Monthly Archives: June 2009
Too Brain Dead to Blog
So instead of writing I’m going to use bullets… things that happened in the last four days at the American Boogie (in roughly chronological order): I got to Skydance, checked in, and found out that we had to wait for our “big” aircraft (an Otter) since the scheduled Casa didn’t show. We did two practice … Continue reading
1400 Feet and Burning Lungs
Yesterday Sean and I ventured out to Marin County to the Point Reyes National Seashore for a day of hiking. We picked a beautiful day – temps were warm but not stifling and the sun was out all day, giving us wonderful views when we made it to vista points. More photos here.
Signs of Change
Going on six months into this latest health and fitness kick, I am starting to feel like I might be making some changes I can live with. Mostly because I see myself making good choices day in and day out, and I’m not “hanging on the edge” or feeling like I’m deprived, stressed about food, … Continue reading
Busy, Silly Week
It’s a gorgeous Saturday morning and I’m still in my bathrobe and very much enjoying that level of laziness. Last weekend I was up early and out both days, and with the four days of the American Boogie at Skydance starting Thursday morning, I decided to take a weekend “off.” It won’t be totally off … Continue reading
Breezy, Bruisy Weekend
Saturday morning I got up early to do a walk / intervals around the lake before heading out to skydive. I did some intervals around the lake using benches and tables and the like, and on my way back, I finally tried the Cleveland Cascade … that adds a nice little kick to the workout!
Deep Red Bells
Last night I finally got to see someone perform that I’d been wanting to see for a while – Neko Case. I wouldn’t call myself a total fangirl, but I’ve always enjoyed her music and, particularly, her voice. I’d seen/heard her on TV and the radio, and enjoyed her sense of humor and rapport with … Continue reading
Some fine tunnel and jumping
It had been a couple weeks since the tunnel adventure with Mom and Dad, so Sean and I decided to go again on Thursday. I invited Karl to join us so I could get some (always-helpful) coaching, and he was happy to join in. Sean worked with the tunnel rat, Kris, on backflying skills, while … Continue reading
The Power of a Resolution, Kept
I’ve written a lot about the changes I’m making in health and fitness this year, but that wasn’t my “official” New Years’ Resolution. No, after going through five dental visits in about six weeks to get three crowns put on, my resolution was to floss more consistently. I’ve tried before to break the bad habit … Continue reading
I Made It Myself!
Woo hoo! I’m trying to be really happy about the table but I keep focusing on a (relatively minor) flaw that you can’t see in the photo. I had two sides to choose from for the “top” of the table. One had a slight crack, the other had a “hump” at the edge from where … Continue reading
Celebrating the Small Victories
Losing weight and staying in shape has always been a challenge for me. This time is no different, though I’m starting to feel pretty solid in the habits I’m creating. Although I’d like it to be faster (always impatient!) I’m also pretty happy with the progress I’ve made – dropping about 30 lbs since the … Continue reading