So I've never been a big "coupon-er" and I've never been one to look for discounts everywhere before buying. I really don't know what's gotten in to me. Anyway, my work requires shirts with a collar. I literally own maybe 3. So today is pay day. I decided to buy a couple more shirts. The couple I have are American Eagle brand and Aeropostale brand. I know, I know, I'm not 16 anymore.... But they fit me the best and they are super comfy. So I decided to go buy a couple more American Eagle ones. So I was happy to see they were on sale for $20.
So everytime I type to search a company in google.... you know it fills in with something it "thinks" you could be searching for? Well whenever I do that it fills in with coupons, or discounts. So I went ahead and decided to search for discount codes. I mean really, what the hell, it couldn't hurt and it could actually save me some money.
So I found this blog:
Coupon-Codes Online
At first I didn't think that the discount code would be valid, but sure enough it was. Saved me $6 on my purchase! Heck I'll take it. The site has a ton of discount codes for various places including amazon.com, Kohls, JC Penny, Target, and the list goes on. Not only can you find the discount codes for online purchases but you can also find printable coupons for groceries and other retailers! There are expiration dates for some of the offers, but it's totally worth checking out before you buy online! This blog is going in my favorites and I thought I'd share with you! Enjoy!
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Comfort
It's Friday night, most people my age are out socializing, drinking, having a good time. My Friday night is at home, in bed, resting up for an early Saturday morning run. I've been throwing in some bigger runs.... big to me runs anyway.
5:15am the alarm went off. Just barely enough time to eat some food and get bundled up. I turned on the news to see what the temperature would be. It was in the single digits with a wind chill. Hmmm, this should be interesting. I know that if I don't go through with this run I'll feel terrible all day. I kept thinking about what I COULD do instead. I could head to the YMCA and run on the treadmill. I really wanted to do 10 today though. It would be easier, warm, and COMFORTABLE.
Really it seemed like the temperature wasn't an issue for me. I guess I wore enough layers. I was winded. Even though I didn't feel the cold on my skin, it was affecting the way I was breathing, it was hard. As we ran I wasn't sure how far we were going. I watch my garmin the whole first half. At 2.5 miles I thought maybe we could head back. I'd be happy with 5 for the day. Then at 3 miles, I thought 6 miles sounded pretty good. By mile 4 Adam asked me if I wanted to go for 8 or 10? And at that point, what's another mile? I'm glad we went on to 10. I had to shut that internal dialogue off. The entire first time I was worried about what was going to be easy or comfortable.
Then I started to think about the whole comfortable thing. Being comfortable isn't going to make me stronger or faster. Being comfortable isn't going to help me be a better or faster runner. In order to improve, I must push limits and push past comfort. The most uncomfortable runs are the ones I'll learn the most from, both mentally and physically. I'm not saying that every run, every time, needs to push limits because I know the relaxing runs are important. It's balance of all of them. But this run, was my uncomfortable run; and it was good.
This whole comfort thing goes for everything. Life would be boring if everything were easy and comfortable. Push limits in every area. It makes everything more exciting. And truth is, everything will be all right. Pushing limits only makes you stronger.
5:15am the alarm went off. Just barely enough time to eat some food and get bundled up. I turned on the news to see what the temperature would be. It was in the single digits with a wind chill. Hmmm, this should be interesting. I know that if I don't go through with this run I'll feel terrible all day. I kept thinking about what I COULD do instead. I could head to the YMCA and run on the treadmill. I really wanted to do 10 today though. It would be easier, warm, and COMFORTABLE.
Really it seemed like the temperature wasn't an issue for me. I guess I wore enough layers. I was winded. Even though I didn't feel the cold on my skin, it was affecting the way I was breathing, it was hard. As we ran I wasn't sure how far we were going. I watch my garmin the whole first half. At 2.5 miles I thought maybe we could head back. I'd be happy with 5 for the day. Then at 3 miles, I thought 6 miles sounded pretty good. By mile 4 Adam asked me if I wanted to go for 8 or 10? And at that point, what's another mile? I'm glad we went on to 10. I had to shut that internal dialogue off. The entire first time I was worried about what was going to be easy or comfortable.
Then I started to think about the whole comfortable thing. Being comfortable isn't going to make me stronger or faster. Being comfortable isn't going to help me be a better or faster runner. In order to improve, I must push limits and push past comfort. The most uncomfortable runs are the ones I'll learn the most from, both mentally and physically. I'm not saying that every run, every time, needs to push limits because I know the relaxing runs are important. It's balance of all of them. But this run, was my uncomfortable run; and it was good.
