I've said so many times that my life either runs at Driving Miss Daisy speed or 1.21 Gigawatts. There is no in between. This week, I'm running at the latter speed. I've got another mega test on Thursday. This one is even "harder" according to my lovely Prof. Harder. Huh. Not quite sure how that's possible, but we'll see.
I've also had lots of family in town this week. My brother and both sisters are visiting. It's the first time we've all been together since 1989. We've seen each other separately of course, but never seemed to make it all in one place. Last night, we took some family pictures during a brief respite from the ugly-ass weather that's been plaguing us. My cousin's wife is a photographer, and I think she got some really cool shots of us. Maybe I'll post some soon.
I've been struggling with another sort of commitment lately - a commitment to myself to get in shape. I have the desire, but I haven't been able to convince myself that now is the time. I'm sure the fact that we have had exceedingly crappy weather hasn't helped because I am a fair-weather exerciser big-time. I'm thinking about starting up the Couch to 5k Program again this weekend. Those of you who are my long-time readers will probably remember that I did this last year and blogged about my progress. I did end up running a 5k, only to get severe shin-splints which curtailed my running for the rest of the year. The program is great in theory, but I will probably double or triple some of the weeks so I can build up gradually. I'm also planning on taking a running class this summer. I had too many commitments right now to start the spring class.
Only 7 more weeks and my life will be back to Miss Daisy speed. I'll then be whining that I'm bored :)
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Ugh. I need to do something as well but I, unfortunately, can't pay for weight watchers right now. The budget squeals with indignation every time I leave the house lol. Running? I just don't know if I could do it...I've never been a runner. But I have to do something free.... hmm.
I'm right there with you! Ugh, I used to have the metabolism of a hummingbird, now I'm a manatee. Jesse and I were just discussing this today, how we're both wearing XL now and maybe the X is for Xtra seXy? Domestic bliss makes ya chubby, I think. That and doughnuts.
We have been loosely following the South Beach diet, just cutting out white carbs. I still need to get to the gym, though.
Bleh. It's tough.
Colleen- I think that the hardest step is just taking action. At least for me. I need to "just do it."
Krystie- Hah! eXtra seXy - love it!
Hey when you're feeling bored you should call me so we can get coffee and be bored together!
I just had to decide to finally do it, and now I just don't let myself come up w/ any excuses not to exercise. It's a daily habit now so it's easier.
Now if I could just get the rest of my life in order. It seems I'm an all or nothing girl - and I need to be more moderate in all things. I highly doubt that will ever happen, but I can dream can't I?
Tiffany - I'm pretty much an all or nothing person as well. I'm trying to be a bit more moderate, but it's just not in my nature.
I don't know how you juggle it all. Especially the test taking. I feel like I have homework when I have to write an article, let alone an actual paper.
And I just inhaled a donut so I'm not help in the other area. I did manage to get to the gym this morning so my guilt is only half-assed, too.
RE- I can only juggle so much, but I know my limits. There are truly some amazing people in my school that work full time, have kids, and go to school full-time. There's no way I could do that and stay sane. Limits - I has them :)
You had a donut and didn't share? How rude!
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