tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88960307965547798942024-03-05T09:14:01.091-08:00Breakfast for DinnerA Unique Balance of Food, Fitness and Fun!Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.comBlogger57125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-14299644137277057192013-07-23T06:49:00.001-07:002013-07-23T06:49:46.236-07:00The Cullen Wedding!Last weekend one of my best friends from college married her best friend, and I couldn't be happier for them! The wedding was absolutely perfect! The girls started primping at 7:30 am, with a hair and makeup team on-site. We also enjoyed a few mimosas and a homemade breakfast to boot! At noon the photgrapher arrived to start taking pictures of the little things ( jewelry, shoes, etc) and then the big kahuna- Katie getting into her princess attire! <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">MOH Tara and K Collins getting all dolled up!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Toby, Tara's pooch, enjoying the royal treatment!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">All our dresses!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Hair- back view</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Hair- Side view</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Katie!!!!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Peace signs and sunglasses- Katie's trademark moves!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our flowers! A beautiful mix of hydrangeas, and mini roses</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Katie and Knels</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Laughing about how much we're sweating I presume!</td></tr>
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After we were all dolled up we headed outside for more photos, and then off to the church. Slight mishap- the limo to the church was not air conditioned making the mile ride seem longer. We survived, and the ceremony was gorgeous! Following the ceremony we headed to Souther's Marsh Golf Course for a night of fun, friends, dinner, drinks and celebrating this lovely couple. Katie and Andrew also made a slide show of pictures from college that was so fun. I found myself sitting there and watching the years pass by. It was a welcomed addition, and I think it made people feel a bit more connected ;)</div>
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While at the wedding Katie and Andrew offered an open bar for beer and wne, as well as two signature drinks: John Daley's and Cape Codder's. Luckily for me, Katie and I adore Cape Codders, so I tried the John Daley which was simply delish, and I definitely had my fair share! </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Katie and MOH Dany</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Me and one of my oldest friends, Katie</td></tr>
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Cheers to Mr. and Mrs. Cullen! I can't wait for them to return for their Mexican fiesta Honeymoon!<br />
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Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-59113268533588512172013-07-09T04:54:00.002-07:002013-07-09T04:54:29.864-07:00Book Review: Distant Shores, By Kristen HannahGood Morning!<br />
It's the absent minded blogger here... As of tomorrow I have officially been out of school for two weeks. In some ways it feels like I could head back to room 501 tomorrow and in other ways it seems like I have been off for quite some time. Anyways, throughout the last two weeks I have had a Bachelorette party, and about 14 people either staying, eating or showering with us at the cape to ring in the 4th of July... Lets just say I should have pre-scheduled blog posts!<br />
Anyways, I did finish a novel I had lying around titled <i>Distant Shores</i>. My review is below with spoilers ( if you are interested in reading it stop here !)<br />
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<i> Distant Shores</i>, by Kristen Hannah starts off very similar to most of Hannah's novels: The main character, a woman, who is unhappy in her marriage and yearning for some "else" in her life. Elizabeth, or Birdie as they call her for sort, resides in a coastal suburban town in Washington state with her husband, a retired professional football player turned sports caster. Birdie and Jack, her husband, attended the University of Washington and fell in love after a brief stint of "tutoring". Birdie was a top student, and Jack not so much. The two of them hit it off big when they were young and married immediately after college. Jack was moved around a lot per order of his professional football career, leaving Elizabeth's dreams of obtaining a Masters in art a distant memory. Instead, the couple had two children, Stephanie and Jamie, and Birdie busied herself in their lives. Once in NY Jack was quarterback for the New York Jets and his knee gave out. This was a career ender for "Jumping Jack", sending him to a rehabilitation center, where he became addicted to prescribed pain medicine. Jack was at rock bottom, or so he thought and Elizabeth stood by him. She continued to stand by her man for the next 15 to 20 years as they bounced around to various small news stations because many of the bigger names refused to hire a man previously addicted to narcotics. After a brief visit to her father's southern home for Christmas, a big opportunity for Jack and a sudden tragedy Elizabeth is forced to reevaluate her life. She needed a change and with the help of her ailing father, picture perfect stepmother and best friend Meghan she found her niche for sure!<br />
The novel was not an all time favorite, but it was funny and heart warming at times. I would recommend this book to someone married with grown children, seeing as though it may touch the "empty nester" a bit more than it did my 27-year-old-self. All in all, a decent and quick read. I love how Hannah portrays and develops her characters; another reason why she's a favorite of mine. <br />
Happy Reading!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Jeanie<br />
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Read any good books lately?Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-68234271302386100702013-06-28T10:08:00.001-07:002013-06-28T10:08:24.794-07:00Survey Time...<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Jeanie<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" /></span></span>Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-8801961758291062792013-06-21T09:00:00.000-07:002013-06-21T09:00:07.146-07:00Army Wives Obsession...<br />
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The Thursday before Memorial Day Weekend I had strep throat and stayed home from school. I recovered quickly with the aide of a Z pak, however I started watching Army Wives via Xfinity Steampix while home. Lets just say this was a BAD plan! I have been beyond obsessed with the series ever since! In fact, when we decided to get Internet at the cape cottage, we discovered it was cheaper to "bundle" the two services together (cable and Internet). Comcast was also running a special for Streampix Free for 3 Months! Of course I signed up. Just what I need, to sit around inside while on beautiful Cape Cod!<br />
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For those unfamiliar with the Army Wives series, it essentially follows five or 6 friends, depending on the season, and all that happens between them and their significant others. They live in Fort Marshall, a fictional Army fort in North Carolina. The husbands and life partners of the featured five are often deployed, and the wives and husbands depend on one another for support, companionship and assurance that their loved ones will return. Each character is so different, and I just adore the way they connect with one another.<br />
My favorite for the first six seasons ( yes, I watched all six) is Roxy LeBlanc. Roxy was a single mother tending bar in Alabama when she met Trevor, while he was away on leave. After a short four days, Trevor proposed and they moved to Fort Marshall. Roxy is a true spitfire, both with how she dresses and what she says. In fact, in one of the first episodes she tried to get a stain out of her dress in the bathroom of an Army Ball. She is half naked at the bathroom sink in front of two officer's wives! She is humble, strong and kind. I also admire that even though most of the featured women don't work, she continues to tend bar and then buy her own bar .<br />
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Another favorite character is Denise Sherwood, a nurse and Mother of two. Denise is married to a stereotypical Army Gruff, and they face their differences and family sadness. Denise really grew on me as the seasons progressed. She is kind, gorgeous and smart. I also adore her fashion, or at least what she wears on the show.<br />
As you can see I am a bit OBSESSED with the show! I am at a turning point now because Streampix offers seasons 1-6, but I can't seem to find the beginning of season seven anywhere! I will continue my search on demand this evening, but I will be quite sad If I have to wait all summer!<br />
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If you are looking for a great new show, check it out!<br />
Ps.. Mark loved it too:)<br />
xoxo,<br />
Jeanie<br />
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<b> What TV shows are you really "into" right now?</b>Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-60485809807026201052013-06-21T08:34:00.000-07:002013-06-21T08:34:52.309-07:00Chloe & Isabel Pop-up ShopI have great news....especially if you have some big events this upcoming summer!<br />
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I am running a Chloe and Isabel Online Pop-Up Shop and you can join!<br />
My oldest friend, Lauren Goodman, recently became a Chloe and Isabel merchandiser and the company is beyond AWESOME! Since their start in 2011, Chloe and Isabel has received many awards from Business Insider such as, best start up for 2011 and 4th most innovative company in New York City, 2012. The have also been featured in almost every fashion magazine and on gilt.com. Although these accolades are fantastic, the reason I adore this company is because all their jewelry pieces are handcrafted, nickel free, lead safe and feature a lifetime guarantee! Seeing as though I break EVERYTHING, this lifetime guarantee business is ESSENTIAL!<br />
Anyways, the Pop-Up Shop runs until Monday 6/24. C&I offers a flat rate of $5.95 for all orders under $100, and FREE SHIPPING for all offers over $100. They are also offering a special 15% off all orders of $125 or more until June 24th! If interested in participating, comment below or send me an email at jeanegasson@gmail.com and I will invite you :)<br />
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Wondering about Chloe and Isabel?<br />
