The Gift That Keeps On Giving

Yesterday was my 27th birthday.  It feels weird to say it.  Birthdays always get us thinking about our lives.  I can honestly say that I'm pleased with what I have accomplished up to this point in my life and I'm happy and content with where I am in my life right now.  I have been making healthier choices lately with my meals and workouts and for the first time in a very long time, I think I'll actually stick this one out.  I can't count on my little family's 8 hands combined, the number of times I've said, "OK, Monday I'm starting fresh", or "Monday is a new day", or "I'm going to work out everyday next week".

I had a wonderful day yesterday.  Life went on as it normally does on a Friday except that Jon decided to take more time away from school to be with me and help with the kids.  Then we left our kids with his parents and our night together began.  First, he surprised me with my birthday present--a trip to Runner's Corner for a new pair of shoes!  I was hoping he'd do this.  As far as I'm concerned, running shoes are one of the best presents.  With a fresh pair of shoes, the motivation immediately increases and the mind dreams of what can be accomplished.

I didn't get to take my new shoes out today.  Monday.  Monday they'll go for their first run.

I went with the Asics Gel Nimbus 11.