The Rain is Pouring Down

Im in an acoustic mood tonight.

Ive been thinking of the song

my father wrote about me when I was a child.

The lyrics have faded from my memory,

but I wish I could sing them now.

Alaska Men's Run 2011

The adventures of Amanda and Amanda

continue as they run for yet another good cause!

To benefit grants locally for any group

that provides moral support and information,

does research,

or any other activities related to prostate and testicular cancer!

It was a warm sunny day in Anchorage,

and a great group of people turned out to raise money and awareness!

I came in 10th in my age division

with a time of 52:30 thats running at a pace of 10:46 for five miles.

Slow Slow Slow.

But, I am posting this so I can beat my time next year!

Live Laugh Love

"If you wish to understand the meaning of what happens in your life,

stop giving it your own meaning.

Let the situation be.

Feel it fully.

Allow it to teach you why it has come into your life"

~Brian from beautiful San Diego, CA

Dating for the MTV Generation

I signed back up on a dating website today.

...now who the hell admits that??

I do, so I can tell you all about it.

After my profile being up for less than an hour,

my inbox was full.

One of the first to email was a man complementing my profile so nicely,

I had to respond because he gave me something positive to sleep on.

This is what was said:

Original Message YOU sent on 7/11/2011 1:48:51 AM
LOL.
Thanks for the smile.
My inbox is starting to over flow. Why arent all you ppl in bed!!!

I work 2 jobs, one of which ends around midnight, so I'm always up at this hour (subsequently, if you ever need someone to chat with this late...)...speaking of this late, YOU are up as well. :p And gee, I wonder why it's overflowing? Intelligent,well-spoken, a 12 on a scale of 1 to 10,a body worth going to war over (Helen of Troy reference, anyone?), ambitious, driven, successful, a clear sense of humor, and if that pic of you with the 'tree balls' is any indication...an apparent flirty/playful side as well. Now sure, MOST men aren't looking at the whole package (you can imagine what they ARE looking at, I'm sure)...and some, this late, are just so desparate that they don't care about ANY of that...you being alive and breathing is enough. Ehem, anyway, yea...go look in a damn mirror, and you'll see why you get attention, because you're YOU. Well, one thing I will say for you that makes you better than 95% of the women here...you're HUMBLE, which MIGHT just be the single most attractive trait of all.

I disappeared in the clouds today

1200- Salad (woke up, late night...dont ask)

1300-1400 Gym:

Hip abduction 3 sets of 10 at 95 lbs.

Hip adduction 3 sets of 10 at 65 lbs.

Leg extensions 3 sets of 10 at 80 lbs.

Seated leg curl 3 sets of 10 at 70 lbs.

Vertical Chest 3 sets of 10 at 60 lbs.

Compound Row 3 sets of 10 at 60 lbs.

Seated arm press 3 sets of 10 at 60 lbs.

then 30 min of cardio.

1430- Lean MR Shake

1630- Salad

1700-1900 Hiked to the top of flattop mountain.

1930- 6 oz. steak and a banana

Audio By: http://www.chrislouis.com/

Trouble Area

As you can see, my waist and area around my ribs is getting very small. And though I love the changes in my lower body as well, I cant help but notice this area that hasnt gone down. So I sent this picture to Adam to see if I could add some magical routine to my workout that would target this area.

He replied with, "Fat store, increase muscle tissue and cardio combined with clean lean foods. Same old story unfortunately. The handles can be stubborn."

Then he asked me about my diet. I told him that I have been missing some meals because I have not been logging them. With eating similar things every day, I didnt see how it was worth the time to do so...until now.

He told me, "Think 40% Carbs, 40% Protien 20% fat each meal each day at least 1200 calories total and on those big run/hike crazy wonder women days you do more carbs and or protein, we dont wanna eat that muscle you have earned."

So, with that being said, Im back to the grind of it all. Expect to see more diet and exercise blogs to come!

Bear Paw Classic

I ran another 5K today!

Out of 594 racers, I came in 302

Thats place 35 in my division of 94 women

and out of the 383 female runners, I came in 156

with a pace of 9:33

I need to pick it up!

A moment in time.

I saw him tonight.

He was perfection.

Height, build, face and hair.

Everything I had imagined,

and more.

