Well, the little guys have figured out that there is a handsome doggie living with us. They already love Chepe.
Chepe is not so sure...but for now they are ok :)
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Showing posts with label Chepe. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chepe. Show all posts
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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Book review: Marley & Me (No spoilers!)
Marley & Me, by John Grogan
Since I know a few of you are reading it I won't give away anything, but will just tell you how I feel about it.
I loved it!!! I think anyone that has ever had a dog will love this book. I think maybe even people that have never had one, but I don't know that they will get it as well (I may be wrong, but there are just certain things that you don't know about unless you have had a dog!).
I usually read at night or during business travel flights. While I read in bed, I'm next to a serious reader, the hubster. He reads serious books. Military, history, you name it...serious stuff!...So, apologies to him if my reading habits interfere with his serious reading (although i think he probably just ignores me..hehe). When I read in the plane, I'm next to strangers and don't feel comfortable laughing out loud (or crying for that matter).
I have learned the hard way that there are certain books I want to read at home. I want to feel free to laugh out loud or cry like a baby. It's the best thing about reading...living emotions through characters is always healing to me. Any book that taps into my emotions, whether good or bad, is a good book in my mind.
After reading a few chapters, I knew this was a book I wanted to read at home. i was laughing OUT LOUD!. Every night while reading I would glance at Chepe and that just made me laugh harder (probably remembering similar episodes in Chepe's life).
As I was getting close to the end, I also knew this was a book I wanted to read at home. I also knew this was a book I wanted to finish alone!. No offense to my dear serious reader, but I wanted to be alone. One Saturday night, I called it a night early on and came upstairs. Got myself ready to finish the book. And well, let's just say afterwards I felt very light and slept like a baby. It's a sad but happy feeling....the best kind.
Dogs are just amazing. Anyone that has been blessed by having one touch their lives knows what I am talking about. So don't get sad, be glad and know you're lucky...and the best dogs are sometimes the "worst" dogs :)
And here is a picture taken last week of the little one that terrorizes the neighbors and dogs (big or small). Chepe is a funny character and now in adulthood there are a few Chepesisms I thought I would share,
Since I know a few of you are reading it I won't give away anything, but will just tell you how I feel about it.
I loved it!!! I think anyone that has ever had a dog will love this book. I think maybe even people that have never had one, but I don't know that they will get it as well (I may be wrong, but there are just certain things that you don't know about unless you have had a dog!).
I usually read at night or during business travel flights. While I read in bed, I'm next to a serious reader, the hubster. He reads serious books. Military, history, you name it...serious stuff!...So, apologies to him if my reading habits interfere with his serious reading (although i think he probably just ignores me..hehe). When I read in the plane, I'm next to strangers and don't feel comfortable laughing out loud (or crying for that matter).
I have learned the hard way that there are certain books I want to read at home. I want to feel free to laugh out loud or cry like a baby. It's the best thing about reading...living emotions through characters is always healing to me. Any book that taps into my emotions, whether good or bad, is a good book in my mind.
After reading a few chapters, I knew this was a book I wanted to read at home. i was laughing OUT LOUD!. Every night while reading I would glance at Chepe and that just made me laugh harder (probably remembering similar episodes in Chepe's life).
As I was getting close to the end, I also knew this was a book I wanted to read at home. I also knew this was a book I wanted to finish alone!. No offense to my dear serious reader, but I wanted to be alone. One Saturday night, I called it a night early on and came upstairs. Got myself ready to finish the book. And well, let's just say afterwards I felt very light and slept like a baby. It's a sad but happy feeling....the best kind.
Dogs are just amazing. Anyone that has been blessed by having one touch their lives knows what I am talking about. So don't get sad, be glad and know you're lucky...and the best dogs are sometimes the "worst" dogs :)
And here is a picture taken last week of the little one that terrorizes the neighbors and dogs (big or small). Chepe is a funny character and now in adulthood there are a few Chepesisms I thought I would share,
- He doesn't know many tricks, but the ones that he knows he has mastered
- He may not know hot to heel and walk beside you "properly", but is always excited to go for a walk.
- He may not always come when you call him, specially if he's taking a nice nap...but he will come around when he is ready and finish the lap next to you.
- He is our little black bear, but is as tender as they come.
