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Tattoo - Phase I
I really can't wait for the shading to be completed in a couple of weeks. For now, I'm sharing only with the few who read my blog.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Week What?
Oy. No weekly updates since my weight's stalled at 166. I'm eating whatever I want to eat nowadays. I still find somewhat HEALTHY things to eat - it's just that I've been eating enough to maintain my weight versus getting down to the 150 pound goal I have for myself by June 26. I can still make it happen if I start changing my eating habits next week.
I really want a six pack. Funny how that's a physical goal of mine yet -- for what? It's not like, once I get there, I'm gonna go up to people and ask, "Hey - wanna see something cool? Check it out?" then lift up my shirt. Or what? If I get my dream abs, will I take a pic and post as my newest profile picture on Facebook? Ummm... certainly not. What's the whole point of getting my bod in that type of shape?
Good question.
I guess I'd HAVE to take pictures if I get to that goal, right? So then, one day, I can look back at it and say, "Wow, I was kinda hot from the neck down at one point in my life." Ugh. That doesn't even sound right.
Maybe I can put myself in a situation where I need to take off my shirt to help somebody out. Like, it's a hot day, and someone has a flat tire. And all I've got is a t-shirt but it's just so disgustingly sweaty so I have to take it off to continue working. Or, this is a little far fetched but... maybe I'll go to a beach. I think people take their shirts off there to relax.
I'm really hoping to be able to seriously get to this dream of mine. I am already kinda seeing the center of my abs separate form the love handles. I mean, it's still a gut but certainly an improvement from four months ago. It's a work in progress. Must move forward with these important bucket list goals.
I really want a six pack. Funny how that's a physical goal of mine yet -- for what? It's not like, once I get there, I'm gonna go up to people and ask, "Hey - wanna see something cool? Check it out?" then lift up my shirt. Or what? If I get my dream abs, will I take a pic and post as my newest profile picture on Facebook? Ummm... certainly not. What's the whole point of getting my bod in that type of shape?
Good question.
I guess I'd HAVE to take pictures if I get to that goal, right? So then, one day, I can look back at it and say, "Wow, I was kinda hot from the neck down at one point in my life." Ugh. That doesn't even sound right.
Maybe I can put myself in a situation where I need to take off my shirt to help somebody out. Like, it's a hot day, and someone has a flat tire. And all I've got is a t-shirt but it's just so disgustingly sweaty so I have to take it off to continue working. Or, this is a little far fetched but... maybe I'll go to a beach. I think people take their shirts off there to relax.
I'm really hoping to be able to seriously get to this dream of mine. I am already kinda seeing the center of my abs separate form the love handles. I mean, it's still a gut but certainly an improvement from four months ago. It's a work in progress. Must move forward with these important bucket list goals.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Run Rodney Run
I'm very very very very very happy with my 12K run today. The Seattle Seahawks were the sponsor of this run in Renton. The 12K distance is not typical - it's the distance of choice because it goes together with the whole Seahawk "12th Man" theme.
Going into the run I had my heart set on doing the best I could do. And I sure did go for it. As much as I love running with my friends, I quickly abandoned them in order to just focus on doing the best I could do. I've done two runs since last fall in which I averaged a 12- and 11-minute mile. I decided that I wanted to improve on those runs and get back to the under 10-minute paces I had back in 2002-2004.
It really felt great. Even though there were several ups & downs with the hills along the course, I was able to maintain a doable pace. At the end of the first mile, I was right under ten minutes. Each mile after that, my pace was actually improving. Once I reached the 6-minute mile, I had been running 57 minutes and knew I could finish the last mile in less than 10 minutes - far under my goal of 70 minutes.
So there I was. Go Rodney go! Just a little more to go. I was in the general vicinity of the finish line and knew I wouldn't take much longer. But after awhile, the course kept wrapping around and around this one area. What the heck? Where was the end? Why were they putting us through this maze? Oh no! My timer showed 67 minutes and I was starting to get worried. Every time I thought I was near the end, ready for a sprint, it wasn't really the end. Adrenalin was pumping through me but I held it back. And by trying to pull back, I started to feel queasy. My stomach. Oh, no. I felt like I needed to throw-up.
Oh gawd. It was getting really bad at one point. I started to mildly dry heave. Oh dear lord - don't make me puke. Okay, a little slower. I'll be okay. Alright, I'm okay.
And there it was. I could see it. The finish line! I was getting super close but... oh crap! No, no, no! The nauseousness was back. But I couldn't stop my legs. I just kept moving and I couldn't hold back the need to puke. I kept praying I wouldn't lose it in front of everyone. It was close but I thankfully didn't hurl. But that didn't mean I didn't look the fool. I was dry heaving over & over & over again. I covered my mouth hoping people wouldn't see. But I know they saw me. So embarrassing! But at least I didn't puke. That would have been horrible.
So, aside from that, I had a great run. Sadly, I finished the race in 1:11:32. A minute and a half longer than my goal of 70 minutes. But the awesomest news is that 12 kilometers much more than 7 miles. It's friggin 7.45 miles. That means I finished with a 9:35 pace per mile. My real goal was staying under a 10-minute pace and I done it.
Here's a pic of us runners:
I'm on the far left next to my pals Roman & Karen. Then there's Leah who ran the 12K with us. Her husband, Fernando, is squatting with their dog Owen. Kat's between the two of 'em. And the folks on the far right are their friends who I just met today.
Next up, is Beat the Bridge in May. It's an 8K. Last time I ran this race in 2003, I lost to the bridge. That's certainly not happening this year.
Going into the run I had my heart set on doing the best I could do. And I sure did go for it. As much as I love running with my friends, I quickly abandoned them in order to just focus on doing the best I could do. I've done two runs since last fall in which I averaged a 12- and 11-minute mile. I decided that I wanted to improve on those runs and get back to the under 10-minute paces I had back in 2002-2004.
