In other news...

Believe it or not, "lose weight" and "get healthy" were not on my original list. But just so you know, I am indeed working on both. Last night, I attended my first Spin Class. Talk about TORTURE. I have an incredible amount of new-found respect for Spin Class attendees. I almost fell down when I dismounted. Of course, I also actually fell down on the walk into the gym. So maybe that doesn't mean much...

59. IF there is another natural disaster of any kind (domestic), go volunteer. Heaven forbid.

So I indicated domestic... BUT, should I go to Haiti? I speak French... that's about the only reason they might even consider taking me on as a volunteer. But maybe?

http://www.cidi.org/reg_offr.htm

 

P.S. Volunteers who speak Creole are needed to translate text messages to help find individuals still trapped or missing.  http://www.samasource.org/haiti/startnow.php

#35, #44, #87.... Baby steps.

I haven't been giving myself enough credit! I just looked back on these and realized that I am indeed making some progress. In addition to the items already specifically mentioned:

35. Learn about aromatherapy and other natural remedies.
Tomorrow evening I am taking the "herb of the month" class at a new alternative store in Fairfax called "Sticks and Stones". January is mint month. Woot!

44. Join the medical reserve corps.
I did attend the orientation session for the Fairfax County Medical Reserve Corps. I need to complete my online training courses and then I can go active. {Note to self: MUST complete said training ASAP.}

87. Stay away from food service for 1 year +.
I have officially cut the strings. I am now only working ONE job (gasp). Official one year mark will be 12/20/2010. So... let's say I am forbidden from food service until January 2011. Whoa. I guess that answers my question as to when I should open my own coffee shop?

3. Learn how to shoot a gun.

DONE!!!

Thanks to a good friend in Colorado, I have now shot a 9 millimeter pistol, an M4, a shotgun... and something else... I'll get back to you on that. It was FREEZING out... but it was awesome.


THANKS WHIPP!!

6. Go blond (just for a little while).

Ok. I am having second thoughts. But I don't know if I'm allowed to change my mind on the blond thing. The only thing I accomplished by doing this online makeover was confirming the fact that I am not, nor should be, blond. Thoughts?

And yes- I am, indeed wearing overalls. Came to work as Rosie the Riveter for Halloween today.

Virtual makeover courtesy of Mary Kay.