Monday, December 28, 2009

The Beginning of Something in 2010

Once again, another year has gone by WAY too fast for me. I remember at the beginning of 2009, after commenting on how fast 2008 went, I promised I would take more personal time to feel like this next year had some meaning and didnt turn into a big blur. The personal time part was somewhat of a success, but the part about NOT having it be a big blur, didnt turn out so well.
Alot of things happened this year, important things, but sadly 2009 still went by way too fast. And the detail of everything that happened seems to be faint in my memory. Maybe thats how it is for everyone, I'm really not sure. But I feel like its just me. The feeling of always being rushed, seems to take away from remembering all the detail on my own.
Back when I was planning the wedding, there came a point where there was so much frustration. Work, finances, soccer, wedding.. this and that, there was too much emotion for my non-expressive personality to handle. I found one of Davis's notebooks from school and just started writing. As I mentioned above, I lack in expressing all of my emotions. Certain ones I do, others I dont. (I am getting better though!) Until there is a pen and paper in front of me and SHWOOSH... all of Cassy's emotions run free! It might make sense, it might not. It might be thrown way out of proportion, and I dont realize it later until after I read it, but at least I recognize that I MIGHT be wrong about something. So, ever since then, I have found times to write in this little journal. Whether to just write about my day or to express some emotions, I have found this little notebook to be quite handy. Do I write in it everyday? No. However, this last month I have written in it more than normal.
I am a spontaneous person, whatever happens, happens is my personality. But I also like to have some plans as well. So, I have started setting some goals for 2010 and have documented how I am doing with these goals in my little note book. It has been great! and because It has made me take some time to think and write about each day, it puts that detail that I feel like I have been missing into my day.
So, Cassy's Achievements for 2009, there arent alot, but like my grandma would say, its better than nothing!

1. Vacationed more than twice this last summer that had nothing to do with soccer!!

2. Finances - they aren't any worse than they were in the previous year, so thats always a plus!

3. Ran Ragnar - successfully ran each of my Legs within an 8 minute mile or less. Training for this race was basically non-existant, but I still ran it in great time. The post-race pains were a wake up call to NEVER not train again!

4. School - I somehow completed my Math class. Not sure how it happened, but it did.

5. Work - Sucessfully completed my goals at work, while doing other company business and planning a wedding.
6. Time with my Nieces. I feel like I have grown close to my girls alot more this year than before. Its a big accomplishment for me.

Yup! Only 6 things that I can think of. However, if I would have made a goal list at the beginning of last year, maybe I would have some better accomplishments. Note to everyone: getting married isn't an accomplishment in my mind. It wasn't a GOAL of mine to be married by this year, nor was a GOAL to ever be married. Therefore, its not an accomplishment. However, I do consider myself lucky that things happened the way they did. Others might disagree, saying that its an accomplishment for Cassy Hitt to finally be committed to someone, {he he he very funny!} but this is my list, and I will list them as I want.
Anyway, now looking back on what I accomplished in 2009, I would like to make a list of goals that I hope to achieve this next year in 2010.

1. Keeping a journal and writing in it weekly. I have a feeling this will add some focus to my blurr. Whether its about what happened that week, my goals, an emotional rampage... I will write down my thoughts and experiences.
2. Try to lower each of my credit cards by $500. Yikes! This one is a biggie! But it can be done with a little E-F-F-O-R-T. and sacrifice!
3. Gain an excercise Routine. Whether its Running or lifting, I will do one or the other at least 3 times a week. I have a workout Log at my desk, which will help motivate and calculate how much I have done in a day, week and month. My goal is not to lose weight, even though I hope it happens. But more importantly, to have excercise included in my life style. This last year, my routine grew weaker and weaker, which can change ones whole attitude and personality.
3 1/2 - Run a 1/2 marathon or Three 10k's this year. Knowing that I ran Ragnar last year, I know I have the mentality to do these this year.
4. School - Attend Spring and Fall semester with two or more classes. And Maybe find a way to go to school full-time. (and possbily keep my house while doing so)
5. Plan a vacation for Davis and I, and actually go.
6. Home Improvements - Both bedrooms to be repainted, Kitchen cabinets repainted and install new counter tops, put in new sod in the backyard along with flowers and bushes.
7. Learn to snowboard and/or ski and go at least twice this winter.
8. Hair!!!! I have been challenged to not cut my hair. But with this length, its not that simple to just NOT cut it. However, I am accepting the challenge with some rules. Rules are: Hair can be trimmed every two or 3 months by a professional. or I can trim it whenever I want, but not cut it off. I just got it cut in December. I cant trim it until March. I will deal with the mullet and ugliness for a year. :)
9. DIY - I am going to get back to my artsy/crafty side. I used to make my own gifts, make my own house decor. Now a days its easier to buy. But, I am going to put my money towards creating things myself and learning to do so. DIY!! I completed alot of DIY projects for my wedding and loved them!