It really felt great. Even though there were several ups & downs with the hills along the course, I was able to maintain a doable pace. At the end of the first mile, I was right under ten minutes. Each mile after that, my pace was actually improving. Once I reached the 6-minute mile, I had been running 57 minutes and knew I could finish the last mile in less than 10 minutes - far under my goal of 70 minutes.
So there I was. Go Rodney go! Just a little more to go. I was in the general vicinity of the finish line and knew I wouldn't take much longer. But after awhile, the course kept wrapping around and around this one area. What the heck? Where was the end? Why were they putting us through this maze? Oh no! My timer showed 67 minutes and I was starting to get worried. Every time I thought I was near the end, ready for a sprint, it wasn't really the end. Adrenalin was pumping through me but I held it back. And by trying to pull back, I started to feel queasy. My stomach. Oh, no. I felt like I needed to throw-up.
Oh gawd. It was getting really bad at one point. I started to mildly dry heave. Oh dear lord - don't make me puke. Okay, a little slower. I'll be okay. Alright, I'm okay.
And there it was. I could see it. The finish line! I was getting super close but... oh crap! No, no, no! The nauseousness was back. But I couldn't stop my legs. I just kept moving and I couldn't hold back the need to puke. I kept praying I wouldn't lose it in front of everyone. It was close but I thankfully didn't hurl. But that didn't mean I didn't look the fool. I was dry heaving over & over & over again. I covered my mouth hoping people wouldn't see. But I know they saw me. So embarrassing! But at least I didn't puke. That would have been horrible.
So, aside from that, I had a great run. Sadly, I finished the race in 1:11:32. A minute and a half longer than my goal of 70 minutes. But the awesomest news is that 12 kilometers much more than 7 miles. It's friggin 7.45 miles. That means I finished with a 9:35 pace per mile. My real goal was staying under a 10-minute pace and I done it.
Here's a pic of us runners:
I'm on the far left next to my pals Roman & Karen. Then there's Leah who ran the 12K with us. Her husband, Fernando, is squatting with their dog Owen. Kat's between the two of 'em. And the folks on the far right are their friends who I just met today.
Next up, is Beat the Bridge in May. It's an 8K. Last time I ran this race in 2003, I lost to the bridge. That's certainly not happening this year.
Week 19: 166.0
Reasons why I only lost 0.6 pounds this past week:
a) Ate lots of junk yesterday (cupcakes, appetizers, etc)
b) Pretty much ate lots over the entire week
c) Didn't have a chance to poop before my weigh-in
For real on that last reason. That really does take about 0.8lbs away from me weight. But, ya know, a loss is a loss is a loss is a loss.
a) Ate lots of junk yesterday (cupcakes, appetizers, etc)
b) Pretty much ate lots over the entire week
c) Didn't have a chance to poop before my weigh-in
For real on that last reason. That really does take about 0.8lbs away from me weight. But, ya know, a loss is a loss is a loss is a loss.
Sunday, April 04, 2010
Week 18: 166.6
I lost about 2.6 pounds this week! Whoo hoo! Bad news, is that I just weighed myself (Sunday evening) and I'm up to 171.2 pounds. Isn't that crazy how a very bad day of eating can make your weight fluctuate so much?
Next week, I'll be running the longest run in my life - a 12K run at the The Landing in Renton. That's a seven mile run. Yesterday, I ran five miles broken in half by a ten minute stretching break. I was with a group of folks and decided to do whatever the group did. Felt good but I really wish I had tried my hand at running the whole distance without stopping.
I'll do a couple of more runs this week. Weather's sucky so it's gonna be interesting. I'm tired... time to sleep.
Next week, I'll be running the longest run in my life - a 12K run at the The Landing in Renton. That's a seven mile run. Yesterday, I ran five miles broken in half by a ten minute stretching break. I was with a group of folks and decided to do whatever the group did. Felt good but I really wish I had tried my hand at running the whole distance without stopping.
I'll do a couple of more runs this week. Weather's sucky so it's gonna be interesting. I'm tired... time to sleep.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Week 17: 169.2
Dangit. I think I would have hit my 168.0 goal for the week if I didn't eat so badly on Saturday night. I mean, dude, I just kept picking away at bad foods. But 'twas fun and I'm already doing good with my foods and exercise. Still, I have an ultimate 2-4-or-6 pack goal which I need to set my sights on. Also, I feel like my running will be better if I have less weight to carry around. Hence, my goal to get to 150lbs by the end of June. That's still in sight and I know I can do it. I just have to get serious again.
And serious I shall be.
And serious I shall be.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Week 16: 170.4
Oh no! That's right. I gained 1.4 pounds this last week. Weight loss goal = FAIL! It's all good though. I had been doing good the entire week until I went out for some very bad (but delish) meals on Saturday. Three slice of pizza for lunch and then a buffet at a local casino just killed my hopes of losing weight for 16 weeks consecutive.
I probably didn't help myself any by eating at Red Robin where I consumed about 1500 calories for dinner. And I didn't make things any better by having popcorn & cherry coke during a movie. Oh well! It's a whole new week of getting back on target. Next up next week? 168 pounds! I'm comin for ya!
I probably didn't help myself any by eating at Red Robin where I consumed about 1500 calories for dinner. And I didn't make things any better by having popcorn & cherry coke during a movie. Oh well! It's a whole new week of getting back on target. Next up next week? 168 pounds! I'm comin for ya!
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Too Much Apologizing
What's going on with the world today? I think the norm is for everyone to apologize for not taking care of this or that. I write a long email to a huge group of people asking for responses. What happens? Nothing. And, no, I'm not talking about you folks who I'm planning an LA trip with. I'm talking about the people who I go out of my way with to invite to join an NCAA Tournament Bracket. I give explicit directions and BOLD my request for people to let me know when they're done.
