tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90127052945664678872024-03-08T05:36:10.416-08:00My Escape From RetailA former retail manager's road of recovery.Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.comBlogger107125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-68727979057425977152014-03-20T15:12:00.000-07:002014-03-20T15:13:54.514-07:00Oh Sh*t. I'm 31.<div>
I've been thinking a lot about the time between 30 and 31. This new world that I've entered into, the world of my thirties.</div>
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First, I swear I turned 30 and my body just started
laughing at me when I wanted to do things.</div>
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I realized that I had developed a life of rules. My own "Dexter Code",
expect I wasn't a serial killer of serial killers (to my knowledge).
World, meet my code.</div>
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<b>1. Care deeply about what others think about you.</b></h4>
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I don't give a crap what any other website tells you. </div>
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should always, always, always know what people think about you. Then,
ask yourself, "I know that X feels Y about me. Does X feeling this way
build me up, encourage me, and improve my life everyday?" If the answer
to the question is NO. Get rid of them. If someone in your life
doesn't feel that you are a gift, find someone who does. </div>
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<b>2. Never settle in love.</b></h4>
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means something different for everyone. Find what makes your heart
swell and keep it. Better to be alone with yourself, living to make
yourself happy, than to be in a situation that makes you always feel
deflated and stagnant. Do this before you make a commitment to
someone. They deserve to feel the same way about you.</div>
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<b>3. Health before wealth.</b></h4>
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I've told many people this. I actually learned this one in my late twenties. </div>
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I will never be rich, but I WILL always be happy. I am determined too. </div>
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<b>4. "30 is the new 20, and 40 is the new 30" is a load of crap.</b></h4>
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I'm
31 years old. I act like a 31 year old woman. I do things that 20
year old's MIIIIIIGHT do. In the end, research PROVES that the more
productive you are in your twenties, the better establish and ready to
move into your thirties you will be. So, are you twenty? Good... get
your crap together. :)</div>
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<b>5. Live. And do what makes you happy.</b></h4>
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So,
confession time. I moved in with D after knowing him face-to-face for
47 days. You heard that right. I spoke on the phone to this man on
April 1st... and moved in with him on May 17th. NOOOOO foolsies. </div>
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I'll blog more about this at a later day, but for now... you should know that it was the best decision of my life. </div>
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I
dragged my feet through MUD with my last relationship. I learned that
sometimes it's okay to go fast, and sometimes it's okay to let your
heart lead you. Even if you mother is shitting bricks and freaking out.
(yes, mom.... I know you did, and I love you for it).</div>
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So, now you know how to blend into society and be a successful Kim. </div>
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Lucky you!</div>
Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-71463570580776208142011-08-18T13:31:00.000-07:002011-08-18T13:31:47.085-07:00One year ago today.EXACTLY one year ago today I was working for a footwear company. <br />
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<ul><li>I was 7 hours away from home.</li>
<li>I was in 115 degree heat, in a stockroom with NO air conditioning.</li>
<li>I was miserable.</li>
<li>I didn't KNOW I was miserable.</li>
<li>I know that now that I was!</li>
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But... What does this mean?<br />
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I think it means that in the last year I have come a long way. I am home more often, I see my family more. I am able to have a puppy in my lap and in my bed each night. Although I might have stress, I think I am happy. At least happy with the choice that I made to get my big bootay out of retail! :)<br />
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Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-69343646837725483162011-06-21T23:51:00.000-07:002011-06-21T23:53:18.281-07:00Taking care of SELF.I have decided that it is time for me to start a routine that is focused around myself.<br />
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Now, I totally understand how self centered that seems, and I promise you that I am not getting all wild and insane. I promise that my Facebook page does not contain an album of nothing but shots of me from one specific and ultra-flattering angle. I'm NOT that person. I promise you.<br />
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What I do know if I have neglected personal "care" in the last few years. Most notably, my hands.<br />
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Like the stupid girl I am I thought that I would "magically" have perfect hands and nails once I was no longer trapped in a world filled with boxes. Sadly this is not the case. What is now apparent is I have terrible skin, and I am now learning how to better care for this body of terrible skin.<br />
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I purchased a giant bag of super AWESOME Epsom Salt that smells like heaven and tonight I soaked for and HOUR AND A HALF! Oh my goodness, right?! I also got this hand cream "stuff" that comes with gloves... hopefully this means at some point in my life I will actually have nice soft hands, and get rid of my horrible "retail" hands.<br />
