Finished the Minnie 5k and now attempting the Princess 1/2 - Am I nuts!?!

[corinnak]

Hi Stacy!
So sorry that your trip wasn't all you had hoped. How are you doing? It doesn't matter how long you take to go from C to 5K - the main thing is to keep striving for less of the C and more of the K! Take care and hope to "see" you soon!

 

[larry's girl]

Hi, Stacy. You out there? We miss you!

Hope things are going well and you are doing okay. Let us hear from you soon!

Susan

 

[momof2minnies]

Hi Stacy,
Hope everything is going well with you. Keep us posted.
Linda

 

[hockeygirl]

Hey Stacy! We have not heard from you in awhile...just wanted to see how everything is going! Give us an update when you get a chance.

 

[kimwim8]

Hey girl! Just checking in on ya. Hope everything is going well for you. Congrats on jumping back on the c25k wagon!

 

[Caitsmama]

Hi guys!!!!!!!!!!

I'm here!! Well, i will admit.. i slacked BIG TIME. I fell off the wagon!!
But, i am moving back on....
Ok, so it might have had SOMETHING to do with the fact that saturday was the last day of my shop being open, which is kind of bittersweet.. So, now this week will be a long long week of packing up and moving out.. YUCK.

On the bright side -- i got that job i applied for. However, they wanted me to start last tuesday.. So, yes, i am learning a new job while packing up and closing out a business.. Can you say STRESS?!

But, i am on my second week at my new job (as an admin. assistant at our sister United Methodist Church) and i really like it.
I work M-F 9-2, which means i can get my dd on the bus each a.m. and be there to pick her up at school everyday! And, i get WEEKENDS off!!! I haven't had weekends off in a LONG time!!!

So, after this weekend ( i have a UHAUL truck booked) i will be free every sat and sun! (Well, really as of 2pm on fridays!)

Now though, i am trying to fit my training in somewhere in my new time schedule.. So, i will admit, i fell off, i've been lazy (except the 2 hr yoga class the other night! ) But now, i am ready to go!
May will be here before i know it!!

I have missed you guys -- i know, how can i miss total *strangers*?! But i have!! You guys are my total inspiration to do this! And i can't wait to meet some of you in May!

***Just a lil' side note re: my sis*** She has bought a house, closing and moving in on Thursday, and the best part is she will have internet again!!
Oh, and more news...... she got ENGAGED on Christmas Eve! She is planning a summer 2009 wedding!! I have been waiting for this forever! She is my only sis and my best friend! And now, i am a Maid of Honor! Which will give me MORE incentive to work out! LOL

 

[corinnak]

Stacy! It's so nice to see you back again. But *total* strangers? Seems to me, we're virtual friends, anyhow. And you've been missed around here, too.

It does sound like you have a lot going on at once - completely understandable that it would be tough to figure out when to get any running in between closing your shop (sorry!) starting a new job (congratulations!) becoming a bridesmaid (fantastic!) and everything else that you had been doing as well. You'll get back to it when the dust settles, and it will be no problem.

I'm not quite sure how it happens, but it looks like I may be in for the 5K as well as the 15K in May. We'll have a fun time, for sure! And don't worry - you have plenty of time to train for it!

 

[postesf]

Wow Stacy! You have a lot going on! Nice to know you have not fallen off the planet!

Glad to hear the new job is working out well! I would LOVE to work 9-2!!!

Sorry you had to close the shop, I know that must have been a difficult decision. Are selling stuff on e-bay or an online store?

Tell your sis hello! Sound like things are going well for her. New house, fiance'. Tell her congrats!

Take care and check back in soon!
Stacie

 

[ScoJo15]

Hi Stacy

Glad to see that you are staying positive after closing up your shop...you seem to be in a good frame of mind.

Nice to see that the new job is working out (enjoy the weekends!) and good luck figuring out your workouts into your new mix :

have a good day!

 

[larry's girl]

Morning, Stacy. I am sorry about your shop - I knew you were closing it, I just didn't remember when. I know it is painful, but it sounds as if your new situation will be good for your schedule and less stressful for you, so that is good news! You will get back on track quickly and be raring to go when May gets here!

