I'm Ready...Or Am I?

The past week or so has had me on a whirlwind. Work is absolutely CRAZY! We're doing our yearly store reset and I've been preparing for an inventory that is tomorrow. I've managed to squeeze in time to run and its been cool. I took a couple of days off because Monday when I ran, my shin started bothering me really bad. I went out this morning and had a pain free run. The weather couldn't have been better and with me not having to go to work until late, I could take my time and soak it all in.
Lately I've been back and fourth with the thought of hitting the dating scene. While running I pondered it some more. With friends going through divorce and breakups and others in relationship bliss, I wonder is it my time. I have grown accustom to my duvet keeping me warm at night, waking up at 5am to go run and not have anyone other than myself hindering me, and discussing relationships with my homeboys when I crave the debate. When I seek out a relationship of course physical plays a role, not a Grammy award winning part, but something more along the lines of supporting actor. I've grown to learn that the nice body somewhere along the line sucks up the mind's brain cells and mama's old warning of "everything that looks good, aint good" holds tried and true. Also I've come to find that the finest, most successful man can have the BIGGEST insecurities. I strive more for what you can bring to the table. God forbid anything go wrong in my world and I don't have a partner that can support me physically or financially. If the tables were turned I'd most definitely oblige. I am also very particular of the men that B is around. Every male figure in his life possesses exemplary characteristics so I would not expect any less from a mate.
I love love. I love the affection and spontaneity that goes along with it all. I can take the good with the bad but I question myself of my uncertainties. If this is something I want I should be 100% sure right?

Couch Potato & Table Dance

It was a cold, dreary, rainy Fall day but thank God it's to an end. This week has certainly been stressful and I'm glad tomorrow I finally get to see an off day! My plans for the weekend....lay around all day in my favorite Juicy Couture sweatshirt and REST. Well, I checked out a couple of books out from the library earlier this week so I'll attempt to read them both as opposed to letting them hold down my duvet. No running, no work, no nothing, nada. I'll resume training on Sunday morning but please believe I am sore with every step I take. But not as sore as this chick!

Win 1 for the Terrain

This morning I set out at 5:30 fueled with motivation. I mentally mapped out my path last night so off I went. I set my iPod workout to a 5K run just to see if my path would measure up. I learned about .50 km of the way that there is a HUGE difference in treadmill v. terrain. So I pressed on adjusting myself and deciding this was going to be a jog/walk morning. I didn't let that sike me out but as I continued running I realized I had made a horrible decision on my path, a lot of grass. I should have mapped it out a little earlier. Needless to say it wasn't smooth sailing. Once I got through my neighborhood I opted for the running trail in the park which should have been my first choice. I finished off my 3 miles there in about 50 mins running at an average 8:21 min/km. My spirits were down the whole jog/walk but I will continue to train. I felt absolutely defeat....by nature! I evaluated this morning as I finished my run

• I'm back to baby steps. The ease I worked up on the treadmill months ago is going to have to now be applied to the pavement
• I have to work on my breathing b/c I am getting winded too quick
• I have 12 weeks, calm down....

Day 3

....Yes I'm still running.....The fire hasn't turned into a flame just yet. Tomorrow morning, bright and early, I am going to tackle the pavement. Last week I set my Nike+ to a 12 week 5K training program and tomorrow it has me set for a goal of 4 miles. Yesterday I exceeded the 3 mile goal it set by .52. I'm interested to compare the tread v. the pavement. Of course the pavement is going to help me push harder but how much? My doctor appointment is set for next Wednesday and I've found a Toys for Tots run in the early part of December I would like to participate in. Once I send the entry form in(and pay the $10 reg. fee) that will seal the deal. My throat has been scratchy and dry the past couple of days and work has me EXTRA stressed so I'm calling it a night because that combination makes for a horrible cold if I let it.

"Why Must I Cry"

This is a HILARIOUS video!!! I feel Reh Dogg's as I cry laughing at this!!! Please check out YouTube for more laughter entertainment

Mission 13.1

Over the past few days I've been doing a little research on marathon training. I'm excited and focused! I've set in my mind that this is something I can totally accomplish. I've decided to participate in a local 5k in January and I've sent out inquires about volunteering at a couple of others at the end of this year. I've also taken the past few days off from working out and honestly it's killing me. Running the treadmill is my release but I decided to go hard on Sunday. My boss unfortunately felt my wrath this morning on conference call but he deserved it...I'm fortunate to have a beautiful park and a trail literally outside my front door so once I decide to run the pavement I'm set. I'm still eating right and remain sugar free. I got a good recommendation for a general practitioner so my next step is a visit to the doctor :(

Hump Day Randomness

Thank God it's Wednesday and I was thinking it:

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"That One"....Really?
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Was I the only one fighting sleep while watching that debate....yawn
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Can one really be in love with a phone?
Loving the BB Curve!!!
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I want to run a Half Marathon in March
Can I really do this?
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Did I really just spend $90 on groceries...
@ WAL-MART?
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It's time to invest in a passport,
because when I take a vacay it's gonna be NO joke!
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Seriously....Can I run 13.1 miles in under 7hrs?!?!?!?!?!?!

I really want to do the marathon and I'm determined to start training for it. Time to get off the treadmill and on the pavement! I need serious advice so I am open to it all! HELP(before I regain my sanity)!!! I'll keep everyone posted and keep me in your prayers!