Lisa Sanchez's Blog, page 33
December 24, 2010
Merry Christmas!
Just wanted to make a quick post to wish you all a very merry Christmas. It's been a fast-paced, wonderful year, and I'm so thankful for each and every person who helped my lifelong dream of becoming published come to fruition.
I hope your weekend is full of good times, good food and good friends.
Merry Christmas!
I hope your weekend is full of good times, good food and good friends.
Merry Christmas!
December 22, 2010
Woohoo Wednesday!
Happy Wednesday, peeps!
Song of the day- Baby, It's Cold Outside (Glee Cast version)
With Christmas just around the corner, family get togethers, good food and drink, there's certainly a lot to be thankful for this week. There's no time like the present, so I'm gonna dive right in!
The cold, rainy weather has kept us indoors, which would normally frustrate us, but not this week. We've enjoyed several Christmas movie marathons. Christmas With The Cranks, Deck The Halls, Frosty The Snowman and Yes, Virginia are a few of the flicks we've enjoyed. Next up on the list is my all time fav, Christmas Vacation.I'm especially thankful for the yummy goodies I've been enjoying, though I'm sure my waistline doesn't agree. Chocolate chip cookies, magic bars, snickerdoodles, sugar cookies and hot cocoa all put me in the Christmas spirit. The butt and waist expansion is just an added bonus, lol!As usual, I'm thankful for my friends. Life throws all kinds of trials and stressers at us, and it's those close friends we make that help us through the worst of times.What about you? What are you thankful for today?
Oh, and if you get a chance, you might want to stop by Goodreads and give a vote to your favorite shmexy faerie :) Just use the write in option at the bottom. While you're there, make sure you vote in the other categories as well. Several Omnific books have been nominated!
2010 Goodreads Choice Awards Official Nominee: Best Debut Author
Vote for this book!
Merry Christmas!
Song of the day- Baby, It's Cold Outside (Glee Cast version)
With Christmas just around the corner, family get togethers, good food and drink, there's certainly a lot to be thankful for this week. There's no time like the present, so I'm gonna dive right in!
The cold, rainy weather has kept us indoors, which would normally frustrate us, but not this week. We've enjoyed several Christmas movie marathons. Christmas With The Cranks, Deck The Halls, Frosty The Snowman and Yes, Virginia are a few of the flicks we've enjoyed. Next up on the list is my all time fav, Christmas Vacation.I'm especially thankful for the yummy goodies I've been enjoying, though I'm sure my waistline doesn't agree. Chocolate chip cookies, magic bars, snickerdoodles, sugar cookies and hot cocoa all put me in the Christmas spirit. The butt and waist expansion is just an added bonus, lol!As usual, I'm thankful for my friends. Life throws all kinds of trials and stressers at us, and it's those close friends we make that help us through the worst of times.What about you? What are you thankful for today?
Oh, and if you get a chance, you might want to stop by Goodreads and give a vote to your favorite shmexy faerie :) Just use the write in option at the bottom. While you're there, make sure you vote in the other categories as well. Several Omnific books have been nominated!
2010 Goodreads Choice Awards Official Nominee: Best Debut Author
Vote for this book!
Merry Christmas!
December 20, 2010
Meet an author Monday + cast pics for Pleasures Untold
Happy Monday, peeps!
Song of the day- Last Christmas (Glee Cast version)
With Pleasures Untold slated for an early Spring release (cough...February...cough...I hope...) I thought it might be fun to start throwing some teasers at you.
I've had fun trying to decide who I'd cast as the two main leads, Martha and Xan. Let me tell you, it was no easy feat, and I'm still a bit unsure. I've yet to find the perfect actor/actress for either. Until I come across perfection, these two beautiful people will just have to do.
For Martha, I've chosen Shenae Grimes.
I don't watch 90210, so I have no clue as to what she sounds like, her mannerisms, or anything else. She's got the right hair and coloring, and is the closest I've been able to find... so far. Straighten that hair, slap on a ton of black eyeliner and makeup and she'd be a contender. I think... Lol!
For Xan, I've chosen Taylor Kinney.