Okay, That covers most of them. And obviously I will add and change the goals as the year goes on. But mainly I want to see which ones I complete. These goals will be listed in my journal as a reminder, and hopefully this next year wont seem as blurry. But if it does, I can always go back and read about the details of the year to add a little clarity.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Everybody needs a little change...

This time of year is always the time I feel like a change. What do I ALWAYS tend to change? My hair. I love different colors, I love funky short hair. Spring and Summer, I go blond. Fall and Winter, I go brown.
There was one point, when I was in college, that my hair was short. I came home and somehow grew it out. I had long hair for about a year, loved it! You dont realize how much you miss a ponytail until its gone. One day I bought my favorite magazine, Oxygen. And my idol, Jaime Eason, was on the cover. She had the cutest A-line, inverted hairstyle, and I had to have it! So, being winter, and needing my 'change'.. I went for the A-line. The stylist did a wonderful job. I have never been one to have just one hair style. I am pretty open to suggestions and ideas, and my stylist is full of fun and funky, short hair, hairstyles. So, I have gone from long hair, to an A-line bob, to a shorter bob, to a funky spike, to a fo' hawk, to a pixie cut.
As of February 2009, i have been trying to grow my hair out. Mainly because my husband always told me I looked like a little boy. (a little boy doesnt have these curvy hips, babe!) The picture of Davis and I, above, shows you how long my hair was, as of September 2009. It is slightly longer now, and brown. Now to the point which you can do nothing to make it look cute. All I can do is slap a headband on my head (Thank you, Jenny). Thats it. There is no personality to it at all.
As of yesterday, I have decided to cut my hair. Today, Meri had to open her mouth, and now I am debating on what to do! Either way, I have researched different styles that would be perfect for what I have in mind, just in case I decide to go through with it ;). I will let you know what I decide. I am a spontaneous person, if I decide to go through with it, you'll know by the end of the week. Hair is Change #1.
#2. Body Transformation
No, its not what you think! If you know me, you should know better! and if you dont, you can read my previous entry about Big boobs, and maybe you'll get an idea of what type of person I am.
I like to consider myself an athletic person. And could actually call myself athletic 6 months ago. Ever since Ragnar Wasatch Back (look it up), running and lifting have been dropped to the bottom of the priority list. The 6 months of NOT doing my regular workout routine has began to show in certain areas. Month after month I have noticed the changes, complained about them, and still did nothing. The once-toned-arms have become a little loose, even when I flex. The soccer legs have lost muscle. When you are a person who loves muscle, loves working out to keep muscle; to lose that motivation and drive for sexy muscles, it's quite the loss. What did I do to get them back? The obvious of course.. I complained to my husband how my body isn't what it once was, and then propped the yoga ball under my feet for comfort while watching House episodes. (Don't act like you aren't guilty of the same attitude sometimes.)
December 13, 2009, (just two days ago) I watched the movie Julie & Julia. Not a bad movie, wouldn't purchase it though. (I also like to consider myself a film critic). Anyway, the movie sort of gave me inspiration on what I can do to get back in shape. Am I going to blog my workout and my efforts? No, but I am going to keep a journal of my daily workouts, and what I did for that day. The deadline, my birthday, February 28th. I have 2 1/2 months to run and/or lift to see the improvements I can give my body. I am not looking to be a certain weight, I am not trying to diet and be skinny. I am trying to get back to the physically fit body that I had 6 months ago. There really isnt all that much to change besides building muscle. I eat pretty darn healthy, if you ask me. Its just the working out, that needs to be added to my daily routine. By February 28th, I want to feel the difference of what 2 1/2 months of working out can do to a person. I want to see a little definition in my legs and arms. And hopefully, after the two months of consistency.. working out will become a routine instead of a project. Something I need to do instead of forcing myself to do. Build muscle and a daily routine is my goal.
Today is December 16th. I can say that the last two days have been successful. I ran two miles the first day, the time I ran it in isn't important at this time. Day two, I did the elliptical for 2 miles and then had a very intense soccer game later that night. I would say almost 4 miles for day two. I am now on day 3.
Most of the details of this project are going to be kept in my personal journal and some on this blog. Please dont be expecting before and after pictures. First off, I am not that type of person, second, you, as an outsider, won't see much difference. I, being a self-criticizer, will notice a difference but you? I doubt it. I am the only one who will know if the project is a success or not. Therefore, I will post my accomplishments, small details I add or remove, on this blog. Maybe at the end of the project, I will post a photo.

