Can somebody please explain to me why I thought it was a good idea to open up the container of processed cheese dip today and eat it with almost a half a bag of tortilla chips? UGH! By the time I was done with the plate the damage had already been done and I sat there in a guilty heap of misery! I wish, wish WISH I could get a handle on my eating and weight!

I keep telling myself that I will start tomorrow and then tomorrow comes and it’s always something or another that seems to lead to my demise! My weight has been something I have struggled with for as long as I can remember! I know that I am within the healthy range and people always tell me I don’t need to lose weight but try telling that to me and I will shake my head. I don’t want to lose much- maybe 7-10 pounds which is quite doable BUT I have to START and make it a priority!

Maybe you lovely readers can keep me on track so the next time I get a hankering for pizza, I can reach for the veggies instead………………………………..

All this talk of food is making me hungry…I could go for a slice of cheese. Wait. Stop. Control

On a side note I received the most wonderful, thoughtful gift today. It was something that required effort and real caring by someone. It’s easy to go out and buy someone a present but quite another when you take the time to come up with something very creative. He’s certainly racking up a lot of points in my book

What a nice present!

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Change is never easy but it is a constant thing in life. Today I said my final goodbye to my co-anchor Jeff Eliasoph.

Jeff is a smart man who will go far in what he chooses to pursue in life. In his new move he will be closer to his daughter Hannah and let’s face it nobody can argue with someone who wants to be closer to family!

We may not have always seen eye to eye but I have always respected his knowledge on a vast variety of subjects! Jeff has a quick wit and a sense of humor that always had me laughing bright and early in the morning.

I will miss him and my new co-anchor will start Monday morning bright and early. I hope you will welcome him with open arms as you have welcomed me in this community!

Goodbye Jeff!

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How do you deal with stress? For me the instant I am stressed, I get sick which is exactly why I am writing this blog post under a blanket shivering and drinking bucket loads of water.

It never fails that when I take on additional stress and do not deal with it right–it manifests itself on my body. When I moved here I was sicker than I have ever been due to all the stress of moving, packing and leaving my friends. I coughed for weeks and no matter what I tried it would not go away. I started to get anxious and nervous thinking about starting my first day with a lingering awful cough. A News Anchor’s nightmare! I didn’t even have any insurance as it had lapsed from the month or so from my previous job. Luckily many of my parents friends offered to treat me  and after a dose of antibiotics I was fine.

Stress can wreak complete and utter havoc on us and I need to find a better way to deal with things. Most days I can channel stress the right way and not let things build up but sometimes it all comes together like a freight train! How are ways you deal with stress? Any advice you can give this stressed out chica?

I will tell you that one way I do deal with stress is by blogging! Thank YOU for providing this outlet for me! I will say this though…having someone to talk to and who listens and offers the BEST advice makes everything worth it. I am beyond thankful to have a person who cares so much and offers so much to make my life easier and better.

He knows who he is and he is wonderful!…..

It comes and goes!

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Some big changes are coming to the morning show and I think you will be pleased with them! Change is something we all have to deal with constantly throughout our lives and this is no exception. Throughout the process I would love your feedback and support! I think we have the BEST viewers on KWWL ! I am so pleased to be part of this community!!!

On another note it was the perfect day to go lay by the inflatable pool that the lovely noon producer Briana has set up in her backyard and bask in the sunshine. I didn’t stay long but some quality time with good friends who make you laugh always puts a smile on my face.

Now I need to get back into my workout routine. I have slacked off enough these past few weeks and it’s really time to get in gear. If only I could find a plan I could really stick with ! Any suggestions you have would be so appreciated! Summer is already here and I still have not lost that dreaded few pounds that won’t budge. I want to make a plan and stick to it! This time I won’t fail…wait didn’t I say that a few months ago….?

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Light bulb moments can hit you like a ton of bricks. You are going about your business and living your life and next thing you know something comes into your mind that stops you dead in your tracks. Has this ever happened to you? It seems to happen to me often. A tiny voice from within that speaks to you in the strangest of times.

I think this happened to me this weekend at Sturgis Falls as I was laughing, joking and generally having a wonderful time with friends. As I walked among the throngs of people and basked in the sunshine–it suddenly hit me.

The thought that came to me was “Yep… you are ok.”