If only ONE person woulda responded, I would have been happy. But nobody respects anyone these days. Everyone thinks I do this for fun and I could care less for a response. But I care folks. And the more you a-holes continue doing it, the less likely I'm going to invite you to anymore shit. Yes, I'm pissed. Stop pissing me off. All of you.
If only ONE person woulda responded, I would have been happy. But nobody respects anyone these days. Everyone thinks I do this for fun and I could care less for a response. But I care folks. And the more you a-holes continue doing it, the less likely I'm going to invite you to anymore shit. Yes, I'm pissed. Stop pissing me off. All of you.
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Week 15: 169.0
I'm officially below 170 pounds! In 15 weeks, I've lost 30 pounds. That's an average of 2lbs per week. I'm still keeping it at a healthy pace.
I ran the St. Patty's 3.7 mile run early this morning. I can't believe how easily I ran it. I was smiling, laughing, and chattin it up with my friends. I got to a point where I may have been annoying people around me. Next time, I'll go faster than the 11-minute mile pace run today. But my goal was to finish with my friends. I was especially proud of my friend Karen. I don't think she ever thought she'd be running like this but she successfully did it with ease.
I'm gonna try to run hard this week. I'll reserve group runs for completing long distances. But my individual ones, I want to get to a 10 minute mile within the next few weeks. Time to sleep!
I ran the St. Patty's 3.7 mile run early this morning. I can't believe how easily I ran it. I was smiling, laughing, and chattin it up with my friends. I got to a point where I may have been annoying people around me. Next time, I'll go faster than the 11-minute mile pace run today. But my goal was to finish with my friends. I was especially proud of my friend Karen. I don't think she ever thought she'd be running like this but she successfully did it with ease.
I'm gonna try to run hard this week. I'll reserve group runs for completing long distances. But my individual ones, I want to get to a 10 minute mile within the next few weeks. Time to sleep!
Monday, March 08, 2010
On the Waterfront
I brought in my clothes to work to run with my friend Chau. But turns out she took a sick day 'cause her little Charlie was sick. SO, I thought, I'll just run after work back in W.Seattle. But my G was stressing and wanted a little more time to work late. So instead of going home, I chose to hangout downtown to wait for her.
What'd I do to kill time? I took a gloriously wonderfultastic run along the Seattle waterfront. It was so beautiful. It was a little cloudy but you could still see that sun settin off in the west. AND, it ended up being my longest run this year! I ran almost four miles in forty minutes. I was so super proud of myself. I didn't even stop to walk at all. In fact, I added a few interval runs - sprinting every once in awhile. I've now had two great runs in a row. I had an easy 3.5 mile run on Saturday down at Seward Park.
I don't even care about how fast I run these things. Okay, I kinda do. But better times will come with, uhhh... time. For now, I just want to slowly increase my distance and endurance. My plan is working just as I hoped!
By the way, my coworkers might be nice, but I could care less for my job. I'm so over it and the lack of work I'm given. I'm so not being utilized like I could be. Oh well... time to look for another job soon.
What'd I do to kill time? I took a gloriously wonderfultastic run along the Seattle waterfront. It was so beautiful. It was a little cloudy but you could still see that sun settin off in the west. AND, it ended up being my longest run this year! I ran almost four miles in forty minutes. I was so super proud of myself. I didn't even stop to walk at all. In fact, I added a few interval runs - sprinting every once in awhile. I've now had two great runs in a row. I had an easy 3.5 mile run on Saturday down at Seward Park.
I don't even care about how fast I run these things. Okay, I kinda do. But better times will come with, uhhh... time. For now, I just want to slowly increase my distance and endurance. My plan is working just as I hoped!
By the way, my coworkers might be nice, but I could care less for my job. I'm so over it and the lack of work I'm given. I'm so not being utilized like I could be. Oh well... time to look for another job soon.
Week 14: 172.0
This past week's results was somewhat of a surprise. I lost a whole 1.4 pounds! Food is definitely key to this whole process. Overeat and it's bad news. But by eating a lot of good foods while keeping under a certain amount of calories, I'm remaining on the downward trend.
At this point, I'm not worried about the weight. I'm concerned about making sure I'm eating the stuff that my body needs... all them fruites & veggies, whole grains, and proteins. Focusing on that and knowing how beneficial it is for me is what prevents me (for the most part) from overdoing it on the bad stuff. I'm going on my fourth month of this lifestyle and I have to say it's so easy for breezy.
I am getting a little sick of myself talking about this topic so I think I'll just cut it off right here . . .
At this point, I'm not worried about the weight. I'm concerned about making sure I'm eating the stuff that my body needs... all them fruites & veggies, whole grains, and proteins. Focusing on that and knowing how beneficial it is for me is what prevents me (for the most part) from overdoing it on the bad stuff. I'm going on my fourth month of this lifestyle and I have to say it's so easy for breezy.
I am getting a little sick of myself talking about this topic so I think I'll just cut it off right here . . .
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Week 13: 173.4
I lost almost another pound this past week. I really was on pace to get to two pounds for the week but then bad Korean food came long. Well, great tasting to me – but not so good on the calories. I had so much that I ate it for 4-5 different meals. If it wasn't for that, I'm sure I would have had more than a 0.8 lb loss this week. Especially considering I've been running a lot and played basketball.
So it's March now. Whenever I think of March, I think of spring. And when I think of spring, I think of nicer weather and getting outside and being active. And, when I think of the nice weather this particular year? I get real excited because, folks, it's a whole new me! I'm not gonna feel heavy or self-conscious about my clothes and not keeping up with others. I'm feeling great because I've worked hard and now I'll be able to enjoy the wonderful weather that'll, ummmm… EVENTUALLY come along.