- He barks at everyone that walks by...specially if they are kids. He has a specially mean bark reserved for them....but has shown that even when my nephews terrorize him, he will just run away and not hurt them.
- He is at his happiest when his favorite humans are together in the couch.
- He is the best napping partner you will ever find and appreciates if you share the nap blanket with him.
- He likes to sleep on his back, legs up...what? is that not how most dogs sleep.
This post is dedicated to all dogs that have and for those that continue to touch your lives.
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Halloween Week Updates!
So many updates so little time...and I know all my readers just couldn't wait for me to check back in! haha ;)
First things first. I had a horrible week at work so I never really did make it out for a second run in AZ. On Friday, I got back and was exhausted (had taken a 5am connecting flight!)...so there was no running either!. Saturday, I decided to go out for a run before our Halloween party, did about 3.5 miles and my foot didn't bother me much!!!...I do have an appointment on Tuesday with the Podiatrist to go check out my friend Morton!. New week tomorrow and hopefully I will get back to my training normally.
We had a very nice weekend!. We got invited to a Halloween party on Saturday. After going to the stores most people go to to get their costumes and not finding anything, we decided to go to one of our favorite stores....Sports Authority!...so here we are..very creative right?? ;)). Hey, at least I get to wear my outfit again! (that's actually a cute running skirt I bought last weekend!). Which reminds me another great reason why I love running. You can now run in skirts! Hello? how cute is that!?
I love Halloween...I already took our decorations off (sniff, sniff), but bought a few more (on super sale!) that will make an appearance next year :)
Here are a few pictures from Friday:
Today we went to a comedy show (to watch Frank Caliendo). He was AMAZING! that guy can do any voice and imitate just about anyone!....but his impression of Bush is just too much! plain hilarious!!!!!. I love comedy shows and this one was very good!
I'm ready for bed. I have some recipes in line (with pictures!)....I will get to all of them (eventually)...but if anyone wants a particular one then drop me a comment and let me know which one you want me to show you first!
The recipes are:
- Rubbed Spices and Garlic Grilled Snapper
- Parmesan Truffle Oven Fries
- Andreina's Pot Roast
- Swedish wanna-be Meatballs
Good night and I hope everyone starts off the new week great!!!
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Running Update - Week 3
I have officially completed Week 3 of my 12-week program to get ready for the 10K!...The last update said week 1, but that was actually week 2!
This week was awesome. I actually stuck to my exercise plan (just moved the last run to today). So here is the summary of results for the week:
I was supposed to do the long run Saturday and take today off. Instead, yesterday I did some gardening while Alejandro got the outside of the house cleaned. This change may actually screw up my plans for the coming week. I guess have to sit and figure out what to do (was supposed to do a long run Monday, but I think after today I should probably do something else and give the good ol' legs a little rest)
It really is crazy how quickly your body becomes stronger. Just a couple of weeks ago 3.75 miles seemed like a stretch goal!.
Here is my Nike+ summary...sorry about the quality, not sure what happened there!. The gray columns are the plan, the green columns is what I actually did. You can see my plan for tomorrow is a long run, so I will have to modify that (although I am not sure the plan can be changed....will be asking my super Nike+ know-it-all friend Emy tomorrow)
The box on the bottom is the detail of the run I did today. The drops are stoplights. You can actually see the second half of the run (after that stoplight) I picked up the pace and maintained a good pace until the end. I think a good song came on and I realized I had already done over 3.3 miles and was feeling good!.
Regarding the hacking of the Ipod to recover lost runs...I never really got around to it and I guess I came to peace with the fact that I lost a run (lol!). My super running friend, Emy, has uncovered what we think is the root cause for losing workouts in Ipod cyberspace. Apparently, all the times she has lost her workouts, she played music right after ending her workout. Similarly, I did the same thing the day I lost my workout. Sooo...we think we may have solved the mystery. We are not 100% sure, but just in case we are not listening to music right after ever again! haha ;)
Not happy tomorrow is Monday, but pretty happy with the way my week ended in terms of my running. It was actually a very good week all around :)
Hoping everyone enjoyed the weekend!!!. I leave you with some pictures of the little one, the Chepster! (look at those perfectly trimmed eyebrows and beard!)
