These literally kill my ability to breathe without assistance of medications. Yes, I mean medications more than one!
If only I could make them go away forever. They are everywhere. HELP!!!
Friday, June 14, 2013
Irritants
Blog post #209 of 365
These literally kill my ability to breathe without assistance of medications. Yes, I mean medications more than one!
These literally kill my ability to breathe without assistance of medications. Yes, I mean medications more than one!
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Tis Movie Season: Just a Few Thoughts
Blog post #208 of 365
The end of the school season is the beginning of movie season!
My son and I see many together. Mom and I go on occasion and we would go more but she likes 'G' rated movies and only some of those. Oh and almost every romantic comedy as long and it misses the 'R' rating.
I saw a few recently.
Iron Man 3 I am a superhero fan. 1 and 2 were really good. Three didn't disappoint.
The Great Gatsby Hated the book, I enjoyed the story but I didn't like Fitzgerald. I enjoyed the movie. The sets were beautiful the actors well cast and the music alone was worth the trip.
Fast & Furious 6 I am not a fan of sequel after sequel especially after Tokyo Drift. Which was an okay movie but not spectacular like the first Fast & furious and really not a real Fast & Furious movie. So I am always skeptical. Especially since I hate when characters are killed off. How can you die in one movie and be alive in the next? Well they pulled it off this time. I was happily not disappointed.
Star Trek Into Darkness Okay, honesty, I was not a big fan of the original Star Trek series. I loved some but Shatner and his penchant for the pregnant pause was a turn off. I loved Mr.Spock, Mr. Scott, and Bones. Totally fun crew. Terrible sets and scripts but they all were back then. Wait this was about the movie... Zachary Quinto makes a very good Spock. There was a cameo of Leonard Nimoy which is always nice even if he did not age well. Chris Pine rocked it as the Captain. No pregnant pauses, yay! But really the story line was interesting and overall it was a good movie. My only change would be to shorten some of the chase scenes.
After Earth Will and Jaden Smith working together again. I was skeptical. You never know with M Night Shymalan. Either really good or really not. Well I loved it. The visuals were stunning, the story line good and the plot not completely predictable. I have to say watching little Jaden fighting an alien like being was kind of fun. Like father like son.
Now You See Me Worth watching for the illusions alone but no really this one kept you thinking the whole way through. Well done.
Epic I went to take Mom to a movie. She likes only romantic comedies and kid flicks and only those reality based and no R ratings. It is the only 'G' in a long time otherwise I probably would have missed it. Glad it didn't. I expected human V nature like Fern Gully or Avitar but it wasn't. It was good V evil. Straight up. There was teen aged angst, family love, hope for the future and so much more. I guess I should have not jumped to conclusions. Honestly there are so many movies I want to see that squeezing in one I'm unsure of in the movie season is unusual. Glad I did though.
The Internship Got horrible reviews. Well the ones I heard anyway. I loved it. A little predictable but not to the extent that it bugged. I loved the premise. Just the idea that they would give two no skilled, older dudes a chance was refreshing. I'm pretty sure it would really never happen but honestly it was very cool.
This is not a review. Just my thoughts on a few movies I've seen.
The end of the school season is the beginning of movie season!
My son and I see many together. Mom and I go on occasion and we would go more but she likes 'G' rated movies and only some of those. Oh and almost every romantic comedy as long and it misses the 'R' rating.
I saw a few recently.
Iron Man 3 I am a superhero fan. 1 and 2 were really good. Three didn't disappoint.
The Great Gatsby Hated the book, I enjoyed the story but I didn't like Fitzgerald. I enjoyed the movie. The sets were beautiful the actors well cast and the music alone was worth the trip.
Fast & Furious 6 I am not a fan of sequel after sequel especially after Tokyo Drift. Which was an okay movie but not spectacular like the first Fast & furious and really not a real Fast & Furious movie. So I am always skeptical. Especially since I hate when characters are killed off. How can you die in one movie and be alive in the next? Well they pulled it off this time. I was happily not disappointed.
Star Trek Into Darkness Okay, honesty, I was not a big fan of the original Star Trek series. I loved some but Shatner and his penchant for the pregnant pause was a turn off. I loved Mr.Spock, Mr. Scott, and Bones. Totally fun crew. Terrible sets and scripts but they all were back then. Wait this was about the movie... Zachary Quinto makes a very good Spock. There was a cameo of Leonard Nimoy which is always nice even if he did not age well. Chris Pine rocked it as the Captain. No pregnant pauses, yay! But really the story line was interesting and overall it was a good movie. My only change would be to shorten some of the chase scenes.
After Earth Will and Jaden Smith working together again. I was skeptical. You never know with M Night Shymalan. Either really good or really not. Well I loved it. The visuals were stunning, the story line good and the plot not completely predictable. I have to say watching little Jaden fighting an alien like being was kind of fun. Like father like son.
Now You See Me Worth watching for the illusions alone but no really this one kept you thinking the whole way through. Well done.