Does that seem groundbreaking? Not really but in the scheme of things it did. And it made perfect sense. Mostly it made sense because I AM okay all of a sudden. Time and the presence of good people in your life can make even the darkest of situations seem much lighter instantly. It’s like that moment when you have had a fever or flu and you are miserable and all of a sudden you are instantly feeling better and you could just sing you are so happy! All of a sudden you value your health and feel as though you could take on the world. It was a bit like that.

It made me realize that no matter what situation one may find themselves in–the light at the end of the tunnel is a very, very bright one! We must believe and hope in that light no matter how sad we might feel because at the end of the day if you can believe–then you will one day find it. Every sunset has a sunrise and so does every bad situation.

At the end of the day….we have to have hope!

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Thank you to Jeff and Eileen for helping me out!

http://youtu.be/bQECRky20Ak

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Nowadays there are so many rules when it comes to dating ! Seems like whenever you grab a magazine off the shelf the cover literally  screams at you-

“How to catch a man in 10 days”

“Make him love you forever”

“Are you really dating?”

Ugh–I say enough. I don’t want to listen to some book or magazine or pamphlet when it comes to what is right and what isn’t. I prefer to listen to my heart. Granted sometimes my heart has done some pretty crazy things to me and lead me in a path that was not right BUT when I think about it now I see that perhaps it WAS the right path because I learned so very much!

Now that I can see things clearer than I have in weeks I am starting to realize a lot more. Yes it was painful for awhile but the sun does eventually shine again and you learn some important lessons in life!  First and foremost–you don’t ever need someone to complete you. Looking for a person to do that will almost always lead to heartbreak and pain.

What you really need is to find someone who accepts you for who you are and enhances your life without ruling it!

The exciting thing about life is that you get to choose the direction it goes. It’s your journey! Now take that first step!

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I have not blogged in awhile mainly due to the fact that Robby’s Grad party took so much of my time! What a wonderful night it was! Full of music, memories and fun. I cannot remember the last time I danced that much! Here are a few pictures of the event as promised!

With the Graduate!

Sisters

New Hair

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Tomorrow right after work I am going to race to the Twin Cities for Robby’s Graduation party.  I cannot wait to celebrate with my whole family. The real busy time starts right after I finish this blog post. I have already cleaned the house as best I can (I like to come home to a clean house) and packed my weekend bag.

I also need to get all my last minute things together and make sure when I leave in the morning I have everything. I cannot waste a bit of time because at 4:30pm tomorrow I have to be home to get extensions put in my hair for the big party! I have never had extensions before but everyone who has them swears by them and I am excited to try something new.

Robby’s video turned out beyond my wildest dreams and expectations and as soon as I show it at the party, I will upload it here so you all can see it! My sister is busy putting up the draping and chair covers from her own event business and mom is cooking up a storm.

As I bustle around happily preparing for this I cannot help but think of how lucky I am to have such wonderful people in my life. Not only my family who loves me beyond belief but wonderful people that are coming in my life to enrich it even more. Such as a dear friend Jeremy who is coming to take my car to get cleaned and washed for me as I finish last minute things so I have one less thing to worry about. My friend Pam in the Twin Cities who has offered to come at 6am to help my family with last minute things and all the other caring souls in my life.

I may have lost a little but I have gained so much as well. It’s all how you look at it

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The BIG Graduation party is this Saturday and things are starting to slowly take shape. I have conversations with my mom and sister daily about all the final details and this is going to be one of the biggest bashes we have thrown in awhile.

All Robby really wanted was a Buffalo Wild Wings station so we have ordered a bunch of wings. Also traditional Pakistani food, various pasta dishes and sides and plenty of dessert to go around.

We are also making a big announcement at the party that is a long time in the making. It’s so secretive that I cannot even tell all you lovely blog readers until the party is done. Let’s just say that it’s ME that has to make it regarding another family member of mine..no pressure!

300 of our closest friends and family will be there so it’s the perfect time. I have also invited some of my closest friends to attend too. Cannot wait to see everyone and spend time dancing the night away!

On another note…this was on my door in the morning so I saw it right as I was leaving for work. Someone must have snuck it on for me…!

Yep…supportive people are amazing!

Sometimes you just need a reminder

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