{Fitness Goals!}

Hey....2016 is starting off rather strong...FOR ME!

One day I got a burst of energy and decided to walk to the gym instead of driving the 2 miles one way to the gym.  Instead...I walked...

Once I got to the gym,, I got my butt on the treadmill and then the glider thingy, I do not even know what it is called...what I do know is the mileage was nice compared to the treadmill!  So that machine has been my BFF...OH...the steps...versus the treadmill is what I meant to say!

I am attempting to reach a total of 10,000 miles for the year of 2016! 

Lets see what we can do!!!

Holllleeerrrrrrr!!!!

Scrap Our Stash - February Stash Challenge!

How have you been doing so far with your progress since 1/1? Are you on target? Off target?

I have been staying rather busy which is fantastic so that I may reach my goal for the year! I believe I said 120...I think...lol.

Do you have difficulties in getting your mojo? Here are a few things you can do to help!

Try:
- sketches
- monthly challenges
- Facebook groups
- Pinterest
- Youtube
- participate! Participate! Participate!.

Two things...
1. Continue to check back here and on ScrapOurStash blog for inspiration.
Www.scrapourstash.blogspot.com

2. Join my scrapbook group on Facebook...fun, fun and more fun!
"WhoGivesaScrap!?"

So below here is February's Stash Challenge! I'd love to see what you come up with! Challenge and my take is posted! If you happen to participate. Please upload to Scrap Our Stash blog for an opportunity to won a RAK!

Thanks for looking!

{Dating Today}

Dating websites use to be taboo, but I think its completely normal these days. 

But why is it hard to find a good partner? 

I was asked recently, "why are you still single?" I guess the answer to this is because I refuse to settle!

I have to be honest with myself and say, I ALMOST settled, and I promised myself I would never to that again! I am too worthy to do mess like that. I had got myself into a situation that was not the business....did something I promised myself I would never to again.

What I am trying to do is be patient and obedient while I wait on my heavenly Lord to present me with who he sees fit! 

In the meanwhile....

I was inboxed by this dude....

One MAJOR pet peeve...

Grammatical Errors....

Dude couldn't even spell his own city. SMH...

Your profile should be on POINT! If you are tryin to catch, please be on point!

So...in Southern Cali, we have a city in the Inland Empire called MORENO VALLEY...not Mareno Valley....come on bruh!

#FAIL!

I also ran across this on either Facebook or Pinterest...I thought it was hilarious!

Lol...

#thesinglelife

#storiesfordays

One day, my prince will arrive!

{Vision Board 2015 & 2016!}

Do you have a vision??

Well, last year, January 2016, I was invited to my first vision board gathering. I had began to hear about them, here and there, and wasn't exactly sure what the heck or what the purpose was. 

Well thank God for our wonder world wide web, and our friend YouTube, and Pinterest and Google, I was able to quickly learn. With a plethora of samples, I was able to understand what it really was about!  

A group of like minded women came together and did our boards. Some were able to complete it in the time alotted and some were not or opted to finish at home due to time constraints. Let me tell you, I am SO glad I was able to complete it, because knowing ME, I know I would not had finished it at home. 

So what is a Vision Board?

A vision board is a tool used to help clarify, concentrate and maintain focus on a specific life goal. Literally, a vision board is any sort of board on which you display images that represent whatever you want to be, do or have in your life. 

What is the point? Simply put, we humans tend to be a very busy species and constantly bombarded by distractions. Making use of vision boards serves several purposes, some of which include helping you to:

• Identify your vision and give it clarity.
• Reinforce your daily affirmations.
• Keep your attention on your intentions.

So...all you really need is a nice size poster board, and plenty of magazines to choose from. Also, it is awesome to be able to do it amongst a group of girlfriends!

So my board from 2015 looked like this:

About late Spring of 2015, I glanced at my board as I have it in a place where I have to look at it daily. I looked at the things that I had actually started to do and make it a reality. 

