Who else is enjoying the Olympics? I just love them, yet somehow I haven't watched since 2000, which is very strange to me. At that time I was only all about gymnastics- yes, I was one of those kids who started gymnastics after watching the Mag 7 win gold. I was highly disappointed when I didn't really know anyone on the 2000 Women's Team. I stopped watching.

Looking forward to the men's and women's team finals this week! Hoping for GOLD for both!

I'm a bit under the weather with a sinus infection- Good grief these are debilitating to me. I hate the way I feel, the way my head feels like its floating...plus I have to miss my workouts. I hate getting derailed- I was on such a good roll. Although now that my sickness is rearing its ugly head, I can understand why my past two Insanity workouts have been LESS than stellar. I struggled with Insanity Max Cardio and Max Plyo. Hopefully this will pass by Wednesday so I don't get too off track.

I'll leave you with a photo from my dinner last night of stiry-fried veggies and tempeh. This was my first attempt at tempeh and although I like it way better than tofu, it still wasn't a favorite. I doubt, after I finished this package, will I eat it again. This was even after I marinated it for an hour- I just found it to be bland and blah- although it is a FANTASTIC source of protein and fiber. Those veggies hit THE spit last night....

This past weekend was spent showing my friend from my DC days (Courtney is her name) around Charleston. It was great having a good friend visit me! We spent the majority of her visit eating, but who cares. Somehow I managed to lose another pound eating shrimp and grits, drinking Blue Moon and NOT working out. Word.


That was my weekend! Post is a bit late, seeing that there's only one more day left in this work week, but better late than never.

What's your favorite brunch item? If you're a brunch type of person....I for one LOVE brunch food!

Wooooo, I've been a little MIA from the blog. I love this blog, writing, meeting bloggers- but I REALLY want a design change. So, if anyone would like to offer their services to me, that'd be GREAT! At a discount. Thanks.

Something smells in this office............just do you all are aware.

OK, so after Month 1 of Insanity (round 2!) I'm down 5 pounds, inches all over and pleased. Things were slow going for awhile, but damn if I didn't BUST my ass. I ate healthy, drank my Shakeology (nothing new, really), rarely drank alcohol (my wine weakness!!!) and worked out most everyday. I think I mentioned this, but I'm definitely OVER Month 1 Insanity workouts. I'm just bored with them. They're still hard as ever, but I've done them so much now that it's time for a change-up. After the second month I'll be moving on to Les Mills Pump. It's exactly what you think it is.....like the Bodypump class at your local gym (cool music, lots of reps, lighter weights) but in the courtesy of your own home, which I enjoy for the sake of time saving.

Last night my best guy friend from High School and his wife were in town so we (with my friend Lindsey who lives in Charleston, too) all went out for drinks. We started out at Social and headed to Vendue rooftop bar. It was a GREAT time, but I got home entirely too late- now I know exactly why I don't go to happy hours the majority of the time. LOL I just can't  hang like I used to. LAME.

I didn't snap ANY photos of me and Patrick (friend from high school) because, again, I'm lame, but here's a throw-back from the good old days.

If you're a Chi Omega or Chi O Alumnae, I'm sure you've seen the Lilly Pulitzer line for Chi Omega. ADORE IT! This tumbler is to-die for and I need it. That owl print is HELLO-gorgeous and adorable. All my owl lovers out there will enjoy this as well :)

I need groceries, but haven't felt motivated one bit to drag my ass to the store. I'll do it this weekend. Dinner tonight will be a broiled AVoado with Melted Cheese and Hot Sauce (low carb, anyway.) and a Cookies n Cream protein shake.

Living a 15-20 minute drive from two beaches has its perks- and I'm taking full advantage! Oddly enough, I wasn't much of a beach person until this past year- not sure why....body issues probably. I never liked that I couldn't prance around in a bikini. Yes. Prance. Not that I do now, but I damn sure don't hide in a t-shirt and shorts anymore. I need to give myself more credit.

Here are my Beach must-haves!!

1. A cute beach chair with pink somewhere in it.
Must have pink chair! It used to be just a blanket for me, but a chair is now a must! It's easier to sit up in, lay back in and not so close to the sand. Not that I mind lying on the sand- I like that, too, but chairs are just cool. I picked this one up at Publix for cheap!


2. Floppy beach hat. With lace.
Scored this from e-bay! I don't wear it too often because I like the sun on my face, but if I'm walking around at a beach ALL day, this is a must have. Keeps you cool and I love the lace detail!

3. Bright beach towel.
Lay it on the sand to sprawl out on or drape it over the chair. Either way, make sure it's bright! :) Home Goods has AHHHmazzzinnggg beach towels! Look all the colors! Mine isn't pictured here, but it's orange, pink, white sunbursts.

4. A beachbag with style.
I have a thing for skulls. Chi Omega thing, mainly. I loved this nautical striped bag with the skull n crossbones. Perfect! All my other beach stuff is girly, so I needed a bad-assery piece.



This past weekend I made it to Folly beach early Saturday morning. It's awesome going around 10:00 and staying until the lunch crowd comes out....I hate dealing with the traffic going to the beach on James Island. Ick! The beach isn't very crowdd and I like the spot I've become accustomed to....it has a good amount of people to gawk at, but not too many to feel claustrophobic.

Saturday, there was a dude on the beach building what looked to be either an Alien signal or a cool sandcastle...I was intrigued....and was even ready to pack up and head home, but HAD to wait until Mr. Alien Summoner got back from his ocean swim break, to see exactly what the hell he was building he was working so hard on....


Shovel in hand. Looking determined to finish his masterpiece...


What are your beach essentials? Do share!

I hit up Folly Beach off of James Island this morning. It was so much prettier than Sullivan's in my opinion. I liked Sullivan's atmosphere, but Folly had clean beaches and nice sand without a bunch of rocks and crap-ola! It was a nice, breezy day- considering it was scorching outside...I'm hotter in my apartment NOW at 6 p.m. since my air unit is a piece of shit...obviously.

OH SNAP! Hominy grill in Charleston lived up to the hype in my opinion- or maybe I was really hungry? Either way, it was delicious!

The parents of a close friend of mine are in South Carolina for vacation and wanted to take me to dinner- free dinner AND a chance to see familiar faces? I jumped at the chance!

Me and Michele (Jamie's mom) were craving Shrimp and Grits, so we decided to give Hominy a try. Plus my favorite, Anthony Bourdain, dined there during his show "No Reservations." Duh. I'm going just for that simple fact alone.

After work I got in a quick workout (Insanity Cardio Recovery) then I walked to the restaurant- it took me 9 minutes exactly. Such a quick and easy walk! I love it that I can walk almost anywhere on the peninsula in under 30 minutes. Score!!

I started with a glass of Pinot and our food cam with quickness!