Yesterday as I was skimming through the library, I stumbled upon some interesting titles.  Most of them had to do with the art of butchering, pork in different varieties and love.  Granted I don’t know how love got thrown into the mix or if meat brought two people together; but it was more like how meat changed someone’s life.

That got me thinking, can a piece of meat really change a person’s life?  Can a person fall in love over a piece of meat?  My answer could be a yes.  This is strictly based off last nights dinner.  Then I really started thinking, It’s not the piece of meat that people go crazy for.  It’s the taste and flavors which you endure while eating it.  Granted the smell of bacon does not thrill me but seeing it on my plate does bring a smile to my face.  I just wonder while eating meat releases endorphins that could put someone in complete bliss.

It would be interesting to get a vegetarians outlook on it.  In a way if you never ate meat ever, and all of a sudden you do.  I guess your life would or could be for ever changed. Granted for most vegetarians it is not the meat they’re against, it’s the way we kill the animal to get the meat: But that’s a whole other subject for another time.

I guess for me to understand, I should just read these books. Have a great day everyone.

I have a question for the masses.  Does Brad the bachelor deserve another chance? I know this not a concerning topic of life or even remotely close to a news topic but for some reason it bothers me that he is the new bachelor.  I guess my problem is this:  He already had a chance to find love on the show.  Then when it came down to business he chicken out.  Yes he says he’s a change man and that intense therapy helped him get over is commitment issues but was all that just for show?  Some spoiler alerts say that he gets dumped at the end instead of the other way around, but I guess that would be an act of karma if you asked me.

I do believe it will be a fun season to watch.  Not just to stare at Brad but for the women who believe the only way to find love is to sign up for a t.v show.  Its kind of interesting watching a bunch of women (who are strong and intelligent) parade around trying to get his attention.  The claws will come out as date cards arrive and they get wind of who Brad has kissed.  Tears will fall because a rose was not given to them.  Plus we all love the limo confessions.

Yes the Bachelor is mindless garbage but it fun to watch. Good luck Brad.  My only advice to him is:  Pick someone.

I am finally over my holiday hang over and on to my new years resolutions.  I take this task quite seriously just because I want to succeed.  Most people like to lose a bunch of weight or travel more, which is something I would love to do but maybe not accomplish in one whole year.  So here is my goals.

To be nicer, not only to my friends and family but to everyone I come in counter with.

To read more.  I read this last year 40 books.  Lets see if I can beat that.

To watch the top 100 or the AFI top 100 movies.

To become healthier.  That includes lose some weight and maybe start moving more.  every little bit counts.

Last but not least, To walk a 5k.  I already know which one I am going to join.  The exciting part of this, is not only walking for a good cause but you get a free t-shirt and a medal.  You can not beat that.

I hope that everyone out there had a great and safe holiday and may you all succeed in your goals this year.

The holiday season is approaching and before we stuff ourselves and become penny less,  maybe we should remember all the good fortune we have.  During the holiday season I try to be extra patient, kind and warm to the people around me.  A goal and tradition I have is to wish everyone a happy holiday.  Some people might get annoyed but there is the elite few that it just makes their day.  Also I try to keep spare change on me for the salvation army.  It’s redicuosly cold where I live and believe that those volunteers deserve a standing ovation.  Only because I wouldn’t do it.  The next thing is I try to carry snacks in the car.  Not for me (even though I might sneak a bite.) It’s for the homeless.  They too deserve a little holiday cheer.  Last but not least count your blessing.  Times are rough out there and life isn’t fair.  As long as you have a great support system and someone help you out, that’s all you need sometimes.  Give back.  Be kind.  Smile.

