Day 07

Day 07 - A picture that makes you laugh

the wonderful daughter of my best friend and her first coffee.

Day 06

Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day

Do I really need to explain why I want to change places with Ellen Pompeo. I would Love to be on the set of Grey's Anatomy for a day. And She is absolutely gorgeous, it would be nice to be back in the acting scene as well, I miss acting so much. 

Day 4 & 5

Yeah I did it again.... I promise I am going to get better at this

Day 04 - A picture of yourself and a family member

My wonderful little sister and me

Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory

The day Christopher graduated from Boot Camp at Parris Island, I was so thrilled to be back in his arms.

Day 2 & 3

Look at me I have just started and I am already falling behind, Lets see if this will be the last time I do this.

Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you are the closest with

Anyone could have guessed that my husband, but after you live with some one for a while you learn all sorts of things about a person. Like there favorite side of the bed, his habits, or he daily routine. I love my husband I and I love how close we have become.

Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show

Yeah, I have already blogged about this one so I will leave it at this... Grey's Anatomy is my favorite TV show.

Day 01 - A picture of yourself with fifteen facts

• I have two different sized ears
• I am married to a wonderful man who is a US Marine
• I cannot live without water 
• I usually smell of chlorine
• I live in California
• I love to read books with only happy endings
• I grew up with a little sister
• I am a lifeguard, LGI, and WSI
• I am a good wakeboarder
• All my friends seem to be getting married now
• I want four kids
• I hate where I live
• I have one niece and two nephews
• I am a day time nanny
• I love to blog

Another Everyday Challenge

Alright I think it is time for another challenge, this time in photos. For 100 days I am going to post a picture according to the list. Starting tomorrow of Course... But for Now here is the days of the the challenge.

Day 01 - A picture of yourself with fifteen facts
Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you are the closest with
Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show
Day 04 - A picture of yourself and a family member
Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory
Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day
Day 07 - A picture that makes you laugh
Day 08 - A picture of your most treasured item
Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most
Day 10 - A picture of someone you do the craziest things with
Day 11 - A picture of something you hate
Day 12 - A picture of something you love
Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist
Day 14 - A picture of your favorite store
Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die
Day 16 - A picture of someone who inspires you
Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently
Day 18 - A picture of the sexiest Man alive
Day 19 - A picture of something you love to do.
Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel
Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget
Day 22 - A picture of something you never leave the house without
Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book
Day 24 - A picture of someone you miss
Day 25 - A picture of you from last year
Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you
Day 27 - A picture of your favorite night
Day 28 - A picture of your favorite place in the world
Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile
Day 30 - A picture of your favorite quote
Day 31 - A picture of food you made
Day 32 - A picture of what you did today
Day 33 - A picture of somewhere you went today
Day 34 - A picture of your favorite morning
Day 35 - A picture of your hometown
Day 36 - A picture of your pet
Day 37 - A picture taken at school
Day 38 - A picture of your favorite drink
Day 39 - A picture of your favorite food
Day 40 - A picture of your friends
Day 41 - A picture of your favorite weather
Day 42 - A picture of you listening to music
Day 43 - A picture of you celebrating
Day 44 - A picture that describes your life
Day 45 - A picture of your favorite cartoon character
Day 46 - A picture that you edited
Day 47 - A picture of your favorite animal
Day 48 - A picture of you more than 10 years ago
Day 49 - A picture of you and your best friend(s)
Day 50 - A picture of yourself
Day 51 - A picture of you wearing sunglasses
Day 52 - A picture of you dressed up
Day 53 - A picture of you in a car
Day 54 - A picture of you on your last vacation
Day 55 - A picture of you with a date
Day 56 - A picture of you all bundled up
Day 57 - A picture of you in your backyard
Day 58 - A picture of your hair all done
Day 59 - A picture of you at prom
Day 60 - A picture of you at a sports game
Day 61 - A picture of you in the fall
Day 62 - A picture of you on a ride
Day 63 - A picture of luggage
Day 64 - A picture of you at work
Day 65 - A picture of you at a park
Day 66 - A picture of you in the air
Day 67 - A picture of you doing something childish
Day 68 - A picture of you outside
Day 69 - A picture of a crazy night out
Day 70 - A picture of someone you don't go a day without talking to
Day 71 - A picture of you with people you work with
Day 72 - A picture of you with unbelievable scenery
Day 73 - A picture of you somewhere warm
Day 74 - A picture taken professionally
Day 75 - A picture of you receiving a reward
Day 76 - A picture of you drinking something
Day 77 - A picture of you and friends making silly faces
Day 78 - A picture of you in the dark
Day 79 - A picture of you in the water
Day 80 - A picture of you and someone you love being silly
Day 81 - A picture of you with a character
Day 82 - A picture of someone you love asleep
Day 83 - A picture of you and a teammate
Day 84 - A picture of a school project
Day 85 - A picture of your favorite holiday
Day 86 - A picture of someone who helps you with school
Day 87 - A picture of someone you grew up with
Day 88 - A picture of your dream car
Day 89 - A picture of you at a hotel
Day 90 - A picture of you wearing your favorite color
Day 91 - A picture of you and your friends playing a game
Day 92 - A picture of your school
Day 93 - A picture of your favorite board game
Day 94 - A picture of you and your friends eating
Day 95 - A picture of you on a plane
Day 96 - A picture of your favorite movie
Day 97 - A picture of something you no longer have
Day 98 - A picture of you and your friends out somewhere
Day 99 - A picture that was first on your Facebook.
Day 100 - A picture of you smiling

The Weekend Edition

This past weekend Christopher and myself when for a little eleven mile walk, (Okay, Okay, Not so little) in Toro Park. This was a true test for myself to see if I finally have the inner strength to say I can. The pride I felt after getting to the half way point (the top) was incredible. My recovery time for long hikes/walks has improved and I have an easier time catching my breath. My next goal is running. I want to run so bad but I am still scared of the strength it takes to run... mental power is over half my battle. During our hike I did decide to take a stumble down some loose gravel, which put a damper on the hike down. But I am fine now, Sore but fine. Oh and I forgot to mention I did this all in Five Fingers. I love those shoes.

