Christmas Wish List 2013

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Jen @nutcaseinpoint

I’m not one of those people who really WANT things.

Let me rephrase that.

I’m not one of those people who….ok, there’s really no way to rephrase that.

There are things that I want, but it’s no biggie if I don’t ever get them. This is where the Christmas list comes in. Every year, when the holidays begin to creep in, the Christmas wish list needs to be built. I gotta say, it’s usually pretty hard to get that thing started. But the flyers and email blasts and holiday cheer quickly take over and the list starts growing faster than you can imagine.

That said, I thought I’d share the wish list I’ve come up with (so far!). These are in no particular. Except for the diamond earrings…they’re first for a reason 😉

1. Diamond earrings.

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I have two piercings in each ear and Tyler got my diamond earrings on our first Christmas together. But now that I don’t really wear any dangly earrings in my first hole, I want another pair of diamonds! I mean, that’s the best reason to need them right?

2. Lululemon

(photos taken from Lululemon website)

The Fluff Off Jacket; Run: Swiftly Tech Long Sleeve; Skinny Groove Pant *full-on luon; Run: Swiftly Tank Short Sleeve.

3. Bosu Ball

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I really need to add this piece of equipment to my personal collection. It’s a great tool to use to change up other exercises because it requires more muscles to engage when balancing!

4. Purse

I need a larger purse- one that can hold all the crap I now need on a daily basis as a commuter. And something that’s somewhat fashionable. (I am currently sporting a small cross-strap purse and a large Target reusable/ghetto tote). <—emphasis on the GHETTO. I keep perusing Winners and other less expensive stores for the ideal purse, and have yet to find anything that hits the jackpot. Since it’s Christmas and since I can put WHATEVER I want on my wish list, I have opted to list this insane Michael Kors purse. I go visit it at the store downtown whenever I walk to the mall on my lunch break. PS: It’s the Large Selma Top Zip Sachel in Black. PPS: I only typed which one it exactly is in case Tyler is reading this and needs the name. PPPS: Got it?

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5. Laptop

I didn’t really think of putting this on the list until Tyler asked if I wanted a new one for Christmas. Then I remembered how crappy this computer has gotten— it’s a WHOPPING 4 1/2 year-old MacBook that gives me the rainbow pinwheel all.the.time. And it’s slow. (And this is after everything was backed up, wiped, then restored!)

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6. Pass to my favorite yoga studio (Hot Yoga on Crowfoot)

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Oh my goodness I just love going to this place. every single class is amazing. I am also loving my progress in my yoga practice, and I love doing it in a convenient, clean, and *pretty* studio. Only downside: it’s mucho expensive. But worth it if you love it so much. True Story: I was looking online for hot yoga studios in Vegas to see if I might want to take a class sometime next week and I noticed that some studios offered new-student specials of 3 months unlimited use for only $99!!!! So jealous of the cheaper price. [In case you’re wondering, a one month unlimited pass at this place runs you $140]

7. See’s Candies

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Growing up in California, there were See’s Candies shops everywhere. Sometimes when we were out shopping, we’d just drop in and buy a couple pieces to snack on throughout the day. Low and behold, when I moved to the east coast I discovered there were NO See’s! Actually, some of the larger malls would get See’s kiosks during the holiday season, but you could only buy pre-packed boxes. Woe is me. I plan on stocking up in vegas and putting them in my own damn stocking this year.

8. Black Parka

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I don’t have a particular coat in mind, all I know is that I want a black parka. Something I can wear to work in the winter so that I don’t have to wear my dumpy-dog-destroyed brown parka anymore. Woof.

So that’s what I’ve got on my wish list this year, what’s on your list?!!

Latests 11/14

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Jen @nutcaseinpoint

I did a flow class at yoga tonight and it was TOUGH. I think mostly because my entire body has been extremely sore the last few days. I did manage to get in my first full bind though! So now, 16 hours after I began my day, I am finally showered, in bed, and watching SOA. The chances of me falling asleep in the next 10 minutes are highly probable.

But, [hopefully] before that happens, I want to share this week’s latests!

We hopped over to Home Depot this weekend to grab some paint and FINALLY cover the god-awful orange that’s in our entry way downstairs. So far, we’ve only had time to put one coat on and it already looks fantastic! It really makes the space lighter and larger. We opted for Behr”s Manhattan Mist.