It is officially on!  It actually is day four of this crazy experiment diet.  I am happy to report that I am down 2.4 lbs.  Horray for me.  Yes I am doing a light celebration dance.  The most amazing thing is, well at least so far is that I feel liberated by food.  Yesterday I made a salad with a tiny bit of shrimp.  Normally I would be looking for a piece of bread to accompany this but I said this is enough.  That was good enough for me.  So far it has worked.  The other liberating thing about this diet is knowing what I will eat.  No more guessing or argueing  about it.  I hate trying to figure dinner or lunch out.  The best part of the whole thing is, I am never hungry.  I feel good.  I am hoping I am heading in the right direction.

So day one of this HGC diet is over and day two begins.  Its kind of funny because today and yesterday I am doing what is called fat building.  You eat what you want without any worry.  If you could see the size of me you would believe I have been fat building my whole life.  According to the paperwork, the more you fat build the more you will lose.  So bring on the cookies and liquor.  That’s my motto.

I am just hoping that all this hoop jumping is for something.  Like I tell people “I am tired of being large.  If anything I want to be a medium.”  My hope’s are not that high.  Maybe they should be?  But for some reason I am very motivated.  I am ready for me to take my life back and not let food dictate it.  Well lets hope I can do this.  At least lose something.

For the last two years I have been trying hard to lose weight.  Of course what happen was that I would lose and then gain it all back.  This can be quite frustrating.  Then three weeks ago a group of wonderful friends tried this new diet.  Acctually  it was a diet that was popular twenty years ago and now its back.  Its called the hgc weight loss program.  You take these drops and only eat 500 cal. a day.  I know, if your only eat 500 cal. a day, of course your going to lose weight.  Then the question arise, is this good for your body?  Won’t you starve?

I asked a local doctor and she gave me all the pro’s and con’s of this diet but said it was perfectly safe.  My friends say they are never hungry and that they feel wonderful.  Plus the weight loss itself is wonderful.  In three weeks a friend who was skinner to begin with, lost 14.6 lbs.  With the impressive numbers, I decided to give it a whirl.

So I guess it’s time to start phase one.  For the next two days I take these drops and fat build.  So starting Tuesday the diet begins.  I hope I can succeed.  Wish me luck.

I know that yesterday was a somber day.  A day of remembrance and patriotism.  As I looked through the newspaper I read all the ways people showed their love for this country.  How people can all bond together to thank all the men and women who protect their country.   For one day the people of America are at peace with one another.

Do not get me wrong, I am remorseful for what happened.  My heart goes out to the families and loved ones who lost someone on that tragic day.  My thoughts and prayers go out to men and women who go out and protect our country and who are out fighting this awful war we are in.  Not last but least my heart goes out to the NYPD and FDNY for all the hard work they put in, not only on 9/11 but everyday.

Its been awhile since I posted anything so i though i would write an update.  This summer has been busy for me and my spouse.  We did some light traveling to Whistler, Canada and to Lake Chelan.  I also decided to become healthier by taking vitamins and trying to get in a little exercise when I can.  As a random purchase I bought a bike.  The surprising thing is I have used it.  I am quite proud of myself and actually enjoy going on bike ride.

On the weight loss front, I am not doing so hope; but now that the summer is over I made a pact with myself to get the weight off.  I just need to focus and take my weight loss plan seriously.  I just need the motivation to do so.  As a focal point I am using certain department stores that I would like to purchase from and my wedding band.  Its snug  and I can barely get it on.    I did try taking a picture of myself and see what I would look like skinny.  The problem is the picture turned out horrible and not very realistic.  Oh well. I will hope for the best and I guess fear the worse.  If there is one.

First pit stop was Starbucks before I followed the crowds into the store.  There sitting on the stand was todays issue of the New York Times.  On the cover was a woman, in morning.  Not just for a soldier but for a loved one.  One who was brave and gave up everything for a country he loved. 

As the day moved on and trying on pants, shirts and shoes, I could not get out of me head others who died for me.  For America.  The land of the free and the brave.  So for everyone who was and is in the armed forces, thanks for all that you have done.  My thoughts a prayers not only go out to you but for your families. 

Happy Memorial day everyone…