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2013: Month of Mel Day 7

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I don’t like Math very much, of course, it is very useful in every day life. Like when someone makes the wrong change, and I have to show them how to count it out. Or when I write a check and deduct it from my checkbook. You know, basic stuff.

So when a problem springs up in life, it is rare that I feel the need to apply math to something that doesn’t seem to be math-related. But recently I found myself realizing how basic math is applicable in so many ways. For instance, if one event happens…it can be considered an anomaly–a deviation from the norm. If two or more events happen in almost the exact same way, you start to see a pattern…and then you can look at the situation and apply math…or I suppose you could also say LOGIC and look for a common denominator in the events. If there is a common denominator in 2 or more of the events, then I think you have a solution to your life problem. Now whether you want to see the solution is up to you. But you can’t deny the basic truth…the common denominator is the cause of the problem.

Like I need to find the common denominator to why I fall off the exercise wagon after a month…almost every time. And then I start back hardcore…and usually about a month into it, I just stop. What is the 1 thing present in all these situations that needs to be addressed?  Right now, I don’t know. But when I start back this weekend, I’m going to take special care to note what happens when I start to find an excuse not to exercise. And then I’m going to write that excuse down and make myself go.

Wouldn’t life make more sense if we could all look at things objectively and see the common denominators and solve the problem?

Math. Who knew? (Oh I know, pretty much everyone knew…I just don’t have maff brain.)

Rapid topic change…

I thought I’d post a link to my blog entry from March 24, 2011 because someone googled “Nudists wearing slippers” ..and I was so intrigued by what I posted about that would lead this person to that blog entry I had to read it.

and now you can, too. FYI there’s a picture of me wearing slippers…

Have a happy Thursday, bitches! And don’t forget to do your math homework:

If Melf as 300 bits of sparkle on her at 8 am, and the sparkle doubles every hour, but she gives away 150 bits of sparkle every hour, how much sparkle does she have by 6:00 pm?

2013: Month of Mel day 6

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So, how’s the happiest month on earth been treating you so far? According to my horoscope, I am “about to enter a magical month that will bring a planetary lineup so rare and beneficial that I won’t see this type of sparkling support again for decades.”

Sparkling support. Damn right it’s the Month of Mel. I wonder if this is the type of sparkling support they were talking about? Hmmm probably not.

It’s supposed to be beautiful and warm this weekend, which means I can take Sally Sparkle out with her top down! Yay! Aside from the first day I bought her, I’ve not been able to drive her topless…it’s been cold and windy and we even had some snow (flurries)! Of course, I know it was just Mother Nature giving me a nod…sending me little bits of sparkle from the sky to celebrate my month. Thanks for loving me, MN. You’re mostly awesome!

As many of you know, I share my birthday month with my eldest son, Ian. He will be 19 next weekend. All he has asked for is to spend time with us and a few friends…we are doing a spa day, then taking him to Oaklawn. It’s gonna be a great day! He’s very excited about it. As am I.

what color should we paint our toes?

I love that my boys want to give me a pedicure for my birthday and that they WANT to get their toes done as well. My kids are awesome.

2013: Month of Mel Day 5

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And then, she rested.

Well technically, I rested on Day 4. (Which would have been my MeMa’s 113th birthday if she were still alive. And that would have been awesome. I celebrated by watching Y&R (her favorite) and napping. (her other favorite.)

Yes. I napped yesterday. (can you call 5 hours a nap?) I’ve spent the last 4 months working 7 days a week. I used to do this when I was younger…however…this old body just doesn’t bounce back like it used to. Now, I’m not so old that I’m wearing floral gowns, carrying around a pocket full of Werther’s Originals and getting my hair set every Saturday morning at 9:00, but I am old enough that my body doesn’t like to go without proper rest. So when I’m tired, I sleep.

And sleep I did.

Today, I’m sparkling so bright…that you gotta wear shades!

These’ll do the trick…

The one thing I didn’t do this past weekend that I said I was going to do? The 1/2 Marathon. Yes. I absolutely traded my bib for a bottle of wine when I realized it was gonna be 20-something degrees that morning. I’m sorry. The only activities I do in Sub-Freezing weather requires blankets and a bed. Maybe a fireplace…

I’m ready for this weather. Go away Jack Frost. We don’t want you comin’ round here no more.

