...Tuesday Tidbits...

Let's see how far I can get with my technical difficulties...second time this evening typing today's post.

Today is numero uno of no soda, lunch at the office (frozen meal and/or salad), ad the re-start of my cardio program.  I decided March 1st was a good day to start this program and I am determined to get through 21-days to "create a new habit".  You see, there is just some something about a fountain soda -- Coca-Cola Classic that is.  I love it.  My mom, has got a thing for Diet Coke.  Hmmm, I wonder who I got that from...?  Anyhow, think good thoughts that I succeed.  Oh, after 2-weeks of the 25 minute cardio program, I'll step it up to 30 minutes and then my goal at the end of the 21-days or end of the month I want to be at 45 minutes of cardio.  I want to step-it up a bit and burn MORE calories!!

In addition to March being a start to my new health month it is also the new budget month.  I will be watching what I spend my funds on and I am doing away with bill pay.  I will be paying my bills the old fashioned way of using checks and a stamp.  Unfortunately, I don't have the ability to electronically pay all of my bills with the vendor (directly).  That would really be nice but, at this time its not available.  So, the old way it is. 

Over the last week I have received some wonderful mailers and emails from a few of my favorite stores.  I have to say that Ann Taylor and Loft are really stepping it up.  Seriously.  They both have some gorgeous outfits I would love to have!  Unfortunately, it does not at this time fit in-the-budget.  A serious bummer I know.  However, I am tempted to go to the Loft store on Saturday, March 12th and use my 30% my entire purchase.  Great deal, huh?  I think so.  But, again its not in the cards right now.  Oh, another coupon here for the Loft for the entire month 25% when I use my Loft card, hmmm...  Some very cute outfits!  And they would be for work.  So, technically it would be worth it!  I would look smashing at work.  We will see. 

Another fabulous mailer came from Chico's.  I don't normally shop at this store but, my mom does and I typically go with her.  However, I must say I like the looks they have been coming up with as well.  Especially this recent mailer.  Another, hmmm...  No coupons.  But, again, there is some really cute stuff.  Wow! 

{Photo credit to Lund Photography}

And last but, not least, Bernie gave me an absolutely killer mailer from Tumi of the new lines that are coming out.  And I must say I love, love, love them!  The ad campaign as a whole is really awesome!  I really like the look...and I would like "one of each please", thank you very much!  You can head over to the photographers blog who shot the advertising campaign and check out Tumi Crash Luggage.  It was designed by Crash, "an acclaimed pioneer of the graffiti art movement".  And I must add that it IS a limited edition series.  I think I need the Crash limited edition international carry-on.  And yes, I know I do have a wonderful 3-piece of RED monogrammed Tumi luggage as my birthday gift from Bern last year AND I absolutely love it.  But, the Crash collection really grabs your attention and then some!  It makes a definite W-O-W statement!  Let me know what you think.  And I really like the new Ivory Stingray Printed Leather tote, wallet, and sunglasses case.  I can't provide a link or pictures because I don't think it has been released as of yet...  Oh, and I'll take a pair of their aviator sunglasses as well.  I just love Tumi can't you tell.  I think everyone should have some Tumi products because they rock!  And absolutely fabulous for traveling.

Anyhow, its time for me to continue the new bedtime routine and its day 3...19 more days to go and its a habit.  Have a fabulous Wednesday.  Until next time.