Metamorphosis Update

This is my Metamorphosis Update.  Yes, I did indeed lose weight and inches.  Yay!  TBS (the big sis) is convinced I'm smaller than I think I am.  However, being that it's my body (and I know my body), she's incorrect. I lost two dress sizes. (i.e., new clothes)  Now, I simply want to continue to tone and tighten.

In my opinion, the key to any type of exercise program or gym is consistency.  Since I adore food (and it loves me back), I must keep moving.  Dang. That just reminded me of Dory in Finding Nemo. Just keep swimming...just keep swimming.


Back to editing!

Edits are Coming...

My edits are coming my way this month from Ellora's Cave. GULP. I'm excited and just a twinge apprehensive. I wonder how any things I can back out of by using my soon-to-be all-consuming edits. Just off the top of my head, how about these:

• I really wish I could help you with your project, but I have edits.
• I meant to wash that load of clothes, but those edits really took a lot out of me.
• Was I suppose to take the dog to the vet? Oh man, those edits don't leave a lot of time to do much else. 
• Dinner? Are you really hungry? We could stand to skip a meal.

LOL.  Now, where'd I see the discount for housecleaning?  I have a feeling I'll need it.  

Kissable Lips

As an author of romance, there are times when you write scenes in which your characters kiss.  And why not?  It's a pleasurable activity.  But you don't usually read about characters who struggle with dry lips, right? I reason then, why should the author?  I've been on a quest to find the perfect lip accessories for quite a few years. I can't tell you how many tubes (empty, half-used, and never opened) I've tossed out. Perhaps I'm not trying the right brand you might think.  But, my "didn't work for me" pile included drugstore brands to high-end brands. When I found a shade I liked, the lasting power wouldn't make it beyond my morning coffee. And when I located one with staying power, the color shouted, "look at me. I'm doing a dry-run for Halloween."

Most balms and stains did nothing but dry my lips out and the glosses never lasted.  Even after exfoliating my lips, I was constantly reapplying. Nothing kills romance faster than having to look in a mirror to check the status of my lips before puckering up. 

What's a girl who yearns for kissable lips to do? I'm probably the last person to discover the fantastic lipgloss and sticks from NYX Cosmetics.  But, since my experience wearing their products is beyond amazing, I couldn't keep the news to myself. 

The first time I wore my NYX lipgloss, the color remained as did the softness of my lips. I figured it was a fluke. I mean, surely this product didn't actually do what it promised.  So, I tried another color.  Same result. After using the glosses for two weeks (and I might add, receiving compliments), I'm in love with NYX. 

I'm currently using the butter glosses. Try them and see if they work for you. Remember, exfoliate first, apply, and then kiss away! (No I'm not an employee. Just a satisfied customer).

An Admission of Sorts

Yes, I fell off the wagon.  BUT, I climbed back on.  Consistency is clearly the key.  I missed roughly four days.  Why? Life intruded. Family obligations here, deadline there. It was baaddd.  Dust bunnies dusted me off instead of the other way around.  A lack of sleep kept my eyes closing so much coffee did nothing to keep me awake.  I guess when your body decides it needs rest there’s not much you can do to prevent it.

I like the Metamorphosis tapes and I do see a difference.  I’m on the next set of workouts for Days 11-20.   I will say this though, I’m not a huge fan of cardio.  I feel like I’m an authority on workout tapes considering I have a “library” of them (at least that what I’m told).  I can do only so many jumping jacks, mountain climbers, etc. before my rebellious nature kicks in and I reach for the remote to turn the TV off.  What's someone like me to do? I get my cardio by dancing.  I know, I know.  I’m not following the Metamorphosis program to a “T.”  However, I work much harder if a great beat backs my moves (sort of like how I could leave Usain Bolt in the dust if a bear ran behind me).

My musical tastes are eclectic for sure (After sending off my taxes last night, I felt the need to hear Tupac. Don't judge me). Yep, nothing like shaking a little somethin’ somethin’ to a favorite song.  After my “cardio,”  I was fired up and ready to lift and tone.   

Try it, it might work for you too.  And if not, at least you’ll be in a good mood.

Day 2

A friend asked why I was only doing a 30-day challenge when the Metamorphosis program runs 90-days.  Easy question to answer. If I don't last 30 days, there's no need to worry about 90.

Day 2 was a good day.  According to Tracy's method, she's targeting the small muscles. I don't know how small they are, but I'm working something because I feel the burn. Good thing too since I get discouraged quickly. When it comes to exercise, I have the attention span of a day-old puppy.  Exactly—nonexistent.

There's only so many times I'm going to swing my leg in the air and squeeze at the top of the motion without a reward. I'm kinda like Pavlov's dogs in that respect.

Question to self:  what's with the canine theme today?
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Metamorphosis

Day 1

Since edits are a whole different ballgame from writing—at least for me. I figured now was as good a time as any to “edit” my body.  Hence, I’m taking the Metamorphosis challenge.

30 days is a serious commitment. Sorta like changing one's haircolor.  I've had the DVDs for a while, just never got around to using them.  However, I'm not getting any younger (no matter how much I subtract a year or two from my age. Okay, five).

Since chocolate looks like it’s here to stay, I need to become content with being plush, or at least the firmest version of plush I can be.

Yep. All I have to do is hit "play."

P-L-A-Y...bring it on!

Why I've Been Silent

Well, good news to report.  I've been hard at work and it has paid off.  I recently signed a three-book contract with the wonderful Ellora's Cave!  Check out their site to find out why I've been a longtime fan of their authors and books.

So while I haven't forgotten about my delightful demons and the agents of the Galactic Agency, the three upcoming books with EC are contemporaries.  I hope you'll be on the lookout for them and I'll keep you posted as to the my progress. I'm awaiting on edits on one the books now.