The weekend.

Friday -- The hubby and I went to see "I Love You, Man". Hilarious. Jason Segal is absolutely adorable. The director must be a huge Rush fan 'cause they were referenced and featured all over that movie.

Saturday -- Teens took my sis and I to an Intro to Poll Dancing class. It was fun but I don't think I'd return until I get into much better shape. It's two days later and I'm still ridiculously sore. Good workout, though. Sis and I came home from the class and scrambled to get ready so we could head out to Paladino's (valley biker bar) with the hubby and J to catch a Cheap Trick tribute band. Not so good. They had a female singer who had a decent voice but the band itself was just boring as hell.

The other cover bands were pretty shitty too. Had drinks and laughs (thanks Joel!) and left the place around 1:30am (not before taking an awesome spill in front of the bar 'cause I could barely balance on the platform strappy shoes I decided to sport that evening. Good job, Britty!). Headed over to Sunset Blvd. and had my piercer pull out my lip ring. INSTANT relief. He thinks I was allergic.

Sunday -- Felt like crap. Possibly a reaction to the removal? The ridiculous wind? My body reacting to a two hour work out? Whatever it was, I kept it mellow, passed out and even missed Joel's Xanadu party 'cause I was just totally incapacitated. Good times.

And now for a mindless survey...

Hi, my name is:
Britty

Never in my life have I been to:
Abercrombie & Fitch. Pretty gross.

I love to:
stay in nice hotel rooms.

I hate it when:
my cravings get the best of me.

If you're gonna talk smack about me:
I'd rather not know. So you better be smart about it.

The one person who can drive me nuts is:
my man. Hehe.

When I'm nervous:
I rarely show it.

The last song I listened to was:
my husband singing "How Deep Is Your Love" by The Beegees. Heh.

If you were to get married today, your maid of Honor/Best Man would be:
Sharon Robinson & Rick Niedzwiecki.

My hair is:
soft, a bit wavy and in need of some pink.

When I was 5:
I had a head of massive curly hair.

Last Christmas:
we didn't get a chance to visit Cleveland and I missed the snow, family and friends a lot.

I should be:
in bed and passed out but work is too crazy right now.

The happiest recent event was:
our wedding, our honeymoon and lots of little fun moments since then.

My current annoyance is:
feeling like crap & ridiculously sore muscles from last Saturday's 2 hour workout.

I have a hard time understanding:
how you pole dancin' ladies hang upside down by your ankles. Pure insanity!

There's this guy that I know:
who has a bit of superiority complex. Get over yourself.

The thing I want to buy is:
a new bed. Squatting on the floor is fun for a while but I'm kinda over it.

If you visited the place I'm from:
you'd notice a thousand oaks.

Most recent thing I've bought myself:
Coffee. I broke down and had to do it. It's already one of those days.

Most recent thing someone else bought me was:
a Red Bull & Vodka. Thanks sis!

Middle name:
Anne.

In the morning:
I crave Starbucks. Always.

Last night I was:
passed out with a shitty head/body ache.

If I was an animal I'd be:
a snake. And I'd scare the crap outta myself.

Tomorrow I am:
anticipating Thursday.

Tonight I am:
hanging with my man, running errands and watching our "stories".

My Saturday.

Watching bad television... wading through laundry... contemplating the Pole Dancing workout class scheduled for this evening. Oh Teens, what have you gotten us into? :) It's okay, I know we'll have a blast.

I've also made the decision to have my lip ring removed. It hasn't quite healed as it should have and although I love how it looks, I'm just done with the swelling and pain.



Aurvoir.


RIP.







I hope it rains today.

Rule your mind or it will rule you.

I am on Day 3 of this strict nutrition plan and I'm finally feeling back to normal. The first few days were a tad headachy and grouchy but today feels fine.

I utilize this extremely helpful website called Sparkpeople to keep track of everything I eat and it's working out really well. Just to get an idea of how the website works and what I've been eating, here is yesterday's consumption:

Basically, it's 11 days on a moderate calorie, moderate fat and 20 carbs a day regimine. This will give me a jump start before I begin the Body For Life plan: 6 small meals a day (carb & protein balanced), 6 days a week of exercise and 1 free day free-for-all. I participated in this program about 5 years back and lost over 40 pounds. It's definitely the most healthy of all nutrition/weight loss plans and if you can stick with it, the results are wonderful.

Thanks to everyone for all your support and encouragement. I aim to make you proud.

Well, I've been confused by the startled look in your eyes...

Today marks Day 1 of a very strict eating plan that Paul and I have devised. We'll be keeping with this one for the next two weeks and then I'm back to Body For Life.

