February 28th, 2011 | Author: trancejen
I finally broke an hour on the treadmill today. And no, this is not going to become one of those exhausting exercise blogs, but damn, I was proud. I’ve been pounding away at that damned thing since Christmas, and finally I’ve reached a major goal. I’ve lost thirty-five pounds since this time last year (actually in the past four months or so), and I’m feeling pretty damned good.
Today I broke up with the guy I’ve been seeing, and no, the teeth were not a factor. He’s been having a lot of problems, I’ve been having a few problems myself, and I finally just decided that it wasn’t the right time. He was cool about it, though. It was probably the easiest break up of all time. No muss, no fuss.
So, there was that.
In other news, the cat has taken to chewing on the rungs of the rocker downstairs, leaving them tooth-marked and slobbery.
I have the strangest animals ever.
In still other news, I leave for Green Bay in three days and have not even begun to pack. This is a labor-intensive project that will involve many decisions and much consternation. I can cram a sick amount of clothing and shoes into four days. I mean a really, really chronically ill amount.
I think every day should have at least two wardrobe changes.
The J-Man has been studying super-hard and just brought home a sheaf of A papers, which warmed the cockles of my hard little heart. His grades have sucked rocks lately, but they’re definitely on the upswing, which means I probably will have to call Kathie Lee and tell her I’m not sending him to Indonesia to make clothes after all.
He might do well at it, though. In Sewing he’s making a pillow shaped like an iPod, and the damned thing is actually pretty cute.
Happy Monday.
So, when is your first race???
oh, and bitter apple for the rocking chair!
Congrats on the run. It’s addictive, isn’t it?
My first race? Good Lord. I have briefly considered a 5K WHEN AND IF I quit smoking, which I am contemplating when I get back from Green Bay. Wish me luck.
Thanks for the tip about the rocking chair!!!
Yes, it is addictive, I’m actually really starting to enjoy it.
If you can run on the treadmill for an hour, you can totally do a 5k. It’s great motivation to keep going!
I started running in June of 2009 and am running my 3rd half marathon in May! When I started, I could hardly run 400 meters! The best part is, when you get into the really long runs, you can eat almost anything!
Wait until the nice weather gets here and you can run outside instead of on the boring treadmill! You’ll surprise yourself at how far you can really go!
Like you, I have terrible vision, so I’ve been using my running time to listen to audio books which really helps disguise the time too. I recently listened to Unbearable Lightness, which you might enjoy.
Congrats again!
So happy to hear that the J-Man is getting back on track. And sewing too. Cool.
Are you running on the treadmill? Wowza. I abhor running more than exercising itself. I walk for an hour on the treadmill. Granted, I walk really, really fast but still, no running for me. If you like it though, more power to you.
Can’t wait for Green Bay! I’ve commenced packing…
I haven’t started packing yet either. I have a list, but nothing in the actual suitcase yet. Remember there’s one less body in the car which = more room for crap. I’m sure to forget something crucial like socks so I guess the planned stop at the outlet mall is a good thing.
Congrats on the treadmill work! And congrats to the JMan for his awesome school work!
Congratulations on the hour spent running. An hour is a long fucking time!!!
Yeah for the treadmill and the pillow. My arch nemesis is the elliptical machine that resides in the living room, somehow I can still look right past it.