...But I'm going to Europe!!!!
Because yes, I felt like my training schedule wasn't challenging enough already : )
Anyways, as of two days ago, the new boy and I officially decided to head to the old country over the holidays for some fun in the snow. We will be there for Christmas and New Years (we're thinking New Years in Paris), but of course will be back in plenty of time for me to participate in the last insane rush before the Hawaii camp at the end of January. We're going to use Frankfurt (Germany) as our arrival and departure spot, then buy unlimited train passes when we get there. Then we'll go on to France, Belgium, Italy and Austria before we spend the last week or so in Germany. I. Am. So. Excited. Because I hear snowshoeing can be good run training - right?
I haven't been to Europe in 4 years and I can't wait to go back - both of us have been before (Ken actually lived in Germany for 2 years while he was in the service), so we have a pretty good idea of where we want to go and what we want to do. Of course, he is way more familiar with all of it than I am, so I be getting a tour guide as well. (A cute one who actually likes Americans).
So now I'm putting all of my extra money into savings so I'll be ready come December.
...Except for the money I'll be spending when we go to the DMA this weekend : ) And when I pay Ahmed to destroy me in the gym. And when I buy a super cute new coat for the trip. And gloves and boots. What? It's going to be cold...
I wonder how they say good bye in German...
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Monday, October 25, 2010
Time for a Clean Slate
Ok, so training-wise, last week was pretty much a wash. I think I trained a total of 5-6 hours, and only about half of what I did was actually one my training schedule. But the good news is that it's Monday, which means I get a fresh start - a whole new schedule that isn't messed up yet. And I'm going to get it started right by doing my hill workout on the bike today during my lunch time at work - definitely one of the perks of working about 1/4 mile from White Rock Lake! I've got Tex in the car ready to ride, and all my cycling gear, so I am ready to rock those hills before lunch.
Even though my training wasn't perfect this weekend, I still had a great time. As most of you know by now, I'm seeing a new guy (his name is Ken), and I got spend a good chunk (i.e. almost all) of the weekend with him. Friday we went out to the bar with some of his buddies, then on Saturday I went to coach and when I came back we took Jake (the golden retriever) for a long run in the rain, followed by lunch and a nap, and then Liz Raz's awesome Halloween/Costume/Birthday party that night! (See facebook for lots of embarrassing and some mildly inappropriate photos). Sunday morning we had a late breakfast, and took Jake to the dog park before I went home to actually be productive for a few hours. I have to be honest - it's a little hard to be truly disappointed in my lack of proper training when I'm having an absolute blast with this guy. But I am still determined to do much better this week.
So stay tuned to see whether or not I'm true to my word...
Even though my training wasn't perfect this weekend, I still had a great time. As most of you know by now, I'm seeing a new guy (his name is Ken), and I got spend a good chunk (i.e. almost all) of the weekend with him. Friday we went out to the bar with some of his buddies, then on Saturday I went to coach and when I came back we took Jake (the golden retriever) for a long run in the rain, followed by lunch and a nap, and then Liz Raz's awesome Halloween/Costume/Birthday party that night! (See facebook for lots of embarrassing and some mildly inappropriate photos). Sunday morning we had a late breakfast, and took Jake to the dog park before I went home to actually be productive for a few hours. I have to be honest - it's a little hard to be truly disappointed in my lack of proper training when I'm having an absolute blast with this guy. But I am still determined to do much better this week.
So stay tuned to see whether or not I'm true to my word...
Friday, October 22, 2010
Life = Awesome. Training = Fail.
Alright, so here it is, my first week of serious backsliding. That didn't take long! I guess two good, solid weeks was success enough for the first round. Definitely better than I've done in a while. And it's not that I've lost my motivation... just my free time. You see, a number of awesome things have happened in the past 7 days:
-Started working full time for Ahmed and Staci - no benefits, but the pay is great!
-Partnered with Jeanne to organize the DFW Triathlon Year End Celebration for last night.
-Started seeing a totally awesome guy who I kind of want to spend lots and lots of time with.
Wait... what? Yes, I met someone and he seems pretty wonderful, his name is Ken and he has a golden retriever named Jake, and that's all I'm saying here because otherwise he'll somehow end up reading this and I'll be totally embarrassed.
So anyways, between work, other Playtri duties, and spending time with Ken, training has suffered since this week started. It's been 5 days aaaand I've already missed 3 workouts. Really not so great. Not to mention my noble "no more alcohol" goal totally went out the window at the Year End Celebration last night after I had a three hour panic attack leading up to the party. Trust me, you would have had a cocktail too. Oh, and I've been to McDonald's about 5 times this week. I know. It's pretty pathetic. I'm going to a world championship and I'm training like a college student. WTF?
