Movie Week

So normally, I never see a movie while it's still in theaters. Why? Several reasons....

1. I don't want to pay an arm and a leg plus a little small dog just to see a movie.
2. I never have the time.
3. I never have the time, did I already say that?


Well, as part of my whole "doing me" thing I've decided to start making time for myself. So this week I've been hitting the movie theater. The first movie I saw was with the hubster. We checked out Iron Man 2 last Friday night. AWESOME movie. I'm not going to give away the movie. But if you like Robert Downey Jr. and love him without his shirt, you need to see it. The storyline is good and there is a lot of action. But obviously, you should know that seeing as how it is an action movie.

The second movie I saw on happenstance. I needed a breather and had to get out of the house. Otherwise, you all would of saw my face flash across the screen on the late night news for smacking the crap off my husband. Seriously, I felt like I was going to pull a Rochelle from Everybody Hates Chris and knock him back into childhood. So instead of beating the man to death, I decided to do the alternative and go for a walk. So after the walk, I was still feeling upset and decided to just drive. I ended up at the movie theater and decided to see Just Wright. This is the movie with Queen Latifah and Common. Honestly, I don't like them as a couple. But the movie was nice. The storyline was a little predictable thanks to the fifty million commercials that gave away the whole movie. But, it was still worth seeing. Plus, it had a lot of actors in the movie I wasn't expecting like Pam Greer and James Pickett Jr (Chief from Grey's Anatomy).

The last movie I just got back from was Sex and The City 2. Absolutely LOVED it. The fashion. Samantha. The fashion. Samantha. Yes, I just repeated the same sentences. The movie was just that great to me. Now one thing to know about me is I'm always trying to save a dollar. So instead of getting swindled and going on opening night. I decided to wait a day and go before 6pm. Paid only $3.25!

ITS TOO DAMN HOT!!!!!!

Seriously! It's only MAY. And we've been hitting the 90s already. I don't even want to know what the actual summer will be like. I've been fighting a heat migraine for the past two days now. My head feels as if it will explode. No matter how much I hydrate, the migraines only let up for a few hours only to return again. Seriously, this is RIDICULOUS! Right now, my migraines are in remission. But I spent the majority of the day and last night miserable because of my pounding head and my crying bladder. Thankfully, Kroger has all of its store brand popsicles on sale. Which I gladly took advantage of. I've drank so much water, my body screamed for joy when I gave it something else.

UGH. I hate Texas summers.

ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!!! I Forgot!!

I had a super nifty topic to blog on today and I totally forgot what it was. I was at work and thought about trying to email it to myself, but I didn't have the time. UGH!!! Now I don't have anything to talk about except me forgetting what I had wanted to talk about it. I'll be back once I remember.....

He Plays Me Like a Fiddle...I'm So Ashamed

You see this face? THIS is the face of a precious little boy. Who steals my breath away. BUT, who also has a history of playing me like a fiddle. Look at him! Can you believe he is quickly becoming a terror to his older brothers? That he takes their toys while they are still playing with them and screams bloody murder if they try to get them back? How about him throwing a fit if he sees other people eating and he doesn't have anything. Doesn't matter if he *just* ate. No one is allowed to have food unless he has food. Or how about asking for a hug when you're eating a cookie and then when you're not paying attention, take a bite of your cookie. Oh the list goes on. And, I'm sure as he gets older, the list will get much longer. But who can resist that face? That smirk, those eyes, those super chunky cheeks. Oh little one, how you play me for a fool. And oh how your brothers pay the price older siblings have paid for years at the hands of their younger siblings.

No MO Bag, But I DID Score Some Other Goodies

So yesterday, I was just too damn lazy to drive to Plano to get one of the MO bags. I decided instead to just take my happy ass to Wal-Mart. Where not only did I get hit on (*blush*), I found out that those Rolling Stones magazine covers bags I've been coveting for sometime are FINALLY on clearance. For $3!!!!! I couldn't of asked for a better deal. I got quite a few because well, they're just awesome. I am still planning to get one of those MO bags.

