I haven't had much time to blog lately. That's actually a good thing because that means I've been busy spending my lunch hour at the gym and my evenings working out. There just aren't enough hours in the day for me to get everything done. But just in case you feel like you've missed out on the oh so exciting escapades in my life, here's a snapshot of my week.
The Good:
We held our annual celebration to recognize our participants. It was so much fun. It was the first time I've gone into a speech without having something prepared. Apparently I'm making a habit of that because the last time I had to speak, at our state conference, I quickly wrote something out while I was sitting at the table right before it was my turn to go up to the podium. This time I just winged it. And I never do that. I'm not a strong enough speaker to do that. So it was not the most eloquent speech I've ever given but our students were so pumped up that I'm sure they didn't even notice. They have really formed some strong relationships so it was so cool to see them encourage and cheer each other on - they truly were celebrating each other. My staff also did something special for me and I was so touched I got a little chocked up - I just feel so fortunate to have good students, a successful program and a staff that understands and supports my vision.
I also got to watch our graduates walk across the stage at our commencement ceremony. That's always such an exciting day. I'm just so proud that they've all overcome their challenges and stayed strong and finished. It's so easy to give up - drop a class, take a semester off and then where are you at? Earning a college degree isn't easy - it's a lot of work and deserves some serious celebration! I was also surprised to learn at commencement that we had 4 graduates from our program that I didn't even know about! Our college doesn't have a cut off date for graduation, you can actually submit your paperwork for a degree audit the day before the ceremony. Because of that, it's difficult for us to get a reliable headcount from the graduate office so we ask the students to notify us directly. Apparently not all of them did but it's a good thing so I can't even be mad.
The Bad:
In the midst of a week full of celebration, I also managed to completely embarrass myself. So, remember my tea guy? Well, I actually went in this week. So as he's ringing me up he says something about "lovely" - I can't remember if it was that it was lovely to see me or if he said I was looking lovely. Either way, it kinda got me a little distracted. So when he asked how I was I mumbled something about it being a typical Monday. He laughed and asked "It's Monday?" Which I took as him asking me if it was a typical Monday morning. So I respond with something about the weekend going to quick and he's just kinda looking at me strange.
I get in my car and it dawns on me - it's WEDNESDAY! I had been off work the day before and it completely threw me off - it seriously felt like Monday. So then I was embarrassed because I sounded like a complete idiot. So I decide that I have to go in the next day and explain that I was off work and it threw me off. Which I did, first thing the next morning. He wasn't at the register, he was stocking some food so I just marched up to him and explained and that actually just came across as a little weird so it didn't help my case. And on that note I think I will make my exit from that store and never return again. Okay, I can't really say never. I mean, they do have the best tea. But I think I'll take a long leave of absence at least.
The Ugly:
I had a doctors visit and discovered that the medication I've been taking hasn't been working which means another 3 months of a new medicine and I'm the worlds worst at taking medicine. So I'm crossing my fingers that this stuff works and I can go back to just remembering one pill a day. Almost as disappointing was the fact that I've only lost 3 pounds. Three stinking pounds!
Then a few days later the bathing suits I ordered online arrived. Yes, bathing suit shopping online totally works. This is the second year that I've done it and I've been really happy. Really, as long as you're honest about your measurements and they're accurate with theirs, it's easy.
So I tried them on as soon as I got home. I run down to show the hubby one of the suits and he says "Looking good. Almost got your bathing suit body back."
It was intended as a compliment, and I appreciated the support but honestly I couldn't get past the word "almost." Not that it was wrong for him to say-he was actually totally lying. I'm no where close to "almost" having a beach body. I have lumps and bumps and things hanging in ways they shouldn't.
It just made me think how far I have to go...on top of finding out I've only lost 3 pounds. It was discouraging. Which is kinda funny because it's not like I hate my body. There are things I think are okay and some things I actually kinda love.
Mostly, it's just that I'm really lazy. I don't want to work out. Ever. It takes effort for me to do it. I force myself each and every time. And to work out and be so consistent about it for nothing. It just sucks. I felt like why am I doing all this work? What's the point? So I didn't work out that night.
And the next day, I felt like crap. Physically and mentally. And then I remembered - I do hate working out. I really, really do. But I love the way I feel afterwards. In the midst of my disappointment, I kinda forgot that part.
So I dragged my tired butt out of bed and kicked started my weekend with some cardio. I may not look amazing in a swimsuit but I'm pretty sure I can just throw on a cover up and still have some fun.
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