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"Happy Girls are the prettiest"~Audrey Hepburn<br />
Have a great day,<br />
xoxo,<br />
JeanieJeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-45227658466520587262013-06-20T06:29:00.001-07:002013-06-20T06:29:27.558-07:00It's the final countdown.... These are the final, bittersweet days all teachers can relate to. I say "bittersweet" with caution, seeing that it is mostly sweet; but a bitter road to get there! This year my district, as well as many others in the Northeast had to take many snow/ storm days to accommodate snow removal, power outages and hurricane Sandy. This means our slotted last day, Wednesday, June, 19th, was moved to Wednesday, June 26th to make up the time. It is the law that we need to be in school for 180 days, but lets just say these last few days are TORTURE for all involved!<br />
Regardless of the road to get there, I am VERY excited for summer, and the well-awaited time beyond the classroom. I look forward to summer to establish my own routine and hone in on my workouts. I am one of those people who prefer morning workouts, but my 7-2:30 schedule does not permit this from September to June. Now that summer is here, my schedule is MUCH more flexible, and I look forward to incorporating more of a variety and more time to my workout regime.<br />
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A few things to look forward to....<br />
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<b>Bikram Yoga Falmouth:</b><br />
I had never taken a yoga class as of last June, nor had I ever heard of Bikram Yoga. A friend of mine fell in love with a new studio in town, Bikram Yoga Falmouth. To top it off, they were offering a resident and new client special, making this a very affordable habit ( or in my case addiction!). I started and was instantly hooked! In fact, I was often choosing to attend a Bikram class over going for a run, and I adore morning summer runs! I bought an unlimited month-long pass and used is almost daily. I love the determination it takes to make it through the class, the mindfulness needed to achieve some of the poses and the euphoric feeling once the well-earned savasana comes my way! Although I had a great experience at Bikram Yoga Falmouth, I did not have the same experience at a studio closer to my winter home. I went a few times, and quickly realized it wasn't for me. I recently bought a ten class card to BYF to use over the last few weeks of school. I was instantly drawn back in. Although I am rusty at most of the 26 positions, I am eager to improve. Bikram is a mind game for me, similar to running. I need to work on my own athletic confidence, and I think this is the perfect place!<br />
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<b>SUP:</b><br />
Stand up paddle boarding is something Mark and I have been very interested in, since we saw it while traveling in the BVI. For those of you who have never seen it, it is essentially a long board that you stand on with a paddle. Stand up Paddle Boarding or SUP requires balance, core strength and muscular legs; making it an excellent workout! It is also fun and cool on a hot day. Last year Mark bought me an inflatable board to practice on. I am sure it is not the "best of the best", but it is great for learning. It is also lightweight so I can easily carry it down to the beach by myself. This week I bought a living social deal to take a lesson in Buttermilk Bay (Bourne, Ma), to ensure my technique is correct before I start practicing on my own. I am looking forward to a new athletic hobby, and perhaps even something Mark and I could do together.<br />
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<b>Training for the Falmouth Road Race:</b><br />
This is the first year I am running the Falmouth Road Race as "myself" in a really long time. Yes I will admit I have broken the rules in past years and run as an "alias", but this year I am in! For those not familiar with the race, it is a seven mile run that follows the coastline from Woods Hole to Falmouth Heights. The race is crowded and hot, but attracts QUITE the crowd! It is a family tradition for many people to watch the runners, barbecue, drink and cheer even if they do not have anyone they know running! The streets are closed for the majority of the morning, and the seven mile costal jaunt attracts over 10,000 runners. In order to organize the runners thought the narrow roads, especially in Woods Hole, they separate you into corrals and stagger the start time. The wheelchair and elite runners go first, and then they sort of organize the rest of us accordingly. I think coral two may be by time, but after that it may just be by signup time.<br />
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Mark and I were in coral five last year, the second to group to start. We crossed the starting line with almost 19 minutes already on the clock! The race was wet (it had rained that morning), and crowded, but we made decent time. We ran it in 1 hr and 6 minutes. This past fall we ran the same route in the Falmouth in the Fall Race in 59:58. I would like to run closer to an hour this summer, so I am excited to start training on the actual route. <br />
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Hope you all stay cool today!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Jeanie<br />
(Disclaimer**** These thoughts are my own. I was not paid by any of the above companies to write this post)<br />
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<b>Question of the day: What exercise plans do you have for this summer?</b><br />
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<b>Websites you may be interested in:</b><br />
<b><a href="http://bikramyogafalmouth.com/">Bikram Yoga Falmouth's Webpage</a></b><br />
<a href="http://falmouthroadrace.com/">The Falmouth Road Race Webpage</a>Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-68278502257040404402013-06-07T09:02:00.001-07:002013-06-07T09:02:38.040-07:00Dunkin’ toasts National Donut Day For those of you who know me... Donuts are my ultimate weakness. I have loved them to the core (haha) since I was a little girl, and I fight the urge to buy one whenever I am at a coffee shop. I celebrated in style today with a butter crunch donut. It wasn't as great as usual, so I ate half and threw the rest away.<br />
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</div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">On the docket for the weekend...</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Tomorrow Mark and I are running in the Flag Day 5K in Falmouth, Ma. This is a fun, out and back race in Falmouth Heights. The 3.1 mile jaunt takes you past Falmouth Heights Beach. This has potential to be very scenic, however tomorrow will be a different story with the predicted rain. Oh well, the race will still be fun.They also posted the T-shirt design on their website... score!</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Besides the race, I'm sure I will be playing with this sandy mutt all weekend. A little rain never slows him down!</span></div><br />
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Sites you may be interested in:<br />
<a href="http://www.boston.com/businessupdates/2013/06/07/dunkin-toasts-national-donut-day/Y4Fo7A19CpOc34wVa19qAJ/story.html">Dunkin’ toasts National Donut Day</a>Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-5382354387813914742013-05-26T04:27:00.001-07:002013-05-26T04:27:53.611-07:00I'm Back!Good Morning (although it is lunch time here at school)!!<br />
I have been the absent-minded blogger for far too long! Sometimes, life just gets in the way of this blog. As much as I love to blog and express my findings about health, wellness, life and exercise, I have MANY obligations at schools that need to take priority. This was a tough pill to swallow at first, simply because I would much rather blog here than grade 100 6th grade papers; however this is the reality.<br />
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<b>What I've been up to..</b>.<br />
<b>Boston Brain Tumor Ride:</b><br />
The last few weeks have been jam-packed with fundraising events for last weekend's Boston Brain Tumor Ride. As many of you already know, I rode in the BBR for my friend and colleague Sarah, who had a brain tumor removed and underwent radiation last winter/spring. Our team, the Riders Rohan, rode in the BBR last spring, and regrouped again this year to participate in this challenging and inspiring event.<br />
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Last year we raised over $40,000, which was a tough sum to beat! Although we utilized creative and fun fundraising opportunities this year, we fell short of our previous total by about 20k; however we did raise over $23,000! Speaking of creative fundraising options, I recently organized a walk at our middle school to support this cause. We had about 50 students participate, requiring a $5 donation to walk. Many families were overly generous, donating as much as $50 to the National Brain Tumor Society! The walk was a blast for the kids and teachers alike, and I will definitely do this again. <br />
The ride itself was much more enjoyable this year. Last year I was injured for the New Bedford Half Marathon and ironically bike riding and swimming were the prescribed activities for my injury. Since it was all I could do, I trained for the 50 mile ride on my fitness bike! This was tough to say the least, and many times throughout the ride I wanted to stop. I finished in just under 4 hrs (way too much time on a bike). This year I rode 25 miles with a group of friends. We took it slow, had a blast and chatted the entire way. This was much more up my alley, seeing that bike ride in simply not my favorite. My friend Stephanie was also there cheering us on. Her Husband rode on our team and represented the two of them since she is pregnant. It was GEAT to see both of them as well!<br />
<b>Coaching Track</b>:<br />
I mentioned this is a few of my previous posts, but I'm coaching middle school track for the third year at my school. The position is requiring more and more each year, making it the pay dwidle a bit. Teachers don't do these extra things just for the money, beacuse it never nets out to being worth it. On the other hand, I love meeting new kids and seeing old students in a different light. I love seeing team players and great sportsmanship. Our last meet is tomorrow and I am embarrassed to say I'm relieved. The meets let out quite late and it is tough to get home at 8pm! It also has been a communication nightmare getting our METCO ( students who live in Boston and are bussed to my school) home via van or bus. <br />
<b>Cape house:</b><br />
I have also been spending some time at our cape cottage in preparation for this weekend. We had to mow the lawn, do some laundry and purchase some staple food items. Hopefully we do not have a HUGE crowd because that always stresses me out big time! Don't get me wrong, I love seeing friends and family, but there are limits to how many humans fit in a 650 square foot cottage! Our friends Ashley and Kelly are coming from NYC and I am pumped to see them.<br />