In other news, I've got nothing, lol. Things are still the same. I DID lose a whole pound. Go Makita, go Makita. It ain't your birthday, but that's okay though. LOL. Mainly, I've done it through watching what I've been eating because I haven't worked out much this week. Oh well, I know I'll get back to it tomorrow. I have kept up my walking though so that I am still getting some exercise.

Gimme Me Some MO

As in Michelle Obama. I absolutely ADORE our First Lady. She is definitely the business. So today I am on a quest to find this shopping bag featuring our First Lady of Fabulous. Wish me luck!

Sooooo Over Sookie Stackhouse

I am. I really am. Now, while I'm pissed at the series which really means I'm pissed with the author. I'm going to give Charlaine Harris another chance. Just not with the Southern Vampire series aka the Sookie Stackhouse books. Contrary to what some geniuses believe it is NOT the True Blood series. Despite the new covers, I repeat, IT IS NOT THE TRUE BLOOD SERIES. Got it? Good. Now, I really do like the Lily Bard series. So I will continue reading them. But I'm done with SV series. Why? I'm just simply tired of the inconsistencies and the fact that the stories just seems to be lack luster now that their is a tv series.

In other news, I don't have any, lol. Things are still the same. I'm still working out with Billy. I did buy the P90X. An AWESOME score off Craigslist. Only $65!!!! Sweet. So anyway, my ass needs to be in shape to handle P90X because it is INTENSE. So I'm currently working on getting my ass in shape so I can use the P90X to make my ass look nice.

Ooh Chile My Ass is Fat

Seriously. So I finally got around to exercising. Yeah me!!! And somehow I was able to keep up with Billy. Although, that's not really a surprise as I'm still active. Just not an active exerciser. But whoo chile my ass is fat! I took my measurements today and I am NOT happy. Ironically, it's been almost a year since I last measured myself. So let's take a look at where I was this time last year...

05/15/09
Waist-34 inches
Body Fat-32.7%
Hips-38.5 inches
Thighs- (L-21 inches) (R-20 3/4 inches)
Pants size- 10/11
BMI-25.42
Weight-157.5lbs


Now, let's see where I am today.

05/12/10
Waist- 39.5 inches
Body Fat- 32.45%
Hips- 43 inches
Thighs- (L-27 inches) (R- 27 inches)
Pants size- 13/14
BMI- 30.34%
Weight- 188lbs


So as you can see, I'm doing something wrong. It's like all the Little Debbie and Otis Spunkmeyer I've been eating has planted a fat baby inside my stomach. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't disappointed in myself. Because I know better. But the truth of the matter is I've been going through some major depression and major grief. And despite all the friends and family I have, I always turn to food first. *sigh* But if I made a commitment to myself last year then I can do it again this year. So I, Makita, am committing to taking care of myself spiritually, physically, and emotionally. I've been doing really good in the spiritual and emotional departments. Now it's time to step it up and complete the whole package.

Now for the accountability.... Every 2 weeks I will weigh myself. I've taken a before picture (warning: it is NOT pretty), but I will not be taking a photo every 2 weeks. See below and you'll understand why. I will eat healthier. I'm not going to lie and say I will never have another donut, but I can say I will not eat another box of donuts or eat them in excess. I'd like to get down to 155lbs. Once I reach the halfway point I'll post another photo. So that's a total of 38lbs I'd like to lose. And once I reach my goal weight I will take an after photo. But I will not stop there. I plan to continue the exercise although I will modify it to maintain my weight. Yeah, I know I made the same promise last year, but to be honest only time will tell.

Weight...












Body shot....












I told you it wasn't pretty. So let's see how this all shapes up. Hopefully nicely!

