Litter

And I don't mean of the cat variety.

This is my dog, Spike.


Isn't he cute?

Today I took Spike for a 2 mile walk. It was so lovely. I had my music, I picked up his poop...it was great.

And then I saw it.


This small little Krystal's burger box.

What the hell, people? Why do you litter? Why can't you find a trash can? I found a trash can for my bag o' dog poop.

So ridiculous.

So, I've decided, once I get my loan disbursement, to spend $10-$25 buying one of those trash pickers. And whenever I walk Spike (which I'm resolving to do more often) I will pick up trash along the way.

Peace,
Mrs. H

Some Recent Observations

So. I work at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, at the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride.

It's pretty cool, most of the time.

Well, recently, since I can pretty much do most of my job with my eyes closed, I've taken to people watching.

And I have noticed something.

The fatter they are, the slower they are, physically and mentally.

Now stop, before you jump down my throat please note that I, myself, am fat.

"Everyone says that."

Here we go; I'm posting my weight online so you'll believe me.

280 pounds.

Whew.

Anyway. My theory, which I'm sure has been made before but I'm too lazy to go researching right now, is that high-fat diets are damaging brain cells...somehow.

Now, this isn't to say that fat people are DUMB. Just SLOW. As in, slow to react (physically and mentally).

I try and make this distinction because, given the time, said fat person will get what I'm saying as well as the next skinny person. But the skinny person can ask me a question, hear what I"m saying, and grasp the concept while walking AWAY from me. The fat person will ask me a question, start walking away, going, "Huh? Huh? Huh?" Then have to walk back and stare at me like I'm talking a foreign language.

I feel a little odd, talking smack about those who are overweight, but as a fellow fatty, it's like, "Oh, hey, ya'll, I see why being overweight is a bad thing beyond our physical health."

Also, I have gingivitis. And I need to go to the dentist, so whenever I get my loan disbursement, guess where I'm going!

I officially give up soda. Today. Forever and ever, as well as any sugary drinks (not including fresh squeezed juices that I know contain no extra sugar). I also give up prepackaged candy and baked goods. That stuff is no good for you and if I have to make it myself, I will be less likely to do it...cause it takes effort.

Peace,
Mrs. H

Well, I feel sheepish...

And now I want to watch Aladdin...

Anyway, so it's been a while (again) and my friend over at Adventurous Appetite mentioned me in her blog, saying that I was "insanely creative" and it was like...

"Awww...crap, I need to update now."

So, here you go! Today's update is...

DIY Finger Paints!

and

Bean Sprout Soup!

Both are super easy. Mr. H made the finger paints, as I was at work and wanted to paint when I got home (even though I ended up passing out instead).

I got the recipe for the finger paints here. No picture unfortunately because I don't know where my camera charger is...I'll find it eventually.

Mr. H said it tasted okay; it has a sweet/salty taste. So I mean, if you're into that kind of flavor, I suppose it could be used for...erm...bedroom time...

*BLUSH BLUSH BLUSH BLUSH*

ANYWAY.

Bean Sprout Soup

Ingredients
Bean Sprouts (I had about 0.8 pound)
Water (enough to make the sprouts float and become SOUPY, ya know, like a soup)
1/4 cup soy sauce
Drizzle olive oil
Garlic salt
Ginger powder
White pepper

Put everything in a big ol' pot. Bring to a rolling boil for 10 minutes.

That's it. SO EASY. It would be a great side dish. It's going to accompany some rice and steamed veggies tonight when Mr. H gets home.

This healthy dinner will be to combat the pasta bake he made last night, which was delicious but SO UNHEALTHY.

Peace,
Mrs. H

Coconut Oil, My Love

What can't coconut oil do?

It can cook. It can keep my pits smelling fresh (with the help of another faithful, baking soda).

And now I have discovered (via the internet) another use for the wonderful fat (WHO THOUGHT THOSE TWO WORDS COULD BE USED IN THE SAME SENTENCE?!).

You can SHAVE with it.

It's pretty rad, actually. You just rub the oil all over your legs and shave like normal. It's a GREAT lubricant AND it moisturizes while you shave. I shaved yesterday and my legs STILL feel insanely soft.

Please, do yourself a favor. Stop buying icky shaving cream, stop resorting to soap (or shampoo in my case) and just pick up some coconut oil.

You will NEVER look back!

Soft shaven peace,
Mrs. H

Focusing on the good!

So this weekend I went up to Gainesville for a friend's birthday.

It was super funsies!

However, yesterday, I was so tired (2 hours of sleep) and so hungry (hadn't eaten in 8 hours) and thusly so impatient...

...that I ate out.

I know, I know. It is disappointing. But! I can proudly say I went a month without eating out!

Hooray for me! That's actually a HUGE achievement.

But I will be starting my 100 days over starting tomorrow.

And I WILL prevail!

Peace,
Mrs. H

PS I'm writing this post from my PHONE!!!

Detergent Review

Okay, so Mr. H did some laundry with our homemade laundry detergent. When it was all said and done, he wasn't as itchy (still a little itchy, so I'm wondering if there might be something in the kind of soap I used to make the detergent...). It got our clothes just as clean as other detergents. There wasn't that "pretty smell" like you get with other detergents; it just smelled...clean. It was cool.

All in all, I'd say success.

Peace,
Mrs. H

Chef Boyardee is calling...

No real post today. Horrible day with the muggles. Need to relax. Eating Chef Boyardee and playing LEGO Indiana Jones.

You don't get to judge me.

NO PEACE TODAY
Mrs. H