Ok ya'll, weekend wrap-up. There was a lot that happened this weekend, and I'll just give you the highlights.
Soccer season has officially started. Real hasn't had their first game yet, because of the number of teams, but we had a preseason game, against a team from Austin. We won, which was awesome. It was such a good game. The weather was awesome, I even got a bit of a sunburn. We got to see some of our old favorite players, and got a look at the new ones. I'm excited for this year, I really think this is our year. We just have to hold strong, carry on the good times from last year.
I did a girly thing and got a pedicure this weekend, too. I used to make fun of people that got those, but then I tried one, and now I kinda love it! I usually have a thing with people touching my feet, but I'm ok with it in this case. And to make it even more girly, I got a flower painted on. It's so cute, I tried to take a picture to show you all, but turns out I couldn't really take a good one. Oh, well.
I also did something this weekend that I usually don't do: I went to the 10:00 showing of a movie. Even though I like to think myself a young person, never more do I feel old than when I go to a late showing. By the time we even sit down-the movie hasn't even started yet-I just sit, and I'm thinking, boy, I'm already tired. Then I have to make sure I stay awake the whole time-I will not have paid 8.50 for my ticket just to sleep during the movie. I had to keep making sure I wasn't super comfortable, so that I wouldn't fall asleep. But I'm proud to say, I made it through the whole thing! I don't feel so old right now.
Also this weekend, I'm learning to deal with having less space. There's been an event that has happened in and around my household, and an extra person has been thrown into my household. I already thought I didn't have enough space when my brother had moved in, and now, I'm about going out of my mind. I'm trying hard not to be too selfish, but its hard for me. It just difficult for someone of my crazy brain to see things where they're not supposed to be, and items in my meticulously organized cabinets. I guess this is a learning experience for me, and so far, I'm learning, I don't like it.

Hardware: the parts of a computer that can be kicked

I haven't written lately because really, there's not a lot going on in the life of Vieve. A few small things happen, but none big enough to actually write about, so I just never think to do so. I'll just update you on a few things.
On Sunday, I was changing the music on my iPod from one playlist to the other. I had opened my iTunes, deleted everything on the iPod, and then proceeded to make my new list. Of course, a few minutes into selecting my songs, my computer just shut down. When I got it up and running again, my iTunes had become corrupted or something, so I had to reinstall that, and get all my music on it again. After I got everything downloaded and fixed, my computer yet again just shut down! No warning, it just stops. After getting back on, and taking a look at some things, I gave up. The next day, I took things slowly and finally got things going and finally put some stuff on the ol' iPod to listen to. And since then (2 whole days!) I've not had any problems. Keep your fingers crossed that I will not run into any.
On Saturday, I decided to try my run of running from my house (here in SF) to my sister's house (in Orem). I Mapquested it, and the way they had me running was 16 miles. I was sure I could do this, so I made the arrangements, and did it. Ok, I'll admit, I cheated a little. I didn't start in SF like I planned, I started in Springville, but hey, it's still a trek! I made it though! I went through Springville, then Provo, worked my way into Orem and found her house. There were hills to deal with, drivers who didn't pay attention, and loads of traffic. I wish there were better sidewalks on some of those back roads, or even sidewalks at all, but that's ok, at least I made it through ok. It took me just under two hours to complete it all, and needless to say, by the end, I was feeling it. My legs were killing me, and my back was sore, but I was so proud of myself for making it. Making my own way instead of doing the Mapquest way was only 11 miles, so not quite what I was hoping for, but thats ok. I'm only two miles away from my goal right now, and I'm pretty sure I can do it. The next day, I wasn't sore at all like I thought I'd be, I was doing good!
Things have been a little boring lately, but starting soon, I think they'll start to pick up. I'm having races start in a few weeks, plus the Real season starts at about the same time! It's the best time of year when all this starts!

Ooh...ouch!

All right, time for everyone's favorite time! Ok, probably the only person that likes this is me, because it makes for a pretty easy blog entry to write. Most of the videos I see come from The Ellen Degeneres Show, and this one is one of them. I laughed so hard at this, and I hope you do too!

Video!

I would love to see that happen in real life. As sad as it is, to see the end thing, I think I would die laughing while holding my dog close. Of course, the only thing my Troop does in her sleep is snore. Which is pretty cute, its just like she's doing these tiny little grunts. Anyway, hope you enjoyed!

A run begins the moment you forget you are running.

It's almost spring! This excites me for so many reasons. One, the warm weather. It's already starting now! We have the ability to walk around outside in just a jacket. No need to have on your winter coat and scarf and gloves. Also, now I can run outside without freezing my buns off or running in snow! I finally ran outside on Saturday, and it was awesome.
I totally love running, and running on the treadmill is ok, I like doing it, but it's just totally a different experience outside, as everyone knows. There are things to dodge, and cars to look out for. And the scenery changes, so you can just crank up your music and just clear your mind and run until you get tired. I love to go outside and just...run. I try not to focus on any pain I might be feeling, or how long I've been going. I've been doing better lately, I'm not getting tired or hurting like I used to. I'm sure it's all mental, since like, 85 percent of running is mental (it's true!) and I'm psyched that I'm done with whatever was blocking me from doing well before.
I ran downhill for probably about a mile yesterday, and today, I'm feeling it. It hurts to go up and down stairs, and even standing up and sitting down hurts my quads. I love it though! It actually makes me feel like I'm working myself, which is an awesome feeling. I'm excited to get all the outdoor running started now, so that when I start racing (in like a month!) I'm ready, and my muscles are ready for any kind of terrain that will be brought to me.