One of the things I accomplished on my board was finally getting a chance to fly to Arkansas to see my dad. Him and Bre had not seen each other in years...THE BEST part of it all was...it was 100% a surprise! My dad had NO IDEA we were coming...it was phenomenal! 

I have to say my first board was a success...so if course I had to try another for 2016.

Here is my board for 2016...lets see what happens!

Bring it on 2016!!

Lets GO!

Viva Las Vegas!!

Oh wow! The 3 of us, myself and 2 of my best Scrappy Buds took a little road trip to celebrate other scrappy buds birthdays in Sin City!! That trip was highly anticipated and highly needed!!! There is a link to my flipgram that highlights some of my favorite photos! In case you don't click the link, I have some of my favorite pics to share here with you!

2 of the birthday girls hosted an all day crop that was hands down on point, filled with a day of challenges, games and awesome prizes!

We went up on  a Friday, got into a little trouble with a senior citizen that evening when we went to a lounge for some live music! I guess we were sitting in his unmarked seats....oops....nerve!

Saturday we cropped and had fun, shared plenty of meals together and headed back on Sunday homeward bound. We stopped at the famous Alien Jerky place which is along the 15 Fwy, somewhere between Nevada and Barstow, Ca. I do believe its in Baker, Ca.

Anyhow, I was super productive so proud of that! Because of the known shenanigans that were to occur, I only aimed for 10 layouts...I achieved 8 which was still good considering the chaos!
I will share those layouts in a few days!

Thank you for allowing me to relive my moment with me!

Viva Las Vegas! Celebrating January Birthdays! Its not all about pics, glue and paper....its about the friendships that form...luv these ladies! Happy Birthday Rochelle, Lisa & Alondra!!

#flipagram #Future made with @flipagram .

https://flipagram.com/f/jIuYStAwkA

{February Scrap Our Stash - Stash Challenge}

Hey crafters!!! Lets go!

So excited to announce February's Stash challenge year for Scrap Our Stash! We have new flavor an new ideas from our new design team!!

Are you ready for February's Stash Challenge!?

***PLEASE NOTE....this challenge is sponsored by ScrapOurStash, In order to receive RAK from Scrap Our Stash, you must upload to the blog.

The challenge:

Create a layout inspired by the BOOK COVER..

You are allowed to use anything from the cover that inspires you,

for instance, the colors, the animal, the design of cover, etc.

In addition, you must use at lest 2 HEARTS on your layout.

When posting your layout, you must include in your write up

what inspiration you pulled from the book cover, to be considered for the

random prize drawing.

Be sure to check the blog for the guidelines!

Entries are due: February 27th, 11:59 PM (PST)

- See more at: http://scrapourstash.blogspot.com/

Have fun and can't wait to see what you come up with!

{Scrap Our Stash - Stash Challenge!}

Happy New Year my friends!

So excited to announce the first challenge of the year for Scrap Our Stash! We have some new flavor coming with a few new members on the design team and we have some returning members!
Stay tuned on the Scrap Our Stash as our new DT members will be introduced!

Are you ready for January's Stash Challenge!?
***PLEASE NOTE....this challenge is sponsored by SOS, In order to receive RAK you must upload to the blog.



The challenge:
Create a layout inspired by the BOOK COVER..
You are allowed to use anything from the cover that inspires you,
for instance, the stripes on the hat, the snow, colors, title, the cat, etc.
AND...you must use white paint or paint splatters on your layout.

When posting your layout, you must include in your write up
what inspiration you pulled from the book cover, to be considered for the
random prize drawing.

Click HERE for SOS Challenge Guidelines
Entries are due: January 29th, 11:59 PM (PST)
- See more at: http://scrapourstash.blogspot.com/#sthash.oqJOfraI.dpuf

The prize you are playing for this month is: Simple Stories "You & Me" 12 x 12 Collection Kit - See more at: http://scrapourstash.blogspot.com/#sthash.oqJOfraI.dpuf