Congrats to your sis - I am sure she is big time excited! It is very special to be matron of honor at your only sister's wedding - I speak from experience! You won't ever forget it.

Hope things go well for you as your week progresses. Have a good one!

Susan

 

[Amy&Dan]

Hi Stacy,

It sounds like things are really going well for you! I am so happy you got that job, that is just the kind of job I need to find next year. Enjoy those weekends. And the exercising will come back, you just have had so much going on. I know that must be bittersweet about your shop closing but I really think this will be so good for you in the long run.

Congrats to your sister! That is going to be so fun for you guys to plan. Enjoy this happy time.

Hey don't you go to DL/DCA soon?


Amy

 

[Caitsmama]

Thanks so much everyone!!! Scott - i didn't know you were going to the Minnie in may too! Cool, i will have all kinds of people to meet! LOL

Yes, we are going to California, leaving on Feb. 16th. Probably will only get to do DLR/DCA for the last 2 days though.. As most of my family (well, my whole side of the fam) just aren't "into" Disney, (shock huh!!) and i won't drive out there by myself.. We are staying in Newport Beach.

Ya, i really really have to try to figure out when to work out.. per my new schedule.. I might have to switch to night workouts.. yuck. But i don't have time in the am. I can't do the TM early , b/c it is under my dd's room, so you can hear it and i don't want to wake her..

Right now, i am just focused on getting past this weekend.. I will be at the shop every night now trying to pack it all up.
Yes, i will be selling still via my online store, and putting lots on ebay - for stuff that isn't my product.

 

[kimwim8]

Hey Stacy! Congrats on the new job!! Those are the hours my mom used to work when I was little. It was awesome for all of us.

Sorry about your shop. Would you mind PM-ing me a link to your online store? I'd love to see your stuff!

Once your finished closing your shop, you'll work out something to get those workouts in. Oh, and add me to the list of people to meet in May.

 

[Caitsmama]

Kim, that's great! I didn't know you were also going in May!

Are we all gonna plan a get together of some sorts?? We really really should!!

Kim, i will pm you.

 

[hockeygirl]

Hey Stacy! Sounds like you have been a busy lady! Glad to hear that the new job is going well. I am sure that once you get into a routine the working out will be easier for you to work into your schedule.

Good luck getting the store cleaned up this week, I know that must be hard for you! I would love to see your online store as well, so PM me the link when you get a chance!

Another trip for you!!! YOu are so lucky!!

Keep up the good work!

 

[Caitsmama]

Morning all!!

Well, on top of being just emotionally/physically drained from all that is going on this week -- i am one day closer to being FREE! LOL
And, last night, after my daily trip to my shop after work to load up my van - i came home to an empty house b/c dd was at girlscouts.. so.. i decided to jump on the TM.
Now, mind you it's been a while.. and i didn't want to start any week off on a Thurs.. so, i just kinda made up my own routine. I did about 3 min. jogging, then 2-3 min walking, then jog, then walk.. but i did about 25 min. which being that i haven't been on in a bit, felt good. Then i hopped in the shower and relaxed. But, i am glad i got back on.. and hoping i can start fresh on Sunday. Probably going to back track to mabye W4D1 though, and start off there.

 

[momof2minnies]

Hi Stacy,
Sorry to hear about the shop.Weekends off will be the best part especially when your DD gets older she will keep you busy.

Good job on getting back on track.Our busy lives have a way of pulling us away.

The hours of your new job sound great.I am not a night workout person either, better for me in the early am.

Have a good one,
Linda

 

[toystoryduo]

Hi Stacy,

Congratulations on the new job!! I'm glad to hear that it is going well for you.

That's great that you got on the TM yesterday. Keep up the good work!

Hope you have a great weekend!

 

[Amy&Dan]

Hi Stacy, great job getting on the treadmill! I'll bet that felt great, good for you. Good luck getting the last of the stuff out of your shop and sold on ebay. I am really excited for you, I think you are going to really enjoy your new path in life!

 

[MIdanceMom]

Hi woman,

Congratulations on the new job. Those are the perfect hours. they don't need a parish nurse, do they?

Great job getting back on the treaddie. You are right, it does feel good to do something active.

Take care,
Beth