Yeah, I suck at sticking to things. Okay, so I've been with the same man for nearly 12 years and at the same job for 10 years, but when it comes to some things, I'm your typical, flaky Gemini.
Here's an update of my goals:
Exercising/Eating Right:
Well, I did successfully complete an 8K in March. I was the very last one and kind of sad to see there was a huge time gap between me and the person who finished before. I was two days from finally receiving medication for a third round of sinus infections I had since January. That was later followed by a fourth round which happened to co-inside with the trifecta of VIP days: Easter, my aunt-in-law's wake and funeral.
Did I mention the fact that John and Tim were sick twice too between March and April? I don't think I've ever been happier to see something go in my entire life.
Needless to say, I didn't live up to either goal. I'm back walking these last two weeks, but it might be awhile until I'm where I wanted to be by this point. I'm still as slow as molasses in January. I do have a 5K this Sunday and hope I don't embarrass myself again. But what the heck, I'm doing it. It's just SO discouraging because I SO suck at it, but it does motivate me and motivation is the key.
Let's face it, me and cooking are kind of like couch potatoes and sports. I collect and go through cookbooks and watch the Food Network. But actually use a stove? Ha! I did make a few great dishes, but we've done a few grocery store prepared meals, some fast food, some restaurants, some meals from parents and lots of Birtolli skillet meals!
Tim's done good. He loves looking and experimenting with recipes. Me, I've mostly like eating his creations.
Now, John and food is another thing that drove me crazy for weeks at a time these past few months. He either eats like a farm hand after a long day in the field or like a tiny birdy. Between growth spurts and illnesses, the poor kid doesn't know if he is coming or going!
So, I have to get back on this wagon train. Move it on along little doggies.
Photography
I have thrown myself into my 365 project. Well, honestly, some days I'm literally phoning it in (although oftentimes, those photos can be quite good!), other days I take a million shots with my DSLR and struggle to find the best.
I attended my workshop which was much more informative than my 8 week class. Things started to click from there on out. I've read quite a few books, looked through others and have a stack to read. I am tired of hearing about the triangle of ISOs, F-Stops and Shutter Speed. I know that they are like the Father, Son and Holy Ghost of Photography all working together, but enough already! Onwards and upwards.
I decided to expand my circle of subjects. I was hoping to get in an extended family shoot, but with extended families, they're lots and lots of different schedules. So, it's on the backburner right now.
I offered free photo sessions on Facebook to develop my skills and have two sessions book and am waiting to hear back on three others about a date. I'm not sure where I'll go from here, but I am super excited about taking this next step.
Finances
I will be deciding on a possible new health insurance provider as our healthcare costs are high. I do need to do the HARP 2.0, but I am fearful. Otherwise, we have honestly cut back on out food (not nearly to the extent I'd like) and other expenses, but there always seems to be a need for something.
Organizing
Are you kidding? Well, I did manage to purge my china cabinet and other glassware somewhat. We replaced our ugly rug in the living room with a nice fake wood floor. I'd like to do something to organize John's toys in our living room better. The house is in somewhat better shape than usual, but we have a long way to go.
Church
I'm wrapping up my time leading our women's ministry. I'm looking forward to the future. Unfortunately, our attendance due to illness has been a bit spotty the past few months, but I hope to be working on it over the summer.
Well, that's about it. That's what this terribly flaky Gemini has been up to.
