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Advice Needed

June 12, 2012 by Mellie Dee 2 Comments

Wedding Invitations

Who’s been to a wedding or had a wedding? I need some advice.

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Another wedding invitation and no boy to go with.

I can actually invite someone to this one … so should I ask someone?

This time it’s my old high school best friend, Alyssa’s, wedding. Of course like everyone else, we got distant and we made our own friends so I don’t know who she’s inviting to the wedding. I don’t know if I would know anyone there but her and her family. I’m a little scared that if I don’t invite someone to come with, I will not know anyone. But then again if I do invite someone, they might get bored. Plus I’m afraid to ask someone. Bleugh. Don’t know what to do.

Workout Grind

I went to bed at 5am. Yes. I am horrible. I was hoping to have 7 hours of sleep and wake up around 12pm. But that didn’t happen.

Instead I woke up at 7am. Why?

Because Rocky needed to use the bathroom and eat breakfast so he jumped on my bed and licked my face.

Wonderful.

I’m not as sore as I thought I’d be when I woke up. Either the workout is not as intense as it should be or I didn’t give it my all like I should have. I’m sure I’ll feel the pain later on in the week.

Today’s workout:

45 min cardio

Done.

I was doing my outside Power Walk when it started to rain.

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I snapped this picture before that happened. What is up with people these days?! I would not want my kids to see stuff like this … if and whenever I do have kids.

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My 3 week plan all written out along with my Cool Down workouts. This makes me more accountable. Whoop! 19 days to go!

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I’ve been eating scrambled eggs with veggies and then lately adding avocados in. Broccoli the first day. Cauliflower the next. Then Spinach because I want to be like Popeye.

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Yum! 86% is very bitter but it’s so sweet in my mouth. One square = great dessert!

Let me know if you can answer my wedding question. It’ll be much appreciated!

Filed Under: Health & Fitness

Workout Grind

June 12, 2012 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Starbucks Date

With Michelle!

But before that, I was at Walgreens and I bumped into an old Junior High/High School peer, Victoria Z. She’s grown up to a beautiful women. We caught up for a bit and then went our separate ways. It’s always nice to see old schoolmates doing well.

Anyway, I went to Michelle’s workplace and then we walked to Starbucks. We talked for an hour and a half about jobs and boyfriends her boyfriend and the one I like that won’t ever be. Stupid distance. He probably doesn’t even remember me anymore. Embarrassed smile

I’m split. I love being home because I get to see my friends here more but I miss everyone in SA. Everyone who I’ve learned to truly open up with and has made a big impact in my life. In the back of my mind I know I’ll never see 1/3 of them ever again. Sad? It’s the truth.

Workout Grind

I have 3 weeks until Hong Kong so I’m trying to get ready for it. All that walking in the heat is going to kill me.

I found a 3 week workout that’s suppose to get you in shape for Spring Break but Spring Break … Hong Kong … same difference, right?

30 minute cardio
Arm: 3 sets of 12 with 5 lb. weight
     – Tricep Extensions
     – Bicep Curls
     – Pushups
     – Shoulder Presses
Ab: 3 sets
     – Plank – 30 sec hold
     – Crunches – 12 center, 12 left, 12 right
Leg: 3 sets
     – Forward Lunges – 12 right, 12 left
     – Squats – 10
     – Wall Sits – 30 sec hold

For the cardio, since I have a sprained ankle, I power walked for 30 minutes with Rocky.

It was a struggle with the leg workouts but I powered through. Especially with the wall sits. I will do those amazingly one day!

I didn’t do a warm-up but I did do a cool down.

Calf Raise Down
Lying Straight, Leg to Chest
Stretch Lying
Toe Grab
One Leg Over
Looking at Ceiling
Lying Trunk Twists

Now I feel so powerful. Twenty more days to go!

Cannot wait for my ankle to heal so I can do my runs! Smile

Filed Under: Health & Fitness

2012 Houston Beer Fest

June 10, 2012 by Mellie Dee 1 Comment

Sissy found a deal on some website for tickets to the beer fest for less than $15. She bought 3 tickets. One for me, herself, and Brett.

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So to beer fest we go on June 9th. It was scheduled to rain so I was very happy when by the time we left, it didn’t. It rained after we left. Good luck?

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They give everyone a cup with a map and 10 tickets. Tickets used to get drinks. whooo!

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It was so hot. Sweat. Sweat. Sweat.

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Only some of the beer brands we tried. Yum. I’ve never tried so much beer in one “sitting”.

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They sold beer holding belt buckles. Ridiculous? I agree.