Yes, Xan is Latin. No, this boy isn't. However, he's pretty darn close to what I see in my head, and well...he's just so pretty to look at. Taylor played Mason Lockwood on The Vampire Diaries. I said played, as his character was recently killed (pity.) Bad boy played a hunky werewolf. Check out those abs!!
Okay, on to the hop!
Authors! Have a book out? Are you under contract for publication? Make sure you join in the hop. This is a great way to network your blog and let readers know who you are!
Here's how it works:
READERS:
Follow as many authors as you like. Just follow the Linky list and hop from author to author. The idea is to find as many "new to you" authors as you can, and hopefully some great new reading material as well. Leave a comment as you hop from blog to blog! We'd love to chat with you!
AUTHORS:
Follow the Meet an author Monday host (Cali Cheer Mom) along with any of the wonderfully talented authors on the list.You will need to enter your name and blog url into the Linky tool.Grab our super cute button and place it in a post. (THIS IS IMPORTANT!) If you don't create a post for the hop, your readers won't have a place to comment, and the hop will stop with you. So create a post, paste in the Linky code and start hopping!The purpose of the hop is to meet "new to you" authors and discover great new reads. Follow as many authors as you can. Leave a comment and introduce yourself!If you'd like to share the Linky list in a post on your blog ( Please do!) just follow the link and grab the code.
Have a great Monday!
Song of the day- Last Christmas (Glee Cast version)
With Pleasures Untold slated for an early Spring release (cough...February...cough...I hope...) I thought it might be fun to start throwing some teasers at you.
I've had fun trying to decide who I'd cast as the two main leads, Martha and Xan. Let me tell you, it was no easy feat, and I'm still a bit unsure. I've yet to find the perfect actor/actress for either. Until I come across perfection, these two beautiful people will just have to do.
For Martha, I've chosen Shenae Grimes.
I don't watch 90210, so I have no clue as to what she sounds like, her mannerisms, or anything else. She's got the right hair and coloring, and is the closest I've been able to find... so far. Straighten that hair, slap on a ton of black eyeliner and makeup and she'd be a contender. I think... Lol!
For Xan, I've chosen Taylor Kinney.
Yes, Xan is Latin. No, this boy isn't. However, he's pretty darn close to what I see in my head, and well...he's just so pretty to look at. Taylor played Mason Lockwood on The Vampire Diaries. I said played, as his character was recently killed (pity.) Bad boy played a hunky werewolf. Check out those abs!!
Okay, on to the hop!
Authors! Have a book out? Are you under contract for publication? Make sure you join in the hop. This is a great way to network your blog and let readers know who you are!
Here's how it works:
READERS:
Follow as many authors as you like. Just follow the Linky list and hop from author to author. The idea is to find as many "new to you" authors as you can, and hopefully some great new reading material as well. Leave a comment as you hop from blog to blog! We'd love to chat with you!
AUTHORS:
Follow the Meet an author Monday host (Cali Cheer Mom) along with any of the wonderfully talented authors on the list.You will need to enter your name and blog url into the Linky tool.Grab our super cute button and place it in a post. (THIS IS IMPORTANT!) If you don't create a post for the hop, your readers won't have a place to comment, and the hop will stop with you. So create a post, paste in the Linky code and start hopping!The purpose of the hop is to meet "new to you" authors and discover great new reads. Follow as many authors as you can. Leave a comment and introduce yourself!If you'd like to share the Linky list in a post on your blog ( Please do!) just follow the link and grab the code.
Have a great Monday!
December 15, 2010
Sports performance tips from guest blogger-Brooke de Lench
Happy Thursday, peeps!
Song of the day- Siren Song by Bat For Lashes
I'd like to give a warm welcome to guest blogger, Brooke de Lench. Hi, Brooke! (waves frantically!) Thank you so much for joining me on Cali Cheer Mom.
Brooke is the founder and editor in chief of MomsTeam.com. She's been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox, and is the author of Home Team Advantage: The Critical Role Of Mothers In Youth Sports.
Today, she'll be sharing her best tips to help young athletes perform their best.
So, without further ado, I give you Brooke!
