Starr and I before the race.
Starr strutin' her stuff :)
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| Beautiful views of Boise during the walk. |
The finish line.
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Women's Fitness Celebration Walk - September 25, 2010
I know I have been a slacker with my working out, but I do still feel like fitness is very important. Its just something I am working on balancing along with everything else in my life. Anyways, Starr and I participated in the St. Luke's Women's Fitness Celebration Walk/Run. It started early...well, we got there early, and then waited for an hour for it to start :) I am proud to say that we finished the 5k walk in a little over an hour (not too bad considering we were surrounded by strollers most of the time). It was something we had never done before and it was fun. It felt good to do it and know that I could actually do it. We'll have to see about next year....
Rafting - August 19, 2010
After going through a few rough years, I was determined to live life again. Something I have always wanted to do was to go white water rafting. One problem...I didn't know anyone that wanted to go...so one day I just happen to mention it while at the gym with Andrea...and waalahh! She wanted to go! So we picked at day and made our reservations. I was so excited....only to get sick right before were supposed to go. Ugh. Luckily, the rafting place let us re-schedule for the following week. I realized that I was so unprepared for "outdoor" activities...I didn't have the proper shoes, clothes, hat, etc. But, after a few little shopping endeavors I was all suited up for my day on the river :) ok, well like 4 hours, but still. So, hopped on a bus along with 40 other people and took a 10 minute drive to our drop off destination. They gave us a quick safety lesson (basically, don't be an idiot and listen to your guide). We put on life vests, hauled the raft to the river, and away we went!
I must say...this was one of the most fun things I have ever done. EVERY single rapid I would be laughing so hard I couldn't barely paddle. I immediately wanted to go again :) Who knew I was such a thrill seeker :)
I must say...this was one of the most fun things I have ever done. EVERY single rapid I would be laughing so hard I couldn't barely paddle. I immediately wanted to go again :) Who knew I was such a thrill seeker :)
Back to School
On August 1st, I started on my path to finish my Bachelor's degree (again). I am attending Western Governors University. It is an online university. So far, it has been great, challenging, but great. I really do enjoy learning, even if it gets overwhelming at times. So far I have finished 3 classes and am working on my 4th. I tested out of my 3rd class in two weeks, so I am a little bit a head of schedule. I wanted to have extra time for my current class....IT Fundamentals. This class prepares me to take my IT certification exam. I hope to complete both IT Fundamentals classes by the end of the year...but we will see. Kind of a small pic, but this is the book for the certification exam. It's 3 inches thick, front and back, with very few pictures. Eek.
Even though learning to balance school with life has been a challenge...I am so grateful that I have the opportunity to finally accomplish this personal and professional goal.
Even though learning to balance school with life has been a challenge...I am so grateful that I have the opportunity to finally accomplish this personal and professional goal.
Tim McGraw
Gosh, I really need to keep up on the blog....my bad.
Well...on July 29th, 2010 my best friend Starr and I attended the Tim McGraw concert at the Idaho Center. We had waited 5 long months for this show....and it didn't disappoint. It started with us standing out side waiting in a huge line and sweating. Lovely. Then we got in and went to go find out seats. I was seriously like a little school girl all excited. I actually got light headed. Yes, he was actually this close to us. I touched his leg 4 times and his hand once. (Yes, I was one of those screaming girls you see near the stage....at least I wasn't crying).
It was an AMAZING show. Lady Antebellum opened, but Tim rocked it. I will only buy floor seats from now on. It is a completely different experience and one I would love to repeat every time I go to a concert.
Here are a few more pics from the concert.
Well...on July 29th, 2010 my best friend Starr and I attended the Tim McGraw concert at the Idaho Center. We had waited 5 long months for this show....and it didn't disappoint. It started with us standing out side waiting in a huge line and sweating. Lovely. Then we got in and went to go find out seats. I was seriously like a little school girl all excited. I actually got light headed. Yes, he was actually this close to us. I touched his leg 4 times and his hand once. (Yes, I was one of those screaming girls you see near the stage....at least I wasn't crying).
It was an AMAZING show. Lady Antebellum opened, but Tim rocked it. I will only buy floor seats from now on. It is a completely different experience and one I would love to repeat every time I go to a concert.
Here are a few more pics from the concert.
Oh ya...we were a bit excited to be there :)
Ya...had to get a bum pic.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Catch Up
Eek, I have been a slacker at writing. I have ended the "challenge." Even though the month didn't go quite how I planned, it is always good to keep a goal on your mind. To my surprise, in the last few weeks since the challenge ended, I have actually lost weight. Go figure. There were a few weeks during the challenge that I was not feeling well (headaches, depression, stress, etc) and had actually put on a few pounds. As of today I have lost 8 pounds since the start of my challenge, or to be more accurate...in the last few weeks.
I will keep posting here and there as "stuff" happens. I need to get going though, have some packing to do for vacation :)
I will keep posting here and there as "stuff" happens. I need to get going though, have some packing to do for vacation :)
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Day 28 & 29
Let's see....Monday the 28th...ya...well it was a Monday. Pure craziness at work. I felt like there wasn't any downtime. I went over to the padres house after work and Mom and I had tacos/taco salad. Yum. Then we watched the Bachelorette together :) Lot's of drama last night on that show. Then I came home and cleaned, cleaned, cleaned. It was a pretty good workout...I actually worked up a sweat, but it was hot.
