Doggie Dentist

Bodhi had his first trip to the dentist yesterday!  I don't think he was too happy with me the rest of the day.  He hid in the closet all night.  He was even more unhappy when I was trying to take pics of his newly white teeth.  (Ah, yes, I know.  Joseph and I really need to start having kids...) 

Do you know your love language?

Your "love language" determines what makes you most feel loved by your mate.  The five are:

- Words of affirmation (verbal compliments, appreciation, etc.)

- Quality time (all energy is focused on your mate)

- Receiving gifts (visual expressions of love)

- Acts of service (doing things for your mate) 

- Physical touch (holding hands, physical closeness)

Joseph and I took the test the other day.  He's "quality time" and "acts of service."  I think this is right on for him.  He loves when I'm focused entirely on him, and he loves when I do little things for him, like make him dinner or wash his clothes.

I'm "physical touch."  Well, I've said time and time again, "honey, I will do everything - wash the dishes, do the laundry, clean the house - if you will rub my feet every night."  

You can take the test here:

http://www.afo.net/hftw-lovetest.asp

Happy Birthday to My Big Sister!

I love you sister!

I'd be so hot if I didn't have to work

Seriously.  I worked from 7am to 7pm yesterday with no breaks.  No Jillian.  No evening walk with Bodhi.  A couple of stops at the candy dish on my admin's desk, and too stressed to even feel guilty about it.

Thank God for my wonderful dear fiancé.  He had a nice dinner waiting for me when I got home.  Well, sort of waiting.  I kind of had to help him out a little.  But it's the thought that counts.  

Joshua

Cats find the coziest little places to curl up.  There's seriously nothing cuter.  (And no, I still haven't unpacked my suitcase from my trip to Michigan...) 

Countdown: 258 Days

I'm off to a good start.  Did Jillian's video yesterday.  Thought I was going to throw up and was sore as early as a few hours later.  This morning I was REALLY feeling it.  It's great actually - I'm sore everywhere so I know it's working!

Ran around with Bodhi at the park this morning.  Like I mentioned, Bodhi likes to play with his mama more than with the other dogs, so at 6am I was running around makeup-less, retainer in, and hair unbrushed while the other mamas sat chatting on benches.  (Better to avoid joining in the chatting than to try to carry on a conversation with my retainer in anyhow.) 

Did Jillian's video again.  It felt quite good this time, probably because I needed to warm up and stretch my muscles so badly.

Started reading Julie and Julia last night.  I've had a hard time getting into books lately.  I started two recently and dropped both within the first few chapters.  But this one's pretty good.  I like the premise and think she has a unique voice.  So far it's a bit cliché with all of the woman-pushing-30 angst, but I can understand why she used it so I forgive her.  

Dreading going to see "District 9" tonight.  Yes, I'm being made to see this despite the fact that "The Time Traveler's Wife" came out this weekend.  Oh well.  The things we do for love...

Other Healthy Stuff

I keep this list on my desk at work to remind me of what I can do every day to keep myself happy and healthy.  These are things I've tried and they really work for me.  And I know if I make them a priority, I will have more luck getting into shape.  

7 Empowering Steps You Can Take In Your Life Right Now

(Taken from one of Deepak Chopra's newsletters)

- Meditate daily

- Know your doshas and understand your mind-body constitution to bring balance into your life (take the dosha quiz here: http://doshaquiz.chopra.com/) 

- Experience nature - touch a natural body of water, walk barefoot on grass, sit under a tree, stand in the rain

- Write a poem (or journal entry or whatever)

- Commit an act of love today, maybe by making amends to someone you've hurt or forgiving someone who hurt you

- Make a powerful decision, even if it's a baby step - throw something away that no longer serves you; wash your car; get rid of paper congestion; clean a closet, a room, or a drawer; give away an item of clothing

- Perform a vital physical practice - go to yoga or pilates, go for a vigorous walk, practice deep breathing, or nourish yourself with a massage