Back to blogging (catching up)

I don't know why I stopped blogging. Not many people read our blog, it was more for me. I guess I got busy and just didn't make the time I should have.

For some reason, the Lord is prompting me to start blogging again. It's been so long, it would take me days of really long posts to catch up. So, here is the super condensed version:

Cameron's job is still amazing. In February, he was promoted to The Director of Building Operations for BAM. He absolutely loves it, and the people at BAM adore him (who wouldn't?!). He started a BAM softball team this summer which has been a lot of fun to watch. They started out slow, but they are kicking butt in the playoffs.
Cam started a second masters degree in Real Estate Management. He will finish up this coming December.
Cameron also started a consulting business recently, facilities management consulting (life cycle planning, Capital Analysis, etc...). He starts his first project this month with The American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Their Facilities Director was very impressed with the project Cam did for BAM. I'm so proud of him and he is very excited.

I started working at Crunch Gym in March of 2011, as a personal trainer. It was a really wonderful learning experience, but eventually their demands on my time became too much. This June, I left Crunch and went out on my own. Several of my clients followed me, so I started out in a good position. It's been truly wonderful being on my own. I have a lot of ideas and am slowing working on implementing them. Check out the website: www.performancefitnessnyc.com. I'm working on developing a home training system and breaking into the bridal circuit. Currently, I'm studying for a nutrition certification and when that's done, I have a list of others to work on. I love it though.

I started boxing about 6 months ago and got bit by the bug. I really really love it. I'm hoping to compete in some amateur fights soon and then work my way to the Golden Glove eventually.

In December, Cameron and I celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary. 10yrs...crazy right?!?! In April, we spent a week in Mexico to celebrate. It was incredible. We are looking forward to the next 50. 

These are the highlights. :)

We love living in NYC. I still wake up and can't believe that we live here. Sometimes its a struggle, but its worth it. We haven't had many visitors, but we hope that will change (hint, hint).

What's up with the New Yorkers

Life update:

Cameron's job is fabulous! It's hard work and he loves every minute of it.

I recently passed my exam and am now a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Sometime this month, I'll be starting a work-study program that I'm psyched about! I'll be working to become Pilates Certified as well as being trained to teach group fitness classes, such as spinning, zumba, kickboxing, etc. Basically, it's a trade. They train me to teach the classes, and then I teach to pay off my tuition for the certification. It's a summer program. Then in the fall I'm going to do their Trainer Academy and learn and get even more experience! I'm so excited!!!

I've been called as a Seminary Teacher. Yikes! Luckily its a shared calling, so I don't have to teach everyday. 5:30 am is an adjustment, but I'm actually enjoying becoming a morning person. The kids are really great too. Cam still doesn't have a calling, but I imaging they are having a hard time finding one that works with his schedule.

Cam is looking at goign back to school for his second master's degree, probably in real estate (real estate management, I think). In the long run of his career, an MBA and masters in real estate will put him way ahead of the curve and allow him to move up the food chain quickly. He might even get his brokers license (those commissions are nothing to sniff at! lol).

We still wake up every day and can't believe we live here. It's a dream come true and the struggles are totally worth it. We encourage all to come visit!!!

More Merry Christmas

Avital's Christmas PJs

Lori's PJs

Cam's PJs...well, Robe.

Thanks!!

Stockings!

Avital gets an album for all of the pictures she will take with the Camera she got.

CUBS BLANKET!!!! AWESOME!!!!!!!! Thanks Caryn!

Pretty earrings and necklace from Cam

Cam got an ironman watch

Merry New York Christmas

We spent Christmas in NYC this year. We sure missed family and it was a little quiet. However, it was still nice. Cam and I cooked up green bean casserole, stuffing, holiday salad, and a jumble berry pie. We picked up a chicken and some rolls and we were good to go! We also invited a friend over to enjoy this special time with us. She is Jewish and has never celebrated Christmas, so this was a fun event for her. :)

Yummy Christmas dinner

About to open our Christmas Eve gifts

Christmas Eve jammies

O Christmas Tree

Cam's new favorite shirt, courtesy of his bro-in-law, Jon.

Just venting a little

Everyone I talk to tells me they want to lose weight... So why is it that when I start a competition to give them an incentive, nobody signs up?!?! It's so frustrating when you work hard on stuff and nobody appreciates it. (With the exception you, mom!) It happens to me way too often...

Ready, Set, Lose!

Are you ready to get fit?
How about getting fit not only for yourself, but for a good cause as well?
Ready, Set, Lose! is a fitness competition, as well as a fundraiser for the American Diabetes Association.
$5.00 from every entry fee will be donated to ADA.

*The next competition is scheduled to begin January 3rd, 2011*
Forms must be submitted by December 26, 2010


Ready, Set, Lose! is an 8 week competition. The entry fee is $25.00. The grand prize is cash and will be determined by the number of competitors. There are also some prizes for other categories, but they are a surprise, so work hard overall! We do our  best to help and encourage our participants in every way possible, daily fitness and health tips, blogs, and other suggested helps such as buddies, food and exercise logs, etc. Explore the site and you'll see that together, we can help save lives, starting with yours!

Currently we only have one competitive format, however we will be adding team component options, 12 week heats,  competitions revolving around sports, and other fun activities soon!

Ready, Set, Lose!

Ready, Set, Lose! Blog -Daily Tips and Helpful Hints 

Ready, Set, Lose! Forum - Get to know the contestants, ask questions, find a buddy, etc

Long overdue update

There has been a lot going on here, but then...its New York City! Of course its busy! lol. Cam and I are trying to settle into our apartment, but its difficult when you have no stuff. We are anxiously awaiting the day our things arrive.

Cam adores his job, he says "they will have to pry this job from my cold, dead fingers!" We've had the privilege of seeing most of the shows at BAM. Some of them are a little strange...but others have absolutely blown my mind! Its such an incredible experience to be exposed to so much culture.

I'm working on getting my PT studying done and I'm getting close. I have built a website, blog, and forum for a fitness/weight-loss competition and am hoping to kick it off the first of the year. www.readysetlose.com It's going to be tons of fun and the winner gets a great prize! Plus, proceeds from the entry fees will be donated to the American Diabetes Association. Check out the website, I worked really hard on it!

We are stoked for Thanksgiving this year...WE ARE GOING TO THE MACY'S DAY PARADE!!!!! Woot! Woot! My mom has decided to come out for the holiday and we are so excited to have our first visitor to show around. We welcome all visitors!

We LOVE New York!