Today...today I worked, and yet again it was busy. I worked out with Andrea at the gym tonight. We did the elliptical for an hour. Boy, it was muggy in the gym...made us sweat even more. We set a date for Friday night to go have a salad at Old Chicago after work and then chit chat for a bit while the food settles. Then head to the gym to workout.
Well, I am tuckered...good night!
Today...today I worked, and yet again it was busy. I worked out with Andrea at the gym tonight. We did the elliptical for an hour. Boy, it was muggy in the gym...made us sweat even more. We set a date for Friday night to go have a salad at Old Chicago after work and then chit chat for a bit while the food settles. Then head to the gym to workout.
Well, I am tuckered...good night!
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Day 27
Today was a good day. My parents and I went fishing up at Lucky Peak. It was a super nice day...a bit hot at times, but nice. Mom and Dad each caught one fish. I technically had one on my line that I saw, but my line got tangled with Dad's and I lost it. I think I had another one when I was reeling in, but can't confirm it :) Oh well, it was fun anyways, fish or no fish. I applied lots of sunscreen this time, twice actually...still managed to get burned, and as always in a weird way. One side of my nose got really red *roll my eyes at that*....and I managed to get what I call "Neapolitan Arms" again. Red on the top, white in the middle, and brown on the rest of the arm. It looks like Neapolitan ice cream, well not really, but you know what I mean :)
After getting home, I was SOOO tired from all that sun. I took a two hour nap (while trying to watch Star Trek again...ya...I will never finish that movie). Then I got up and regained my bearings and took a walk before it got dark.
So, good day...I had fun with my parents, got some relaxation and sun in, and went for a walk.
After getting home, I was SOOO tired from all that sun. I took a two hour nap (while trying to watch Star Trek again...ya...I will never finish that movie). Then I got up and regained my bearings and took a walk before it got dark.
So, good day...I had fun with my parents, got some relaxation and sun in, and went for a walk.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Day 26
Today has been a pretty good day. Started off with an hour workout with Andrea at the gym. We did a half hour of cardio and then did some machines. It was kinda cool, I was able to take what the trainer has taught me and show her how to properly use some of the machines. Yay for learning something.
I then came home and mowed the lawn. Boy, was it hot. It took me an hour and a half to mow today...I kept taking breaks to drink lots of water. I still got a headache though. Oh well.
I went to church, I hadn't been in two weeks. Eek. It felt good to go, it always helps me get back on track. Now I am just sitting at home wanting to go do something. What I don't know, all I know is I would rather be doing something with someone than sitting at home alone. Ugh.
Tomorrow I am going fishing with my parents at Lucky Peak. I know I won't be up for a gym workout after being in the sun all day, so I plan on just doing a neighborhood stroll.
I then came home and mowed the lawn. Boy, was it hot. It took me an hour and a half to mow today...I kept taking breaks to drink lots of water. I still got a headache though. Oh well.
I went to church, I hadn't been in two weeks. Eek. It felt good to go, it always helps me get back on track. Now I am just sitting at home wanting to go do something. What I don't know, all I know is I would rather be doing something with someone than sitting at home alone. Ugh.
Tomorrow I am going fishing with my parents at Lucky Peak. I know I won't be up for a gym workout after being in the sun all day, so I plan on just doing a neighborhood stroll.
Day 25
well today was semi successful. i had a coffee. but i went to the gym too. i did the elliptical for one hour. burned just shy of 500 calories, went 4 miles. so at least i burned off my coffee :)
Friday, June 25, 2010
Day 23 and 24
23rd....Nothing really eventful happened this day. I was really depressed, I mean REALLY depressed. I skipped church too.
24th....Started to come out of my funk a little bit by mid-afternoon. After pondering it for awhile, I have determined that my switch to new birth control pills may very well have been a major contributor to my demise this month. After work, I went to Eagle Day Spa to get a facial (thanks to my friends that chipped in for an awesome birthday gift). I had only had one facial before this and that was over two years ago. This facial was soooooo nice and much better than the last one I had. I decided to add on a micro dermabrasion, for only $15, I couldn't pass up a deal like that. Its normally $80 per session. My skin feels SOOO much better and my jaw/neck have been noticeably less tense since. I think I will treat myself to this every 3-4 months. Apparently my body needs it.
Was not good getting my activity in. Oh well...I think things are on an upswing though...like I mentioned I am finally starting to feel like "normal" Amy again.
24th....Started to come out of my funk a little bit by mid-afternoon. After pondering it for awhile, I have determined that my switch to new birth control pills may very well have been a major contributor to my demise this month. After work, I went to Eagle Day Spa to get a facial (thanks to my friends that chipped in for an awesome birthday gift). I had only had one facial before this and that was over two years ago. This facial was soooooo nice and much better than the last one I had. I decided to add on a micro dermabrasion, for only $15, I couldn't pass up a deal like that. Its normally $80 per session. My skin feels SOOO much better and my jaw/neck have been noticeably less tense since. I think I will treat myself to this every 3-4 months. Apparently my body needs it.