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One can always hope, right?<br />
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So tonight begins a mini-transformation, time spent on myself. I don't have much time in the day as it is, so I'm curious when I am going to fit this time in. I do feel that it is important, so I guess I will be staying up an extra 15 mins each night if I need to.<br />
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It's okay... like some commercial has brainwashed me into believing... "I'm worth it". HAHA.Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-59871041681192468532011-06-16T16:41:00.000-07:002011-06-16T16:41:02.922-07:00The decisions I have made...<div>Sometimes in life we make good decisions. </div><div><br />
</div><div>My decision to leave retail = smart.</div><div>My decision to start a business = smart.</div><div>My decision to get my life back as my own = smart.</div><div>My decision to eat more sushi = smart.</div><div><br />
</div><div>Sometimes in life.... we make "bad" decisions, and currently I am struggling with that fact. Details are irrelivant at this point, but I have been struggling with some paths I have chosen in life. I use the term "bad" loosely, as often we make decisions that are not BAD, just decisions that we regret, or produce outcomes that we would prefer to avoid. </div><div><br />
</div><div>I am struggling right now. You hear people talk about the inner-war that happens inside yourself, as if your present state is fighting with your "I told ya so" state. For me, this causes undue stress and the want to eat and/or sleep constantly. </div><div> </div><div>It'll get better. This is know. I just have to weigh the outcomes of my NEW decisions, and determine what is the best course to take from this point forward. </div><div><br />
</div><div>Sigh, I think it's a bubble bath and wine sorta night. What do you all think?</div><div><br />
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<p>Dog business is coming together. Thank goodness for the internet! If you ever need to love something.... Love google. I can't believe how awesime google is. Just blows my mind. Lol.</p>
<p>Anyways, I sit on the coaster right now at 8am with a newly downloaded copy of "blogger" on my cell phone. Hopefully that will help me to blog!! I can't keep neglecting you internet. I am awesome, don't you want more of me?</p>
</div>Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-25699073098473932062011-06-08T23:31:00.000-07:002011-06-15T10:14:14.347-07:00Leaving Retail, to start Retail?<div><p>Yeah, you read that right.  HA!</p>
<p>Apparently, I know nothing but retail... and for that reason I have decided that I am going to start a business. Biggest problem at this stage of the game? My Business Partner is in Hawaii.</p>
<p>So, where does that leave me? Many sleepless nights of trying to work through a business plan that is actually going to generate some hefty income. Oh, and yes, I AM still writing my book... I'm just... very tired... all... the... time.</p>
<p>Oh! I am finishing up THREE quilts as well. What is wrong with me?</p>
<p>How on EARTH did I think that I would be able to blog every night with all of this crap going on?</p>
<p>Did I mention that I was sleepy? Like... really really really sleepy? I think having a snuggle doggie right next to me is not helping. He is just making me MORE sleepy.</p>
<p>Well, off I go to work on something else, because I am insane. Yes, you heard me. INSANE.</p>
</div>Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-90398006654750646082011-06-07T23:27:00.000-07:002011-06-15T10:14:15.493-07:00Dear Mrs. Retail Manager.<div><p>Why do you suck so much at blogging??</p>
<p>Why because I am actually starting a business and it's sucking all of my time away from me.  This last week I have spend all of my free time in a fabric shop or in front of my sewing machine!  YIKES.</p>
<p>I think I'm going to go to sleep now. *YAWN*</p>
<p>Don't judge.  I just can't do something everyday for a year.  I failed.</p>
<p>Plus side, I learned a LOT about myself, and I know that I love blogging... and writting... so I'm going to keep up with this blog as best I can.</p>
<p>Enjoy world! Enjoy.</p>
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Someone want to help!?Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-89258404578645730332011-06-02T00:33:00.001-07:002011-06-02T00:33:16.389-07:00I am officially...... taking a mental health day.<br />
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I'm so tired I can't even think straiiiiiiii...<br />
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.... ghtKim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-75776280745278569532011-06-01T00:18:00.000-07:002011-06-01T00:18:31.043-07:00BIRTHDAY!IT'S MICHAEL'S BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-11956441293132429172011-05-30T23:36:00.000-07:002011-05-30T23:36:29.506-07:00BowtieI need to learn how to sew a bowtie, and Google search is NOT helping.<br />
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Research today for the business was fun, but oh so long!<br />
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My business partner is going to be in Hawaii for <i>three</i> long weeks, I am going to miss his face and also have to work through a lot of designing myself. In the end I know it's going to be worth it! Also, I need to find a place where I can get tshirts screen printed for really cheap!<br />
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Ah research, how fun! Tomorrow is more of the same!!<br />
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Since this IS my blog about retail escape, I think I am going to blog a lot of my research and new things that I learn from starting my own company. I think it'll be fun AND healthy! <br />
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More to come lovely internet, beware!Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-42579832500013096042011-05-29T22:30:00.000-07:002011-05-29T22:30:35.794-07:00The Need.I feel the need to write something of substance, but I can't seem to find the right words.<br />