But, Monday will be a new week and I WILL get back on track. And tomorrow Ken and Jake are going to do my hour run with me, so there's no getting out of that one. I have a feeling that Jake is going to make me work for it. I'm supposed to swim today and tomorrow, too, so everyone keep your fingers crossed that that happens - especially today since I'm still hungover and exhausted after last night and all I want is dinner and a movie, and maybe some love from a spastic golden retriever. (Which, coincidentally, I will be getting later on... ha!).
I've spent most of today downing coffee and trying to stay awake enough to function at work - we're in the process of applying for a new certification from USAT that is going to take some work, but will definitely be worth it. We're still in the proposal process right now, but hopefully things will move quickly - that is, if the administrative assistant gets her 6th cup of coffee and starts writing.
: )
Later gators
-Started working full time for Ahmed and Staci - no benefits, but the pay is great!
-Partnered with Jeanne to organize the DFW Triathlon Year End Celebration for last night.
-Started seeing a totally awesome guy who I kind of want to spend lots and lots of time with.
Wait... what? Yes, I met someone and he seems pretty wonderful, his name is Ken and he has a golden retriever named Jake, and that's all I'm saying here because otherwise he'll somehow end up reading this and I'll be totally embarrassed.
So anyways, between work, other Playtri duties, and spending time with Ken, training has suffered since this week started. It's been 5 days aaaand I've already missed 3 workouts. Really not so great. Not to mention my noble "no more alcohol" goal totally went out the window at the Year End Celebration last night after I had a three hour panic attack leading up to the party. Trust me, you would have had a cocktail too. Oh, and I've been to McDonald's about 5 times this week. I know. It's pretty pathetic. I'm going to a world championship and I'm training like a college student. WTF?
But, Monday will be a new week and I WILL get back on track. And tomorrow Ken and Jake are going to do my hour run with me, so there's no getting out of that one. I have a feeling that Jake is going to make me work for it. I'm supposed to swim today and tomorrow, too, so everyone keep your fingers crossed that that happens - especially today since I'm still hungover and exhausted after last night and all I want is dinner and a movie, and maybe some love from a spastic golden retriever. (Which, coincidentally, I will be getting later on... ha!).
I've spent most of today downing coffee and trying to stay awake enough to function at work - we're in the process of applying for a new certification from USAT that is going to take some work, but will definitely be worth it. We're still in the proposal process right now, but hopefully things will move quickly - that is, if the administrative assistant gets her 6th cup of coffee and starts writing.
: )
Later gators
Sunday, October 17, 2010
A Fun Weekend and a Spooky Morning!
I have to say, this has been a particularly great weekend. While I missed my bike ride on Saturday, I got all of my other workouts in, and had a fun race at the Monster Triathlon II in Denton this morning.
It all started with dinner and wine at Guiseppe's on Friday night with a new friend. Nice to relax after a long day with good food and good conversation. And I got my 1 hour swim in ahead of time! Productive and fun.
Yesterday, I coached the NT3 kids in the morning, then hit McDonald's to fuel for my run. Yes. Chicken McNuggets. Don't judge. The weather was absolutely perfect yesterday, very fall, very beautiful. During my run I almost ran head-first into the homecoming parade, so I had to take a detour and headed west down Panhandle to the sounds of the UNT marching band. My run felt solid - I did it in my VFF's. I'm trying to do all of my runs in them again, now that Nationals is over. I can definitely use the extra muscle. Soon enough I'll be hitting the weights quite a bit to try and improve my base strength for the speed I'll need come next summer and fall. I can't wait.
Last night I went to the UNT football game with some good friends. We left at halftime because, well, we were already losing epically, and anyways we were all starving. We hit Sweetwater for beer, friend pickles, and some really questionable seafood gumbo. Then we headed back to Regina and Matt's home to watch some late night TV. It was a fun night.