Was not good getting my activity in. Oh well...I think things are on an upswing though...like I mentioned I am finally starting to feel like "normal" Amy again.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Day 20, 21, and 22
Sorry, I have been a slacker with writing everyday...well and with other things. Guess that's no surprise though.
Let's see...the 20th...Sunday....I slept in until 11AM...I never do that anymore. Then I headed to my parents house to spend time with them and celebrate Father's Day. We watched The Blind Side...definitely a good movie. One I will probably purchase at some point. Then it was Dad's choice for food...he picked the Cracker Barrel. I hardly know what to do with myself at places like that. There are so many selections....so many selections I can't eat...literally. I really didn't want a salad, well I wanted a salad, but not as my entire meal. I got Chicken N Dumplings...oh man...those noodles slid right down and then expanded in my belly. Ouch. Oh but the food intake didn't stop there...then we went to Dairy Queen and I treated everyone to ice cream. Needless to say, I could hardly move. Ya...I definitely ate too much. Alas...did I work out? No...I went to bed. Fail.
The 21st...worked, came home, took a 3 hour nap, watched the mentalist, and went to bed. Fail.
Today...the 22nd....worked, came home...watched some TV, felt sorry for myself...and then took a walk. Today I took a detour through Cloverdale cemetery...kinda peaceful and kinda depressing all at the same time. I had to dodge a few sprinklers, but other than that it was a steady walk the whole way.
Well, that's all I got for today....
Let's see...the 20th...Sunday....I slept in until 11AM...I never do that anymore. Then I headed to my parents house to spend time with them and celebrate Father's Day. We watched The Blind Side...definitely a good movie. One I will probably purchase at some point. Then it was Dad's choice for food...he picked the Cracker Barrel. I hardly know what to do with myself at places like that. There are so many selections....so many selections I can't eat...literally. I really didn't want a salad, well I wanted a salad, but not as my entire meal. I got Chicken N Dumplings...oh man...those noodles slid right down and then expanded in my belly. Ouch. Oh but the food intake didn't stop there...then we went to Dairy Queen and I treated everyone to ice cream. Needless to say, I could hardly move. Ya...I definitely ate too much. Alas...did I work out? No...I went to bed. Fail.
The 21st...worked, came home, took a 3 hour nap, watched the mentalist, and went to bed. Fail.
Today...the 22nd....worked, came home...watched some TV, felt sorry for myself...and then took a walk. Today I took a detour through Cloverdale cemetery...kinda peaceful and kinda depressing all at the same time. I had to dodge a few sprinklers, but other than that it was a steady walk the whole way.
Well, that's all I got for today....
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Day 19
Eww...sweaty. So I just got back from an hour walk around the neighborhood. Tried walking faster than I normally do and yep, sweaty. But I guess that's good...as the trainer said once..."it means you have good pores." That or you are just sweaty.
This weekend has been rough. Yesterday after mowing I developed a lovely migraine. Probably the worst I have ever had. Today I wasn't feeling up to par either, but had stuff to do. Met with Corrine and Starr and their munchkins this morning for a bit. Always nice to spend time with good friends. It was nice being around the kiddos too. Later on in the afternoon I went to run a few shopping errands with my Mom. Meanwhile, I got another headache. I decided to skip church and just rest. A nap seemed to help a bit. I was rudely awakened though....by a BIRD! Yes, I had left the back patio door cracked so the cats could go in and out (spoiled, I know)...and I woke to a bird yelping (for lack of a better word). Scout had caught a bird and brought it into the house. Gee, thanks kitty. So, I jump up from the couch and try to catch the bird. Meanwhile, it is flying around the kitchen. I had to duck a few times. Finally, I caught it with some paper towels and took it outside. It flew off. Needless to say I was quite awake after that ordeal.
Well, now I am going to go cool off after my walk and watch more "The Mentalist." Pretty good show. Night all.
This weekend has been rough. Yesterday after mowing I developed a lovely migraine. Probably the worst I have ever had. Today I wasn't feeling up to par either, but had stuff to do. Met with Corrine and Starr and their munchkins this morning for a bit. Always nice to spend time with good friends. It was nice being around the kiddos too. Later on in the afternoon I went to run a few shopping errands with my Mom. Meanwhile, I got another headache. I decided to skip church and just rest. A nap seemed to help a bit. I was rudely awakened though....by a BIRD! Yes, I had left the back patio door cracked so the cats could go in and out (spoiled, I know)...and I woke to a bird yelping (for lack of a better word). Scout had caught a bird and brought it into the house. Gee, thanks kitty. So, I jump up from the couch and try to catch the bird. Meanwhile, it is flying around the kitchen. I had to duck a few times. Finally, I caught it with some paper towels and took it outside. It flew off. Needless to say I was quite awake after that ordeal.
Well, now I am going to go cool off after my walk and watch more "The Mentalist." Pretty good show. Night all.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Day 14, 15, 16, 17, AND 18...eek
Ok, so this week has not been so successful. Apparently my body can only handle two weeks of everyday activity. Sad.
The 14th...well, I worked (Anna was on vacation so work was VERY constant). Then my ex sister in law came into town to pickup her kids. We ran a few errands, visited, and watched a movie. Then went to bed. Not sure if you can consider just going ALL day long activity...but perhaps.