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Kelly has been writing her thesis all spring and has been a bit MIA, understandably. I havent seen Ashley since our March trip to Vegas, so it will be good to reconnect with them.<br />
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<b>Things to come..</b>.<br />
On the docket for next week is our 3 night 4 day camping trip with the kiddos to camp Bournedale in Plymouth, MA. This is one of my favorite weeks of teaching because it is so refreshing to spend time outside with children, and see students' skill sets that are far beyond the classroom. I will also have the opportunity to spend time with kids that are not on my team of 90. Very cool.<br />
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<b>Memorial day 5K in OB:</b><br />
Each year Hospice of Martha's Vineyard puts on a memorial day 5K to benefit Hospice services on the island. I have missed running in this for the past two years, and decided this is my year! Mark, Ashley and I signed up. I just hope the weather is run-able!<br />
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Great to be back! <br />
xo,<br />
Jeanie<br />
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<b>Question for the day: Does anyone have any "rockstar" plans for this weekend?</b><br />
<br />Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-13282620643934977222013-05-13T06:38:00.001-07:002013-05-13T06:38:13.879-07:00Mother's Day Preparation and Birthday Parties GALORE!
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track meet was cancelled today (Friday).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am sad
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case.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Meanwhile, my brother was grabbing
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easier.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is a BIG Mother’s day gift,
and we do not typically do gifts<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>this
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surround the chicken.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This meal is easy,
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of year for many couples because I am noticing an influx of Birthday coming
about.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The week alone 19 children on my
team are celebrating a birthday, not to mention we are invited to a few family
birthday parties this weekend.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lots of
gifts and cake- I can’t wait!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>On Friday we celebrated a Students birthday
at school with a little lunch group and cupcakes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This student, who shall remain nameless, has
ASD and<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>has made some significant gains
this year.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He was so excited about his
birthday, that a party was in order for sure!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>He invited a few special requested guests, and we filled in the rest.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The party , on the whole, was a breath of fresh air.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The kids interacted well
together, and it was great to see an age appropriate birthday party accessible to
all!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A big success!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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I attended my grandfather’s girlfriend’s 70<sup>th</sup> birthday party ( what a
mouthful).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My gramp and his girlfriend,
Naidene, have been dating for what seems like forever (10 years, maybe longer?)
, so we are very familiar with her and her family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The party was fun and the food was
GREAT.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The buffet dinner featured prime
rib, baked stuffed shrimp, Chicken, salad, fresh rolls, steamed veggies and
potatoes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>YUM!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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some family we don’t see that often.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>See
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<!--EndFragment-->Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-76349470580544313212013-05-07T07:38:00.000-07:002013-05-06T07:39:13.981-07:00Falling off the wagon.... I am ashamed to say that I have fallen off the wagon a bit.... I am as guilty as the next girl when I say that:<br />
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<li> I was busy working late</li>
<li>I made bad food choices.</li>
<li> I failed to exercise</li>
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Thinking about this list of excuses angers me. It also reminds me of that hilarious health insurance commercial from a few years ago about the couple who makes countless excuses to not work out, such as: I lost my hair elastic etc...(see above) Anyways, some changes need to be made. When I say this I need to realistic in the fact that I by no means " let myself go", I more so hit a bump in the road and need to find smoother terrain in order to "feel" good.<br />
<b> My plan is as follows:</b><br />
<b>Schedule more workouts mid-week and over the weekend:</b><br />
I currently schedule in my mid-week workouts to ensure I do them. They happen on Tuesdays and Thursdays and one other "flex" day. Since the weekends are getting increasingly busy with weddings, showers, graduations etc, I need to start doing the same for the weekend workouts. I could start by evaluating the day and the commitments I have made, and then figure out where and when would be a good time to workout. Easier said than done, I know; but it is essential to feeling good.<br />
My mid-week workout obstacle is currently track. I coach middle school track Mondays, Wednesday and Tuesdays until 4pm and then I drive home. I get home around 5pm most nights and am exhausted. I know many of you reading from corporate America are laughing at me, but yes teachers get very tired at night, and we are partially spoiled. In my defense (not that I deserve it), I leave the house at 6:15 each morning and each lunch by 11:20 most days. I think both of these impact my night time lethargy. This and the enormous amount of grading I need to do each night. On the whole, none of this matters. I need to figure this out in order to feel my best!<br />
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This portion of my plan is well underway. Yesterday I went grocery shopping and bought and prepped many items for this week. In fact, I believe our menu will look something like this:<br />
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<li> lean steak tipis already marinating in balsalmic low sodium marinade, served with veggies ( broccoli)</li>
<li>Store made white meat turkey burgers. Mine is pepper and onion and Mark's has cheese and turkey bacon blended in. YUM! These will be served on Joseph's flax buns with homemade sweet potato fries. ( I won't eat the bun, but Mark loves the bun)</li>
<li>Fajitas with peppers ( red and green) and flax wraps</li>
<li>Bison burgers</li>
<li>Salmon in a honey ginger glaze</li>
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Tons of options, as you can see, so I have no excuses this week!<br />
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<b>Food/ exercise Journaling:</b><br />
I have mixed emotions on the food journals. I find I get obsessed with them, so I typically start using them and then stop. Beside the obsession, they do keep me honest; so I am back to writing down my foods along with my workouts.<br />
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Phew... feels good to plan this out. <br />
Have a great week!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Jeanie<br />
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<b>Question of the day: How do you get yourself back on track?</b><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">ps.. HAPPY TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK TO ALL MY TEACHER READERS!!!</span></b>Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-24916389708583250962013-05-06T07:09:00.001-07:002013-05-06T16:12:52.117-07:00Katie's Shower and eating more than you can stand...Yesterday was Katie's shower and a GORGEOUS day to celebrate a GORGEOUS girl on the Plymouth waterfront! The fellow bridesmaids and I gathered at Issac's in Plymouth around 9am to set up the function room with the centerpieces, cupcakes and cookies we created with Katie in mind. We originally wanted to display our cupcakes on tiers, but the ones we purchased were a but flimsy, so we went to plan B.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I love the way they look organized on this table. I am not biased at all ( considering I did it) hah!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Centerpieces made by the very Crafty Jenn</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cookies look and taste great, Kaitlyn!</td></tr>
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Katie arrived shortly after her guests in a stunning Lilly Pulitzer dress. Since she knew about the shower, she had the opportunity to look, well good! I always feel terrible for the brides that arrive to the shower in gym clothes and make-up form the night before. Talk about horrible to feel a mess in front ( literally for hours) of everyone you know! I am not a huge make-up gal anyways, but it is always nice to at least appear clean!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Katie and Andrew ( her fiance)</td></tr>
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After a few hellos, the food was ready on the buffet. We had a brunch composed of fresh fruit and pastries, scrambled eggs, the most divine au gratin potatoes, eggs Benedict, breakfast meats, chicken and rice and pasta in a cream sauce. The food was delicious and it is rather embarrassing how much I ate! In fact, I went up to the buffet twice and had a puzzle piece cookie before the real meal!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The De-Lux croc pot from Amanda. Notice how it is as big as Tara!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jenn is so great at crafts!</td></tr>
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After finishing off both my plates and two mimosas, I feasted on a cupcake and felt like I could explode. Why, oh, why do I do this to myself at parties?!?!<br />