I can do this and I need to.
I spent some time this weekend uploading photos from 2004-2005 and realizing how far I've let myself go.

(2004)

Dear lordy be! So, it's on like Donkey Kong.

A Child With Layers On.

I'm falling in love with this album.

This will either surprise you or not. My boss has told me more than once that I have the most random and eclectic musical taste that he's ever encountered. I take it as a compliment. If something has amazing melody lines, if it jitters my soul; I'm in love.

* * * * *

It appears I haven't really announced this to many people but I have started playing in another band. This band is so far nameless and included my husband, my best friend and her husband. We've had only three rehearsals so far and I am absolutely astounded with the progress we're making. At this rate, we'll be able to start playing shows in a few months. I wonder what that will be like again...

* * * * *

I will be turning 30 in 1 month and 22 days. It's not like I'm counting. ;-) I'm not sure how I feel about this. I'm not necessarily freaked out. However, I'm slightly saddened to bid farewell to my twenties. My life has been such an amazing and unique adventure so far. I know I have so many incredible experiences ahead of me. Although I feel I've grown so much in only the last five years, I also remain the giddy 12-year-old who still gets butterflies in her stomach the day of an exciting concert.

What's next?

I'm playing in a band again (kid). I'm married (adult).
I still enjoy girl nights and sleep overs (kid).
I'm beginning to contemplate having babies (adult).
I wouldn't change anything for a million bucks.


"Growing up is never easy. You hold on to things that were. You wonder what's to come. But that night, I think we knew it was time to let go of what had been and look ahead to what would be. Other days. New days. Days to come. The thing is, we didn't have to hate each other for getting older. We just had to forgive ourselves
...for growing up."
- The Wonder Years

(Part of) My Life in (some) Photos.

This is a handful of photos I've pulled from my
Photobucket account.



A little peak into my life....

Animal hanging out at the tat shop while Paul fixed up his Animal tattoo.


The hubby washing off his new tat. HOT!


My first and second tattoo.


Jim & Paul at Sharon & Jim's engagement party at Brass Monkey.
Oh lordy.


Oops! Dey fell! New Year's Eve 2007.


Our magical 2004.



Tower of Terror (California Adventures).



Dane Cook and I (January 23, 2007).


Oh silly girls (behind The Cat Club on Sunset).


Don't ask.


Again, don't ask ;-)


My sister and I hanging out on the Winger tour bus.
That's how the Collins sisters roll.



The album cover from one of the records I released.




One of my many birthdays at The Rainbow Bar & Grill.



Self reflection portrait at the BFF's parent's house.
Bobby Boy in the background ;-)


Third Eye Blind at The Canyon Club (May 16, 2007).


My most favorite Betsey Johnson necklace.


We like to Be-Dazzle.


My most favorite meal at one of my most favorite restaurants.
(Linguini with white clam sauce at The Rainbow Bar & Grill)


RIP Daisy.


Just a typical day at Venice Beach.



Butch Walker at The Troubadour. The owner pulled me from the floor and let me stand on the stage to take photos! Too bad I only brought my shitty camera.


Photo shoot with my gorgeous girl, Brillana.


Sharon & Jim, back in the day!!! AWWW!


Live photo shoot of A.i. at The Roxy (September 11, 2007).


Filipino feast for Erin's birthday party.


Good memories. RIP.


My sister and Lemmy from Motorhead at The Rainbow Bar & Grill.


More of my silly photography.


I love trips to Vegas with the fam.

Palazzo.



My favorite restaurant and meal in Vegas.


My bosses spoil me (Work birthday dinner in Malibu).



Some of my favorite movies.


View from Monterrey Bay Aquarium.


The room where Mrs. Winchester died (Winchester Mystery House in San Jose). I love the lighting on this one. Super creepy.



Our first tropical drinks at the sea side bar at our honeymoon resort
(Turtle Bay, Oahu)





...and so life continues on.

Worth it.

I actually drove a round trip of 46 miles yesterday to pick up deli sandwiches. Haha. The place is called Rinaldi's in El Segundo. Paul happened to stumble upon it while purchasing my 3 year anniversary gift at a nearby jewelry store and he immediately insisted we take the drive to eat there. They seriously put crack in their sandwiches. I gladly made the trip yesterday afternoon to pick up three Godfathers; basically a whole bunch of meat and amazingness. It doesn't hurt that the Main Street of El Segundo is super cute and cozy and the weather was absolutely gorgeous. Who knew there was such a cute little town so close to the ugly airport.

And now I'm craving another sandwich...