Omg! Shoes!

Lately during my workouts, I haven't been giving it my all. I have a 5k less then a month away and I'm not even taking training seriously. I know I could PR on this course since it's flat but even that isn't getting my butt out of bed. However, there is a holiday called Valentines Day and my dad loves me so much to get me a lovely present. Usually it's something small but he went big this year. 

These shoes came in the mail and my workout today was my best one in a long time! The shoes didn't really give me the power but wearing them made me feel badass! Thank you Dad for helping me find the motivation I've been needing :)

Valentines Day

I really wish I could post pictures of the kids but sadly I cannot :( Words cannot describe how crazy they were yesterday! Note to self: If I ever have kids, there're never having sugar!

The day started out perfectly, the kids brought in their valentines for their friends, a ton of sugary snacks for the party (which were later regretted), and all the girls were wearing pink! We had a good morning with all ten kids, then things took a turn for the worse. After nap and diapers the kids had their party! There were cupcakes, cookies, chips, candy bags (which were placed in their bags), and noodles (snack from the kitchen). Everything went fine until the sugar set in. The kids lost it and were crazy! Ten two-year-olds on sugar is the worse. My face was licked, I was hit and kicked, and time-outs were given! I was so tired by the end of the day. Such crazy kids!

My parents were awesome as usual. My mom made my dad and I an amazing pasta dish! Top it off, my dad is getting me a pair of Nike Free :) The plan is to have them broken in by the St. Patty's Day 5K.

It's been a minute...

I'm back into the swing of things at work again. I'm still fighting off this stupid cold though. Parents keep sending their kids in sick so therefore I'm getting sick. People know not drink out of my water or share food I touched. This week has been a little worse. I feel really tired and just want to sleep once I get home from work. Being on your feet all day can kill you (and chasing around ten two-year-olds). \

However, I live for Fridays since it is Elmo day for the kids. It keeps them quiet, and the only other thing that keeps them quiet is eating! The video is probably as old me but it's a classic!

But usually I'm wishing that I'm at the beach without a care in the world

Resolutions!

*Please note this was made before my trip and now being posted*

Every year I try to make resolutions and follow them. So here it goes...

1. Run a half marathon. I always I want to do one but never do. Maybe try the RnR Denver? Idk yet but I will train like I'm going to do one.

2. On that being said run more races. I like running races and seeing how far I can push myself.

3. Get into yoga more. I really like the classes they do at Lululemon. It's a chill atmosphere and I like the people who work there.

4. Eat healthy and no more soda!

5. Save money, this is hard for me since I like spending it like it goes out of style.

6. Read more.

Life update...

After a fun vacation and a road trip, coming back to work was hard.

Miami was amazing as usual. I love people watching in South Beach, the Grove, dancing the night away, pizza runs, and celebrating new years with a good group of people. I went to the beach three days in a row! I got my tan on lol. However, the day we left Miami it was cold! Actually, it was warmer in Colorado then in Miami.

From Miami we went to Vero Beach which is about three hours away. We stayed with Jennifer's roommate from college. She actually lives on a nature preserve and boy was it beautiful! We went out to Thai place for dinner and chilled at her house. We had an easy night.

The next morning we took our long drive to New Orleans! It took forever to get out of Florida. With an exploded soda, going crazy in the car, and a few stops we made it out. We met up with Jennifer's friend Joe and stayed with him and his family. Joe greeted us with a bottle of vodka and we got ready and went to the French Quarter. We walked along Bourbon enjoying the no open container law. Drank too many hurricanes and won money at the casino. Got to go to Scure and enjoy red velvet cake :) This is one of my favorite places in New Orleans. The weather was even nice enough to go to the pool! Jennifer and I got our tan and relax in the hot tub (the pool water was too cold). Joe took us on a tour of the city and showed me places that I didn't see before. I had such a fun time and enjoyed every minute.

From there we headed to Dallas and spent the night with Jennifer's friend Lizzie. We went to Whataburger! I really liked it so if your ever driving around in Texas, find one! We even stopped again on our way home lol. After our one night in Dallas we drove back to Colorado.

It's been tough getting back into the swing of things and I haven't set foot in the gym at all this year! I also got sick right when I got back to work. I did go to yoga when I got back. I'm trying to get into that again.

2011

This year has been pretty good to me. I thought 2010 was a really good year since I turned 21, the first part of student teaching ended, and I made some really fun friends in my geography class. But 2011 topped it, yeah there were some highs and lows but I wouldn't trade it for anything! I'll highlight some of my favorite parts of the year.

The year started with a bang at The Mansion with some of my friends. I had a great time and danced the night away. This was my favorite picture of the night :)

My first Nuggets game! Best part? It was against the Lakers so it was a really good game! Even though they lost it was really fun. A friend came with me but it was epic! The only bad part was that Birdman didn't play due to injuries. 

Random Boulder days with Tyler. He is someone who I need to visit more often! Tyler and I have been friends over three years now. We always got to the Med during happy hour and order too much food. It's the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

Student teaching was a huge part of the year! My whole last semester of college was spent in a second grade classroom. It wasn't a cake walk but worth every moment. I wouldn't trade anything of my experience for anything. I worked with an amazing teacher who helped me so much and encouraged me when I felt everything had collapsed. It was all worth it in the end. The kids were amazing and I miss them so much. I can't post pictures of the kids but the flowers were from different events throughout the year.

All the races I ran this year! I did four which is less then what I expected to do. Due to injuries and crappy training I didn't accomplish what I wanted. I ran two 5ks, a five mile run, and the Bolder Boulder 10k. I hope to get in more and try some races in Denver. I did PR in a 5k and was the 11th overall female finisher. Hopefully next year I'll get in more races!

Graduating college is another huge accomplishment I made this year! I not only had one but two graduations! One from the college of education and the big one for school. I loved every moment of it. It was bittersweet in the end. (I cried at dinner since I was sad about graduating). I miss all the friends I made and being in school. College was worth every penny. 

Some of the fun times from second semester! I got to experience being 21 to the fullest and having a fun time with all my friends. I went out a little too much but it was fun. 

Summer 2011 was probably one of the best summers ever! I didn't have a job but my lack of job gave me free time to run. Between all the roof top bars, Pinkberry runs, late nights, beer pong, concerts, sushi, Water World, Casa Bontia, movies, random nights, and bad reality tv nights with Arielle, I loved it. So much fun with everyone! These pictures cannot do justice for all the fun I had.

Miami was defiantly a blast! I had so much fun and never wanted to come home. It was the perfect way to end summer. The trip was my last "kid" trip. Right when I came back I got the job I have now.

The first picture was me celebrating getting a job. I work as a preschool teacher at a daycare. I love my kids and have so much with them. The last picture was Arielle's last night in Colorado before moving to NYC. I miss her tons she was my partner in crime this summer. 

My best friend Alyssa and I on my birthday! We went to the melting pot and ate of yummy food. We had a really fun server. A nice way to celebrate with my parents.

I have enjoyed this year and will be ending it Miami! I'm looking forward to my vacation and road trip with Jennifer.