So it's March now. Whenever I think of March, I think of spring. And when I think of spring, I think of nicer weather and getting outside and being active. And, when I think of the nice weather this particular year? I get real excited because, folks, it's a whole new me! I'm not gonna feel heavy or self-conscious about my clothes and not keeping up with others. I'm feeling great because I've worked hard and now I'll be able to enjoy the wonderful weather that'll, ummmm… EVENTUALLY come along.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Week 12: 174.2
Yay! A one pound loss from the previous week gives me over 25lbs lost in twelve weeks! AND, I was still able to get in my three runs. It looks like I'm starting to get a set workout schedule.
Monday: 3-mile run
Tuesday: Basketball
Wednesday: 3-mile run
Saturday: Long run
The other three days will either be a day for light cardio, weights, or rest. I'm still watching what I eat although today and yesterday was pretty bad. I went to an all-you-can-eat Japanese place in Federal way for a birthday. And another b-day celebration was at a casino's all-you-can joint today. I tried to be good both days but I know I took in far too many calories than I normally do. It's all good.
I'm thinking my weight goal is going to be 150lbs now. I'd like to get my tummy completely flat and ready for some six-pack transforming. That really is my goal physique-wise. I've always wondered what it would be like to have great abs. I think I'm on my way to that goal with continued discipline and hard work.
Monday: 3-mile run
Tuesday: Basketball
Wednesday: 3-mile run
Saturday: Long run
The other three days will either be a day for light cardio, weights, or rest. I'm still watching what I eat although today and yesterday was pretty bad. I went to an all-you-can-eat Japanese place in Federal way for a birthday. And another b-day celebration was at a casino's all-you-can joint today. I tried to be good both days but I know I took in far too many calories than I normally do. It's all good.
I'm thinking my weight goal is going to be 150lbs now. I'd like to get my tummy completely flat and ready for some six-pack transforming. That really is my goal physique-wise. I've always wondered what it would be like to have great abs. I think I'm on my way to that goal with continued discipline and hard work.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Week 11: 175.2
A very very very bad week of eating nets only a 0.8lb lost. But it's all good. I got that out of my system and today is the second day of healthy eating again. I predict that next week's results will be *oh* that much better.
What If
On today, the day of love, I can't help but think about how I got to this day. Ten years, one month, and fourteen days of being with my special someone. What if: dot-dot-dot?
What if... certain things hadn't lined up the way they did to bring me where I am today?
What if... a friend of mine hadn't asked me to come with him to the UW Filipino dance troupe back in 1993?
What if... I had decided not to join 'cause I wasn't Filipino?
What if... I hadn't stuck it out and danced and met that girl who, at the time, I wouldn't have one romantic thought of?
What if... I hadn't dated someone else from that dance group but, on a side note, became good friends with her friend?
What if... even though I broke up with this other girl, I hadn't started hanging out with this friend, who's a girl, just as a friend with many other friends (always in a group setting)?
What if... starting in 1998, I hadn't listened to my roommate and didn't start hanging out more & more with this female friend and her other female friend?
What if... I had decided that, nah, we didn't need to hang with this girl?
What if... there hadn't been an open temp position at my company?
What if... my female friend hadn't recently been laid off from her job?
What if... I hadn't asked this friend if she wanted to work with me?
What if... because she didn't work with me, I never had a chance to get to know her even better than I had ever known her before?
What if... we never went out for coffee breaks and lunches and walked to the bus together and became closer than we had ever been before?
What if... I didn't take that leap, to want to be more than just friends, and to see how we could be in a relationship?
What if... she didn't have faith in me and didn't trust in me and never took that chance?
What if... none of this ever happened?
Well, the answer is, I would never have known happiness the way I know it today.
Happy Valentine's Day to my one and only...
What if... certain things hadn't lined up the way they did to bring me where I am today?
What if... a friend of mine hadn't asked me to come with him to the UW Filipino dance troupe back in 1993?
What if... I had decided not to join 'cause I wasn't Filipino?
What if... I hadn't stuck it out and danced and met that girl who, at the time, I wouldn't have one romantic thought of?
What if... I hadn't dated someone else from that dance group but, on a side note, became good friends with her friend?
What if... even though I broke up with this other girl, I hadn't started hanging out with this friend, who's a girl, just as a friend with many other friends (always in a group setting)?
What if... starting in 1998, I hadn't listened to my roommate and didn't start hanging out more & more with this female friend and her other female friend?
What if... I had decided that, nah, we didn't need to hang with this girl?
What if... there hadn't been an open temp position at my company?
What if... my female friend hadn't recently been laid off from her job?
What if... I hadn't asked this friend if she wanted to work with me?
What if... because she didn't work with me, I never had a chance to get to know her even better than I had ever known her before?
What if... we never went out for coffee breaks and lunches and walked to the bus together and became closer than we had ever been before?
What if... I didn't take that leap, to want to be more than just friends, and to see how we could be in a relationship?
What if... she didn't have faith in me and didn't trust in me and never took that chance?
What if... none of this ever happened?
Well, the answer is, I would never have known happiness the way I know it today.
Happy Valentine's Day to my one and only...
Sunday, February 07, 2010
Week 10 - 176.0
Whoah. I'm ten weeks into "healthy living" (this is no diet, son) and I'm about 24 pounds less. I still have no idea what my ideal weight should be. I guess that's what a trip to the doctor will tell me. I have to remember to make that appointment sometime next week.
I'm not sure what happened this past week to accelerate the loss. I've been eating slowly throughout the days. I've heard that can help your metabolism. I also had three intense cardio workouts. So that's good. What's surprising is I've had McDonald's, KFC, and Taco Time this past week. Of course, each time I did, I ate something low calorie-ish. Grilled chicken at KFC was a good alternative.
I'm slacking on the running front. My ankle feels "okay" but I just want to give it a little rest before heading out again. I think today will just be elliptical day.
I really gotta up my blog game a little. All I've been writing about is this weight loss junk. But I guess I just want to document all this change that's come over me. Feeling good, Valentine.
