Sometimes it's just needed!

I'm sure everyone has times when they are very busy. I know that at times I have so many things to do and I feel that I don't get enough rest. Every once in a while, sleep in if you get a chance too. Your body will thank you for doing it, and you will be completely fueled and ready to go.

" The extra hours of rest/sleep make all the difference in the other hours in the
day." -Brandon Zornado

The power of a nap!

I have had a busy last couples days and today I woke up early and went to workout with Shelley at 24 Hour Fitness in Hilsboro right by her work then went to the store and came back home and played basketball outside. I was so exhausted and when I got inside I felt like taking a nap. I have not taken a nap forever. If I am even thinking about taking a nap then I must be really tired. I am always on the go and I have a ton of energy all the time. Today I decided to take an hour and a half nap and when I woke up I felt great. I just got back inside from playing guitar in the park and working on a song that I am writing. I got some more stuff to get done before the big Blazer game tonight and I feel energized. Power naps are suppose to be great for you as well, just a 15 to 20 minute booster. Sometime soon try to take a nap for a bit and see how you feel after. It's worth finding out.
" We need rest to keep us going." -Brandon Zornado

Use your day wisely!

Like I have said in many posts, "Be productive." If you have a plan then that is more than half the battle. The days don't have enough hours in them to get everything done, but why waist time when you could be accomplishing things. Today was so beautiful and it felt like a summer day. I actually think it was the best day weather wise we have had in a long time. We woke up early and Shelley went to coffee with her Mom and then to get dresses with some of her bridesmaids and I ate breakfast and played the guitar. After that I continued writing a song that I am working on and very excited about. Shelley got home and brought me lunch which was very nice of her. She is the best! We ate out on the porch and enjoyed the sunshine, then we went on a walk down by the rive which is right near the apartment. After that we went and saw some friends at their work and hung out for a bit then went to 24 Hour Fitness for a work out. She did legs and I did arms. It was a great workout. Then when we were finished we got delicious smoothies at " Booster Juice." I know it seems a lot so far but were not even close to being done. After that went went to La Rog Jewelers and I made a payment on her ring and we looked at some rings for me. Then we went grocery shopping at Winco and got a ton of good and healthy food. Today is Ash Wednesday so no meat. When we got home we put away the groceries and for dinner Shelley made Parmesan noodles and amazing Bruschetta. We now are enjoying some white wine and watching the news. She has a little hw to do and then the Snowboarding event is on tonight for the Olympics. We will be watching that, American Idol and then our favorite show Nip Tuck. Now that is a productive day. I find that the more productive you are then the more energy you have and you will also feel better about yourself.
" Make the most out of everything." - Brandon Zornado

The most important meal!

A lot of people don't eat breakfast. It might be because they are in a hurry in the morning and feel that it isn't important. Breakfast happens to be the most important meal of the day and it is so beneficial because it gives you the energy you need to get your day started. You don't need to have a heavy meal in the morning, but you should eat something and fuel your system. I love to eat breakfast, sometimes I will even have breakfast food for dinner. If you are in a hurry then take something with you, but I promise you that you will benefit from eating breakfast and you will find yourself with more energy.

" Always make time for the important things in your life." -Brandon Zornado

Conserve!

The economy is still down and who really knows when it will get better. During this time of year, we tend to spend more because of Christmas and everything else involved with the Holiday's. However we can be smart about how we spend, so that our bank account doesn't feel it as much. Try to stay in and cook meals, there are so many different recipes out there. Believe me, you save a lot of money eating in. The electric bills are always higher during the colder winter months so find a comfortable temperature for your heater and leave it. Do not keep adjusting it, because it will have to work harder and it will cost you more. When you are not watching the TV, turn it off and always make sure to turn off any lights that you were using when you are finished. There are many different ways too conserve, but I just wanted to point out the obvious one's to help you save some money.

" Conserve a little and save a lot." -Brandon Zornado

Relaxation!

Relaxation is what rejuvenates our mind and body. It has always been hard for me to relax because I am very energetic and love to keep busy. I will get done doing something and then move right on to something else without even missing a beat. As I have got a little older I have worked hard on trying to take some time to relax. It has been hard, but very rewarding. I love the nights when we just stay in and have a fire and watch a movie. I have learned that you do not always have to be doing something every second of the day. With my previous job I would wake up at at 5:10 a.m to get to work at 6:15. It was very hard for me to get good sleep and relax because my schedule was so different than I was use to. Sometimes I would be in different states for work and the time difference would really get to me. For about ten months I did not get more than 6 hours of sleep a night on average. This last month I have been making sure that I get to bed earlier and get my 8 hours of sleep each night.
It is very important to take time in your life to wined down and let your body relax. Many people are stressed out because they have too much to do and are always on the go. We all need to find time in our lives to slow down and relax.

" Relaxation will give you the energy to keep on going." -Brandon Zornado