Clik here to view.
Give Me All You Have
Be warned: part of the reason I started this blog was as a way to process my emotional experiences involved with dancing (i.e. me and life). Today’s post is definately a selfish one – one in which I’m...
View ArticleClik here to view.
My Expensive Alien Hand
I’m so glad that holidays are finally over! Why? Because they really threw a wrench in my normal routine. Dance classes were cancelled, or I was working extra hours to make up the time taken off....
View ArticleClik here to view.
This Week So Far
I know, I know, my life is SO exciting! Well, not really, but I still feel the need to process my experiences, and guess what, that is what I do here on the blog. In any case, I don’t think this will...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Running Blindly
Today was a satisfying day. First off, it was an unexpected day off. Yesterday they canceled overtime for the weekend. I’ve been needing some “off” time – time to rejuvenate, connect with life outside...
View ArticleClik here to view.
I’m Deconditioned But Not Decomissioned
So yesterday when I woke up I didn’t know that I’d be working out with my new trainer at the gym because I didn’t know that I was going to hire one. In case you didn’t know, I’ve been hitting it pretty...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Good Effort
So my Tuesdays and Thursdays now look like this: In the morning I wake up. I feel sore and tired and just plain bad. My allergies are atrocious and I have to clear out all my sinuses. And my asthma is...
View ArticleClik here to view.
It All Begins And Ends With Fat
I had a really great double lesson with Ivan this morning. This is the difference having a solid goal and time frame in place makes. Because I’ve put the down payment on participating in 80 heats in...
View ArticleClik here to view.
I’m Eating Like A Freakin’ Hobbit!
The countdown to People’s Choice is inching along. Three weeks from tonight about this time I will be reflecting on my performances in American Rhythm and getting a good night’s rest to face Latin the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How Are You Doing, RockStar?
So since I’m on this mission to transform my body and shed a ton of weight and all, I decided that I might expand the blogs I follow to include those that resonate with me about the weight release...
View ArticleClik here to view.
You Have A Strong Heart
My niece had a runny nose when we took her to the mall this weekend to Build-a-Bear and I’m convinced she gave me a slight cold. This wouldn’t be a big deal except for the fact that my allergies are...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Results
First thing Saturday morning was the time I’d decided upon. My feet shuffled over tan stone tiles as bright sunshine lit every corner of the bathroom. I gently tapped the glass rectangle to awaken the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Looks Like You’re Buying For A Decent Size Family
Ivan tells me I no longer look like the “Wal-Mart lady.” Or the Michelin man. No, I’ve moved up. I’m now the “Trader Joe’s lady.” “Higher quality food,” he says. “Maybe not Dolce and Gabanna just...
View ArticleClik here to view.
My Toes Are Numb! People’s Choice Recap
Oh me, oh my. Another competition in the books. And yes, my toes are numb. From dancing 80 heats in heels. Ballroom isn’t all glamour behind the scenes you know….it is sweat and hard work, and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
I Should Be In Bed Right Now
I really should. I’m exhausted after a big workout with my trainer this morning which blasted my glutes and thighs so much so that they are sore tonight already and I know tomorrow will be a pain-fest,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
My Body, The Betrayer
The past three mornings, including this one, have been so, so difficult. I am tired of shedding tears over this but they won’t stop and every time I find a place to be calm, a new knife slices me open....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Four Ounces Of Potato
I was really proud of myself today. I guestimated the size of potato to chop off that would be four ounces and when I weighed it, it was right on the money! What does this have to do with dance? I...
View ArticleClik here to view.
It’s Emotional
Sorry no vlog today, ha ha! The truth is that the past few days have been awesome as well as emotional and I’m feeling the need for some writing therapy. I need to just “write it out” today….that or...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Dear Body
Dear body, What the hell is going on? My heart is broken. I’m a mess and in anguish. I’ve been feeding you cleaner and healthier foods than ever before. I’ve given you supplements, exercise, rest. I’ve...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Clean Eating, Challenge, Change, Consistency, Commitment
I am extremely grateful to find myself in a most clear, determined, and single-minded space after a week laden with emotional turmoil (as well as a little bit of humor.) As I continue this journey,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Calculus Of The Body
Hello lovelies! It’s hard to sit down and write a blog post when you are obsessed with the Olympics! Seriously – they are so addicting. And it’s so interesting watching them this year, because my...
View Article