I'm not sure what happened this past week to accelerate the loss. I've been eating slowly throughout the days. I've heard that can help your metabolism. I also had three intense cardio workouts. So that's good. What's surprising is I've had McDonald's, KFC, and Taco Time this past week. Of course, each time I did, I ate something low calorie-ish. Grilled chicken at KFC was a good alternative.
I'm slacking on the running front. My ankle feels "okay" but I just want to give it a little rest before heading out again. I think today will just be elliptical day.
I really gotta up my blog game a little. All I've been writing about is this weight loss junk. But I guess I just want to document all this change that's come over me. Feeling good, Valentine.
Saturday, February 06, 2010
Outta nowhere
Damn. My foot's been hurtin all day. The top of the right one. Kinda to the side. Anklish area. This is really gonna put a kink into the whole running thing. Last time I worked out was on Wednesday. Two days ago. And for no apparent reason, I've had discomfort walking today. I really hope a good night's sleep magically makes it all better.
Monday, February 01, 2010
Week 9 - 179.4
Nothing much to say except I lost 1.2 pounds this past week. It's been a week of working out a lot - so I felt like I would have lost much more weight. Not sure what happened but, again, at least I lost something.
And, oh yeah, I've lost 10% of my starting weight having now lost a little over 20 pounds total. I'm feeling good. I'm in no rush to lose another 30lbs to hit my ultimate goal of 150. But, the sooner the better in regards to running that half marathon.
And, oh yeah, I've lost 10% of my starting weight having now lost a little over 20 pounds total. I'm feeling good. I'm in no rush to lose another 30lbs to hit my ultimate goal of 150. But, the sooner the better in regards to running that half marathon.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Ohhhh Luna
Our cat Luna was trying to get the food container opened as G was doing laundry. She's succeeded in the past but, this time, she was caught. She's such a cute little thief. Can't blame her for trying...
Week 8 - 180.6
Gosh dangit. I was really shooting to have lost 20 total pounds during this week's weigh-in but I'll settle for having lost any poundage this week. I blame the damn good Filipino food I had at a friend's birthday last night. There was the usual pancit and lumpia. But I got to eat stuff I don't normally get to enjoy -- had some embutido (Filipino meatloaf), dinguan, and some pork binagoongan. I didn't think I ate a lot -- but, honestly, the portions I had of all this fattening food must have added up. But, hey, I'm not gonna complain about losing almost two pounds in one week. And at least I passed up eating late night Dick's burgers last night. That's total control, yo.
I even went friggin running today... in the RAIN! Felt so good to be out there. I ran a little over a mile and a half before I took my first break walking. Then, the rest of my three miles was spent walking/running/walking/walking/running/walking/walking/walking. I'm feeling really good now! So good that I signed up for the Seattle Rock n Roll Marathon. Only the half marathon. But it's the biggest running challenge of my life. Can't wait!
I even went friggin running today... in the RAIN! Felt so good to be out there. I ran a little over a mile and a half before I took my first break walking. Then, the rest of my three miles was spent walking/running/walking/walking/running/walking/walking/walking. I'm feeling really good now! So good that I signed up for the Seattle Rock n Roll Marathon. Only the half marathon. But it's the biggest running challenge of my life. Can't wait!
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Week 7 - 182.4
182.4 this week. I wonder if I can make it below 180 before the month is over? I did good this past week despite the popcorn, burger, and fries yesterday. Still enjoying good food during this time.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Week 6 - 184.6
It’s official. As of yesterday, I’ve lost a total of 15 pounds since starting this new plan of healthier eating. My loss of 1.4lbs over the previous week would have been better if not for a little get-together I had with cousins on Saturday night. Do you know how quickly the calories can add up when you have a couple of appetizers, lasagna, ravioli, some beers, mixed drinks, and delicious apple pie w/ice cream? I had been good the rest of the week and was on pace for a 2lb loss. But, alas, Saturday night came along and said, “Not uh, not this week.”
The week isn’t starting that well as I’m trying to finish leftovers. But, I think after today, it’ll be back on track food-wise. The worst thing about eating healthy is the loudness of crunching celery & carrots in my cubicle. It seems that the office is at its quietest when I’m chomping down on my veggie snacks. Oh, well. At least I’m really enjoying them.
I still have to work on getting to the gym to sweat some calories off. Tonight’s gonna be the first trip in 2010. Can’t wait.
The week isn’t starting that well as I’m trying to finish leftovers. But, I think after today, it’ll be back on track food-wise. The worst thing about eating healthy is the loudness of crunching celery & carrots in my cubicle. It seems that the office is at its quietest when I’m chomping down on my veggie snacks. Oh, well. At least I’m really enjoying them.
I still have to work on getting to the gym to sweat some calories off. Tonight’s gonna be the first trip in 2010. Can’t wait.
Thursday, January 07, 2010
My Future Daughter
Not sure. Have I shared videos on my blog of little Kylie? She's so super adorable. And someone just shared this interview with me. Of Kylie. With Ellen. I mean, on Ellen.
And, what??? Her last name's Kim? That means Korean? Oh, well, I still like her.
(I kid, yo. I do. I really do.)
Check it out:
And, what??? Her last name's Kim? That means Korean? Oh, well, I still like her.
(I kid, yo. I do. I really do.)
Check it out:
Tuesday, January 05, 2010
Week 5 - 186.0
I was so surprised when I weighed in at 186lbs this past Sunday. I mean, I lost a little from the previous week even though I ate SO bad this past week. Well, I didn't eat SO bad. My dinners were bad for about four nights. But, I did try to keep it healthy the other meals. I guess that's helping.
I'm really starting to feel the difference in my clothes. I'm able to wear some old jeans I hadn't worn in so long. And I bought a new pair with a 34 waist. They are "a little" tight but I hope to fit well in them by the end of January. My fat 36 jeans which I'm wearing right now are so loose.