Any one in the Monterey area looking for a fun family outing this would be the place. Just 13 miles from our lovely little peninsula this park is a wonderful hideaway. There are many beautiful trails (over 20 miles) that can accommodate anyone's interests; trails for hikers, bikers, or horse riders. Made for the nature enthusiast. The 4,756 acres of pastures is to die for, these rolling hills are beautiful, scattered with a large collection of wildflowers and wildlife. There are also two ball fields, horseshoe pits, playgrounds, and picnic areas. There is a fee to get into the park but it is not much. $6 Monday-Friday and $8 on Saturday/Sunday.

The 2011 Tsunami

I guess my heart is going to lead where my blog is going to go today. For anyone who knows where I am located, WE are fine. The prediction is waves of height is between 3ft and 8ft about 14 seconds apart, our area is more worried about flooding than anything. It appears Japan is getting pretty hard and my heart goes out to everyone out there, including Military member and their families stationed over there. As of right now the death count is at 300 and expected to increase even more.

When people think of a Tsunami, what is the first thing that comes to mind? One Big Giant Wave, right? But, what is a Tsunami really?

I have been curious about this for a while and i finally found the inspiration to go looking for it. Simply put, a Tsunami is ocean waves generated by a sudden change of the ocean water level. Most commonly caused by earthquakes, but Tsunamis can also be caused by landslides, volcanic eruptions, and comet/meteorite impacts in the ocean. It is like a fast rising flood or wall of water that strikes with devastating force, that comes in a series that may continue for hours.

As a tsunami crosses the deep ocean, it could only be a few feet or less in height and cannot be seen nor can they be felt by ships. As a tsunami approaches shoreline the wave height increases and the currents intensify, creating life threatening and property damage waves. Sometimes just before the tsunami strikes, coastal waters are pulled back into the ocean, more shoreline may be exposed than even at the lowest tide.

A Tsunami wave can travel up to nearly 600 miles per hour unnoticed in deep water, that is the speed of a commercial jet plane. It is possible for it to move from one side of the Pacific Ocean to the other is less than 24 hours. As it travels to shallower coastal water the speed slows and the wave height begins to increase. Currents associated with tsunamis may reach up to 35m.p.h.

The warning signs of a Tsunami can include a strong (difficulty standing) earthquake, felt in coastal areas; a sudden unexpected rise or fall of the ocean tide; and a loud, roaring sound (similar to a train or plane) coming from the ocean

The size and impact of Tsunami waves can be determined by offshore and coastal features like reefs, bays, river entrances, undersea features and the slop of the beach. As a tsunami reaches the coast and moves inland, the water level can rise many feet. Only in extreme cases has the water rose to more than 50 feet and 100 feet at the earthquake's epicenter. The first wave is usually not the largest, one beach or coastal community may see no damage while just a few miles down shore can see more destruction. Flooding can extend inland by 1000 feet or more with debris.

How a Tsunami Works?
(this is for the most common cause, earthquake)

1. An underwater earthquake occurs when plate shifts abruptly and pushes water upward with tremendous force 
2. Low and fast waves are generated in all directions across the ocean, some speeding as fast as 600m.p.h 
3. As waves enter shallower water, they are compressed, their speed slows, and they build height. 
4. The wave height increases and associated currents intensify becoming a threat to life and property. 

The Facts

• Not every earthquake will generate a tsunami 
• Tsunamis that strike coastal location in the Pacific Ocean Basin are most always caused by earthquakes. 
• Tsunamis may be originate from a distant location and may not be preceded with a local earthquake 
• Tsunamis can reach the coast within minutes of an earthquake's 
• Some tsunamis can be very large and can move inland several hundred feet. 
• All low lying coastal areas can be struck by tsunamis. 
• A tsunami consists of a series of waves. Often the first wave may not be the largest. The danger from a tsunami can last for several hours after the arrival of the first wave. 
• Tsunamis can move faster than a person can run. 
• Sometimes a tsunami causes the water near shore to recede, exposing the ocean floor. 
• Tsunamis can occur at any time, day or night. 
• Tsunamis can travel up rivers and streams that lead to the ocean. 
• A small tsunami at one beach may be a giant tsunami a few miles away. 

All the information I have found can be found at NOAA and Storm ready

Health update

This is nothing more that a update on my health problems that I have been facing for the past year.

I had blood work done in February and to come to find out  my TSH T3 count has spiked to 11.96 (the range for an average person should be between 1.0-2.0) when it was 3.09 in December. What made it even more odd was that my T4 Free count was normal at 0.85.

For those who don't know TSH is the thyroid-stimulating hormone that is tested when checking for thyroid gland problems. TSH is produced when the Hypothalamus releases a thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) in which triggers the pituitary gland to release TSH. TSH causes the thyroid gland to produce two hormones: triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4); theses help control the body's metabolism. {more information about thyroid problems can be found on WebMD}

But on a light side of my health I am finally seeing results in my weight, at my doctors appointment in February I was 201, losing weight was slow but it did exist. Now I am 197 and going down. It is still slow but I am finally able to have pride in myself again. I still have a long road ahead of me but I am back on the right road.