last post...

This is my last post! I am moving my blog to a blogger account so you can find me at: http://kristyzee.blogspot.com/ if you so desire!

Jan 10, 2012 6:56:00 PM

Christmas is fast approaching...

I'm going to grab a diet coke, like the big guy here, settle in with it and some good tunes while I do the inevitable....WRAP PRESENTS!

Dec 20, 2011 7:31:03 PM

We survived a lllloooonnngggg road trip to Kansas to see family. It has been almost five years since our last visit, before Piper was born! Now that we are closer (and close to a pet sitter) we can resume our annual visits. Everyone enjoyed themselves and surprisingly it wasn't as stressful a trip as I thought it might be. We found a half price book store that was offering an additional 20% off for Labor Day...the clouds parted, a radiant glow shone down and angels began to sing their chorus, I swear I was in heaven on earth! Other than allergies kicking our butts in KS, everything was great!

I had my first book review published on The Novel Goddess! It is my dear friend Pam's site so please follow her blog of you want to read some good book reviews (not mine, hers)!

School is in full swing for both girls. Piper is full day on Monday and Wednesday and half day Friday. Liberty now is released 15 minutes later so the days are long for both. Top that with TKD, Brownies, and therapy sessions and I am back to being chauffeur. But one good thing is more time to get things done while Piper is in school. I even managed a run on Wednesday.

Jon and Susan have been plotting and planning for our next big run and I have to say that it is going to be epic! Yes, I do really mean EPIC! We are planning to register this spring for the next Pikes Peak Ascent! That is 13.1 miles and a gain of over 7000 feet in elevation to the top of Pikes Peak. HOLY WOW! I am actually psyched for this and grateful that I have a long time to train for such a feat. With the cooler temps approaching I am actually looking forward to some cold night run again. There is only so much heat I can stomach running in.

I read these books this past week:

I'm currently reading:

I'm looking forward to reading:

Sep 8, 2011 3:12:40 PM

Books, books, books...

I beat my book record for the month of August reading 19 books, over the previous record of 17. I hope September is as good a month, bringing as many and entertaining a selection as August.

Sep 2, 2011 8:36:36 PM

Theme song...

I'm taking a challenge to find a song that would be my theme song at this moment. That said, this might not be me tonight, or tomorrow or in 5 weeks, but as of this moment it is me! I am also addicted to this song currently and that might be why I am identifying it with 'ME' in this moment.

Do you want to win a copy of a new book by a great author? Brenna Yovanoff is offering if you can meet her challenge. Check out the info and her site here: Brenna Yovanoff. Her new book is The Space Between and I have been waiting for it for...ages! I loved The Replacement--Mackie is a character I just could not stop thinking about long after I finished this book.

Aug 24, 2011 12:48:46 PM

My pre-order awaits!

I am very excited to get my hands on this books. I like that the author took a few small passages that Mary Shelley wrote about Victor Frankenstein's childhood, and turned it into a work of fiction. Creative, historical and paranormal all rolled into one YA book. My plan is to read it as soon as it downloads to my Kindle!

This Dark Endeavor: The Apprenticeship of Victor Frankenstein

by Kenneth Oppel

Victor and Konrad are the twin brothers Frankenstein. They are nearly inseparable. Growing up, their lives are filled with imaginary adventures...until the day their adventures turn all too real.

They stumble upon The Dark Library, and secret books of alchemy and ancient remedies are discovered. Father forbids that they ever enter the room again, but this only piques Victor's curiosity more. When Konrad falls gravely ill, Victor is not satisfied with the various doctors his parents have called in to help. He is drawn back to The Dark Library where he uncovers an ancient formula for the Elixir of Life. With their friend Elizabeth, Henry and Victor immediately set out to find assistance from a man who was once known for his alchemical works to help create the formula.

Determination and the unthinkable outcome of losing his brother spur Victor on in the quest for the three ingredients that will save Konrad's life. After scaling the highest trees in the Strumwald, diving into the deepest lake caves, and sacrificing one’s own body part, the three fearless friends risk their lives to save another. (synopsis courtesy of Goodreads)

Aug 21, 2011 1:28:20 PM

The list...

It is time again for my weekly list. The following are things I'm into, doing or thinking!

The Naked and Famous song Girls Like You. I cannot get enough of this song!
Books, books and more books! I'm currently reading Fury, Forbidden, Paranormalcy, Passion, and I Am Number 4. I have book ADD and have my hand in several at this time.
Rocking the reading list with 12 books read so far this month.
Running my legs off, trying to get to my level pre-Jon's departure for the WHOLE STINKIN' summer. My calves and feet are not cooperating. No half marathon planned for Labor Day this year after all.
I'm diggin' my bus of a vehicle (love you Yukon Denali XL) as I'm on the road with school starting this week. It is shuttle city for me and a lot of car time. JOY! But, that said, it also gives me more reading time...happy-joy!
I finally had the chance to read a few books in the Soul Screamers and Nightshade series last week and all I can do is gush with happiness!
Music gets me through the days...and Diet Coke!
I have not watched any tv recently. I cannot wait for season premieres this fall.
Piper is the best hugger!