I'm looking foward to being at 184.0 next week. I think I can do it!
I'm really starting to feel the difference in my clothes. I'm able to wear some old jeans I hadn't worn in so long. And I bought a new pair with a 34 waist. They are "a little" tight but I hope to fit well in them by the end of January. My fat 36 jeans which I'm wearing right now are so loose.
I'm looking foward to being at 184.0 next week. I think I can do it!
Sunday, January 03, 2010
My crush
There's this girl I've been friends with since college. It's crazy cuz I've really been diggin her the past few months. We've viewed each other strictly as friends for the past seven years. But I think all that's changing.
We've been hanging out a lot the past year. With other friends, we've been watching movies, eating out, and just hanging doing everything & nothing. We started seeing more of each other when she started working with me back in August. There was a temp position open at my company and I helped her get a job. We started seeing each other all the time. Coffee breaks and lunches have offered us the opportunity to get closer.
I really never thought of her as more than a friend. I couldn't. Even though I was getting close to her, I thought of her as "off limits" because my roommate liked her. I would never ever make a move on someone my roommate was interested in.
But when my roommate started dating someone else in September, it was like a light went off in my head. Suddenly, the girl I was never to be interested in was available. The news of my roommate being in a committed relationship meant that he wouldn't pursue this girl. It meant I had a chance with her! I went from never having a romantic thought about her to wanting to celebrate and tell her how much I cared about her.
But, no. No, no, no. I wasn't going to make the same mistakes I had made in the past. Instead of being my usual goober self, I decided to get to know her better. Slowly. And that's what's been going on the past three months. And it's been great. She's so chill, funny, and just overall incredible.
Our relationship has accelerated in the past week. I worked really hard on my Christmas gift for her. Since she only had a cassette player, I decided to buy her a CD player. And, I burnt her three CDs. One was full of new fast songs. The second was a random selection of classic slow jams from the past 10-15 years. But the third? That was the masterpiece. That was full of songs I carefully selected in hopes of conveying my desire to be more than just friends. And she gave me the most wondiferous sling bag with little gifts inside each of the many pockets.
So much to say about the past three days but the highlights were:
1. We saw our first movie alone together. With no friends. Just us.
2. Afterward, we spent that whole night just talking and listening to the CDs I made for her. We hung out at her house and I didn't get home until the wee hours of the morning.
3. We spent the day of New Year's Eve with the rest of our friends. We went and watched Green Mile. But it was different. The whole time we were around other people, I felt like we shared a special connection. A little secret. Like things were changing between us.
4. She went home to bring in the New Year with her family. But she met up with us friends later on. About a dozen of us spent the night at another friend's house. I somehow found myself sleeping near her. Under the Christmas tree. And, eventually, we were holding hands in the dark. For the first time. Ever. Things were definitely changing.
5. We all spent New Year's Day being lazy. Just eating random food, watching TV,and playing video games. She was about to leave on her own in the late afternoon. But, before she could leave, I asked if I could get a ride home back to W.Seattle.
6. Instead of simply being dropped off, I asked her to come inside my place. To talk. And we did. For awhile. Talking about the events of the past couple of days. Of feelings. About being more than just friends. And then it happened. A kiss. Our first.
So that's where I'm at right now. The most happiest person in the world. It's a day later and I'm off on my own. I'll see her back at work tomorrow. What a way to bring in the new year! I'm excited about where this is heading. I think this should be good... real good.
...
And that's what I think I would have written if I had a blog on January 2, 2000. A whole decade ago. The best news of all? I'm still with that same girl. We just celebrated our ten year anniversary this past weekend. And I'm still 100%, truly, madly, deeply in love with her.
We've been hanging out a lot the past year. With other friends, we've been watching movies, eating out, and just hanging doing everything & nothing. We started seeing more of each other when she started working with me back in August. There was a temp position open at my company and I helped her get a job. We started seeing each other all the time. Coffee breaks and lunches have offered us the opportunity to get closer.
I really never thought of her as more than a friend. I couldn't. Even though I was getting close to her, I thought of her as "off limits" because my roommate liked her. I would never ever make a move on someone my roommate was interested in.
But when my roommate started dating someone else in September, it was like a light went off in my head. Suddenly, the girl I was never to be interested in was available. The news of my roommate being in a committed relationship meant that he wouldn't pursue this girl. It meant I had a chance with her! I went from never having a romantic thought about her to wanting to celebrate and tell her how much I cared about her.
But, no. No, no, no. I wasn't going to make the same mistakes I had made in the past. Instead of being my usual goober self, I decided to get to know her better. Slowly. And that's what's been going on the past three months. And it's been great. She's so chill, funny, and just overall incredible.
Our relationship has accelerated in the past week. I worked really hard on my Christmas gift for her. Since she only had a cassette player, I decided to buy her a CD player. And, I burnt her three CDs. One was full of new fast songs. The second was a random selection of classic slow jams from the past 10-15 years. But the third? That was the masterpiece. That was full of songs I carefully selected in hopes of conveying my desire to be more than just friends. And she gave me the most wondiferous sling bag with little gifts inside each of the many pockets.
So much to say about the past three days but the highlights were:
1. We saw our first movie alone together. With no friends. Just us.
2. Afterward, we spent that whole night just talking and listening to the CDs I made for her. We hung out at her house and I didn't get home until the wee hours of the morning.
3. We spent the day of New Year's Eve with the rest of our friends. We went and watched Green Mile. But it was different. The whole time we were around other people, I felt like we shared a special connection. A little secret. Like things were changing between us.
4. She went home to bring in the New Year with her family. But she met up with us friends later on. About a dozen of us spent the night at another friend's house. I somehow found myself sleeping near her. Under the Christmas tree. And, eventually, we were holding hands in the dark. For the first time. Ever. Things were definitely changing.
