I resolve to make NO resolutions!!!

Holy Batman.... It's 2013.  I can hardly believe it.  I've said this many times before...time flies!  It seems like the older I get, the more any anticipated event (Christmas, summertime, my birthday.... ) Comes and goes, before I know it.  I'm curious to see what 2013 will bring me. Or rather...what I will do for myself in 2013?   I have NO complaints about 2012... so here's to hoping, fingers cross that nothing but wonderful things continue to happen this coming year!   Initially, I though I would start the year by blogging a quick recap of 2012, and all my exciting milestones.... but as I sat here writing my "recap blog", I got to thinking about "resolutions"...  I've also said this before...I believe I have a mild case of A.D.D... so my mind drifted, AND a new blog was born! 

Do you make a New Years resolution?  And do you follow through with it or them? I've never been successful with a resolution. NEVER! 

So much like last year,  I resolve to make NO resolutions, AGAIN!  My goal,  has been renewed.... To just BE BETTER! Give everything... and I mean EVERYTHING 110% of Lisa!   I wear many hats (metaphorically speaking of course...) so with each one, my plan is add more FLARE!  More PIZAZZ!  I want to be a better wife, aunt, sister, daughter, friend, housekeeper, cook...whatever the hat, I plan to add a little something, something to each and everyone of them this year! I'm very much looking forward to what I will do for myself over the next 365 days!   What will you be doing for yourself in 2013? 

Stay Warm & Happy New Year
Cheers! 

L.G xo  

I'm busy, it's NAP TIME!

This happens more often then I care to admit, and.... It's usually the best sleep I've had in weeks! 

Police reports: Never fun when your in a hurry

You wouldn't just get up and run with a loaded gun for fun?  You certainly wouldn't lob it to your friend all willy nilly? Because you could kill them! Seems stupid of me to point out I'm sure...  But I was reminded today, just how stupid people can "seem" when they're driving.  I'm sure the a-hole (my nickname for "him") that almost hit me today...wasn't stupid, BUT for a split second, a momentary laps where he stop paying attention to what he was doing, he could have killed, or hurt us both.  He was texting.  BUT texting is really just one example, of what people do other than "drive" while they're driving.   I make mistake too.  We all do, especially, once we get used to or comfortable with something...like driving.  Next time you're about to pick that phone up, while your driving.... Use the loaded gun analogy. THAT is a mistake I doubt you would EVER make! "Woopsy doodle...  I forgot the gun was loaded" Probably not!  Slow down, and pay attention, when your driving!  It's for the good of all of us.  Patience is a virtue after all!  :) 

The winter is upon us!  Making making the roads a extra "death trapy"!  Be safe, be patient, and pay attention! I almost got hurt today! Luckily...I was paying attention :)  

And slow down...  
Cheers!

CALM DOWN! Clean your box!

The Before.... 

I feel disorganized.  Chaotic almost.  I have a million things to do, and haven't a clue where to start.  611 messages, 223 unread.  FAK my life! AND, It's only TUESDAY!   Naturally, rather than deal with my chaos..I "surf the web".... (I hate that saying, but had to plug it in! lol) I read a million and one articles on getting organized, "sorting through the chaos", becoming more efficient... blah blah blah!  The best piece of advise I found myself? Clean your Inbox Bitch!  So simple... and yet so bang ON!  Sooo,  I tried it out.  Try it out! I'm not going to preach.  You won't know how this simple task will be working for you, until you do it!  Clean your box. File all your emails!  It's a clean slate busy beavers. 

The life of Lisa AFTER... 

Inbox still clean! Shit together!  Weird.   I have managed to move mountains recently.  Odd.... because I am not sure how "this" works, but...  I'm focus, efficient, and I know EXACTLY what needs to get done these days.  My Christmas list- done! House- decorated. All laundry- done! (This may be the Christmas miracle I have been waiting for :P) A whole day of cooking/baking while drinking my homemade Irish cream- AMAZING!  I'm "making time" for the first time in... well...for the first time.  Coincidence that my new found clarity and focus coincides with cleaning my inbox?  Maybe?  Maybe not?  Try it and let me know..... 