The 15th...again, I worked and again Anna was still on vacation. Work was non stop again. I think this is what wore me out mentally. It's hard to mentally unwind after non stop for several days. After work I went to my last divorce class, well it was a pot luck. We had taco salads...so pretty healthy. After that I was spent.
The 16th...Yay for Anna being back at work. I definitely felt like I needed a vacation from her vacation :) But I am glad she had a good time, every deserves a vacation. I skipped bible study this night...was just too tired. Tried to take a nap, but no luck. Met up with Andrea at Applebee's for trivia night...and since we were pretty much the only ones there...trivia night didn't happen. Oh well.
The 17th...after work I had a dentist appointment to get a temporary crown put on. I had high hopes to mow after that...not sure what I was thinking there *roll eyes*. I watched The Mentalist and went to bed.
The 18th...phew...made it to Friday...I left work two hours early today. It was slow and I wanted to get home to do the lawn work. So, finally getting my hour of activity in today with mowing.
Again, my body and mind were tuckered out. I am going to extend my month into the first week of July to make up for this week. As much as I didn't want to fail at this challenge, I may have. But when it comes down to it, I need to listen to my body. Apparently it needed some down time, but now I feel ready to go again.
No coffee.
Well, off to relax for a bit...
The 14th...well, I worked (Anna was on vacation so work was VERY constant). Then my ex sister in law came into town to pickup her kids. We ran a few errands, visited, and watched a movie. Then went to bed. Not sure if you can consider just going ALL day long activity...but perhaps.
The 15th...again, I worked and again Anna was still on vacation. Work was non stop again. I think this is what wore me out mentally. It's hard to mentally unwind after non stop for several days. After work I went to my last divorce class, well it was a pot luck. We had taco salads...so pretty healthy. After that I was spent.
The 16th...Yay for Anna being back at work. I definitely felt like I needed a vacation from her vacation :) But I am glad she had a good time, every deserves a vacation. I skipped bible study this night...was just too tired. Tried to take a nap, but no luck. Met up with Andrea at Applebee's for trivia night...and since we were pretty much the only ones there...trivia night didn't happen. Oh well.
The 17th...after work I had a dentist appointment to get a temporary crown put on. I had high hopes to mow after that...not sure what I was thinking there *roll eyes*. I watched The Mentalist and went to bed.
The 18th...phew...made it to Friday...I left work two hours early today. It was slow and I wanted to get home to do the lawn work. So, finally getting my hour of activity in today with mowing.
Again, my body and mind were tuckered out. I am going to extend my month into the first week of July to make up for this week. As much as I didn't want to fail at this challenge, I may have. But when it comes down to it, I need to listen to my body. Apparently it needed some down time, but now I feel ready to go again.
No coffee.
Well, off to relax for a bit...
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Day 12 & 13
Well, I was too tired to post last night. Apparently a full belly of sushi does me in :)
So...as you may have guessed I didn't do a dedicated hour of activity on Saturday. I was tired and choose to relax and pamper myself a bit :)
I did however workout this morning with my trainer (my last session)....then since it was such a beautiful day I decided to take an hour walk around the neighborhood. I got a little burned, that just shows you how white I really am :) I also sat on the patio for a bit and read. Just relaxed while I could before the busy week starts. Tomorrow my ex sister in law is coming to town to pickup her kids and take them to Arizona for the summer. Then, Tuesday night is my last night for my divorce class...well its really only a potluck, we have finished the material already. Wednesday night is bible study, then I am meeting Andrea at Applebee's for a trivia night thing they have...that should be fun :) Thursday I am getting a crown on my tooth. Ugh...lots of money out the window and pain...not fun. Oh and Corrine, Jeff, and the little ones are going to be in town later this week too. Let me just say again...busy week! Should be interesting how I fit in my activity....guess you will have to wait and see :)
Anyways...I'm not sure why I wait until the end of the night when my brain is turning off to write...oh well. Ok, well my eyes are burning...time for bed.
So...as you may have guessed I didn't do a dedicated hour of activity on Saturday. I was tired and choose to relax and pamper myself a bit :)
I did however workout this morning with my trainer (my last session)....then since it was such a beautiful day I decided to take an hour walk around the neighborhood. I got a little burned, that just shows you how white I really am :) I also sat on the patio for a bit and read. Just relaxed while I could before the busy week starts. Tomorrow my ex sister in law is coming to town to pickup her kids and take them to Arizona for the summer. Then, Tuesday night is my last night for my divorce class...well its really only a potluck, we have finished the material already. Wednesday night is bible study, then I am meeting Andrea at Applebee's for a trivia night thing they have...that should be fun :) Thursday I am getting a crown on my tooth. Ugh...lots of money out the window and pain...not fun. Oh and Corrine, Jeff, and the little ones are going to be in town later this week too. Let me just say again...busy week! Should be interesting how I fit in my activity....guess you will have to wait and see :)
Anyways...I'm not sure why I wait until the end of the night when my brain is turning off to write...oh well. Ok, well my eyes are burning...time for bed.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Day 11
It's just pure craziness that in a few days it will be mid-June already! Seriously, where is time going?
