Okay, so a little extra something to add to my “to do” list is to STOP EATING AT MY DESK!! It’s not a HUGE problem, but really, I make a huge mess over my work computer because I am not paying attention, and then because I am not paying attention I barely remember eating my food!!! And then I get “hungry” shortly afterwards because I can’t remember tasting my lunch/snacks. So I decided that this stops!!
Overtime and extra hours have been cut back at work, so that makes things a lot easier…see I never really get scheduled breaks or anything, so you had best believe that I am going to take my breaks now. We have a little “breakfast nook” at work with a little 2 person table, so I can take my breaks there and possibly enjoy a book!! Imagine that! I plan on taking this plan with me to whatever new job I may take this year (as a couple I have applied for have collective agreements and are bound to me more strict about it…I actually look forward to the possibility of that…)
Anyway, I am DYING to show you guys my birthday presents…yes, I already HAVE them, I am just not allowed to touch/look at them until my actual birthday!! I got to do a little shopping spree in Edmonton (including spending a little at Coach…I think I have enough Coach for the time being…you can quote me on that! I don’t need ANYMORE – well, for a little while that is ;p) – plus I got me some Birthday Shoes (this is an annual thing where I get an “allowance” to buy shoes from Boxing Day sales). And I also got some more shoes using my Aldo gift card…um maybe I have enough shoes as well…*shakes head* I really can’t believe I said that!!! My BIG present (are you thinking, seriously there’s more???) I won’t get until after my birthday but I hopefully will receive soon!! I will post pictures of all the loot on Monday!
Now after writing that, I feel quite spoiled…and after the Christmas I had, I was definitely spoiled. I am really trying to cut back now this year…we had a prosperous year last year and we really decided to treat ourselves, this is the year to grow up and start saving for the future (plus we have a few big ticket items to buy: build the basement, new vehicle, baby – not necessarily in that order!). So it is definitely time to buckle down on that as well…hence the “no mindless spending” resolution…I was getting REALLY good at the online shopping thing. It is just way to easy to go click click click and Checkout…then not check your credit card statement until the end of the month…
AND I am hoping that grocery bills will be down with the “Clean out the Pantry/Freezer” resolution…I am really trying to get into eating leftovers for dinner, this goes for the husband as well!! He always buys frozen meals and we always have leftovers…or I made soups or casseroles and they freeze so well…
A quick note here – I had a little blip last night…in the form of dessert with my friend…this is one of the first times that going over didn’t ruin my week for me…I accepted that I went over a bit and will now compensate for that over the next few days…I feel at ease with that decision and I don’t feel the need to “blow the bank”. OH and it didn’t look like I was going to get any activity last night because I was out most of the night, but Danny suggested we play a video game, so I suggested the Wii Fit!! I didn’t work up a sweat per se, but I can actually feel my thigh muscles and my abs being a bit sore this morning from all the hoola hooping!!! AND I logged more than 30 minutes on there (because it counts your actual “activity minutes” not just time the machine is on!)
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January 7, 2009 at 4:22 pm
haha, I was eating my toast as I read this. Being at home I almost always eat my breaky and lunch at the computer…but I try to doing something “personal” at the same time so am at least getting some down time. It’s so hard!!
January 7, 2009 at 5:29 pm
can’t wait to see pictures. you are SOOO spoiled. i got a Coach purse for Christmas and I LOVE IT. It is the medium black signature zoe with the leather on top. So classic and I love it. Can’t wait to get a wallet and a daytimer next.
January 7, 2009 at 6:33 pm
Jen the main this is that your “blip” didn’t throw you off and that’s truly excellent! It’s great that you’ve got a cardio machine at home (and Wii fit) to compensate for that kind of stuff too. Hubby’s eyes lit up when I pointed to a space in the basement where an elliptical would fit perfectly and out of the way
= progress!
January 7, 2009 at 6:59 pm
Oooooh…can’t wait to see your loot!
January 7, 2009 at 7:08 pm
I always eat at my desk. Such a bad idea and my keyboard is always full of crap. Ewww.
I soo want to try the Wii fit. It sounds like so much fun! I’m jealous.
Happy Birthday girlie and YES you are spoiled! Yowsa. But you deserve it because you’re so awesome!
January 7, 2009 at 7:19 pm
Stopping by to meet the other Team Angie challengers. I’ll be stopping back often, especially to check out your loot!!
Have a great day!
January 7, 2009 at 7:31 pm
Yeah, my keyboard is full of crumbs…I tip it upside down every day to get some of them out….it’s actually a little gross…
I can’t wait to see your gifts!! Make sure to check your mail on Monday…..!! (or shortly thereafter, depending on when I mail it out!!)
January 7, 2009 at 8:57 pm
Enough shoes? Is that possible?
January 7, 2009 at 9:26 pm
I LOVE the Signature Zoe, ESPECIALLY in the black! You are right, it is VERY classic, and will never go out of style!!
I love my coach wallet too and I DEFINITELY drool over the daytimers!!!
January 7, 2009 at 10:00 pm
i can’t wait to see your birthday gifts too! and i love the wii fit (although i don’t have one personally)… it’s definitely a good workout!
January 8, 2009 at 12:18 am
You are going to a buy a baby? LOL, I know what you meant
I can’t wait to see all your loot – you deserve to be spoiled!
January 8, 2009 at 10:27 am
I can’t wait to see your B-day gifts, I’m sure I’m be so envious
Wii Fit sounds fun, I need to try it out soon!!
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