Happy Thursday! Sorry for skipping last weeks thinking out loud, but I was just in need of a digital detox. I spend all day at work on social media and staring at screens so it was nice to take a break. I've also been in a bit of a rut with posting. I rarely cook anything worth sharing, free time isn't something I have a lot of, so I stick to the basics. It's easier that way with my job. Anyway I'll stop babbling now so let's jump into this weeks thinking out loud!
1. This song is incredible. My boyfriend stumbled across it while he was watching one of his weightlifting videos (not sure what macho weight lifter would listen to this song), but it's so beautiful. It's instrumental and just a beautiful love song. I highly recommend checking it out!
2. Running the past couple of months has been a struggle. I've cut back or flat out not done it several times. I think part of it has been from pure exhaustion (work and lupus fatigue), lacking motivation (I'm not afraid to admit it happens to me), and several other factors. Last Thursday I had a really solid run for the first time in a long time. When I was done I sat on the gym floor dripping and sweat smiling from ear to ear like a crazy lady. I wanted to scream FINALLY! Running has always been therapeutic for me so I missed it, but I also wanted to listen to my body which clearly needed a break. I'm not back to running like I was, that will take time and I'm going to listen to my body. If running sounds like a good idea then I'll happily hop on board, if not then I'll do other cardio.
3. My boyfriend is so unbelievably amazing. We leave each other sticky notes to find all over each others apartments- he's far more creative at finding places to put than I am. I was on the phone with my dad and I opened the fridge to grab my water bottle and just started laughing. Right there on the middle shelf was a sticky note. He's also put one on the toilet that scared me half to death when I went to pee early in the morning.
4. The humane society here has a snapchat where they post all their adorable animals to their story. My boyfriend and I have gone several times to play with dogs just because we saw them on snapchat. This cutie was posted yesterday and her expression just melted my heart😍the shelter said using snapchat to showcase animals has been a really effective way for them to get animals adopted.
5. There is so much still to come in life. Even during the hard moments in life think of all the joy there is still to be had. Don't give up. "Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me." Psalm 23:4
Have a terrific Thursday and an incredible weekend🎉🎉🎉
Happy Thursday! What a week it has been. There's been a lot of hours logged at work thanks to some major events happening in the state, but I've gotten to pet some dogs and work with two of my best friends. Overall it's been a solid week but I'm VERY thankful it's my weekend🙌I plan on taking some naps, working out, and taking some more naps😴 Anyway, let's jump into this weeks thinking out loud!
1. Monday was the first day of school for kids here. I went into work early to cover kids going back, get their reactions about being back at school, and to talk to parents about having their lives back now that the kiddos are back in school😉Little did I know there would be an angelic dog at the elementary school I was getting video at. This pup is a therapy dog of one of the teachers at the school. The kids all loved her and the younger kids who were crying because they didn't want to leave mom and dad got walked to their classroom by this adorable pup. I wish my school would have had a therapy dog🐶
2. Have you seen the @i_weigh movement on instagram? One of my best friends at the station showed it to me and challenged all the girls at the station to participate in it. All you do is take a picture of yourself, put characteristics about yourself around you, and tag @i_weigh on instagram. It's all about inspiring positivity about yourself. There's a lack of self-love and it's a great way to realize how amazing you are!
3. Let's talk about jackfruit. I've heard about all the incredible benefits of jackfruit, but I've never actually had it. I do think it's ridiculous to buy this monster in the store, especially when it's sold by the pound and it weighs a solid 25-30 pounds. Really what are you supposed to do with that thing?! Someone please explain because to me all it looks like is if you dropped it you'd break your foot or whatever it landed on.
4. For everyone who thinks reporting is super glamorous let me present you exhibit A. Everyone had to be at work early to report on a prisoner execution, it poured all day long, the humidity was 100% (aka HORRIFIC hair day), the wind kept catching my dress just right making me look pregnant, I had to stand on a curb to look taller, and the exhaustion was so real. On the bright side it was a hectic day with tons of breaking news, which I love, and I got to do team coverage with two of my best friends at the station. Despite th long day and all that went wrong it was actually a lot of fun.
5. I read this yesterday and thought it was so incredibly beautiful. Poetry is my favorite💜 Have a terrific Thursday and a great weekend everyone🎉🎉🎉 What is something you love about yourself? How do you relax after a long day?
