Color Run San Diego 2012

This weekend was the Color Run in San Diego. It was the first 5k I've ever participated in. Although I didn't run much of it, I felt it was definitely worth my time. It was so much fun running through all the different color stations and then enjoying the color party at the end with my girlfriends. Sometimes it's difficult to find inner peace with life constantly moving at such a fast pace but Saturday I felt better. I was around positive people and I was having so much fun. I forgot about my miserable week of eating candy and drinking Diet Coke and I was just happy. Ahh... inner peace. I loved having my friend Nicole out here from Hawai'i for the Color Run. Girl time at it's best!

 

An amazing weekend full of fun, laughter, and color! What more could a girl ask for?

Btw - I'm back. For good! New layout, new blog name, new approach. Hope you stick around for the fun.

Love,

"Wicked," baby!

Last Saturday I was fortunate enough to see "Wicked" with Jessica. It was such a fun experience. We both decided to get dolled up for the occasion. Anytime I can whip out my red lipstick, I know it's going to be a good time! There's something about red lipstick that makes me feel sexy. Did I just say "sexy"? Yes I did! But anyway, after our hike that morning, Jessica and I rushed home and rested for the evening's events. Our seats were in the way back (waaay back) but it was okay because we rented binoculars for $5. Not bad on top of our $32 dollar tickets. The songs and acting were great, I was singing "Popular" in my head all week. After the play we went to sushi and I indulged in a couple of drinks. 

Trying to look cute! This was the first time I wore these wedges that I found at Ross!

A close up of my necklace and red lips. 

At Civic Theatre in Downtown San Diego!

Jessica matched the parking garage!

Jessica looking cute in her dress outside the theatre.

Inside the lobby.

Inside the theatre. That dragon was only used once which I found strange since it was a focal point during the whole play!

Adjusting the binoculars before the show begins!

And I'm just being goofy before the show begins... 

Definitely a fun night for me! I need to think of something to reward myself with once I get to the 200's. I'm getting there before September... or at least, that's what I'm challenging myself to! 

Until next time, keep smiling. 

Surviving Birthday Parties and Girl's Nights Out

A few Saturdays ago was my friend, Yajaira's, birthday. I didn't plan very well and ended up munching on a small meal before heading to her party. It was almost torture to sit there and stare at her dessert table. I didn't want to eat sweets because I was hungry and I knew if I started chowing on them I wouldn't be able to stop. That's the problem with me, I just can't stop sometimes. I love sweets and eating less of them has definitely taught me some self discipline. And of course, eating less sweets has made me feel better. I'm still trying to practice moderation but man, do I have a sweet tooth!! 

Me in my 1920's gear! I had to dig through my closet for all these pieces!

With my friend, Victoria. She's an amazing lady.

Always loved this picture.

The dessert table!

Happy 29th Yajaira! She's a great party planner - I told her to start a business so I can work with her, hehe!

This is the dessert that I did indulge in...

Victoria and I goofing around with the display pieces

Finally having a good conversation on the phone! Ha!

After Yajaia's birthday, I promised some friends I would meet them for drinks at Hamilton's. Hamilton's is my favorite bar because it's laid back and people tend to leave you alone. We sat at this table all night and chatted and laughed. It was great to be around such positive energy. I did get a bit carried away. Alcohol is one of the things I've been trying to have less of and for the most part, I don't drink as often as I did. My trainer and I had a conversation about beer one day and I told him that with my lifestyle, I refuse to give up beer. He accepted it but as time went on, I found myself wanting it less and less. An occasional beer won't throw me off, in my personal opinion. On to the fun!

With my girlfriends enjoying some delicious beer.

I think Joanna is enjoying this a little too much!

There ya go Jessica! Finish that beer!

Ending the night with amazing girls and lots of laughs. It's so important for me to find this peace through all the ups and downs in my life. 

How do I survive these type of nights, you ask? Well, I don't have them very often. I'm not a huge drinker and if I do go out to meet friends I usually stick to one beer (because I'm driving). I'm also very honest with myself. For example, the sweets at Yajaira's party, I could have gone to town on them but I knew I was going to make myself feel bad about them later. I don't need to eat sweets and I managed a decent meal with some pasta (sans meat) and a little bit of bread. When I was at the bar, I really wanted to order food but I also knew I wouldn't be happy with the choices. I'm trying to be picky about what I type of food I use my money on. That's been helpful for me. What's helpful for you? 

Until next time, keep smiling!

Hiking a "Mountain"

Last week, Jessica (The Jessica L Blog) and I went on a hike in Mission Trails. It was a great 2 hour hike with lots of bugs and sweat! Jessica and I walked around the lake - or at least tried to - but we quickly realized that we were at a dead end. I decided to show her to dam and on the way we passed by a hill (pictured below). Jessica asked me where the hill went to and if I ever hiked it. I laughed and said of course not. That's when it hit me. I need to hike that hill. I felt challenged, not by Jessica, but by myself. I asked her if she wanted to and of course, she said yes. I dreaded walking up that steep hill (or at least it looked steep to me). I was worried I was going to get stuck half way and embarrass myself. I've never been much of an uphill hiker and so the thought of it was very daunting. However, I had my dog Junior helping me and I was so excited when I made it up that hill. Sweating and breathing hard - my heart rate reached 187. I was just so happy I made it up. I looked out and over Mission Trails and I felt proud. It made me realize how important it is for me to confront my fears and to challenge myself. 

Here's Junior helping me up the hill. Actually, he really wanted to meet the dog that the people ahead of me had walking with them. Of course, never thinking of me! 

The top of the hill! I made it! I danced! I laughed! I cried! I screamed! Okay, I didn't do any of that but I sure was proud of myself! 

Now, we had to walk through here and then make a right to the dam. Going down hill was difficult with a pulling dog.

A perfect picture spot!

Jessica and Stella taking the lead. It looked like we were in an "enchanted" forest. No, not really but it sure was pretty! 

Oh, thanks Junior for participating. The end of a lovely hike with a lovely girl and our lovely dogs! Now we get to celebrate with frozen yogurt courtesy of Golden Spoon!

Until next time, keep smiling! 




Kristen