Fun with the foogies

Last night Steph and I went to the rec center for water aerobics. We had been talking about going for weeks now, but we finally went last night. We were the youngest by about 35 years. We got there and jumped right into class, although after discussions of grandchildren and arthritis we were feeling a little left out. I had an absolute blast. Not only was it fun, but entertaining to say the least. We've decided to sign up for the class and take it every Monday night.

My goal for March is to walk 60 miles. I am fairly close, so I assume I will make the goal, which makes me happy. Official Breast Cancer 3 Day walk training starts in the middle of April. I am fired up about it. I truly can't wait. I am already ahead of schedule so the first few weeks of walking should be a piece of cake.

Time to set another goal....

Feeling Rushed

This week has been insane. That is the only way to catagorize it. I am in the midst of breast cancer 3 day walk training, buying a car, preparing for a second interview, going for a second interview, working 65 hours just this week, doing nanny stuff since the little girls mother is out of town and not feeling very well.

I have so much to do and feel like I am rushing around to do it. I had to take tomorrow off. There is no way I could work a 12 hour day and get everything I needed done. I am going for my second interview tomorrow with ICW. I am nervous and excited at the same time. This job would be a great opportunity for me. The first interview was difficult. Even though I prepared myself for the "type" of questioned that I woud be asked...they threw me for a doozie and didn't ask any of the questions I thought they would. I did my best at answering them. Tomorrow I sit down with the director of the program. This could be intimidating, but I feel confident in my abilities and hope I can "wow" her.

I am picking up my "new to me" but used car on Saturday morning. I am looking forward to the 4 wheel drive! My Honda has gotten stuck this winter 4 times. I know we are coming into spring but my little Rav-4 should take me the distance should I need it to.

Now, this week my time is not my time. It's Olivia's essentially. I get her up in the morning, get her ready for school, drop her off at school then head to work. After I get out of work I go get her, take her to tutoring, get her dinner, homework done and off to bed. In the hour I have between getting off work I am going to try and squeeze into the secretary of state to update my address, and do some more cleaning of my old car.

I am keeping my fingers crossed that I get everything done tomorrow afternoon. I have a team mate coming over to go for a walk, and then I am cooking a big dinner for Olivia and my friend Steph.

If I take baby steps and do a little here and there I should be ok. If I try and cram it all into a few hour period I am bound to crash out. So, keep your fingers crossed that I get everything accomplished without losing my sanity. :)

Weekly wrap-up

It's finally Friday! This week has been wonderful. I was able to have some "down time" and relax. It's amazing what a little peace and quiet can do for your mood.

Despite the snow and cold, it's actually not bad training outside. Once bundled up and walking at a decent pace the cold air hitting my face doesn't bother me. I walked 15 miles this week and will ad a few more miles on this weekend. On Wednesday I went walking with my team mate Liz at Gallup Park (our usual training spot.) She had some a prior engagement so after 1.5 miles she had to leave. I continued on. It was very quiet out, not many people on the paths since it was icy. I love times like that. I stood at the water edge for a while watching the geese and swans after my walk. Truly it doesn't get much better then this I thought. I think life gets so hectic sometimes that we forget to just stop for a minute, take a deep breath, and take in the scenery around you.

I've walked 80 miles since deciding to walk the Breast Cancer 3 Day. I am really proud of myself. It's nice to have the support of friends and family too. Some of my friends are joining me on walks even though they aren't going to do the 3 Day walk. They are there for support, stories and laughs. This has been a great experience so far. I can't wait until official training walks start next month. I am eager to meet new people and share this experience with them