Laundry?

Post college, I lived in an apartment for about 4 years. While I truly loved my place, I absolutely dreaded carting my laundry down 4 floors to the building laundry room. I was always needing quarters, and needed to time my loads so that I didn't run the risk of someone taking my stuff out! 

When we bought our house it came with a working washer and dryer. Woohoo!! It still makes me so happy to have my own laundry machines. I don't mind throwing a load in. I am thankful for the luxury that I realize not everyone has. And even more thankful for the ability in my life to buy the clothes that I need. 

Now if only I was thankful to fold laundry...!!

volunteering at my old Middle School

My godmother is the middle school band director at the same school i went to 14 years ago. She was teaching choir when i was there, but has now moved into band. Between her and the band director I had at the time, they created the most amazing memories I have. The two of them are part of the reason I became a music teacher, and band director. They were so influential on my life. So over my spring break this year, I thought it would be great to head back to my old school and volunteer and help out with my godmom. It was a great day. I helped with a bunch of small groups of students getting ready for solo and ensemble contest in a few weeks. And I think I made the day a little smoother for my godmother. I also know how excited she was to have me come in! 

I am thankful for the teachers that shaped me and felt wonderful to pay it back!

spring break feels nice

Spent my first day of spring break relaxing. Had a plan of some school yearbook work, and cleaning.. but that did not happen! instead, I watched netflix, relaxed, and had a great day! First time i got dressed was when i headed to swimming at 7pm! :-) Not very often i get to do that. I am thankful for netflix!

First in age group!

Sunday morning I competed in an indoor triathlon, run by our local triathlon club. I went into it with just a goal of going hard, not getting injured and seeing how i did! I always feel pretty strong about my swim, and picked a lane mate I am used to swimming with. (thanks EJ!) We had a 3rd girl in our lane, but she was easy to swim with.

After a pretty solid swim (1175 meters in 20 min, i was aiming for 1200) had a pretty solid bike (9 miles in 20 min) So it was time for the run. My least favorite part! But after a few laps around the indoor track, i settled in and felt pretty strong. I knew i just needed to keep it up for 20 min!

In the end, i pushed myself and felt pretty good. best part.... actually placed in my age group! 1st place in the 30-49 females! WOOHOO Now i realize the results aren't important, its more about how i feel, and personal times/distances. But it still feels nice to get a certificate recognizing a great performance!!

Regular Saturdays

I love Saturdays. Especially Saturday mornings. It's usually the day I get the most done. This Saturday was nothing special in the long run, but so much made me happy that I was kinda on a high all day!! 

Started with a great swim practice, breakfast at one of my favorite places, buying cycling shoes, bike workout, then my favorite 3 year olds bday! It was a busy day, but enjoyable! Super excited about my new bike shoes, can't wait to put them to good use!! Thankful for the opportunity to do things I enjoy!! 

Spring break

Today was a good day. And there's not much more to say than, I am thankful for spring break!!  I am looking forward to using the time to relax, and get some work done as well as some workouts! 

Tonight I am also thankful for friends to eat sushi with and see plays at Cleveland playhouse!!!

Running with friends

Thursday I brought in the first day of spring with a 5am 5 mile run with one of my closest friends! I appreciate her friendship and support because I know my running speed is no where near hers, but she runs with me anyways! She has helped me tremendously and as long as I keep working at it, I should continue to get faster!! 

I am thankful for her presence in my life, as well as the weather starting to warm enough to allow 5am outdoor runs!!