My Atlanta Moms TV Debut
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
My surprise is out of the bag and online ...
I'm thrilled to be a part of MyAtlantaMoms.com and look forward to more great things to come.
Winks & Smiles,
Showing posts with label What's Up with Wifey. Show all posts
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I'm thrilled to be a part of MyAtlantaMoms.com and look forward to more great things to come.
Winks & Smiles,
Wifey’s Got a Brand New Bag
Monday, October 18, 2010
Well, more like a brand new blog – gasp!
I’m still Wifey … but I’m running. Running my household; running my career; running a personal chauffeur service for my kids; and running – literally – for my health. Oh, and my sanity. Ahem.
Come on over, let me know what you think, and make sure to subscribe or add Run Wifey Run to your reader so you don’t miss a thing.
Winks & Smiles,
I’m a Mominatrix
Friday, August 20, 2010
That’s right the fabulous, and original Mominatrix, is featuring me today over at The Imperfect Parent.
What are we dishing about?
Sex, of course!
Gasp!
Come on over to The Imperfect Parent and check it out.
Winks & Smiles,
Out with the Old, In with the New – Sort of
Friday’s Confession …
So, why is my old, broken, beat up garbage pail still sitting next to it?
I know I’m busy but that’s just dumb. I need help people.
Winks & Smiles,
Destroying Debt
Friday, August 6, 2010
Friday’s Confession …
I killed two credit cards.
That’s right I cut them up … and off. I wish I could say that the debt is gone but I did make steps yesterday to stop it and even better lower my interest rates so there’s an end in sight.
I also decided that I should have financial peace – literally. I signed Husband and I up for money guru Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University, a 13-week program being offered through my church.
That’s right, folks. I’m. Not. Playin’.
I know you’ve heard the saying, “keep doing what you’re doing, you’ll keep getting what you’re getting.” For some reason those words stuck yesterday.
I confess, I killed two credit cards and I’m looking forward to taking out the rest.
Winks & Smiles,
My Escape to the Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
After completing the longest run of my life, 14 miles, I was thrilled to head downtown to the Four Season Hotel Atlanta’s first Mommy Blogger Escape. From the moment I valet parked and was greeted by Spa Director Garth Mamicpic I instantly felt like I had been whisked-away on vacation. Garth breezed me through check-in and escorted me to the elevator so I could unwind for a few minutes in my room. I ended up here …
OK, so I got so relaxed that I didn’t take anymore videos, but I snapped lots of shots with my iPhone. Want to see?
My Room
It was divine. Spacious. Comfortable. Luxurious.
And, look! They left me goodies! A fabulous robe and other spa treats.
The view from my room
That evening me and seven other Atlanta bloggers were treated to drinks and appetizers in the kitchen at Park 75 while Sous Chef Tommy Greer showed us where all the magic happens. He even took us out to the roof to the restaurant’s organic garden and famous bee colonies. It was super special to see how they get it all done. Wait, did I just say super?
Look close! It's Husband's name
There's 120,000 Bees in there!
I had House Made Lobster Ravioli, Braised Colorado Lamb Shank and, look, Stone Ground Park 75 Molten Lava Cake - Yum!
After dinner I couldn’t wait to try the Spa Bath they left for me.
Isn’t that fabulous? It had instructions and everything ... and, was a little slice of heaven – especially after 14 miles.
I also couldn’t wait to try out my new robe. Ahh …
The next morning we started off with a private, relaxing yoga session.
I’m soooo not flexible
Dawn our instructor was awesome
I definitely worked up an appetite and was happy to find myself sitting at Park 75 again. I’ve totally made friends with the chefs.
After breakfast I met my new best friend, Bertha, who tackled my toes. She had a huge task ahead of her and I wasn’t sure that 50 minutes would be enough time for a pedicure but let me tell you this woman was good. I’ve logged a lot of miles on my feet – on the road and the tennis court and she definitely hooked them up.
Before – Yikes
During – Whew!
After – Ahh!
For the rest of the morning we were given access to the fabulous spa and all of its amenities then wrapped up our escape with lunch by their indoor pool.
When it was time to go they sent us off with more treats including a gift for each of my children.
Candy and cookies
Personalized notes – they think of everything!
It took all I had not to leave kicking and screaming; I seriously considered hiding in the closet and staying another night but I’d like to be invited back one day. In fact, I plan on bringing Husband back one night soon to take part in this …
Now what in the world am I going to do after 15 miles?
Winks & Smiles,
The Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta took care of my accomodations and provided special gifts however they did not pay for this post or my account of my stay. My thoughts and opinions are all mine.
EVO '10: The Evolution of Me
Monday, June 28, 2010
At the beginning of 2010 I declared this the year of “I can.” So often I’m quick to come up with reasons why I can’t do something which I truly believe is a form of self-sabotage – or protection. If I stay inside my cozy little comfort zone I don’t have to risk being disappointed or even worse, embarrassed. Gasp! It keeps life easy, right? Wrong. There’s a huge problem with that. Little risk = little reward. Come on and say it with me, “Keep doing what you’ve been doing and you’ll keep getting what you’ve been getting.”
Fast-forward to the past few days I spent in Utah at the EVO ’10 conference – The Evolution of Women in Social Media. Not to be too hokey, ahem, but I believe that things happen for a reason. We are exactly where we need to be when we need to be there. The theme of “evolution” could not have been any more fitting for my mindset. I went into the conference thinking about my evolution and walked out affirmed and inspired.