Helping Student Athletes Perform Their BestWith the school sports season underway, the nation's 30 million middle and high school athletes face challenges like never before. Competition for roster spots, playing time and athletic scholarships is at an all-time high. Mothers of these athletes are equally challenged with ensuring their kids perform their best in school and on the playing field. To help, sports parenting expert Brooke de Lench – a mom, former athlete, youth coach, author and founder of the sports parenting resource MomsTeam.com – recommends the following game plan:
Blow the Whistle at Bedtime. Studies show that students need nine hours of sleep but only get about seven. Set a consistent "lights out" time for turning off the computer, cell phone and television so young athletes get the rest they need. Consider docking texting and gaming devices away from their bedroom to reduce late-night distractions.
Fuel the Burn. Active young athletes need at least 3,000 calories per day for peak performance, so they need to eat very frequently. Help them maintain energy throughout the day by sending them off with healthy, high-carb, low-fat snacks such as energy bars, trail mix or dried fruit to munch at their desks (if it's ok with the teacher). Students with early morning workouts should eat two breakfasts – one before the workout and one before school. So, send athletes to practice with a snack to help them recover and refuel.
Be Proactive About Hydration. Staying hydrated during the school day is challenging. In fact, studies show that many student athletes start their sports already dehydrated, making it difficult for them to catch up during activity. For safety and performance reasons athletes need to be hydrated no matter what the season, and water isn't enough because it doesn't hydrate as effectively as a sports drink like Gatorade that is scientifically formulated with fluid, electrolytes and carbohydrates to rapidly replace what athletes lose through sweat and provide energy to keep them at the top of their game.
Use Sports Sense to Power Schoolwork. Great athletes are disciplined, focused and dedicated. Help young athletes channel these qualities to manage their schoolwork as well. Encourage them to use free time at school to review notes or knock off smaller assignments. Also, coach them to tackle the tough stuff first. Young athletes will be tired after sports, so they should finish priority and difficult homework earlier in the day.
Don't Forget the Fun. Youth sports may be increasingly competitive, but the top reason kids play sports is to enjoy the game. Look out for warning signs that students are struggling to enjoy the experience, and work with them to find a solution. Warning signs include: complaints of sickness at practice or game time; slow return to practice after injury; nervousness, anxiety or anger before, during or after the game; practices well but plays poorly.
Brooke de Lench is the author of Home Team Advantage: The Critical Role of Mothers in Youth Sports.###
Thank you so much, Brooke!
I'm happy to announce that along with these great performance tips, the wonderful people at Gatorade have agreed to provide a Fuel Pack for giveaway. This includes a gift card to Dick's Sporting Goods, and a 6-pack of Gatorade 02 Perform from the G series.
To enter the giveaway, please leave a comment, and include your email addy. Winner will be drawn using a random number generator from Random Org on Friday. U.S. residents only, please.
Song of the day- Siren Song by Bat For Lashes
I'd like to give a warm welcome to guest blogger, Brooke de Lench. Hi, Brooke! (waves frantically!) Thank you so much for joining me on Cali Cheer Mom.
Brooke is the founder and editor in chief of MomsTeam.com. She's been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox, and is the author of Home Team Advantage: The Critical Role Of Mothers In Youth Sports.
Today, she'll be sharing her best tips to help young athletes perform their best.
So, without further ado, I give you Brooke!
Helping Student Athletes Perform Their BestWith the school sports season underway, the nation's 30 million middle and high school athletes face challenges like never before. Competition for roster spots, playing time and athletic scholarships is at an all-time high. Mothers of these athletes are equally challenged with ensuring their kids perform their best in school and on the playing field. To help, sports parenting expert Brooke de Lench – a mom, former athlete, youth coach, author and founder of the sports parenting resource MomsTeam.com – recommends the following game plan:
Blow the Whistle at Bedtime. Studies show that students need nine hours of sleep but only get about seven. Set a consistent "lights out" time for turning off the computer, cell phone and television so young athletes get the rest they need. Consider docking texting and gaming devices away from their bedroom to reduce late-night distractions.
