St. Lucia

Today I would like to wish everyone a very HAPPY Saint Lucia day! :)

That's right! Today - December 13th - is Saint Lucia's Day. And although I have to work today, I'm still taking the time to enjoy my day and honor Saint Lucia. The holiday season has officially begun for me!

Speaking of Saint Lucia... it is in her honor that my limited-edition holiday 8x10 photo was conceived. As stated in a previous blog, this photo will be issued only as a thank-you this holiday Season. There's no other way you'll acquire one, unless you manage to finagle one from someone else. You'll find details on a previous blog... OR.... click here, and you'll get the idea. :-p

Life is going smoothly right now. I hope to keep it that way. Wrapping up my classes this week - then I have a whole month off. I plan on dedicating that month to some intensive training to prepare for my match against RWC's Heavyweight Champ "The Genuine Article" Ash Walker. It's going to be on January 8th in Lumberton, NC. This is going to be a match you won't want to miss.

hämta mig

Sometimes I have a bit of trouble with putting things into action. I have all of these thoughts and ideas swirling around in my head. But sometimes it's hard to sort through them all, and make sense of them.

The same thing goes for goals. I have goals. But sometimes I have trouble setting a plan of action to follow to reach my goal.

When this starts happening to me a lot, I usually have to pick myself back up. I need to find my focus. To do this, I usually watch a movie from my "Motivational and Inspiring Movies" list. After I watch it, I suddenly feel more focused. I'm ready to set a plan of action, implement it, and strive headstrong toward my goals.

This actually has been happening to me recently. I've had this goal, but no real way to achieve it. So last night, I busted out one of the "Top 5" from the MIM list:

G.I. Jane

That did the trick. I'm feeling more focused. More powerful. More motivated.

"Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going." Jim Rohn

I'm on my way.

vinter firandet

Alas, the winter will soon be upon us. December has begun, which means many celebrations are ahead of us. My advent calendar is out, and I'm ready to go!

There is so much to celebrate. St. Lucia's Day on the 13th... Christmas Eve... Christmas Day... And of course all of the celebrations in January. Then I remember that in America they don't celebrate all of the same holidays as in Sweden. But that doesn't mean I can't celebrate them on my own, right?

I've been doing my Christmas shopping, and have managed to finish quite a bit of it. I still have some to do. I've had a few people ask me what I'd like for Christmas. If you're one of those people, please refer to...

Mia's Amazon Wishlist

Usually when I receive gifts from my Wishlist, I send a personalized 8x10. Since it's the holiday season, I'll be sending out a limited edition holiday 8x10. I'm having them printed on an as-needed basis, so they won't be available after the holidays.

Feeling generous? Visit some wishlists of other amazing ladies... :)

Allison Danger
Nicole Poliki
Amber Gertner
Sassy Stephie

I hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season. You'll be hearing more from me soon.

hemligheter avslöjas

Okay, it's not really a secret anymore...

My physical therapist said I'm gaining my strength back in my knee. And I'm progressing nicely.

Soooo... the nice gentleman told me that I could try some light sparring. Nothing too heavy. But I could try some things out, and see where I'm at.

I'm on the road to recovery.

OFFICIALLY accepting bookings for 2011.

brottare av året

That's right - the people have spoken - and yours truly has been named the Ring Wars Carolina Wrestler of the Year for 2010.

Did this come as a surprise? Of course not. The people know talent when they see it! And they saw it in me. Can't blame them for being right!

Of course, some people have an issue with me being named the Wrestler of the Year in RWC. One person in particular is "The Genuine Article" Ash Walker. This sexist man claims that no woman should ever receive this title. That women don't belong in the ring in a man's sport. That the only honor I should have is to "put on something cute" and "cook [him] a delicious meal in [his] kitchen." I thought Mr. Walker and myself were on good terms. But apparently the RWC Heavyweight Champ is a bit envious of yours truly - understandably so.

As many of you know, I have been out of the ring since October because I damaged my MCL. Well I'm here to tell you that in 2011, I will be coming back stronger than ever. And Mr. Ash Walker better watch out - because I don't take lightly to threats. My inner-Viking won't stand for it. Prepare for battle.

tack Bob!

This Blog is for the sole purpose of saying THANK YOU to Bob. Why? Because Bob is a total rockstar.

I took a weekend away for some R&R and to prep myself for physical therapy. And when I returned from my mini-holiday, I had a package waiting for me. Well, two really.

First off, I got this totally awesome vintage football tee. It's super comfy, and is now one of my favorite tees. So more thanks to Bob for a new favorite tee.


Also, the next day a second package arrived. I suppose this is because I don't receive mail on Sundays... And in this next package? The Iron Gym Total Upper Body Workout Bar. BAM! I'm going to be ripped.

Thank you Bob for moseying around my Amazon wishlist, and for sending me such nice gifts. I absolutely love them. :) It truly was the icing on my cake of a relaxing weekend. This helped perk up my mood more than you know. THANK YOU. :)

uppdatering

It has been one month since my last blog. I think in my time of resting my knee, I probably could have taken more time for updates. But, to be quite honest, I spent this past month feeling bitter. I just want my knee to be healed. I hate having to be sidelined while everyone else gets to have all the fun. It's been close to a nightmare for me having to sit around and do nothing. There were times where I felt myself slipping closer to insanity.

But - at the end of the day - although my knee is not in good shape, I DO still have my health. So I am grateful.

As of today, I have officially been cleared to begin physical therapy. The recovery process can continue as I finally finish the rest stage and get to begin the rehabilitation process. I know it is going to be a long, hard, and painful road. But I am looking forward to it. Because as soon as my knee is stronger, I can get back in the ring. I can continue on with my life.

This weekend is my last weekend before I start my rehab. I think I will try to enjoy it as much as possible. I will use this weekend to completely relax and "veg out." I will get my head on straight, and prepare myself for battle. Because I know that this is going to be a tough fight with my knee. But I can do it. And I will do it.

I am determined.