I Ran the Bridge!

This is a picture of the Talmadge Bridge. I got it from here. We left the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center at around 8:30. The picture came from here. There was a little distance to go from the convention center to the start. They had good music and the running crowd is always a good one. People were dressed in Christmas regalia. (Snoopy, Fiona, nor I did.) I wore the trusty thick sweatshirt, yoga pants, a t-shirt, and the run's shirt tied around my waist. Oh yeah, THAT was a good look. My shoes were amazing! We finished up the run at the Savannah Civic Center.



Well, I ran the 5K in 45:48. I don't think it's my best, but it was WAY fun. I can't wait to do it again next year.

We've slated the Shamrock Run, which is an evening run on March 6. Click here if you're interested. And, I am ECSTATIC to report we will be participating in the Susan G. Komen Run for the Cure in Savannah. It'll be on April 18th, which is a Saturday. I'm going to try to get some others to run/walk as well. Consider this your invitation to participate with us on any of these with us. At least Snoopy, Fiona, and I will be participating. Supermom may be doing the Komen also.

This past week was crazy. The only day I didn't have a mania was Wednesday and I got outta school late, so it was a handle anyway. This week should (operative word being should) be much less hectic. THEN, the last week of the semester! I'll really miss SOME of my students. Others, I will be happy NOT to see anymore.

Have you been to World Market lately? We went yesterday after the run and after a luxurious breakfast at Burger King. It was tasty. World Market has CRAZY good ornaments and gift wrap, bags, and gift card holders for 50% off. Maybe that ended today, not sure. Regardless, I got one of my BEST friends, whom I'll call PeeWee Herman, two GORGEOUS ornaments. I found some for gifts for a brunch I'll attend and a gift for the hostess. After World Market, we went to Best Buy where I got The Child a Thomas the Tank Engine DVD. I got myself new earbuds and Smokey and the Bandit, parts 1, 2, and 3. Then we came back and I went to the school gym and worked in the concession stand from about 2:30 to 9:30. Needless to say, since I sat down on the way to and from to Savannah, and that's all for the entire day, my feet were TIRED. Fortunately, I wore my running shoes to do the concession stand duty. This made my dogs bark a little less loudly.

Well, I'm looking forward to fun this week, although I don't know what it'll be. I do know that Fiona will be cooking dinner for Snoopy, her husband, and me on Wednesday, so that'll be fun.

I wish each of you a week that is full of getting things accomplished and less stress than last week!

More Trouble

Okay, clearly I'm in a world of trouble or enough sleep is ruining my brain function. I saw the commercial for Beverly Hills Chihuahua. I found myself actually laughing at the promo and wanting, probably somewhere in the reptilian part of my brain, to see it. Yow. What is happening to me? I only wish I knew.

I'm now watching the rowing. It makes me want to go find a rowing machine. Wow, these folks are in awesome shape. The Olympics make me feel even fatter. Boo.

Walk/Jog, Ugh!

Okay, it's 84 degrees outside. So, a beginning jogger, I decide to go out at 1:30 for a walk/jog. Wrong. Boo. I am incredibly TIRED now. I wanted to do 4 or 5 miles, but could barely do 3.21. Tired. Actually, it's a good thing, because by the fall, I want to be able to run the 3.1 cross-country mileage in the heat of the afternoon, which will be in the high 90's. I'm not liking it now, but it'll come in handy later.



Also, I have a heart monitor. When I'm walking or sitting, it seems to register pretty fine. When I run, it is not accurate. Could it be my excess of fat or large boobage? I'm just not going to wear it for a while and see if it responds better when my weight is less.



Well, we just got back from the latest Indiana Jones installment. If you're looking for mindless entertainment, it'll work for you. The end of the movie is really a little much. It wasn't bad, but it was a little odd. Cate Blanchette is awesome as a Russian paranormal expert. Shia LaBoeuf is pretty cute too. But don't expect too much and you won't be underwhelmed.



