August has ended ... and with it, the summer schedule. The boys are back in school. It's a return to the routine. Up earlier. School drop-offs and pick-ups. A little alone time during the day. I actually attempted to improve the eating/exercise even before school started up ... and I'm happy to say it has shown some results.
NUMBERS: Weight started at 177.5 and ended at 170.1. The high was 180.8, the low 170.1 and the average was 175.26. So from start to finish, there was a loss of 7.4. A difference of 10.7 from high to low. Average down 3.13. Average intake was 1962. Average burn 2959. A big deficit for the month (-20,441). Step average was 25,646. 795,018 total steps. 447.46 logged miles. 4780/4477 cardio minutes, and 445 minutes w/weights or abs/core.
EXERCISE: I ellipticalled every single day, but my hour of elliptical really slipped during the summer. It's back. I was able to fit in my full hour 21 days this month. 24 Zumba classes with extra on my own. 24 days with treadmill time and 16 sessions on the bike. While individual weight workouts weren't as long, I increased frequency, with 13 non-cardio (weights/core) workouts.
OTHER ACTIVITIES: It was a pretty laid back month, not too much going on. Out to eat once (belated anniversary dinner) and a bit of basketball. That will go up again next month, but will never compete with last spring!
I keep track of my goals with a "streaks" app.
Here's a quick glance at July and August.
August (especially the end) improved a lot ...except for Zumba.
... so hopefully I can keep up the food and fitness, and see the scale shift more in September!
JenB's Journal.
August 2017.
0801
(Tuesday) Weight 177.5. Steps 25272. Total Burn 3082. Exercise Burn
1200/1280 (30minElliptical, Zumba, 30min/1.63mileTreadmill, Bike,
Weights). Calories in 2700. Glad to see a shift in the scale
again. I was pretty motivated today. Started the day with Zumba. I
didn't have my helpers today, I was leading the entire class on my own. I
was a little worried we wouldn't have much of a class. It's been small,
and without Carma and Suzanne ... when we started it was just Barbara
and Cathyleen, but then we did have a couple more show up. I'm fine with
small actually. Stats: 6518 steps. 2.88 miles. 544/465 burn. AvHR124.
High152. In zone 40 of the 63 minutes. Back at home, I got some dough
made and rolled out breadsticks and cinnamon rolls. I'd pulled a lasagna
I'd made earlier out of the freezer for dinner. Had to have it a little
early, before the boys headed out (work, date). Hubs wasn't home when
it was done, but he's been trying to eat healthier and this would have
been a little heavy. I don't eat lasagna, but I ate plenty of bread. I
got in some elliptical, treadmill and did weights. Right before bed I
did some reading/riding.
0802 (Wednesday) Weight 177.7 Steps 18871. Total Burn 2587. Exercise Burn 672/745 (30minElliptical, Zumba). Calories in 2200.
Feeling a bit off today. I couldn't get the heart rate up at Zumba.
Stats: 5906 steps. 2.6 miles. 359/342 burn. AvHR102. High126. In zone 0
of the 60 minutes. I did weights yesterday, and sometimes the soreness
can impact me. Also a bit down as the basement gym is in a bit of
transition. Hubs bought a new (to us, from a gym) treadmill. He's never
quite felt comfortable running on ours (it was a cheapy, but worked for
me). The old treadmill wasn't out, but was folded up. So I couldn't
treadmill, it was in the way for a weights workout, I had a hard time
even getting to the elliptical. It just made me give up on exercise for
the day. I did mow the front lawn, and made a run to the store. Needed
to pick up a prescription and restock a few things, even though I'd just
been shopping on Monday. The two littles have been a bit under the
weather since their return from vacation (#4 started on the trip) and
haven't really been up for much of anything, just laying around and
watching TV all day. The new ducks are acclimating, but still shy. I
pulled out some of the other feed (regular chicken feed and cracked
corn) and have tried to give them a buffet to see what they like. My
garden is growing! In the evening, Hubs and #1 attempted to move the new
treadmill down, but it's a beast and will require some figuring out. So
... we got the old treadmill back into position until then. Hubs and I
were in bed early, watched the latest episode of GOT and are now up to
date (we've watched all three new episodes this week).
0803
(Thursday) Weight 178.1. Steps 23195. Total Burn 2773. Exercise Burn
1070 (30minElliptical, Zumba, 30min/1.5milesTreadmill, Bike). Calories
in 3000. I'm worried about getting up early again when school
starts. I was barely up by 8:00 today. The kids have been sleeping in
even more (of course the littles, with their colds haven't been sleeping
well at all, poor bugs). I hit MZL in Kearns and it felt like a pretty
good workout. Stats: 6780 steps. 2.96 miles. 472/417 burn. AvHR113.
High129. In zone 10 of the 65 minutes. I made some scones with the left
over dough, and turned what was left into more cinnamon rolls. The two
littles have been under the weather since their return. Not really up to
anything more than watching tv and resting. #5 should have had practice
in the evening, but I didn't think he was up for it and kept him home.
#1 thinks he's coming down with it now too. The littles said pizza
sounded good, so I made a run to Little Ceasars. I'd already eaten too
much, then Hubs made popcorn and we watched the first couple episodes of
Ozark. Stressed a bit about an upcoming mini-vacation to St. George, I
probably won't go, as usual.
0804 (Friday) Weight
178.9. Steps 23043. Total Burn 2875. Exercise Burn 905/949
(30minElliptical, Zumba, 30min/1.5milesTreadmill). Calories in 2900. The
boys were SHAGGY and needed haircuts, the only time Aunt Olivia was
available was at 9:00 ... same time as my Zumba. I was thinking I'd just
skip today, or attempt it on my own, but then #1 decided to call in
sick, not feeling well at all. So, his car was now available, and #3
could take the littles (as he wanted a trim himself) ... so off to Zumba
I went. I was a too late to hit Debbie's (starts at 9:00 a little
further) so I went to MZL. Third day in a row with them, but they have
so many different instructors that it's really NOT too repetitive.
Stats: 6516 steps. 2.95 miles. 427/412 burn. AvHR111. High135. In zone
13 of the 63 minutes. I did a quick stop at Walmart on the way home.