Vieve's Video

Ok, ya'll, here it is, week 2 of our new segment, Vieve's Videos. I'm gonna post the video first, in the hope that you'll watch before reading.

Video of the week

I love this video. This kid just makes me laugh so hard! And the reason I'm showing it this week is because I myself will be visiting the dentist, and I will be very much like him tomorrow, drifting in and out of sleep, confused by my surroundings. Before the procedure, I take my trusty Valium, which just makes me feel nice and warm. Then at the dentist, they pump me full of that laughing gas, which just makes me feel sleepy, and then I just sleep during the whole thing, which is nice. I know most people hate the dentist, and believe me, I'm one of them. It's just that with my cocktail of pill and gas, I love the dentist, mostly because I barely have any memory of the event, and I remember no pain, so I assume I love it.
Anyway, I hope you enjoyed the video, and wish me luck for tomorrow. While I'm sure it will be all good, I do always get nervous still!

Live from the Kodak Theatre...

Ok, everyone, it's the end of the end. It's been the awards season for a bit now, and tonight is the last show (and if it isn't the last tonight, it's the last one major one). Tonight was the 81st Annual Academy Awards, better known as the Oscars. I'm going to give you my thoughts as they occur during the telecast, because I know you all come to me for this type of exciting stuff.
As I'm watching the red carpet preshow, I can't help but realize that Ryan Seacrest has a knack for making people uncomfortable. Is he meaning to do this, or is it all by accident? Either way, what a douche.
Ah, the opening. I love Hugh Jackman. Best. Oscar. Opening. Ever.
Ok, if how they presented Best Supporting Actress the way they present everything, this is going to be a freakishly long show. Penelope Cruz wins that, by the way.
Wait a minute, did Forgetting Sarah Marshall just show up in the Romance montage? Seriously?
Holy giant musical number. I'm loving that since they have musical Hugh Jackman, we get to hear everyone sing! So far the singing count is him, Anne Hathaway, Beyonce, Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Amanda Seyfried, Dominic Cooper.
Heath Ledger wins for Supporting Actor. Of course, we knew this would happen. Accepting for him...his family. Well, that's sweet.
This is when the Oscars are boring, there's not a category I'm interested in. But thats fine, I'm just eating my weight in Chex Mix, I think.
Danny Boyle wins Best Director for Slumdog Millionaire. No surprise there.
Wow, Nicole Kidman's skin matches her white dress. I get staying out of the sun, but maybe she should fake tan it up, get some color on there. Best Actress is Kate Winslet. Seriously, no surprises here tonight. Her speech was sweet though.
Adrien Brody is looking really ugly with the beard he's rocking and his long hair. I'm not into it. Best Actor goes to Sean Penn. I don't like him.
I feel a little like this show will never end. Ever. Best Picture goes to...Slumdog Millionaire. We all knew this was going to happen. Good for them, they swept the Oscars.
I know everyone was dying to know my thoughts on this awards night, and here they are. The Oscars have highs and lows. There are only about 5 things people want to know, and they have to get through like 4 hours of crap to get to it. I probably liked this year more than last years, but still, they need to make this shorter or make it more interesting. It's over for another year, at least. Congrats to those who won, and keep trying, those who didn't.

In the Recovery Room

Tonight, a tragedy happened in la Casa de Vieve. There I was, minding my own business, running, watching a movie, when all of a sudden, it happened. Out of nowhere, and quite certainly without provocation. Don't worry, everyone, it was not me who was the victim. It was Tiny Troop.
I don't know exactly what happened, we're still piecing together witness stories. As far as I can tell, Gretl (the big German shepherd we have) was eating something when Troop just happened to be walking on by. Gretl was clearly feeling territorial over her food, and decided that attacking Troop was a good idea. She lunged, and bit, and (this is where I came in) Troop did a little dog cry, it was so sad. I checked her over, but I couldn't see any damage. I consoled Troop, scolded Gretl, and assumed we were done.
Oh no, we weren't. A little while later, Troop came back downstairs, and I looked, and lo, she was bleeding! On her cheek, blood just pouring down. I quickly assessed the situation, and discovered she had a big chunk of her face ripped out-and quite deeply, in fact. I did what I could to clean her up, but I'm no doctor. I think the bleeding has stopped now, but the hole in her face remains.
I know I shouldn't blame Gretl for this. She's a dog, and dogs hold onto their items, I get it. But I can't help but feel bad that the giant dog we have attacked the tiny one, and drew blood. I am guilty of having babied Troop tonight-I'm carrying her everywhere, and giving her treats. Sheesh, you'd think I was the one that hurt her. But she's recovering well, and hopefully, the good health will just heal that sucker right up.