Hopefully we'll get some pictures up soon. That part of the blog is pretty sad right now.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
How The Other Half Lives
And by Other Half, I mean those who live North of us. Specifically Canada. More specifically, Vancouver, BC.
Dustin has been doing some simulation training up there and I went up to visit last weekend. I pulled out my long sleeved shirts again and made sure I had a light jacket and flew up on Friday afternoon. Apparently meal service on airlines has gone the way of the Dodo bird. At least on Delta you can buy a "gourmet" sandwich for $8 cash, exact change only please.
But I digress. The flight was fine except for some weird chugging noises that sounded like a car engine that has a bad starter (Dustin assured me it was normal for the kind of plane I was on) and the very talkative woman next to me. Customs was a breeze and the walk out of the airport was very nice. I wish I had a picture of the homemade sign that said "Vancouver ----->". I'd hate to turn the other way and hit Quebec instead!
Dustin was waiting for me and as we waited for the shuttle, he asked what I thought of Vancouver. Always a smart aleck I said the airport was very nice. We got a laugh and by the time we made it to his hotel, we were ready for some dinner. The hotel was in Chinatown so we walked a block and found a few chinese restaurants that only took cash. A few minutes of looking for an ATM, admiring how pretty the money is up there and walking back to a restaurant that looked good and we were set. We opened the door and noticed we were the only non-Asians there. The menu was in Chinese with English translations on about half of the menu items. It was going to be delicious!
We weren't disappointed. The sweet and sour chicken was perfect and the chicken fried rice was better than any I've ever had. Dustin ordered curry chicken that wasn't quite what he expected and spicier than he liked but it was ok. Even the plain white rice was good! If you're in Vancouver/Richmond, I highly recommend Top Shanghai Restaurant on Ackroyd(I think) in Chinatown. I think even Kylene would be impressed and she's very picky about her chinese food after serving her mission in Hong Kong (right?).
Saturday we walked to the mall and bought Dustin some new work pants and a nice shirt. We ate at place that specilized in french fries and thought briefly about trying the gravy on top before opting for cheese dip. Then we found Maxims bakery. Oh the delicious smells wafting from that delightful store! We were completely full and still tried to determine if we had room for a weiner bun or cake. And the prices were soooo cheap! $0.80 for a weiner bun (hot dog in a roll) or a chicken and ham pie. Everything there was also in Chinese but with English subtitles.
Dustin had a training on Saturday early evening so I spent some time reading before we had dinner at a White Spot restaurant. Very tasty and decently priced.
Sunday was spent trying to get home and when that failed, we ordered some room service. Chicken quesadilla and some chicken fingers and fries. With plum sauce. Surprisingly good with the french fries.
Monday we were able to try the bakery finally and it was worth the wait. The bread was sweet and soft and left you full but wanting more.
It sounds like we did nothing but eat but we spent some time walking around Chinatown and enjoying the weather and lovely flowers. My last meal was at a local pub called The Foggy Dew and Dustin's bangers and mash was wonderful and my steak nice and tender.
The flight home was very quiet and went pretty fast. Dustin is expected home on Saturday and I've hinted that I'd like some rolls from Maxims if he's able to bring some home. I can't wait!
Dustin has been doing some simulation training up there and I went up to visit last weekend. I pulled out my long sleeved shirts again and made sure I had a light jacket and flew up on Friday afternoon. Apparently meal service on airlines has gone the way of the Dodo bird. At least on Delta you can buy a "gourmet" sandwich for $8 cash, exact change only please.
But I digress. The flight was fine except for some weird chugging noises that sounded like a car engine that has a bad starter (Dustin assured me it was normal for the kind of plane I was on) and the very talkative woman next to me. Customs was a breeze and the walk out of the airport was very nice. I wish I had a picture of the homemade sign that said "Vancouver ----->". I'd hate to turn the other way and hit Quebec instead!
Dustin was waiting for me and as we waited for the shuttle, he asked what I thought of Vancouver. Always a smart aleck I said the airport was very nice. We got a laugh and by the time we made it to his hotel, we were ready for some dinner. The hotel was in Chinatown so we walked a block and found a few chinese restaurants that only took cash. A few minutes of looking for an ATM, admiring how pretty the money is up there and walking back to a restaurant that looked good and we were set. We opened the door and noticed we were the only non-Asians there. The menu was in Chinese with English translations on about half of the menu items. It was going to be delicious!