So, today was a good day. I seem to be having more good days...perhaps making these changes are contributors? :) Work was crazy busy as usual. Anna is on vacation, but today was manageable. I will say, it was SOOOO nice to get off at 4PM. That extra hour just makes a ton of difference.
Speaking of vacations...mine is coming up quickly. We (my parents and I) leave July 8th and head out to Puyallup, WA to see my Grandparents. I was trying to recollect the last time I saw them, and I think it has been over 8 years. Yikes. Definitely glad we are taking a side trip to see them. After two days there, we will take off for the Oregon coast. Yay! We will be meeting my brother and my sister in law there. We rented a beach house, its about a block from the beach (close enough). We will be there for a week...I seriously can't wait.
Ok, back to what I am supposed to blog about :) No coffee.....and I went to the gym tonight. Did the elliptical for one hour. Again went about 4 miles and burned 450 calories. I have my last trainer session this Sunday...so that will make it 3 times at the gym in a week :) That's a record for me. Ha ha.
Well, I am going to go watch some Netflix and go to bed. Getting my hair done tomorrow :) Ooooh, and going to sushi again with Andrea after church. I think tomorrow will be a good day too :)
So, today was a good day. I seem to be having more good days...perhaps making these changes are contributors? :) Work was crazy busy as usual. Anna is on vacation, but today was manageable. I will say, it was SOOOO nice to get off at 4PM. That extra hour just makes a ton of difference.
Speaking of vacations...mine is coming up quickly. We (my parents and I) leave July 8th and head out to Puyallup, WA to see my Grandparents. I was trying to recollect the last time I saw them, and I think it has been over 8 years. Yikes. Definitely glad we are taking a side trip to see them. After two days there, we will take off for the Oregon coast. Yay! We will be meeting my brother and my sister in law there. We rented a beach house, its about a block from the beach (close enough). We will be there for a week...I seriously can't wait.
Ok, back to what I am supposed to blog about :) No coffee.....and I went to the gym tonight. Did the elliptical for one hour. Again went about 4 miles and burned 450 calories. I have my last trainer session this Sunday...so that will make it 3 times at the gym in a week :) That's a record for me. Ha ha.
Well, I am going to go watch some Netflix and go to bed. Getting my hair done tomorrow :) Ooooh, and going to sushi again with Andrea after church. I think tomorrow will be a good day too :)
Day 10
Ooops...I went to bed before I realized I hadn't blogged yet. My bad.
Well...this will be short and sweet.
No coffee.
For activity I mowed the lawn, it was a bit damp so it took me about an hour and a half to do.
Then I relaxed and went to bed :)
Well...this will be short and sweet.
No coffee.
For activity I mowed the lawn, it was a bit damp so it took me about an hour and a half to do.
Then I relaxed and went to bed :)
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Day 9
Ok, now I am tired. I have noticed a "weird" amount of energy this past week. I am sure the no coffee and the increased activity is why. I have been waking up before my alarm and not running out of energy until 11:30PM-Midnight. Crazy!
Work was insanely busy today. Oh well, the day flew by! Went to Wednesday night bible study, saw Andrea at the church market beforehand. I ACTUALLY went to the gym tonight, I know quite the accomplishment :) I did the elliptical for one hour, burned over 400 calories and went 4 1/2 miles. Not too shabby. I then came home and carried a 20 pound bag of kitty litter up the stairs (after an hour on the elliptical, it felt like a mini workout).
I weighed myself this morning and have lost 2 pounds this week. Not a lot, but better than gaining or maintaining.
Well, its almost midnight...I am cutting it short tonight on the writing. Night!
Work was insanely busy today. Oh well, the day flew by! Went to Wednesday night bible study, saw Andrea at the church market beforehand. I ACTUALLY went to the gym tonight, I know quite the accomplishment :) I did the elliptical for one hour, burned over 400 calories and went 4 1/2 miles. Not too shabby. I then came home and carried a 20 pound bag of kitty litter up the stairs (after an hour on the elliptical, it felt like a mini workout).
I weighed myself this morning and have lost 2 pounds this week. Not a lot, but better than gaining or maintaining.
Well, its almost midnight...I am cutting it short tonight on the writing. Night!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Day 8
Another good day. Tonight was the last night for my divorce class (well, next week is a potluck). I have learned so much about myself, others, and God during this class. I feel so blessed that I got some of my thoughts/feelings figured out, that I have grown as a Christian, that I have grown as a human being, and that I have met such wonderful people. I will miss the people and the class, but know that its time to move on and keep learning other things. Of course, who knows...I may need to go back again :) I guess time will tell.
As for exercise, two other gals from the class and myself took a walk for about an hour around the church. It was nice to get to know them better and get activity at the same time :)
No coffee....but I did get a headache and had a coke. The headaches do seem to be subsiding, so hopefully that's the only coke I will need this week. And as my trainer puts it..."coke is the worst thing you can drink, it cleans off oil from driveways, you know?" I know, I know....but its what I like. So there :)
Ok, well "insert something witty and more interesting here"...I am too tuckered to write more tonight. Goodnight everyone or maybe just the one or two of you who may read this :)
As for exercise, two other gals from the class and myself took a walk for about an hour around the church. It was nice to get to know them better and get activity at the same time :)
No coffee....but I did get a headache and had a coke. The headaches do seem to be subsiding, so hopefully that's the only coke I will need this week. And as my trainer puts it..."coke is the worst thing you can drink, it cleans off oil from driveways, you know?" I know, I know....but its what I like. So there :)
Ok, well "insert something witty and more interesting here"...I am too tuckered to write more tonight. Goodnight everyone or maybe just the one or two of you who may read this :)
Monday, June 7, 2010
Day 7
Phew! One week down, 3 to go. Seems like June will be over before we know it.