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I bought a sausage because I was so hungry. All I had was 2 scrambled eggs. Gotta eat if I wanted to stay sober from all that drinking. Winking smile

$3 for that sausage … waste. It was very juicy though and filling.

Sissy and I went with my mum last year to their Inaugural 2011 Houston Beer Fest. And I must say, this one was definitely way better. It had to be because if they failed again, they will never have costumers again.

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Pappas Bar-B-Q
8777 South Main
Houston, Texas
(713) 432-1107
www.pappasbbq.com

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Rib Combo [1beef, 2 pork, 3 baby back ribs + 2 sides of your choice] | $12.95

I got the Mac ‘n Cheese side for Sissy. And the Yams for myself. I only at one and gave the rest away. It was too dang sweet with that brown sugar. I didn’t eat that slice of bread either. Smile

The beef was dry. But the pork and baby back ribs were delicious. I will come back here again for those two things. Smile

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Got this in the mail tonight. I cannot wait to see them walk down the aisle. I wish I had a boy … friend to go with to all these weddings. Smile with tongue out

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries

Remodeling

June 7, 2012 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

Reunion with Tan

I haven’t seen an old friend of mine, Tan, for 2+ years. And today we did what we always do. Go to the mall.

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I’ve been doing Paleo but that dang food court didn’t have anything Paleo so I went for the Philly Cheesesteak Wrap. If I’m going to break my eats, I’m going to go all the way. And I got a bag of chips. I know, I know. I declared today as cheat day.

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After lunch we walked around the mall for over 2 1/2 hours. Since he paid for my lunch, I paid for our dessert. Yum! I’m not a fan of cookies, but I was craving some.

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On the way home, I took the long way and passed by my old high school. Don’t be fooled. My high school was at least 1/2 a mile long with two floors. This doesn’t count the Athletic part of the high school. I know they say college is the time of your lives but I really, really loved high school. I knew who I was and who I belonged with. Now I feel lost.

Remodeling

Since I’m home now. For good. With a job and all. I’m going to remodel my room. Excited. I have a plan set out and I’m ready for changes!

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I cleaned up a bit before realizing I need to take a picture since these changes will be dramatic.

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Halfway there. I’m done for the day. Time to rest up for another day of clean up.

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It’s been thundering really loud and I’m scared! So Rocky is sleeping with me tonight. I haven’t been sleeping on either of the beds and have been on the floor. Lucky him. Winking smile

Filed Under: Miscellaneous

2012 Summer Road Trip | Day 4

June 6, 2012 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

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Day started out with having to say goodbye to our hotel. It was time for brunch and heading back to Houston.

Don’t you just love the décor at this hotel? It’s called The Ambassador. Check it out. It has an old feel to it. Love.

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Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
429 Decatur Street
New Orleans, Louisiana
(504) 522-5800
www.bubbagump.com

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Mama Blue’s Shrimp Gumbo [with select fish and sausage] | Cup $5.29 Bowl $7.29

Super watery. Liked the gumbo from Pompano Joe’s in Florida better.

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Captain’s Fish & Chips [traditional beer battered] | $12.99

The fish was flaky but it was not anything special. The batter was actually very light and airy. The fries were normal … a little leaning to the side of getting hard.

Some of the girls wanted real food before Café du Monde so we went here unplanned. It wasn’t that great. I wouldn’t care to go to another Bubba Gump’s in the future. If I do, I’ll definitely get something else.

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After our meal, we walked pass some horses. This is me feeding one a carrot. He’s actually part mule/donkey because they’re better for pulling a carload of people.

Anyway, he pretty much slobbered all over my hand. I walked like a speed of light to wash my hand at our next destination:

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Café du Monde
800 Decatur Street
New Orleans, Louisiana
(504) 525-4544
www.cafedumonde.com

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Jenny and I did those little penny machines. Instant souvenir.

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Café au Lait (Coffee) | $3.87

Beignets [order of 3 French donuts] | $2.42

The coffee had no taste to it. It was an add-your-own-sugar type deal. After that, instant yum. I’m in no way a coffee drinker but it was so good. I wish I had more.

The beignets were so warm and gooey from the powered sugar. We had two orders and shared it with everyone else. Yum, yum. I only ate one and a quarter. I wish I had more!

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The group before going into the car and heading home. Trip ends.

Those were the longest and shortest 4 days of trip ever.

I cannot wait when Hong Kong trip comes. All those wonderful eateries. Cannot wait! Eeep!

Filed Under: Eateries & Drinkeries, Travel Tagged With: Sightseeing

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