Oh my....where do I even begin.....
So as many of you know I have set a goal....(achievable with great difficulty and dedication) and as you can tell by my posts that I have been giving this an honest go....what you may not know is, I am signed up for Fitness Theory and Group Fitness Leadership with Fitness New Brunswick! I know eh....
This may not lead to anything other than just seeing if I can do it! And I love motivating others and encouraging others to do what they can and help them eliminate their excuses, so I figured why not! I have nothing to lose and everything to gain (unless we are talking weight here). I was watching the class times and locations closely and trying to justify going away for the weekend and forking out some serious cash to take this course (travel, hotel, food...) I kept putting it off and it was just merely a dream. During a quiet day at the office I decided to check out their website one more time....just to day dream a bit... and what would you know....The course was offered right here in little PEI!!!! There I just had an excuse taken away from me....so I have to do it!!
I realize I have a lot to work on with myself, but I plan on Eating Clean and Training Dirty!! I have been going pretty strong in the last month. Usually putting in some sort of activity every day. I have set a goal to do a minimum of 30 minutes per day of something.... I would love to have a personal trainer to train with every day, but the old bank account doesn't allow for that. I am going to do my best with what I have! Hopefully it will work out in the end! : )
I decided to take another Fit Camp at Naturally Fit and had the dreaded measurements taken.....WOW what a reality check that was! I was/am a little discouraged at how far I still have to go with my fitness/weight loss goals.....But this will just add to my motivation to do it.
I have a wonderful group of people to keep me going and will help me stay on track and stay true to my word.
I just had a challenge directed my way to run a half marathon....This I am pondering, but at the same time seriously considering. I have accomplished a lot in the last year, more than I had ever thought I could in a lifetime! So, I am still up in the air, but will begin "training" in the spring. I have some runners who would like to run their first half marathon too, so it would end up being a very emotional first for everyone!
On a lighter note, I have a room at the Delta booked to host Ladies Only Poker Night and to cross off another item on the 30 before 30 list....Time seems to be running out.
I will be 30 September 13.....eeeekkksss...
So back on track with a mind set to EAT CLEAN and TRAIN DIRTY. (with a few exceptions....I am only human)
Much love and I will be back to tell you all about the poker night....which reminds me....I have to learn how to play poker! :)
Friday, 10 February 2012
Thursday, 1 December 2011
Updated List
30 Things to do before I am 30 - Revised List
1. Pin-up Model Photoshoot
2. Mechanical Bull Ride
2. Mechanical Bull Ride
3. Take my parents out to dinner
4. Eat "Clean" for a day (no processed foods)
6. Take a cooking class
7. Go one full day without technology
10. Take a trip Down South (this has been changed back to going to the Calgary Stampede!)
11. Visit a Strip Club with my Besties
12. Play Poker
13. Buy an expensive bottle of wine
14. Surprise someone
15. Have a pajama girls night with my little ones at a hotel!!
16. Write a letter to my future self
17. Bake a cake for someone special
18. Encourage others to set and succeed at reaching their goals
19. Drop 20 lbs
20. Go one full day with no coffee!
21. Go Fishing (eeeewwww)
23. Buy a Bathing Suit.....??
24. Write a blog about my 30 before 30 journey
25. Milk a cow with Angela Flood
27. Get a massage
28. Waxing!! Eeekkk Ouch!
29. Learn something new
30. Visit a museum
Tuesday, 22 November 2011
#8 Crossed Off. I completed my very first 5 km race in the PEI Marathon
WOW! What a feeling this is to finally have this crossed off my list!
I showed up nervous.....you know, the kind of nervousness that you feel like you could puke. I didn't know a sole, nor did I know how to put my chip on my sneaker properly or pin my bib on properly. I had my awesome Naturally Fit t-shirt on and my awesome purple and black tights.....which turns out didn't match very well at all!!
So I get there in my mis-matched outfit, beyond nervous.....don't know a sole there.....no one there to cheer me on.....(I thought it was a pretty big deal....but maybe I was wrong) Anyway, I did spot a familiar face. One of the teachers from the daycare my daughters go was there, and she was running in her very first 5 km race too. Phew, at least it was someone to start with and it really helped me not to run away!
We make our way to the starting position.....The only thing I could think of was, I hope I don't have to pee....I have my gum...and Oh my God, what in the hell was I thinking!! I get outside and see just one giant sea of people.....so again panic set in and it was really hard to convince myself not to run and hide.
