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In my Random Facts post, I wrote: "For the last two years, I have been doing cross-fit/circuit training workouts (with some running thrown in) 4-5 times a week with Kurt, and I really enjoy it. I feel good - stronger and faster! And for the most part, I like how my body looks. I'm not generally a fitness enthusiast and before I tried this, I was never able to stick with gym memberships or exercise routines because I'd get bored and fall off the wagon. Nowadays, I do very intense, fast-paced, 15-20 minute-long workouts targeting multiple muscle groups. Sometimes we just use our body weight, sometimes we use kettle bells. It's usually challenging, but over quickly. My new goal is to be able to do a round of honest-to-goodness pull-ups like Sarah Connor in Terminator 2. If you're interested, or would like to see a sample workout, I'd be glad to share. "
I've found that the best workout doesn't have to be complicated or long. Lift heavy things. Breath hard for about 20 minutes a day. Body weight exercises are great: push ups, sit-ups, squats, lunges and pull-ups.
To see a sample of a typical workout, check out my daily Mile page: http://www.dailymile.com/people/whirlybird#ref=tophd -
I think I'd be a squirrel. I love squirrels - they are very thoughtful and industrious when it comes to procuring snacks. They must have memorized an extensive network of maps leading to secret stashes of nuts, seeds and garden booty. I've seen them dig small holes to hide treasures and I've watched in amazement as they finangle treats out of the trickiest bird feeders. I think I'm similar in this way because I always know where the closest chocolate bar is within a 60 foot radius. I also hoard Ritter Sport bars in my desk drawer at work. Even Kurt has no idea I have been hiding a small block of emergency white chocolate in the kitchen cabinet since Easter. My winter stores. I also have pretty roomy cheeks, like a squirrel. Roomy enough to store nuts, you could say, but I won't because that's really provocative and weird.
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To ensure that I make the most comparable choice, I've consulted a wiki list outlining our former presidents' attributes and foibles. After careful review, I believe that President Franklin Pierce would be the best presidential embodiment of Harold because he was dashingly handsome (Look at that hair!) yet timid (in regards to politics), and Harold is dashingly handsome (obviously) and also timid (in regards to the fact that if a bandit tried to attack me, Harold would run and hide under the covers, whereas our other dog, Mule, would eat the bandit's face.) Pierce is also described as the worst president in the history of the United States. I know that I'm making an assumption here, but I'd wager that Harold would be equally as bad, or worse, since all he cares about is cuddling, bones and cheese.
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This makes no sense, but made me giggle really loud while reading my email in public. Thanks, Kurt. ::shakes head::
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He is an ophthalmic assistant at the Louisville Eye Care Institute.
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We record them on a little cheapy Fuji FinePix camera, and edit the clips into a video using iMovie. To post and share the videos, we always upload them to our Vimeo site: http://vimeo.com/vietnamted
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It was $800 for the barn, area around the barn and field across the way. This was one of the most expensive parts of our wedding, but the homestead is so pretty and the people there were very accommodating. I'm really glad we were married there! You can also rent the farmhouse and the nature center, but I'm not sure how much that is ...
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Most of the time, we use a canon 10D and a little Fujifilm Finepix for quick snapshots and videos. We also like to play with our Holga and disposable film cameras.
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I did not partake, not really a fan of the stuff. However! According to my sources, California weed is indeed some hostile chronic. It should be, considering that much of the economy in those parts depends on it. We noticed lots of marijuana themes, including "Skunk Cabbage Trail" a passenger train called the "Skunk Express." I'm on to you, Humboldt County.
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Roughly, every 6 hours, I get a hankering for a DP.
For those not privy to my DP hankerings, here is the back story, so to speak: In my family, we've been known to call Dr. Peppers "DP's". They are truly the best sodas every concocted, and on the rare occasion we were allowed a soda, you'd likely hear, "Hey Nan, how about a DP?!" or "Yay! We looooove DeePee!" Such a sheltered life, knowing that the only definition for DP was a soda pop.
Fast forward to Kurt and I's Christmas party last year. I declare to a table full of men, "Sometimes you just get a hankering for a good DP." DOCTOR PEPPER. They were thinking something else, of course. Thus, I was hilarious. -
My favorite place so far is the Northern California Redwood coast. It would be a dream to live between the redwoods and the ocean, surrounded by so much undeveloped beauty and wildlife. We're the outdoorsy types, and I don't think we'd ever run out of adventures. Plus, there's access to so much fresh, delicious, locally grown food. Heaven.
I've only been outside of the US twice - to Costa Rica and Russia. Lots to see still! We are hoping to visit Sweden next summer, and hopefully Alaska too. -
Fall! I love autumn smells, crisp air and stepping on crunchy leaves. The light is different - soft and golden.
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It would be silly of me to say no, considering the vastness of the universe. I think it's a possibility, for sure.
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I am terrible at most things involving coordination, especially dancing. I have a couple of moves, but they are more hilarious than anything. Also exceptionally bad at: resisting chocolate, carrying a tune, remembering my house keys, keeping a straight face.
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A listener, when I'm in unfamiliar situations. But when I'm not feeling shy, I love to tell stories and talk about the things I love, usually our dogs or food.
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Johanna’s Bio
My name is Johanna. I live in Louisville, Kentucky with a man (Kurt) and two dogs (Harold and Mule). I work as a marketing and art director by trade, and spend the rest of my time cooking, making things and embarking on miscellaneous adventures.