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I will spare you the gore filled details, but I was very sick last night. Sick to the point of having to set my alarm clock for 2 hour intervals just so I could wake up and make sure I wasn't dead.<br />
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I took a nap today and had to be <i>jolted</i> awake by Husband. I can't remember the last time someone has to physically shake me to wake me up. It's been ages, but now you get a good feel of exactly how exhausted I was.<br />
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So I sit here, lappy in front of me trying to think of beautiful words. Unfortunately, beautiful words escape me at the moment and all I can think about is how I'm hungry. Then I think about how I am getting chunky and food is the devil! Were those beautiful words? I guess not.<br />
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Well, to be perfectly honest, I'm still not feeling the greatest. My emotional state is a little uneven, so I think I'm going to call it a night on the blog. Hopefully soon things will start returning to normal and I can get back to being a normal human again. Let's hope shall we?Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-76383665590250154392011-05-28T22:58:00.000-07:002011-05-28T22:58:06.082-07:00Website Hunting!It's difficult to start a business!!!<br />
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Anyone have any ideas, thoughts, help??Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-91963518367143140092011-05-27T22:12:00.001-07:002011-05-27T22:12:08.179-07:00chop chop!!I tried to slice my finger off today. Not on purpose, but it was an excellent attempt.<br />
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So, with that, end of my blog for today.<br />
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If the finger is feeling better tomorrow I will post more.<br />
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TootlesKim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-20516978214222730792011-05-27T00:09:00.000-07:002011-05-27T00:09:06.903-07:00ResearchI spent the last several hours doing research for the business that I am trying to get off the ground.<br />
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I know, I know, projects coming out of my behind, right?<br />
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Here are the current Kim Needs:<br />
<ol><li> I need to finish THREE quilts</li>
<ol><li>Baby quilt for Pumpkin Butt</li>
<li>My personal quilt</li>
<li>Quilt that I'm making for a AWESOME friend</li>
</ol><li>I need to get to Michael's to get materials for my "start up" business</li>
<ol><li>I need clips</li>
<li>Flowers</li>
<li>Fasteners</li>
</ol><li>I need to get to JoAnne's for some fabric for my quits </li>
<ol><li>Puppy prints anyone?? </li>
<li>MORE puppy prints?</li>
</ol><li>I have a CRAP TON of research that needs to be done to start a business</li>
<ol><li>Fictitious business name.</li>
<li> Online Webpage.</li>
<li>Marketing Strategy.</li>
<li>Etc! (This list could go on for MILES)</li>
</ol><li>I need to figure out CASH flow for starting a business </li>
<ol><li>Along with how to expense out business stuff on taxes</li>
</ol><li>Where the HECK am I going to put a Silk Screen MAH-CHEEN?</li>
<li>I'm supposed to be writing a book, right? I mean... somewhere in all of this I need to write a book. Or two. Or three?</li>
<li>Brother turns 18 on the first, and graduates on the 10th. SO MUCH STUFF TO DO.</li>
</ol>I think that's it right now. I don't know, my head is spinning. I need to get this going. I need to get a LOT of things going. I need to stop needing sleep. I need to be a machine!<br />
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But, alas! I need sleep. I'm weak like that.<br />
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Perhaps I should utilize my coaster time better and start doing more of my projects on the way to work. Think that could work? Who knows, I like having "Kim Time" during the day... which is probably why I am SO very far behind on projects! :)<br />
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I NEED SOME FREAKING MOTIVATION! Along with a bed that isn't so darn comfortable!Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-9503058309365093482011-05-25T22:00:00.000-07:002011-05-25T22:00:48.101-07:00I'm Terrible!!I'm WAY behind.<br />
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I'm a BAD blogger.<br />
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I am FREE now, no more entrapment, because of this I tend to overexert myself, and now I'm forgetting to blog!<br />
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I think I am going to need to put a reminder into my phone so I can remember better, what do you all think?Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-17323608984351443392011-05-22T22:02:00.000-07:002011-05-22T22:02:32.039-07:004amI stayed up until 4am last night, and slept until noon.<br />
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Who AM I!? I am a 10pm bedtime person. 4am is just crazy!<br />
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Don't worry everyone, I got a severe lashing from my Mother in Law who told me that I would get wrinkles from staying up that late. She also told me not to chop down the tree in my front yard because it would protect Alex and I if someone decided to drive drunk into our house.<br />
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I will take those suggestions under advisement, but I have a feeling I will probably go against her wishes with the tree... and get lots and lots of wrinkles from staying up past my bedtime.<br />
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Whatcha gunna do?Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-4761184108969831612011-05-21T21:53:00.000-07:002011-05-21T21:53:43.525-07:00Sushi and WinePerhaps one of the greatest two inventions?<br />