5. We all spent New Year's Day being lazy. Just eating random food, watching TV,and playing video games. She was about to leave on her own in the late afternoon. But, before she could leave, I asked if I could get a ride home back to W.Seattle.
6. Instead of simply being dropped off, I asked her to come inside my place. To talk. And we did. For awhile. Talking about the events of the past couple of days. Of feelings. About being more than just friends. And then it happened. A kiss. Our first.
So that's where I'm at right now. The most happiest person in the world. It's a day later and I'm off on my own. I'll see her back at work tomorrow. What a way to bring in the new year! I'm excited about where this is heading. I think this should be good... real good.
...
And that's what I think I would have written if I had a blog on January 2, 2000. A whole decade ago. The best news of all? I'm still with that same girl. We just celebrated our ten year anniversary this past weekend. And I'm still 100%, truly, madly, deeply in love with her.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Week 4 - 186.4
I forgot to update my blog with my latest weight. Surprisingly, I still lost a little over the previous week even though I had the most delicious xmas brunch. I even had an awesome Saturday night dessert before my Sunday weigh-in.
This week, I've supplemented controlled eating with Wii Fit games. I know... it's not a "real" workout. But, it's better than sitting on my ass not doing a damn thing.
Next week should be interesting since there are still more holiday meals this week. At least my breakfasts and lunches have been good thus far.
This week, I've supplemented controlled eating with Wii Fit games. I know... it's not a "real" workout. But, it's better than sitting on my ass not doing a damn thing.
Next week should be interesting since there are still more holiday meals this week. At least my breakfasts and lunches have been good thus far.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Co-ink-ee-dink
My first day of work yesterday was good. It wasn't anything spectacular. Nobody was lined up outside my cubicle wanting to meet me. I kept my head down, just getting myself situated and reading a training manual. I didn't have the correct access to our accounting system so there wasn't much to learn. Hope that changes today.
After lunch, this one coworker, Lisa, started talking to me out of nowhere. She's a senior accountant I interviewed with. She said, "I had lunch with your fiancée today!"
What?
"Yeah, lunch with G."
HUH?
I said, "Wait? You went to PF Chang?"
Lisa says, "Yup!"
"You went for Debbie's birthday?"
"Yeah, that's my sister!"
Now, she's African American so I was close to thinking she was just using slang. I mean, she "coulda" been saying that Debbie was her sistah-vs-sister. But I took that It's-Always-Sunny-In-Philadelphia scenario out of mind knowing clear well she was talking sister as in family.
Isn't that just crazy, yo?
After lunch, this one coworker, Lisa, started talking to me out of nowhere. She's a senior accountant I interviewed with. She said, "I had lunch with your fiancée today!"
What?
"Yeah, lunch with G."
HUH?
I said, "Wait? You went to PF Chang?"
Lisa says, "Yup!"
"You went for Debbie's birthday?"
"Yeah, that's my sister!"
Now, she's African American so I was close to thinking she was just using slang. I mean, she "coulda" been saying that Debbie was her sistah-vs-sister. But I took that It's-Always-Sunny-In-Philadelphia scenario out of mind knowing clear well she was talking sister as in family.
Isn't that just crazy, yo?
Monday, December 21, 2009
Week 3 - 188.0
I think this is where the losing weight is going to slow down. I just had a big Christmas dinner with G & my family tonight. And, this Friday, we'll be having a Christmas feast with G's family. I'mm funna try to be good the rest of the week but, folks, don't count on me reporting in next Sunday with any loss in weight.
I'm really excited about tomorrow. My first day at Razorfish begins. Seriously, I haven't had a "first" day of work in over 14 years. And I was just remembering how nervous and goofy I was during the first few months of my only other two full-time jobs. This is gonna be interesting.
Hopefully, I'll have time to blog about more than just my weight in the future. I'm reading my blog and I'm just fed up with... me. BOR---ing.
I'm really excited about tomorrow. My first day at Razorfish begins. Seriously, I haven't had a "first" day of work in over 14 years. And I was just remembering how nervous and goofy I was during the first few months of my only other two full-time jobs. This is gonna be interesting.
Hopefully, I'll have time to blog about more than just my weight in the future. I'm reading my blog and I'm just fed up with... me. BOR---ing.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Week 2 - 190.8
Today's weigh-in: 190.8!
I lost three pounds this past week. I'm really glad that I decided to start this new diet BEFORE the new year. It's helping in situations where I'd normally just eat as much food as I can. Isn't that sad? Treating every meal like an all-you-can-eat buffet? Enough of that.
A couple of things I learned this week -- no alcohol. Not that i drink much. But I went to a comedy show earlier this week and drank a couple of high-calorie mixed drinks. As tasty as those were, I'm going to have to refrain from those.
Also, on that very same night, I ate more than just one serving for my dinner. Actually, I ate a lot. Stupid, stupid, stupid. It was Thai food. Couldn't help myself. But it's all good. I'm not gonna feel guilty -- but I am gonna try to recognize areas that I could improve upon.
I lost three pounds this past week. I'm really glad that I decided to start this new diet BEFORE the new year. It's helping in situations where I'd normally just eat as much food as I can. Isn't that sad? Treating every meal like an all-you-can-eat buffet? Enough of that.
A couple of things I learned this week -- no alcohol. Not that i drink much. But I went to a comedy show earlier this week and drank a couple of high-calorie mixed drinks. As tasty as those were, I'm going to have to refrain from those.
Also, on that very same night, I ate more than just one serving for my dinner. Actually, I ate a lot. Stupid, stupid, stupid. It was Thai food. Couldn't help myself. But it's all good. I'm not gonna feel guilty -- but I am gonna try to recognize areas that I could improve upon.
Sunday, December 06, 2009
Week 1 - 193.8
There it is. I lost almost five pounds this past week! I went down from 198.6 to 193.8. Well, that's probably not completely accurate. When I weighed myself a week ago, it was night time. Today's weigh-in was in the morning. And I seem to fluctuate a lot throughout the day. I'm usually lightest in the morning. Next week's weighing will be more reflective of how well I'm really doing.
