Good morning friends and happy last day of the year!
First of all, I want to cover dinner last night. Has anyone tried this yet?
I honestly cannot remember the last time I had mac n cheese. When I saw this in the grocery store, my mom and I decided to get it.
Organic pasta, very minimal and unprocessed ingredients, and it actually has 10 g of protein in a cup. Win!
We paired the pasta with organic steak (red meat two nights in a row, who am I?), and brussel sprouts. I took most of the brussels, my favorite.
Workout
This morning I was up and ready to run. It’s still a little chilly in Florida, and learning from the the last time when I was freezing my little a** off, I decided to throw on a long sleeve shirt.
Mirror pics are still cool.
I actually wore some gloves too because my hands are pretty sensitive.
I’m sure I looked totally ridiculous, but I am not one to care about that.
My legs felt heavy today and I felt super slow, but my time actually ended up being pretty darn good. I completed 4 miles with my magic mile thrown in (for me is just under a 9 min/mi pace).
Of course mid-run, I was way too hot and had to roll up my sleeves. This is why I’m always afraid of wearing long sleeves on a run.
I blame the fact that I was feeling tired and slow on my lack of coffee this morning. I just jumped out the door without my caffeine, and will never do so again.
Will. Run. For. COFFEE. I need a shirt like that. Who wants to buy it for me? Or tell me where I can buy it? ; )
2011
I’ve been seeing recaps of the year all over the blog world. I wasn’t going to do one at all because I like to look into the future, and be prepared for what is to come.
Oh, who am I kidding? Frankly, I don’t remember everything that happened the entire year. I can barely remember what happened last weekend.
However, my blog is my outlet, and I want to be able to remember my year next year.
I only started this blog in August, so I haven’t documented all of this year, but I definitely want to be able to look back at the end of 2012 and be able to reminisce then.
This year has been a bunch of cause and events that have lead me to where I am today,
Top Times of My Year
- I tried out for America’s Next Top Model, and didn’t even get past the first round.
- I moved home and transferred schools.
- I fell in LOVE with a new sport, running.
- I started my own blog!
Events in Result
- Not making it into ANTM made me even MORE determined to become a model. I worked on toning up my body, and dyed my hair in order to stop looking so “commercial”.
- Moving home made me realize that I actually did like living in Orlando, and now I am moving back in a few days.
- Falling in love with running lead me to run my first race EVER, and lead me to sign up for my first half marathon!!!
- Starting my blog showed me that I truly have a passion for writing, and I signed up for all Journalism classes next semester. It also showed me that I am into photography, and connecting with other awesome people (that’s you guys!) with similar interests as me.
That’s pretty darn successful if you ask me ; ) I do have some goals that I want to keep in mind for the upcoming year.
GOALS
For the Blog:
- I want to work on a new design.
- Get more creative in the kitchen and come up with new recipes.
- Get into some freelance writing, or writing for stuff within my University.
For Fitness:
- Run my half marathon (duh).
- Get back into Bikram Yoga once my wallet allows me to.
- Try Cross Fit.
- Continue to challenge my body in any way, and get better at whatever I’m working towards.
For School:
- Get good grades.
- Officially declare a major.
- Take a photography class and really work on getting better.
For my Career:
- Get signed with a modeling agency and really strive to reach my dreams.
- Take an acting class and possibly work on that alongside my modeling (another dream).
- Become a fitness instructor as a side job while in school.
That’s about all I can think of right now. If you made it to the end of this post and actually read it, kudos to you.
Thanks for a year of learning 2011, but I’m ready to make the next the best. Bring it on 2012!
What was the best part of your year this year?
What are your goals for the next year?
What are your plans tonight?
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Love that mac n cheese!
If I were a judge on ANTM I would TOTALLY pick to to win! Seriously..you are super beautiful! <33
Just dont forget about us when your a super model!
Shannon from Healthiful Balance recently posted..NuNaturals Review & Giveaway
You are the best!!! <3 I absolutely will not ;D
Hello Love! Happy almost New Year!
Im really loving all your goals, life is about having goals and dreams! I wish you the best with all of them!
Love you!
Katie recently posted..{ Seven } sweets in 2011
Thank you so much! Love you too!
LOVE THISS!! ahh i wanna try crossfit too!!!
and girl you are BEAUTIFUL! seriously DO NOT LET GO OF YOUR GOAL!!! seriously you CAN AND WILL MAKE IT!!!!!! give it your all girl you seriously are gonna blow everyone away<333
Emily@RunningPerspective recently posted..resolutions
Letsss tryyy ittt! I wish we could do it together! Thank you soo much and your inspirational quotes, love ya girl!!
ANTM is missing out! I really hope you land something big and show ‘em who the real model is
I love to see that so many people have fallen in love with running this year. It’s life changing, isn’t it?! This year was really exciting, but next year is going to be even better!!
Tara recently posted..Memorable Eats
Thank you!! I am so going to show them.. I hope ;D It is life changing. I’m obsessed!
