Alright so a few months ago, I joined the Y (yes, the refer to themselves by just one letter now, as opposed to the very singable Y-M-C-A...but I digress). Actually, I paid for the family plan so we can all go and enjoy what the gym has to offer.
My original plan was for me to wake up somewhere around 5:40am, LEAP out of bed (that's a joke for anyone who knows me) and hit the gym for about an hour. This would give me time to get home and shower before work. Of course, showering before work is almost a moot point given that we're usually in a full sweat by 10:30am! As far as the boys go, I could then go with them in the evening...I could do more cardio while they work out OR I can drop them off and run my errands before picking them up OR Kyle can go with his friend Josh, who drives right past our house on his way to break a sweat.
As I stated, this was my original plan and I believe it's a good one. If only it was working out that way. Yes, I set my alarm and it goes off around 5:40am. The leaping part? That's sort of where I'm getting into trouble. I'm not so much leaping as I'm pulling the covers up a little tighter and hitting the snooze button. Pathetic I know (in more promising news, Kyle IS heading to the Y with Josh on a regular basis). As I lay in bed justifying my lack of motivation I promise myself that "I'll go after work". Duh...as anyone knows, after a full day of work, coming home, any errands, chatting with the kids and sitting on the couch (fatal mistake), you definitely do NOT want to get back up, put sweats on and head out to do more "work", as good for you as it may be!!! So this is my hope...I will post here, publicly that I will be getting up, as per my original plan and hitting the gym before work. I will get it out of the way and feel good about it. All I ask is that you keep me honest... Ask me if I've gone and if I make some lame excuse (ie. "I was tired"...said in a whining voice), tell me to put on my big girl panties and get to the damn gym!! I will be glad and thank you for it...someday!!
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Pondering humanity...
I have a lot to say about the last 2 days. I'm going to try to keep it brief until I can gather my thoughts as I feel they are a bit convoluted.
In the last 2 days, I have heard some of what I believe to be what is clearly wrong with society and also seen what I believe to be the best we have to offer. Let's start with what's wrong. I have heard bigoted slurs thrown about by women I thought were so much better than that (sad to find out you're wrong)..and then heard them completely justify said comments. It makes me lose faith that we, as a people, can grow and evolve to more closely represent who we want to be as a society. Making excuses for poor behavior is no longer acceptable to me and I refuse to sit idly by and listen to it. I will speak up on my own behalf, on behalf of my sons, whom I'm hoping to raise to be kind, decent men and on behalf of those who can't speak up for themselves. I will not be bullied or be made to feel badly for my beliefs when they are honorable and just.
And just when I am wondering if we're lost as a society b/c of our negativity, bigotry and divisiveness, a miracle occurred. It was in the form of 33 Chilean miners. 33 men who lived for 2 months together underground. They had no one but each other. They relied on one another for company and to keep each others spirits up in what can safely be assumed to be the worst time of their lives. These men are an example of perseverance. They are an example of what faith and hope can accomplish, for as much as we owe a debt of gratitude to the men who orchestrated their rescue, their survival 2300 feet below ground was all up to them. The country of Chile, and the world, pulled together to root for these men to accomplish a feat that has never before been accomplished. By all rights, someone should've gotten ill, some terrible fights should've broken out...someone should be dead. But that didn't happen. At least not to the extent you'd expect. In fact, these men fought about who would be the last one out b/c each one wanted to be sure his "brothers" were out (and safe) before him... These men, to me, are a beacon of hope, (as are the citizens of Chile, who never wavered in their support of these men and their rescuers) ...for all that is right, positive and good in the world. Thank God for them...as they allowed me to go to bed with a smile on my face and a song in my heart.
In the last 2 days, I have heard some of what I believe to be what is clearly wrong with society and also seen what I believe to be the best we have to offer. Let's start with what's wrong. I have heard bigoted slurs thrown about by women I thought were so much better than that (sad to find out you're wrong)..and then heard them completely justify said comments. It makes me lose faith that we, as a people, can grow and evolve to more closely represent who we want to be as a society. Making excuses for poor behavior is no longer acceptable to me and I refuse to sit idly by and listen to it. I will speak up on my own behalf, on behalf of my sons, whom I'm hoping to raise to be kind, decent men and on behalf of those who can't speak up for themselves. I will not be bullied or be made to feel badly for my beliefs when they are honorable and just.
And just when I am wondering if we're lost as a society b/c of our negativity, bigotry and divisiveness, a miracle occurred. It was in the form of 33 Chilean miners. 33 men who lived for 2 months together underground. They had no one but each other. They relied on one another for company and to keep each others spirits up in what can safely be assumed to be the worst time of their lives. These men are an example of perseverance. They are an example of what faith and hope can accomplish, for as much as we owe a debt of gratitude to the men who orchestrated their rescue, their survival 2300 feet below ground was all up to them. The country of Chile, and the world, pulled together to root for these men to accomplish a feat that has never before been accomplished. By all rights, someone should've gotten ill, some terrible fights should've broken out...someone should be dead. But that didn't happen. At least not to the extent you'd expect. In fact, these men fought about who would be the last one out b/c each one wanted to be sure his "brothers" were out (and safe) before him... These men, to me, are a beacon of hope, (as are the citizens of Chile, who never wavered in their support of these men and their rescuers) ...for all that is right, positive and good in the world. Thank God for them...as they allowed me to go to bed with a smile on my face and a song in my heart.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Love Conquers Hate....
Today I got up dreading the day. DREADING. I knew how much we had to get done at work and I knew it wasn't going to happen quickly. Boy, was I right!! We didn't leave work until 5:15 (after getting in at 7:45)..and considering I was on my feet most of the day, I was beat and couldn't wait to get home. First, however, I had to pick up my oldest darling at a friend's house...where he went when he couldn't get on the late bus (don't ask...long, drawn out, convoluted story!)