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Metamucil! Tyler and I are both adding more soluble fiber to our diets. And I gotta tell ya, it’s working wonders for my digestion- especially during the week when I load up on veggies and get stuck at a desk all day. It also helps lower cholesterol and maintain healthy blood sugar levels. The orange flavor isn’t that bad, either! (Has anyone/Is anyone taking this?!!)

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A cast iron skillet! We found one at an unbelievable sale price and couldn’t resist. I absolutely cannot wait to make frittatas and [more] cornbread!!!

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My music obsession for the past week or so has been Eminem’s new CD and the Dubstep Pandora station. Both are great for workouts.

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Well isn’t that a sad roundup of latests. There might be more that I’m forgetting to include, but I am .2 seconds away from getting some serious shut eye.

Tell me: What are some of your latests?

Winesday Wednesday 11/13

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Jen @nutcaseinpoint

Another week rolls around and it’s Winesday Wednesday again. And you know what? I’m a total slacker and have NOTHING to show for it. I had a couple sips here and there of Tyler’s beers over the long weekend, but really nothing outstanding. I did however manage to ‘spill’ a few drops of Bailey’s into my coffee on Sunday morning.

I honestly felt drunk off that. I was attempting to do a ton of loads of laundry, and I was winded as all hell from the combination of boozy coffee and the several trips up and down the stairs to retrieve various loads. Is it just me, or does anyone else get out of breath super easy when they’ve had a drink?

I remember in college (nicknamed ‘Harvard on the Hill’) I would be profusely sweating if I tried to get anywhere on campus by foot. And that was SOBER. If I had a drink, you can forget it, I would probably sit down somewhere to rest for a bit. I’m not even kidding. Also, I weighed about 50 pounds more at the time, so that might have had something to do with it.

Totally derailed there for a minute and had a brief moment of reflection. Man, I really didn’t like myself in college. I ate too much, drank too much, didn’t exercise much outside of volleyball season… oof.

Now, everything’s more in moderation. Except for watching anything on the American Bravo channel (binge watch when I’m home) and drinking water (I swear to God straws make me consumer SO MUCH MORE).

Back to booze.

Friday night, I sipped a stinky Italian beer. It tasted average, but stank to high heavens.

Saturday, I had a Brewster’s Raspberry Ale.

Sunday- Bailey’s in my coffee. And maybe a vodka soda.

To be honest, I splurged on a nonfat no-whip peppermint mocha from Starbucks last friday and it did some serious damage to my stomach and appetite for a few days. Probably the reason why I wasn’t my usual alcohol-indulgent (well doesn’t THAT make me sound like an alcoholic) self.

So here’s what I’ve got for submissions from this week- some newbies have been added to my list of contributors! Thank you so much 🙂

mmmmmm….that looks delicious. And yes, I could usually go for a glass of wine on a friday evening!

The rest of the caption read “L-what I wish I was drinking R- what I am drinking” Ha, I love it (and so jealous of your access to Angry Orchard even if you can’t drink it, mama of 2-to-be!) Thanks, Nicole!

Alison emailed me this pic! “Ravenswood Zinfandel – my fav.
Drinking while I feed. That way it’s out of my system by the time she
eats again. ;)”

And with that, I’m signing off. (Hoping to get tomorrow’s ‘Latests’ post up for you guys, but I’m currently working on a project that’s a bit time sensitive..we’ll see!)

Latests

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Jen @nutcaseinpoint

Not too many things to share this week- trying to cut back on spending until I’m back in the States in a couple weeks (where I can get more bang for my buck!) But things to share of late are:

The Starbucks App

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Yeah, I know I’m super late on this one. I was totally aware of the app, but never really had the desire to pre-pay for my black coffee. But then I was made aware of all the rewards that can result from pre-paying for black coffee and I got myself signed up right away. In fact, tomorrow I’m indulging in my once annual skinny peppermint mocha. Kinda really excited.

Hot Yoga

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I got a 10 class pass to Hot Yoga on Crowfoot. It’s been a couple months since I went last and my hips really needed the stretch, plus I want to get in some sweaty stretch sessions before Vegas.