We weren't disappointed. The sweet and sour chicken was perfect and the chicken fried rice was better than any I've ever had. Dustin ordered curry chicken that wasn't quite what he expected and spicier than he liked but it was ok. Even the plain white rice was good! If you're in Vancouver/Richmond, I highly recommend Top Shanghai Restaurant on Ackroyd(I think) in Chinatown. I think even Kylene would be impressed and she's very picky about her chinese food after serving her mission in Hong Kong (right?).
Saturday we walked to the mall and bought Dustin some new work pants and a nice shirt. We ate at place that specilized in french fries and thought briefly about trying the gravy on top before opting for cheese dip. Then we found Maxims bakery. Oh the delicious smells wafting from that delightful store! We were completely full and still tried to determine if we had room for a weiner bun or cake. And the prices were soooo cheap! $0.80 for a weiner bun (hot dog in a roll) or a chicken and ham pie. Everything there was also in Chinese but with English subtitles.
Dustin had a training on Saturday early evening so I spent some time reading before we had dinner at a White Spot restaurant. Very tasty and decently priced.
Sunday was spent trying to get home and when that failed, we ordered some room service. Chicken quesadilla and some chicken fingers and fries. With plum sauce. Surprisingly good with the french fries.
Monday we were able to try the bakery finally and it was worth the wait. The bread was sweet and soft and left you full but wanting more.
It sounds like we did nothing but eat but we spent some time walking around Chinatown and enjoying the weather and lovely flowers. My last meal was at a local pub called The Foggy Dew and Dustin's bangers and mash was wonderful and my steak nice and tender.
The flight home was very quiet and went pretty fast. Dustin is expected home on Saturday and I've hinted that I'd like some rolls from Maxims if he's able to bring some home. I can't wait!
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Must See TV
Ok, I've neglected this blog for over a week as I've tried to decide what to write about. I could be a good aunt and talk about my cute neices' or my adorable nephew's blessings. I could be a good mom and talk about Alex's 6th birthday. I could share the progress we are making towards the move to Denver.
But I'm not.
No, I thought I'd write about how excited I am about some of my favorite shows to come back! LOST, Grey's Anatomy and Ugly Betty! Yes, because I'm shallow like that.
TV has always been the way I unwind. Its easier for my brain to relax against the issues of the day if I can ignore them for a 22-48 minutes and concentrate on people who have problems far bigger than mine. I'll admit to watching Dancing With The Stars and even The Hills if I'm really bored. The writers' strike hit me where it hurt; my evening relaxation.
But, its been "worked out" and now I get to see what happens with Bailey, Betty and the Others! Will they get off the island? Will Meredith and McDreamy get back together and will anyone ever agree with me that Daniel is nursing a secret crush on Betty? So secret he doesn't even know its there!
Go ahead and mock me. Thursday nights are an internal struggle. Do I watch The Office and be thankful I don't work for Michael Scott or do I go for the science and gore of CSI: Las Vegas? The addition of the returning shows means I'll have to decide which one is more important to watch live. Its like Sophie's Choice! Two or three will be relegated to be watched online Friday. The horror of having to pick my favorite!
At least there aren't any commercials.
But I'm not.
No, I thought I'd write about how excited I am about some of my favorite shows to come back! LOST, Grey's Anatomy and Ugly Betty! Yes, because I'm shallow like that.
TV has always been the way I unwind. Its easier for my brain to relax against the issues of the day if I can ignore them for a 22-48 minutes and concentrate on people who have problems far bigger than mine. I'll admit to watching Dancing With The Stars and even The Hills if I'm really bored. The writers' strike hit me where it hurt; my evening relaxation.
But, its been "worked out" and now I get to see what happens with Bailey, Betty and the Others! Will they get off the island? Will Meredith and McDreamy get back together and will anyone ever agree with me that Daniel is nursing a secret crush on Betty? So secret he doesn't even know its there!
Go ahead and mock me. Thursday nights are an internal struggle. Do I watch The Office and be thankful I don't work for Michael Scott or do I go for the science and gore of CSI: Las Vegas? The addition of the returning shows means I'll have to decide which one is more important to watch live. Its like Sophie's Choice! Two or three will be relegated to be watched online Friday. The horror of having to pick my favorite!
At least there aren't any commercials.
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