After the gifts were all opened, we took a few last pics of the bridals party etc and started hauling all the gadgets to the car. The day was a big success on the whole, minus my gluttony of course!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kristin, Danyelle, Amanda, Katie, Tara, Kaitlyn, Me and Jenn. Note to self... I need to wear heals with these leggy beauties!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Literally hauling the gifts via two wheeler to the cars. She made out like a bandit!<br />
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Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-77361441330551466862013-05-01T15:03:00.003-07:002013-05-01T15:03:47.657-07:00Jeanie's Fab FiveGood Afternoon!<br />
Sorry I have been a mystery blogger for the last couple days. This time of the year always proves to be a busy one, and this year is living up to history for sure! I titled this post "Jeanie's Fab Five" to share some Fabulous events, milestones and other exciting things that have occurred over the few days I've been away. Translation- I'm getting you in the know!<br />
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<b>1) Brain Tumor Benefit at the Turnpike:</b><br />
Last Saturday marked the Riders for Rohan's first (and hopefully annual) benefit event. The night consisted of various raffles, a silent auction, some food, live music and inexpensive and thirst-quenching drinks (haha). Our turn out was truly remarkable, and we raised a total of $7000 for the National Brain Tumor Society!! I couldn't be more thrilled with the turn out, the large amount of money raised and the teamwork that went into planning for this event! I am also so thankful for my friends and family who donated items, attended, or assisted in making this night so .... EPIC!!!<br />
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Specifically my oldest friend, Lauren Goodman, got a babysitter and attended. Lauren lost her grandmother to brain cancer and has always been very supportive of my efforts. Although we don't see each other that often, when we do it is like we are still 10 years old again and diving for crabs down the cape! We had a ball dancing and singing along to a few country cover songs, and she was even lucky enough to win a massage raffle item! <br />
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I was also so happy to see my best friend, Katie and her fiance Andrew, my brother Will, Mark and my old friend Tim. Tim and I went to high school together, and participated in many events at our church. Although we talk all the time using social media and text messaging, we have not been face to face in years, and it was great to reconnect. <br />
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Thanks so much for coming!<br />
<b>2) Brain Tumor Breakfast and the Start of Brain Tumor Awareness Month at School:</b><br />
Right after Sarah's surgery I had "Grey Matters" bracelets made to raise funds and show support among the school community. The bracelets were a HUGE success, and an integral part of my fundraising last year. We decided to get them made again this year, with a slightly different, neon green color scheme.<br />
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Today, May 1st, was our first day of sales at all three school lunches. To begin Brain Tumor Awareness Month with a bang, Sarah and I also hosted a breakfast for the faculty this morning. A bang is an understatement, because we raised a total of $214.75 between the bracelets and the breakfast... in one day!! I am so overwhelmed by everyone's support and generosity. Not to mention, the breakfast was delicious. I made a french toast casserole that is by no means healthy, but it sure is good! I will post the recipe soon.<br />
<b>3) Middle School Track</b><br />
Last week, marked the start of a busy, but fun season: middle school track. The past three years I have coached the middle school track program. It is great to see your students in a more physical light, but it definitely affects my own workout regime! Since track began, my cardio has been dwindling; but I determined to get back on track! All in all, I love seeing past students, and meeting new kids while at track. It is also rewarding to see kids trying something new, and perhaps something they will stick with for life.<br />
<b>4) Katie's Shower:</b><br />
The plans are well underway for Katie's shower this weekend. I am so excited to see her in her gorgeous Lilly dress, and spend time with girls I have not seen in years. I am also very excited that my blue shift dress (seen above in benefit photos), which was spilled on at the benefit, is now stainless! I worked some Pinterest magic on the stain, and it is no longer. SCORE! I will not say much more about the shower, because Katie often reads my blog, but it will be very fun, creative and up her alley!<br />
<b>5) Professional Status:</b><br />
The last of the fab five items is VERY close to my heart. Today, May 1st 2013, I received professional status at my school. For those of you unfamiliar with public education, teachers work their first three years as non-professional teachers or "not tenured". After three years of positive observations, work ethic and overall performance, you can achieve professional status. Since I have been teaching for six years, I have come close to tenure before, while teaching at my past district; but was laid off and forced to find a new placement before the three years and one day time period. This means I had to start over. I am so thrilled to be considered a "professional" teacher, even though I know I am far from that. I learn something new from my students and colleagues every day, and that is one perk of my job. I want to publicly thanks all my fellow teacher friends for helping me in some way, shape, or form to get to this place. I would not be the teacher I am today without all of you. So, THANKS!!!!<br />
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As you can see this week has been BUSY. OH I almost forgot, I also wrote a guest post for a blog I love to read, Southern Belle Living Well. The blogger, Avery, is a high school student with amazing writing skills, maturity and a fantastic head on her shoulders. She too was having a busy week and was seeking guest posts. I volunteered and my piece on "perfect pack-ables" will be on her blog soon, so stay tuned!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Jeanie<br />
<b>ps. What's the "fab five" for you week thus far? </b><br />
<br />Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-72203594801182673602013-04-25T16:51:00.000-07:002013-04-26T06:09:24.452-07:00A day in Negril, Jamaica<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I want to
start this post by saying .. if you have not been to Seven Mile Beach YOU MUST
GO!!! I am not a conosuir by any extent, but I have traveled all over the Caribbean, and this was the prettiest most happening beach I have been to!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span> The cab ride from Mo Bay took<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>a bit over an hour.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The driver first quoted us $180 USD,
but after the week went on we got the trip for $120.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I love bargaining in Jamaica!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our driver acted as a tour guide as he took us toward the
west coast of the island.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We
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has<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>14 Parishes and each city has
a parish.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These Parishes<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>run off donations and offer “kindegarten”
for children ages 3 to 5 for a small fee.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>-We also learned that Jamaica has not welfare system or housing
assistance, so people MUST work.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Many people who do not have work or full time work are forced to pedal
goods in their time off.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Because
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After arriving
in Negril we saw a series of American looking hotels (large and luxurious) as
well as some smaller, more Caribbean styled, hotels.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I love stying in smaller paces like that, but not during my
first time in a country.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We got
dropped off in Margaritaville Negrill, which was perfect.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They have chairs and security that
watches your items for a small tip.You do not need to eat or drink there, but it is of course suggested.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The chairs were located
at a great spot on the beach, so we set up shop and started walking.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We walked for a solid hour and passed
by all types of resorts, smaller hotels, shops, bars and restaurant.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The beach was truly pristine, and one
of the better beaches I ave ever been to.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Mark and I walked and walked and grabbed a few drinks at
Margaritaville<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and headed into the
water.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The water was so clear and
the sand very smooth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was in
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Largest Sting Ray I have ever seen in nature, about 3.5 feet across. He was just hanging out while I swam!</td></tr>
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This was a small hotel with a bar built around a tree and into the ocean. Talk about "on" the water dining!<br />
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Rick’s is a
must-see if headed to Jamaica any time soon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is a restaurant built into a 35 foot jumping cliff.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The restaurant boasts great views of the west end of Jamaica, as well as a top notch sunset spot.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Unfortunately the clouds did not nullified the views and sunset we were promised, but I’m sure they would’ve been
incredible.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As for the jumping,
Mark jumped and I did not!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Jumping
from a platform surrounded by jagged rock is not for me; although I know I
should have because there are no guarantees I will have the opportunity
again.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Oh well! </div>
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On the whole this day was PERFECT and I would recommend
