Monthly Archives: April 2013

WARNING: This hike is not for newbies!

Posted on April 14, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

As you all know, Mr. Awesome Boyfriend and I love to go on hiking adventures! This hike we found in a book called Tri-Valley Trails Hiking Adventures in the greater Livermore, Amador, and San Ramon Valleys by Nancy Rodrigue and … Continue reading →

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Rodney Strong!

Posted on April 13, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

This is a great Cabernet Sauvignon! It is from the Rodney Strong Estate Vineyards in Alexander Valley (Sonoma County) 2010. This Cab starts the experience with a beautiful deep violet color. The smell is intoxicating with a sweet oaky sense. … Continue reading →

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My Next Adventure!

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

I am now going to start improving my reading speed and comprehension! A lot of people are slow readers and spend a lot of time using old reading skills they acquired during grade school. Most people have bad reading habits … Continue reading →

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Bat Sh#@ Crazy!

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

This is pretty exciting news! I found this on I Fucking Love Science Facebook page. There is a black and white striped bat that has been discovered in South Sudan. This bat is so unique that researchers need a new … Continue reading →

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Vikings!

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

This is one of my favorite shows right now. It is one of those shows you can sit back and just be completely entertained. Everyone needs a little escape from reality. The show is an original series of the History … Continue reading →

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Krav Maga Anyone?

Posted on April 7, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

It is the start of week 5, on the new exercise life style (not program), and I am totally in love with 24 Hour Fitness! I have already lost 3 pounds and gained some serious muscle. I am excited to see what … Continue reading →

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Frozen Yogurt!

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

Berry Delight is a great little frozen yogurt place in the mall. I got the strawberry frozen yogurt with fresh fruit. The calories are not too bad and the strawberry flavor is sugar free and non fat. Frozen yogurt also has more protein … Continue reading →

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Everyone Needs a Goal!

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

I am striving to loose a little weight that I gained during the holidays. I also want to get a little muscle but all this won’t magically happen overnight. Today, marked week 4 day 5 of our new exercise program at our new … Continue reading →

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My 100 Post!

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

Wow, this is amazing! I can’t believe that I have been blogging for a year and a half; and now I have made it to 100 posts. For this blog, I wanted to go back to the inspiration for this … Continue reading →

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This is Funny!

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Girl In Pigtails

Again, from my favorite science gal, I Fucking Love Science on facebook, posted this funny little fact: Pareidolia is a mental phenomenon that allows us to see faces and other objects in completely unrelated settings. Carl Sagan theorized that this … Continue reading →

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