I am so proud of Elijah. First of all he is doing well with Kindergarten. He doesn't love it. He can't tell me why, but he goes every day without complaining and he is doing his work faithfully. So, speaking of work I realized that on all of his papers he was writing the h in his name backwards. I mentioned this to him one day thinking he would probably forget and I would have to remind him. Well, I didn't because he didn't! I check his paper the next time and praised him for remembering to turn his h around. He told me that he checks the letters up on the wall to make sure he is writing them correctly. WHAT?! I am so proud of him for being pro-active about this. His perfectionism is paying off ;)
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Madelyn. My dear sweet Madelyn. She cracked us and herself up in the car last night. The kids were singing "Down by the Bay" and you know the part where they have to say something that rhymes ... well, Madelyn says, "Have you ever seen a bird .... (long pause) ... with a coo coo turd?" ha ha ha ha ha ha hahahahahah ha! She then says, "What is a turd anyway?" We told her and she laughed and laughed and laughed with that great laugh she has. Oh I love it. If only I could bottle it up, or upload it to my ipod. Hey, maybe I will record it an upload it. Oh, it was so funny.
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We finally found a vehicle to buy. It is a huge trailblazer with a third row. It is hard to say good-bye to my van. It was snatched away from me so violently. I don't like that one bit. Now mind you, my van had issues of its own, but it was mine and I knew how to work it. We liked it. But, now we will have to become acquainted with a new monster of a vehicle. It's okay though. I like that it is big for safety reasons and ego reasons ( ha ha! i thought that would be funny so I wrote it as if my ego will be boosted with having the biggest vehicle on the block. with that comes the biggest gas bill so whose laughing now? waaaahhhhh.) We are supposed to go pick it up tonight and pass off all our money to the car guy.
Speaking of the car guy. He is a wonderful wonderful Christian man. He gives us such great deals on the 2 cars that we have now bought from him. He even prayed with Dan on the phone when Dan called and explained to him what happened. So sweet. And, he has such a great business. There is a cafe with free popcorn, ice cream, and soda. A playroom. A wii. A tv. I mean really. Dan and I are going for date night there next time we get a sitter. So, go to Pottsville and buy a car from Bob Weaver. You won't regret it because even when your car has an issue they give you a car to drive or you can hang out in their fabulous shop there gaining weight by eating all the yummies.
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My boy is so in love with me. He wants to marry me. I love it. Dan says it won't last forever and that one day it will be other girls he is noticing. Whatever. Stupid girls. Stealing my thunder.
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Now that my kids are older I have been able to help out at the school more. That's fun. I helped in 3rd grade today for 20 minutes until it was time to get Elijah. It was fun being with a couple 3rd grade girls and helping them on the computer. They were making a crossword puzzle and I couldn't type worth a darn. I kept messing up and then I would say, "Why can't I type today?" and they would say, "We don't know!" So fun :)
Yesterday I helped after school with the King's Club, the after school program. When I walked in and told them I was in charge that day a few girls cheered. How's that for confidence boosting? They are cute 5th grade girls. I am going to help every monday now so that will be fun to get to know them better.
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Right now I am procrastinating on finishing the projects I have started and haven't finished yet so I should probably go do that. Oh, and running and me have not been getting along. I am mad that he kept kicking my patootie so I have been ignoring him even though he keeps calling me. I am going to try again tomorrow, but I am not happy about it. I just don't like feeling like a loser. Ugh. Stupid running and your stupid challenges you bring my way. Grrrr ...
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Monday, August 16, 2010
Fitness ... Ugh
Who doesn't just want to sit around and eat whatever they want when they want with no real consequences?
Am I alone in this?
Well, I know that's not really reality which is why I have started this program http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml It's the couch to 5k interval program. I finished my first week so far which to me is HUGE.
I like it because it is a 9 week program so it will take me into the cooler months when I will be ready for something different and won't mind working out in my basement to a video since it will be cold outside. (I think that might be one of the longest sentences I've ever written.)