Back at home I got in some elliptical and some treadmill time. #3 had
work, taking the Durango. It was national chocolate chip cookie day. I,
and the boys were a bit confused at this because we thought we'd just
celebrated that back in May. I investigated and I guess that had simply
been national chocolate chip day. I tried a different recipe and wasn't
very impressed unfortunately. #1 decided he needed a haircut too ... and
had to pay for his. He attempted going to a wedding reception for a
mission associate, but said he felt pretty awful and came home and went
to bed. I was up a little late waiting for #3 to get home, and when he
did he didn't pull the car in ... because he was planning on going to a
sleep over with friends and just telling me about it after the fact. I
spoiled that be still being awake. I let him go but told him I wasn't
impressed with his planning and that it wasn't acceptable (even though
it was a technique #2 would employ).
0805 (Saturday) Weight 180.2. Steps 13135. Total Burn 2364. Exercise Burn 350/531 (30minElliptical). Calories in 2750. Hubs
was up early for a run then he trimmed and edged the lawn. I should
probably master those. It makes such a huge difference in the look of
the lawn and Hubs is so busy he doesn't get around to it as often as I'd
like. I mowed. I got in my some elliptical. I'd thought I might try to
hit weights, but #3 had friends over in the gym. Hubs had planned on
having some movers come to get the new treadmill into the basement but
that fell through. He made a Costco run and got some ribs on the smoker.
#1 made a donut run... so yes, intake was uber over. #5 had a
basketball game. He wasn't 100% but not too bad, but we only had six
players. My little guy can normally play the entire game without a
break, but he could have used a bit more rest today. He was a little on
edge, emotions bleeding through, especially as he wasn't on with his
shots (he did eventually make a 3-pointer). It's funny, sometimes you
recognize kids or parents, although teams have switched up. We hadn't
played THIS team (Salt City Hustle) before, but I recognized a couple
parents, and one kid who must also be playing up like my little, as he
had been on a 5th grade team our Grizzlies had to face several times
Spring season. Down by 10, couldn't quite catch up. Ribs for dinner. A
bit of a down day, disagreement with Hubs over finances. Stupid small
stuff ...
0806 (Sunday) Weight 180.8. Steps 9784.
Total Burn 2064. Exercise Burn 360/249 (20minElliptical,
30min/1.5milesTreadmill). Calories in 2600. Hubs was off early for a
bike ride with work buddies. We didn't get around to a family breakfast
without him here. Low key day. I got in one session on the elliptical
and some treadmill time. Hubs and I had started "Ozarks" on Netflix,
watched an episode Fri and again Sat. Today, we binged and finished it!
That was a little TOO long laying in bed, my body was aching. Hubs made
popcorn again ...
0807 (Monday) Weight 180.2. Steps
26111. Total Burn 3088. Exercise Burn 1150/1265 (30minElliptical,
Zumba+, 30min/1.5milesTreadmill, Bike, Abs/Core). Calories in 1350.
Up early enough to hit an elliptical session before Zumba w/Debbie.
Stats: 5807 steps. 2.54 miles. 431/394 burn. AvHR114. High135. In zone
22 of the 60min. I probably should have stopped at Smiths on the way
home, but I hadn't really prepped the grocery list yet. #3 borrowed the
car to head to a friend's house to swim ... even though the weather was
overcast and quite cool. At least then I wasn't fighting him for gym
time. #1 took the littles bowling. All three have been under the weather
this past week and didn't feel up to basketball ... but bowling was
doable. I got in a little more elliptical, treadmill and while not a
full weight workout, I did some ab/core stuff. Also some Zumba practice,
prepping the playlist for tomorrow. I hit the bike later in the day. I
was glad I'd gotten to the treadmill, as Hubs had the movers come. The
new one is a used one from a gym, commercial ... and a beast. It was
quite the job to get it down into the gym, which ironically is the
absolute furthest spot from the front door (which Hubs ended up taking
off it's hinges, as well as taking the banister off the stairs). Finally
got it down and the old one up (into the garage for now) and then Hubs
had to put the one back together, then rework the plug, as apparently
these industrial types are different. Unfortunately, it then blew the
breaker so ... we'll need an electrician. We've talked about that
before, wanting an actual plug (or a few) in the gym rather than running
extension cords as we are currently. But I'm wondering when it will
happen ... no treadmill time until then. I guess I'll have to re-up my
elliptical. Meatball subs for dinner. #3 had to work, but I was able to
get him one before he was off. It's a good easy-prep meal to dole out at
different times (meatballs and sauce in the crock pot, just prep the
bread and cheese when needed). The two littles ate with #3, Hubs and #1
later ... #2 had work in the evening too, and then we didn't see him
until late as he went to play basketball and then slept over at a
friend's house. Kept calories in check today ... also have tried going
back on the wellbutrin, starting last night.
0808
(Tuesday) Weight 177.9. Steps 28668. Total Burn 3358. Exercise Burn
1400/1548 (60minElliptical, Zumba+, Bike, Weights). Calories in 1200. Nice
to see the scale shift after a good day. It sure doesn't seem to take
much to move it in the opposite direction! Up early again, enough to get
in two full elliptical sessions first thing. Then Zumba with Marian ...
with Marian. She was home from her cabin this weekend. Stats: 6659
steps. 2.9miles. 456/454 burn. AvHR116. High131. In zone 14 of the 63
minutes. Did some Zumba practice at home too, as well as weights and
some reading/riding. Also hit the elliptical again, and got in my full
hour. First time in a while ... but I guess it's just taking the place
of the treadmill ... still out of commission. Controlled calories again!
0809
(Wednesday) Weight 176.4. Steps 24747. Total Burn 2960. Exercise Burn
1100/1149 (60minElliptical, Zumba, Bike). Calories in 2550. Hit the
elliptical twice (one was only 10min though) before heading out to
Zumba. Stats: 6230 steps. 2.72 miles. 428/420 burn. AvHR113. High133.
In zone 23 of the 60 minutes. I rushed home after to quickly change my
sweaty self and make it to a doctor's appointment for #4. This dang cold
has been hanging on forever. Well, two weeks anyway. Still coughing,
still stuffy. Right when he returned from the trip, he complained of ear
pain a little, and that his ear wouldn't "pop" after the plane ride.
His ears have still been bothering him, and he's having trouble hearing!
