I love this! Jim Piccillo is now famous for a retarded mistake. I feel bad for the guy, but I’m sure we’ve all been there. I know I have.
Remember Jesse Maguire, the trumpet player that played the National Anthem for the D-backs during the World Series in 2001? He performed at a 4th of July event I was hosting a few years ago. I was so excited to introduce him that I accidentally called him Jerry Maguire (you know, like the movie)! Oh, and I wish I could say I only did it once. I think it slipped out about 2 more times.
I know what you’re thinking…I promise you, the only thing I was drinking that night was water.

Talk about a brain fart!

Last time you heard from me, I said that I would be training for the Lost Dutchmen marathon. Don’t worry I am not here to tell you I gave up already. Actually my training is going very well. It didn’t start out that way though, let me tell you.

My first week was absolutely horrible! I went out for a 3 mile run and stopped about 4 times. The next day I tried 2 miles which resulted in more of the same. I was feeling like crap on the trail. I was tired all the time and I just couldn’t figure out what it was.

Stretching longer didn’t seem to do much. Although I lost a couple of pounds from changing my diet, that didn’t help either. I was stumped! Then one day after stopping for the 3^rd time on a 2 miler, I noticed that nagging little voice inside my head that just wouldn’t shut up. “Mini, when are you gonna get those bills organized? That lemon tree in the back yard needs more water. How can I get rid of that calcium build up around the faucet anyway?”

“Argh!!! Shut up!!!” The battle went back and forth.

Finally I decided to do something about it. A couple of Saturdays ago, instead of going out on my run, I stayed home to get things in order. I started with my room and closets. Taking everything out that did not belong. Bills, relics, and clothes I no longer wear, etc. Then I tackled the calcium and soap scum in the bathroom. I had no idea that alone would take all day. It felt so good though. So the next day I went out for my 5 mile run. Nonstop baby!!!

I was afraid it was just a fluke but I decided to go with it anyway. That week I became the Sort Out Queen, making Goodwill, Shredding and Trash piles. My runs started getting better (of course the weather did too so that might have helped). Then it was time for another long run. Sunday I went out for 6 miles. I had so much energy at the end of the run that I sprinted the final stretch! And Monday I did another 3 miles nonstop.

So there you go. Clean house + clear mind = Great Runs!

Hmmm…now what else can I throw away?

Next time you consider taking a nice relaxing bath, think again…

Everyone knows how easy it is to get out of shape…FAST! Well in the last few weeks I’ve quickly been growing out of my clothes. I haven’t gotten on a scale recently but I’m sure I’ve probably gained at least 10 pounds. Someone once told me that when you hit 30 it’s all downhill. Gone are the days when you could eat a pint of ice cream and quickly recover with a day of cabbage cleansing. I refused to believe it. Now I’m paying for it.

A couple of months ago I told my boyfriend and a close friend that I was going to start training for the upcoming Lost Dutchman Marathon. Not that it was their responsibility to do so, but they didn’t hold me accountable. I guess that’s why it was so easy for me to forget about it. This morning though I wasted too much time in front of the mirror over-scrutinizing myself. I finally decided that enough is enough! So here goes…

I’m training for the Lost Dutchman Marathon on February 15, 2008!

I figure that if I let everyone know, I can’t back down as easily. Yes, I am very nervous about it. Lost Dutchman was the last marathon I did about a year and a half ago and it kicked my butt!!! So why would I choose that particular one as my comeback? Precisely because I know it will take a lot out of me to train for it. No slacking on this one.

So for the next couple of months, be sure to check out my blog for updates on my training (which starts today).

Oh boy, I’m already tired.

This is one poll I’d love to vote often in. Max & Benny’s in Northbrook, IL is selling Obama and McCain cookies. Biden and Palin cookies will go on sale today. Click Here to check out their website and find out about getting yours!

