5 things.

1. This winter has been abnormally mild. 

In some ways, I enjoy the more mild weather when I am out walking or running with the dog. However, I wish there was white snow, rather than the muddy, wet grossness that is the current state outside right now. I wish we could enjoy more winter activities while it is (supposed to be) here. Or I wish the temperature was just a little warmer with some more sun to make us feel like it's spring. In the end, it would just make me happy if the weather would just make up it's mind and be either Winter or Spring. This in between is getting tiring.  

2. Post-blood type diet - I am thoroughly enjoying food again. 

The diet was not for me and although I am indulging a little than I probably should - it's nice to be back. I think my favourites to be enjoying again are cheese (all kinds), tea, peppers, anything mexican, steak and bacon. YUM!!

The secret (ok it isn't really a secret) is out - I LOVE food. And am thoroughly enjoying it again.

(Past posts about this diet can be viewed here)

3. I can't believe March is just around the corner (tomorrow to be exact!). 

Time seems to be flying so my wish in #1 might come true soon, and we will hopefully have some spring-like weather more often than not! March is also a very busy month for Matty and I. We have 3 road trips planned to visit fun people and places. 

4. Next week (or the week after) - my friend and I are challenging each other to not wear black. 

I own a LOT of black. I wear it almost everyday in some piece of clothing or another. So bring on the colour challenge to kick start early spring! A few exceptions include: black tights, black shoes (or I would have nothing to wear on my feet!) and a pattern with black is ok (we are meeting on Thursday to work out all the challenge details). 

5. Most of the time my brain thinks in random thoughts like this. 

No connection to each other, no flow, just random things floating around with no where to go. I think that is why I like this blog...it captures the random thoughts for me so I can move on with my day to other equally as random things.

(I am pretty sure this is one of the things about me that drives Matty nuts!)

bonus: 
A am currently loving this song!

weekend adventures.

It was a great weekend. 
After starting off feeling rather sick on friday...my body seemed to push it through quickly. 
Matty and I went up to visit some friends and enjoy some fun in the snow, with some delicious food, 90s trivial pursuit, and some brewskies. 


Here is a little video recap. 
http://vimeo.com/37486308

dreaming of....

In 2005 I went on an adventure around the world with a friend of mine. we visited...

London (England. not Ontario), New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, 

Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Bali. 

A co-worker has just returned from visiting Cambodia and Bali. It has made me reminisce about my trip and the wonderful memories I have.  

So here are a few pics of 

bali beaches.

 

 photos by a*imrie on Flickr.

this weekend involved....

dropping off some pretty flowers to a pretty lady. 

visits and pictures with little gwen. 

watched bad teacher. 

and then the westminster dog show (rufus was LOVING it).

hosted dinner for 4. meat-a-licious was a success.

visited the family and had some snuggle time with madeline (!) 

had date day...brunch and a matinee. 

4 days off in a row is FABULOUS.

eat right for your type. week 3

Well it has been 2 full weeks of eating for my blood type. 


so far I have noticed the following: 

• I am constantly hungry
• I am moody and mainly grumpy
• I have put on 5lbs
• I feel less bloating and seem to have had less "feeling fat" days - but I don't get either of those very often anyways.

The first 3 items are enough for me to conclude this diet is not for me! 

I am going to continue following the diet, while slowly adding things I have eliminated and missed to see how my body reacts as I re-introduce them. 

So far I added butter yesterday, and there was no reaction at all. No more dry toast! Yippee! 

Today I had my first black tea (plain old orange pekoe) in 15 days and boy did I miss it! It wasn't as smooth of a re-introduction as the butter, so I will be sure to limit my intake.

So that is that. Half way through the month! 

xo.a

valentines day.

I am not one to fuss over Valentine's day. 


I don't agree with asking people (mainly men) to fork out all this money for expensive flowers, jewellery and chocolates because the calendar (or a business) says so. 


I do, however, agree with celebrating love. I am blessed to have a lot of people around me who I love and am lucky to have a pretty great guy to share it all with. 


So instead of opting for spending money - we are going to make one of our favourite meals and really enjoy just being us...together...in our comfy pants...eating some favourite foods.
That to me...is absolute happiness. 


xo.a

the good, the bad, the ugly

The Ugly. 

~My mood these days (can we say grumpy?!)

~The forecast of minus 20 degrees Celsius tomorrow...so cold.

The Bad. 

~Finding dog hair in my cup of tea....super gross.

~Realizing I haven't used my camera since the Winter Wonderland Weekend...what is WRONG with me?! 

~The shopping withdrawal I am going through. Must stay strong and save instead of spend.

The Good. 

~An upcoming MOVIE filled weekend

~Just the weekend...in general

~The new show SMASH 

~My (soon-to-be) sister in law is going to teach me how to knit, score!

~Sunshine. It's all around Toronto these days and it is glorious (except for today)

~Honey and Avocado's. I put that sh*t on everything!

~My friend is having a baby today!!!!! 
~My dog when he pushes his face into my body when he is feeling sucky. It's ah-dorable! 

Maybe on a more positive spin - I will change this next week to The Bad, The Good, The FABULOUS?! I clearly have more in the positive column than in the Ugly column. 

Also, I am thinking of doing a new fabulous project when my birthday rolls around (not till May...I told you I was a planner).