Seriously, This is IT

Okay, I know I've been saying I'm going to get rid of my weight gain for awhile now. Well, this time I mean it. So here goes. It's time for accountability. Later today I will be posting my body measurements just like I did last year along with my current weight. The plan is still the same--eating better and working out. This time around I will be stepping it up to using Taebo Amped (yes my love affair with Billy will continue) and if I am able to purchase it, I will be starting a new lover affair with Tony Horton and do P90X. My goal? To get rid of this flabby stomach. I'm loving my hips and butt. My thighs? Not so much. But I know I need to work on my overall body so wherever I lose is okay. I just really want to get back to being healthy. Because I know the junk that I am shoving in my mouth is NOT healthy. And sitting on my ass watching Deal or No Deal does nothing for me. Especially, when I could be using that time to exercise. And even more so because I hate that show. So here we go, I'm getting started TODAY. No more excuses!!!!

Motherhood Is....Giveaway *WINNER POSTED*

Yeah I know, I know. I'm kind of late with posting this. But oh well, free stuff is free stuff. So here's the deal. First, you have to be a mother. Of course, I don't have the power to check into every entrant's uterus to be sure. So I'm going on the honor code. Yes, I know it's discrimination to only allow mothers to enter. Well it's my blog so nana nana boo. Second, you can only enter once. The winner will be picked via a random number generator. To enter, leave a comment telling me what motherhood is to you. I love you all, but please leave only a sentence or two. I really don't want to read a novel, lol. I know you all love your babies and while I love to hear a mother's pride...the blog only has so much space ;) The contest will end on Wednesday, May 12th at 11:59pm. The winner will be chosen on Thursday. So check back on Thursday to see if you're the lucky winner. Of course, you're probably asking why is she giving something away... did she get a crappy gift that she wants to pawn off on someone? Nope. I just decided it would be nice to gift a wonderful mother with something just for her. Not for the kiddos. Because we all know we've walked into a store intent on buying just ourselves something and walked out without anything for ourselves and everything for the youngsters. So here's your chance to have something just for you. Well, what it is you ask? That's where the fun comes in. It's a surprise. Nope, I'm not telling. Not even if you send tiny elves to tickle my feet as I sleep. But I will tell you this. It'll be 100% hand crafted with love.

So....enter by leaving a comment telling me what motherhood is. Also, let me know you're favorite color. Good luck!!!

Motherhood is never using the bathroom alone without someone knocking on the door asking if you need help.

Motherhood is always having to share your food even when you want to be totally stingy, but you share anyway.

Motherhood is waking up every morning knowing that your day will be full of surprises--some fun, others....not so much-- but when you go to bed at the end of the day you'll want to do it all again tomorrow.