Epic I went to take Mom to a movie. She likes only romantic comedies and kid flicks and only those reality based and no R ratings. It is the only 'G' in a long time otherwise I probably would have missed it. Glad it didn't. I expected human V nature like Fern Gully or Avitar but it wasn't. It was good V evil. Straight up. There was teen aged angst, family love, hope for the future and so much more. I guess I should have not jumped to conclusions. Honestly there are so many movies I want to see that squeezing in one I'm unsure of in the movie season is unusual. Glad I did though.
The Internship Got horrible reviews. Well the ones I heard anyway. I loved it. A little predictable but not to the extent that it bugged. I loved the premise. Just the idea that they would give two no skilled, older dudes a chance was refreshing. I'm pretty sure it would really never happen but honestly it was very cool.
This is not a review. Just my thoughts on a few movies I've seen.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Great Old Buildings
Blog post #207 of 365
I love old buildings. (Again no credit, if you know who please comment. I want to give credit where credit is due.)
Don't get me wrong I love new buildings too but they never seem to have the attention to detail that was so much harder to do back then yet still done with pride. Today more attention seems to be on making it sleek or modern or efficient. I love efficient but not so much a fan of modern.
They are opening the Metro line through Monrovia. The old train station was a beautiful building and they are working on it as opposed to building new.
It have been vandalized over the years.
I hope when they finish they restore its character.
If I were to be an architect I would really try to combine a little whimsy with efficiency.
I love old buildings. (Again no credit, if you know who please comment. I want to give credit where credit is due.)
Don't get me wrong I love new buildings too but they never seem to have the attention to detail that was so much harder to do back then yet still done with pride. Today more attention seems to be on making it sleek or modern or efficient. I love efficient but not so much a fan of modern.
They are opening the Metro line through Monrovia. The old train station was a beautiful building and they are working on it as opposed to building new.
It have been vandalized over the years.I hope when they finish they restore its character.
If I were to be an architect I would really try to combine a little whimsy with efficiency.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Health and Taking a Moment
Blog post #206 of 365
I adore art. I saw this sand sculpture and tried to find it's origin (It was attached to an attachment to a celebrity gossip beauty blog) but I was unsuccessful. Lovely for sure.
I have many friends who are talented artists. Sculptors, painters, photographers mostly and none really "known" as artists but I am grateful I get a chance to see the passion and talent they have.
I hope you stop every now and again to admire some art even if it is natures beauty. According to my doctor enjoying art, music, reading, watching fish (either tanked or in a pond or whatever), and taking in nature all can lower stress, help your heart stay healthy and lower your blood pressure. Amazing how the simple things make you feel better. Take care of yourself and enjoy a little moment of beauty.
Monday, June 10, 2013
Glass of Water
Blog post #205 of 365
I read this the other day on Facebook. It was attached to a lovely photo. After reading it I Googled it to find the author or some information about the source. Unfortunately I was unable to find its origin. I did find several similar versions. Some were about depression, some were health sites, one about muscle and one on autism. I have no idea where it came from or who to credit but I like it.
The following is the original version I read though there are several with a slight change here and there.
A psychologist walked around a room while teaching stress management to an audience. As she raised a glass of water, everyone expected they'd be asked the "half empty or half full" question. Instead, with a smile on her face, she inquired: "How heavy is this glass of water?"
Answers called out ranged from 8 oz. to 20 oz.
She replied, "The absolute weight doesn't matter. It depends on how long I hold it. If I hold it for a minute, it's not a problem. If I hold it for an hour, I'll have an ache in my arm. If I hold it for a day, my arm will feel numb and paralyzed. In each case, the weight of the glass doesn't change, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes." She continued, "The stresses and worries in life are like that glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them a bit longer and they begin to hurt. And if you think about them all day long, you will feel paralyzed – incapable of doing anything."
Remember to put the glass down because stress sucks!
I read this the other day on Facebook. It was attached to a lovely photo. After reading it I Googled it to find the author or some information about the source. Unfortunately I was unable to find its origin. I did find several similar versions. Some were about depression, some were health sites, one about muscle and one on autism. I have no idea where it came from or who to credit but I like it.
The following is the original version I read though there are several with a slight change here and there.
A psychologist walked around a room while teaching stress management to an audience. As she raised a glass of water, everyone expected they'd be asked the "half empty or half full" question. Instead, with a smile on her face, she inquired: "How heavy is this glass of water?"
Answers called out ranged from 8 oz. to 20 oz.
She replied, "The absolute weight doesn't matter. It depends on how long I hold it. If I hold it for a minute, it's not a problem. If I hold it for an hour, I'll have an ache in my arm. If I hold it for a day, my arm will feel numb and paralyzed. In each case, the weight of the glass doesn't change, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes." She continued, "The stresses and worries in life are like that glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them a bit longer and they begin to hurt. And if you think about them all day long, you will feel paralyzed – incapable of doing anything."
Remember to put the glass down because stress sucks!
Sunday, June 9, 2013
Movie Worth The Money?
Blog post #204 of 365
I love movies. I prefer the whole experience. Huge screen, surround sound, comfy seats, complete darkness, and the reaction of others.