This whole comfort thing goes for everything. Life would be boring if everything were easy and comfortable. Push limits in every area. It makes everything more exciting. And truth is, everything will be all right. Pushing limits only makes you stronger.
Friday, February 10, 2012
Impressions
A few weeks ago The Janesville Gazette has printed a simple article about the Ragnar Relay Race from Madison to Chicago. Our team captain was interviewed and her photo was printed in the paper. She had mentioned her teammates, including me! I was pretty excited :) Anyway, That day I had to work at Woodman's. I was checking for the first half of my shift.
My 6th grade math teacher Mr. Mitchell came through my line. I see him a couple times a month, but never really said anything to him. I wasn't sure he even remembered me. Anyway, as he handed me his check he asked "Did I see your name in the paper? You're runnin' that race?" I was completely shocked. First, that he recognized me, and second that he put the name to my face. After all those years, and all those students that he had taught, my name, and my face stood out to him. I'm not a teacher, but sometimes I have a hard time remembering people I had gone to school with. Heck, I can't even remember half of my teachers. Haha!
What kind of impression had I made on this person that he remembered me after so many years? Then I really got to thinking....
Here are the definitions of impression:
Now I see it differently. An impression is the way you affect someone and their life. The way you affect how someone feels, thinks, acts. A mark.... on the heart.
Usually I don't get sappy like this but I truly believe there are people in my life that have touched my heart. I never want to forget them, the way they make me think or feel, and the way they inspire me. I'm doing my best to keep the people that leave the greatest impressions around.
Life isn't like that though. It seems almost impossible to keep the people you want in your life for a long time. Life is demanding, life is busy, and these days you'd be lucky to keep a good friendship.
So, for my 6th grade Math teacher to remember my name and my face and put it together all at once is crazy to me. I keep thinking.... "What kind of impression did I make? Why does he remember ME?" We make impressions and we don't even realize how strong they are. We don't realize the affect we have on other people sometimes. I think it's because we are always in our own little world.... worrying about us and our own lives that we don't stop and look. We are in this together.... We'd be pretty bored by ourselves. Life isn't about the things you do for yourself, it's about relationships you build while doing what you love. Pay attention to the impressions you make, how you affect people, and how people affect you. Let them know they mean something to you.
My 6th grade math teacher Mr. Mitchell came through my line. I see him a couple times a month, but never really said anything to him. I wasn't sure he even remembered me. Anyway, as he handed me his check he asked "Did I see your name in the paper? You're runnin' that race?" I was completely shocked. First, that he recognized me, and second that he put the name to my face. After all those years, and all those students that he had taught, my name, and my face stood out to him. I'm not a teacher, but sometimes I have a hard time remembering people I had gone to school with. Heck, I can't even remember half of my teachers. Haha!
What kind of impression had I made on this person that he remembered me after so many years? Then I really got to thinking....
Here are the definitions of impression:
When I think of the word impression I usually think of first impressions. The first time I meet with someone. Almost like judging them, but it's more their vibes. How they seem to be.
im·pres·sion /ɪmˈprɛʃən/ Show Spelled[im-presh-uhn] Show IPAnoun1. a strong effect produced on the intellect, feelings, conscience, etc.2. the first and immediate effect of an experience or perception upon the mind; sensation.3. the effect produced by an agency or influence.4. a notion, remembrance, belief, etc., often of a vague or indistinct nature: He had a general impression of lights, voices, and the clinking of silver.5. a mark, indentation, figure, etc., produced by pressure.
Now I see it differently. An impression is the way you affect someone and their life. The way you affect how someone feels, thinks, acts. A mark.... on the heart.
Usually I don't get sappy like this but I truly believe there are people in my life that have touched my heart. I never want to forget them, the way they make me think or feel, and the way they inspire me. I'm doing my best to keep the people that leave the greatest impressions around.
Life isn't like that though. It seems almost impossible to keep the people you want in your life for a long time. Life is demanding, life is busy, and these days you'd be lucky to keep a good friendship.
So, for my 6th grade Math teacher to remember my name and my face and put it together all at once is crazy to me. I keep thinking.... "What kind of impression did I make? Why does he remember ME?" We make impressions and we don't even realize how strong they are. We don't realize the affect we have on other people sometimes. I think it's because we are always in our own little world.... worrying about us and our own lives that we don't stop and look. We are in this together.... We'd be pretty bored by ourselves. Life isn't about the things you do for yourself, it's about relationships you build while doing what you love. Pay attention to the impressions you make, how you affect people, and how people affect you. Let them know they mean something to you.
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