Til the day I die

James, you evaded my camera almost the whole day. And sang "Bad Company" to your family over breakfast. James Ray, you make me laugh more than your mom and Aunt Erin. And that's saying something. Tomorrow, I promise to teach you 'the X word'. 

The opposing team's coach kept saying "watch out for the girl in the pink" during Elly's soccer game today. Elizabeth Mae, you are a star. It doesn't surprise me to know that's where you came from:) 

Katy came out to try and befriend a stray cat in her backyard today. She spent twenty minutes standing by the fence (after the cat ran away) calling "here kitty kitty". Katherine Danielle, you are my example of kindness and caring. 

Jack made a 'snicker doodle cookie" (sugar cookie with a mini snickers on the inside) during our cookie baking party today. With a mint and brownie garnish. Jack Allen, you are creative like no one I've ever known before.

On the way to soccer Elly asked me again when I was going to have a baby. I gave her my usual speech about when I find a man who is either A.wealthy B. has a hot accent C. gay or D. all of the above-
then I will have a million babies with him.

(Don't pause to question my logic about 'C' like my dad always does. This is my fairy tale, dammit)

I also told her that I would be ok if I never had my own babies because just getting to spend some of my life with them had made me so happy.

She responded to this sentimental declaration by demanding that I buy her a slushie after her soccer game.

So heartwarming.

Never change, Monrobies.

I love you more than my own life.

Lori Ann

Tripping in the Bathroom

Random Life Commentary

So, I was out sick from work today. A totally wasted day. I didn't exercise or walk. I have to keep reminding myself that; unless it's deathbed illness, its just better for me to go to work. I go stir crazy at home. 

I am kind of a pumpkin carving master

The Sugar cookie.

Lately I have been trying to ask myself "what is God trying to teach me?" in every situation I find difficult. 

It's helping me, I think.

I had a dream that my sister Erin died last night. I woke up SO HAPPY that I had been dreaming. I kept calling her to tell her that she can NEVER die.

I was super obsessed with that song "Royals" last week. I wish I look like Lorde. 

I can't stop singing it.

Gold teeth, grey goose, tripping in the bathroom. (which I interpreted as literally tripping until I had sung it about 100 times.)

Sorry this is so random. 

I am getting back on track tomorrow. I've got 12 miles to walk in the next two days. Wish me luck!!

Lori Ann

And runnin', runnin'

Ok,

So I got almost everything on my weekend to do list done. 

I love accomplishing things. I am a 'to do' list junkie. It's kind of like an adrenaline junkie but without the feats of daring. Also, there is more cleaning involved.

This week brings a new challenge. 

Danielle, Jack, and I are all trying to push ourselves with exercise, etc.

So, though I've attempted it in weeks past, I've never completed it.

I'm going for 15 miles this week.

I want to run as many of those as possible. 

(which hopefully will be helped by my brand new insoles and bright PINK sneakers!)

Speaking of pink, my hair is fading already. Now that I'm living an 'edgy' lifestyle I am learning that vibrant hair color doesn't last long. You have to keep up with it. 

I am totally changing this blog to be called "TSC: Lifestyle tips from an edgy Mormon".

It will include such gems of wisdom as:

Keep up with your pink hair- dye frequently.

Hide your tattoo when you are subbing in primary. 

Don't get buzzed on caffeine right before your temple recommend interview. 

Lori Ann

p.s.- I lost 3 lbs yesterday. Thank you, Valley Forge trail of evil unexpected inclines. 

Not without a star

Ok, so I went to Valley Forge today. 

It was intense. 

Because you all couldn't be there with me, I have graciously prepared a somewhat dizzying 2 minute recap of my trip.

You're welcome.

Lori Ann

I don't know about you

Ok,

I have 22 items on my weekend 'to do' list. 

I've been home from work for 5 hours now and accomplished NONE of them.

I did; however, eat some cookie dough ice cream and rewatch the first 3 episodes of The Blacklist.

And I antagonized my mother's cat. 

So there's something to be said for that.

Anyway, my purpose in writing this is to serve as a source of inspiration. To get my feet moving.

By tomorrow I want to have:

Worked out

Carved a pumpkin

Made a new fall craft

Walked the five mile trail through the historic sites at Valley Forge

Gotten everything I need to finish my two packages

Cleaned my room

Done all my laundry

Planned my workout schedule for next week

Written a big life 'to do' list- you know, all that stuff that stays on the back of your mind. " get my hair trimmed, get a dental check up, etc"

Baked something for someone

Read Frankenstein under the stars

WISH ME LUCK!!!

Lori Ann

I can't wait much longer

*Feel free to press play and listen to a little Kanye as you read this exciting random thoughts update*

Today I ran a mile. Not consecutively. I walked a mile, ran a half a mile, walked another half mile, ran a half a mile, and then walked one more half mile for a total of 3 miles- 2 walked, 1 ran.

Kanye always comes on my ipod just when I think about giving up.

I made a candy corn wreath last night. Because I'm kind of in a manic phase. I've been thinking about going to the movies tonight at 10 pm. On a Thursday.

Last night I also watched the newest episode of "The Blacklist" out on the back porch under the stars. *sigh* Why do men get so much better with age? I loved 16 Candles James Spader but the Blacklist James Spader is #sohotIcannotthinkstraight. (some things just call for a #)

I am currently working on assembling two packages. So if you live in either Jersey or Australia- it's time to start freaking out:)

Well, not so much Australia. It takes like 7 weeks for stuff to arrive over there.

Someone gave me a partially eaten Baby Ruth bar today.

I wrote a whole long ranting blog post about why conservatives are like the strict mom and liberals are like the every other weekend fun times dad but decided not to publish it. Because I feel like I have a huge liberal audience- possibly in the millions at this point- and I don't want to antagonize anyone:)

I think I am going to Valley Forge this weekend. It's on my fall goals list to see somewhere in PA that I have never been. I live 35 miles from Valley Forge and have NEVER been there. How sad, eh?

Lori Ann

If you had one shot

You guys.

Today I ran half a mile. 

RAN.

I was out doing a short two mile walk around the park when I thought 'eh..I'll try jogging for a second'.

I went all the way around the half mile track without stopping.

The sweat was getting in my eyes.

I was breathing like I was having an asthma attack.

I was having a crazy inner monologue battle with myself- "Just do it. You can be a runner" "Shut up with all that inspirational crap" " I can be inspirational if I want to be!" "I will kill you!" 

(All my thoughts arguing with each other)

I probably looked completely deranged. 

People with short legs do not graceful runners make.

But I did it. 

I DID IT!!

You guys, it's ok if you want to call me "your runner friend" from now on. I'm cool with it.

Lori Ann