Cheers....

Stay tuned for the Homemade Irish Cream Recipe I speak of above...  dee-double-licious! 

Peace & Love, 

xo

Blunt Tip: No EXCEPTIONS

YOU are not the EXCEPTION to the rules! EVER!!!

My Rant: 
We all have to work for what we want out of life.  We all have to do things we don't like.  The rules of the road, apply to all of us.  We all have to pay taxes.  The law is the law! Do you get the point yet? LOL... My point: There is no circumsatnce in life that makes you the exception or "special" enough that "things" should be different for YOU...   and only you.  Life is hard.    But what doesn't kill you... right?

BA BAM... My Tip: 

Stop blaming you problems on everyone else. Accept, that where you are TODAY, is all because of the choices you have made! You can accept it, or you can choose to change it. But, stop expecting some miracle to fix or figure out your shit! It won't happen!  Work hard, BE PROUD, be smart with your pennies, live within your means, and be kind!  Treat others as you would want to be treated.... You are not the exception. Be grateful when people offer you some help and don't EXPECT anyone to take care of your shat for you!  

Welcome to "Life lesson 101" lol....   I'm not wrong, I just say it a lot more bluntly than most!   

Oh Happy day Y'all :) Cheers,
Guacamole Lisa xo

Boot Me.

This should have been my post on September 22nd (the second day of fall) but our weather has been exceptional this year.  Fast forward to today.  Current weather conditions: cold, grey and gloomy. It's not full on raining, just a lovely cold mist.  Ewwww!   I'm not surprised.... It's December and this IS Canada! It Just. Looks. Cold.   MY silver lining... IT'S BOOT SEASON!  Flip your flops, put the stinky flats away, girls, we need socks, it's official!  Boot Season is upon us!  Skinny jeans, big cozy sweaters, and BOOTS!

Now that it's OFFICIAL... Move to a boot and get laced! :)

I share with you my FAV's!

Not EXACTLY a "FAV" pair...But a good pair, this happens to be my outfit today! Charlotte Russe  $15 bones.... 

My ABSOLUTE FAV pair of boots!  Town Shoes... NOT CHEAP is all you need to know! :) These boots are also often referred to as CFM boots! LOL

My MOST comfortable pair!  I might Die if these die!  GT Boutique $9.99

My most PRACTICAL pair of boots....  Also not cheap.. but reasonable @ $125.  I wear them often!  Charcoal grey goes with everything! 

  

Peace and Love!  Stay warm...  

Lady Lisa G. xo

I'm a Smart Cookie!

I've been a smart cookie for about 4 years now.   True Story.  

"Five girlfriends - sharp, successful and secretly drowning in dept." Together these 5 woman, started a money group, and within 1 year managed  to pay off $50,000 of dept, PLUS earning hundred of thousand in additional income.  Soon, it wasn't just their financial situation drastically improving, these woman made major strides in careers, relationships and life goals. They dubbed themselves "the Smart Cookies" It's a great story! To sum up what it means to be a smart cookie....   
"our biggest dream is now a reality with a thriving online business for thousands of Smart Cookies who like us, crave daily tips, products and inspiration to live a sweet life, Debt Free. Whether you’re determined to get out of debt, or just trying to get ahead, living your life Debt Free isn’t about sacrificing your style or sanity it’s about making smart choices." 

smartcookies.com does exactly THAT.  SC helps you make smart choices.  Sending daily product deals, "frugal" tips on just about everything, websites with freebies, and sooo much more! They share the wealth, literally!  I Love, Love, LOVE everything they deliver to my inbox! 

So, why am I telling you this?  With Christmas a total of... 27 days away (YIKES) I found today email  AMAZEBALLS!  I make a lot of my gift, so this is right up my alley! The girls at SC have just saved us hours of searching on Pintrest... lol.  Check out the link below for 5 free wrapping, decorating and gift making tips. "Guaranteed gorgeous and guaranteed free".  Enjoy! 

http://smartcookies.com/5-free-wrapping-decorating-gifts-for-you-xoxo/

Cheers, "Tip it"
Lisa Guacamole xo