13.1

On Saturday was the Summerfest Rock N' Sole Half Marathon.

The weather was drizzling and cool when Megan and I headed out there.  Thankfully, it stopped raining within the first mile.  It ended up being great running weather.  A little humid, cool breeze and no sun.

Writing about running is not super exciting, I'll just say that I am super proud that we did not stop to walk at all (with the exception of while we were drinking water... it's WAY too hard to drink water while running).

AND, I finished before my 2:30 goal.

Pretty darn proud of my new personal record and how well I did in this race.  It's going to be tough for me to beat.

52 Week Money Challenge

I read on one of the many blogs I follow (tallook if you care), about a 52-week money challenge.

Basically, you follow the chart and save money every week (equal to what week it is).  If you follow it completely, you will save $1,378.

Typically, I try to save an extra $100 each paycheck (by immediately moving it to my savings account), but I am considering trying this in addition.

Anyone want to try it with me?

Vintage Vibe

I got dressed this morning based on two factors.

First, I didn't shower, so the hair was going up.  Second, after the storms last night it was cool this morning - so pants it is.

I didn't realize it until I put the shirt on that I looked unintentionally vintage.  All I needed was my white keds to really complete the look.

I did throw on a baggy oatmeal colored sweater so I didn't freeze in my office.

*pants & shirt - JCrew, shoes - Target

The pants are the infamous Minnie Pants.  They are always talked about on fashion blogs as the best, most comfortable ankle length pants.  I had tried them on months ago at a JCrew store and they looked like capris on me - typical with regular sized pants.  It's really hard to see what pants will look like on you when they are hitting in the wrong spot.  Finally, I sucked it up and bought a tall pair online.

I actually really like them, only the waist is way too large (which typically happens when I buy pants), so I am going to have to find a tailor to take them in.

Back in the online dating saddle?

So there was a deal for 3 months of eHarmony....  and I did it.  This morning.  And after browsing profiles and seeing the small amount of people they matched me to.  I'm already regretting the loss of that money.

I'm trying to be optimistic about it.  I do have three months.  Maybe it will end up being worth it?  At least I'm getting out there again.

#8 - Define my decorating style

Defining a decorating style.  It was/is a lot harder than I thought.

When I moved into my apartment, I had all these big, grand ideas about what I wanted to do with the space.  We'll call it "pinterest-delusional".  After almost a year of living there, I have probably accomplished about 45% of what I wanted to do.  Reasons for that - distraction, not enough money, indecision.  I'm sure I'm not the only one who had dealt with any (or all) of those problems.

Anyways, in this process I have been reviewing all my pinspirations and what I find myself drawn to when window shopping.  I feel pretty confident that I've discovered what my decorating style.

There are a few things I know for sure:

• NO CLUTTER - tchotchkes need not apply
• Bright colors
• Neutrals (or in some cases progressive neutrals)
• Clean lines
• Nothing too modern

Is there a technical name for this type of decorating?  Traditional & breezy?  Vibrant and Casual?  No idea. 

So, I am feeling 95% confident that I have discovered my decorating style (though I know it changes a bit), I just don't know what to call it.

Funny enough, I stumbled across this style quiz today.  I took it and this was my decorating style.

Light & Timeless...  I guess that works.

Summertime

I love randomly throwing an outfit together in the morning and having it work out.  Also, this is my "dirty" hair day.  It's my first time attempting to keep in down.  I did spray with the salt spray, dry it a bit and then put some dry shampoo in.  It's not terrible, but I can still tell it's dirty.  Progress at least.

*shirt - Express, skirt - JCrew outlet, shoes - Target

Goals Update: May

Wow, I just missed that end of month update.  Before I blinked, it was June.

1. Complete at least 2 items from my 101 IN 1,001 LIST each month - Not even close.  In fact, I took a look at this list a few times this month and lost interest in achieving some of them.  A good portion of them were based on my intention to go to Europe this year, but that's not happening.  We'll see how this is going to progress this summer.

2. GET IN SHAPE - Not bad.  Now that my half marathon is in 2 weeks, I have to start thinking about my new game plan.  I think I am going to make a schedule of what nights I will attend classes at my gym, when I am going to run and days off.  I would like to still do pilates once a week, but we'll see how my finances are this month.

3. EAT BETTER -  Traveling makes this hard, but thankfully, the warmer weather gives me a lighter appetite.  This hasn't been terrible, but not great.  BBQs, cookouts and baseball games are going to make this difficult for me this summer.

Sorry this is a pretty quick update.  I feel like these goals have taken a back seat right now.  I'm hoping to be able to refocus myself this summer.