Then, this morning, I raced in the Monster Tri, with about half of my UNT athletes and one of my NT3 kiddos. Everyone had a good morning, and a good time. For me, every event was good, but not great. 1:45 100's in the swim, 19-ish average on the bike, 7:11 miles on the run. Just good - not great. I didn't podium, which is kind of unusual for me in local races. But at the same time, I was still happy because I know I raced smart and didn't overdo it, and still had some decent times. It was a good race to wrap my season up with, especially since all of my athletes also had good days. (Well, minus James almost drowning trying to swim in his Green Man costume). Gabby (my 11 year old NT3 girl) actually BEAT me in the run, with 6:56/mile average! She is smoking! I was so proud - of her, and all of my UNT athletes. And apparently, I had some fans who came to watch, but unfortunately we never saw each other - hopefully next time : ) This afternoon, well... you can find out what I was doing this afternoon if you come to the RBM/Playtri DFW Triathlon Year End Celebration this Thursday at Cantina Laredo on Dallas Parkway at 7:00 PM. Curious? Come find out!
I'm looking forward to getting my training schedule for next week - it's time to kick some more butt!
Happy training everybody!
It all started with dinner and wine at Guiseppe's on Friday night with a new friend. Nice to relax after a long day with good food and good conversation. And I got my 1 hour swim in ahead of time! Productive and fun.
Yesterday, I coached the NT3 kids in the morning, then hit McDonald's to fuel for my run. Yes. Chicken McNuggets. Don't judge. The weather was absolutely perfect yesterday, very fall, very beautiful. During my run I almost ran head-first into the homecoming parade, so I had to take a detour and headed west down Panhandle to the sounds of the UNT marching band. My run felt solid - I did it in my VFF's. I'm trying to do all of my runs in them again, now that Nationals is over. I can definitely use the extra muscle. Soon enough I'll be hitting the weights quite a bit to try and improve my base strength for the speed I'll need come next summer and fall. I can't wait.
Last night I went to the UNT football game with some good friends. We left at halftime because, well, we were already losing epically, and anyways we were all starving. We hit Sweetwater for beer, friend pickles, and some really questionable seafood gumbo. Then we headed back to Regina and Matt's home to watch some late night TV. It was a fun night.
Then, this morning, I raced in the Monster Tri, with about half of my UNT athletes and one of my NT3 kiddos. Everyone had a good morning, and a good time. For me, every event was good, but not great. 1:45 100's in the swim, 19-ish average on the bike, 7:11 miles on the run. Just good - not great. I didn't podium, which is kind of unusual for me in local races. But at the same time, I was still happy because I know I raced smart and didn't overdo it, and still had some decent times. It was a good race to wrap my season up with, especially since all of my athletes also had good days. (Well, minus James almost drowning trying to swim in his Green Man costume). Gabby (my 11 year old NT3 girl) actually BEAT me in the run, with 6:56/mile average! She is smoking! I was so proud - of her, and all of my UNT athletes. And apparently, I had some fans who came to watch, but unfortunately we never saw each other - hopefully next time : ) This afternoon, well... you can find out what I was doing this afternoon if you come to the RBM/Playtri DFW Triathlon Year End Celebration this Thursday at Cantina Laredo on Dallas Parkway at 7:00 PM. Curious? Come find out!
I'm looking forward to getting my training schedule for next week - it's time to kick some more butt!
Happy training everybody!
Friday, October 15, 2010
Lesson #2 - Alcohol is not my Friend
Ok. I know what you're thinking. I went to college - I should have learned this lesson already. But the thing is, college-age bodies handle things better than bodies in their mid-twenties. Surprisingly better, as I discovered after one too many trips to the open bar at my girlfriend's wedding (at which my ex-boyfriend was my date - yes, also not my best idea ever) this past Sunday. Fast forward to Monday morning when I wake up, queasy, slightly dizzy, and with a headache I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy. Yep that's right - I'm not sick. I'm hungover.
I don't even remember the last time I was hungover. And let me tell you, it does not go well with swimming. I put off my one hour swim all day, hoping against hope that the symptoms would fade and I would at least start to feel something resembling normal. But no such luck. So I make my way to the pool around 8:00 PM, imagining how it would feel for my queasy stomach to be bobbing up and down in the water, and really wishing I can rewind to the night before and leave that bottle of wine alone. I actually made it 30 minutes before I had to stop to avoid losing my dinner in the pool. Then I had to call Aaron and explain to him that we needed to modify my plan for the week because I was massively hungover. There is no way for that not to be an embarrassing conversation.
But we did revise, and otherwise, the week has been going really well. I did an hour run last night all around town, and the weather was so perfect and I explored some new streets I hadn't run on before, and got to listen to the Denton High School Band as they practiced for the upcoming football game. It was one of those evenings when I really love Denton. Of course, I did have to turn down an invitation to the Stars game to get the run in... but it was worth it. Nothing like a good, long run. Then a relaxing evening with Chuck, a book, and some laundry. I know. Sometimes I really sound like an old lady. Don't judge.