We strategically planned to start in the middle.....blend in? Nope I figured if I started in the front I would get run over by all the "racers" and if I was at the end, I would get lost if I fell behind.....so the middle is where I stood.....Nervous and excited all at once......and the horn blew and people took off running......again I panicked....I thought I was going to throw up and I felt like my feet were glued to the pavement...... I totally forgot how to run, let alone move my legs! haha
That quickly passed and I was off trotting along.....again thinking what the hell am I doing, there is no way I can do this.........I quickly changed my state of mind and thought of all the runners in my running group that I am now leading. How are they supposed to listen to my advice and encouragement if I can't even do this 5 km race. What kind of leader would that be. That is when I told myself I have to do it. I need to do this! I have my running group as my motivation. I set out with a goal to run from start to finish, and with the exception of an untied shoe lace, that is exactly what I did! I ran the whole race!
I was so focused on not falling as I was approaching the finish line that I didn't even hear them calling my name! There was people everywhere cheering me on, people who didn't even know me. Wistling, hooting and yelling out Great Job!! Way to go! That was the extra push I needed to pick up the pace and sail across that wonderful finish line. I finished my very first 5 km race in 31 minutes and 28 seconds! WOW
I was super nervous and had no idea at all what to expect. I was overwhelmed with the amount of people there to run in the PEI Marathon. I totally felt like I did not belong! But after a few deep breaths I noticed that I was not the only one who was running their very first 5 km. I may have been the only one there who was running for the very first time ALONE!
So I get there in my mis-matched outfit, beyond nervous.....don't know a sole there.....no one there to cheer me on.....(I thought it was a pretty big deal....but maybe I was wrong) Anyway, I did spot a familiar face. One of the teachers from the daycare my daughters go was there, and she was running in her very first 5 km race too. Phew, at least it was someone to start with and it really helped me not to run away!
We make our way to the starting position.....The only thing I could think of was, I hope I don't have to pee....I have my gum...and Oh my God, what in the hell was I thinking!! I get outside and see just one giant sea of people.....so again panic set in and it was really hard to convince myself not to run and hide.
We strategically planned to start in the middle.....blend in? Nope I figured if I started in the front I would get run over by all the "racers" and if I was at the end, I would get lost if I fell behind.....so the middle is where I stood.....Nervous and excited all at once......and the horn blew and people took off running......again I panicked....I thought I was going to throw up and I felt like my feet were glued to the pavement...... I totally forgot how to run, let alone move my legs! haha
That quickly passed and I was off trotting along.....again thinking what the hell am I doing, there is no way I can do this.........I quickly changed my state of mind and thought of all the runners in my running group that I am now leading. How are they supposed to listen to my advice and encouragement if I can't even do this 5 km race. What kind of leader would that be. That is when I told myself I have to do it. I need to do this! I have my running group as my motivation. I set out with a goal to run from start to finish, and with the exception of an untied shoe lace, that is exactly what I did! I ran the whole race!
Waiting at the end of the finish line was a very good friend, co-worker and motivator. She gave be a big tearful hug and simply said, You Did It! and she was right I did it. I freakin' just ran my first 5 km race! Holding back tears I gave her the biggest hug. She knew how big of a deal this was, she seen the struggles and was right by my side pushing through just as hard as I was with the training leading up to this race. She wasn't able to run in this race with me, but I will be running by her side next year as she completes her 5km goal in the PEI Marathon.
I also had the opportunity to stand at the finish line and watch as others crossed that milestone of their own. What a feeling that was! There were sisters crossing the line hand in hand, husband and wife crossing the line hand in hand, the tears, the triumph, and the sense of accomplishment were more that words could ever describe. I soon found tears coming to my eyes as I seen the emotions as they crossed the finish. I was there standing all alone, smiling, tearing up with happiness and joy just watching everyone else cross that line.
Next year, even if you will not be participating in the PEI Marathon events, I strongly recommend you take the opportunity to cheer on some of the runners and take in the awesome feeling of being a part of their big deal! You never know, they may be running alone too, and your cheers will mean as much to them as they did to me.
Sunday, 2 October 2011
Inspirational 5km Attempt
Wow! My very first attempt at a 5 km race will be one I will never forget. I was very honored to be a part of the most spirited team "Stacey's Angels". Together as a team we raised over $5000 for breast cancer research. The CIBC Run for the cure will be something I will continue.
