Groovin' through Manila
Wow, what a week. I FINALLY got my groove back here, which is to the complete enjoyment of all my family. As the head cheerleader of our family, I seem to set the tone for us all. It's a lot of pressure actually, and I fail miserably most of the time. When my head is in the right place, life flows along pleasantly and we have plenty of good times together. I am in a reflecting mood, so I am going to think through the things that had led to the conclusion of a great week.
* First of all, planning. I love to plan things. It gives me purpose, excitement about the future and pulls me along in my day to day life. This week was planning Jones' little party for his 1st birthday. I spent some time making sure he had the gifts we wanted him to have, the food choice was something all people coming would enjoy (vegetarian, some dairy-free, etc.), and most of all, Jones would have a great time. He isn't tough to please, so that part was easy. Thank you to our Manila family for being present.
* SLOWing down. I cut out a lot of activities this week and stayed put. I was home more than I have been in a long time. This left me calm and prepared.
* Running/Exercise. I am back on track! Assuming I get a run in today, I will hit my 3 times a week in. The last two have been awesome and motivating. I feel great and can't wait to tweek my Ipod mix a bit to fully capture my running spirit. In addition to running, I had pilates twice this week. We are changing trainers and the new guy is kicking our butts! This is good news, and being sore the next day is EXACTLY what I want! The there was the morning Stacey and I went walking for 45 minutes at 9am. 9Am here is equivalent to walking in the pouring rain. It was HOT, SWEATY and sooo needed.
* Music rocks! It occurred to me last weekend that I LOVE music. Obviously, I have always enjoyed it, but I don't seek it out. My mood is immediately altered when a good beat comes on. I leave it to Curt to introduce me to new stuff, as I haven't mastered incorporating new songs into my life just yet. This has permeated to running as well. I used to run with my Ipod in Colorado, but since we have lived here, I have been watching tv while on the treadmill. I changed that this week. I have been continuously working on my running mix, getting fast tempo songs lined up. If I am not playing the air drums while running, the song has to be moved off the playlist!
I am sure there were several other factors (e.g. great friends, lovely champagne, massage, some great kisses from the hubby, and kids that have their groove back, etc.) but I was trying to pinpoint the things I have control over....for now.
* First of all, planning. I love to plan things. It gives me purpose, excitement about the future and pulls me along in my day to day life. This week was planning Jones' little party for his 1st birthday. I spent some time making sure he had the gifts we wanted him to have, the food choice was something all people coming would enjoy (vegetarian, some dairy-free, etc.), and most of all, Jones would have a great time. He isn't tough to please, so that part was easy. Thank you to our Manila family for being present.
* SLOWing down. I cut out a lot of activities this week and stayed put. I was home more than I have been in a long time. This left me calm and prepared.
* Running/Exercise. I am back on track! Assuming I get a run in today, I will hit my 3 times a week in. The last two have been awesome and motivating. I feel great and can't wait to tweek my Ipod mix a bit to fully capture my running spirit. In addition to running, I had pilates twice this week. We are changing trainers and the new guy is kicking our butts! This is good news, and being sore the next day is EXACTLY what I want! The there was the morning Stacey and I went walking for 45 minutes at 9am. 9Am here is equivalent to walking in the pouring rain. It was HOT, SWEATY and sooo needed.
* Music rocks! It occurred to me last weekend that I LOVE music. Obviously, I have always enjoyed it, but I don't seek it out. My mood is immediately altered when a good beat comes on. I leave it to Curt to introduce me to new stuff, as I haven't mastered incorporating new songs into my life just yet. This has permeated to running as well. I used to run with my Ipod in Colorado, but since we have lived here, I have been watching tv while on the treadmill. I changed that this week. I have been continuously working on my running mix, getting fast tempo songs lined up. If I am not playing the air drums while running, the song has to be moved off the playlist!
I am sure there were several other factors (e.g. great friends, lovely champagne, massage, some great kisses from the hubby, and kids that have their groove back, etc.) but I was trying to pinpoint the things I have control over....for now.
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