I never knew that about ANTM!!! You totally have what it takes to be a model!! You’re gorgeous girl! All your other goals for 2012 looks great too! I definitely have some blog related goals I want to accomplish as well. Hopefully we can both get it done!!
Kaila @healthyhelperblog! recently posted..A look back….
Thanks Kaila!!! You totally will, I know it
First off..I LOVE Annies..but whenever I make the box I usually eat way more then one serving..second..I had no idea you were into modeling?! that’s so cool! Your so pretty I’m sure you’ll accomplish your goal of being signed!
chelcie @ chelcie’s food files recently posted..Highlights of 2011
Haha so true! Awww thanks so much, I will try!
So cool that you tried out for ANTM! I think one of the highlights of this year was getting to see Steve Carell on the David Letterman Show and my goal for next year is to run the NYC Marathon.
Hope you have a fun NYE!
Heidi @ Idlehide recently posted..Last Friday of 2011
That’s awesome. I want to run the NYC marathon!! Lets run together
Great goals beautiful! Very inspiring and I love how they are all about YOUR dreams!
Thank you girl, it means a lot
Congrats on signing up for your first half-marathon!! It’s my favorite distance to run in a big event. Looking forward to following your progress and training
Stephanie @ Ultra Ambitious recently posted..2012: New Year, New You!
Thanks so much! I can’t wait
I LOVE Annie’s mac and cheese. The white cheddar one is amazing!
Awesome goals for 2012!
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope recently posted..Live by the Rules
Totally need to try the white cheddar!
ohhh I’m so excited for your 2012!
I would love to start yoga-ing…anything that helps my running!
Happy new year I hope you have a blast tonight!
xoxo!
Lizzy recently posted..please don’t end 2011!
Definitely start some yoga!! It’s a great stretch for running:) Happy new year doll!
I didn’t know that you want to be a model – that is so neat!
So sorry you didn’t make it onto ANTM though. But at least you just used that as fuel to improve instead of letting it get you down. I’m sure 2012 will be the year that your modelling dreams come true!
One of my big goals for this year is to run my first race. I’ve been running for 3 years but I’ve always been too scared to race.
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin recently posted..Fressen
Thank you, I really hope so
You should do it, you would rock it!!
ANTM doesn’t know what they’re missin. You’re so pretty girl! And now I want some mac and cheese for dinner
Olivia @unleashingmymind recently posted..Nail Polish for a penny!
Thanks Olivia!!!!
You have great goals for the next year! I totally wanna try cross fit too
It’s just so freakin’ expensive…
Michelle @ Oats n’ Bows recently posted..Year in review 2011
Thanks girl! I know, isn’t it? That’s the ONLY reason I haven’t tried it yet!
You have some major things going for you this next year! It will be great and YOU WILL ROCK IT!
That mac’n'cheese is looking so good! I seriously haven’t craved anything like that in years but now, I am- consider your post a complete success. I now want Mac’N'Cheese NOW!
Julie H. of Spinach and Sprinkles recently posted..3 years ago…
What the heck is a rabbit of approval haha?
Kyle @ Triathlete Talk recently posted..Lazy Days
thats the only mac n cheese I allow in my house!
bummer on Top Model taking you…love that show
I’m still working on goals…right now I just want to survive January and I’ll be more focused
Happy New Year
Tara Burner recently posted..2011 in Review
I definitely have to try that mac n cheese, looks delicious!!! I hope you achieve all your goals this year!!!
I love Annie’s mac and cheese!
Matt @ The Athlete’s Plate recently posted..Show Me The Venison
Oh my goodness! I have SO much to say about this post. FIrst of all, let’s start with YOU ROCK!
Loving the red meat … I’ve been incorporating more into my meals lately as well
Must be something in the blogging air! I’m definitely going to try a magic mile from now on during my runs. I think it’ll be a great way to shake it up and have some more fun! Crossfit & fitness instructor are some of my goals too!
And as far as modeling goes … you’re ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS. You would be an AMAZING, AMAZING model and I am cheering you on all the way. I’m so proud of you for continuing to pursue your goals and I cannot wait to see how it all unfolds. Regardless, you’re a beauty – now don’t you forget that!
Happy New Year!
Electra @ Vanilla Bean Lean recently posted..Starting off 2012’s Goals with a Bang!
YOU ROCK!! Lets definitely do crossfit and become instrcutors. Woo hoo
Thank you sooo much!! <33
I really want to try that mac n cheese now, I hope I can find some =)
Kadee recently posted..New Years Eve
Good luck
Love the ‘Will Run For Coffee’ shirt idea! Especially when it’s cold out… drinking hot coffee or tea first will keep your core temperature up! I also like to take one of those minty throat losenges (sp??) before strolling out the door.
I think you totally rock the brown hair! GL with all your goals! I was thinking about making a half marathon one of mine but I’m still a little timid/nervous..
Brittany *Sparkles* recently posted..Friday Fives (5s) — Post III
Very true! Thank you
Go for it!!!