Change is necessary. It’s a part of life and it happens whether we want it to or not. It can be scary as hell, but the beautiful thing about change is it doesn’t have to bad. Sometimes it happens to you, and sometimes you can make it happen. I’m not sure about you, but I prefer the latter.
At one of the many insightful sessions I attended three powerful, dynamic and memorable women (the super-talented Carol Roth, Liz Strauss and Ghennipher Weeks) challenged us to take what we've learned and figure out how we are going to incorporate it into our lives. One of the many lessons they drilled home is to know your goal and where you are going. Very logical, but so often so many of us forget to take that very important first step.
For me part of that is not letting my New Year’s goal of “I can” fizzle out in the second half of the year. In addition to identifying my business benchmarks, it’s climbing out of my comfort zone, taking risks and evolving. I figured there was no time like the present so at EVO ’10 I …
… took a gondola ride up the side of a mountain even though nosebleed seats in a stadium could easily send me into a panic attack.
… roomed with people I’d never met and stayed up chatting way past my bedtime like we were old college buddies.
… ran outside in the high altitude even though the security of the plush fitness center screamed my name.
… did the famous Ziprider at Park City Mountain Resort flying down the side of a mountain suspended high in the air from a cable at speeds up to 50 mph. Again, the whole-I'm-a-punk-with-heights thing made this HUGE for me.
… danced the "Cupid Shuffle" and the "Hokey Pokey" at the conference’s closing party even though I can’t dance for shit I’m rhythmically challenged. And, no, I wasn’t drunk.
The courageous Mommy Niri and me after stepping off the Ziprider
These may seem like small feats to some but for me they were scary, exciting and fun elements in the evolution of me. And, like the song says, “that’s what it’s all about.”
Winks & Smiles,
Throwing in the Towel
Monday, June 21, 2010
Last month my USTA Women’s 3.0 tennis team won the Georgia State Championship and all the ladies were so excited to get one of these …
The coveted “champion” towel
Since then my prize possession has been camped out here …
The back of the chair in my office
That’s right. I couldn’t wait to get my “special” towel and I put it in a room where I barely ever am, and I could never
Why?
So often it seems like my first reaction is to down play my success. Or, maybe I was just trying to preserve the moment instead of enjoying it. I’m not sure, but I realized this weekend that it’s just a towel. It’s a special towel that only few will win and that I love, but it’s still a towel; so, I took that bad boy off my chair and threw it in my tennis bag.
Gasp!
I actually used it, too.
Double Gasp!
I decided to celebrate my success, live in the moment and you know what? It felt good.
How about you? Do you take the time to use what you’ve got and celebrate your success? Motivated Mamas want to know …
Winks & Smiles,
World Wide Wifey
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
OK, maybe not “world wide” but I am moving around the web a little bit.
Last night I was a featured guest on the fabulous Christine Eisner’s show, The Comfort Living Club, where we dished about creating your home after the wedding. I was in wonderful company with other guests, gift guru Robyn Spizman, and event planner extraordinaire Tony Conway. Interested? You can catch a replay on Christine’s site, http://comfortlivingbychristine.com/comfortlivingclub/
Today, you can find me over at The Root, a daily on-line magazine, where I contribute the last installment of a three-part series on Atlanta. Yes, ya’ll they called on me to fill in folks about nightlife in the A-town. You can read about the happenings here.
Oh, and stay tuned ... my Race & Relax Recap: Part 2, Relax, is up next!
Winks & Smiles,
Make Room in Wifey’s House for One More Baby
Friday, May 28, 2010
Friday’s Confession …
I’m in love … with my new iPhone.
I know, I always said there’s no more room in Wifey’s House for anymore babies but I just couldn’t help myself. Yes, I’m late to the party but now that I’ve discovered the beauty of my new baby I just can’t put her down – even when she’s sleeping. I also went out and bought her some goodies. Right, you’re not supposed to spoil babies but she definitely needed something to wear…
Pink is so her color
And something comfortable to stay close to me while I’m running …
She fits nice and snug
I also picked up a car charger and a protective screen – she’s got to stay juiced up and scratch free.
No, people, I haven’t lost my mind, ahem, totally – I just got a new baby.
Winks & Smiles,
There’s No Such Thing as Too Much Tennis
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
While I’m quick to talk about my new found love for running I don’t seem to post too much about my other love – tennis. I’m not sure why as I’ve been playing, year-round, for the past 3 to 4 years. To say I’m addicted to tennis would be an understatement and now that Husband is playing, too, it’s pretty much apart of our daily lives.
This past weekend my USTA Women’s 3.0 tennis team won the Georgia State Championship. My teammates and I drove to Macon, Georgia, this past Thursday night and spent the next four days playing two matches per day against teams from all over Georgia and loved every second of it. Did I mention there’s no such thing as too much tennis? Aside from winning the championship, this weekend was so special because of the wonderful women I’m proud to call my teammates friends. The love, support and encouragement everyone consistently gives each other is amazing. Never have I been apart of such camaraderie with such a dynamic group of women. Everyone on the team has talent and is such a superstar; but what’s so special is they want to see their teammates shine even brighter than themselves. There’s no bickering, no pettiness, and no drama. And, that, my friends, is rare.
My usual self-portrait
Our "official" team photo
Hangin' out waiting for our court assignments
Tired after two matches
My partner, Pam and I, also dubbed "The Twin Towers"
Husband, My dad, my mother-in-law and my babies came to see me on Mother's Day
Showing off my coveted champions towel
The gals in all our glory
Congratulations to the McGhee Tennis Center USTA 3.0 Adult Women State Champions! Looking forward to big things at Sectionals!
Winks & Smiles,
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