Skinny Bitch

So while I've been spending the majority of my time in bed or on the couch the past few days, I've been reading "Skinny Bitch", a book recommended by a friend. I purchased the book just a few days ago. Always having been interested in nutrition, I thought, what the heck, I might as well see what all the fuss is about.

The first few chapters had me giggling about the very straightforward manner that the authors write in. It's no nonsense and hysterical because of that. It's bossy, there's swear words, but it's damn good information. However, having grown up with a nutritionally-conscious mother, I knew most of the information that they presented in the beginning chapters. Fresh facts with a fresh perspective kept me intrigued.

Then we get to the tough stuff: they try to convince you to be vegan. Are these women persuasive? Hell yeah. But I just don't think I have the time, energy, skills, or patience to turn my eating habits around to that extent. Oh, and I really don't think the BF would love his BBQ chicken to be replaced with brussel sprouts.

Am I going to finish the book? Absolutely. Did I learn a lot? Of course. And yes, there are non-vegan topics in this book that I will attempt to adopt into my life. If you're considering reading this book, I would. It's an easy read and an experience, even if you don't agree with everything they are pushing.

Oh, and today I am thankful for the wisdom that comes with age. Looking at my 17 year old sister makes me appreciate how much I've matured in just a few short years.

shooting for the moon

I want to write a book...

Ambition has never been an issue for me. I possess the mentality that if you don't dream big, you're selling yourself short. "Shoot for the moon; If you miss, you'll land among stars." I'm an ambitious girl, through and through.

The part I have a problem with is the follow-through. I have these big dreams about what I could be when I grow up, or about writing a book, or about sewing tons of stuff, or about moving somewhere adventurous, but I'm not so good at always making these kinds of things happen.

I'm going to try harder this time, at least when it comes to the book. I have some ideas, so now I just need to sit down and stay focused. Sounds simple, but it's not. Maybe I'll search out some motivational quotes to stick around my desk area to help me actually complete my task.

Do you have a particular motivational quote that gets you going?

An update about my quest of finding the right career for me: I'm also considering being an editor. I think it would be really exciting to work at a publishing company and search out new talent. I love to read, I love to write, and I'm a pretty good editor in my opinion. So why not give being an editor some thought, right? And a good thing about that is I'm already majoring in Journalism and Mass Communication, so with a few extra classes, I could be confident about this as a possible career choice.

I think I should start making a list of all the occupations I've considered having. I think it'd be pretty amusing. Anyway, time to take the kitty to the vet. I wish you all a very delightful day, and hopefully the weather is less gloomy wherever you are!

(picture from here)