I almost always go to matinee for two main reasons. It is cheaper. I love saving money. And although I like the people's reactions, I don't like so many people that it can be disruptive. Fewer people go to a movie first thing in the morning. Some because traditionally movies are a 'night time' activity, or they sleep in, or they work, or maybe they never thought to go first thing in the morning.
What I don't like is rude people who act as if since they paid too they can irritate other paying guests. I don't like people who wear clothing that makes noise then don't hold still. I don't like I don't like people who pour on the perfume. I don't like people who pig out then ditch out, especially when it is outside food they aren't "allowed" to bring in. I'm sure you're getting the picture.
Earlier this year they raised concession prices so high I no longer feel bad for bringing in my own healthy snacks. I still purchase something but not like I have in the past. Recently they raised the price to $7.50 from $6.00 for a matinee before 12. They sometimes don't schedule shows before 12. Who is that right? It may not seem like much but $1.50 every time adds up in a hurry during the blockbuster season. I'll probably pay $20 extra before the season ends. I'm sad.
Is the 'experience' really worth the cost of the ticket? They are soon going to price me out of the theater.
I love movies. I prefer the whole experience. Huge screen, surround sound, comfy seats, complete darkness, and the reaction of others.
I almost always go to matinee for two main reasons. It is cheaper. I love saving money. And although I like the people's reactions, I don't like so many people that it can be disruptive. Fewer people go to a movie first thing in the morning. Some because traditionally movies are a 'night time' activity, or they sleep in, or they work, or maybe they never thought to go first thing in the morning.
What I don't like is rude people who act as if since they paid too they can irritate other paying guests. I don't like people who wear clothing that makes noise then don't hold still. I don't like I don't like people who pour on the perfume. I don't like people who pig out then ditch out, especially when it is outside food they aren't "allowed" to bring in. I'm sure you're getting the picture.
Earlier this year they raised concession prices so high I no longer feel bad for bringing in my own healthy snacks. I still purchase something but not like I have in the past. Recently they raised the price to $7.50 from $6.00 for a matinee before 12. They sometimes don't schedule shows before 12. Who is that right? It may not seem like much but $1.50 every time adds up in a hurry during the blockbuster season. I'll probably pay $20 extra before the season ends. I'm sad.
Is the 'experience' really worth the cost of the ticket? They are soon going to price me out of the theater.
Saturday, June 8, 2013
Breakfast in a Tin
Blog post #203 of 365
This was never meant to be a recipe blog but I don't know about this 365 in 370 plan... I promise to slow down on recipes but this one is so easy and so yummy.
What you'll need:
prepared muffin tin (Decadents use butter but you can use cooking spray if you are watching calories.)
2 cups shredded potatoes (If you're using the frozen stuff let it thaw.)
1/4 shredded cheese (Your favorite or what you have on hand.)
6 eggs
salt and pepper
What you'll do:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees
Press 1/3 cup of the shredded potatoes into muffin cup pressing thin to "line" the cup (Make sure you buttered your tin already.)
Put a little cheese on top of the potatoes
Crack the egg into the each shell (put the egg in not the shell)
Add salt and pepper and put it into the oven for 15 to 20 minutes
So easy and so good.
Additions if you have the larger muffin tins you can add any vegetables or precooked meats to the egg cups you like. Just put them on top of the shredded potatoes before the addition of the cheese. I love some shredded onion, peppers and chopped mushroom in mine. My son loves a little crumbled bacon. Think omelette in a cup!
Hint if you want to add to your meal and have a larger than 6 cup muffin tin you can mix up a box of muffins (blueberry, cranberry or corn are excellent choices) and add them to the empty muffin cups. Bake as directed above. Fills more of your tummy and tastes great too.
Lighter option - use non stick cooking spray, cut out the cheese and use less potato.
This was never meant to be a recipe blog but I don't know about this 365 in 370 plan... I promise to slow down on recipes but this one is so easy and so yummy.
What you'll need:
prepared muffin tin (Decadents use butter but you can use cooking spray if you are watching calories.)
2 cups shredded potatoes (If you're using the frozen stuff let it thaw.)
1/4 shredded cheese (Your favorite or what you have on hand.)
6 eggs
salt and pepper
What you'll do:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees
Press 1/3 cup of the shredded potatoes into muffin cup pressing thin to "line" the cup (Make sure you buttered your tin already.)
Put a little cheese on top of the potatoes
Crack the egg into the each shell (put the egg in not the shell)
Add salt and pepper and put it into the oven for 15 to 20 minutes
So easy and so good.
Additions if you have the larger muffin tins you can add any vegetables or precooked meats to the egg cups you like. Just put them on top of the shredded potatoes before the addition of the cheese. I love some shredded onion, peppers and chopped mushroom in mine. My son loves a little crumbled bacon. Think omelette in a cup!
Hint if you want to add to your meal and have a larger than 6 cup muffin tin you can mix up a box of muffins (blueberry, cranberry or corn are excellent choices) and add them to the empty muffin cups. Bake as directed above. Fills more of your tummy and tastes great too.
Lighter option - use non stick cooking spray, cut out the cheese and use less potato.
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