Sadly, today was a very very bad day of eating. But, heck, let's recap the goodness, shall we? For lunch, I had salt & pepper pork with beef chow fun noodles. Yummy? Yes! And for dinner? A huge ass piece of pepperoni & mushroom pizza. I mean the BIGGEST slice of pizza you'd ever see... one slice of pizza from a 28" pie. And a piece of delicious ice cream birthday cake and a couple of pints of beer. Soooo good. Eating these foods was unavoidable -- that just means I'll have to be good the rest of the week. Which I shall be.
Does it seem odd that I'm just putting my weight out here for people to see? Yeah... kinda. But I think it's just another way for me to be held accountable for this little project of mine.
Time to sleep!
Sadly, today was a very very bad day of eating. But, heck, let's recap the goodness, shall we? For lunch, I had salt & pepper pork with beef chow fun noodles. Yummy? Yes! And for dinner? A huge ass piece of pepperoni & mushroom pizza. I mean the BIGGEST slice of pizza you'd ever see... one slice of pizza from a 28" pie. And a piece of delicious ice cream birthday cake and a couple of pints of beer. Soooo good. Eating these foods was unavoidable -- that just means I'll have to be good the rest of the week. Which I shall be.
Does it seem odd that I'm just putting my weight out here for people to see? Yeah... kinda. But I think it's just another way for me to be held accountable for this little project of mine.
Time to sleep!
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Week 0 - 198.6 (Countin Calories)
I'm doing it. I'm counting calories. I'm on Day 3 and quite enjoying the new discipline. I know it's for real this time 'cause I'm using an online food log to help me out. I'm eating about 1500 per day. I'm a little hungry here and there but I don't care for now. I'm just super happy that I'm eating healthier. I'll try to write about it every week in order to prove that this is really truly doable. I weighed in at 198.6 lbs on Sunday.
Let's see what all this hard work gets me in a week's time.
And, oh yeah, I'm halfway through Eclipse now. This book's much more interesting for me. Whereas before I was just reading to read the books, I'm actually curious what's going to happen to the characters... Bella? Edward? Jacob? How's it all going to end? Who woulda thought I'd actually care?
Let's see what all this hard work gets me in a week's time.
And, oh yeah, I'm halfway through Eclipse now. This book's much more interesting for me. Whereas before I was just reading to read the books, I'm actually curious what's going to happen to the characters... Bella? Edward? Jacob? How's it all going to end? Who woulda thought I'd actually care?
Monday, November 23, 2009
Moods
I woke up this morning and did "the usual". Eyes still closed, I reached over to my cell phone, and pressed the email icon to get to my Gmail messages. Nothing. Just spam.
I worked so hard last week on trying to network and make connections in order to get any type of interview with a couple of companies.
Nothing.
I was very sad. All this emotion hit me at once and I felt tears welting up. So much sadness. I've been trying to be hopeful, working really hard to get myself noticed with companies. And I got nothing.
Exhale.
No. That's not me. I will not be depressed. I will move on with my day. I will have a positive attitude and know that there's gonna be a way for me to get noticed -- no matter the job environment. I haven't worked this hard for nothing. Think outside the box. Find new ways to get an "in" with companies. It will pay off.
Then what happens?
I get a call from Cruise West to schedule a phone interview. So, for the past few hours, I've been "trying" to prep for my 4pm call. Hope is still alive!
Then what else?
I received an email from Razorfish to schedule a phone interview for their open accountant position. I wrote the recruiter back and now I'm alive again. I just gotta keep believing in myself and not let all the low points of these peaks and valleys get me down. Like Soul to Soul says... keep on moving, don't stop.
I worked so hard last week on trying to network and make connections in order to get any type of interview with a couple of companies.
Nothing.
I was very sad. All this emotion hit me at once and I felt tears welting up. So much sadness. I've been trying to be hopeful, working really hard to get myself noticed with companies. And I got nothing.
Exhale.
No. That's not me. I will not be depressed. I will move on with my day. I will have a positive attitude and know that there's gonna be a way for me to get noticed -- no matter the job environment. I haven't worked this hard for nothing. Think outside the box. Find new ways to get an "in" with companies. It will pay off.
Then what happens?
I get a call from Cruise West to schedule a phone interview. So, for the past few hours, I've been "trying" to prep for my 4pm call. Hope is still alive!
Then what else?
I received an email from Razorfish to schedule a phone interview for their open accountant position. I wrote the recruiter back and now I'm alive again. I just gotta keep believing in myself and not let all the low points of these peaks and valleys get me down. Like Soul to Soul says... keep on moving, don't stop.
Mew Noon
I finally finished reading New Moon this morning. Just in time for watching the movie earlier today. What'd I think? Dude... I actually liked the movie. Sure, the final scenes were a bit rushed... but, overall, I was really impressed.
It was so MUCH better than Twilight. I read Twilight before watching it on the big screen and, man, I thought that was one of the worst movies. I completely disliked what the director put on the big screen. New Moon was so much better. I think I'll start Eclipse tonight. Hopefully Bella won't have long drawn out stories. That should help me get through the book quicker. We'll see.
And, oh yeah, if I was forced to be on any "team", it would be be the one that the werewolf dude is on. Jake. Yeah, that's the guy Bella should go with.
It was so MUCH better than Twilight. I read Twilight before watching it on the big screen and, man, I thought that was one of the worst movies. I completely disliked what the director put on the big screen. New Moon was so much better. I think I'll start Eclipse tonight. Hopefully Bella won't have long drawn out stories. That should help me get through the book quicker. We'll see.
And, oh yeah, if I was forced to be on any "team", it would be be the one that the werewolf dude is on. Jake. Yeah, that's the guy Bella should go with.
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