I volunteered for this event as well as took part in the run. My volunteer position was at the "Survivor" table. And I am lost for words. I managed to hold back tears while helping the survivors find their shirt and get them ready for the run. It was the hardest thing I have had to do in a long time, but their positive attitude and strength was something out of this world. Young and old were there, women who are fighting their battle and some who have won this battle. Truly breath taking hearing some of their stories. The strength of these women is more than words can describe.
One of the most memorable quotes from a Survivor was "I was here last year, I am here this year, and I will be back next year, and many more after." I really wanted to give each and everyone of them a big hug!
I ran my first 5 km race for Stacey, and I ran my first 5 km race in memory of some very special people who have lost their battle with this disease. I ran my first 5 km race in hopes that my little girls will never have to fear Breast Cancer and I ran for my future.
Wow, it is hard to hold back the tears now! This was definitely an experience I will cherish for ever.
I started off well and ran as much as I could, I did stop on 2 occasions for a quick breather, but pushed through. It was a little tougher than I had anticipated, but I tried to push through. I am very proud of my accomplishments today! I crossed the finish line with a burst of energy that was given by a family member who was looking for me so we could cross the line together. She made me find the last little bit of strength and we sprinted to the finish line. I managed to cross that line around the 30 minute mark. I was so overwhelmed that I forgot to pay attention to the time!
I now know that the 5 km race I set as my goal in the PEI Marathon in 2 weeks is something that I can conquer! I have so much inspiration from the Run for the Cure that I know I can do this. I plan on running as much as I can in the next 2 weeks and crossing that finish line with a huge smile on my face.
I volunteered for this event as well as took part in the run. My volunteer position was at the "Survivor" table. And I am lost for words. I managed to hold back tears while helping the survivors find their shirt and get them ready for the run. It was the hardest thing I have had to do in a long time, but their positive attitude and strength was something out of this world. Young and old were there, women who are fighting their battle and some who have won this battle. Truly breath taking hearing some of their stories. The strength of these women is more than words can describe.
One of the most memorable quotes from a Survivor was "I was here last year, I am here this year, and I will be back next year, and many more after." I really wanted to give each and everyone of them a big hug!
I ran my first 5 km race for Stacey, and I ran my first 5 km race in memory of some very special people who have lost their battle with this disease. I ran my first 5 km race in hopes that my little girls will never have to fear Breast Cancer and I ran for my future.
Wow, it is hard to hold back the tears now! This was definitely an experience I will cherish for ever.
I started off well and ran as much as I could, I did stop on 2 occasions for a quick breather, but pushed through. It was a little tougher than I had anticipated, but I tried to push through. I am very proud of my accomplishments today! I crossed the finish line with a burst of energy that was given by a family member who was looking for me so we could cross the line together. She made me find the last little bit of strength and we sprinted to the finish line. I managed to cross that line around the 30 minute mark. I was so overwhelmed that I forgot to pay attention to the time!
I now know that the 5 km race I set as my goal in the PEI Marathon in 2 weeks is something that I can conquer! I have so much inspiration from the Run for the Cure that I know I can do this. I plan on running as much as I can in the next 2 weeks and crossing that finish line with a huge smile on my face.
Wednesday, 14 September 2011
#5 Is Cossed off!!! I now have a Tattoo
Slowly getting through my 30 before 30 list and loving every minute of it. Number 5 is now officially crossed off.
I have a permanent mark on my body which will never go away! A mark that I am very proud of and honored to have on me.
The experience was nothing that I had expected, but one that I will always remember. I was freaked, as in I wanted to throw up because I was so scared and nervous all at the same time. Anxiety was running high. I really wanted to chicken out as she was setting up......But I figured since I drove 45 minutes to get here and she was giving up a Sunday to ink me I better go through with it. When I climbed up on the bed I took a deep breath and there was no turning back.
The sound of the tattoo gun was mearly a whisper, thank goodness!!! She had a new "quiet" machine, so the sound didn't scare me off. I was actually very surprised it was so quiet compared to some that I have heard. I told her I was very nervous and a tiny bit scared, so she said don't worry it feels like this and the needle was in!.......
Well I didn't jump scream or even cry, It really didn't hurt........I thought ok not bad I can do this. So I try to lay there still and not breath.....didn't want to mess her up, but turns out you really need to breath! hahaha. Did you ever notice just how hard it is to stay still when you have to? I twitched and jittered all while telling myself to just stay still!