Fuel the Burn. Active young athletes need at least 3,000 calories per day for peak performance, so they need to eat very frequently. Help them maintain energy throughout the day by sending them off with healthy, high-carb, low-fat snacks such as energy bars, trail mix or dried fruit to munch at their desks (if it's ok with the teacher). Students with early morning workouts should eat two breakfasts – one before the workout and one before school. So, send athletes to practice with a snack to help them recover and refuel.
Be Proactive About Hydration. Staying hydrated during the school day is challenging. In fact, studies show that many student athletes start their sports already dehydrated, making it difficult for them to catch up during activity. For safety and performance reasons athletes need to be hydrated no matter what the season, and water isn't enough because it doesn't hydrate as effectively as a sports drink like Gatorade that is scientifically formulated with fluid, electrolytes and carbohydrates to rapidly replace what athletes lose through sweat and provide energy to keep them at the top of their game.
Use Sports Sense to Power Schoolwork. Great athletes are disciplined, focused and dedicated. Help young athletes channel these qualities to manage their schoolwork as well. Encourage them to use free time at school to review notes or knock off smaller assignments. Also, coach them to tackle the tough stuff first. Young athletes will be tired after sports, so they should finish priority and difficult homework earlier in the day.
Don't Forget the Fun. Youth sports may be increasingly competitive, but the top reason kids play sports is to enjoy the game. Look out for warning signs that students are struggling to enjoy the experience, and work with them to find a solution. Warning signs include: complaints of sickness at practice or game time; slow return to practice after injury; nervousness, anxiety or anger before, during or after the game; practices well but plays poorly.
Brooke de Lench is the author of Home Team Advantage: The Critical Role of Mothers in Youth Sports.###
Thank you so much, Brooke!
I'm happy to announce that along with these great performance tips, the wonderful people at Gatorade have agreed to provide a Fuel Pack for giveaway. This includes a gift card to Dick's Sporting Goods, and a 6-pack of Gatorade 02 Perform from the G series.
To enter the giveaway, please leave a comment, and include your email addy. Winner will be drawn using a random number generator from Random Org on Friday. U.S. residents only, please.
Found my Martha!
Squee!
No, I'm not the most talented person when it comes to fiddling with graphics and such.
That being said, I couldn't not play around with this image I purchased earlier today. This girl IS Martha.
I'm so excited!
Now I just need to find my Xan :)
No, I'm not the most talented person when it comes to fiddling with graphics and such.
That being said, I couldn't not play around with this image I purchased earlier today. This girl IS Martha.
I'm so excited!
Now I just need to find my Xan :)
Woohoo Wednesday!
Happy Wednesday, peeps!
Song of the day- Stronger by Britney Spears.
Even with the busy holiday season, long work days, messy houses and kids that don't want to listen, there's still so much to be thankful for. It's so easy to get mired down in all the yuck, all the stress.
That's why I created the Woohoo Wednesday post. It's a great way to slow down for a few seconds and reflect on the good instead of the bad. I've got quite a bit to be thankful for, so I'll get started.
Friday is the last day of school for my girls before they are off for two weeks. No cheer either. Just a nice long break where we can all sleep in and spend the day in our jammies if we want. Squee!Christmas is just over a week away. I love this time of year, and when the girls get out of school it will be great to finally have some time to participate in some holiday activities like baking. Oh, yeah, I'm totally going to get my Betty Crocker on.As promised yesterday, I saved one video from this past weekend to share with you. The video is of Youth Gold (level 2) which both Taryn and Irelynn are on. This particular performance won them a first place trophy, ribbons and shirts. We're all so proud! Oh, and the crazy lady screaming is me. I get a little excited when they perform :D
What are you thankful for today?
Song of the day- Stronger by Britney Spears.
Even with the busy holiday season, long work days, messy houses and kids that don't want to listen, there's still so much to be thankful for. It's so easy to get mired down in all the yuck, all the stress.
That's why I created the Woohoo Wednesday post. It's a great way to slow down for a few seconds and reflect on the good instead of the bad. I've got quite a bit to be thankful for, so I'll get started.