Ahmed and Staci are back from Kona (and they brought me back some 100% Kona coffee - yeeeeeeees), and I spent most of the work day today updating our website and working on training plans for Ahmed. I've got an hour swim tonight, and then... well, wouldn't you like to know.
But homecoming is tomorrow and the Monster Tri is on Sunday, so I am looking forward to a fun weekend. Life is good.
Au revoir, mis amis
I don't even remember the last time I was hungover. And let me tell you, it does not go well with swimming. I put off my one hour swim all day, hoping against hope that the symptoms would fade and I would at least start to feel something resembling normal. But no such luck. So I make my way to the pool around 8:00 PM, imagining how it would feel for my queasy stomach to be bobbing up and down in the water, and really wishing I can rewind to the night before and leave that bottle of wine alone. I actually made it 30 minutes before I had to stop to avoid losing my dinner in the pool. Then I had to call Aaron and explain to him that we needed to modify my plan for the week because I was massively hungover. There is no way for that not to be an embarrassing conversation.
But we did revise, and otherwise, the week has been going really well. I did an hour run last night all around town, and the weather was so perfect and I explored some new streets I hadn't run on before, and got to listen to the Denton High School Band as they practiced for the upcoming football game. It was one of those evenings when I really love Denton. Of course, I did have to turn down an invitation to the Stars game to get the run in... but it was worth it. Nothing like a good, long run. Then a relaxing evening with Chuck, a book, and some laundry. I know. Sometimes I really sound like an old lady. Don't judge.
Ahmed and Staci are back from Kona (and they brought me back some 100% Kona coffee - yeeeeeeees), and I spent most of the work day today updating our website and working on training plans for Ahmed. I've got an hour swim tonight, and then... well, wouldn't you like to know.
But homecoming is tomorrow and the Monster Tri is on Sunday, so I am looking forward to a fun weekend. Life is good.
Au revoir, mis amis
Monday, October 11, 2010
Success!
Last week, I did not miss a single workout. NOT ONE. This is serious business. The old Morgan is back!
Now if I can just make it through this weekend without missing any workouts, it will be time to celebrate! And by celebrate I mean continue to work out consistently, eat healthy, and get lots of sleep. Yes.
Today I have a one hour swim - I think I am officially going to have to give up on the Masters swim program as I think that I'm just not going to be able to do the 5:00 AM thing. I mean that is early. And anyways I seem to be pushing myself just fine in swim workouts these days, so no real loss. I'm almost enjoying swimming... which I didn't even think was possible. At least, not when I was doing it in a pool anyways. I can't wait to show off my mad underwater skills next September. Watch out Bejing!
I had two weddings to attend this weekend - one on Saturday and one on Sunday. I'm still amazed that I got in all of my workouts on both of those days. Especially since I think I had some questionable cheesecake on Saturday night, and I woke up feeling less than my best on Sunday... And I'm definitely feeling less than my best today because, well, let's be honest - there was an open bar and a lot of good food last night and if you're not going to over-indulge at a wedding then when are you? Exactly. But I'm through after this weekend. New goal? 2 full months and no alcohol. Yep. And if I get to 2, I might just make it 3. Did you know that your body experiences negative after effects from alcohol for up to 40 DAYS after drinking?? That is a long freaking time (thank you Lisa Powell for enlightening all of us at July's Playtri meeting!). So, needless to say, I'm taking a good hard look at my current beverage habits, and I'm planning to make some changes.
I don't know yet what the rest of this week holds in terms of training, but I know Staci and Ahmed return from Kona on Wednesday, so I'll be back in Dallas for Thursday and Friday. I've got plenty to do today as I really didn't get anything done this weekend like I originally planned. First I'm headed to Hobby Lobby to pick up some supplies to start crafting the awards for the DFW Year End Triathlon Celebration. Fun : )
Ciao!
Now if I can just make it through this weekend without missing any workouts, it will be time to celebrate! And by celebrate I mean continue to work out consistently, eat healthy, and get lots of sleep. Yes.
Today I have a one hour swim - I think I am officially going to have to give up on the Masters swim program as I think that I'm just not going to be able to do the 5:00 AM thing. I mean that is early. And anyways I seem to be pushing myself just fine in swim workouts these days, so no real loss. I'm almost enjoying swimming... which I didn't even think was possible. At least, not when I was doing it in a pool anyways. I can't wait to show off my mad underwater skills next September. Watch out Bejing!