Well the outline wasn't bad, hurt a bit more on the front side than the back side, but just as the pain and stinging was getting a bit much the needle would stop and she would re position. I almost came to the point that I dreaded when she turned it back on, but the usual small talk kept my mind off it.
During our small talk, I ask what is the worst place to tattoo on the body........and her answer......right here! Umm, awkward......Sorry! Turns out that on the ribs or side in general the artists hands don't have much room, there are arms and legs in the way! lol None the less she did a fantastic job.
The pain was bearable, not bad as I said the front side hurt a bit more but we were finished of the outline and the wings. Time for Pink! OUCH!!! So turns out that the coloring hurts the most, if you could have seen some of the faces I was making! Oh man did that part hurt! I is essentially coloring your skin with a needle with out stopping when it starts to hurt! But thankfully it didn't last very long! We were finished and it is fantastic! I love it.
Griffen Dunsmore-Rodgerson was my tattoo artist and she is amazingly talented! If you ever want a great tattoo I definitely recommend heading to Summerside and asking for Griffen at Artists Ink on Water Street! Awesome! Fantastic people there! This is my first tattoo and it may not be my last!
I chose this tattoo in honor of my Grandmother Kay Getson and my Great Grandmother Olive Arsentault who have both lost their battle with breast cancer, and it is also for everyone who is fighting this awful disease with great spirit and strength. I hope that someday there is a cure for this and it will not be something that my daughters will have to worry about.
I designed this tattoo from a few different pictures.....I cut and pasted together....and by cut and paste I mean I printed off pictures cut them out of paper and taped them together! lol Griffen didn't mind, although she did laugh a little at my artistic ability, which was no where close to hers! She did an amazing job with my tattoo. Thank you Griffen. Much Love!
The experience was nothing that I had expected, but one that I will always remember. I was freaked, as in I wanted to throw up because I was so scared and nervous all at the same time. Anxiety was running high. I really wanted to chicken out as she was setting up......But I figured since I drove 45 minutes to get here and she was giving up a Sunday to ink me I better go through with it. When I climbed up on the bed I took a deep breath and there was no turning back.
The sound of the tattoo gun was mearly a whisper, thank goodness!!! She had a new "quiet" machine, so the sound didn't scare me off. I was actually very surprised it was so quiet compared to some that I have heard. I told her I was very nervous and a tiny bit scared, so she said don't worry it feels like this and the needle was in!.......
Well I didn't jump scream or even cry, It really didn't hurt........I thought ok not bad I can do this. So I try to lay there still and not breath.....didn't want to mess her up, but turns out you really need to breath! hahaha. Did you ever notice just how hard it is to stay still when you have to? I twitched and jittered all while telling myself to just stay still!
Well the outline wasn't bad, hurt a bit more on the front side than the back side, but just as the pain and stinging was getting a bit much the needle would stop and she would re position. I almost came to the point that I dreaded when she turned it back on, but the usual small talk kept my mind off it.
During our small talk, I ask what is the worst place to tattoo on the body........and her answer......right here! Umm, awkward......Sorry! Turns out that on the ribs or side in general the artists hands don't have much room, there are arms and legs in the way! lol None the less she did a fantastic job.
Griffen Dunsmore-Rodgerson was my tattoo artist and she is amazingly talented! If you ever want a great tattoo I definitely recommend heading to Summerside and asking for Griffen at Artists Ink on Water Street! Awesome! Fantastic people there! This is my first tattoo and it may not be my last!
I designed this tattoo from a few different pictures.....I cut and pasted together....and by cut and paste I mean I printed off pictures cut them out of paper and taped them together! lol Griffen didn't mind, although she did laugh a little at my artistic ability, which was no where close to hers! She did an amazing job with my tattoo. Thank you Griffen. Much Love!
Friday, 9 September 2011
My Papa
My Papa, was a man of humor. No little child nor adult was with out being tricked into the "pull my finger" gag. A jokester at his best, there was never a time I don't remember him reciting a joke or two.
Those big blue eyes lit up every time he seen his grandchildren. His loving hugs spoke louder than words. He was a great man in many ways. He could hold a grudge like no other, but at the same time he always held a special place in his heart for animals. He worked many hours at the Humane Society and frequently checked in on the animals. He was a man with lots of wisdom and love to share.
