These Guys Can Move into My Imagination Anytime

AJ is having a snooze on the couch beside me and there are so many things I could do right now. Read a book, watch a soap opera, bake muffins or (gasp) have a nap too! Endless possibilities.

So what am I doing? Yes, I am writing a blog post, but I also just finished watching Imagination Movers. I actually got myself a bowl of veggie straws and settled in to watch a kids' show. One may wonder why on Earth I would do such a thing, right?

Look at them! Kinda cute, no? 

Basically, they are four guys called the Imagination Movers who solve problems with big, out of the box ideas. They can each play an instrument, sing and dance. These guys are by no means professionals, but they are quite entertaining, and I believe that the music they play appeals to parents which makes them so tolerable to watch. Plus, they are real adult human beings. For those of us who spend hours and hours a day with children, watching adults interact on TV is a nice break. No offense, Dora.

The other day I did a little background research on these guys and I was totally blown away. It is too easy to make up your own ideas about why four grown men would want to do a kids' show such at this. Are they struggling actors? Musicians? Pedophiles? Not even close. Apparently, the Imagination movers, also known as Dave, Smitty, Rich and Scott are long time friends and neighbors who simply wanted to see a quality live action kids' show starring strong male role models. 

Talk about going after what you want. 

The best part about these guys is their personal stories.

• Scott  - a teacher of 10 years who also holds an undergraduate in Religious Studies created the original thought for the show. 
• Dave - was part of the design team for the New Orleans Saint's practice facilities and he lost his house in Hurricane Katrina.
• Rich - a past journalist also lost his house during Katrina and is the father of five kids. 
• Smitty -  a former firefighter who was part of search and rescue efforts in the Katrina aftermath. 

Real stand up guys, if you ask me. 

I like the message they send out and AJ seems to enjoy dancing to their music. I personally have not gone as far as to get up and dance yet ...... or have I??? Either way, the Imaginations Movers get an A+ in children's programming from this Mommy. 

So there you have it. I enjoy watching four grown men dance around in overalls. 

Now if they would only take them off. 

Anyone want to go see Magic Mike with me?? Please???

Sweepa the Pounds Right Off!

I am putting myself on the pre-wedding Sweepa workout.

I pulled out the old Sweepa broom that D and I purchased last year at the Stamped, and totally forgot what a workout it gives. Not only is it superior in picking up all the little grains of sand that now cling to our laminate floors, but it gives the arms a run for their money.

Because you have to work a little harder than you might when using a regular bristol broom to sweep, you find yourself toning and shaping your biceps. For real. I feel like I just spent hundreds of dollars on a personal trainer and hours at the gym.

I have now begun thinking about all the housework duties that I do each day and how they can help with my "I must look good in a wedding dress" diet. If I put a little more effort into my actions, combined with the Body Vi Shakes, and daily walks, I should reach my goal in no time!

Ok, AJ! Go out and play in the sandbox for a while, and don't worry about bringing sand in the house anymore. Mommy wants to workout without having to go to the gym with all those skinny *beeps*.