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m blogging
from 35,000 feet, and it feels great!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Of course this won’t be posted until later tonight when my normal Internet
service resumes, but it still feels good.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>As much as I love vacation, it is also good to return to the comforts of
routine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yesterday was
a bittersweet day, like most last days of vacation tend to be.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Although I am so thankful for our law
enforcement officials for finding both marathon bombing suspects and holding
one in custody, it was a difficult week to be away from the ones you love.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Many of my friends and family live
right in Boston, as Mark and I did when we were younger (Mark full-time me a
frequent visitor).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I wanted to
ensure that everybody, especially those who were close to me were safe and
sound.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As gorgeous as Jamaica was,
you couldn’t avoid the story.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>CNN,
other resort guests, cab drivers and local people alike were talking about it,
and sharing their versions; while the whole time I longed to be back in my
city with my loved ones and friends.</div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We were determined
to “pass the time” yesterday, although the weather wasn’t always
cooperative.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Mark played a few
rounds of beach volleyball, his primary exercise for the week.I tried to read, listen to music, take
walks, talk to others etc.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We
grabbed lunch around 12:30 and soon after the rain came.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We played cards to pass the time, and
eventually packed up our stuff and became instantly glued to CNN.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Although the newscasts were repetitive
and at some points ridiculous, it was comforting to see our city on tv, and to
know that progress was being made.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Right
before dinner we discovered the second suspect had been found and was in police
custody.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It felt like a boulder
had bee lifted from my chest!We
went to dinner eagerly!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I dined on
a grilled salmon dish served over steamed baby spinach and mixed veggies.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The fish was great, as were the cold
and hot appetizer options.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Mark
and I decided to celebrate our last night of vacation by taking a plate of
desserts up to the room and<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>eating
them, while watching a movie.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We
dined on German Chocolate Cake, Fruit Tart and Chocolate Cake Balls while
watching …… A sweet ending to a blissful vacation!</div>
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Our flight was delayed an hour, and I passed the time
grading the massive stack of papers I didn’t touch the entire trip (total
teacher downfall).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We also met up
with a family we met on the trip over.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>They reside in Falmouth, the town we spend our summers and where my
parents live.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was great to have
a few other humans to talk to considering Mark’s flight anxieties!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sometimes the more talking he does, the
less he realizes what’s to come.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Since Jamaica is behind 1 hr to Boston, the flight is only slotted to be
3.5 hours or so, which is perfect for Mark’s nerves, and my patience!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>On the docket
for the rest of the weekend… Tomorrow is Tucker’s SECOND BIRTHDAY!!!!!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am very excited to see and
celebrate with my big boy when I get home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is hard to Imagine that it has been almost two years
since we picked him up from the breeder<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Wingdings;">.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We plan to take him for a long swim, his
favorite thing to do.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I also got a
recipe for a dog cake fro a student of mine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The cake calls for wheat free flour, peanut butter, bananas and
carrots.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I know he will love
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> xoxo,</span></div>
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I am reaching out to my Massachusetts blog followers today, in hopes that you folks will be interested in supporting my Grey Matters Campaign this weekend.<br />
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This Saturday 4/27 the Riders for Rohan are hosting a benefit night at The Turnpike Cafe in Canton, Ma. The benefit night runs from 6pm until whenever and will offer live music, light food items, fantastic raffle and silent auction opportunities and a boatload of fun! More importantly, all proceeds from the event will go directly to the National Brain Tumor Society, providing necessary funds for research and support for people affected.<br />
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Some of the FABULOUS prizes you could win in our raffle/ silent auction include....<br />
-Restaurant gift cards for area restaurants like The Halfway Cafe, Rick's Cafe, J.P. Licks, The Flying Bridge, Pasta Bene and many more!<br />
- 2 White water rafting passes for Northern Outdoors in The Forks, ME (Kennebec river)<br />
- A $100 Camping giftcard for Normandy Camping Resort in Foxboro, Ma and some camping gear from Campnor<br />
-Free beer ever month for a YEAR!<br />
-Designer handbag/ clutch<br />
-Yoga passes<br />
-A taco party for 20 of your closest friends (via Qdoba)<br />
- Free burritos for a year @ Qdoba<br />
- Four hours of limo service and a gift card to a providence restaurant<br />
- Massage, salon(s), and skin care products and gift cards<br />
-Hand- Knit baby sweater and blanket<br />
-Golf club<br />
and many many more! Thanks so much to those who donated.<br />
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Come, have a drink and a bite, and enjoy the night with THE RIDERS FOR ROHAN!!!<br />
Thanks so much,<br />
xoxo<br />
Jeanie<br />
<br />Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-35967565536982542002013-04-19T16:02:00.002-07:002013-04-20T07:18:48.989-07:00 Catamaran Cruise to Doctor's Cave and Margaritaville<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our hotel
offers<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>motorized water sports for
a small fee.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>From day one, my Mom
was looking for a half day catamaran<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>snorkeling trip.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lucky for
us, the hotel offers one at a fair price, and since its Jamaica, the price
is<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>always negotiable!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> The afternoon cruise left, which was a perfect activity after a long day in the sun. Mark was eager to get on the water because he loves it, and he hates to sit still on the beach. However, I LOVE to sit and read; but usually I cave and play all kinds of activities with him!</span></div>
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We ended up going on the cruise which stopped
at the Doctor’s Cave beach reef and at Margaritaville Montego Bay.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Mark and I were in this area the day
before, but it was till fun to visit again.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have very few pictures from the boat ride itself, because
we had a wet ride!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The wind was
high and so wasn’t the surf.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This
made the ride damp and entertaining.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>In fact, it reminded me a lot of last April when Mark and I sailed the
BVI with friends.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Good times!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>While
snorkeling, we saw a bunch of small fish such as angel fish, tiger fish and few rainbow
and parrot fish.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These species
were not nearly as large as we have seen in other areas, but they were still
very fun to see and feed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After
about an hour of snorkeling, we headed over to Margaritaville.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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ate quickly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Mark and I were eager
to use the water toys we had seen the day before.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> After </span>eating we headed out there.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We decided to use the large inflatable slide, which looked
like fun.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We found out shortly
that it was fun, but hard work to get up to the top.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The inflatable mountain had rope rungs to put your arms and
feet in.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lots of upper body
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The boat ride
back was much smoother and less crowded.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Many of the girls we went with had a dance party on the back, which
allotted for MUCH more room on the front for viewing the sunset from the
sea.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was a LOVELY night.</div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The boat trip
tired us out so much we grabbed a light dinner and headed to bed before
nine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Losers I know!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A few drinks in the sun really takes a
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xoxo,</div>
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Jeanie</div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> As I previously mentioned, </span>Mark and I went
