Thanksgiving

I have to be honest and admit that I’ve never really been into the whole Thanksgiving thing. Don’t get me wrong, I am extremely thankful, especially this year, but the holiday hasn’t really ever done much for me. This year I am trying to get into the spirit. In no particular order, here are the things I am most thankful for this year:

• My health and being “structurally intact”
• The best sister on the planet, hands down
• Being so geographically close to my family
• A great work situation
• Good friends
• Marty
• The Rose Bowl

Here’s to a great upcoming weekend shared with family and friends!

Just Like the Old Days at 49 Lynn Street

Erin and I have been talking for awhile about how it would be fun over Thanksgiving to have all our old high school friends over to my parents' house to hang out like old times. When we saw all of Erin's friends last week, we got a positive response so decided to go for it. Both of our groups of friends tended to end up over at the house on weekends in high school, and it will be fun to recreate that atmosphere with both of our groups. And this time we don't have to sneak beer or steal from the liquor cabinet! Will post pictures after the event!

Go Purple Panthers!

Massage Therapy: The Good, The Bad, and the Painful!

I got a massage today. You’re jealous, right? Well, don’t get too excited yet. I am not a very flexible person, and that is the kindest way to say it. I will always remember that I was unable to achieve the highest level of the physical fitness award in elementary school because I couldn’t do the damn V-sit stretch. Well, it’s been quite a few years and not much has changed. It turns out it’s not really my fault (so says my trainer and I’m happy to believe her) and so she recommended massage therapy in addition to my regular stretching routine. It’s great, but…

I love my massage therapist. She is really fantastic and working with her has changed my life. But these are not relaxation massages. I practically have to beg for her to be “nice” and her response is always, “Do you want to be an athlete or do you want to relax?” Well, I want to be an athlete so I guess that means no pain, no gain. We discovered today that my tendency to sit Indian style, and with my legs crossed (“like a pretzel”) is causing all kinds of problems with my hips, leg muscles, and lower back, which are very painful to fix.

Needless to say, I’m a little sore. But I have faith that it’s worth it! Here’s to a good run tomorrow.

Wedding Planning and A Serious Haircut

Did I mention that Erin is getting married?! I’ve been really bad about blogging, but I sincerely hope that the wedding adventures will give me lots of material. So far, so good. She and Jeramie have been engaged since early September and the planning is well underway. Her dress is all set (and amazing) and I think we picked bridesmaids’ dresses last night (pending approval from the rest of the girls). I am keeping a journal to give to Erin as part of her wedding gift to remember all the gory details of this process, so I will share bits and pieces here. Last night we went to look at dresses for Mom. It was amusing to say the least. I am literally still laughing out loud at the realization that the “strapless dress” she loved was really a skirt. I’m going to look for pictures and post what I find. Let’s just say she’s going to continue to shop.

Yesterday was also a big day for me – I got a serious haircut! Somewhere between 6-7 inches – gone! I told Kate to just go for it, I trust her and I am very happy so far. It’s definitely an adjustment, but I think I like it. Pictures to come soon.