WINNER:
Thank you to all who entered. I really enjoyed reading your reasons on what Motherhood Is to you. The winner of the contest by random number is.............

~~~~~~~~~~~Form of Jane~~~~~~~~~

Congrats Jane! And congrats to everyone who already have the best gift already--your children!

I Weep For The State of Today's Youth and For My Thighs

On this 5th day of May, known as Cinco de Mayo, I wept. Okay, I actually laughed my ass off and then shook my head in despair. I was working one of my stores when these 3 teens come onto my aisle. The three have a conversation.....

Blond girl: We need to get something for the Cinco celebration
Redhead girl: Like something from Mexico?
Boy: Yeah, we need something authentic.
Redhead: Hmmm...oh look we can get some Doritos. They're from Mexico.
Blond: Seriously? They're so good.
Redhead: yeah, they like import them from Mexico.


I almost peed my pants laughing so hard. I didn't have the heart to tell them those chips were made in Irving, TX. I can't believe how serious they were too. This is a sad, sad day for America when our teens think chips that say "American made" are imported .

Moving onward, I wept for my thighs today. So initially when I started gaining the weight back, I was like okay. It didn't bother me because well, while my ass is fat. It also looks AMAZING! I finally got some junk in my trunk. And who can blame a girl for liking a little badunk ka dunk? But my poor thighs are the ones suffering for my vanity. Almost all of my pants are tight around the thighs. And since I refuse to buy new pants, that means I need to be able to wear the ones I currently have comfortably. So what does this all mean? It means the fat ass has to go. *sigh* If I could keep the ass and lose the thighs, I'd be super happy. But I know one can't survive without the other. So I'm accepting it. It's cool. I had almost a whole year of a nice, plump butt. I

And I'm Supposed to Care Why?

I'm sorry I left my "I give a damn" out in the rain. So it no longer works right.

Seriously, I've had it up to here today. I've gotten to the point where I just don't give a hot mess. Obviously, if you're reading this blog, it doesn't apply to you. It applies to the random dumb asses I know who feel the need to tell me shit I don't care about. Oh yeah, if you hadn't noticed I've gone back to cussing. Not full blown cussing like Samuel L Jackson cussing. But just a sprinkle here or there. Anyway, my cussing is not the issue. It's people who just assume I care about their mundane lives. Case in point, I'm at work shelving chips and this lady has the nerve to step to me and start asking me if working for my company caused me to gain weight. Seriously, what kind of question is that shit? I mean yeah I know I'm a fat ass but that's my damn business. And no it wasn't the job. It's the eating at all times of the day and this sitting on my ass that caused me to have a fat ass. So anyway moving back to this lady. She went on to tell me how when she started a job she gained all kinds of weight and blah blah blah I stopped listening blah blah blah. I turned around and said "I'm sorry, I left my give a damn out in the rain. It doesn't work right anymore." She walked off right quick after that.

Who did she think she was that she could come up to me and tell me about my fat ass? I don't know her like that. Well, okay I do kind of know her. I see her every once in awhile because she works for the store. But that doesn't justify or give her the right to comment on my fat ass. Yeah, I realize that my pants are now snug--okay who am I fooling? these damn pants are tight as hell--around the hips and thighs. But that's MY business. Ain't nobody complaining about her double child. Shoot. She better back up before she really gets told off. I don't care about her and her weight issues. I didn't ask her nothing. I was just standing there doing my thing, talking to my coworker, minding my own business. And here she come all sappy faced and bubbly. It's too damn early in the morning to be all bubbly. Shoot. Having the nerve to tell me about my fat ass. Heifer please *roll eyes*

And, no I'm NOT being sensitive.....okay, maybe a little.

Thinking I'm Going To Be a Fat Ass For a Little While Longer

I was totally pumped this morning to get my ass back in gear. But then life hit me with another full frontal kick to the face. So now I have no motivation to do it. In fact, I don't want to do anything. This post is really just a waste of time as I'm not really saying anything. It's not even about the weight. I just feel like I suck at everything right now. ~sigh~ Maybe next week or even tomorrow I'll be done with this feeling and will be ready to kick my fat ass into gear.

Mrs. O Can Do No Wrong

First of all, I don't give a hot damn if you didn't vote for President Obama, don't like him, or whatever. That's your prerogative and honestly I don't care. This is MY blog. But guess what? This post isn't even about him. Nope. It's about his other half. The beautiful, always classy First Lady Michelle Obama. YES!!!! This woman is just a huge breath of fresh air. Intelligent, caring, upstanding, and FIERCE! The woman can work any outfit from a no name designer to a world class famous one. I could go on and on about the woman.

Stupid Allergies, Super Sweet Netbook.

My allergies are KILLING me!!!! Seriously! Every morning I wake up with itchy, red, yucky oozy eyes. And my throat feels like someone is rubbing sandpaper against it. Damn you allergies. I've been having a major love affair with showers to wash the pollen off and Claritin. I never had allergies before I lived in Texas. Thanks Texas!

I got a new netbook today! Whoo hoo! My old one was acting wonky. The power cord wasn't working anymore and the mouse pad was just worthless. So the hubster and youngins took it to Best Buy for me while I was at work. Well, the good old Geek Squad said my netbook was too old to be repaired. Imagine that. I just got it last year for Mother's Day. Oh well, I'm sure that meant it was ancient in geek speak. But ask me if I care? Go ahead....ask me. Cause I don't give a hot mess how old it is. I love love LOVE my new one. It's wider, but thinner. It's got a comfort mouse pad. And a bunch of cool stuff that the other one didn't have. Sweet!