Don't call it a comeback...

What. the hell. Where. have I been??? UGH! Wow. I got really consumed with my shitty job and the stress involved in it. So I got a new job! Started last week, had one LAST week of negligence on my body and brain and here we go. We got on the scale tonight and both B +I are not where we would like. It's gonna take some work and discipline. Not sure when or what I want my goal to be. I just want to get a good routine happening!
I went for a run with Gracie after my 1.5 hr nap!! I am not tracking milage but minutes. My pedometer sucks, and honestly I don't care right now about miles. I need to burn off the garbage and get the lungs healing and conditioned again.
I want to get primed up for skiing and snowshoeing. I hate thinking about winter, but it is such a frickin reality just hanging around the corner. Plus with my new job I get to wear fun things so I should try to look the part, right?? right.
I'm doing the social workout challenge again , so that should be a motivator.
I wish myself some luck. I'm better than this. just do it.

where did summer go...

today after work megan and i ran nokomis twice. it was about 6 miles? beautiful day- warm sun, cool temps. i wish it would stay like this a lot longer!!
i have been doing the "i heart fall" challenge on social workout. been doing great with my exercise, but failing to be 100% on the calorie counting. i think if i made a paper cheat sheet and actually sat down and was able to create a favorites list on my calorie counter i  would be a lot more successful. i really need that visual in front of me...reality check!! i ate too many sweets today and not enough structured meals. totally thirsty and haven't drank shit. i know what to do-just do it!!
i have made a commitment to myself that i want to run 10 miles by winter...ie when the white stuff is flying. i would like to do that run with megs. i have also committed that i do not want to EVER run anything more than a half. i do not want to commit the time or work into it. i just don't like running that much. to me running is a challenge to see if i can finish and how hard i can push myself. there is definitely more to life then running. it is just so darn quick and rewarding!! here's to the next adventure!!

high five!!

Yay for me! I managed to get my 3 workouts in for the week. Considering how sore I was for a few of the days, I did good. It's tough to get motivated + back in the groove once you stop.
I ran with Megan, aka the MoARC (mall of america running club :) on Tuesday, around Calhoun + Lake of the Isles. I just didn't want to stop once we here jabbin and jivin. Megan is a great running partner! She has great drive, dedication and sets goals but doesn't let running consume her life. I appreciate that about her! Yay, Megs!
But after that 6 mile run.....man I was in pain!! Having pain in my left hip and ever since I started back on my running regime in Feb. I have had major achilles pain. Guess I better get that in check!!

Tonight Bobby and I played tennis down by the airport in SSP. Man, that was a great time! It has been about a year, so not too bad!!! We both can't wait to play again. I ran miss Gracie when we got home. she is sooooo funny!! She takes off like a rocket and I can barely keep up with her!! She's pretty zippy!
We need to start doing some training so I can run her in the MonsterDash 5K in October.

Tomorrow I will go to  the Faruer's Market. Bobby wants me to make more pickles! The Hall's are coming up for the afternoon. Coop + Lu's reception. Then naughty state fair time with E.G.O. yuuuum + fun!!

 Have a safe + fun weekend!!

I'm BAAAAck

well, that was a well drawn out hyatis! I can't say that I didn't enjoy being a little careless, a little reckless with my body...my mind was good....body took a small thrashing! But we had such an amazing vacation, some trials and tribulations when we got back. But now we're back, and I'm back. SO LET'S DO THIS THANG!!!
Some disappointment did come to fruition....
1. Diet is important. I lived without eating my mini meals all day. That sucked. Now I am binging more...at real bad times. Must turn that shit around.
2. Running is a habit. Until you break that habit. I am back at square 2...not 1. But the lung capacity isn't there, the posture isn't there and  my achille's huuuurt!!
3. Wellness, fit level and a healthy living reallly affect the brain. I should be on top of the world, just being newly engaged, but I am crabasaurus rex too much. I love my man and have a lot of fun. Need to keep the endorphins pumping....all the time!!
4. chocolate and cheese are treats. NOT a staple!!!
5. Believe. Keep a journal. AND JUST DO IT!!!!

I ran Gracie tonight for 1.5m. But we hit some MAJOR hills, so I don't feel like a total wimp!
I ate half a small melon, made melon/mint water out of the scrapings, and am going to have brown rice lettuce wraps. And try to stay away from chocolate. really really try. Really.

I am going running with the Megster tomorrow around Calhoun. She's a great partner. Hope I can keep up. Ibuprofen anyone???

and that shall be all for tonight....din din, new magazine + bedtime!!

buzzzed up!

I need to exercise. But must focus on trip. Want to run. Want to bike. Want to swim.
Must pack. Must be organized. Must fit into pants. :)

Maybe I'll sneak in a run tomorrow!!

one tired puppy

After a very successful shopping spree and trying on my new clothes, the dogs and I set out for a run. The girls were BONKERS and couldn't hav ehinted more that they wanted to run!! I ran them to Kaposia and walked a bit, then ran down by the river. They were pretty pooped. Can't say I wasn't a bit warn either. It was nice but pretty humid. The girls assed out but are raring to go again! Darn it!!

Trying to get laundry and the nasty dishes done...yucky. So beat!! Having a salad and cold caprese pasta. b. Picked 2 more small tomaters from the plants and used fresh herbs+ fresh parm. YUM!! I am definitely having dessert tonight!!

Had to say goodbye to my sister and family today. Feels like losing a limb.We had such a great time, even though we had to deal with some very emotional issues. Everyone loves the dogs ( thank God!) and Bobby has become a bigger part of the family by growing friendships :) I am also fortunate for that!! Even though I feel like the world is against me sometimes, I am thankful and appreciative of my family and have no regrets and do NOT take them for granted. Each one of them is a gift and I love their personalities!!!

Sleep tight and may our angels be watching over us...

crabby no more!!

man...i had a shitty day. I didn't feel like anyone was on my side! ARGGGH! Bobby wanted to ride bike @ Snelling and I knew that would make me feel better!! I made us an awesom picnic dinner- grilled chicken wraps, caprese salad, and strawbs and cherries! YUMMY!!
The trip was 14miles. we rode to Minnehaha Park and went bridge to bridge. It was a gorgeous night  and just what I needed....pedaled the demons away. Although I have to see them again tomorrow. Work and it's people are BUGGIN me out!!! Plus my sissy + fam leaves on Thursday. That makes me real sad. We had such an amazing time with them!!
Better find ways to pass my blues away without stress eating!! YOGA! YOGA! YOGA!! runrunrun!!
I think we will play on the Mississippi this weekend. The dogs will love it and we haven't done it yet this year!! It's like missing a front tooth!!