We finally saw Pitch Perfect this weekend. I am NOT a fan of most musicals, (and I think Glee is the worst show on earth) but I LOVED this movie with all my heart. It was so damn funny. We all enjoyed it…even El Jefe found himself laughing against his will. We watched it twice, it was so good. (And I’m pretty sure I would have watched it a 3rd time if we hadn’t gone to Robyn’s house for dinner Saturday night…)

What’s on your agenda this week? Are you sparkling as I commanded? Don’t forget, this is my month and you are required to do my bidding. So turn your sparkle up to 11 and leave a trail of glitter wherever you go!

2013: MONTH OF MEL DAY 1

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Are you guys ready for 31 DAYS OF SPARKLE? I’ll be watching you…I expect a month full of awesome…got it?

Okay, I don’t really want anyone to celebrate so hard they wind up arrested. I promise.

I start the month off with a lunch with friends. Then I’m off to the Expo to pick up my packet for the 1/2 Marathon on Sunday. The very marathon I am so ill-prepared for it isn’t even funny. But that isn’t gonna stop me…This is the MONTH OF MEL by golly! I can do anything!

Hope you guys have a great Friday and a fabulous weekend! 

wooohoo!

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Last night I had two different Girls Nights Out. I haven’t been able to play much in the past few months due to working all the time and spending what time I have off with my kids…so last night I made up for it!

My first Happy Hour was @ US Pizza with my Sister-in-Law GiGi, and two of my dearest and best friends, Robyn and Lynne. We had some beverages, I ate salad and breadsticks and we laughed a lot.

Then it was time to head to Cantina with my regular Thursday girls. No margarita for me though…I’m trying to watch my calories! So I had a beer, and then decided to celebrate my saved calories by ordering the apple pie. I shared it… don’t worry.

In other fun and glorious news… we are exactly 3 weeks from the Month of Mel! Are you guys ready for the awesome?

You’ve got 3 weeks to prepare. Is there anything you’d like to see happen during the Month of Mel? Maybe I should film a Mel-ocumentary…hmmmm.

Peace and love and all that jazz. Y’all have a great weekend and be sure to kiss someone you love!

Month of Mel 2012: Day the last

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Technically tomorrow is the end of the Month of Mel but since I rarely blog on the weekend, I am going to wrap it up today.

The Month of Mel came in like a lion and is going out like a hungry lion. hah! I actually thought this week was going to be low key and tame, and then I decided at the last minute to go out last night. Let’s just say, I don’t usually do late nights (early mornings) on a school night, but I made an exception last night. And I’m glad I did. I love my people. They know just how to make it all better.

I had a great birthday month, overall. I have some wonderful friends who play along with my goofiness, who treat me like I’m awesome, and who never fail to make me laugh. I’m a very lucky girl.

Happy Friday y’all. May all your terrible ideas turn out to be awesome.

Month of Mel 2012: Day 29

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 Photo taken at my launch party for BITE ME! in 2009

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY!
I’d also like to give a happy 17th shout out to my awesome niece, Taylor. Love you, kiddo! You were not 17 in this pic…and I was not a red head. hehe.
 


Month of Mel 2012: The final week

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Sorry I haven’t been around this week. I hurt my shoulder doing yard work on Sunday, I took Monday off because I could barely turn my head or lift my arm. After applying heat to it for a few hours, El Jefe worked his magic and managed to ‘pop’ it back into place. Thank the gods, because, OUCH. That was unpleasant.

Yesterday wasn’t a good day, so I decided to stay away from the interwebs. Really it was best I did.

I played on Pinterest a while…It’s a fun way to relax, but I’m not a Pinterest ho like a lot of folks. I did find some fun things so check them out if you feel like it.

I’d give just about anything for this ring. I ❤ it hard.

Source: etsy.com via Mel on Pinterest

And this reminded me of Phoebe in Friends. I loved Phoebe.

Here’s the actual clip from Friends. Now be sure and hold your lobster’s claw when you are going for a walk in your tank tonight.