Seriously, the other day he had the music on SO loud. When I came in
and called to him ... no answer, as he couldn't hear me. So ... doctor
visit. He does have an ear infection. Hopefully antibiotics will clear
it up, and he'll get back to normal. I felt like I was translating for
him at the doctor's office though, as they'd say something, and I'd have
to repeat it right in his ear or make motions. They did a routine
physical too, as it's been a while. His eyes are fine ... I stood behind
him and watched the chart too, and I think I'm slightly better than he
is (he got a couple wrong). I'm very grateful for my eyesight,
especially as all my siblings, and Hubs now have glasses (at least part
time). They gave us a paper prescription, so I figured we'd stop at
Target, rather than Smiths. I didn't need any groceries and #4 would
enjoy browsing there more while waiting. We bought him a new backpack
for school too. #3 had work, but didn't have to borrow the Durango, as
#2 had left this morning for a few days in St. George (w/his
girlfriend's family, our family is heading down on Saturday ironically,
they will try to meet up). #3 loves it when #2 is gone and he has a car
for a few days! We need to get him something, as this juggling of
schedules is hard, and I don't really want to have to drive him to/from
school and work each day. Hubs has an idea about getting a new family
car (that he would drive) and keeping his truck (#3 could drive it ...
if he dares. I don't! It's massive!) We'll see what happens. Hubs headed
home from work a little early, and we went to Market Street Grill
(actually, the Oster Bar, as it was a little too early for the main
restaurant) for a belated anniversary dinner. I'd probably like some of
the fish dishes, but I'm always a little nervous to try something new
... especially at such expensive prices! I got the fish and chips ...
but in truth I prefer Red Robin's version. We hadn't been home long when
Hubs got a call about his mom. She'd taken a bad fall several weeks
ago, ending up in the hospital with a brain bleed, and some symptoms
were reoccurring. They did end up at the ER again, and she was admitted
for the night. Hubs was there until after midnight.
0810 (Thursday) Weight 178.1. Steps 19180. Total Burn 2754. Exercise Burn 760/993 (30minElliptical, Zumba). Calories in 2300.
Hubs was up and off early to check in with his mom at the hospital.
They were doing another CT scan to see if the new bleed was any worse
from last night. There was no change. He was there for hours as they
waited to consult with a neurosurgeon and options and whether it was
safe to travel this weekend ... as there was the St. George trip planned
(with extended family, and Maga insisted she was still going). One one
hand, it IS a good way to force her to stay down and relax and have
people with her all the time. At home, she'd probably want to go into
work, not just rest in bed all day. The did check that if anything
happened, the hospital down there would be able to handle it, so the
trip is still on. Poor Hubs though, the stress and lack of sleep is
hard on him. He tried to go into work, but ended up coming home for a
nap. Just to complicate things, he'd arranged for an in-ground
trampoline to be installed in the backyard this morning. Equipment on a
trailer had been brought over last night, coming just as he rushed out.
We had the area staked, and utility lines are a complication, and
without him home to even attempt to work things out, the installation
had to be pushed back (although I wouldn't mind if it was cancelled
altogether. Not sure where Hubs got the idea for the in-ground
trampoline ... he didn't discuss it with the kids or me!) #1 had the day
off, but had to call in sick yesterday, as he had no voice (so hard to
work a telephone customer service job). All three boys were laying
around coughing and sniffling. #5 had basketball games today too. He had
a friend over in the morning (one who has moved away, but calls us
whenever they are in the area to see if the boys can get together) and
then I medicated him and dropped him off to catch a ride to the games.
They are in Lehi ... 30+ minutes away without any traffic, at the Karl
Malone Training Center, which I don't care for. Three courts so
overpowering sound with all the competing whistles, yelling and
squeaking shoes. Add to that, there is no space courtside ... there are a
few chairs set up for spectators, but feet end up hanging over into the
court. Add to that one game at 3:00 and another at 5:00 so total time
gone with travel was five hours or more. I'm not up to that. I wasn't
sure if #5 was up to it but he wanted to try, to support his team. He
struggled during the first game though, coughing a lot, sitting out
almost the entire second half. Felt a little better during the second
game but did get hurt (one of #3's friends happened to be there,
recognized him and texted #3 about it). He was fine, but I was anxiously
awaiting his return home. Between stressing about him, sick kids, the
tramp situation, the treadmill situation (no movement there), concern
over my MIL and Hubs, not much sleep ...blah. I had gone to Zumba in the
morning. Stats: 6813 steps. 3.01 miles. 443/451 burn. AvHR114. High130.
In zone 13 of the 63 minutes. I managed 30 minutes on the elliptical,
but had to push to finish.
0811 (Friday) Weight
179.2. Steps 27952. Total Burn 3290. Exercise Burn 1420/1453
(60minElliptical, Zumba+, Bike, Ab/Core, Hula). Calories in 1900.
Can't believe I kept calories in check today. #1 son brought home some
donuts ... that's usually killer for me. I did have one, and probably
would have had more, but HIS choices are not mine (apple fritter, maple
bar, chocolate cake, flavored old fashioned, red velvet). One chocolate
pershing at my request. A couple glazed, but they were gone pretty quick
(the other boys, who also didn't care for his other choices). #1 had
gone into work this morning, but come home. Still coughing a lot, and
the attempted talking on the phone just made it worse. I was able to get
in a couple sessions on the elliptical before hitting Zumba. I went to
MZL, as I get a higher step count and such than Debbie's Friday class (I
don't care for the toning). I enjoyed class. Stats: 7297 steps. 3.28
miles. 514/526 burn. AvHR120. High144. in zone 36 of the 65 minutes. The
did the Beyonce "Move Your Body" where I sprint when it says "run to
the left, run to the right" ... got my highest heart rate there! I had
taken #2's Charger, as it had been parked behind the Durango. Had to get
home quick, as #3 needed it to get to work. He had an 11-8 shift
today. I did several loads of laundry, so the boys would have their
pick of clothes to pack for their upcoming trip to St. George. The two
littles got packed up, and Hubs prepped when he got home from work. He
spent some time attempting to clear some space on his phone, as he's
almost out of room. I got in some additional elliptical and Zumba
practice, and I hit the bike and did some ab/core.
0812
(Saturday) Weight 177.4. Steps 17858. Total Burn 2587. Exercise Burn
600/770 (30minElliptical, 30min/1.5mileTreadmill, Bike, Weights).
