Dear LeBron

Dear LeBron,

Do you remember that time(specifically July 8, 2010; 6:27 p.m.; channel 6)when you broke up with us on national television? You had been in Cleveland all of your life, playing for the Cavs for 7 long years? I came to every game possible, wore your jersey (in pink), sat in my place of honor, 100 rows up and to the left and cheered for you fanatically? You even did that little chalk thing for us. Do you remember that? We were the best fans a guy could have, in my humble opinion. We were the first "witnesses" to your amazing talent.

Now you've left us, and gone to a new team, and finally won your championship. I wish I could say congratulations, but I just can't. It's too soon. You see, we are like the bitter ex-girlfriend, pining for you to come back to us, standing in the shadows waiting. We are still angry about the past, remembering you on T.V., breaking our hearts, live from the Boys and Girls Club. We have been waiting for your demise, joking with friends that this day would never come because you left your true fans in Ohio. How could you do this to us Lebron?????

Look what you have done! You were selected as the number one pick in the 2003 NBA Draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers. You've set numerous youngest player records since joining the league. You were named the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2003–04, NBA Most Valuable Player in 2009, 2010, and 2012 and have been both an All-NBA selection and an All-Star every season since 2005. You've also won TWO Olympic medals and took the Cleveland Cavaliers to the NBA Finals for the first time EVER.

And now you've won an NBA Championship without us? With your flashier, hotter new girlfriend? Can you blame us for being a little bitter???

While the scheming and the "hating" and the jab throwing ensue, every Cavs (read:Lebron) fan in Ohio has a tiny place in their heart that is secretly happy about this moment.

You're a buckeye that left the state to do better for himself; arguably the best thing to come out of Ohio since Skyline chili. You came from humble beginnings and defeated the odds. Deep down we are proud; bitter, but proud.

So while the break-up (live on national television) still stings a little, congrats Lebron. You continue to reach for your dreams and accomplish your goals. There are so many young people that look up to you and admire your talent. Keep up the good work. But for the record, it's still too soon to be friends.

Summer in America

Happy first day of summer! This day could have not have come sooner. But like John Steinbeck says, "What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness."

This past weekend I went to Baltimore Harbor for the bicentennial celebration of the War of 1812. The U.S. Navy Blue angels were there, and they even had a really cool sand castle competition.



Being gone all last year, and missing a real summer has truly made me grateful for this missed season. This summer I will do all things American. I'll bake an apple pie, go to as many baseball games and country concerts as I can. I'll even wear my jorts proudly as I watch fireworks on the 4th of July.

I'm so thankful to be home, and I'm so thankful for those service members that are overseas right now still serving. Still fighting. Thank you all for your service, and I assure you that there will be a deck chair and a cocktail waiting for you when you return.

Exorcist stair WOD

In 1973, an absolutley horrible, yet iconic, movie was filmed here in DC, specifically in Georgetown. The Exorcist features among many things a dramatic final scene where the young priest throws himself out the window and down a trecherous staircase killing himself and the demon.

Today I threw myself down these same stairs. Okay. Okay. That may be a little dramatic. I actually am part of this workout cult... err group, and we enjoy torturing ourselves, testing our limits and living in a positive manner towards a healthier lifestyle. I'm a Crossfitter. To Grandma Chardonnay's dismay, I have brought my fanatical ways back to America, and continue to do "WOD"s two or three times a week. And now I can eat cupcakes with reckless abandon, and not gain a pound. Okay, that's a lie.

So during my lunch break, I ventured over to Georgetown and we did the following WOD. Behold, the Crossfit Rosslyn Exorcist stair WOD™:

Exorcist Stairs WOD (30min limit)

One single step ascend
8 Squats
One double step ascend
4 Squats
... One bunny hop ascend (single or double step)
2 Squats

One single step ascend
8 Squats
One double step ascend
4 Squats
One bunny hop ascend (single or double step)
2 Squats

One single step ascend
8 Squats
One double step ascend
4 Squats
One bunny hop ascend (single or double step)
2 Squats

10 HSPU
10 K2E
10 Burpees
One ascend (any style)

For time

So as you can see... this KILLED me.



In usual Crossfit fashion, the team was supportive and cheered each other on. That's what I love about Crossfit. It's not just a workout. It's a community, and for some a lifestyle. I just can't get enough.

Happy Birthday Army!

Today was the U.S. Army's 237th Birthday, and it was such a cool experience seeing it all from the outside. After working for the Army for more than four years, this was my first year in a new industry, and seeing the biggest event I have worked on for four years from a different perspective. I just have to share the coolest part about the day: Georgetown Cupcakes came to the Pentagon and created a tank birthday cake! I loved seeing all of the photos from the events today at the Pentagon. Was it bittersweet? Yes. Was I even maybe a tad jealous? Yes. Every job has it's perks, and the Army Birthday, as much hard work as it was, was always a lot of fun. Also, I saw that the Nationals' Presidents did their run around the courtyard! My oly question is what is Thomas Jeffereson doing under that tree? This is no time for a nap! So not only is it the Army's birthday, but also my "half" birthday. You can celebrate those, right? As I look at the twilight of my twenties, I have to wonder, "What is next?" Grad school? A revamp of my blog? You can bet your biscuits! the next six months should be interesting, and I intend on enjoying every minute! :D