Deep Sea Fishing on Monday and it was incredible to be out on the open water,
Caribbean style! The boat, a 37’ Luhrs, departed from Doctor’s Cave Beach, a
gorgeous , crystal clear beach in the heart of Montego<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bay.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The beach is well-known for its clear water, because it is
mineral water mixed with the salt water of the Caribbean Sea.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is said to be one of the top 10
beaches in the world.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Very cool.<br />
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We were picked
up at 7:45 and headed right over to the docks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was cool seeing all the school kids in their uniforms
wating for the bus.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Here in
Jamaica, many kids go to school in sessions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Session one is from 7:30 to 12 and session 2 is from 1:00 to 3:30.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is also a charge for education
here, because you need to buy uniforms and books.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Very interesting.</div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our
captain informed us that we did not need to travel<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>for hours, like we do at home, to catch the largest
fish.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In Jamaica, there is a
trench called the “Caribbean Trench” that drops the sea floor from 1000 feet to
u to 12,000 about 8 minutes after the shoreline. This is quick considering we’d
be driving for hours off the Cape!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The long and short of it is, we didn’t catch any fish; but we had an
absolute ball and got to see the Jamaican coastline from the ocean.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We are happy we did it.<br />
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> A</span>fter fishing,
we headed over the Margaritaville for Lunch and<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>drinks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
ordered a grilled chicken sandwich, which was very good!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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After lunch we headed back to meet up with
my mom, and veg out by the pool/ beach for the second half of the day. Mark also took out the Hobie Cat, a small catamaran. The hotel includes non-motorized water-sports in the all inclusive package, so I have a feeling these hobie cat trips will be daily!. Mark likes to sail on Hobies, and did so in Mexico as well. Since our hotel is protected by a large reef and private island (owned by Sandals Montego Bay) there is some wind, but not a tremendous amount of wake; just perfect for sailing these smaller boats. Mark had a ball out there, and I joined him for a second ride.</div>
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The Mo Bay Steakhouse was
lovely, or at least I thought so.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>My Mom and Mark both ordered the land and sea skewers and thought they
were “okay”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>However, I
ordered a filet of sea bass served with seasonal veggies and LOVED every last bite!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The meal was also served
with a plated appetizer of tempura veggies, which I had never tried
before.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They were good, and rather
sinful!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Earlier in the
day, The three of us watched a destination wedding take place, and the
reception happened to be at the steakhouse.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was heartwarming to see the bride and groom with their
families and friends.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The ceremony
was also very island-esque, with tropical and bright flowers, loose flowing dresses, and the beach on the horizon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We have talked to and seen a few destination
weddings since we have been here.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I guess I have mixed views.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I would love to go away with my family and friends and have a simple and fun wedding, but I feel horrible about the associated costs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not to mention, what if important
people in your life don’t have the means or time off to attend?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Food for thought I guess, but I sure do
love the laid back, island vibe! </div>
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night wrapped up at the sports bar again for a gin rummy tournament.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Mark and I always play while on
vacation, and we are trying to get my Mom into<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the game.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This
time Mark won, but we were neck and neck for a while.</div>
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to normal (always happens to me on vacation), but the front desk said the gym
didn’t open until 8.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
headed down there around 8, to find a jam-packed gym.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Oh well!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I ran
for about 20 minutes, and the treadmill stopped.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I eventually found out that they overheat after 20 minutes
of use, so I just ran for time in two 20 minutes sessions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not too shabby!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My whole workout was as follows:</div>
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running for time ( the pace was in kilometers, but I assume it was sub 8:30)</div>
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Abs and Arm Circuit (repeat twice)</div>
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buffet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This place has<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>a little something for everyone,
especially at breakfast.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
compiled a yogurt bowl consisting of fresh cut melons, walnuts, almonds, plain
yogurt and a bit of granola.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
also had a half slice of French toast afterward, which was the perfect sweet
ending.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The three of us spent the
day relaxing at the beach and the pool.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> My mom did water aerobics which looked like fun, but tough to do in a bandeau bathing suit with an A cup (TMI, I know)! </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Swim up bar and bar tables right in the pool!</td></tr>
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staple pizza and salad.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The pizza
here is made on a thin crust shell, which I prefer over deeper dish or
thick-crusted pizza.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lunch also
has a vast variety of options ranging from hot entrees, cold cheeses and
yogurts, pizza, grilled items and pressed sandwiches.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Manja!</div>
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<b>Question of the day: Have you ever attended a destination wedding? What was your experience like?</b></div>
<!--EndFragment-->Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-13791290443303451002013-04-19T04:56:00.003-07:002013-04-19T04:56:33.797-07:00Boston..again I write again, a second time this week, to pay tribute to my city, my part-time home for a few years, and ultimately to the state of Massachusetts. Before my Mom departed Jamaica, our April vacation island home, she made a great point. She said she was afraid to come here to the island, to travel alone and at night, but after the recent happenings in our own fearless city, one can never be so sure. <br />
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All I know is this: hold you family, children, pets and friends close today simply because they are with you and unharmed. Pray for those who were affected on Monday, and for the the injured police officer and his family affected again last night. We must unite as a human race to fight off violence of all kinds, especially violent episodes at undeserving as this those of this past week. <br />
I am in some ways thankful that I am not in school this week. Although I would love to see each and everyone one of my students and colleagues to ensure that they are safe and well, I'm not sure how I would do with their innocent, relevant questions. <br />
How would I ease their anxieties? In a place where I preach acceptance, kindness and equality for all. How would I defend my views now? How would I field questions from close to 90 eleven and twelve year olds regarding the recent attacks on Boston, their home cite as well ? How could I tell them that it is okay to be angry, sad, hopeful, but to sit and wait for justice to take its course? Will it take it's course?<br />
I guess these are answers I will never know.<br />
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xoxo,<div>
Jeanie<br /><br /></div>
Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-17355383602485458672013-04-15T15:55:00.001-07:002013-04-15T15:55:48.403-07:00Boston... My thoughts, sympathies and prayers for those affected by the Boston Marathon Bombings earlier today... for the runners, marathon volunteers and officials, first responders and spectators... I hope you are okay.<br />
To my family and friends watching and running the race: I have never been so happy to pay for international phone charges!! Keep texting when you can!<br />
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To the runners who have trained for the past 6 months or so: I hope you finished. You deserved to finish. Your hard work and training did not go unnoticed. <br />
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To those hurt: I am so truly sorry for your pain.<br />
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relatively speechless,<br />
JeanieJeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-75124017923492010362013-04-14T15:38:00.000-07:002013-04-14T15:38:55.625-07:00Travel Day and Our First day in "Mo Bay"<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Travel days
are always stressful, but the good kind of stress where this a sunny bright