Well, today was a good day in my book. Beautiful weather, I was in a good mood ALL day, and felt better than I have in quite awhile. Since the weather was so nice, I decided to not go to the gym and just go for another walk around the neighborhood. I took me about 50 minutes and I estimate the entire route to be 2 maybe 3 miles.
I am trying to figure out when I am going to work out tomorrow. I still have two classes left of my divorce class, so Tuesday evenings are hard for me. I think I will just take my clothes with me and since the gym is only like a mile from church, just go afterwords. My knees need a break from pavement. Anyways, can't believe it has been 11 weeks since starting the divorce class. I have learned so much and feel so much better about things. And its amazing how much better I feel about things I thought I was completely fine with. Just goes to show you how much we can suppress emotions/feelings sometimes.
Oh...ya....the other good news about today is that I was officially accepted into Western Governor's University and start classes August 1st. Yay!
No coffee....honestly didn't even think about it today. No Coke today either. No headache today either. Man, it WAS A GOOD DAY :)
Hope everyone else had a good day...I am off to relax a bit and then get to beddy by.
Well, today was a good day in my book. Beautiful weather, I was in a good mood ALL day, and felt better than I have in quite awhile. Since the weather was so nice, I decided to not go to the gym and just go for another walk around the neighborhood. I took me about 50 minutes and I estimate the entire route to be 2 maybe 3 miles.
I am trying to figure out when I am going to work out tomorrow. I still have two classes left of my divorce class, so Tuesday evenings are hard for me. I think I will just take my clothes with me and since the gym is only like a mile from church, just go afterwords. My knees need a break from pavement. Anyways, can't believe it has been 11 weeks since starting the divorce class. I have learned so much and feel so much better about things. And its amazing how much better I feel about things I thought I was completely fine with. Just goes to show you how much we can suppress emotions/feelings sometimes.
Oh...ya....the other good news about today is that I was officially accepted into Western Governor's University and start classes August 1st. Yay!
No coffee....honestly didn't even think about it today. No Coke today either. No headache today either. Man, it WAS A GOOD DAY :)
Hope everyone else had a good day...I am off to relax a bit and then get to beddy by.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Day 6
Day 6 started off with a morning session with the trainer (and trainer - NO I DO NOT HATE YOU!). It's just my money needs to go to other things for now. But anyways, we did some leg and arm stuff, and then ended with the "evil" elliptical machine :) Apparently, my body can only handle 5 minutes of that machine.
I spent the rest of the day...well, I took a nap :) Cleaned up the house a bit more and then was really really bored. I hate the loneliness feeling. I can't seem to escape it. So, I decided to go for a walk. I put some good tunes on and took off. Walked for about 40 minutes around the neighborhood. It sure helps to get some fresh air and time to kind of meditate about things. At least I made the right choice to go for a walk instead of what I used to do and just escape with a movie. Dang, I do sound sad. Grr. Oh well.
Again, no coffee....other than talking about it with the trainer, the thought didn't even cross my mind today.
Well, tomorrow is the intake interview for school. They go over everything one last time and then I pick a start date. Can't believe I am so close to starting...I am looking forward to the challenge.
That's all I got for tonight. See you tomorrow.
I spent the rest of the day...well, I took a nap :) Cleaned up the house a bit more and then was really really bored. I hate the loneliness feeling. I can't seem to escape it. So, I decided to go for a walk. I put some good tunes on and took off. Walked for about 40 minutes around the neighborhood. It sure helps to get some fresh air and time to kind of meditate about things. At least I made the right choice to go for a walk instead of what I used to do and just escape with a movie. Dang, I do sound sad. Grr. Oh well.
Again, no coffee....other than talking about it with the trainer, the thought didn't even cross my mind today.
Well, tomorrow is the intake interview for school. They go over everything one last time and then I pick a start date. Can't believe I am so close to starting...I am looking forward to the challenge.
That's all I got for tonight. See you tomorrow.
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Day 5
No coffee....although...I REALLY wanted one. I think the cravings will go away eventually, at least I hope they will.
Well, I am off to watch some True Blood :) Good night all.
Day 4
Well, day 4 was a bit unsuccessful. Although I didn't have a coffee, I also literally ran out of time to do my hour of activity. Normally, I wouldn't allow an excuse, but I think this one is justified. So, here was my day...work, bible study, visit with my Aunt that came into town from Seattle. Doesn't sound like a lot, but I didn't get home until midnight and there was little to no downtime in between things. It's not everyday that family comes into town. Family is very important, so when we get the opportunity to spend time with them, we should.