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I don't know what it is about white people and Sushi, but we love it. Don't ask me why, because I really have no idea.<br />
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Tonight I was treated to THREE glasses of wine... yes, you heard me... THREE.<br />
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So, once again, here I am buzzed-blogging, I think that's the best kind of blogging. I'm more relaxed and free.<br />
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Enjoy internet world!Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-53780390402834918792011-05-19T20:34:00.000-07:002011-05-19T20:34:17.501-07:00Contemplating motivation.I'm still on a motivation kick.<br />
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I have some wonderful friends of mine who are the most motivated people in the world. They are like some magical creature that can get more done in 24 hours than I can get done in a week. Those people amaze me. They own their own business, make time for their family and pets, and still seem to always be put together every day.<br />
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There are days I can't even be bothered to brush my hair, let alone get out of sweat pants.<br />
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Why is is that some people are just amazing? Then others, like me, can't seem to get past the first lap! Oh well, if I am to suffer days and days of laziness I suppose there are worst things in life, right?<br />
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I wonder how really happy those over-motivated people are. I mean, are they <i>really</i> happy, or do they just <i>think</i> they are happy because they are unable to stop for two seconds and really evaluate their life.<br />
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Well, that's all I have. Enjoy!!Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-66453942181454635782011-05-18T22:35:00.000-07:002011-05-18T22:35:55.127-07:00My BookSo I am slowly chipping away at my book. I really need someone to light a fire under my ass so I can finish it up, get it published, and make some real money.<br />
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Oh money, why do you have to be so evil?<br />
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I have so many ideas, it's just making them come to life that I find difficult. I can start the idea, but finishing it up never happens. Is there a magical pill that makes you motivated? It that cocaine? haha.<br />
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Maybe I will forever be the "idea girl", the person that has all the right ideas, but not the motivation to make them happen. I am perfectly happy with myself, and my life... but man, think of all I could accomplish with some proper direction!Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-10928451776236998272011-05-17T21:46:00.000-07:002011-05-17T21:46:27.121-07:00Big BumTime to get back to the gym!!! I'm packing on a few pounds, and the ONLY thing that retail is good for is keeping the weight down. Soooo, now it's time to get back to my running routine, because my bootay is getting big!<br />
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Wish me luck!Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-89692566829305147522011-05-15T22:58:00.000-07:002011-05-15T22:58:20.297-07:00Preparing for the CoasterI am a busy bee tonight!<br />
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Since I take the coaster, I find that I get bored of the music and movies that I have on my phone quickly. Tonight I have spent several HOURS transferring music to my new phone, just to ease the boredom of my commute.<br />
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I have had the quietest weekend EVER, and I still feel exhausted.<br />
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I think I will go to bed early, and that way after work I will have a good bit of energy to do more than just play on the internet tomorrow night.Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-90149032861130072212011-05-14T23:07:00.000-07:002011-05-14T23:07:55.850-07:00Website Error or User Error?Well, Blogger totally messed me up.<br />
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Technology failed me, and I was unable to post for several days due to a "server error" with blogger. What a pain in the ass. (yeah, yeah, excuses, excuses)<br />
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THEN, I failed myself because the habit has been broken. So... I learned something. I can't do something every day for 365 days.<br />
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I do plan on persevering! And, as a way to make up for the posts that I missed, I am going to blog 4 days past what would hit my 365 day end. That way, it all comes out in the wash.<br />
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So, internet world, ENJOY!<br />
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Oh, and part of making this blog was to document my escape (and recovery) from retail. I think I am doing just that. My social life has once again blossomed. It is a good thing, and a bad thing! haha!Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-57586261174041374242011-05-10T23:55:00.001-07:002011-05-10T23:55:49.929-07:00HospitalOh life just keeps throwing punches. Hubby spent the last few hours at the Hospital with the MIL because she hurt her hand.<br />
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Thankfully, everyone just fine.<br />
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Exhausted, but healthy.Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9012705294566467887.post-80891137845648856032011-05-09T21:42:00.000-07:002011-05-09T21:42:14.483-07:00EncouragementI need some encouragement to make myself continue to blog everyday... I'm in a slump. Why? I think because I am overly tired. May has been an exhausting month. I'm yawing as we speak.<br />
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I think I need one day of good sleep. Yes, I said DAY of good sleep.Kim Heiserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04504143529963770459noreply@blogger.com0