Potential White House women are looking pretty good, but does it send out a good message? Now I understand the importance of looking good when you’re in the spotlight. However, Vanity Fair estimated Cindy McCain’s ensemble at the Republican Convention to be around $300,000!!! That’s more than what my house is worth. The same article estimates Laura Bush’s outfit at around $4000. And Michelle Obama has been spotted wearing a $3000 Oscar De La Renta dress as well.
With unemployment rates rising to 6% here in the US, is it really a good idea to prance around wearing more than what some people’s mortgage payments are worth (for those that are lucky enough to have a mortgage payment), especially when you’re trying to win their vote? Frankly it makes me a little mad.
What do you think? Could you care less? Maybe I just woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning. Either way I want to hear from you.

I love to cook, despite the fact that I hardy ever do. Trust me though, when I do, it’s not too bad. I’ve gotten a few compliments on my banana bread, fried tacos, chiles rellenos and even my lasagna. Now if you’ve ever tried making lasagna you know it can be a pretty ambitious undertaking. But when it turns out well, it’s very rewarding…for days!

So yesterday, our in house spirit leader, Rosemary, sent off the following email to the entire staff.

“Do you make the best chocolate cake in the universe? How about a killer meatloaf? Each Monday morning two people will face off with the best dish that they make.”

Now I’m not saying I make the best anything, but a cooking challenge sure sounds fun! So when I heard Mary say she makes the best lasagna, I couldn’t resist. I challenged her to a face off, scheduled to take place here at the Peak studios next Monday.

Yeah, I’m a little nervous. After all, she seemed pretty confident. And did I mention that the time I was complimented on my not-so-signature Italian dish, it was the only time I made it. Hopefully it wasn’t just beginners luck.

We’ll find out on Monday. Wish me luck! I’ll keep you posted.

It never fails. The moment I decide I am starting my diet today, pizzas, cookies, cinnamon roles and tortilla chips just magically appear…EVERYWHERE! Suddenly I feel as though I’m on a Mario Brothers game trying to dodge the Sweet Tooth Demons.

Last weekend I went bikini shopping. Argh!!! What a frustrating experience! Ladies, I’m sure you know what I mean. I was feeling pretty good about myself in the morning. I mean in regular street clothes I really have nothing to complain about. I run almost every day and try to stay pretty fit to at least look decent in a cute tank top and shorts. However, as I’m browsing through racks of itty bitty tops and bottoms my self esteem plummets.

So as soon as I got home I decided, it’s time to get serious and do something about it. I spent a couple of hours in the kitchen chopping up celery, cucumbers, lettuce, oranges and separating them all into convenient little zip log bags so I could just grab one whenever I feel the need to snack. I also got rid of anything I thought would be sabotaging. No more cookies and ice cream, bread and tortillas go in the freezer and the cereal is placed somewhere far from my reach (which isn’t too hard to do since I am only 4’11”). I’m set! Vices try and take me on now!

Oh, if only life were that simple. Yesterday the receptionist called me while I was on the air. “Mini, your pizza is here.” HUH? I didn’t order a pizza! Today has been even worse though. The moment I logged on to my computer at work an email pops up, “Free food in the kitchen! Come sample.” A few hours later we’re celebrating a birthday with the most delicious strawberry ice cream cake. Then a loyal Peak listener brings wings and deep fried shrimp for lunch.

Oh wait a minute.  Did I just hear something about free pie over the paging system? Where are the free salads when you need them? Oh my goodness, I will never go hungry here. I guess I’ll just have to get serious about my diet tomorrow.

I can’t stand it when people honk their car horns!!!

I can count on one hand how many times I have done it since I first got my license at 16 (I’m 32 now). Maybe it’s because my mom did it so much when I was younger. I remember every evening she got home from work she would come around the corner and honk the horn to let my brother, sister and I know that she was home and we better start cleaning up…QUICK!!!

This morning I was driving down 7th St. It was about 7am when I heard the loudest, most annoying sound. A woman was trying to make a left turn from one of the suicide lanes when she wasn’t supposed to apparently. The culprit looked like she may have been in her 70’s and probably had no idea she was commiting such a felony. Ok, so it’s not exactly a felony, but the guy behind her sure made it seem like it was. And he refused to take his hand off the horn for at least 10 seconds.

One sentence for you buddy…CALM DOWN!!!!!! You could have given the poor lady a heart attack in the middle of the road…and she could have been your grandma!!!

It’s a simple mistake. We all make them. And know that when you do, I won’t be honking at you.