Is Riding a Horse Good Exercise?

Well this past weekend was kind of busy with the family reunion and a bridal shower. They were both fun, but I was a little bummed that we didn't get to take the kids to the horse show that was going on in town. Every once in a while the local horse club(not sure if it's a club, but you know what I mean..lol) has a show. We caught part of one a while back, after one of Kaitlin's soccer games, and both the kids really enjoyed it. The show usually has a kids category, so they really like that. It's cute seeing the kids in all their equestrian apparel. I'm just waiting for Kaitlin to say she wants a horse, she loves them. I'm sure she'll figure out sooner or later that a real horse would be more fun than her toy spring horse....lol!

I have to say too, that I've noticed the adults are all very fit...so riding a horse must be a good workout. I wonder how many calories it burns? I might have to try it...lol! I used to ride horses when I was a kid at my aunt and uncles, and I remember loving it back then. Anyone have a horse? Is it good exercise? I'm curious...Leave me a comment! :)

Just a Thought....

I was thinking earlier about how cool it would be to live in a big city. Right now I live in a dinky little town. It has two(yes two) stoplights! So, very small, and because it's so small...there is NOTHING to do! If you want to do something like go to a movie or eat at a nice restaurant....you have to drive at least 45 minutes to do it. There are good things about a small town too though. It's quiet, everybody knows everybody.....well I guess that could be a good or bad thing...LOL!

I found out a few months back that a girl I went to high school moved to New York City. How cool is that! She wanted to be a photographer, so she just packed up and moved. That's pretty brave I think. I would imagine that there are a lot of people that do that though. There are a lot of people trying to make it in this world. I would imagine that the moving companies New York
has are pretty busy. I hope my friend does well, she's an excellent photographer.

One of these years I would at least like to visit New York City. I think that would be really fun. Maybe when the kids are older. That's what I always say..."maybe when the kids are older." LOL! I really do hope that we do though...I think it would be a great experience....

So, if you could take a trip to anywhere.....Where would YOU go?

Found This Today...

I found this today on CNN...thought it was kinda neat. It has a nice little success stories section that might be inspiring for someone. I read through them and they are pretty good. I needed a nice success story this evening, was feeling kind of down. So I thought you might too.. So go check them out, the articles are good too..

Weekend Plans

I love the weekend for many reasons. My husband being home is the biggest reason. I love to relax or go out on family outings. Usually we just end up going to mall or out to my husband's brother's house for some super competitive Wii playing. No matter where we go though, we always have fun, and we're together, that's the important part.

This weekend we have two things on the agenda. One is my husband's family reunion. Always lots of fun. The kids always have a blast with all the games and fun stuff going on. I'm sure this year won't be any different. The second thing we are doing is a bridal shower for my sister-in-law. It's just Kaitlin and I going to that one though..no boys allowed. That should be a lot of fun also.

In between there I'm going to try to talk the hubby into going and trying to find a cheap treadmill. I don't think it will be too hard though, he wants one too. Might also hit some yard sales and this big flea market thing going on. I'm always on the lookout for wholesale handbags. I love handbags. I have way too many! It's definitely an addiction..lol!

So that's what I'm doing this weekend. What are you doing?

Momma Needs New Shoes

Or sandals to be more specific. I have no sandals and it's summer...there is something wrong with that...lol! So I'm looking at Naot shoes and thinking about getting a pair of sandals. They look pretty comfy and durable...I need durable...I tend to beat up my shoes. I"m still deciding on which ones though, I like them all so it's going to be a tough decision.

I also sometime this week have to go shopping for a bridal shower present. That should be fun. I am not sure at all what I'm going to get for the bride to be. She is registered at a few places so that helps...a lot....lol! What's a good bridal shower gift? I'm so clueless on stuff like that..

I also sometime this week want to start a good cleaning on my house. From top to bottom. That should be fun...not..lol! So what are your plans for the week?

I Want a Treadmill!

Really Bad!! Because getting myself motivated enough to do a exercise tape just ain't happening...lol! I have decided that I hate exercise tapes. I hate having to find them in the stack of dvds, I hate having to put it in every time I want to use it, and most of all I hate the instructor ladies on them...they are WAY too happy! Nobody should be that happy while exercising, it's just not right....lol!

I've had a couple treadmills, and an elliptical machine, and I really liked them both. Of course they ended up in a yard sale at some point or another... So I really would like to get a new one. I can put it in the living room and watch my favorite shows while I'm walking. There's only one gigantic problem.......I can't afford one right now...WAHHHH....It sucks, but I'll get over it..eventually...lol! I really need to win the lottery....I need to start working on that...LOL!

A Very Sad Day

Today we have lost to Hollywood legends.....Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson. Farrah was just 62 and Michael only 50. I am still in shock and am so sad. These two people were icons and to lose them in the same day is just shocking.....I have no other words....They will be greatly missed. Their families will be in my thoughts and prayers....

Another Boring Day

I've been sitting here all day at the computer. I've watched tv all day, my soap operas, my sitcoms, various commercials and infomercials on everything from potty training to mesothelioma, and of course the "Big Announcement" on "John & Kate + 8." Not surprisingly they are getting a divorce.... The cat was kind of let outta the bag this afternoon though, when papers were filed at the courthouse, before the show even started. Anyways, now I'm watching "The Cake Boss." NOT a good show to watch when you're trying to diet.....now I want cake...lol! Ugh...I think I just need to go to bed and call it a day.....lol! Goodnight everyone!

Lack of Energy

I need a dose of energy. My energy has just totally disappeared this past week. I feel blah and could sleep for a week straight I swear. My diet has suffered because of my blah feeling. My current diet pill is still working great, but I am starting to consider some alternatives that might give me a little energy, like pure ephedrine. I don't think I will change anything anytime soon, but it's nice to know the alternatives. Maybe after I lose 30 lbs or so on this one I'll try something else. Have to wait and see how it goes I guess...lol! I know I should start exercising...that would give me an energy boost, I know. I just can't seem to bring myself to actually do it.. Why do I hate exercise sooooo much!?!? Ugh!! I know I can't be successful at this diet thing until I start exercising, but yet I still can't bring myself to do it. Guess I need to just start doing it...that's easier said than done. How do you get up the gumption to exercise?

The Proposal

I can't wait to see this movie! It has my favorite guy in it...Ryan Reynolds! It also has one of my favorite actresses ever...Sandra Bullock. Mostly I just want to see it so that I can drool over Ryan Reynolds.....lol! It looks really funny too though. OH and it has Ryan Reynolds in it...did I mention that already?...LOL!