light at the end of the tunnel!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Make and I awoke at 4:45 to shower, fine tune our packing, and head to
the airport.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My mom met us at
5:30, and we were quickly on our way; leaving<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>our cute fur ball behind ;(<br />
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Last night, Mark and I had dinner and drinks with Katie and Andrew, and Katie graciously
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</span>Typically, we drive in and leave a car, so we can head right home after
the trip; but Katie’s taxi service saved us over $200!!!! .. Score more $$ for fun
in Jamaica.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Last night was also
super fun.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We ventured off to a
bar that Katie and I frequented in college, but has since changed
ownership.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Emmas’s downtown is
pretty basic, but we brought the party by playing keno, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>picking all the juke box songs, and
enjoying the inexpensive draft brewskis!</div>
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the airport was quick and painless, and then the lines began.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Being a teacher for the past six years
has taught me many things, and getting to your travel spot early on school vacation
week is one of them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We let<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>two full ours before our flight of
“wiggle room” and walked up to the gate ten minutes before our scheduled boarding time!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was crazy how
long the lines were, and how many people were headed off to fun vacations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Surprisingly, I didn’t run into a any
of my students, but my mom did run into one of the doctors that works for the same hospital group as she does.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Small world!</div>
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Arrival and check in were relatively seamless, although were were hungry and eager to get in that sun! My mom and I had lunch while Mark finagled his way into rooms in the same building and nightly dinner reservations. Lunch was a bit hodge podge yesterday, I will be honest. I was VERY eager to get to the beach or by the pool, but I knew I should eat lunch. This created a sort of off variety on my plate. I tried a bit of the jerk chicken everyone has been raving about. It reminds me a lot of barbecue , and I was excited to see they had white breast chicken as well as chicken on the bone. It is also served with a spoonful of seasoned brown rice and beans. I also dappled with some cut fruit, which was exquisite. The melons, both cantaloupe and honey dew, are perfectly ripe. Mark had some fries that I tried a few of, as well as some guacamole and homemade salsa. On the whole, these are more a series of snacks, but it did the trick. Sorry for the lack of photo; I was at my whits end at this point: GET ME IN THE SUN!. <br />
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We sent the rest of the afternoon in the sun by the beach and by the pool. The pool has these great chairs that are made of mosaic tiles inside the water, which I'm sure I will frequent daily! They RIU Montego Bay also boasts a great pool bar area, and they are correct! The pool bar not only has bar stools in the water, but also bar tables with benches and stools that surround the bar. Each little cubby, as my mom has been referring to them as, has jets to massage your back while you sit, drink and soak in the rays. SCORE!<br />
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We were slotted to have dinner at the Mo Bay Steakhouse last night, one of the on-site restaurants. Before we headed over for our 7:30 reservation, Mark and I tried to get a feel for the place. We talked to some locals about our trip to Seven Mile Beach, and finalized plans for our fishing charter. We also checked out the gym and sports bar. <br />
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I am so impressed with both! The sports bar has many TVs , snacks pools tables, video games and they host bingo every night at 6. The gym was also a gem, and one of the better gyms I have seen in a caribbean hotel. I am actually off to use the gym now and get ready for our first full day here. </div>
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Now.... if only I could get through this day. Days like these, the day before vacation that is, are tough for kids. Many children enjoy the structure and safely of the school routine and don't want to head home for an entire week. This often causes meltdowns, behavior problems, lashing out, tears, drama etc. Today is especially sad for my students because a member of our team is moving across the country. Our section had a party with mini bagels and made her a nice card. In the past I would bake for my kiddos, but since the new health and wellness policy forbids this, we had a whole wheat mini bagel party with light cream cheese. It's not that I disagree with the policy, I just feel that moderation should be taught alongside healthy vs unhealthy.</div>
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On to Jamaica.... I am getting ecstatic about our trip. Thus far, Mark and I will partake in a deep sea fishing charter on Monday. It starts at 6:30 am, but I am excited. Mark loves to fish, and this will be a nice opportunity the nature that the island has to offer. The captain has caught many wahoo and yellow fin tuna this week, so I hope we are just as lucky on our venture. They also see dolphins on a regular basis, another observation I long to see in the wild.</div>
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We are also planning on visiting 7 mile beach in Negril. We don't have nay plans for this day, just that we want to do it. The pictures on Trip Advisor totally rock, so I think it will be worth the cab fare.</div>
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The only things making me sad about the trip is Tucker. I WISH we could bring him everywhere with us, Jamaica included. I know that isn't a reality. Tuck will be spending the week at his dog daycare. I packed up his food last night and bought him some extra special Bully Sticks for snacking. I will miss him terribly while we are gone ;( But, we will make it up to him next Sunday for is fabulous 2nd birthday celebration!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Upcoming blog posts... Other than my trip to Jamaica, I am also working on a Sunday Survey Series to get to know the blogger and readers, as well as some healthy, affordable and convenient lunch post series. Stay tuned!</div>
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<b>Question of the day: Do you have any plans for the long week/vacation? If so what are they?</b></div>
Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-46041229822660017222013-04-09T14:48:00.001-07:002013-04-09T14:48:23.545-07:00Kick ASS 5k in SHORTS!<h3>
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All week I have been eyeing my iphone weather app, and have been BEYOND excited to participate in <a href="http://runstrongereveryday.com/">Run Stronger Everyday's</a> Kick Ass Virtual 5K! The weather was the pick of the week, just south of Boston: Sun with some clouds and showers early on, high of 75!!!!</div>
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All day at work I was eyeing the windows to scope out the day's beauty. Right after my after school meeting, I hit the ground running and headed home. I dug out some running shorts, dusted them off, and found a running tank tucked away in the basement. I have had no need for these items for the past 5 months or so, so I was surprised how easy the weather appropriate outfit came together. After pinning on my race bib and asking my neighbor to snap a pre-run picture, I was off to the races! I had planned to run the route Tucker and I walked on Sunday, and I assumed it was around a 5K. Typically I run longer than a 5k, especially in weather like this; but I have dinner plans, laundry and a MILLION papers to grade..</div>
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I started off very fast, and it caught up to me around mile 1.2, but I felt "okay". My legs were tired from the 3 sets of weighted squats I did yesterday at the gym. Halfway through, I hit this neighborhood filled to the brim with children playing outside, communicating, exercising, and having fun without any cell phones of electronic devices. I LOVE seeing this, and I find it so rare these days. Especially young kids, older kids, boy and girls alike, all sharing a basketball and hoop, just enjoying the afternoon rays. </div>
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After leaving the cul-de-sac, I turned the corner and headed home. I ended up completing the 5k in 25 minutes or so, but felt tired, hot and out of breath. While running, I discovered I have a cold, as opposed to the "allergies" I self- diagnosed earlier this week! </div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Running nose + Sore throat+ extreme headache + muscle aches = A cold!</span></div>
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After the 5k, Tuck and I enjoyed a photo shoot in the yard. He did his own doggie 5K today at daycare, and played a little tennis with me, while wearing the "official" race bib! He is so tolerant of my crazy photo antics!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-64678046331683102032013-04-08T07:14:00.002-07:002013-04-08T07:14:50.239-07:00Restaurant Review: Alden Park Plymouth, MaLast night, Mark and I ventured over to the Colony Place in Plymouth for a few quick returns and dinner at Alden Park. Alden Park was recommended by a colleague and friend, so I was excited to try it.<br />
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We started out afternoon out with a few returns at Old Navy and my first visit to "Charming Charlie". The returns went smoothly, and Charming Charlie's is incredible. They sell primarily accessories, but they also have a few eccletic dreses, and shirts. I was utterly impressed with the prices and item variety and originality. I ended up purchasing a sleeveless dress for our upcoming trip to Jamaica that is white, croqueted material with a long leather belt. (getting pretty excited!!). I also pruchases to slip dresses four some upcoming spring events. The slip dress is a new concept for me. They feel so light, airy and comfortable, but I am alsways concerb they are too short. Mark and the sales clerk assured me that each dress looked fine, but I still have my worries! (more photos to come of each dress).</div>