It was the way he looked at me.

One look. One smile.

He didnt even have to say hello.

He had me.

He was wearing jeans and a white button down shirt.

I was stopped in traffic on West 4th Ave as he was crossing the road.

His eyes flirted with me

along with his beautiful smile as I looked at him with no expression,

but he did not stop...

until I gave him a smile back as I drove by.

If only I could only go back in time,

I would tell him to get in the car.

Dear Colleen

24x48 Acrylic on Canvas

Gary Yourofsky

Its 2:30 in the morning

and Im sitting here feeling bad about my recent change in diet with protein,

the leather in my car

and other selfish consumer choices I have made.

Watch this video and you may feel the same.

Casey Anthony is Florida Trash

If you want to kill your child or you are too busy to pay attention to them,

give them to me and I will love and care for them beyond anything else in this world.

I don't care how Caylee died.

The fact is she is gone due to the actions of an adult,

she was a child!

I would deliberate till the cows came home

and would have hung that jury regardless of the evidence.

This makes me sick to my stomach.

Today was an embarrassment for our legal system.

Justice was not served.

Casey Anthony, you are a crazy ass bitch

and I hope you rot in hell for what you did to your daughter.

The Adventures of Amanda and Amanda - Bike Bird to Gird

Amanda and Amanda spent the fourth of July biking the infamous "Bird to Gird" bike path. Bird to Gird is a paved path that runs parallel to the New Seward Highway (the only highway in the world that has ocean in the middle and mountains on each side) The bike path is smooth and filled with fun turns, small hills and great views. It is said to be the original highway, therefore is wide enough for a car...the perfect bike route with a one way distance of 14.1 miles.

Bless The Broken Road

As I was coming down the trail head today,

theses lyrics came to mind.

Because man, this has been a bumpy road,

but I have faith that it will be all worth it in the long run.

"Bless The Broken Road"

I set out on a narrow way many years ago

Hoping I would find true love along the broken road

But I got lost a time or two

Wiped my brow and kept pushing through

I couldn't see how every sign pointed straight to you

Every long lost dream led me to where you are

Others who broke my heart they were like Northern stars

Pointing me on my way into your loving arms

This much I know is true

That God blessed the broken road

That led me straight to you

I think about the years I spent just passing through

I'd like to have the time I lost and give it back to you

But you just smile and take my hand

You've been there you understand

It's all part of a grander plan that is coming true

Now I'm just rolling home

Into my lover's arms

This much I know is true

That God blessed the broken road

That led me straight to you

That God blessed the broken road

That led me straight to you.

Lorraine Hansberry

“A woman who is willing to be herself

and pursue her own potential

runs not so much the risk of loneliness,

as the challenge of exposure to more interesting men

and people in general.”

-Lorraine Hansberry

The Adventures of Amanda and Amanda - Meet Najja on Bird Ridge

Amanda and Amanda meet Najja from Brooklyn on Bird Ridge.

He was a man on a mission with a voice of an Angel.

His story was interesting and he made a strong impression on us,

truly a remarkable inspiration.

Without a doubt,

I will see him again.

I dont know where or when...but I will see him again.

It Should Be Effortless

Its not often someone catches me off guard

and gives me butterflies,

but today someone did ♥

I love my new life!

Life is what you make it.

And I will make it!

Last Minutes With Oden

Last Minutes with ODEN from phos pictures on Vimeo.

Pride Fest 2011, Anchorage Alaska

Note to Self

I think self exploration is important and what better way to learn about yourself, then through the conversations with others.

So I decided to share one I had yesterday via text message with you:

Him: So I hear you are looking for a relationship.

Me: Im not looking for "a relationship" Im looking for "the right relationship"

Him: What's the right relationship?

Me: One that allows me to keep my own identity and individualism. One that is supportive and allows personal growth. One that is honest and loyal. One that makes me a better person as a unit rather than standing alone. One that has a foundation of strong friendship and unconditional love.

Him: Too in depth.

Me: I know what I want.

So, Im posting this not only as a personal reminder that these things are important to me, but to also share what I have learned from past relationships with you.

I believe that two people have to be looking for the same things and that your core values have to be mutual...

or it just wont work.

If you try to make it work,

you will only be left with hurt feelings and wasted time.