Too Young to Buy Spray Paint

Last weekend I noticed that all of my neighbors were outside working. I chose to go to the mall instead. At the end of that weekend, I was slightly jealous of all the renewed energy in their homes and yards. Soooo, this weekend I took on some DIY projects. I ended up painting my bathroom, organizing the garage, and prepping my yard for
S P R I N G. I headed to my favorite store The Home Depot to get supplies. I'm not sure how old you need to be to buy spray paint but I was definitely carded. I'm not sure if I should be annoyed now because I am quickly approaching thirty or save my annoyance for the day when I am no longer carded.

I started on the bathroom very, very early and was able to get it pretty much done before my free labor came over to help. (THANKS FRIENDS)The walls were a very unflattering shade of pink when I moved in and I vowed to change that immediately!

It's hard to see but trust me, the walls are ugly

I bought the paint right away and then time got away from me. Three years later, I finally painted the bathroom! 

I was also missing a crucial piece of hardware, a towel rack. I bought a new one (Target had a chrome one on sale for $8!!), new towels, and a new bathmat. I'll post pictures more pictures as soon as I get the rack up!! I'm extra proud of myself because I actually took the time to tape everything correctly and my ceilings, granite, window, and door are all free of gray paint. My dad is very proud :).

I spent the majority of the weekend working on front and backyard projects. I had a huge wooden work table in the yard that at one time, stored all of the pool cleaning tools. I moved the pool stuff to the garage and the table became my dog's favorite place to dig holes. Anything wooden that isn't properly cared for usually rots and that's exactly what happened in this case. My friend and I spent about an hour DESTROYING the table with our feet and hammers. I think this would be a great way to get out all of our built up rage. We don't really have built up rage but it was fun regardless. I forgot to take pictures so you'll just have to use your imagination. 

Also in the yard, we painted some chairs I have on the pool deck. They're not done drying yet so here are some pictures of them upside down. 

Again, just use your imagination to visualize them upright and on the deck

I have a friend who is a horticulturist (Check out his awesome Hortipopia) who helped me get the yard ready. I forgot 'before' pictures (sorry guys, I will get better) but here are some 'after' pictures for you to check out. 

Cordyline

Look at my shadow!

Welcome!

Fergie

My body stay vicious

I be up in the gym just working on my fitness

Are you allowed to quote Fergie after thirty? She's much older than 30 so I think it's fine. . . maybe I'll consult one of those fancy women's magazines (Vogue, Elle, Cosmo) I bet they would know!! 

At work every spring they have a 50 Days of Fitness Challenge. For the low price of $5 you get access to gyms and fitness classes for 50 days. Normally, this is not the type of foolishness that I would engage in. I am, however, reaching middle age so it's about time I engage in some type of physical activity. In all honesty, I decided to signup because of a friend. . .such a follower. Irregardless (I know that's not a "real" word but it's okay because I am STILL 29). 

In the last 50 days, I've been to several gyms, changed my eating habits slightly, and realized how important physical activity is to so many people. I even watched one episode of The Biggest Loser. Only one episode though, the show is great but waaaay too long.  This morning I even cycled 10 miles in 30 minutes. I can't guarantee that this is a huge accomplishment but I feel like it is so I'm sharing my picture.

EAT THAT LANCE ARMSTRONG!

In good company

If you're really, really good at math, you've figured out that I was born in 1983. W E L L, guess who else was born in 1983!!!!

No really, G U E S S.

Okay guys, great guesses.

Compare your fabulous guesses to these movies, albums, and celebrities also celebrating 30 years of joy in 2013!

MOVIES

 MUSIC

(Madonna twice)

 FAMOUS PEOPLE

Where Shopping is A Pleasure

How do you know if you spend too much time at the grocery store? I've received a few signs that I may love my neighborhood Publix a little more than a typical patron. . . if that's even possible. So here is a short list of signs to look out for (all of these really happened to me) that you may be in the same boat: 

1. You see one of the many stockers, know his name, and notice that he got a fresh haircut.

2. The same stocker sees you the next day and notices that you too, got your hair cut (in the 24 hours since you were last at Publix.)

3. The meat manager asks you how the roast you bought yesterday turned out.

4. The cashier knows where YOU work.

5. A different cashier knows that you're on vacation and asks if you're sad that it's almost over.

Adult Living

I spent hours making soup today.

Of course when I say hours, I mean two. (Two is more than one which allows me to use plurals, even though it makes it seem like I spent my whole evening make soup. Right?) ANYWHO, I spent hours making soup. I make my own chicken broth and if you're not a cook/chef, I bet this impresses you. I sliced pounds of carrots, onions, and celery. . . in the food processor. I did ALL OF THIS and all I want to eat for dinner is a plum. I'm sitting next to the fruit bowl in my kitchen as I type this and the plum smell    so    G O O D. And because I am an adult, sort of, I'll probably end up eating the nectarine and having soup for breakfast.

Adulthood

There are all of these misconceptions about things that adults should and should not do. Well guess what folks!! I am knocking these silly idealistic visions of adulthood out of the ballpark.

My one example, society thinks adults should check their mail (snail mail, email, voicemail). I don't do ANY of that. I don't have any plans to do ANY of that. Honestly, the older I get - the less I am motivated to do ANY of that. I'd rather read my book(s) :).

Procrastination is a disease

When I'm really bored or avoiding "real work" I like to peruse WebMD. Google is cool, YouTube is fandamntastic but WebMD is where all the cool kids go for a good time.  Since I primarily use the site to procrastinate, and not for its' founders intentions, today I decided to see if they had any information on procrastination. Like most things I do, this started out as a joke. As I browsed through articles, however, I'm certain procrastination is a disease and I have all of the symptoms.

Apparently, procrastination is a symptom for a huge number of "real" (in my opinion) conditions including fatigue, fibromyalgia, and ADHD. Personally, I am a huge procrastinator. I am a firm believer that you should absolutely put off today what you can do tomorrow. That may seem backwards to some but I've accomplished a lot considering the lifestyle I've chosen. I have a temporary career (I've been procrastinating finding a new one), a master's degree, a house, a car, a puppy; I am the American Dream. . . the somewhat delayed but always on time American Dream.