This week was awesome. I actually stuck to my exercise plan (just moved the last run to today). So here is the summary of results for the week:
- Mon: 3.81 Miles / Time - 39'30'' / Pace - 10'20'' per mile
- Tue: 1.69 Miles / Time - 16'34'' / Pace - 9'47'' per mile + PUMP Class
- Wed: 4.30 Miles / Time - 44'05'' / Pace - 10'13'' per mile
- Thu: No run, PUMP Class
- Fri: No run, Kickboxing Class
- Sat: Rest (well deserved I may add!)
- Sun: 5.07 Miles / Time - 52'16'' / Pace - 10'18'' per mile
I was supposed to do the long run Saturday and take today off. Instead, yesterday I did some gardening while Alejandro got the outside of the house cleaned. This change may actually screw up my plans for the coming week. I guess have to sit and figure out what to do (was supposed to do a long run Monday, but I think after today I should probably do something else and give the good ol' legs a little rest)
It really is crazy how quickly your body becomes stronger. Just a couple of weeks ago 3.75 miles seemed like a stretch goal!.
Here is my Nike+ summary...sorry about the quality, not sure what happened there!. The gray columns are the plan, the green columns is what I actually did. You can see my plan for tomorrow is a long run, so I will have to modify that (although I am not sure the plan can be changed....will be asking my super Nike+ know-it-all friend Emy tomorrow)
The box on the bottom is the detail of the run I did today. The drops are stoplights. You can actually see the second half of the run (after that stoplight) I picked up the pace and maintained a good pace until the end. I think a good song came on and I realized I had already done over 3.3 miles and was feeling good!.
Regarding the hacking of the Ipod to recover lost runs...I never really got around to it and I guess I came to peace with the fact that I lost a run (lol!). My super running friend, Emy, has uncovered what we think is the root cause for losing workouts in Ipod cyberspace. Apparently, all the times she has lost her workouts, she played music right after ending her workout. Similarly, I did the same thing the day I lost my workout. Sooo...we think we may have solved the mystery. We are not 100% sure, but just in case we are not listening to music right after ever again! haha ;)
Not happy tomorrow is Monday, but pretty happy with the way my week ended in terms of my running. It was actually a very good week all around :)
Hoping everyone enjoyed the weekend!!!. I leave you with some pictures of the little one, the Chepster! (look at those perfectly trimmed eyebrows and beard!)
Monday, October 13, 2008
Isa's Birthday Dinner....I smell Cedar! (Cedar Plank Salmon that is!)
A couple of weeks ago my dad and Isa came to visit...we had an awesome time!. It was around the time for Isa's birthday so I decided to throw a dinner party to celebrate. If you know me you know I take any opportunity I have to throw a "party" (and if you are Alejandro you probably laugh every time I say the word "party"). You would also know how much I enjoy cooking and making people feel welcome and special. So that was my goal for that night!
First stop that morning was get some flowers to dress up the room. I opted for some hydrangeas because I love the height and beautiful colors. Then it was off to the grocery store to get some salmon...and some cedar planks!. I wanted to attempt making a cedar plank salmon, inspired by one we had while we were in Yosemite, CA. Let me tell you...it was delicious!!!. I am not good at following recipes so I basically made it up as I went along. I will attempt to make up a recipe, but add your own touch! that's the most important thing in the kitchen, have fun and be creative!.
The dinner was a success, the chocolate pecan pie (store bought!) was delicious...and most importantly, the birthday girl had a great time :)
Before you start, make sure you have a grilling helper...Chepe is always ready and he enjoys all the wonderful smells ;)
Grilled Cedar Plank Apple Mustard Salmon
1 Cedar Plank (they sell them at my local grocery store!)
Wild Salmon (I never buy farmed..it's not good for you!).
1 tablespoon Mustard (I used Spicy Brown)
2-3 Organic Green Apples, thinly Sliced
Garlic (about 4 tooth)
Olive Oil (about 1 tablespoon)
1/2 yellow onion, diced
1 Lemon
Sliced Green Onions
Salt/Pepper
Honey
First stop that morning was get some flowers to dress up the room. I opted for some hydrangeas because I love the height and beautiful colors. Then it was off to the grocery store to get some salmon...and some cedar planks!. I wanted to attempt making a cedar plank salmon, inspired by one we had while we were in Yosemite, CA. Let me tell you...it was delicious!!!. I am not good at following recipes so I basically made it up as I went along. I will attempt to make up a recipe, but add your own touch! that's the most important thing in the kitchen, have fun and be creative!.