I had two weddings to attend this weekend - one on Saturday and one on Sunday. I'm still amazed that I got in all of my workouts on both of those days. Especially since I think I had some questionable cheesecake on Saturday night, and I woke up feeling less than my best on Sunday... And I'm definitely feeling less than my best today because, well, let's be honest - there was an open bar and a lot of good food last night and if you're not going to over-indulge at a wedding then when are you? Exactly. But I'm through after this weekend. New goal? 2 full months and no alcohol. Yep. And if I get to 2, I might just make it 3. Did you know that your body experiences negative after effects from alcohol for up to 40 DAYS after drinking?? That is a long freaking time (thank you Lisa Powell for enlightening all of us at July's Playtri meeting!). So, needless to say, I'm taking a good hard look at my current beverage habits, and I'm planning to make some changes.
I don't know yet what the rest of this week holds in terms of training, but I know Staci and Ahmed return from Kona on Wednesday, so I'll be back in Dallas for Thursday and Friday. I've got plenty to do today as I really didn't get anything done this weekend like I originally planned. First I'm headed to Hobby Lobby to pick up some supplies to start crafting the awards for the DFW Year End Triathlon Celebration. Fun : )
Ciao!
Friday, October 8, 2010
Three Days Down... Approximately 355 To Go...
Ok, so my first three days of official training for Beijing have been a success. YES! This is probably the first time in over a year where I've down three consecutive days of training exactly the way I was supposed to. Pretty sad, right? But that's why consistency is my #1 goal for this year.
Granted, I've kind of had it easy this week with Staci and Ahmed being out of town for Kona. Frees up the schedule quite a bit not having to drive into Dallas every day to work. But still - I'm glad that I'm off to a strong start. Let's see how many days I can go without missing a single assigned training session! It will be like, a game. Start placing your bets now...
I'm supposed to do the Monster Tri in Denton next weekend... of course... the balance in my checking account at the moment says otherwise... but that's what savings are for! Right? Right? I'm going to make it my first goal to do all of my training up through that race - then we'll go from there. It's crazy, because two years ago I never struggled for motivation - granted, two years ago I wasn't dealing with the after effects of mono (never, ever get that horrible, horrible virus). But still - I picture old Morgan looking at current Morgan and thinking Geez lady, pull it together. Don't fear, old Morgan - I am on it. In another year, I will have accomplished things you only dreamed of.
I still have to swim today - I coached some guys in the pool earlier, then needed a break before I did my own workout. Coaching takes it out of me. Needless to say, I missed Masters again this morning... 5:30 is just SO early! Not sure if that is going to work out or not... I'm going to try harder next week, but as long as I'm getting the swim time on my schedule in, I'm not going to worry about it.
It's going to be a slow night tonight - just work to catch up on and (tw0!) weddings to prepare for. (I just bought Jeremy a new dress shirt at Target so that he would have something to wear, though I feel bad that he is going to have to sport it two days in a row... oh well). Who would have thought two of my best friends would get married on the same weekend? How's that for coincidence? Oh well, as long as it doesn't interfere with my training...
Adios muchachos!
Granted, I've kind of had it easy this week with Staci and Ahmed being out of town for Kona. Frees up the schedule quite a bit not having to drive into Dallas every day to work. But still - I'm glad that I'm off to a strong start. Let's see how many days I can go without missing a single assigned training session! It will be like, a game. Start placing your bets now...
I'm supposed to do the Monster Tri in Denton next weekend... of course... the balance in my checking account at the moment says otherwise... but that's what savings are for! Right? Right? I'm going to make it my first goal to do all of my training up through that race - then we'll go from there. It's crazy, because two years ago I never struggled for motivation - granted, two years ago I wasn't dealing with the after effects of mono (never, ever get that horrible, horrible virus). But still - I picture old Morgan looking at current Morgan and thinking Geez lady, pull it together. Don't fear, old Morgan - I am on it. In another year, I will have accomplished things you only dreamed of.
I still have to swim today - I coached some guys in the pool earlier, then needed a break before I did my own workout. Coaching takes it out of me. Needless to say, I missed Masters again this morning... 5:30 is just SO early! Not sure if that is going to work out or not... I'm going to try harder next week, but as long as I'm getting the swim time on my schedule in, I'm not going to worry about it.
It's going to be a slow night tonight - just work to catch up on and (tw0!) weddings to prepare for. (I just bought Jeremy a new dress shirt at Target so that he would have something to wear, though I feel bad that he is going to have to sport it two days in a row... oh well). Who would have thought two of my best friends would get married on the same weekend? How's that for coincidence? Oh well, as long as it doesn't interfere with my training...
