Mid-Morning Run & Cowboys Stadium

6.23 Mile Run
Time: 1:05:58
Averavge Pace Per Mile: 10:35

This morning I almost didn't go running because my throat felt sore. By mid morning, I had some breakfast and I felt a lot better, so I figured I might as well go running. Cheyenne joined me for two miles and let me tell you, it's not easy running and pushing a 20 lb. baby.

After my run, I cleaned up and headed to Arlington to meet Cortnee for lunch and later ended up at Cowboys Stadium (Trey's idea). We bought Cheyenne a Romo jersey, from the Pro Shop. Every Sunday, when the Cowboys play a game, Trey and I wear our jerseys to church and now Cheyenne can wear hers too.

A reporter saw us outside and asked to interview Trey and Cheyenne. Hopefully, they'll be on tonight.



We are really excited about the game tomorrow. Over 100,000 people are expected to be there. The game comes on NBC at 7:15 pm. Look for us, we'll be wearing blue jersey's.

Tutu

Running Playlist

I will put this playlist on shuffle, but here it is. The playlist is over an hour and a half, which should get me through a long run.
So, I was listening to the radio and heard a familar chorus line. It was the same chorus in Imogen Heap's song, Hide and Seek. I first heard of Imogen when I downloaded the Last Kiss Soundtrack, which by the way is an amazing soundtrack and movie. The remix that Jason Derulo did is pretty good, but I really like the original version too. I never imagined this song would be remixed, but it works.

Imogen Heap's Version
Imogen Heap - Hide and Seek (Ooh, Whatcha Say Intro) by lucaslubin

Jason Derulo's Version/Remix of Hide & Seek. His version is called whatcha-say. If you haven't heard this song on the radio, don't worry, by the end of the week/month/year radio stations will play it to death.

Whatcha Say - Jason Derulo

New Found Interest

Cheyenne has discovered Baby Einstein. My boss gave her several BE DVD's and Cheyenne seems to really like it. Amazingly, it grabs her attention.

The Baby Jogger is Back in Service

For a few weeks, the jogger has been out of commission. I thought it needed some air, but apparently one of the tubes had a huge gash. We found a replacement tube at a bicycle shop. While we were there, at the shop, I browsed some of the bikes and it makes me feel good that my hobby is more affordable than cycling.

Anyways, we got Cheyenne a tube at a wonderful price of three dollars and some change. Not bad. She's up and rolling and I'm hoping to take her for a run soon. This evening we took a family walk. It was a nice warm up before my 4 mile run.

Originally, I was planning on running outside, but after the walk I was ready to be indoors. The humidity and mosquitos, not to mention it's getting so dark so fast these days. Time change is approaching, I can feel it.

Well, it's time to go to bed. Last night, Cheyenne woke up with a low-grade fever--100 degrees. She also woke up, crying with a wet-leaky diaper. I cleaned her up, gave her some medicine, and put her back down. The medicine helped because in a matter of hours her temperature dropped back to normal. Okay, goodnight everyone.

Unintentional Vegetarian

Okay, so it's been a while since I made a batch of meat for Cheyenne. She's still getting protein from other food sources, but I should really give her meat. This afternoon, I cooked her up some ground turkey. Before I put it away, I made turkey -tacos for myself. Wow, my first ground turkey experience...a tasty surprise! All these years, I've been missing out. I think Cheyenne will love it too. I'll probably mix it with potatoes.


Well, today we're taking it easy. I made my third batch of granola bars. The orginally batch I made I used fresh honey. Erin got it from someone who had a bee farm, I guess that's what they're called. Well, I ran out of that honey, so for this batch, I had to use some store bought stuff. The bars I made today taste great, but they're falling apart, I think I need to try a different type of honey. The one I have is called clover honey. Don't know much about this bee businees, but I know I will not be putting clover honey in the next batch, unless I want granola crumbs.

Well, today it's too gloomy to be outdoors. Rain is still in the forecast for the next few days and it's really messing with my training schedule. Saturday, I didn't go for my long run because of a thunderstorm. So yesterday afternoon, I planned on running 7 miles on the treadmill. That was the plan, but I only ran 3 miles. Trey was suppose to watch Cheyenne while watching football. They were in the living room and she kept crawling to bedroom door and crying because she knew I was in there. She is definitely a momma's girl....BIG TIME. I always tell her, "We're peanut butter and jelly!" Trey says he's the white bread.

The Abilene Day Trip

Saturday we went to Abilene for Maghen's Bridal Shower.

Check out this massive cake. I took a big slice over to Trey's parents and Trey thought it was all for him and he ate the entire slice! It was good, I guess I can't blame him.

We got them a spice rack...Oooo that's nice! I ran out of wrapping paper and Trey suggested I use the Dora the Explorer wrap, we had at the house. He said, "Meghan will love it." And she did.

Cheyenne playing on the table.

Table Decorations

A cross one of her family members got them.

We also had a chance to stop by Amy's and visit.

Angelica and Cheyenne always have fun playing together.

Cooking and Baking in the kitchen.

Look at my little angel. I mean Sunshine....Angelica is the Angel.

Celery Sticks

Cheyenne has been chewing on this for a while. Mmmm.

Soaking Wet

We're on our way to Abilene. It's been raining off and on since Friday
morning. Everyone stay safe and enjoy this lazy weather weekend.

Flu Season Approaching

Pick me up...PLEASE

On the Move

Oh my goodness, look at those rolls....Love it!