The dinner was a success, the chocolate pecan pie (store bought!) was delicious...and most importantly, the birthday girl had a great time :)
Before you start, make sure you have a grilling helper...Chepe is always ready and he enjoys all the wonderful smells ;)
Grilled Cedar Plank Apple Mustard Salmon1 Cedar Plank (they sell them at my local grocery store!)
Wild Salmon (I never buy farmed..it's not good for you!).
1 tablespoon Mustard (I used Spicy Brown)
2-3 Organic Green Apples, thinly Sliced
Garlic (about 4 tooth)
Olive Oil (about 1 tablespoon)
1/2 yellow onion, diced
1 Lemon
Sliced Green Onions
Salt/Pepper
Honey
- 2-3 hours before you are ready to eat, soak the cedar plank in water. Be careful because the cedar can stain white sinks (we found this out in CA!). Make sure the plank is not floating, place a heavy object to make sure it stays submerged under water. Leave it there until you are ready to grill!
- Using a hand blender (or regular blender) blend together 1 Apple, mustard, Juice from lemon, garlic, Olive Oil, a bit of honey and salt/pepper to taste. Once smooth, add the diced onions and spread on top of salmon. Let it marinade in the fridge.
- Thinly slice the remaining of the apples (enough to cover the entire fish) and dice the green onions. Save them for when you are ready (I pre-sliced the apples and saved them in the fridge on a water bowl to keep from browning).
- Heat your grill to about 375F. Once hot, place the cedar plank directly on the grill and close it. After 5 minutes, turn the plank and place the salmon on the hot side. This is when I added the sliced apples and green onions to the top (that way they didn't fall out when placing the fish on the plank!). Just make lines with the apples to cover the fish. Close the grill.
- The salmon should be ready after about 25 minutes...it will depend on thickness though!. We had to check it and put it back in a couple of times. Be careful to not overcook it and know that it will continue to cook a little bit even when it is off the grill (just from the hot plank).
- Have a water spray bottle handy just in case. My plank didn't catch fire but I did read in the back of the packaging this was a possibility!.
I served this with rice and veggie kabobs...It was really good! Great presentation, amazing smell and healthy too! ...sit and enjoy!
Isa, I hope you enjoyed your birthday!!! We loved having you here!!!. Thank you for the pictures too! We're taking reservations for next year ;)
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Change of running plans!
"Happy people plan actions, they don't plan results" (Dennis Wholey)
....little change of plans, but that's ok. I was supposed to run yesterday, but had a busy day at work and then great company for dinner (Papin & Isa!).
So I will be running the 3.1 miles from yesterday today, and going to kickboxing class tomorrow...then leaving my long run for Saturday. Or at least, that's the plan!.
We were talking this morning how busy people are usually the most effective. This is so true. The busier you are, the better you plan and the more you get done. Sometimes I wonder how I even think I have time to get into something new (wink, wink socia)...but being busy motivates me and having a plan (even if I don't stick to it completely) gives me that sense of accomplishment and makes me want to do more. I guess I get this whole planning gene from my dad!
Of course, there are always the lazy...non-planned days. Chepe is an expert at those days and I can honestly say that the BEST lazy days are spent with him. Just look at this...not a worry in the world. So, when I need a lazy day, I grab on to this guy and take a nap!. In case you are wondering...yes, this is how we find him on a frequent basis!
....little change of plans, but that's ok. I was supposed to run yesterday, but had a busy day at work and then great company for dinner (Papin & Isa!).
So I will be running the 3.1 miles from yesterday today, and going to kickboxing class tomorrow...then leaving my long run for Saturday. Or at least, that's the plan!.
We were talking this morning how busy people are usually the most effective. This is so true. The busier you are, the better you plan and the more you get done. Sometimes I wonder how I even think I have time to get into something new (wink, wink socia)...but being busy motivates me and having a plan (even if I don't stick to it completely) gives me that sense of accomplishment and makes me want to do more. I guess I get this whole planning gene from my dad!
Of course, there are always the lazy...non-planned days. Chepe is an expert at those days and I can honestly say that the BEST lazy days are spent with him. Just look at this...not a worry in the world. So, when I need a lazy day, I grab on to this guy and take a nap!. In case you are wondering...yes, this is how we find him on a frequent basis!
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