Friday is the last day of school for my girls before they are off for two weeks. No cheer either. Just a nice long break where we can all sleep in and spend the day in our jammies if we want. Squee!Christmas is just over a week away. I love this time of year, and when the girls get out of school it will be great to finally have some time to participate in some holiday activities like baking. Oh, yeah, I'm totally going to get my Betty Crocker on.As promised yesterday, I saved one video from this past weekend to share with you. The video is of Youth Gold (level 2) which both Taryn and Irelynn are on. This particular performance won them a first place trophy, ribbons and shirts. We're all so proud! Oh, and the crazy lady screaming is me. I get a little excited when they perform :D
What are you thankful for today?
December 14, 2010
In which I inundate you with all things cheer
Happy Tuesday, peeps!
Song of the day- Please Don't Go by Mike Posner
I warned you all yesterday I'd be posting more cheer videos. I can't seem to help myself.
Today I'm sharing my girl's individual team performances. There are four videos total, however, I'm saving one for tomorrow's Woohoo Wednesday post.
Here we go!
Junior Red ( This is Taryn's team. She is a flyer and is in front for one legged stunts and on the left of the screen in the pyramid.) She learned how to do her tuck this season and proudly shows it off in this routine. Yay Taryn! This team has quite a few injuries and have been unable to perform full out. Once everyone is well, they will be on fire!
Senior Blue (Kendall's level 2 crossover team)
This team is a force to be reckoned with. They had a fall and a few minor and unfortunate mishaps that kept them from dominating the competition like they did just a week before. Three of the SC Girl's are on this team and they love cheering together.
Senior Platinum (Kendall's 5 team)
This team is like the little engine that could. Riddled with injuries, they keep pushing forward and doing their best despite the pain and suffering they feel. This was a tough weekend for them, but I know they'll keep pushing forward and show everyone just how awesome they are. We're all very proud.
Hope you all have a wonderful day!
Song of the day- Please Don't Go by Mike Posner
I warned you all yesterday I'd be posting more cheer videos. I can't seem to help myself.
Today I'm sharing my girl's individual team performances. There are four videos total, however, I'm saving one for tomorrow's Woohoo Wednesday post.
Here we go!
Junior Red ( This is Taryn's team. She is a flyer and is in front for one legged stunts and on the left of the screen in the pyramid.) She learned how to do her tuck this season and proudly shows it off in this routine. Yay Taryn! This team has quite a few injuries and have been unable to perform full out. Once everyone is well, they will be on fire!
Senior Blue (Kendall's level 2 crossover team)
This team is a force to be reckoned with. They had a fall and a few minor and unfortunate mishaps that kept them from dominating the competition like they did just a week before. Three of the SC Girl's are on this team and they love cheering together.
Senior Platinum (Kendall's 5 team)
This team is like the little engine that could. Riddled with injuries, they keep pushing forward and doing their best despite the pain and suffering they feel. This was a tough weekend for them, but I know they'll keep pushing forward and show everyone just how awesome they are. We're all very proud.
Hope you all have a wonderful day!
December 13, 2010
We've got video!!!!!!
Woot!
I've been waiting for what feels like an eternity to be able to share full video of this years AP teams. My girls are on four of the seven teams, and man, are they awesome.
This highlight video is the first of several to come over the next day or two. This footage was take from last weeks competition at UC Davis. The music playing in the background is Sr. Blue (level 2) music. This is Kendall's favorite team. Baby girl rocks the dance section. Ahem...she's in the middle...cough... :D
Enjoy!
I've been waiting for what feels like an eternity to be able to share full video of this years AP teams. My girls are on four of the seven teams, and man, are they awesome.
This highlight video is the first of several to come over the next day or two. This footage was take from last weeks competition at UC Davis. The music playing in the background is Sr. Blue (level 2) music. This is Kendall's favorite team. Baby girl rocks the dance section. Ahem...she's in the middle...cough... :D
Enjoy!
Meet an author Monday!
Happy Monday, peeps!
