Goal Accomplished...

Since college I've wanted to do a sprint triathlon, but it was one of those goals that was so out of my league I didn't know when or how I would actually do it. in Feb. I finally decided it was time. This is my training chart, I posted it on my wall and everyday when I completed the work out I crossed the day off. At the end of the week I gave myself a smiley face, saying I completed that week of training. 8 long weeks later, I signed up for the "RAGE TRIATHLON" at Lake Mead.

Swim: 750 meters Bike: 12.4 miles Run: 3.1 miles

We began 1/4 of the way in the lake and waited for the official to say, on your mark...get set...go! I swam and swam and swam. It seemed like it was taking forever...But sure enough I ended up seeing the last buoy i was to pass and swam like my life depended on it:)

I guess I came in too fast on my bike that no one really got a pic of me on the bike...but the cycling was the most intense. It honestly seemed like it was uphill both directions. But 12 and half miles later, I racked my bike and set off for my 3 mile run.

The run wasn't so bad...just one hill and then some dying to get some water.
I had such a fun time. I can't believe I did it!
My results: Time- 1:44:24 gender place: 37 Division: 4th (age 24-29) Overall: 131

Another 5K under our Belts...

Every year our ward does a stake 5K including relays. I don't know how Todd does it, but he swears he's going to train a month before hand, but ends up training the week prior (which ends up being 2 days)...but does a great job in finishing the race. I was determined to do better this year than last, and i'm proud to say i did. I finished in exactly 26 min.

Heather is in the background, she erika and I run every saturday together. Oh what would i do w/o them:)
Our ward color is red...look at us representing the Red Sox!

erika, melissa and I

Confession Time...

I love the show Fresh Meat II on MTV! Kate and I are obsessed with the Dual and Fresh Meat. Every season we get together for the premier and have a little party....Yes just the two of us, but we love watching it and secretly pretend we're on the show. We know all the "characters" from every season, so it's easy to have an opinion! We have been big Wes Fans ever since he was on Real World;) So this may be foreign to some of you...so let's just say last night Kate and I had the best time watching our little show!

How Could You Say No...

...to eating this oh so delicious dessert. I found this recipe on the best website ever http://bakerella.com/ I brought this divine dessert to a dinner party last night... and let's just say it was a hit;) (heather)

Chocolate Chip Cooke Pie

1 unbaked 9" pie crust

2 eggs

1/2 c. flour

1/2 c. sugar

1/2 c. packed brown sugar

1 1/2 sticks of softened butter

1 c. chocolate chips

1 c. pecans or walnuts ( I chopped them)

Serve warm and w/ ice cream

Bake 325

Beat eggs until foamy

beat in flour, sugars and butter

stir in chocolate chips and nuts

Bake 55-60 min/cool on wire rack

*If using a frozen pie crust, let it thaw completely and use deep dish. Bake on a baking sheet and increase baking time slightly.

Thanks Takoda...

This little boy loves to help me, whether it's taking out the trash, loading the dishwasher or cooking, he sure knows how to score points with me!

Oh the Memories...

The Bliss family Reunion was a success! It was so much fun to see everyone and get out of Vegas for awhile. While we were there we saw the Jazz vs. Lakers game! Takoda loved being with family and especially with his cousins, they had so much fun playing together!Us Tubing in Park CityWe stayed in a cabin in Midway and everyday we passed these horses Takoda would say "horse" So we decided to stop and let him feed them...he loved it!15 months and loving life;) This boy sure has a lot of energy (to say the least) He makes me smile everyday. He now weighs 27 lbs, loves to be outside and loves animals. This past weekend our family friends invited us to go to the sand dunes. Can i just say Takoda loved it, he even fell asleep on one of the rides. We had so much fun and can't wait to go again in a couple of weeks!

Shout Out to Kate

Kate is on winter break from school right now and let's just say it's always an amazing time when we hang out. Whether we're just watching TV or shopping(which she hates to do) we some how make it enjoyable. She also has been a big help in babysitting whenever I need her, So Thank You Kate!

Random facts about Kate (from my point of view):

Favorite thing to do: Sleep

Favorite Color to wear: purple

Hobby: reading

Bad habit: well there's lots, but biting her nails and being maybe a little too blunt at times:)

Favorite Food: Chipotle

Favorite past boyfriend: Josh...haa haa

talent: texting extra fast

You love it when it's cloudy and rainy, you love driving fast and listening to your favorite band...but most of all you love little Takody:)