So, I love this program so far because it is 3 days a week. I have been aiming for an every other day type schedule and I find myself on my off days looking forward to my on days again. Weird right? I have never felt that way about exercising before. Usually I am dreading the days I have to really push myself, but I have been feeling really anxious about some things lately and I am finding that this whole running/walking thing has been a good for easing some of that anxiety.
Side note: I watched Whip It today (free from the library so why not?) and it made me want to do roller derby. I think I have some aggression issues I need to work on these days. Hence, loving the running and burning muscles, and having to really push myself through these workouts.
Okay, so that's why I love it so far and remember I am only a week into it.
Insert reality here ... I like eating. I like sitting on my bum. I like sipping yummy drinks while chatting with friends. I like movies, reading, funny shows ... are you catching my drift? My hobbies don't generally involve moving much.
BUT, I am 33. Let's just say things ain't what they used to be.
SO, I need to be more active if I don't want to end up weighing way more than I should.
I've had these little revelations along the way over these last 6 mos or so as I have slowly watched my body change it's shape as I have added a few pounds. Basically what I have concluded is that I need to incorporate more activity into my every day life and shoot for a healthy lifestyle.
It can't just be a one time program and then I am good for a while. Those days are gone. To maintain a healthy weight at this stage means it has to be incorporated into your life.
Fitness fads come and go. People (me) get bored with certain routines, videos, etc., but that doesn't mean we just stop moving. Change things up, do what you need to do, just keep moving.
Keep in mind I am talking to myself here. It may sound like I am on a fitness high horse, but really, I am under no delusion of thinking I have figured it out and have found the fitness program that will carry me through.
More reality here ... life changes on you in an instant. For instance, having babies really cramps the activity in your life. I was terrible about staying active when my babies were little. I was living on no sleep so nap time was my down time, not my exercise time. Maybe I would put them in a stroller and walk with them every now and then, but nothing regular.
Plus, factor in cold weather for a good 6 months and that's a huge downer on an trying to be active. Are you kidding me? My activity in the winter is called "Pull the blanket up further because I am cold and just want to hibernate (and eat) until all this cold weather goes away" or something like that.
Anyway, I am completely rambling about fitness at 12:30 a.m.
What I am really trying to say is that I am focusing my efforts on being more active in general in this life. I want to feel better, use the muscles and abilities God has blessed me with while I am still able, and eat healthier things too.
Oh, little tip here though ... One of my newfound loves in Sam's Club. I have never bought so much produce in my life, but it is SO much cheaper and so yummy. I change up what I buy regularly too so our healthier foods are changing all the time. So, recently I bought a veggie tray there for $10 and I would pull it out at meal times. The kids, Dan and I munched on veggies so much that week and it was great because you can add a little dip if you need it too! We are munching on different veggies now, but Madelyn asked for another tray when we were at Sam's last. She especially loved it. The stuff is already cut up for you. It is so simple!
Okay, so all this to say I am loving the couch to 5k program so far. I plan to do it for 10 weeks (I am going to do week 1 again before I move on). I am hoping to lose some weight too. I've already lost 2 pounds. I am sort of doing weight watchers on my own. I have a points tracker device and a little food journal. After the 5k program I plan to go back to my fun videos (Hip Hop Abs, P90) and maybe run on the warmer days if I am still enjoying running. But, my biggest goal is to just be more active.
As with anything I need to be reminded of things like this. That is why I had to babble about this here as my own little personal reminder.
Two more things:
A friend of mine called the program 5k to couch the other day. Ha ha ha ha ha! We had a good laugh about all that could go into that program and how much we think we would prefer that one.
Also, I am afraid to watch Food Inc. I have it from the library, but am afraid it will make me not want to eat anything anymore. If it was just me, I wouldn't mind so much, but I have a family to feed as well. So, be on the lookout for the post that asks for help on how to live off of food that wasn't featured on Food Inc.?
Am I alone in this?
Well, I know that's not really reality which is why I have started this program http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml It's the couch to 5k interval program. I finished my first week so far which to me is HUGE.