Is everyone ready for flu season? Yesterday, I got my first flu shot. UTA is offering shots to faculty, staff, and students at a reasonable price. I only paid 15.00 and I hear places like Walgreens and CVS are charging 25.00. Some people say the shot makes them sick, but so far I feel alright....although, my arm feels a little sore.

New Logo

I'm currently working on a video project and it's almost done. Here is a snapshot of it in post production. UTA introduced their new logo. I like it. It's simple and the A is similar to the city of Arlington brand.

Is This Cheyenne?

I use iPhoto on my Mac to manage my personal photo library and it has this really cool tool called Faces. Faces--automatically detects and even recognizes faces in your photos. I thought this was cute.

Is Baby Dom--Cheyenne?
Is Baby Trey--Cheyenne?

Those photos aren't Cheyenne, but this is....

TV, Food, and Running...The Perfect Combination

I finally got a long RCA cable to go from the satellite box to my treadmill. So, now I can flip through channels and get some miles in. I usually switch between the Food Network, ABC, Planet Green, CNN, and FIne Living Network. Before I had the RCA cable I would usually listen to music or watch a DVD--or stare out the window for 40 minutes--interesting I know. Sometimes, Trey comes in the room while I'm on the treadmill and he'll stare at me...it's annoying and he knows it. haha.....

I cross trained on the treadmill, Saturday, just walking on a 3.0 incline and I think I may have injured my back. Yeah, from walking. Maybe it was because I had too much power in my power walk, yeah...that's it--But seriously, I think it's because I didn't stretch enough. Today, my back feels much better.

Here is a picture of Cheyenne doing some shopping over the holiday weekend. I had to blur the box in the background, it's a gift....for a special couple.

Labor Day 2009

Labor Day Means Sleeping In & Home Projects

We found Cheyenne cuddling with Winnie the Pooh. Occasionally, she'll use him as a pillow.

Like most American's, long weekends mean either vacationing or home projects. Well, we didn't go anywhere, but we did find time to get a small project out of the way. We finally made a covered cushion for the mudroom bench. No sewing. I love it!

I'm not sure if I like these green pillows here, but they work for now. I keep moving them from room to room. One day they will find a home.

8 Mile Run

Time: 1 hour 27 mins
Average Pace Per Mile: 10:56

This morning I ran by myself. I hope I didn't scare Liz away. I doubt it. It's hard waking up early on a Saturday morning. I thought about skipping too, but knew I would regret it later on, so I got my tired butt out of bed and laced up. Normally, I don't have probelms getting out the door, but last night around 3 am, Cheyenne leaked through her diaper and I had to change her (clothes and all). She went back down, but then around 4:30 am--woke up again, this time hungry. I fed her in bed and then took her back to the crib. Waking up in the middle of the night, is really out of character for her. Weird. Because of the night interruptions, my run this morning felt slow. Towards the end I got a good boost of energy, but overall, I fell like I could've done better.

So, this month I will run 9 miles, during one of my long runs. I don't think I'll do that next week, but maybe the next. We'll see how it goes. And then by October I will be running 10 miles. Woo! Just thinking about it makes me sweat. I'm averging about 16 miles a week. I never thought I'd be covering so much ground, but it feels good.

But other than running, we've been taking it easy at the house and watching college football. We've also been playing with Chey. She is now clapping her hands. Take a look.

I'll Drive

Cheyenne wanted to drive us to PotBelly's

Occupational Hazard

About Yesterday/Why I left work Early

Yesterday, I had a video and photo shoot at work. So, it was mid afternoon and I was doing my thing and my phone started to ring. I ignored it and it kept ringing and I just kept ignoring it. I didn't want to answer it because I was on the clock and I did not want to be rude to the people who volunteered to help. A few minutes passed and I heard my voicemail chime and a few seconds later I heard a text message chime. Ignore. Ignore. Ignore.

After a few minutes, I got my phone out, to review the rough cut-- that I loaded on it-- and that's when I saw the text: From Trey---I'm going to the hospital.....

WHAT?!

I called him and he explained. He was working at a store, checking a gas furnace. Apparently, the gas furnace exploded in his face. A ball of fire rolled out and burned his eyes, eyelashes and eyebrows--1st degree burns. He was able to drive himself to the ER. The doctor assured him, his vision would be fine, but gave him medicine for the burning sensation and pain. Today, he is at home, resting his eyes and taking the medicine. At first, I was scared to see him because I didn't know what to expect. He told me, he didn't completely lose his eyelashes...but they were all mangled and they will probably fall off. After seeing him, yeah I have to say he looks a little different, but his hair can grow back. We are counting our blessings and thanking God that it wasn't anything severe. He is a competent HVAC Tech and it sucks that that had to happen.

Christmas Carol...Anyone?

Heather,one of our friends, gave us some of her daughters old clothes. Trey and I really got a kick out of this jacket. Cheyenne loved it too.







We were getting worried because Cheyenne was starting to run low on clothes. She had outgrown most of her outfits, especially the onesies. But our friend and Trey's parents blessed Cheyenne with clothes. Yay! We won't have a naked baby running around.

By the way, I'm home from work early. More on that later.

Lingering Cough

I went to work this morning and Chey went to Leah's. She still has
that nasty cough, but overall, I think she's getting over it.

Well, here is a picture I thought I'd post. Trey's parents stopped by
for a few hours, on Sunday and Chey was acting extremely calm, when I
took this picture.