Today I'm thankful for...
The challenge at my gym!
My gym started a 3 month challenge yesterday where you pay a set amount of money every month and at the end, the person who has lost the most body fat wins the entire pot. I'm so excited about this because it will be an added layer of accountability for me as I work to get in shape and lose weight. Also, I'm slightly competitive, so this will really fire me up! I'll probably post updates about my progress on one of my other blogs, so stay tuned!
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Saturday, September 29, 2012
What I'm thankful for: September 29
Today I'm thankful for...
Charity 5K races!
I participated in a 5K today called Sam's Sprint. This was the third year it's happened, and it was started by a couple who lost their five-month-old son to SIDS in October 2007. The event is held in honor of him and helps the family raise money for local organizations, such as the library and a new YMCA. I think charity 5K races are a wonderful idea. You donate money to a worthy cause, and you get to do something active. Plus some races give t-shirts, coupons, and other "swag". A 5K race sounds intimidating, but it's only 3 miles, which almost anyone should be able to do. Some 5K races (like today's) even have an option for you to be a "ghost runner," which means you donate and get a t-shirt but don't have to participate in the actual race. This is a great option for those who aren't feeling quite up to this distance yet. So, if you're looking for a way to contribute to your local community, and you want to do something beyond just writing a check, find a charity 5K race in your area!
Charity 5K races!
I participated in a 5K today called Sam's Sprint. This was the third year it's happened, and it was started by a couple who lost their five-month-old son to SIDS in October 2007. The event is held in honor of him and helps the family raise money for local organizations, such as the library and a new YMCA. I think charity 5K races are a wonderful idea. You donate money to a worthy cause, and you get to do something active. Plus some races give t-shirts, coupons, and other "swag". A 5K race sounds intimidating, but it's only 3 miles, which almost anyone should be able to do. Some 5K races (like today's) even have an option for you to be a "ghost runner," which means you donate and get a t-shirt but don't have to participate in the actual race. This is a great option for those who aren't feeling quite up to this distance yet. So, if you're looking for a way to contribute to your local community, and you want to do something beyond just writing a check, find a charity 5K race in your area!
Friday, September 28, 2012
What I'm thankful for: September 28
Today I'm thankful for...
Women's events at church!
We're starting a new series for our women's events, and I'm so excited! I love having the chance to hear from different people and gain a new perspective on things. Also, I usually get to meet new people, so that's fun! If you're a woman in the area and want to check out our event, come to Joy Church at 7 PM tonight!
Women's events at church!
We're starting a new series for our women's events, and I'm so excited! I love having the chance to hear from different people and gain a new perspective on things. Also, I usually get to meet new people, so that's fun! If you're a woman in the area and want to check out our event, come to Joy Church at 7 PM tonight!
Thursday, September 27, 2012
What I'm thankful for: September 27
Today I'm thankful for...
Belts!
I'm particularly grateful to belts on a day like today when I did not make a wise outfit decision and have been fighting with the gravity of my pants all day. No one likes to see people's cracks (and if you do, you're sick!), so I'll make sure I don't make the mistake of wearing these without a belt again!
Belts!
I'm particularly grateful to belts on a day like today when I did not make a wise outfit decision and have been fighting with the gravity of my pants all day. No one likes to see people's cracks (and if you do, you're sick!), so I'll make sure I don't make the mistake of wearing these without a belt again!
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
What I'm thankful for: September 26
Today I'm thankful for...
Bowling!
A couple of weeks ago my church's college and career singles group (which I'm still in until I'm a married woman) had a bowling night. Will and I didn't really want to go at first, but we, along with my brother, went thinking we would just hang out for a little bit.
We bowled five games. In a row.
I always forget how much fun bowling is! For a little over $14 per person, we were able to bowl unlimited games for 2 hours, and our snazzy rental shoes were also included. It was a cheap date night and it was more active than me falling asleep on the couch while Will watches TV, makes paracord bracelets, etc, which is what's been happening lately. Getting old is rough!
Bowling!
A couple of weeks ago my church's college and career singles group (which I'm still in until I'm a married woman) had a bowling night. Will and I didn't really want to go at first, but we, along with my brother, went thinking we would just hang out for a little bit.
We bowled five games. In a row.
I always forget how much fun bowling is! For a little over $14 per person, we were able to bowl unlimited games for 2 hours, and our snazzy rental shoes were also included. It was a cheap date night and it was more active than me falling asleep on the couch while Will watches TV, makes paracord bracelets, etc, which is what's been happening lately. Getting old is rough!
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
What I'm thankful for: September 25
Today I'm thankful for...
Spell check!
Although I consider myself a relatively competent speller (although I'm no spelling bee champ), there are times when certain words just flat out stymie me. And, it's usually not a difficult word either. It's usually something like rabbit (2 b's? 2 t's? Both? I don't know!!). Thankfully, almost all websites now have a spell check feature, so when I get confused about a word, I just type it and wait for that little red squiggle to tell me I'm wrong. Even databases and search engines are on the spell check train, asking me "did I mean..." So, thank you spell check for making me seem smarter than I really am.
For some reason, today's post reminds me of Jimmy Fallon's "Thank You Notes" segment...
Spell check!
Although I consider myself a relatively competent speller (although I'm no spelling bee champ), there are times when certain words just flat out stymie me. And, it's usually not a difficult word either. It's usually something like rabbit (2 b's? 2 t's? Both? I don't know!!). Thankfully, almost all websites now have a spell check feature, so when I get confused about a word, I just type it and wait for that little red squiggle to tell me I'm wrong. Even databases and search engines are on the spell check train, asking me "did I mean..." So, thank you spell check for making me seem smarter than I really am.
For some reason, today's post reminds me of Jimmy Fallon's "Thank You Notes" segment...
Monday, September 24, 2012
What I'm thankful for: September 24
Today I'm thankful for...
Punctuation!
Today is National Punctuation Day, and on this day, I am reminded of the importance of punctuation, no matter how large or small it may seem. After all, the difference between: "let's eat, Grandma!" and "let's eat Grandma!" is pretty substantial!
Happy Punctuation Day! Now, go forth and use a semi-colon!
Punctuation!
Today is National Punctuation Day, and on this day, I am reminded of the importance of punctuation, no matter how large or small it may seem. After all, the difference between: "let's eat, Grandma!" and "let's eat Grandma!" is pretty substantial!
Happy Punctuation Day! Now, go forth and use a semi-colon!
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