Happy Thursday! This week has been a bit of a rollaercoaster. There's a lot of big things happening both personally and professionally, so I'm glad it's my weekend where I can step back and just take a breather. Good news is all the changes are exciting, including my brother's wedding in Cali (mini vacay!) and going to a Taylor Swift concert in a few weeks🎉Anyway there's a ton of cute puppies ahead, so let's jump into this weeks thinking out loud!
1. It's not secret I'm in love (or mildly obsessed) with dogs. I'd love to adopt a pup from the humane society, but with my insane schedule and living in an apartment it's just not the ideal circumstances to have one. My boyfriend remedies my puppy love by taking me to the shelter every couple of week to play with all the dogs. Nothing beats giving those dogs a few minutes of attention because they're cooped up inside all day until they find homes. This sweeties name is Mocha and she was such a ham. All she wanted to do it play and give kisses, I hope she finds an amazing home💜
2. A lot of people think reporting is super glamorous- totally not true. Don't get me wrong I absolutely adore my job and my coworkers, but glamorous is not an adjective I would ever use to describe the job. A lot of my days are spent waiting around for people to call me back, rushing around like a crazy person to meet deadlines, lots of driving, and attempting to look put together when I'm on camera. I took this inside a live truck while our photographer (also one of my best friends) and I were stuck waiting around. It was well over 90 degrees and lemme tell you no AC can keep up that great with the heat🔥
3. Weird things happen around TV stations and in the latest edition of oddities I was walking outside to the station cars to go to a shoot and what do I find in the parking lot? A pair of men's underwear. Lord know how they got there, I certainly don't want to know.
4. On a WAY cuter note, one of our evening anchors got a new puppy. She brought the adorable pup into work which automatically made my day and the little cutie was obsessed with sniffing the camera lens. Even though I had been stuck out in the heat and in the hot live truck as soon as I saw the puppy my day was instantly better. Puppies really do make everything better🐶
5. Having gracious speech is something everyone could work on, myself included. I'm far from gracious. If I'm asked my opinion I will give it and I don't believe in sugarcoating the truth, which isn't always the best. I'll never be the most gracious person in the room, but it's something I'll work on and will continue to work on forever. Have a terrific Thursday and a great weekend!
Happy Thursday! Holy smokes how has it already been 100 weeks?! That's crazy to me and what's even crazier is people still bother to come check my blog! I've hardly blogged at all since moving to Nebraska, but ya'll still check in with me and email me and check instagram. I'm just so blown away all the time by how awesome my readers are. You guys are so good to me and I'm sending each of you a massive hug💜Anyway, aside from that mushy gushy moment let's jump into this weeks thinking out loud!
1. It's no secret I love amazon. I use it for most thing, the majority of the time it's cheaper than buying stuff in stores, plus it's delivered right to my door which is a huge plus. For the first time I ordered paper towel and toilet paper and my boyfriend was ripping me for it. It was delivered in a massive box (which I recycled), but I think it's super convenient, especially working a job with hours continually subject to change. He can make fun of me all he wants but I think it was a great idea😬
2. I got to dogsit for a day and it was probably one of the greatest days of my life. This sweet pupper and I went to the dog park three times, took a walk, a nap, and had an amazing day hanging out. She's a chow chow so that's why she's so poofy. She's an absolute sweetheart and I love when she cocks her head😍
3. Firefighters are so incredible. They work so unbelievably hard every single day, are constantly sleep deprived, and do not make nearly the amount of money they should. Over the weekend I had the opportunity to see a demonstration on how they rescue someone who's trapped after an accident. Their tools, called the jaws of life, are really incredible. In a matter of minutes the guys had the dummy victim out of the vehicle and were giving it medical attention. I've been to countless fires, but to see the medical side of their job was really interesting to me.
4. It's always better to give than to receive and it's so true. Nothing makes me feel better than giving. Whether it's to a friend, someone in need, no matter what or who giving just feels good. If you're feeling down volunteering is a great pick me up, plus you'll meet incredible people. True power is in giving. You don't have to give money either, time is an incredible gift and sometimes it's all someone wants. Have a great Thursday and a terrific weekend🎉🎉🎉 What is your favorite way to give and why? Gifts, time, etc... Do you like shopping at stores or the convenience of home delivery? Why?
