Life...As I See It

Thursday Thirteen

Inspired by...

13 Things I Wish I Knew When I Was 20

1. the power of a positive attitude
2. your really are "what you eat"  
3. how much I would love running 
4. appreciate the little things 
5. wear sunscreen 
6. set goals  
7. people can be trusted (not all, but probably most)
8. how much I would enjoy being creative 
9. appreciate the little things in life 
10. not to be so hard on myself  
11. the things that seemed so important at the time probably aren't  
12. have confidence in myself  
13. I will have a passion for anything and everything photography 

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unintentional break

My summer break has been wonderful and, at times, crazy busy. Which has meant an unintentional computer break for the past few weeks. There have even been days when I didn't even login on Facebook [Shock]. Running. Scrapping. Sleepovers. Movies. And this, my favorite summer pastime...

And just because I think it's so cool. Just for fun. I created a My Right-Now Favorite Running Songs iMix that is now published on iTunes.

For today:

1. a run with Chad this a.m.
2. beginning to finalize plans for our trip to DC 
3. go to see the new Transformers movie 
4. finish editing and order photos 
5. go to the grocery store  

I hope everyone is having a fabulous summer!

Edited to add iMix link

To access on iTunes click on the mix title.

Years from now what will friends and family say when they look at photos taken over the years?

13 Things People Might Say When They Look At 1000s of Conyers Family Photos

1. Jill must have never left the house without a camera.
2. The first day of school was a really big deal. 
3. The Conyers went to Starbucks and the bookstore...a lot! 
4. Alyssa loved to have her photo taken. 
5. We hope Jill was at stop lights/signs when she took the shots from inside her car. 
6. There is a black and white phase, garage photo shoot phase and a fill-the-frame phase. 
7. What's the deal with all the running shoes photos?  And Starbucks' cups?
8. In addition to celebrations, milestones and special occasions, there are a lot of photos of day-to-day life.  
9. There are not many photos of Jill.  
10. Alec's first favorite TV show was Teletubbies. 
11. Alyssa loved pizza. 
12. Clearly, family time was very important in the Conyers' home.  
13. And because I often wish there were more photos of me when I was a child I hope one day Alec and Alyssa will both say, "thank you mom."  

What will people say about your photos?

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This and That

Enjoying summer break :)

Running on my schedule and not a work schedule.

Flip flops.

Movies.

Start a new season of cheer.

Sports physical for Alec to run Cross Country.

Races.

Reading.

Just hanging out.

My latest project has been Operation Digital Organization!

Using Adobe CS4 Bridge and Scott Kelby's PSE6 book, I organized and tagged photos dating back to 2003. All digital photos can now be found with a keyword and a click. This task was time consuming but totally worth it. Now, the "maintenance" of the organization is easy. Feels great to get this done. Next, backing up all photos on DVDs. This has been one of those things I kept putting off until I read in Scott Kelby's book, "it's not a matter of if your hard drive will crash, it's a matter of when." 

Not much scrapping going on in the past few weeks. 3 theme albums in the works and on Sun I'm starting A Week In the Life 2 (inspired by Ali Edwards ). Just adding the week to the existing album.

Time for bed and a little reading.

Saying Good Bye to Elementary School

The beginning. 

Kindergarten August 2002

 

And the end.

June 2009

13 Shots of Determination

This week Alyssa started her second season of competitive cheer. Overall, tumbling is her thing. Her strength. Starting the second season means new tumbling skills which, for Alyssa, means a Layout.

Morning routine at our house is once you have everything done and ready for school the time is yours. Alyssa was up early, dressed and everything done. Her time was on the trampoline. A Layout is her goal. The first 2 shots are of Alyssa talking to herself. I can just imagine what she is saying. I've probably had the same conversations with myself.

Determination

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Operation Nice

Today's assignment: 20Things

The latest assignment from Melissa at Operation Nice and she even provides a pdf download.

I filled out one for Chad.

T13 - Reasons I Love to Run

1. This puts into words exactly what I feel...

"It's very hard in the beginning to understand that the whole idea is not to beat the other runners. Eventually you learn that the competition is against the little voice inside you that wants you to quit." George Sheehan

2. No matter what is going on in life, when I run I think of nothing else. A mental break.

3. I love the feeling of passing people in a race (is that wrong?).

4. Staying healthy.

5. Being outside.

6. Reaching my goals no matter how big or how small.

7. Few things feel better than crossing the finish line.

8. Teaching Alec and Alyssa the importance of being active and an overall healthy lifestyle.

9. Works wonders for eliminating stress.

10. I've made some great friends.

11. Running is something we do as a family. Support. Encouragement. Together.

 

12. Setting a new PR is so cool. 

13. How can I not love something that makes me this happy

Life is Good

In case anyone missed my most exciting news...I have a new job! So excited about how this all turned out. Things really do happen for a reason (even getting RIFd). It's just that sometimes it's so freakin' hard to see the reason. Now I see it!

Having fun with my latest project. I finally decided how I want to document my 2009 Project Gratitude photos. Using my favorite, multi-size photos and an 8.5x11 album. I'm playing catch up now but my plan is to add to it weekly. Keeping it simple and doable. 

and

Last weekend Chad and I ran a race together! With kids and the fact that he prefers trail runs and I prefer street, this doesn't happen often. It was awesome! We had the best time with the excitement of the race, laughing, chatting, people watching, enjoying the post race food (in no hurry to get home) and doing what we love...together.

Yes, I would have to say life is good :)

Official New Moon Trailer

Stayed up way too late to watch MTV. Just to see this...

I can't wait until November!