Calories in 3000. Hubs had originally thought to leave around 10:00,
but that didn't happen. They didn't get off until around 1:00, which
was okay as they couldn't check into their house until 5:00. He sure had
a busy morning though! Rearranging the vehicles (as the tramp situation
isn't going to happen while he's gone. Glad to have the trailer back in
it's spot, not in front of the house). He trimmed and edged, and cut
down a scrub tree growing up through the lilac. He emptied the hot tub
(it had been yucky and not usable, and #1 had wanted to use it) and got
it cleaned and refilled, AND he fixed the electrical issue to get the
treadmill up and running. Originally he said the job was beyond his
skill level, but he did it. Had to turn off power to the whole house as
he installed the new outlet, but it's done. Of course I had to give the
treadmill a try, after several days of not being able to walk while I
watch. Unfortunately ... I really don't like the new treadmill :( It
has big handles/arms, which everything I've read says you shouldn't hang
onto anyway. They are totally in the way. I guess I swing my arms as I
walk, and I kept banging my hand into it. I swear I'll have bruises and
am going to have to change the way I walk. It also feels shorter, I got a
little too close to the back end a couple times. I miss the one button
change for incline and speed that my treadmill had. It was so nice to be
able to switch it up with one button. When I'm running, it's so hard to
even hit one button (to go back to walking) much less three or more
with this one. Incline is even worse. I could just hit "10" to the
incline would go all the way up on the old machine. Here ... that would
take 20 button pushes. I'm a bit sad and discouraged. I sure hope Hubs
really loves it. I didn't get to the treadmill until after Hubs and the
boys hit the road. Things were just chaotic and crazy all morning. I
managed one session on the elliptical, and another small one in the
evening to hit a half hour. I had planned on weights today, and just
wasn't sure I had the energy to make it happen, but I did. Eating was
awful today though.
0813 (Sunday) Weight 177.7.
Steps 22247. Total Burn 2690. Exercise Burn 1030/886 (60minElliptical,
60min/3.12mileTreadmill, Bike). Calories in 2650. Home day (I didn't
go anywhere) but not a rest day. Hit the elliptical a few times.
Treadmill twice. Also the bike. I'd thought I might mow the lawn, as I
hadn't yesterday, but we were hit with hail. The guys in St. George had
quite the storm last night, but now the weather looks lovely for the
rest of their stay. #2 arrived back home in the afternoon. Still over
eating today.
0814 (Monday) Weight 178.0. Steps
32564. Total Burn 3248. Exercise Burn 1465/1425 (60minElliptical, Zumba,
60min/3.51milesTreadmill. Bike). Calories in 2000. I hit the
elliptical first thing, then Zumba with Debbie. Hubs took the Durango,
so I was driving #2's Charger. Class was good. Stats: 6109 steps. 2.78
miles. 370/404 burn. AvHR103. High131. In zone 5 of the 63 minutes. I
stopped at Smiths on the way home, grabbed lettuce, bananas, cat food
and a few other items. Got the groceries put away and did another
session on the elliptical. #1 then took to the gym for a weight workout.
I went out and mowed the front lawn. It was overcast, but the rain
waited until later in the day. Treadmill time ... attempted intervals.
Ugg. Hit the bike and a little Zumba practice. Set up the playlist for
tomorrow. One more treadmill walk before bed to push me over 30k. First
time in a while. Barely managed to keep calories at 2000. Quantity ...
quality was still not good.
0815 (Tuesday) Weight
177.2. Steps 26726. Total Burn 2960. Exercise Burn 1340/1139
(60minElliptical, Zumba, 30min/1.6mileTreadmill, Bike). Calories in
1500. Blah. Not a good night for sleep. Argument issues/feeling
sad/bad. #2 needed his car in the morning ... so I drove the beast (Hubs
big truck). Just in the neighborhood. I don't think I'd trust myself
with it out in traffic. Suzanne, Carma and Christa were all there to
help. Stats: 6753 steps. 2.95 miles. 464/458 burn. AvHR116. High144. In
zone 20 of the 65 minutes. After class, I dropped off some zucchini
(I'd posted to the neighborhood group to see if anyone wanted any, we
have tons). I'd hit the elliptical once before class. Got in a session
soon after, and one more before bed for my full hour today. Some
treadmill time and bike. Should have done weights ... even started, then
stopped, just didn't have it in me. Maybe tomorrow? Went in for a fill,
it was overdue. Finished up a muvee. Kept calories in check today. One
the vacation end, the guys went to Vegas to see "Blue Man".
0816
(Wednesday) Weight 176.3. Steps 29134. Total Burn 3191. Exercise Burn
1350/1396 (60minElliptical, Zumba, 30min/1.82mileTreadmill, Bike,
Weights). Calories in 1500. Slept better ... but :( I'd asked #2 if I
could take his car(Charger) in the morning. While I was down on the
elliptical, I heard him get up and leave and was sad, thinking for sure
he hadn't remembered (I didn't think he was going anywhere). I wasn't
sure if I'd dare take the truck to Zumba or if I'd have to miss. But ...
he did remember and he took the truck. So I made it to Zumba with MZL.
Stats: 7612 steps. 3.41 miles. 450/429 burn. AvHR107. High131. In zone 9
of the 69 minutes. Back at home, I got in some time on the treadmill. I
tried some intervals again. Also hit the bike and weights. Hubs and the
boys were heading home ... I was tracking them on "Find my Friends" and
arrived just after 4:00, as Hubs had originally estimated. I tried to
clean up a bit before they got home. The main vacuum is out of
commission, but I at least got the hardwood floors done. Did my laundry,
knowing I'd probably have several loads with the guys home from their
trip. I should have planned a home cooked meal better. I made tacos and
homemade oreos. Kept calories in check. Communication definitely kept in
check.
0817 (Thursday) Weight 175.9.
Steps 30268. Total Burn 3306. Exercise Burn 1450/1518 (60minElliptical,
Zumba, 30min/1.58mileTreadmill, Bike, Abs/Core). Calories in 1500.
Bad night again. Might have to pull out the PJ. It's been a while. Hubs
back to work. No KGB. I hit the elliptical for a session before heading
to Zumba w/MZL. Stats: 7456 steps. 557/549 burn. AvHR127. High143. In
zone 55 of the 65 minutes. Sometimes when I'm down, even Zumba can't
snap me out of it. Other times, it's a literal lifesaver. Today was one
of those days. I made a quick stop at Target on the way home. When #4
and I stopped their last week to pick up his prescription (which he was a
good boy and remembered to take it while he was on vacation without me
reminding him every morning and night) I'd grabbed a couple cargo shorts
for #5. He liked them, but they were too big. I'd looked online and
could get them shipped in the right size, so I'd done that. I meant to
shop and grab some Ludens cough drops (#1 and #5 are still coughing a
lot) but forgot. #3 was in the gym with a friend when I got home. When
they were finally done, I hit the elliptical again, and then the
treadmill. Got in bike and some ab/core later, as well as one more
elliptical session. 30k day. #3 had work at 3:00, but I thought I'd need
the car for #5's practice (it turns out they didn't have it tonight
after all) so I dropped him off. I stopped at the Nike store, and
grabbed a pair of Nike Free again. I have a pair that I like for Zumba
and even for just wearing around. As I hate shoes, these feel the least
like I'm wearing any? I need to find some in basic black though, my
first pair are pink, and these are a bright blue. These are also a size
larger than my norm, but the 8 felt too small. #3 was working till
close, and I figured I wouldn't be up that late, so #1 and I drove over
separately and dropped off a car for him. Hubs had asked us to grab some
mealworms for the ducks, so we stopped at Petco quick on the way home.