Anyway, during my car drive, my dad called. I don't know what the original purpose of the call was. As a matter of face, I think he may have been returning my call. About 5 minutes into our chat, he says, "have you seen the news?" "ummmm, no Dad, I've been at work all day. Why?" To which he responds, "oh because they repealed Don't Ask Don't Tell" ...to which I respond, "WHAT?????" He informed me that a judge in San Francisco had ruled that the ban on gays in the military is unconstitutional ...and I couldn't agree more! Of course, this could be appealed but I don't think it will be. I believe this is a long time coming. I believe the Log Cabin Republicans, who brought this case to court, had justice on their side and I believe this is finally a step in the right direction for this country. You know, into the direction of "all men are created equal"..yeah, that direction that we seem all too often to forget about. I have written letters and donated money..heck I own a "Repeal Don't Ask Don't Tell" shirt...this is a cause that means a lot to me. Many in my family have chosen to wear a military uniform and serve this country. If you want to join the ranks of those of us willing to make the ultimate sacrifice, then I have no right to judge whom you love... The only thing I need to do is say "Thank You". In a time when we have a war on 2 fronts, we shouldn't be turning folks away based on who they have a date with Saturday night. No one's private life is our business and as such, has no impact on their ability to serve! Truly believing this verdict is monumental, my day improved immediately...and if ya know me at all, you better believe there were tears.
Later on tonight, after a rousing hour of Glee with the boys and some chit chat about sports, our day and the goings on in the world, I stumble upon a story which states that FL is NOT going to appeal the law that says banning gay adoption is unconstitutional. Dear God.... 2 amazing court decisions in one day. Twice someone deemed that the homosexuals among us are EQUAL to us and to treat them any differently is unconstitutional... I suspected this day might come but wasn't sure when. Of course, it saddens me that in 2010, we are still waiting for equal rights for any Americans but the truth is, we are. The truth is, it may take baby steps to get to a point where the law recognizes gay marriage and to get to where the term "that's gay" isn't bantered about thoughtlessly. But as long as we're taking baby steps, we're still moving in the right direction...in faith and with love on our side...
Anyway, during my car drive, my dad called. I don't know what the original purpose of the call was. As a matter of face, I think he may have been returning my call. About 5 minutes into our chat, he says, "have you seen the news?" "ummmm, no Dad, I've been at work all day. Why?" To which he responds, "oh because they repealed Don't Ask Don't Tell" ...to which I respond, "WHAT?????" He informed me that a judge in San Francisco had ruled that the ban on gays in the military is unconstitutional ...and I couldn't agree more! Of course, this could be appealed but I don't think it will be. I believe this is a long time coming. I believe the Log Cabin Republicans, who brought this case to court, had justice on their side and I believe this is finally a step in the right direction for this country. You know, into the direction of "all men are created equal"..yeah, that direction that we seem all too often to forget about. I have written letters and donated money..heck I own a "Repeal Don't Ask Don't Tell" shirt...this is a cause that means a lot to me. Many in my family have chosen to wear a military uniform and serve this country. If you want to join the ranks of those of us willing to make the ultimate sacrifice, then I have no right to judge whom you love... The only thing I need to do is say "Thank You". In a time when we have a war on 2 fronts, we shouldn't be turning folks away based on who they have a date with Saturday night. No one's private life is our business and as such, has no impact on their ability to serve! Truly believing this verdict is monumental, my day improved immediately...and if ya know me at all, you better believe there were tears.
Later on tonight, after a rousing hour of Glee with the boys and some chit chat about sports, our day and the goings on in the world, I stumble upon a story which states that FL is NOT going to appeal the law that says banning gay adoption is unconstitutional. Dear God.... 2 amazing court decisions in one day. Twice someone deemed that the homosexuals among us are EQUAL to us and to treat them any differently is unconstitutional... I suspected this day might come but wasn't sure when. Of course, it saddens me that in 2010, we are still waiting for equal rights for any Americans but the truth is, we are. The truth is, it may take baby steps to get to a point where the law recognizes gay marriage and to get to where the term "that's gay" isn't bantered about thoughtlessly. But as long as we're taking baby steps, we're still moving in the right direction...in faith and with love on our side...
Monday, October 11, 2010
Here goes...
Alright kids, here we go! I've been thinking of doing this for some time and I'm finally doing it. What this blog will ever turn into God only knows. Probably be me mostly talking to myself, but what else is new.
Let's be clear here: I have NO idea what I'm doing...none. Hell, I couldn't even think of a name for this blog (thanks Andy!!) never mind design a template and choose font size and colors. Hopefully I'll get a clue as we go on. If anyone does have a clue, please feel free to share it with me.
I feel like the main purpose of this blog may likely be for me to just vent (possibly only to myself)...about life, my sons and some of the stupidity we all run into each day. Perhaps we'll end up having some really awesome discussions. Perhaps we'll even come up with a way to save the world!! So whaddya say? Stop in now and then and check out what's going on in my little corner of the world.
Let's be clear here: I have NO idea what I'm doing...none. Hell, I couldn't even think of a name for this blog (thanks Andy!!) never mind design a template and choose font size and colors. Hopefully I'll get a clue as we go on. If anyone does have a clue, please feel free to share it with me.
I feel like the main purpose of this blog may likely be for me to just vent (possibly only to myself)...about life, my sons and some of the stupidity we all run into each day. Perhaps we'll end up having some really awesome discussions. Perhaps we'll even come up with a way to save the world!! So whaddya say? Stop in now and then and check out what's going on in my little corner of the world.
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