Friday, December 4, 2009

On the drive to work...

12/04/2009.. Friday, making my daily commute to work, I noticed one of the billboards up in Woods Cross promoting breast augmentation. One of the many companies who do so. The billboards says "Breast Augmentation... Be envied by your neighborhood" or something to that effect. Followed by a picture of a bunch of babies looking upward, with an expression on their face like they just found a gold mine of milk. Babies love big boobs, I guess.

Here is the thing that bothers me. "be envied by your neighborhood" (lets just say that this is the slogan, because its pretty damn close to this)... First off, I am a person of smaller cha cha's and I don't envy woman with big boobs. I sorta feel bad for them, if you want me to be honest. What the hell do you do with those things? I would think that for any physical activity, and not the kind that you sexual animals are thinking of (dirty dawgs), but any sport activity, I would think you have to spend a couple extra minutes preparing those things for whatever you plan to do. But, like I said, I dont have big cha cha's so i wouldn't know. However, there once was a time when i did, and it was back in Jr high.( I think all my baby fat went north or something.) Anyway, I remember having to wear two bras. It was the only way to keep them close to my body so they wouldn't move all over the place. Hard work though. Too much work for me! And you can't slack on something like this! I have seen ladies who have, and sometimes it looks like two pigs fighting under a blanket while they are out there running around. Its not pretty, take my word for it.
Anyway, back to what I was saying... "Be envied by your neighborhood", I dont know about you, but my neighborhood is full of men and older women. I highly doubt any of the men would be envious, even though I'm sure they wouldnt mind the view, and older women who have been through the life of bigger boobs already know what your future holds with those things, and I'm sure its nothing to look forward to.

Here is what this slogan says to me "Have big boobs and everyone will like you". Umm.. not true! I know alot of girls that went and got boobs jobs and I still dont like them :) ha ha.. ok ok, I'm kidding. But there is no envy whatsoever.

Now, we can keep the slogan.. but its the picture that sets the visual of what they are talking about. Babies+ big boobs= Food forever and happy babies! right?

Lets switch the visual to see if it connects to alot more women... How about a bunch of women, running for the finish line, the ones with bigger boobs further back struggling (boobs flying all over the place, hunched over, out of breath) and then the smaller chested women up ahead running with ease and perfect form, head up, shoulders back, enjoying the scenery.

Yes, I like this one a lot better. Why is it when a company whats to promote breast augmentation they opt for the augmentation for bigger breasts? I dont get it. There is another kind of augmentation that reduces the size.. why don't we see any promoting for that sort of thing? there might be alot more women who can reflect on that situation.

Not everyone wants to look like Pam Anderson, not anymore at least because she looks awful!You have the type of women who feel sexy and confident through their workouts and being physically fit, you have the other type who feel confident because they are gorgeous, stylish, and have sexy bodies without much work. Why do companies promote to the second type, which is for the "looks", not the well-being?

Dear advertising agencies, please keep putting up dumb billboards so I have opinions to think about on my way to work and to post on my blog. Your work is appreciated!

Wednesday, November 25, 2009



Here is my new shelf! I am so excited. Handmade by Davis and Cassy Gentry. Another successful DIY project to save some dough. You can't see the detail very well, but its got the rustic look to it with the sanded edges. I love it!