Adios muchachos!
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Who Stole my Swimsuit?
I am officially back from south of the border. Talk about a whirlwind trip - we saw a good chunk of the city AND got Michelle and Javi married off. Just so you know, Mexican weddings are way more hardcore than ours. And their beds are just harder. But Mexico City is still there and still very beautiful and interesting, and we all had a wonderful time (especially me, as I spent at least half of the trip sleeping and being lazy).
I had last week and this Monday essentially off from training so that I could recover from the grand mess that was Nationals and mentally prepare for the coming year of training. So yesterday was really my first official day of training for Beijing - just a 30 minute training pace run - but I did it! My biggest goal this year is consistency, so every scheduled workout I complete is a big victory. I was off from Playtri duties yesterday, but I did go and coach the youth team over at the GCISD Nat, and then did my run on the beautiful trail in the park by the school. We're havin some perfect fall weather this week, and I enjoyed every minute of that run. I kind of wanted to keep going when it was time to stop, but I refrained.
Last night I coached a UNT swim workout. A helpful tip - don't wear your Uggs to the pool - just because it is cold outside does not mean that the pool will not be humid and sweltering. My poor feet. They got the sauna treatment last night.
But, regardless of ALL this, the thing I was most excited about this week was supposed to happen this morning - I'm joining a Masters swim team! If you know me, you know my skills in the water are less than impressive. Just check my swim split from Nationals. Uh... on the other hand, please don't. Anyways, this is our new plan to get me swimming like a fishie by the time I get to Beijing. I'm pretty sure my workouts will be more effective with a coach yelling at me from the deck. I tend to do better when people are yelling at me.
Anyways, I was up at 5:00 this morning, ready for my first day of practice at 5:30. Got out of bed, gave Chuck a pat on the head, went to grab a swimsuit, and... wait... where are my swimsuits? Not in the drawers. Not in my swim bag. Not in the dirty laundry. Not hanging on the door. How do two swimsuits just disappear??? But they are gone as surely as Brad and Angelina love foreign babies. So of course I do the only logical thing left. I go buy a McDonald's hotcake breakfast, eat the whole thing, and go back to sleep.
I was awakened just a little while ago by Javier knocking on the door, wanting to borrow the bike pump. Now, it's time to get my sleepy butt over to Sports Authority to find a swimsuit so I can make the 11:30 practice. Take 2!
I'll let you know how it goes.
I had last week and this Monday essentially off from training so that I could recover from the grand mess that was Nationals and mentally prepare for the coming year of training. So yesterday was really my first official day of training for Beijing - just a 30 minute training pace run - but I did it! My biggest goal this year is consistency, so every scheduled workout I complete is a big victory. I was off from Playtri duties yesterday, but I did go and coach the youth team over at the GCISD Nat, and then did my run on the beautiful trail in the park by the school. We're havin some perfect fall weather this week, and I enjoyed every minute of that run. I kind of wanted to keep going when it was time to stop, but I refrained.
Last night I coached a UNT swim workout. A helpful tip - don't wear your Uggs to the pool - just because it is cold outside does not mean that the pool will not be humid and sweltering. My poor feet. They got the sauna treatment last night.
But, regardless of ALL this, the thing I was most excited about this week was supposed to happen this morning - I'm joining a Masters swim team! If you know me, you know my skills in the water are less than impressive. Just check my swim split from Nationals. Uh... on the other hand, please don't. Anyways, this is our new plan to get me swimming like a fishie by the time I get to Beijing. I'm pretty sure my workouts will be more effective with a coach yelling at me from the deck. I tend to do better when people are yelling at me.
Anyways, I was up at 5:00 this morning, ready for my first day of practice at 5:30. Got out of bed, gave Chuck a pat on the head, went to grab a swimsuit, and... wait... where are my swimsuits? Not in the drawers. Not in my swim bag. Not in the dirty laundry. Not hanging on the door. How do two swimsuits just disappear??? But they are gone as surely as Brad and Angelina love foreign babies. So of course I do the only logical thing left. I go buy a McDonald's hotcake breakfast, eat the whole thing, and go back to sleep.
I was awakened just a little while ago by Javier knocking on the door, wanting to borrow the bike pump. Now, it's time to get my sleepy butt over to Sports Authority to find a swimsuit so I can make the 11:30 practice. Take 2!
I'll let you know how it goes.
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