Nik: I love a challenge.
Alex: Me too, especially when there’s food involved.
Nik: I wonder if I can actually commit to something for 30 days.
Alex: Well there’s only one way to find out. I’m signing up!

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Nik:  I WANT TO TRY SOULCYCLE AND BLOG ABOUT IT… ALEX, WANT TO TRY A CLASS WITH ME SOMETIME?
Alex:  Sure do. When can we start? I’m fat.

Nik:  I love that this has been sitting in our post draft box for three months and we haven’t tried it yet.

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Alex: Pump. Pump. Pump it up! So you know how I’m trying to shed a few? Meet my personal trainer.
Nik: Hot.
Alex: Yeah, it’s pretty sweet. It pumps you up both physically and mentally.

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Nik:  The older a person gets, the faster the ass heads south. It’s not okay. You know what is okay? Circuit Works. I get so bored with gym workouts and kind of can’t stand classes, but this is the perfect place for my scattered mind. It’s an interval/circuit training workout that rotates through a series of stations combining aerobic and weight training exercises. The music is loud, the instructors motivating, and your mind is engaged because you’re quickly moving through the different stations.
Alex:  I’ve heard about this! Let’s take a class this week… preferably with a male instructor.

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Nik:  Saw some buzz about this App online. Tried it.  It’s genius. Love it.
Alex:  You’re genius. I’ll check it out.

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Alex:  Parking enforcement does not mess around out here. In Wisconsin you could get away with a lot more! Today I went to Runyon to hike. It has such a different vibe than Temescal. Can’t complain though, I’m happy hiking anywhere. Whenever I’m this cheesy, I actually crave cheese. Is that weird? Anyway, I loved how many dogs were at Runyon. I felt like I was walking up a mountain, surrounded by puppies and a sunset over the city background screen saver. I hiked it this morning with 4 other friends. We stopped periodically throughout the hike just to appreciate the beauty around us. Some found it in the sky, some found it in the puppies, and others found it in the hotties with their shirts off. Moments like that keep me sane. I’m reminded of what’s important. I’m feeling refreshed on the walk back to our car. Just as we’re approaching we spot parking enforcement. A Reno 911 lookalike. You see them and instantly your insides hurt. I run up to my car and see that I got a parking ticket. I looked up at the sign and realized that the only day you can’t park on this street is Saturday. It’s Saturday. SHIT! I opened the ticket… $68! ARE YOU KIDDING ME? That’s ridic. I was bummed. All the other cars around me had tickets on them too, this area must be a hot spot. I tried not to let it ruin the fun adventure I had just gone on, but I’d be lying if I didn’t admit I was a little grouchy on the drive home. Lesson learned, read the street signs CLOSELY!
Nik:  Um, yesterday, I parked in a spot that said 1 Hour Parking. What I didn’t bother to look at was the yellow curb which said No Parking. I’m confused. And annoyed. And it was $58. I’m contesting this one. I took pictures. A**H****!
Alex: You should. If I was a parking enforcer I’d just leave notes on the cars saying “Can’t park here biotch! Read the sign. Enjoy the warning! Go Packers.” PS- Can we get Aaron back already? I don’t think my heart can take another week without him. And yes, we’re on a first name basis.

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Alex:  It’s official. I’m almost a grandma. My hair is falling out, I get tired by 10pm and when I get home, the first thing I do, is take my clothes off and change into sweats. The worst part is when I have a couple of drinks I’m hungover for like two days! WHAT IS GOING ON!? Not to mention the bills on bills on bills. They never stop. Cell phone, car insurance, gas, electricity, internet. I’m tired and the responsibilities just keep on coming! It’s my first year out of college and I miss it. I miss being able to skip class if I don’t feel like going. If I skipped work, I’d get fired. I miss gamedays wearing badger gear, drinking, and chanting “LET’S GO RED!” I miss the cheapness of Wisconsin. LA is expensive man. I just filled up my gas tank at $4.79 a gallon. ARE YOU KIDDING ME!? Being an adult is hard. I want to go back to college. Does this feeling ever go away? UGHHH Nik hold me!
Nik:  Well, if you’re a grandma, I’m an ashy corpse in a coffin. The good news is that some of these things will change and get better. The bad news is that some of them won’t. You’ll adjust to the newfound responsibility. That’ll get easier. I think the most important thing I learned in college was how to manage my time and stay organized with lists. Sounds silly, but those lists keep my very busy life in check. As far as the hangovers? They only get worse sister. All I can say is drink a glass of water for every alcoholic beverage you have, eat enough food and get this GENIUS product: Source Naturals Hangover Formula.  I take it even if I only have a drop of alcohol. It totally works. Hair falling out? How’s your diet? Could be stress, could be lack of iron or vitamin B? Make sure you’re taking a good multi-vitamin and eating a well balanced diet. Taco Bell and ramen don’t qualify after you graduate college. Sorry. As far as the financial sitch? Well, you live in one of the most expensive cities in the U.S., so you should create a budget for yourself and live accordingly. Suze Orman has great books full of financial advice for every age group. Lastly, you’re totally allowed to wear Badger gear and yell for our team. OH! I JUST REMEMBERED SOMETHING! When I first moved out here, I joined Hollywood Badgers! You should join. It’s cheap and they offer industry panels and also plan gameday events!

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Nik:  Not that I have cellulite anywhere on my body (cough), but if I did (cough), I’d recommend this product that I overheard the 40-something-hot-mama-owner-of-a-well-known-italian-eatery saying she slathers on day and night. I mean, if this bella donna can work around the most delicious food in LA and look that good?  Yeah, I bought it.
Alex:  Is the universe trying to hint at something? Someone at work gave me a sample of this! My skin feels like a baby’s bottom. Hello boys!

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Text from Nik to Alex:  My pilates instructor is looking for a part-time assistant. Monday and Tuesdays 8-5. $20/hr if you’re interested.
Alex:  Yes!! I am! How do I go about securing that?
Nik:  Call Noelle. Tell her I told you about the position. I don’t have the number. Google it.
Alex:  Is there a time I should call?
Nik:  I found the number (310-***-****).  Call now because I just left her a message saying you’d be calling.
Alex:  Thank you! Just left a message.

Text from Alex to Nik:  I’m meeting with Noelle tomorrow at her studio!
Nik:  I know. She called me and thanked me for recommending you and said that she trusts she’ll like you. Pretty sure the job is yours if you want it.
Alex:  Should I bring a resume when I meet with her? And how dressy should I get? Sorry for all the questions.
Nik:  Yes, take a resume and because it’s a pilates studio and she wears workout clothes everyday, I think you can go nice-casual. Maybe cute jeans and a button down shirt? And maybe a little preppy-like since it’s Pacific Palisades…

Text from Nik to Alex:  Saw that you called. How was the interview?
Alex:  It went well! I’m hired! I start on Tuesday!
Nik:  Great news.  Congrats.
Alex:  Thanks again Nik!
Nik:  No problemo. Now you can buy me a coffee.

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