Big weekend at the Sanchez house. My girls performed in their biggest competition of the season. I'm happy to say my youngest two walked away with a first place trophy and t-shirts! Both of Kendall's teams had some difficulties with stunting and tumbling, but even though they didn't place, we're still very proud. Pictures and video to come :)
On the book front, I caught a glimpse of Martha's cover, and all I can say is WOW! It's beautiful and I'm in love!!! Can't wait for you all to see it!
Okay, on to the hop!
Authors! Have a book out? Are you under contract for publication? Make sure you join in the hop. This is a great way to network your blog and let readers know who you are!
Here's how it works:
READERS:
Follow as many authors as you like. Just follow the Linky list and hop from author to author. The idea is to find as many "new to you" authors as you can, and hopefully some great new reading material as well. Leave a comment as you hop from blog to blog! We'd love to chat with you!
AUTHORS:
Follow the Meet an author Monday host (Cali Cheer Mom) along with any of the wonderfully talented authors on the list.You will need to enter your name and blog url into the Linky tool.Grab our super cute button and place it in a post. (THIS IS IMPORTANT!) If you don't create a post for the hop, your readers won't have a place to comment, and the hop will stop with you. So create a post, paste in the Linky code and start hopping!The purpose of the hop is to meet "new to you" authors and discover great new reads. Follow as many authors as you can. Leave a comment and introduce yourself!If you'd like to share the Linky list in a post on your blog ( Please do!) just follow the link and grab the code.
Big weekend at the Sanchez house. My girls performed in their biggest competition of the season. I'm happy to say my youngest two walked away with a first place trophy and t-shirts! Both of Kendall's teams had some difficulties with stunting and tumbling, but even though they didn't place, we're still very proud. Pictures and video to come :)
On the book front, I caught a glimpse of Martha's cover, and all I can say is WOW! It's beautiful and I'm in love!!! Can't wait for you all to see it!
Okay, on to the hop!
Authors! Have a book out? Are you under contract for publication? Make sure you join in the hop. This is a great way to network your blog and let readers know who you are!
Here's how it works:
READERS:
Follow as many authors as you like. Just follow the Linky list and hop from author to author. The idea is to find as many "new to you" authors as you can, and hopefully some great new reading material as well. Leave a comment as you hop from blog to blog! We'd love to chat with you!
AUTHORS:
Follow the Meet an author Monday host (Cali Cheer Mom) along with any of the wonderfully talented authors on the list.You will need to enter your name and blog url into the Linky tool.Grab our super cute button and place it in a post. (THIS IS IMPORTANT!) If you don't create a post for the hop, your readers won't have a place to comment, and the hop will stop with you. So create a post, paste in the Linky code and start hopping!The purpose of the hop is to meet "new to you" authors and discover great new reads. Follow as many authors as you can. Leave a comment and introduce yourself!If you'd like to share the Linky list in a post on your blog ( Please do!) just follow the link and grab the code.
December 10, 2010
Athletic Perfection in the local paper!
Happy Friday, peeps!
Song of the day- Marry You (Glee Cast Version) I just bought the fourth Glee CD and have been listening to it non stop. Love it!
Bust day here in the Sanchez household. We're gearing up for another cheer competition. This particular comp is two days and the girls will be facing off with all the best teams in California. It's a big deal, and we're all very excited.
I came across a link from our local paper this morning, bragging on our gym's first place sweep at last weekend's competition in Davis.
Check it out- Tracy Press
Ahem, I'm just going to brag here and say that my younger two are on the youth 2 team that received the all levels bid. Woot!
Can't wait to be able to finally post some video for you all to see.
Have a great weekend!
Song of the day- Marry You (Glee Cast Version) I just bought the fourth Glee CD and have been listening to it non stop. Love it!
Bust day here in the Sanchez household. We're gearing up for another cheer competition. This particular comp is two days and the girls will be facing off with all the best teams in California. It's a big deal, and we're all very excited.
I came across a link from our local paper this morning, bragging on our gym's first place sweep at last weekend's competition in Davis.
Check it out- Tracy Press
Ahem, I'm just going to brag here and say that my younger two are on the youth 2 team that received the all levels bid. Woot!
Can't wait to be able to finally post some video for you all to see.
Have a great weekend!
