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Tuesday, July 27, 2010

To all you Carb-a-phobes out there!


Hey all!

Every time I hear someone say: Oh don't eat carbs or I wont eat carbs after a certain time in the day, or are surprised that fruits and vegetables are carbs, it drives me nuts! People are very easily mis-informed or heard from a friend their aunt or cousin lost 30 pounds cutting out carbs, etc. etc. I bet you within 2- years that person will have gained back all that weight! Anyways, for those of you who wish to be more informed here is a good article from a trusted source (Shape Magazine). Check out the link to learn more about Carbs and how much you really need to live and active lifestyle! Enjoy!

http://www.shape.com/healthy_eating/nutrition_101/what_are_carbohydrates

Tuesday, June 01, 2010

Eating


I am by far not a nutritionist or qualified to give diet advice (exercise yes, diets no). BUT I do read a lot on the subject and have found an interesting article BY a certified dietitian that makes sense. Basically explaining how starving yourself is really the worst way to try and lose weight, or going for long periods of time without eating is not a sufficient way to fuel your body! Enjoy!http://www.weightlossresources.co.uk/calories/burning_calories/starvation.htm

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

I always forget that I blog...

am always forgetting that I enjoy to share my thoughts and feelings about what is going on in my life and in the world...until I read my friend Anne-Marie's blog and get inspired to write something (as I am doing now). Today I am in a sad mood...A recent tragedy has happened in Montreal and a good friend of mine and her boyfriend have lost 2 close friends. It really makes you appreciate your life and marvel over how things can change so dramatically in an instant. As I age, I realize this more and more. I really appreciate life and what I have...but that also makes me more scared to lose it (Catch 22). I am so sorry for the loss of the couple and although I did not know them, they seemed to have many who loved them and to have lead a happy life which I am glad for. RIPhttp://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=124419337585427I

Friday, July 03, 2009

Wouldn’t it be nice?

I would honestly love to be more creative. I really envy those who can paint, draw, sculpt, photograph and all those who perform various interesting art forms.

Artists express themselves so beautifully; it must be such a relief to be able to get your emotions out in a form that soothes and is therapeutic. Pouring your energy (negative and positive) into a creation is quite impressive.

It must feel good as an artist to know people actually care about your work, follow what you do, cherish your expressions. Most of the time in this life I feel as though no one is even listening to what I am saying. They have that glistening look in their eyes like they couldn’t care less. You all know what I mean, like what you are saying has nothing of importance to them whatsoever! It’s very rare to come by a good listener, someone who is not thinking of something else while you are talking. I suppose we are all guilty of it. Maybe being aware is the first step to becoming a good listener!

I suppose in such a fast pace world it is hard to slow down your constant thoughts of what you have to do next. I love the French culture where conversation is still an art and people converse quite frequently over many different topics. My boyfriend is from France and he taught me this. We honestly never run out of things to talk about and even the smallest of details are not left out. It took me a while to get used to hearing all the details, but it is worth it when I get a good listener in returnJ

Since I can’t paint, draw, make music, etc. maybe I can learn to master the art of conversation-the only problem is having someone to talk to!!

Keep listening peeps, you’ll probably learn something new and interesting once and a while-not to mention make someone feel good that they are heard and listened too!

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

I'm Back....

Hello Everybody!!! (Although I am sure there are a precious few who read my blog or find me interesting) but hello regardless…

I have the re-caught the blog bug and have been influenced by my very beautiful good friend Jenn (who recently started a blog- http://jennsarea.blogspot.com/) to continue with this one. Check hers out too!!

So much has changed since my last blog. I believe I have had 2 boyfriends since then, lost and gained a friend or 2 or 3 or 4….hard to keep track to be honest. But overall, quite happy how things have been shaping up…lots of lessons learned, hearts broken and bad dreams. All to teach me that people change, feelings change and this can equate to friendships changing- some for the good and some for the bad. I am sure in the next few blogs friendships will indeed be a large part of what’s on my mind.

As per relationships; I am in a wonderful one right now, with a wonderful man. Getting here was a long journey only my closest friends know. There are ups and downs (mostly ups) and I am excited to see where this one goes….yes you will be hearing about this one as well….

So welcome back to my blog: Sex in Montreal….I actually do live in the heart of the city currently, so the name is completely applicable (and a rip-off from a little show called Sex and the City)

TTYL!

E

Monday, October 23, 2006

I've been Had!!

Well my new realtionship is great i am not complainning (yet) but its funny how after my last blog about how I wish things wouldn't change, things are now changing. Small things like I sleep less at his place and before he would not care to stay after his hockey games with the boys and now it is a concern of his. Those things aren't bothering me but I can feel the changes coming on. I hate that- when men act all perfect and give up anything for you at first then slowly start reverting back to their single ways. They trick you!! You think you found the one man in the universe willing to not be like every other guy, he sucks you in, the whameee the "boys nights, etc" creep back slowly! You just feel jipped in the end. Im not at that point yet but I am expectting it! (and yes I am in a bitter mood!)

Tuesday, October 10, 2006

Shoe to Drop


I am enjoying my new relationship n every way possible. My new man is everything I have been looking for, for a long time. He is like my check list; sexy, smart, athletic, motivated, educated, sweet, sexual, the list goes on…He gets along with my friends, my parents like him and I can spend many days with him without needing a break. Yes we have had discussions and mini-fights but I have nothing really to complain about which is very strange for me. I guess you would say I am in the honeymoon phase. Everyone says that this phase does not last and just wait until things start to annoy you. This whole cycle I have been through MANY TIMES makes me sad and ill. I don’t want this to be like every other guy. This one is different. How do you break the cycle…the 8 month post-honeymoon transition where everything gets bad and those butterflies go away? I know a lot of it has to do with hormones and pheromones. I wish this was not the case. I would give anything to feel the butterflies forever. I know that is not possible but maybe there is another way? I hope so because I’m sick of waiting for the other shoe to drop.