I like it because it is a 9 week program so it will take me into the cooler months when I will be ready for something different and won't mind working out in my basement to a video since it will be cold outside. (I think that might be one of the longest sentences I've ever written.)
So, I love this program so far because it is 3 days a week. I have been aiming for an every other day type schedule and I find myself on my off days looking forward to my on days again. Weird right? I have never felt that way about exercising before. Usually I am dreading the days I have to really push myself, but I have been feeling really anxious about some things lately and I am finding that this whole running/walking thing has been a good for easing some of that anxiety.
Side note: I watched Whip It today (free from the library so why not?) and it made me want to do roller derby. I think I have some aggression issues I need to work on these days. Hence, loving the running and burning muscles, and having to really push myself through these workouts.
Okay, so that's why I love it so far and remember I am only a week into it.
Insert reality here ... I like eating. I like sitting on my bum. I like sipping yummy drinks while chatting with friends. I like movies, reading, funny shows ... are you catching my drift? My hobbies don't generally involve moving much.
BUT, I am 33. Let's just say things ain't what they used to be.
SO, I need to be more active if I don't want to end up weighing way more than I should.
I've had these little revelations along the way over these last 6 mos or so as I have slowly watched my body change it's shape as I have added a few pounds. Basically what I have concluded is that I need to incorporate more activity into my every day life and shoot for a healthy lifestyle.
It can't just be a one time program and then I am good for a while. Those days are gone. To maintain a healthy weight at this stage means it has to be incorporated into your life.
Fitness fads come and go. People (me) get bored with certain routines, videos, etc., but that doesn't mean we just stop moving. Change things up, do what you need to do, just keep moving.
Keep in mind I am talking to myself here. It may sound like I am on a fitness high horse, but really, I am under no delusion of thinking I have figured it out and have found the fitness program that will carry me through.
More reality here ... life changes on you in an instant. For instance, having babies really cramps the activity in your life. I was terrible about staying active when my babies were little. I was living on no sleep so nap time was my down time, not my exercise time. Maybe I would put them in a stroller and walk with them every now and then, but nothing regular.
Plus, factor in cold weather for a good 6 months and that's a huge downer on an trying to be active. Are you kidding me? My activity in the winter is called "Pull the blanket up further because I am cold and just want to hibernate (and eat) until all this cold weather goes away" or something like that.
Anyway, I am completely rambling about fitness at 12:30 a.m.
What I am really trying to say is that I am focusing my efforts on being more active in general in this life. I want to feel better, use the muscles and abilities God has blessed me with while I am still able, and eat healthier things too.
Oh, little tip here though ... One of my newfound loves in Sam's Club. I have never bought so much produce in my life, but it is SO much cheaper and so yummy. I change up what I buy regularly too so our healthier foods are changing all the time. So, recently I bought a veggie tray there for $10 and I would pull it out at meal times. The kids, Dan and I munched on veggies so much that week and it was great because you can add a little dip if you need it too! We are munching on different veggies now, but Madelyn asked for another tray when we were at Sam's last. She especially loved it. The stuff is already cut up for you. It is so simple!
Okay, so all this to say I am loving the couch to 5k program so far. I plan to do it for 10 weeks (I am going to do week 1 again before I move on). I am hoping to lose some weight too. I've already lost 2 pounds. I am sort of doing weight watchers on my own. I have a points tracker device and a little food journal. After the 5k program I plan to go back to my fun videos (Hip Hop Abs, P90) and maybe run on the warmer days if I am still enjoying running. But, my biggest goal is to just be more active.
As with anything I need to be reminded of things like this. That is why I had to babble about this here as my own little personal reminder.
Two more things:
A friend of mine called the program 5k to couch the other day. Ha ha ha ha ha! We had a good laugh about all that could go into that program and how much we think we would prefer that one.
Also, I am afraid to watch Food Inc. I have it from the library, but am afraid it will make me not want to eat anything anymore. If it was just me, I wouldn't mind so much, but I have a family to feed as well. So, be on the lookout for the post that asks for help on how to live off of food that wasn't featured on Food Inc.?
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