Got a few feeder fish too. The ducks weren't super cooperative. They did
seem to like the mealworms but won't come too close. They seemed
intimidated by the fish ... wouldn't even get in the pool. I did call it
an early night.
0818 (Friday)Weight 174.5. Steps
33764. Total Burn 3240. Exercise Burn 1500/1430 (60minElliptical,
Zumba+, 60min/3.2mileTreadmill, Bike). Calories in 1500. Another
morning. no contact. I got a session in on the elliptical and went to
Zumba with MZL. Stats: 6716 steps. 460 burn. AvHR119. High139. In zone
27 of the 65 minutes. Quick stop at Target on the way home to grab cough
drops and Kleenex. #3 had friends over in the gym, I wasn't sure when
they'd finish up (it was around 12:30, a little earlier than I
expected). They stayed and played some ping pong. I hit the elliptical
again, and treadmill and bike. #3 had work at 4:00. I'd need a car for
one trip (#5's practice dropoff) but #1 said he'd do that, so #3 took
the car. Hubs wasn't home until late. Black Friday. I'm not sure if I've
ever felt worse.
0819 (Saturday) Weight 174.1.
Steps 23293. Total Burn 2779. Exercise Burn 950/1003 (60minElliptical,
60min/3.16milesTreadmill, Weights). Calories in 0. So ... not a good
night. But I did get an entire book read. Hubs left for work (He
doesn't work weekend per se but does go in to catch up and get things
done as needed). I got in some exercise and mowed the lawn. Cleaned off
a dusty shelf and made a DI run. Dropped #3 off at work, as I'd need
the car. #5 had a basketball game, but he also had a bad blister. He'd
pulled the skin off last night (that's a no-no) and it was really
hurting him. I tried to bandage it up, but with a shoe on it was just
too painful. He sat the bench and cheered his team on. Luckily, they
didn't really need him today, an easy win (even with one of our other
good players out with a concussion). Picked up #3 from work. Hubs
brought out some orange chicken from the freezer, so that was dinner. He
and I watched last Sunday's GOT. He'd already seen it but I hadn't. But
now I have.
0820 (Sunday) Weight 170.7. Steps
29043. Total Burn 2954. Exercise Burn 1350/1183 (60minElliptical, Zumba,
60min/3.11mileTreadmill, Bike, Abs/Core). Calories in 1550. Hubs
got up and smoked bacon and made waffles. It had been a while since we
had our Sunday Circles breakfast. I pulled out some hashbrowns ... but
they had gone bad. #2 was gone to a couple farewells, so he missed out.
Hubs hit work again for a while. I got my exercise in ... quite a bit
more than the usual Sunday stuff. Watched the latest GOT and then sleep.
0821
(Monday) Weight 170.9. Steps 20144. Total Burn 2534. Exercise Burn
869/772 (30minElliptical, Zumba, 30min/1.6mileTreadmill, Bike). Calories
in 800. I've been struggling with recent events. It has helped in
the scale situation I guess ... down 7.1 pounds this week. I've escaped
into exercise and felt a little too ill to eat. Sometimes Zumba can snap
me out of a funk, or at least life my spirits temporarily ... other
times, it's just not happening. I didn't have the energy and felt my
emotions on edge. I thought I should probably sneak about before anyone
asked if is I was okay. I didn't get out quite in time. There were
tears. Stats: 5271 steps. 2.27 miles. 310/317 burn. AvHR97. High 132. In
zone 2 of the 58 minutes. I stopped at Smiths on the way home and
grabbed more lettuce (for us and the ducks) and my prescription. I
hadn't been sure if the doctor would authorize a refill without going
in, but they did. Back at home I got in some additional exercise. It was
the ECLIPSE today. Around 11:30 was when it would be most visible ...
but of course I hadn't planned to have the special glasses on hand. Not
that my kids cared, but if I'd had them, I'm sure they would have
looked and had it be a fun experience for them to remember. The next
eclipse is in 2024 and Utah will be in the direct path. Tons of pictures
posted about the eclipse! There have also been many pictures posted
across FB about school starting up. #3 starts tomorrow, and the other
three on Wednesday. We are fully represented this year ... elementary,
middle school, high school and college.
0822
(Tuesday) Weight 170.1. Steps 32159. Total Burn 3069. Exercise Burn 1550
(60minElliptical, Zumba+, 60min/3.4milesTreadmill, Bike, Weights).
Calories in 1900. High school started today, so I was up at my usual
"school schedule" waking, which is out of bed around 6:00. With the
return to that routine, we'll see if I get back to my hour of elliptical
first thing. One session at 6:00, one at 7:00 and one at 8:00, with
getting kids up, breakfast and lunches, carpools, etc. in between. Today
I managed two elliptical sessions, and then finished up the hour with
two 10min ones later in the day. Dropped #3 at school ... hopefully
we'll get him so wheels soon. It's crazy cars and kids all over in the
morning! Zumba over at the church. I was so sad Suzanne wasn't there.
She had said she was going to work as school started up, that today
would be her last day, and then we didn't get that. I wasn't surprised
Christa didn't make, although she had said she'd try. She and Marian
were both stuck in the post-eclipse Idaho traffic. I was so grateful
that Carma was there at least. I'd barely made it through Zumba
yesterday and passed on leading any songs at all. Too hard to smile and
put forth extra energy. I was doing better today, but still not sure I
would have been up to leading the entire hour on my own. It was a small
class anyway, just me, Carma and Mindy to start, then we had two others
come in a little later. Not my usual high numbers when I'm leading.
Stats: 5865 steps. 2.53 miles. 434/381 burn. AvHR115. High137. In zone
16 of the 62 minutes. Back at home I got in a couple treadmill times,
Zumba practice and weights. Some bike before bed as well as my
additional elliptical. Felt a little hungrier today, but still kept
calories in check without too much trouble. Picked up #3 after school.