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Giving Thanks

Lets be honest, the two things that go through anyone's mind when Thanksgiving holiday comes around is: 1. Food and eating too much 2. Black Friday. I dont care who you are, I know those were the first things that went through your mind, so dont try to deny it.
Even though these two things are extremely important, I hope that everyone takes at least 5 minutes to ponder the significance of this holiday. 5 minutes is all you really need, and if it goes longer than 5 minutes, good! You are now putting more effort into the thought of this holiday.

They say that if you wake up every morning and think about everything you are grateful for at the beginning of your day, your so-so attitude turns up a notch to a more postitive attitude. Positive attitudes can change the view of your whole day. Bad attitudes = shitty days because with bad attitudes, obviously everyone is out to get you, right? Positive attitudes = reasoning for things working out the way that they do, and whether good or bad, you accept what going on around you with some possible optimism.
{Unless you would rather stress about money, holiday weight gain, what-to-get-who, and how you are gonna return that present without them knowing... this little write-up isnt for you.}

Do all of us get out of bed in the morning and think about gratitude as we prepare ourselves for another work day? I highly doubt it. So, luckily we have this one day a year holiday specifically created for giving thanks to everything we appreciate in our lives. Whether you write them down in a notebook, publicly announce it on your facebook, or think about it while in solitude, you have now put purpose into the holiday. And I guarantee you feel great afterward too! You think about people differently, but in a good way. Whether religious or not, there is some sort of spiritual feeling that follows. For me, I get very emotional. You dont see me shed tears very often, but when you realize how much people care for you, and you think about why you are grateful to have them in your lives, those emotions just start flying!

Now that you have taken your 5 minutes {or longer} to think about all these amazing things in your life, did you change your mind about what you want to get them for Christmas? Maybe something a little more heartfelt? Maybe something a little more expensive than what you wanted to spend, but has a little bit more meaning for that certain someone, so who cares? I have always wondered why they would put Black Friday the day after Thanksgiving, haven't you? It all makes perfect sense to me now! Those retail people are ever so sneaky! ha ha, just kidding!

Whether it's the amazing food your family creates for the holiday, or the girls Black Friday shopping spree, take time to think about the people around you who made a difference in your life, the small things that you have the others may not, and the achievements you have made, whether big or small, that make you proud. Its a sure way to brighten up your day, or your holiday; maybe your week or month; possibly even your year! Depending on how often you choose to take your "5 Minutes of Gratitude". I figure, I have the time every morning while blow-drying my hair and applying my make up to think about what & who I appreciate in my life. {they call it multi-tasking} Why not attempt to have the happiness and positive attitude everyday, instead of sparatically through out the year?

I challenge everyone to do the same. Test it out for a week, see how it goes.
Thank you!

Friday, November 20, 2009

Our Story...

Welcome to the world of kookiness with Davis and Cassy Gentry!
Davis and I were married 11/07/2009 up at Wolf Creek Resort. For any of you who are thinking or dreaming about your wedding day, Wolf Creek resort will fullfill any dream imaginable.
We currently reside in South Ogden with our two dogs, Abigail and Marsden. Abigail is a 2 year old Golden Retreiver, and my pride and joy. Marsden is a new addition to our family. We adopted him from another wonderful family, who couldnt spend as much time with him as he needed. He is a 6 month old Golden Retreiver and he is HUGE!! He is doing so well getting used to his new enviroment and new best friend. They both are two big cuddly teddy bears, and so much fun to have around.
Davis and I are two avid soccer players/trainers. We met about 2 or 3 years ago on an indoor team. (He was our dependable goal keeper) It wasn't until this last February that we even started talking, besides our normal "hey, hi, good game, will you be here next week?" mumbo-jumbo. The death of a close friend sort of broke the chain, and we started hanging out. Who would have thought he would have fallen for me so quickly!! (ha ha.. just kidding.. Dont tell him I said that!) For those of you, single or not, who have ever heard the saying, (and this isnt a direct quote, its just how I always say it) "it {love} will show up when you least expect it", I am here to tell you, there is so much truth to this quote that its crazy! Which is what happened to us. Both just got out of relationships, weren't ready for new ones, but liked each others company, and after a while, Vwalla!, became each others companions {OooH, Cute Huh!}. Thats the newlywed talking, give it a couple weeks and it wont be so mushy.