Lady Gaga

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Dang it, you guys. I am a serious Gaga fan and this latest album is no bueno. I listened to the whole CD during my workout last night, and my booty did not throw in any extra shakes due to non-booty-shaking-beats. Le sigh.

Wine.

Cono Ser Viognier. It’s a sweet white wine. That’s all I have to say about that. Well, that and I only drank about 1/4 of a glass of it when I bought it. So lucky me I have most of a bottle to play around with this weekend.

The Body Shop stuff

1. Moringa Beautifying Oil. To help with the crazy dry weather and for sexy times! You are welcome for the TMI.

2. Seaweed Clarifying Toner for post- Hot Yoga and other super sweaty workouts. Helps get all the gunky makeup off that I usually miss when I wash my face.

3. White Musk Voluptuous Velvet Body Creme. I already have the perfume of this, so I thought I’d add the body creme to my collection. Yet another thing to lather on and keep my skin from being so dry. I swear, I am itchy practically 24/7 during the winter!

Double Chocolate Chunk Quest Bars

Yup, this new flavor is the best. I still have to be super careful not to eat the whole bar in one sitting otherwise I turn into a blowfish. But with this flavor it’s so hard to restrain myself because it’s like a delicious and decadent candy bar.

And I realized maybe I did spend a bit. Woof.

Tell me: what are some of your latest finds?!!

Winesday Wednesday 11/6

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Jen @nutcaseinpoint

It is my firm belief that this here blog has the smallest reach on the internet. Heck, on days I don’t post there are only about 10 people IN THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD that check out my blog. Do I really care? Not entirely, but sometimes it can get to me that I spend a lot of time putting stuff together and publish. Perhaps if I wasn’t in Canada? Nah, the internet has no borders (unless you’re in North Korea I suppose) and it’s about time I stop blaming everything on the country that supplies me with free health care.

This is the part where I COULD go on a tangent about how I’ve not paid for a single physical, dentist appt, prescription, AND my GP sends me to other specialists (aka: dermatologist) just for funsies. Yeah, it comes out in the form of taxes on my pay check, but yeah ok whatever.

Then again, I should probably just stop complaining in general. Although you have to admit, I haven’t posted many woes in quite some time! Unless you follow me on twitter, then you’d see that I have an unruly hate towards Calgary Transit, but so does every other Calgarian.

Let me continue on my mini rant.. As I was saying, my blog is tiny. I have no giveaways, I don’t have traveling adventures to recount, and I certainly don’t eat anything interesting. Sometimes I log on and will word vomit a teeny tiny little post just so that some of you will remember I still exist.

I get really excited creating workouts or sharing recipes, or recounting some of the latest crap I’ve bought, but I think my favorite thing so far on my little piece of internet are my Winesday Wednesday posts! I really just love participation- knowing that some of you actually want to contribute to my weekly post of booze (and it doesn’t have to be BOOZE- I’m talking to all you pregnant, nursing, or recovering alcoholics) gives me just a huge ass feeling of awesome.

This week’s contribution is even tinier than last week’s, but no submission goes ungrateful in my eyes. So thank you to those who tweet, instagram, facebook, or email me stuff!

First up, Keith sent me one of his latests:

“Here’s a new vintage, an Italian Nebbiolo from earlier this year. Barely 4 months in the bottle, and it’s a light, tasty wine that goes down very very easy. I think this is going to be amazing in a year or so.”

Which reminds me, Tyler and I need to get our wine-making pants back on. We are gonna run low!

My friend Crystie, posted this awesome photo on my facebook:

Yup, I need to get rich SOON so this can happen. Until then, I shall drink out of the bottles. [That’s a joke, I pour it into a glass first. Most of the time]

This past weekend, I actually went over to Crystie’s house for a little blind wine party. Six of us each brought a bottle of wine that was concealed in a brown paper bag and numbered. We tested each (twice!) and voted on our favorite. We ended up picking the one Crystie picked out, but since she was hosting the party, we went with the #2 choice to win the prize- a $15 gift card to Starbucks! We then continued sipping the wines and munching on all the goodies Crystie supplied. It was a super fun night and I found some wines I liked that I would not have normally purchased.