Tomorrow I'll have carpool for all three youngest, which will keep me
hopping. #5 had back to school night, which went really quick. Just
checking in where his classroom is, where his desk is, sighing a few
things. This is a big year at the school apparently, their 45th
anniversary. With #5 being the "graduating" class they are being
featured on a big board as you walk into the school (they took the
pictures at the end of 5th grade). #5's is SO cute, his expression while
balancing a basketball on his finger. We hurried home and he changed,
as he had a basketball thing over at the high school. We're fine with
the team he's on (Wolves). Neither he nor I really want to commit to two
teams, but almost feel it's a necessary part of playing the politics of
school ball (yes, even if he's only in 6th grade). He has enjoyed
playing with his Grizzlies team, and actually playing at his grade level
(the Wolves are a grade up for him) but there just aren't many kids his
age (which is why we have him playing with the Wolves). So if they
don't end up with a team we're both okay with that, although we really
like some of the kids and would miss playing with them. It will be a bit
stressful if they do make a team, trying to juggle schedules, hoping
games and practices don't overlap, more $$ ... in fact they charged $40
just for this tryout, calling it a "camp" and making more into that, but
I feel like that probably discourages some from trying out and is
really just a money maker for the high school basketball. Still not sure
where #3 stands, or where he even wants to stand. One of the other kids
"quit" the team (not chosen yet, but announcing he's not going to
tryout). He's one similar to my son, so that could actually increase
#3's chances at making the team ... which he's not sure he wants. I'm
torn on it too. I really love seeing him play, but all the other stuff
stresses me out (having to help with concessions, dinners, lunches,
banquets, fundraisers, etc.) So I guess whichever way it goes we'll just
look at the positives and go from there. The camp tonight ran from
7:00-9:30 ... that's a little late for kids, the day before school
starts no less ... it's a little late for Hubs and me! Hubs was down and
out around 8:30 and I could feel myself dragging. #3 helped out by
dropping #5 off (and apparently there was some paperwork, which he
filled out) and picking him up. I wanted to check in with #5 about how
it went, and how his blister was doing (I'd ordered some special blister
band-aids and we'd put one on. It had healed some since Saturday too)
but I couldn't keep my eyes open. I'll have to figure out something for
tomorrow night. I'll have to do the 9:30 pickup, as #3 is working late
... and then I'll have to figure out how to get him home (someone
pick-up, or we drop off a car) as we don't have an extra car for him to
take.
Wednesday (0823) Weight 170.7. Steps 32062.
Total Burn 3305. Exercise Burn 1250/1522 (60minElliptical, Zumba,
30min/1.72milesTreadmill). Calories in 1700. Hubs was up and off
fairly early, as is his norm (shortly before 6:00). It was close enough
to when I would be getting up that I hadn't fallen back asleep, but was
just laying in bed, phone still on silent from the night. #3 knocked on
the door and came in saying "Dad is trying to call you" so I quickly
called Hubs. He hadn't even gotten out of the neighborhood, having been
struck with a Meniere's attack. Usually he can't even bear the thought
of moving, but he also was so close to home, and didn't really want to
be where people he knew would pass and see (him sitting in his truck, an
episode can look similar to someone really drunk). I went and picked
him up, bringing a bucket (in case he threw up) and a towel (as there is
generally profuse sweating). Parked right next to him and we were able
to move him to the Durango, and then home to bed (with a stop to throw
up, although he had nothing in his stomach). Lights out, fan on ... and
wait it out. I needed to get the high schooler and middle schooler off.
We had to leave just a bit early as I was driving double this morning.
Dropped off #3 ... it's so crazy crowded with kids and cars. After the
high school stop, we went on to the middle school for #4. Then home, to
wake up #5 and get him ready for his day. There was some odd quacking
outside from the duck, odd enough that I went to investigate. Just one
duck. I could hear the other (the male) and peeked over the fence, and
he was in the neighbor's front yard. Not sure if he flew (he is a
mallard and can fly, she is a different breed and cannot) or if he
ducked under the fence. #5 helped me round him up and get him back in
the backyard. Silly ducks! The backyard gate had been open this morning,
and on Monday morning ... both ducks were in our front yard then. Glad
no dogs were out. Got #5 off for his first day. Came home, and Hubs had
recovered enough to head to work. I changed and went to Zumba. Stats:
6961 steps. 3.09 miles. 437/418 burn. AvHR110. High 131. In zone 8 of
the 65 minutes. Stopped at Maceys for groceries on the way home. They
had some sales, nothing nutritious, but stuff the boys like. #2 was home
when I got back. He could help bring in the groceries. Got everything
put away and then got in some additional exercise. In the early
afternoon, it was school pickup time. I grabbed #3 from the high school,
dropped him home and then picked up the middle school carpool. Back to
carpool. I generally have about 15 minutes after arriving home before I
have to leave again to pick up elementary. Often I'd try to get in a
quick 10min elliptical session ... today, duck round up. Again. Both
ducks were out this time. They must have gone under the fence. Wrangled
them back to the backyard. While I was there, I noticed something in the
pool ... it was an egg. Did she lay an egg in the pool? I've heard of
water births ... the first egg we've found. Just looked like a chicken
egg. Duck eggs are supposed to be bigger, but it has to be hers I would
think. Picked up #5 and got home just in time to drive #3 to work, as I
would need the car and couldn't let him take it. Finally got around to
mowing the lawn. I'd wanted to earlier, but it rained. Dropped #5 off at
the high school at 7:00 for his second day of basketball camp/tryouts.
Still had 20min on the elliptical needed to finish up my hour, so I did
that. #1 said he was home for the evening, so he and I drove double to
drop of his car to #3 at KFC so he'd be able to get home at closing. #2
said he'd pick up #5 from basketball at 9:30 ... so I was able to head
to bed. I didn't think I was that tired, I'd been anticipating staying
up for that final pickup. But as soon as I was in bed for just a bit
attempting to read, my eyes were closing. It was a full day.
Thursday
(0824) Weight 171.1. Steps 31510. Total Burn 3303. Exercise Burn
1350/1699 (60minElliptical, Zumba, 30min/1.68mileTreadmill, Bike,
Abs/Core). Calories in 1250. Oops, had the alarm set for 6:45
instead of my usual school 5:45 ... generally I don't even need the
alarm, as Hubs is up and off early, and as quiet as he tries to be, I
wake up too. But he was still sleeping, and the alarm woke me up. It was
still in time to get the kids off to school, but I was only able to fit
in one session on the elliptical. Dropped kids off at high school and
elementary, Mr. middle getting picked up by the carpool. Went to Zumba
with MZL in Kearns. Stats: 6893 steps. 3.13 miles. 460/459 burn.
