Apr 23 2009

16 degrees and counting

As you get older, the unimportant things tend to filter themselves out and the important things make themselves known to you. Sometimes in the order of importance, other times ambiguously, but eventually it surfaces. Today I found inspiration in the words of someone I never really got to know. And I kind of regret not spending more time in getting to know her when I had the chance.

Been quite busy past couple of weeks. Cousin Tim’s wedding was gorgeous. It was at an old church in Waverley, and then we had lunch at a place overlooking the sea in Clovelly. It was nice seeing everyone here, especially my aunts and uncles who really know how to have fun! I can barely keep up. Mum and dad were around as well. Now that they’re gone I miss them all over again. Especially dad, who I am so much like.

The new gym routine is fantastic. I do mostly pilates and crunch, with a day or two of cardio thrown in when I have time. I wake up the next day quite hyper and I’ve been sleeping better. I’ve reduced my dairy intake by about half and eating organic and biodynamic foods when I can. Otherwise it’s business as usual where food is concerned. Lots of red meat and carbs. I’ve also been eating proper breakfasts which throws my metabolism into overdrive. Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to resist the odd mug or two of Max Brenner hot chocolates, nor the Easter bunnies lining up my shelves.. not when it’s getting colder here.

I can’t believe summer is well and truly over already. I am a good weather girl, waking up to blue skies and sunny weather actually puts me in a very good mood which lasts for as long as the sun is out. Winter makes me grumpier than normal. Sigh. On the bright side, I’ve unpacked my winter box of goodies and discovered some really nice jackets and coats I’ve forgotten about. And I am on the hunt for the perfect pair of boots. I can’t decide if I should go for flat knee-high slouchy boots, flat patent boots with a buckle, black cowboy boots or something with a heel. I already have brown slouchy suede boots but suede does not wear well when it rains sporadically as it does here all the time. I haven’t really hit the shops yet - I really should decide before I do otherwise I will end up buying more than one pair.

I have, however, bought a pair of mustard yellow leggings. I’ve been wanting one for a year and it’s probably out of fashion now. Oh well. Perhaps if I hang on to them long enough they might come back. Then again Australia isn’t really in the loop with everyone else when it comes to fashion…