So I think I've done pretty good with my departure from cable tv. Apart from the periodic clips here and there I catch when Shelby is watching a program or the news I feel that I've been able to do some really good things with my time. Not to forget that I have missed a few shows that I was hoping to see (wipeout in particular)
Monday evening I made an Italian like soup with squash, zucchini, and venison sausage based off a recipe Serena gave us a while back. It was delish. (and I made enough for multiple lunches on the go etc for the next few days so I can save time and money by eating better)
Tuesday night our softball team had a game and boy was it fun. Although when we started we thought we might not even have enough players to start, but finishing the game 13-4 with time expiring proved to be a blast. Hurricane Alex brought in some clouds to dampen the heat so it was good weather (at least for Texas). I had an awesome game batting 4-4 with 7 rbi's and a home run (in park). We came home and Shelby got a much needed body rub from me then we both read some books and dozed off.
Not focusing on tv has also helped me out in the mornings to actually get stuff done. I'm 3 for 3 on taking the dogs for a morning jog (which helps them out so much to rid some energy for the day), and I've been able to focus on more things like making the bed and loading/unloading the dishwasher.
I know some ppl think I'm crazy, especially Joe, because I run barefoot or because I try to drive my car the least possible (with no a/c) but I think that mastering these kinds of self discipline set forth a more richer life experience. I'm just saying. . .
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Monday, June 28, 2010
Cable fast
"Your crazy!" is what Shelby said when I told her last night that I was going to try a fast from cable tv this week. It occurred to me over the weekend that I can easily watch tv for like 30 hours straight without a break. How much other stuff could I have done during that time? workout, walk the dogs, clean the house, rearrange, wash/clean the cars, play with kid (in the future), post a blog, read a book, make a hearty meal, wash clothes, the list goes on forever.
So the rules:
-Watching dvd movies are okay (since they won't have pointless commercials) and because dvds generally are involved in quality time together with wife and dogs.
-No sportscenter (on internet )
-No news
-No favorite shows (with generally consist of 30% commercials)
Shelby asked, "What about Boston Med?" (a new medically oriented show on ABC I was dying to watch). I responded, "I'll record it" - - It then occurred to me that in a world of no cable I would not be able to record it but instead I would probably just find better things to invest my time in .
I'll try to post updates to fun/creative activities I come up with and post daily!
So the rules:
-Watching dvd movies are okay (since they won't have pointless commercials) and because dvds generally are involved in quality time together with wife and dogs.
-No sportscenter (on internet )
-No news
-No favorite shows (with generally consist of 30% commercials)
Shelby asked, "What about Boston Med?" (a new medically oriented show on ABC I was dying to watch). I responded, "I'll record it" - - It then occurred to me that in a world of no cable I would not be able to record it but instead I would probably just find better things to invest my time in .
I'll try to post updates to fun/creative activities I come up with and post daily!
Doggies
I love our doggies so much. So today, it's all about them. (and their cousins)
This morning I had to take Parker to the vet because he has some sore come up on the top of his paw that looks just awful. While at the vet, Parker insisted on sitting on the bench like a human then the whole time the vet was in the exam room he would turn around and put his nose in the corner of the wall (see pic below). He would peek a few looks here and there, but for the most part he kept to himself having NOTHING to do with the doc. She gave us some meds and hopefully we won't have to get him one of those cones so he doesn't lick his paw. (poor guy)
This morning I had to take Parker to the vet because he has some sore come up on the top of his paw that looks just awful. While at the vet, Parker insisted on sitting on the bench like a human then the whole time the vet was in the exam room he would turn around and put his nose in the corner of the wall (see pic below). He would peek a few looks here and there, but for the most part he kept to himself having NOTHING to do with the doc. She gave us some meds and hopefully we won't have to get him one of those cones so he doesn't lick his paw. (poor guy)
Parker and Ivy
Parker and Casey riding in the back of Uncle Joe's truck. This was their first time to ever do it and they did great. We even saw two bucks.
This happened after Parker and Casey were playing a little too rough. Needless to say he cried a little. :(
Tater just sitting funny
Ivy trying to slowly creep off her bed when we told her not to.
Parker likes to act like a diva!
Enjoy the photos!
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
World Cup 2010
I'll make it short and sweet. GOOOO USA!!!
If you missed the 1-0 USA win over Algeria in the 90+1 minute you missed out.
If you missed the 1-0 USA win over Algeria in the 90+1 minute you missed out.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Inspired by my sis
So after reading Serena's blog this morning I realized that I too have been hiding in the dark from posting.
So for a few updates:
Shelby has been doing great with our baby. She's finally gotten over the nausea that so many accompany with the 1st trimester, but with her it lasted straight through the 2nd too. As of today she's in her 29th week. About a week ago during our last doctors visit we learned that our baby boy is a little small for his age and was placed in the 11th percentile. (Sadly we also learned that he previous week he was only in the 3rd percentile, but weren't ever told!) We've since adjusted her diet to whatever she can put down so that baby will grow! Here's her latest glamour shots.
So for a few updates:
Shelby has been doing great with our baby. She's finally gotten over the nausea that so many accompany with the 1st trimester, but with her it lasted straight through the 2nd too. As of today she's in her 29th week. About a week ago during our last doctors visit we learned that our baby boy is a little small for his age and was placed in the 11th percentile. (Sadly we also learned that he previous week he was only in the 3rd percentile, but weren't ever told!) We've since adjusted her diet to whatever she can put down so that baby will grow! Here's her latest glamour shots.
As for the move to Houston, I believe we're moving right along. This past weekend, Pam (Shelby's mom) came through from Houston on her way back to Amarillo and loaded up a bedroom set and hauled it off. One whole room has been dedicated to boxes, which is slowly filling up to the ceiling. All the other rooms are starting to look really bare since no pictures, artwork, or colored paint is on any wall. The official move date is set for Friday, July 23 where we'll load up the Uhaul in the morning, clean up and turn in our keys. We'll then drive down to Tomball and stay with Meemaw since we don't want to overdue it and have a heat stroke in the middle of July. Eaaarly Saturday morning we'll head down to the Promenade at Hermann Park (our new home) and start unloading. What kind of stinks is that since everyone parks in a garage our Uhaul won't be able to drive right up to our apartment. We'll have to park it near the opening of the garage and just haul everything in by hand (about a 30 meter walk across the garage).
Parker and Casey I think are getting really excited about the move and the baby. Parker just can't get enough of the toys, furniture, and accessories that the baby is accumulating. You know at any point while packing up you can turn around and Parker will be right at your heels, sniffing away. Casey is much more wiser and chooses simply not to be around while we pack (she prefers napping).
Friday, June 4, 2010
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