AvHR122. High 142. In zone 37 of the 59 minutes. Stopped at Sam'sClub on
the way home. Managed to spend much money $$. I think it was a bit of a
workout pulling the groceries in the house, and then trucking them
downstairs into the food storage room. Many trips up and down the
stairs. Got in some treadmill time, bike and abs/core. Just haven't been
feeling hungry lately, so keeping calories in check hasn't been hard
... although the scale hasn't reflected it. When I went to pick up #3
from school, I was stopped at the light as emergency vehicles came
rushing by. Had to sit through a couple lights before everything reset.
Made me a little late getting off to pick up #4 and the middle school
carpool. As I headed down the street, there were all the emergency
vehicles ... I was wondering if the street was blocked off, but they had
cones set up for one small lane of traffic in each direction. I
couldn't see exactly what was going on. As I picked up the kids, a
recorded message came across the phone saying there had been a small
plane crash and it could affect the schools as it was near the bus hub,
and some power lines were out (I'd hit one intersection with the lights
not working). When I picked up #5, he said he was out at recess and
actually saw the plane going down, and then saw the "mushroom cloud" of
smoke and debris as it hit the ground. All the kids had been hustled
inside and the school brought in some crisis counselors if any of the
kids were shaken up. #3 said he had been outside with his basketball
class and they'd seen the smoke too. #5 should have had basketball
skills practice, but his thigh was hurting him. Two and a half hours for
the past two nights has taken its tole. Found another egg today, in
with the herbs ...
Friday (0825) Weight 171.3. Steps
31257. Total Burn 3119. Exercise Burn 1487/1357 (60minElliptical,
Zumba, 60min/3.18milesTreadmill, Bike). Calories in 2700. Late start
at the middle and high schools. A bit tricky giving rides to both the
high schooler and elementary boy, as their start times are similar. #3
has been good to let me pull into a neighborhood near the school and
drop him to walk, rather than having to fight all the crazy cars and
crowds. It worked out. #4 was getting picked up by the carpool, so I
made it to Zumba. Stats: 7183 steps. 3.26 miles. 455/458 burn. AvHR114.
High135. In zone 18 of the 65 minutes. Stopped at Maceys again on the
way home. They had a few weekend only specials, and #4 is desperate for
some Coke-a-Cola. Had just a couple hours at home, not quite alone as #2
didn't have anything today and was around. Then, triple pickups after
school starting with early out elementary. Hubs had gone to the lake
with his work crew, so he wasn't home until late. Unlike the previous
days of late, today I wanted to eat everything. And I did.Weight hasn't
been budging anyway.
Saturday (0826) Weight 171.5.
Steps 21787. Total Burn 2715. Exercise Burn 700/949 (40minElliptical,
40min/2.5milesTrack). Calories in 1600. Technically I could sleep
in ... but I couldn't sleep in. I was up fairly early. Did the usual
morning stuff (feed the cats, feed the ducks, unload the dishwasher) and
then hit the elliptical. Got in a second session a bit later ... but
then didn't make it back down. Hubs and three of the boys went to the
lake for wave running. #5 had a game at 2:30, but coach wanted everyone
there a little early for warm up in the aux gym. I walked the track
above for 40minutes before the game. We got the win, but it was tight
there for a while. #5 still gets emotional when things aren't going
perfectly for him. On the way home we stopped at Big5 to grab some socks
for the birthday boys. Grabbed a pair of Nike shoes for #5 too. Also a
quick stop at Reams for a cookies and cream ice cream cake (again,
upcoming birthdays). I'd wanted to mow the lawn a bit earlier in the
day, but we got a small rain shower, so I 'd put it off. It was nice as
we got home, so I got the front and back done. Watered the plants. Made
macaroni rosa for dinner, along with some chicken fettuccine alfredo for
me and #5. I was dragging and so tired, hit the sheets early. Missed
out on the homemade ice cream that Hubs made.
Sunday
(0827) Weight 171.8. Steps 16369. Total Burn 2533. Exercise Burn
800/741 (60minElliptical, 30min/1.7milesTreadmill, Abs/Core). Calories
in 2300. Slept in a little this morning. Hubs was up early though,
getting the brisket on the smoker. He then went on a bike ride with a
buddy. I made french toast for breakfast, with bacon and sausage. I
forgot I'd picked up hashbrowns. I fit in my full hour of elliptical
today, and also some treadmill time. #5 had a birthday party. Hubs made
more homemade ice cream ... right before dinner too! I got some today.
Dinner was yummy, but so much meat. #2 and #3 had to work but got a bit
before they left. Season finale of GOT.
Monday
(0828) Weight 173.4. Steps 31297. Total Burn 3306. Exercise Burn
1485/1509 (60minElliptical, Zumba+, 60min/3.65mileTreadmill). Calories
in 1800. I was awake at 4:00 and couldn't get back to sleep, so I
was ready to get up when the alarm went off around 5:30. I beat Hubs!
Fed the kitties then hit the elliptical, woke the kids and got the first
couple off to school. #3 and #4 aren't taking much for lunch, and they
are growing teenage boys! I can't quite fit in another elliptical before
taking #3 to school, as I have to leave a bit earlier than I did when
driving middle school carpool (and I didn't always get it in then) but I
got a 10min session, and another 20min on before dropping #5 off to
elementary. Then Zumba with Debbie. Stats: 6126 steps. 382/371 burn.
AvHR104. In zone 6 of the 60 minutes. No store stop today, although I
probably should have, as we ran out of 2% milk later in the day (I drink
skim, so not really a problem for me, but the boys aren't too happy).
Hit the treadmill twice, but before I know it it's time for afternoon
pickups. Leaving at 2:30 for #3, drop him off and leave again to grab #4
and middle school carpool. I did do 10min after arriving home before
heading out again for elementary pickup. I didn't need the car the rest
of the day, so #3 took it to work. I'd asked #4 what he wanted for his
birthday dinner. He said the fried chicken and yellow rice I make ... so
I made that, even though we have oodles of leftovers. It always takes
quite a bit longer than I think it will. I never made it back down to
the gym. I'd hoped to hit the bike, maybe get in some ab/core work, but I
still hit 30k for the day without any gym time past afternoon. Maga
came over with a little cake for #4, and I'd picked up an ice-cream cake
that is a favorite. So we had cake. Chatted outside watching the
duckies. Found a HUGE egg this morning! Hubs took the first few and put
them in the incubator ... we'll see if they hatch.
Tuesday
(0829) Weight 173.4. Steps 31836. Total Burn 3274. Exercise Burn
1485/1509 (60minElliptical, Zumba+, 30min/1.72mileTreadmill, Bike).
