The Workout Plan

I am in the midst of my 2nd week of workouts. I'm following the NROL4W (the New Rules of Lifting for Women) book. It's great. Even after 2 weeks, my butt is less gross. I know TMI, but as most women know, this is actually very important! Hubby notices. Which means good things for me. Wink.

Anyway, having some issues with the eating plan. It advises (for my size) that I eat 2000 calories a day on days I don't workout and 2200 on the days that I do. They give good reason for this. However, I was doing great. Down 5 pounds. Now, back up to the same I started with. I know, I know building muscle. Bull Crap! I don't want to gain weight. So, back to eating like I was, screw the plan on it....for now.

Also, have a running plan. Was supposed to run 2.25 miles today. Only "ran" 2.07. Walked about 3 mintues in there. I have a feeling this was due to the fact that I ran the first mile at a 11:30 pace. Which I'm used to running at a 13:00 pace. Hard to run that slow outside. So, we'll see how I continue to do. Hopefully, I'll start to learn to slow myself down so I can complete the whole thing!

For My Husband

Monday I started a Bible Study at a new church my husband and I are attending. It's called: For Women Only. It's about how to do some one sided changes in my life to help my relationship with my husband to grow and change. So, for example, my homework this week has been to show my husband respect without expecting anything in return. It's hard.

I'm really enjoying reading the Bible more and am excited for next week's session.

However, all of this has brought up some personal issues that I have started to discuss with my husband. I am Catholic. I converted before we got married because he is Catholic. The church we are attending is more non-denominational. It's one of those new age Christian young people churches. I always thought they were cult-like. But, it's fabulous. My fear is that all my work to become Catholic will become void if we spend so much time at this new church.

But, the important thing is that we're going to church and that you get something out of the service, right? We are wanting God in our lives more now. And for the first time, my husband is participating in church, which makes me extremely happy.

Just a lot to take in. A lot of decisions to make. However, I am going to pray on it and try to open my heart to God to allow him to show me which way is the right one for me and for us as a family.

Been a While

Well, I'm back. I've been doing some journaling on paper the last few days. I wonder why. I started this for that purpose. Craziness. Anway, things have changed a bit. Or not. I'm starting a new plan on Monday to lose weight. I'm down. Just want to look amazing. For the hubby. And, actually for me. I am a strong person. I need a strong body to go with it.

Also, the crazy mom struck. Has me and hubby signed up for a half marathon. YIKES! I think it's funny. I can run maybe 2 miles. And I've signed up to run 13.1. Excited for the accomplishment once it's done. Until then, it's just funny.

Day One

Well, sitting here in the living room while my husband (home for once) cooks dinner. I'm spoiled, right? I've been thinking I need to start journaling again. But pen and paper sounds so middle school to me. So, here I am, trying blogging for one of the first times...yes, done this before and given up. I have a commitment problem when it comes to things like this. Hopefully this goes better than before.

Well, it's later than before....about 2 hours. Great dinner! Fan-freaking-tastic! Wine. Converstation. Great times. However, I sound like an add for a restaurant. Forget that!

So, my life. Starting a new position at my job soon. Normal hours, better pay, better work. Last 2 days of mandatory RN work ahead of me. Pretty darn cool!

So, here goes with the blog. I was witty before, I think, but due to the wine, have lost that ability a bit. No harm, there's always tomorrow, right?!