If you knew what I had been up to this evening, you’d know that I should not be responsible for the things I’m typing right now. ;)  Just kidding…sort of.  This weekend was incredible!  From listening to monks chanting, to seeingHis Holiness the Dalai Lama speak, to spending two amazing nights with various  friends, I’m feeling like one lucky lady.  Now let’s get to this week’s topic.

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If you’ve taken part in FMM then you know the rules. If you’re new, please take a moment to answer this week’s question on your own blog then add your link in the comments section here at: www.alltheweigh.com so we can all see your FMM questions and answers. Please invite your blog readers to add their links here too so everyone has to opportunity to be seen. The idea is to connect with other awesome bloggers so take a moment to post your own FMM post and comment on a couple of other posts. Now it’s time for this week’s topic!

Getting To Know You

1.  Have you ever been skinny dipping?  No, but I had a great time in the pool tonight with friends. My friend, Melissa, came over to enjoy a night by the pool, but she isn’t a fan of photos.  My new friend, Frank, was totally fine with pictures though. :)

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2.  If you could choose an exotic vacation destination today, where would you go?  Monte Carlo…definitely.

3.  Do you prefer to live in the city or the suburbs?  I think I’ll always love the city life.  I mean, I just came in from enjoying a beautiful night in my rooftop pool.  I suppose it would be cool to have a yard, but I don’t feel l like’m missing out on anything here.

4.  If you could paint, draw or illustrate any masterpiece in the world, what would it be?  I’d paint the Matterhorn.  I went there as a teenager, and it was the most incredibly beautiful scene I’ve ever seen close up.

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5.  What is your favorite dish to cook when you’re cooking for one?  I always like pulled pork.  We talked about it tonight in the pool, and I love it because it’s tasty and lasts for several meals.

6.  Who has recently influenced you in a spectacular way?  I saw the Dalai Lama speak, and that’s the obvious answer for me.  His message of peace was expected, but he laid out the how’s and why’s.  It is important to learn that everything comes from within us.  We have the capacity to stop hatred within us.  We have the capacity to forgive within us.  We have the power to love within us.

7.  Have you ever considered dating a person who’s younger than you?  If so, how young would you go?  I’ve dated guys in their mid-twenties and early forties. It totally depends on the guy.

8.  What do you typically wear when you’re at home with no plans to go out?  I tend to wear yoga pants and a hooded sweatshirt.  Sexy, I know.  ;)

9.  Do you prefer a shower or a bath?  I take showers most often, but I love taking baths at Mom’s house because she has a giant jacuzzi tub.

10.  When you meet strangers are you outgoing or more introverted?  I think it’s safe to say that I’m outgoing.  Is anyone surprised by this?

 

Now it’s your turn to answer this week’s questions.  Don’t forget to come back and link up in the comments!  Say hi to someone new this week, and have a happy Monday!

 

 

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Baking, Bruises and Bouncing Back

by Kenlie on May 16, 2013

Today is weigh-in day, but I’m out of town so I won’t officially weigh in until next week.  My scale at home told me that I was down almost two pounds, but I know that I can do more than I’m doing.  That will be my goal for the upcoming week.

My brain has been scattered this week, and I know that I need to get more sleep.  I know that my workouts will be longer and more effective if I’m not exhausted, and I won’t make mistakes like I did yesterday.  I’ve been taking the stairs to get to the roof of my tall building (where the gym is,) and my legs were feeling it yesterday.  I stepped onto the treadmill to do inclined intervals, and as I was stepping off, I twisted my ankle a little.  It’s not so bad that I can’t walk, but there’s a bruise just about my ankle bone that is screaming at me today.  I did manage to do some floor exercises too before heading back downstairs to shower and pack.

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Today will be a rest day which should be okay because I’ve planned out my meals.  I’ve been dodging cupcakes more than usual this week, but that’s over for now.  I baked over 100 red velvet cupcakes Monday for a movie themed party (that I did not attend,) and I didn’t eat them.  I didn’t even taste them, but I did receive compliments on them which made me happy.

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(Photos: Courtesy of Graceful Event Productions)

I whipped up a batch of tie dye cupcakes for game night at a friend’s house Tuesday too.  I tried those so I can tell you that they were good.  I didn’t take any with me when I left because I knew that if I didn’t have them, I wouldn’t eat them.  As long as I can stick to that plan I should be okay.

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Baking allows me to feel artistic, but it’s a complicated practice when you’re addicted to sweets.  I don’t eat them nearly as often as I talk about them, but I know that I have to be careful.  I like them too much.

I’m baking a little more often (and on a larger scale) lately, and I’ve given some serious thought to whether or not it’s something I can do.  I haven’t decided yet.  I thought about whether or not I should mention it here too.  I know that by discussing this I’ll be judged harshly by some, but I’m judged by them anyway so why not?   This blog is about my life, and it’s something that I’ve been doing lately.

I also shopped for dresses this week because I am seeing His Holiness the Dalai Lama speak Saturday, and I want to look my best.  I chose two dresses, and I’ll probably definitely post photos on Facebook and Twitter to ask which one I should wear.

It has been a good week, but it has also been long.  And it’s not over yet.  Is anyone else ready for the weekend?  What do you have planned?

 

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Do You Know Your Neighbors?

May 14, 2013

When I moved into my apartment last fall, I was careful to choose a place in which I would feel safe.  I live in a tower of apartments in the middle of  downtown, and there are several stories between my living space and the ground.  There is a staff of people available 24 hours a [...]

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Friend Makin’ Mondays: Questions and Answers

May 13, 2013

It was a crazy weekend, but I’m so thankful that I got to spend it with Mom.  Friday was a fun day too because I hosted a game night at my place.  I love spending time with my friends and family, and now it’s back to the grind. If you’ve taken part in FMM then [...]

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Happy Mother’s Day, Mom!

May 12, 2013

I wrote this post about my mom on Mother’s Day 2009.  I lived in New York at the time, and this year I’m lucky to live close enough that I can spend the weekend at her house with her.   I couldn’t ask for a better mom.  She is unconditional love personified, and I am [...]

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Depression?

May 10, 2013

After my latest rant about not doing what I need to be doing, I received some really amazing messages from some of you who take time to care about me.  I was asked if I’ve ever experienced depression, and the answer is most definitely yes.  I know what depression feels like, but there’s a different [...]

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Fat, Lazy and Unmotivated

May 9, 2013

I am blessed in so many extraordinary ways, and I’m thankful for my life.  It’s more comfortable than it has been since I left New York.  In some ways life is better than it was in New York.  I’ve come a long way in getting comfortable in my own skin, and I’m happy most of [...]

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How Would You Handle This?

May 8, 2013

When I hit the gym it often feels as though everyone around me becomes an instant expert. I can appreciate the desire that they have to help the heavy girl get fit, but sometimes I just want to be left alone to do what I showed up to do. Some of the unsolicited “advice” I [...]

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What Are Your Summer Travel Plans?

May 7, 2013

Do you ever go through periods of life in which you feel like you can’t catch up?  I’m going through that right now, but I feel like I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. After feeling sick for over a week, I recovered (apart from the coughing that won’t stop) [...]

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Friend Makin’ Mondays: A Little About Me

May 6, 2013

After receiving some requests for more FMM questions, last week’s  post was long and involved.   I’m not sure if you all liked it or not so please speak up.  This week we’re going to keep it light, but I like hearing what you want to get out of these posts. If you’ve taken part [...]

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