After viewing the previews, must sees for the remainder of the summer include Kung-Fu Panda, Wall-e, and especially Wanted. Wanted is the Angelina Jolie, Morgan Freeman, and James McAvoy movie. James McAvoy's dad was an assassin and now they're pulling him into the family business. Did I mention Sex and the City? That's just an understood. Mr. Big, are you kidding me? He's irresistible.



Well, that's about all I've got. I've gotta make some pasta salad for a party for Dude and Hot Pant's farewell party. Enjoy your week!

Bless!

Saturday, And What a Good One!

I have had a very enjoyable day today! I got up, watched the always entertaining Friday Night Lights. Then laid around in bed until summonsed by Snoopy to the IHOP. Delicious! Then I proceeded to my school to do some work. I took care of that, and then met Dude at the local, non-chain coffee shop. Tiramisu was delightful. Then I came home and have been working on my website ever since. I've been uploading some things for my students. I'm not sure whether anyone's visiting, but the stuff is there, should they decide to. I realize that there are not that many that have a computer AND internet access at home, but I am trusting that the number is increasing.

I am currently watching Pride and Prejudice. I'm trying to watch my DVRed stored up items. I have untold hours of things that need watching, so I'm trying to watch the things that I can do something while watching.

Good Day

Today was very good! I started out the day by watching Hotel Rwanda and crying my eyes out. Don Cheadle is unbelievable. It's one of those movies that I know that I've needed to see, but haven't. The fact that it lived up to expectations was refreshing as well.

Yesterday, I went and saw Hairspray. Although I've never seen the original movie or the Broadway show, I REALLY wanted to like the movie. It was everything I expected and more. I think that Christopher Walken was my favorite as Tracy's inspiring dad. And even though he was great in the "Weapon of Choice" video, I had no idea how light on his feet he could be! John Travolta was also entertaining. And their dance together--amazing! Of course, Nikki Blonsky was a dynamo as Tracy. Actually, all the cast was fabulous. Funny that John Waters turned up in the opening number as a flasher and Ricki Lake was one of the agents viewing the Miss Hairspray contest. I will be going to the theater to see this again. It's one of the few truly -- and I hate to use this expression -- feel-good movies I've ever seen.

I piddled around watching a little television this afternoon. I read the local paper which took all of about twelve minutes. Then watched a little of "The Biggest Loser" and then was motivated by Jillian to go do some strength training at the gym. That show is one of my favorites, although I cannot imagine working out for the hours they must to have the losses they have.

Right now, I'm watching "The Next Food Network Star." I'm not too excited about watching, but it's on in the background. I suppose I'm interested enough to want to know who the winner is.

Well, tomorrow begins my LAST week before pre-planning, so I'd better make it good!

Until later!

Is It Wednesday Already?

Why does it seem that time passes more quickly during the summer than it does during the school year? This is my next-to-last week and I have declared it the week of doing nothing. It's my homage to the Congress. Only I'm not gratuitously spending money.

I started watching Hotel Rwanda. I can't stand a movie with an impending sense of doom, or ISD, as my friends have come to know it. I realized this when watching the movie U-571. It brought on the worst headache I've ever had. I couldn't finish watching the movie. I thought my head would explode. But, since so many people have told me how much I need to see Hotel Rwanda , I am determined to watch the entire movie. I'm feeling the same thing about Cinderella Man. I know that I should have seen these long ago, but just haven't been able to make myself sit down and watch them. I know if I don't do it this summer, they'll still be on the DVR list come next summer.

I received my "Hey y'all, come on back to school" letter today. Our principal is FANTASTIC. I'm not being sarcastic. I really do love him. He looks out for the students and teachers and also wants to have good communication with parents. This will be his second year and I am anticipating that it should be a good one.

Good news, my room SHOULD be ready before school starts, air and all! I'm very excited about this. Heard through a third party that my room may be being painted during pre-planning, but at least I'll be getting back there sooner than I'd anticipated.

I'm trying to decide whether or not to go to the gym. Really thinking of NOT. I think I'm gonna stay home and go to bed early. Tomorrow morning BodyPump is at 5:30 a.m., and I'm planning on doing a little treadmill action also. That helps me rationalize not going today.