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After shopping, we headed to Alden park. We were both starving, so we were psyched when our server greeted us with garlic bread and a parmesean garlc butter spread. In fact, the bread was so good , Mark thought that was our appetizer! I order the roasted vegetable and cheese appetizer. I thought this would be like a fondue with roasted veggies and pita bread. When it came out, it was more like a spinach and artichoke dip with some veggies inside the dip, and bread served on the side for dipping. Although this was not the "light dish" I expected, it was truly delicious. Mark ordered the lettuce wraps which were also good, but a bit spicy for my taste buds. We split an entree, the land and seas skewers, which were also good. The consisted of a shrimp and streak skewer, served over mashed potatoes and a side of asparagus. On the whole, our meal and drinks (red sangria) were excellent, and we would definantly go back. They also offer $5 appetizers at the bar through the week, which is exciteing. The appetizers were excellent, so I would consider heading back for this promotion.<br />
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Onto next week.... Mark and I are traveling to Jamaica NEXT WEEK!!!! The trip was relatively last minute, and I am seeking out fun things to do and see. <b>Please, Please, Please leave a comment if you have been. This far I have the following intriguing adventures:</b><br />
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<b>Seven Mile Beach and Booby Cay:</b><br />
We are staying in Montego Bay, but we were considering heading to Negril for a day to enjoy the Seven Mile Beach. Across from Seven Mile Beach, there is a remote island called Booby Cay. Apparently you can catch and purchase your own BBQed lobster right there on the beach? Sounds kind of cool, so I think mark and I may look into this.<br />
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Deep Sea Fishing:<br />
Mark loves to fish in MA, so he often looks for these opportunities when we travel. I have been on contact with a few deep sea fishing charters, who have been EXTREMELY helpful. We are hoping to do a half day charter out of either Montego Bay or Negrill. I am not one for fishing, but I will gladly go because many of the companies claim to sea dolphins while fishing ;) I hope I get to !<br />
Happy Red Sox Opening Day!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Jeanie<br />
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Ps... Can't wait for Abby's Kick Ass 5K tomorrow!! I have my outfit already picked out!<br />
<b>Question of the day:</b><br />
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Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8896030796554779894.post-44874270030890453722013-04-06T04:51:00.001-07:002013-04-06T04:51:24.359-07:00Easter Rally...<h3>
Good Morning and Happy Saturday!</h3>
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All week long I felt like I was playing a mean game of catch up, in all aspects of life. Although the Easter weekend was fun with family and friends on the Cape, it was far from productive in the planning and grading departments. I also left the weekend feeling .... fat ( for lack of a better word). The combination of high calorie foods, sleeping less, and grabbing a quick drink with friends quickly caught up to me. Ironically, I read one of my favorite blogs, <a href="http://happybeinghealthy.com/">Happy Being Healthy</a>, and Melanie felt the same way. Although she does have those 5 children that must play a small role in her exhaustion and eater candy availability HAH). I decided I need to prioritize my week as far as eating, exercise and my classroom. Ready go...<br />
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1.<b> Meal Prep:</b><br />
I started by making some of my favorite Bananas Foster Overnight Overnight Oats adapted from <a href="http://hiddenfruitsandveggies.com/">Hidden Fruits and Veggies</a> a few weeks back. The recipe is perfect for me, because it makes enough for the week, and served with greek yogurt, it hits all the food groups I'm looking for. It is also easy to make (mix/ set overnight in Crock Pot), and ridiculously easy to pack up and bring to school. I continued to map out me meals for the week according to taste, health and the weekly circular. This week was a bit tougher, due to leftovers from Easter ( I refuse to waste food), but I did okay with it. I did not make any new recipes per say, but I did resort back to some oldie but goodies that I will share with you real soon. How many of you ate more than your fair share of hard boiled eggs this past week? I did, but I only like the whites. I also had a greek yogurt egg salad one night for dinner that was quite good.<br />
One night I had grilled Swordfish with a new cajun rub Mark's dad bought for me. The rub is called "Chef Paul Prudhomme's" Magic Blends: Seafood Magic. The rub is a bit spicy, but not as spicy as the blackened options at restaurants. I simply defrosted some swordfish (also on sale this week), and rubbed this into each side of the fish. I grilled it on medium for about 4 minutes per side. Dinner was light, filling and protein packed. I also sauteed some summer squash, zucchini, and mushrooms on the side. None of those veggies are "go to's" for me, but Mark loves them. <br />
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2) <b>Cleaning (house and classroom)</b><br />
Both of these areas of my life were a MESS last Sunday night. I spent the week creating lists. Not immediate to-do lists, but more so small tasks that are manageable to achieve in one day. For example, I decided to clean off one round table in my classroom, not all 4 tables that are bursting at the seams with papers, school supplies and stuff kids leave behind. I also washed one room at a time at home. On Monday, my task was weekend laundry and putting al the clothes I washed away. ( I tend to stink at that last part)<br />
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<b>3) Exercise Regime:</b><br />
Before I begin, I feel I fell a little bit short in this department. It is Saturday and I have had two full body workouts, and one yoga session this week, thus far. Typically, I do at least one more cardio sessions, but this week other priorties took the front seat. I always feel exercise guilt when this happens, but I will just need to be diligent this weekend to get two stellar workouts in. I also registered for Run Stronger Everyday's Virtual 5K (see Kick Ass 5K post for details). this week and am excited to participate in that on Tuesday.<br />
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On the whole, I feel better than I did last weekend. I am cognizant of the workouts I need to produce this week, and am committed to doing so. I also have a great bison burger recipe to share with you folks soon ;)<br />
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In closing, I found this picture while browsing Pinterest this week and fell in love. I also made it into a poster for my students to see each day. Sometimes things like this can brighten someone's day, so I hope it works for you too!<br />
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Have a great Saturday!<div>
xoxo,</div>
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The plans for the Boston Brain Tumor Ride are in full swing! The ride will take place on May 19th in Waltham , MA. There are, like last year, three route options: a 10, 25, or 50 mile course. Last year I rode the 50 miles, and it was TOUGH! I was hopeful to do it again, but I am not sure if time will allow. You see, I train on a fitness bike because it was a lot less money than the road bikes ,which start at $1000! The problem with my bike is it isn't as fast, so LONG rides take a LONG time (excuse the pun). Needless to say, my route choice is undecided! My team, Riders for Rohan started their fundraising efforts with a BANG! We have large shoes to fill since we received the top fundraising award last year, bringing in a whopping $40,000!!!<br />
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Personally, I decided to take a slightly different approach to fundraising. Since it is hard to be solely reliant on friends and family donations, I decided to orchestrate gatherings to raise funds in a more creative way. <br />
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<b>Grey Matters Benefit Event:</b><br />
On April 27th, A few members of Riders for Rohan and I, organized a benefit night at the Turnpike Cafe in Canton , MA. The night include a live band, intriguing raffle and silent auction items, light fare and a whole lots of FUN for a great cause. I am very excited about this event, and was hopeful it could all pan out. The planning is in full swing and many local business have been VERY generous in the raffle department ;)<br />
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<b>Let's Walk the Lake for Brain Tumor's Sake:</b><br />
This is a new event I am organizing at school, with the help of the Peer Leaders and Students Council Members. Students and faculty alike can pledge to walk Lake Massapoag for a $5 minimum donation, although larger donations are welcome. The group will walk after school and then enjoy light snacks after the event. There will be a T-shirt contest for groups that plan to walk together with some kid-friendly prizes. I am VERY excited about this walking event. What is better than getting out there and moving for a great cause?<br />
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<b>Wednesday Morning Breakfast:</b><br />
Sarah and I are hosting a Wednesday morning breakfast for the staff at our school. The breakfast includes coffee, light breakfast items and non academic conversion with colleagues in all three grades. It is a great time to sit back, relax, and have a face to face conversation with someone. This will also be the first day of "Grey Matters" bracelet sales. I am super excited about the bracelets this year because we adopting a new lime green writing color. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: lime;"><b> NEON ROCKS!</b></span><br />
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I hope that these events help fundraising, but more so bring others together for this great cause!<br />
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Happy Thursday!<br />
xoxo.<br />
Jeanie<br />
<b>Question of the day:</b><br />
<b> Do you have any great fundraising tactics? If so, please share ;)</b><br />
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<b>Sites that may interest you:</b><br />
<a href="http://www.braintumorcommunity.org/site/TR/Events/BTR-MA?px=2994249&pg=personal&fr_id=2090">My Personal Page</a><br />
<a href="http://www.braintumorcommunity.org/site/TR/Events/BTR-MA?pg=team&fr_id=2090&team_id=59093">Riders for Rohan Team Page</a><br />
<a href="http://www.braintumor.org/">National Brain Tumor Society Website</a>Jeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09851943460824056899noreply@blogger.com0