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Monday, April 19, 2010
Seriously Outdated!
It's late. It's quiet. It's about time for me to write an update on this clan!
It's been a whirlwind winter into spring! Christmas took us over the river and through the woods to Ontario (Oregon) to spend the holiday with my family. We enjoyed some snow on our way. The kids loved having some time off school!
I really don't know where the time has gone since then! The days, weeks, and months have slipped by in a flurry of laundry days, Crossfit workouts, walks to and from school, church lessons and homework assignments (the kids', not mine). We are a busy group to say the least!
I've recently picked up a book called, Run Like a Mother. It's by two "Mommy-Marathoners" who collaboratively wrote about their own journeys as runners and moms. It's been very inspiring and entertaining to read about how they've managed families and a thirst for running. I must clarify--I am NOT a runner. Yes, I run, but only as a part of my Crossfit workouts. Occasionally, those workouts are 5k runs! So, I run. It's more like plodding along sometimes. These legs just don't want to be lithe and swift. It's not in the genes, I'm afraid! It's a great read and is transferable to any sport, I would think. I know I've learned a lot about how to approach my own workouts. For example, I've never been much for the feeling of nausea. :) Who, in their right mind is?? Well, I don't let myself get to that point in a workout. I fear the pukie bucket, yet, I've never once had to buddy up to it during a workout. How do I know what it would take to get me to that point if I've never tried? Well, I've decided that it's time I become familiar with my limits, instead of shying away from pain and discomfort, I "run" toward it. Still working on it, but that's my goal.
Several months ago, as part of Crossfit, everyone had to set three long term (6 months or more) goals to work toward. My three goals were: Be able to do 3 unassisted pull-ups, run 800 meters in 4 minutes, and be able to use the 20" box for box jumps. I have met all three of these goals!! AND I am able to do several double-unders (jumping rope) in a row! I can do about five pull-ups, run an 800m in 3:53, and do about 16 box jumps on the 20" in a minute! Wa-Hooooo!!
I'll have to check to see if I have any Crossfit pics I could post.....
Kids are growing like crazy! Everett is taller than I am! The girls are gorgeous and sassy with their big brown eyes and smarty-pants attitudes! I love them all!!
It's been a whirlwind winter into spring! Christmas took us over the river and through the woods to Ontario (Oregon) to spend the holiday with my family. We enjoyed some snow on our way. The kids loved having some time off school!
I really don't know where the time has gone since then! The days, weeks, and months have slipped by in a flurry of laundry days, Crossfit workouts, walks to and from school, church lessons and homework assignments (the kids', not mine). We are a busy group to say the least!
I've recently picked up a book called, Run Like a Mother. It's by two "Mommy-Marathoners" who collaboratively wrote about their own journeys as runners and moms. It's been very inspiring and entertaining to read about how they've managed families and a thirst for running. I must clarify--I am NOT a runner. Yes, I run, but only as a part of my Crossfit workouts. Occasionally, those workouts are 5k runs! So, I run. It's more like plodding along sometimes. These legs just don't want to be lithe and swift. It's not in the genes, I'm afraid! It's a great read and is transferable to any sport, I would think. I know I've learned a lot about how to approach my own workouts. For example, I've never been much for the feeling of nausea. :) Who, in their right mind is?? Well, I don't let myself get to that point in a workout. I fear the pukie bucket, yet, I've never once had to buddy up to it during a workout. How do I know what it would take to get me to that point if I've never tried? Well, I've decided that it's time I become familiar with my limits, instead of shying away from pain and discomfort, I "run" toward it. Still working on it, but that's my goal.
Several months ago, as part of Crossfit, everyone had to set three long term (6 months or more) goals to work toward. My three goals were: Be able to do 3 unassisted pull-ups, run 800 meters in 4 minutes, and be able to use the 20" box for box jumps. I have met all three of these goals!! AND I am able to do several double-unders (jumping rope) in a row! I can do about five pull-ups, run an 800m in 3:53, and do about 16 box jumps on the 20" in a minute! Wa-Hooooo!!
I'll have to check to see if I have any Crossfit pics I could post.....
Kids are growing like crazy! Everett is taller than I am! The girls are gorgeous and sassy with their big brown eyes and smarty-pants attitudes! I love them all!!
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Tis' the Season
Everett and Lindsey Christmas 2006It seems that I function by making lists. So here is a list of my Christmas plans, events, thoughts, etc.
* Found and put up a beautiful tree. The kids decorated it by themselves! I watched. They did a great job! Now, if only they would leave it alone! There have been a few ornament casualties.
* Attended a fabulous Winter Concert at the Hult Center for Everett's school. He's a horn player in the Concert Band. I'm thoroughly amazed by the talented music leaders and students! Their jazz band could seriously record an album!
* Acted as a hostess for the Community Creche Exhibit (just walked around really). What a wonderful display! I've been to the one in Corvallis and it just makes the season right to see those beautiful nativity scenes on display.
* Made some batches of cookies to share. YUM!!
* Anxiously awaiting taking Camille to see the Nutcracker Ballet in a couple of weeks! Yay! I went to see it as a child, at the Morrison Center in Boise. I even got to meet the prima ballerina. So fun!
* Looking forward to watching Camille as Mary in the ward Christmas Pageant! AND hearing Terry play the piano for the program that night. AND performing at the Stake Christmas Program--playing prelude music with two flutist friends! (local friends come at 6:45!!)
* Excited to have a new flute! Well, new-to-me! It is solid silver and sounds lovely! I only hope that it will sound lovely to others!
* Hoping to take a trip to Ontario for Christmas! It's been seven years since we have been there for Christmas. Once, we went AFTER Christmas. Not the same. My mom is offering to cook Terry's favorites for him: Chile Colorado and fresh flour tortillas, homemade of course! I always joke that he married me for my mom's cooking. Not really a joke! ;)
* Watching my favorite Christmas movies: Elf, Home Alone, Charlie Brown Christmas, Polar Express....
What are your Holiday Favorites??
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