Picture Perfect Weekend!

Yeah, it was fun!  Happy Labor Day to you all!!!

It's a birthday weekend!

I had the best time on my birthday! 

It started with a killer workout with a friend (TurboFire HIIT 30) and I really ninja-kicked those sumo burpees, calories were burned like crazy and I was sweating buckets!  Loved it!!!

Then I HAD to take half of Brian's massage.  He overbooked himself and someone had to suffer through it!!!  It was glorious!

Lunch with Brian and friends was great AND Danny bought our lunch, he's such a great guy!!

I went to run a few errands and then because I broke/chipped my tooth, I was fortunate enough to get into the dentist.  Not many people look forward to a dentist appointment, especially on your birthday, but I was so glad.  He got me fixed up in a hurry and I was on my way.....

Brian and the kids took me to dinner.  We went to the Japanese Steakhouse and it was delicious as usual.  Madelyn did NOT like the fire.  She was a bit scared after that anytime the chef would produce smoke.  She even told me that she didn't like it at all!  I think she was relieved when we left.

Then on a spur of the moment decision - Brian asked if anyone had cake and the answer was no, so we went to Orange Leaf!

I had to share my gift of new sunglasses that I got, I  had tossed them in my purse and this is what I pulled out.....

Madelyn thought they were a LOT of fun!  

When we got to the lake, our friends were here to greet us and let us know that they had missed us....

The last time we were here (4th of July), the babies had their spots still.  They are growing up so fast LOL!!

It's been such a strange summer for us, I have missed our lake time.  Usually we spend a lot of time here, but i think we've been here 3-4 times this summer.  That makes me sad, but I'm going to enjoy the time we have now!

We have friends staying with us and today a LOT of friends are coming down to enjoy the lake with us!  I can NOT wait!!

We are going to have a big bbq ( I am making Mama Pea's black bean burgers - YUM!) and there will be boating, swimming, tubing and who knows what else.  Last night there was a bit of a QUEEN sing-a-long!!! 

I brought my workouts, but didnt' do one yesterday.  I have been having some vertigo and just didn't feel good.  I'm feeling so much better today and ready to do something this morning!  I am bummed that I missed yesterday since I had to take my rest day earlier in the week.  Not sure how I am going to make it up, but I'll figure something out!

So, I better get going now and get started  on this fun party!  Hope you all enjoy your day, find some joy in the little things you do!!!

REMINDER:  You only have until Sept 5 to pre-order your P90X2.  I got mine ordered, got the Ultimate package so I could get the spiky foam roller.  I am so excited about it.  If you have any questions, let me know!

It's a family tradition!

Wow, another busy week.  I've been trying to get caught up so that we can have a nice 4th weekend! 

I'm also doing my Insanity workouts.  My legs are so stinkin' sore!  Broke out the foam roller last night and feeling better this morning!  If you aren't using a foam roller, check out my video on how to use one.  It makes such a difference for me!

These workouts are hard!  I get so red-faced, it takes an hour for me to cool down! 

You can get a foam roller at most stores (Wal-Mart, Target, Academy).  It really will help you and your muscle soreness.  Read my post about alleviating muscle soreness to refresh your memory on what I do.

We are heading to the lake tomorrow.  I am loving these long weekends!!  Friends are coming and I'm excited to get on the water and have some fun!  Every year we watch the fireworks on the lake.  We load up the boat and get a good spot early on, it's a bit crazy out there and then wait for dark and the show!  It's pretty cool on the water. 

A few years ago, I was in NYC for the 4th, that was one of the best shows I've seen!

It's hard to get good photos of the fireworks!!

 

Discussion:  Do you have a 4th of July tradition?

More lake fun!

We are so glad that our friends from Kansas City have come down to the lake for a visit!  We enjoy spending time with them and I just love having our friends around!

The family is coming as well.  Chase, Meredith and Madelyn got here last night and Nick and Jake will be here sometime today.  It's gonna be a grand ol' time!