Calories in 2300. Still so tired this morning, did not want to get
up. But I did. Got in two elliptical sessions as I got the boys off to
school, then headed over to the church for Zumba. Marian is back. I was
her only helper today. While I do enjoy leading and planning the
playlist to get the songs I know and love, it's also nice to step back
and let someone else be in charge. Marian had to head out to work, so I
did the last 15 min. She'd been a bit discouraged at the start though,
wondering if there were enough people coming to continue ... then we had
a pretty full class with a few people showing up who hadn't been in a
while. Stats today: 6615 steps. 2.93 miles. 478/455 burn. AvHR118, High
147. In zone 24 of the 62 minutes.
I had the house to myself for a
bit, as both older boys had classes. I hit the treadmill and should
have done weights, but I was dragging. The time just speeds by, and then
it was time for pickups. #3 texted me that he didn't need a ride today,
he could get one from a friend, but I didn't see it in time and was
already there. His friends came over and they were in the gym for a
couple hours after school. I did some Zumba practice, as I do that in my
room, not the gym. Hubs called, needing some money moved around as he
was buying a car today ... passing the truck onto #3 so he'll be able to
drive himself around rather than needing my chauffeur services. Then
Hubs and #3 headed off to do a derby. Unfortunately there were
complications with the computer, very frustrating for Hubs. He ended up
going to a late movie with a friend. I went to bed, but did hit the bike
before.
Wednesday
(0830) Weight 172.1. Steps 33050. Total Burn 3351. Exercise Burn
1400/1588 (60minElliptical, Zumba, 60min/3.56milesTreadmill). Calories
in 1500. I was awake early and up before Hubs. Watching "42" for my
movie while I exercise today. Got in 50min early elliptical as I got the
boys off to school. Crazy cat screech from the backyard, but it wasn't
out kitty and our ducks weren't in danger ...although I did have to
retrieve Mr. Mallard from back by the trailer. Zumba with MZL. Stats:
7216 steps. 3.22 miles. 450/431 burn. AvHR112. High125. In zone 2 of the
65 minutes. Stopped at Maceys on the way home, as we were out of 2%
milk and I stocked up on a few other things during their case lot sale.
Both big boys were home when I pulled up, and helped bring in the
groceries. Nice! Usually I'm on my own for that. Got in two treadmill
times and mowed the lawn before heading out for pickups. #3 was working
today, but I needed the car ... so he drove the monster truck. I guess
he needs to get used to it. Got in a weight workout and then #5 and I headed out for his game at Dimple
Dell at 7:00.
Our boys fell behind at the beginning, but came back and pulled ahead
as the half finished up. The other team pulled ahead at the end though,
and got the win. It was a good game though. No yelling, and I thought
the other team had good sportsmanship. Multiple times they helped our
boys up and checked if they were ok after they were down. #5 did good.
Got the first basket of the game, and a couple three pointers in the
first half. Then a crazy shot put up from behind the back, and a
half-court buzzer beater to finish the game. Would have been more fun
if it was for the win, but always fun regardless. I'm actually okay not
playing tomorrow night. Weeknight games can be tiring.I'm tired anyway!
Thursday
(0831) Weight 170.1. Steps 28722. Total Burn 3153. Exercise Burn
1243/1369 (60minElliptical, Zumba, 30min/1.64milesTreadmill). Calories
in 1900. I was up early again, again beating Hubs up. Unusual. Got
in two elliptical sessions as I got the boys off to school. Watching
"Now You See Me 2" ... not too impressed thus far. Before heading out to
Zumba, I gathered some of our harvest. Several zucchini (some huge,
oops), squash and a couple eggplant and brought them in a box to set out
for anyone who wanted to take some. MZL often does things like that ...
sharing food or clothes, passing things along to others. It seemed to
get emptied out. I just hate having it go to waste! Stats: 6940 steps.
3.01 miles. 458/455 burn. AvHR113. High 129. In zone 7 of the 65
minutes. I stopped at Sam's Club on the way home. Really all that
couldn't wait was watermelon. I'm not sure if my duckies could survive
without their watermelon! The credit card processing was down though as I
went to check out. They could take cash or debit, neither of which I
had on hand. The cashier said she thought the "scan and go" app was
still working. I'd heard about it but hadn't ever got around to
downloading and trying it ... but I did then, and it worked and I'll
definitely be using that again in the future. So maybe their being down
was a good thing, made me try something I wouldn't have otherwise. Got
home and unloaded (unfortunately on my own, as the big boys were gone)
and then discovered our Wifi was out. Spent some time troubleshooting,
resetting the modem, etc. Called Xfinity and there had been a work order
... Hubs had put in a request for them to shift the cable line over, as
he wanted to put an in-ground tramp in the yard, and the cable ran
right through the selected spot. I could see where they had done some
digging in the back ... not where we needed it though. After waiting a
couple hours, it seems the workmen were not coming back, so I called
again and went through a bunch of troubleshooting with the customer
service representative, again attempting to reset the modem, cable box
(the TV was out too) and we ultimately figured that something got
screwed up outside. Unfortunately the soonest someone could come out was
tomorrow morning. So all day without internet. We rely on it SO much!
Luckily we have our phones so we aren't completely cut off ... can check
email and FB. It completely derailed my exercise for the day though. I
mean I still COULD have done some stuff. Zumba practice doesn't require
wifi, nor does the stationary bike (as I read on my Kindle, not
"needing" Netflix like I do with the elliptical or treadmill). But ...
the wifi being out seemed to suck out all my energy too. With my recent
switch to movies, I had been looking at DVDs from the library and
happened to have a couple on hold. I left a little early for #3's
pickup, stopped at the library along the way and grabbed my holds and a
few more DVDs too. After picking up #3, then #4, then #5 ... I did make
it down to the gym and started a movie "Pride and Prejudice and Zombies"
but didn't finish. I need to start a movie at the start of the day to
get through it all. The kids were actually much better than I'd
anticipated with the wifi out. They really didn't complain, although #2
said he couldn't do some of his homework, as it was online only. It
better be fixed tomorrow! And ... it was #3's birthday today! 17 years
old. He said a bunch of kids sang to him in the halls at school today. I
didn't have much in the way of gifts for him. He's a "water bottle"
collector and we added a few to his collection. A new backpack, a little
perpetual motion machine and some PB M&Ms. Maga came over with a
little cake (as she'd done for #4 a few days ago). We had some left over
cookies and cream ice cream cake too. Planning a family b-day dinner
for tomorrow.