So, I just plan to make up my hour this weekend. I would hate to "lose" my challenge on the account that family was in town. So, off I go to run errands and whatnot. I will update the blog for Day 5 later tonight. Toodles!
So, I just plan to make up my hour this weekend. I would hate to "lose" my challenge on the account that family was in town. So, off I go to run errands and whatnot. I will update the blog for Day 5 later tonight. Toodles!
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Day 3
Well, I got the work out in before the day ended :) It would have been so easy to just say no, I am absolutely too tired or even the thought of "what about a pass?" had entered my mind. But again, those are just excuses. I got the work out in and look, I am still alive.
Today started with me waking up about an hour before my alarm...I even thought about getting my work out done then...but then I quickly decided to get another hour of sleep. The work day flew by, and then I attended my second cousin's high school graduation. It was nice to see family I don't often get a chance to see. One of the speakers spoke about life and how we need to be patient with it. Take baby steps, set small goals, and work towards a bigger goal. I think this challenge is exactly that. Baby steps towards my weight loss goal. Loosing 50 more pounds just simply seems too overwhelming sometimes and its so easy to get discouraged. I apparently discourage very easily :) I hope to change that and I think my way of thinking will change too, but I need to be patient with myself and take those small steps and each day at a time. Sooner than later I will reach my goals, whatever they may be.
As for my workout tonight...I did the elliptical for about 40 minutes (got bored), then grabbed some 5 pound weights and did some "stair stepping". Stair stepping entails me holding onto the 5 pound weights, one in each hand. I then take one step at a time and hold my step for one second on each stair. There are a total of 15 stairs (yes, I counted) and I went up and down them 6 times. I then did just some bicep and tricep exercises with the 5 pound weights. I noticed that my "bad" knee didn't really like this exercise, it did start to crack and hurt more than normal. Guess, that will not be a regular workout until I can build some strength back in that knee.
Again, I survived without a coffee again...actually I did not have any caffeine today and yay! didn't get a headache. Things are looking up, I really love when my head isn't pounding...life is so much more peaceful that way :)
Its sad, but I have noticed that I am already getting bored with working out. Does anyone have any good "solo" work out ideas? I REALLY would like to do some hiking (scenery and exercise), but I don't feel like it is the safest thing to do by myself. So, any suggestions would be great.
A little update on the school thing...I have my intake interview scheduled for next Monday. This is the last step before being officially accepted to the University. At this time I will also select my start date. Looks like it's finally going to happen. Yay!
Well, I must call it a night. Another busy day tomorrow, and why can't it stay light outside until at least 11PM? :)
Today started with me waking up about an hour before my alarm...I even thought about getting my work out done then...but then I quickly decided to get another hour of sleep. The work day flew by, and then I attended my second cousin's high school graduation. It was nice to see family I don't often get a chance to see. One of the speakers spoke about life and how we need to be patient with it. Take baby steps, set small goals, and work towards a bigger goal. I think this challenge is exactly that. Baby steps towards my weight loss goal. Loosing 50 more pounds just simply seems too overwhelming sometimes and its so easy to get discouraged. I apparently discourage very easily :) I hope to change that and I think my way of thinking will change too, but I need to be patient with myself and take those small steps and each day at a time. Sooner than later I will reach my goals, whatever they may be.
As for my workout tonight...I did the elliptical for about 40 minutes (got bored), then grabbed some 5 pound weights and did some "stair stepping". Stair stepping entails me holding onto the 5 pound weights, one in each hand. I then take one step at a time and hold my step for one second on each stair. There are a total of 15 stairs (yes, I counted) and I went up and down them 6 times. I then did just some bicep and tricep exercises with the 5 pound weights. I noticed that my "bad" knee didn't really like this exercise, it did start to crack and hurt more than normal. Guess, that will not be a regular workout until I can build some strength back in that knee.
Again, I survived without a coffee again...actually I did not have any caffeine today and yay! didn't get a headache. Things are looking up, I really love when my head isn't pounding...life is so much more peaceful that way :)
Its sad, but I have noticed that I am already getting bored with working out. Does anyone have any good "solo" work out ideas? I REALLY would like to do some hiking (scenery and exercise), but I don't feel like it is the safest thing to do by myself. So, any suggestions would be great.
A little update on the school thing...I have my intake interview scheduled for next Monday. This is the last step before being officially accepted to the University. At this time I will also select my start date. Looks like it's finally going to happen. Yay!
Well, I must call it a night. Another busy day tomorrow, and why can't it stay light outside until at least 11PM? :)
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Day 2
Wowzers did today go fast! Again, the caffeine withdrawal headache was back and the body was still sore...but that's okay. It just means my body needs some work, to say the least. No coffee again today, but did have to have a Coke to help with the headache. Since I had bible study tonight and it was raining, I decided to do the workout at home. I started with some stretching (seriously thought I was going to have a charlie horse in my hamstring today). After that I did the elliptical for the remainder of the hour. Burned over 400 calories, but forgot to look to see how far I went.
I worry that some of the days will be so full of other stuff I will have a hard time fitting even an hour of good workout time in. I guess I just have to be diligent about using my time wisely. Heaven forbid I wake up earlier than normal and go to the gym in the morning so I don't have to worry about it after work :) It doesn't sound like a hard thing to do, but why oh why can't I do it?! Perhaps it would just be too easy.