We are going to see the fireworks two nights in a row.  We will boat out and see the show.  It's a lot of fun.  This time last year, I was in NYC with family and friends.  The fireworks there were absolutely spectacular.  We had so much fun in the big city and I can't wait to go back. 

I'll be sure to take a lot of photos.

I went to the farmer's market today and got some kohlrabi, baby bok choy and radishes along with tomatoes.  We enjoyed the tomatoes today.  I'm planning on finding a good recipe for the rest of it.
I took some really good photos, but Brian has the camera, so you will have to wait to see them!
It looks so pretty! 

Off to take the girls parasailing, hoping that it quits raining.  I'm thinking sunny thoughts!

Discussion:  what are your 4th of July traditions?

Family Fun Times!

Hopefully, you are going to take a little time today for some pampering. Enjoy it while you can!

Last weekend, we were at the lake. Madelyn had a great time in the water and we got some cute photos of her!! I hope you don't mind me sharing a couple. She's just so darn cute (sounds like every other grandparent in the world!!)

Jake forgot to bring shoes to swim in the lake with, this is what he came up with.  We were laughing so hard.  It reminded me of when the women in China would bind their feet to keep them small.  He was trying to walk in them, didn't do a very good job and his feet hurt afterwards!

I am in the mood for ice cream.  I am thinkingI will make some today.  I love the cookbook Vice Cream for the best vegan ice cream

Not sure what kind I will make, but I'll be sure to take some photos.  If you don't eat dairy - you should get this cookbook!  YUM!!!!!

I got some great looking squash and eggplant from a friend!  I'm going to make eggplant stacks.  I'll be posting the photos and the recipe on Monday!  Something to look forward to. We are also going to the Shrimp Boil today.  It is a fund-raiser for the local Y, it will be a lot of fun, Brian is helping with the cooking! 

Lake fun and father's day!

We so enjoy coming to our lake place and just hanging out, playing on the water and having a good time with friends and family!

How about a little down time in the hammock? 

Get your suit on and let's go on the boat!

We came down last night and sitting on the deck listening to the birds is so relaxing.  This morning a momma deer and her baby walked through our yard.  The fawn was jumping and playing and then they wandered off.
It was so cool and I love seeing all the animals around. Of course, my camera was in the house!

Today we don't have much planned, the kids are here with Miss Madelyn, a little swimming a little cookout and then tomorrow Nick and Jake are coming for Father's Day.

It is one of my favorite ways to unwind and take it easy.  Spending time with friends and family!

My back is bothering me again.  It hasn't hurt like this in a while, not since I first hurt it doing Insanity.  So, I'm laying off the exercise, stretching and a little yoga are on the agenda for the next few days.  I'm a little upset about it, I really wanted to start Turbo Fire on Tuesday.  It is scheduled to be here on Monday.  I'm so excited to get it!  Can Not Wait, and now I have to listen to my body and let it heal before I go full blast again.

I am looking to add members to my team of Beachbody Coaches.  If this is something you would like to do, please let me know.  We need people that want to help others get healthy and fit!!!!  It is a fun and rewarding job for sure!  If you are in my area, we are having a Beachbody Biz Opportunity meeting on Tuesdays.  Let me know and I'll get the info to you so you can come and check it out!

I'll be back for Fit Club Monday night, so in the meantime, have a wonderful Father's day to all the fathers out there.  Enjoy your day with your family!

Happy Father's Day Daddy!  I love you and miss you and can't wait to see you soon!!!

lake fun

We are having a blast at the lake this weekend. The first day was just Brian and I and we relaxed had some amazing Pom Wonderful margaritas and saw a beautiful sunset!

The kids came down yesterday and we had a wonderful day.  Friends, family and fun!  Boating, swimming, eating and relaxing!

Today is another day of relaxation.   Chase Meredith and Madelyn are here and we are just taking it easy.  Got a great family dinner planned tonight.  Watermelon margaritas are coming up and then kebobs (veggie for me!) with green beans and new potatoes and salad!  Doesn't get much better than that!  More photos to follow!

It will be hard to go home to reality tomorrow!