Random Rambles

Hey y'all!

Happy Friday!

This has been the longest short week ever! I had a respiratory virus early in the week and that has just zapped me. I'm looking forward to some rest this weekend!

Tomorrow, we'll be going to visit my brother and sister in law for my niece's 3rd birthday party. She is my mini me! I'm really excited to give her my gift. I got her the most adorable pair of running shorts and matching dri-fit top! We also got her the movie Frozen, but I'm more excited about the clothes! :-)

I finally did it! I ran! It wasn't very fast or far and wasn't very pretty, but I did it! I ran 3 ish miles in 37 minutes with some walk breaks. It was not pain free, unfortunately. I had a dull ache in my heel for the majority of the run.  Although my mind is ready, apparently my body is not. I guess I still need a little more time and rehab. I also need to find a good insert for my running shoes. I don't think I have enough arch support, which is probably a contributing factor.  But I am encouraged and more hopeful than I was a few days ago.

Another thing that's been on my mind for a few days--mean people suck! I attended my college reunion last weekend. I was genuinely happy to see everyone and truly enjoyed myself. However, some people's behavior made me realize a few things:

1. Once a mean girl, always a mean girl.

2. It doesn't take much to stir up my old insecurities.

Although I was in their group, I wasn't in their clique. And I desperately wanted to be. I just wanted to belong, to fit in, to be accepted. I probably tried too hard. I'm sure I was ostentatious and obnoxious. I probably wouldn't have liked me very much either.

I guess my expectations were way too high going to the reunion because I expected  that they would have outgrown that childishness. Boy, was I wrong! I was really upset about it for a couple of days.  I've finally come to the realization that it is their problem, not mine. I am proud of who I am. I'm proud of where I am today and what I've accomplished/overcome to get there. I am who I am and their approval is not required. I guess I need to remember to be kind to unkind people, because they need it the most. I don't know what issues they are dealing with, so I'll reserve judgement.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it!

Until next time--get up, get out, get moving and be awesome today! Have a fabulous Friday and a safe, wonderful weekend!

Your friend,

Theresa

Do you use inserts/insoles/orthotics in your running shoes?
What brand do you recommend?

Dream Big and Give Freely

Good morning folks!!

We survived another Monday!! 

It was a busy day at work, catching up from the long weekend. After work, I met my friend Rozdi for a run. It was a beautiful evening for a run, I actually wore a skirt! We did 3 miles and decided that we would run again tonight to take advantage of the unseasonably warm weather that we're having, before the next winter storm blows in. I should do 10 - 12 miles this weekend. I'm not sure how I'm going to manage that as the forecast is predicting snow and ice.  Have I mentioned lately that I really do not like winter??

I hope that you all took advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping and got some good deals!!  Now that those days are passed, I want to bring another important day to your attention. It's called Giving Tuesday and it's TODAY!! It is way too easy to commercialize Christmas. I think this is a fabulous way to get back to the true meaning of Christmas! Too many families will have to do without this holiday season. It doesn't take much and every $1 helps. Even if it is only a dollar, it is better than nothing!! I would like to encourage each and every one of you to do the same. If you're unable to donate monetarily, find other ways to give back and to reach out to those in need this holiday season. You can volunteer your time. It's free!! :)

As you know, recently I've been trying to live life to the fullest and to dream big. Well, I would say that I accomplished that yesterday. You see, on a whim, I took a chance and entered the lottery for the 2014 New York City marathon!! I don't really expect to get in, but it's kinda fun to try! I have nothing to lose and one thing is certain, I'll never know if I don't try!!

Alrighty, that's all I've got!

Have a terrific Tuesday!!

Two things Tuesday

Good morning folks! I hope that you're having a great Tuesday so far!

Just a couple of quick thoughts for the day: First, not having internet at my house sucks!! BIG TIME!!

I can get on the internet using my cell phone but the reception is spotty at best. I still haven't decided what I'm going to do for internet.

I'm leaning toward upgrading with my current provider. I wanted to pursue other options but those are limited in my area.

Currently, I have Hughesnet satellite internet. Although it is relatively reliable, it is stupidly expensive and I can't stream Netflix because it buffers all the time and I would exceed my bandwith. :-(

I thought about a wireless modem through my cell phone company, but as I mentioned, cell phone reception is poor at my house. Oh, the joys of living in the boondocks!!

Secondly, I will never understand mean people (girls). For the life of me, I cannot understand why any one would say/do things to deliberately hurt someone else. It is immature, unprofessional and counter productive. What the heck is wrong with these people? Are they so unhappy and miserable with themselves, their life, their situation, etc that they have to pick on others for sport?? Are they bored? Don't have anything better to do?? Mean people SUCK!!

OK, enough ranting! Have a fabulous day!! Be kinder than necessary today!

Be Kinder Than Necessary

Good morning y'all.

This morning, I'm grateful for all of my friends and blessings. I can't stop reflecting on all those affected by the storms of the past weekend. Life can change so quickly in just a matter of seconds. We all need to aware of that and mindful of the fact that it could happen to any of us.

I've been so touched by all the out pouring of support for those victims. It reallys renews my faith in humanity.

We're all so busy in our daily lives that it often takes a tragedy like this to make us stop what we're doing and focus on others. I firmly believe that we are meant to be more mindful of the needs of others, rather than our own. I see people on a daily basis stuggling with health issues who need help with resources. Many of them are grateful for the help that is available to them. But, there are many who don't seem to be appreciative. It saddens me to see such selfishness.  But, the fact of the matter is that is what has become of our society.

I think that the world would be a better place if we were all more sensitive to the needs of others. The only way I know to do that is to lead by example. Recently, a friend of mine challenged herself to practice a random act of kindness every day for 7 days. I think that is an excellent idea and I think that I will challenge myself to do the same.

It appears that today is going to be a beautiful day. We need that here in Oklahoma. There is just something about a sunrise that instills a sense of hope in us. It gives us faith that no matter how dark the night was, there is always light. As my good friend Marty said "a sunset in one place is always a sunrise somewhere else"

Get up, get out and make it a beautiful day!!  :-)

Have you ever performed a random act of kindness??

Has you ever been the recipient of a random act??