Sorry, I don't have anything super creative to say tonight...I am tuckered. Oh one last thing...I know I am writing a blog about myself/the challenge to help keep me motivated, but really I owe my strength to get it all done to God. Without Him I would be running in circles instead of on a stationary elliptical :)
Good night all, and thanks for reading...see you tomorrow!
I worry that some of the days will be so full of other stuff I will have a hard time fitting even an hour of good workout time in. I guess I just have to be diligent about using my time wisely. Heaven forbid I wake up earlier than normal and go to the gym in the morning so I don't have to worry about it after work :) It doesn't sound like a hard thing to do, but why oh why can't I do it?! Perhaps it would just be too easy.
Sorry, I don't have anything super creative to say tonight...I am tuckered. Oh one last thing...I know I am writing a blog about myself/the challenge to help keep me motivated, but really I owe my strength to get it all done to God. Without Him I would be running in circles instead of on a stationary elliptical :)
Good night all, and thanks for reading...see you tomorrow!
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Day 1
First goal accomplished-no coffee today, actually no caffeine today and lets just say its sad that I already have a headache. Second goal accomplished-yes I actually made it to the gym! Not a huge feat for some, but for me it is :) I had actually intended on going right after work, but alas my headache needed some medication before I could do anything else. So of course, I sat and watched my Netflix for a bit and ate some dinner. Another shocker (again, only to me since I am a slacker)...I actually prepared a meal in the crock pot last night. Chicken breast in cream of mushroom. Quite good I must say and the chicken was a lot easier for me to eat.
Well...anyways, back to the gym...today I did the elliptical for one hour. Went a total of 4 miles and burned over 500 calories. Not too shabby. I am surprised I could even get ON the elliptical after the work out from Sunday with the trainer and then many hours of yard work (let's just say I have been a hurtin' unit for the last two days). But I did it, and I guess that's the moral of the story. Now, off I go to do some stretching so I don't hobble around work like a penguin like I did today :)
Well...anyways, back to the gym...today I did the elliptical for one hour. Went a total of 4 miles and burned over 500 calories. Not too shabby. I am surprised I could even get ON the elliptical after the work out from Sunday with the trainer and then many hours of yard work (let's just say I have been a hurtin' unit for the last two days). But I did it, and I guess that's the moral of the story. Now, off I go to do some stretching so I don't hobble around work like a penguin like I did today :)
Saturday, May 29, 2010
A new challenge
There has been a lot on my mind lately. Work. Life. School. Etc. I have come to the realization that I have pretty much half-assed most things in my life. And I am tired of making excuses. I want to feel accomplished. Accomplished to me does not mean having a lot of money, it means finishing what I start. So, my goal is to get back on track with all things in my life. First, I really want to get to my goal weight. I have been super un-motivated for about the last two months. I don't even have a good excuse, I just didn't want to do put the effort in. Second, although I do have my Associates degree, I have yet to complete my Bachelor's. There are more areas I will continue to work on, but these are the main topics on my mind.
So, how am I going to get this procrastination way of thinking out of my head? I am going to challenge myself. Novel concept, I know. So...here's the challenge: For the entire month of June 2010, I am going to give up coffee (again) and I am going to do something active EVERYDAY (Yes, 7 days a week). Active can mean going to the gym, for a walk, yard work, etc. It will be a minimum of 1 hour of activity per day. I will also post a daily blog concerning the challenge.
There will be several rewards: save money (I plan to take the money I would have spent on coffee and buy me some new clothes that fit), get closer to my goal weight, and feel like I have accomplished something!
This is definitely going to be a challenge. I figured I would start with focusing on my weight, since the healthier I feel, the more likely I will do well with the other parts of my life.
As for school, I finished applying for financial aid today. I don't plan on using it, but my counselor recommended I apply for it and if I don't need it I can decline it and if I do need it for some reason, it is there. Now...I am just waiting for word back on my transcripts, complete an intake interview, and then get started! I am sooo excited to go back to school. It will open up so many opportunities for me AND I will be able to mark that accomplishment off my list.
Wish me luck.
So, how am I going to get this procrastination way of thinking out of my head? I am going to challenge myself. Novel concept, I know. So...here's the challenge: For the entire month of June 2010, I am going to give up coffee (again) and I am going to do something active EVERYDAY (Yes, 7 days a week). Active can mean going to the gym, for a walk, yard work, etc. It will be a minimum of 1 hour of activity per day. I will also post a daily blog concerning the challenge.
There will be several rewards: save money (I plan to take the money I would have spent on coffee and buy me some new clothes that fit), get closer to my goal weight, and feel like I have accomplished something!
This is definitely going to be a challenge. I figured I would start with focusing on my weight, since the healthier I feel, the more likely I will do well with the other parts of my life.
As for school, I finished applying for financial aid today. I don't plan on using it, but my counselor recommended I apply for it and if I don't need it I can decline it and if I do need it for some reason, it is there. Now...I am just waiting for word back on my transcripts, complete an intake interview, and then get started! I am sooo excited to go back to school. It will open up so many opportunities for me AND I will be able to mark that accomplishment off my list.
Wish me luck.
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