Born In: O'Leary, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Born: January 4th, 1932
Passed in: O'Leary, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Passed on: August 16th, 2011
Those big blue eyes lit up every time he seen his grandchildren. His loving hugs spoke louder than words. He was a great man in many ways. He could hold a grudge like no other, but at the same time he always held a special place in his heart for animals. He worked many hours at the Humane Society and frequently checked in on the animals. He was a man with lots of wisdom and love to share.
Born In: O'Leary, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Born: January 4th, 1932
Passed in: O'Leary, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Passed on: August 16th, 2011
Rodgerson
Peacefully at Community Hospital, O'Leary on Tuesday Aug. 16, 2011 of Alfred William Rodgerson, Unionvale, aged 79, veteran of the Korean War, beloved husband of Theresa (Arsenault). Born in O'Leary on Jan. 4, 1932, Alfred was the son of the late George and Rillie (Bernard) Rodgerson. Dear father to Gloria Warren, Bangor, PE; Dorothy (Ron) Ramsay, Montrose; Judy Rodgerson, O'Leary; Lynda Rodgerson, Charlottetown; Tracy (David) Bruce, Charlottetown; Rhonda Rodgerson, O'Leary and Eric (Griffen) Rodgerson, Summerside. Loving Papa to 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Dear brother to Glen (Kay), Freetown; Gordon (Eva), Unionvale and Lorne Rodgerson, Cascumpec. Alfred is also survived by in laws Dot Rodgerson, Unionvale; Olga Rodgerson, Charlottetown and Viola Rodgerson, Yorkton, Sask. Predeceased by parents, sister Isabel Harvey, brothers Fred, Leroy, Emmerson, son in law John Warren and infant son John Alfred. Alfred will be greatly missed by all his family and friends, especially by Russell Veniot, Kelly Clements and Clarence Brown. Resting at Ferguson Funeral Home and Chapel, O'Leary. In keeping with Alfred's personal request there will be no visitation or service. Private family graveside service will be held at a later date in Knutsford Cemetery. In memory of Alfred, memorials to O'Leary Community Health Foundation would be appreciated.
Peacefully at Community Hospital, O'Leary on Tuesday Aug. 16, 2011 of Alfred William Rodgerson, Unionvale, aged 79, veteran of the Korean War, beloved husband of Theresa (Arsenault). Born in O'Leary on Jan. 4, 1932, Alfred was the son of the late George and Rillie (Bernard) Rodgerson. Dear father to Gloria Warren, Bangor, PE; Dorothy (Ron) Ramsay, Montrose; Judy Rodgerson, O'Leary; Lynda Rodgerson, Charlottetown; Tracy (David) Bruce, Charlottetown; Rhonda Rodgerson, O'Leary and Eric (Griffen) Rodgerson, Summerside. Loving Papa to 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Dear brother to Glen (Kay), Freetown; Gordon (Eva), Unionvale and Lorne Rodgerson, Cascumpec. Alfred is also survived by in laws Dot Rodgerson, Unionvale; Olga Rodgerson, Charlottetown and Viola Rodgerson, Yorkton, Sask. Predeceased by parents, sister Isabel Harvey, brothers Fred, Leroy, Emmerson, son in law John Warren and infant son John Alfred. Alfred will be greatly missed by all his family and friends, especially by Russell Veniot, Kelly Clements and Clarence Brown. Resting at Ferguson Funeral Home and Chapel, O'Leary. In keeping with Alfred's personal request there will be no visitation or service. Private family graveside service will be held at a later date in Knutsford Cemetery. In memory of Alfred, memorials to O'Leary Community Health Foundation would be appreciated.
Wednesday, 3 August 2011
Update: 30 Before 30
Not much crossed off......
I am still working on the 5 km run. I have been training for the last few weeks and I am loving it.
The cleanse was rather uneventful. The tattoo shall be done the end of this month. And I think for my birthday party this year it will be Poker with the ladies......
30 Things to do before I am 30
1. Pin-up Model Photoshoot ?
2. Mechanical Bull Ride
2. Mechanical Bull Ride
3. Take my parents out to dinner
4. Eat "Clean" for a day (no processed foods)
6. Take a cooking class
7. Go one full day without technology
8. Complete a 5k walk/run/jog
10. Take a trip Down South
11. Visit a Strip Club with my Besties
12. Play Poker
13. Buy an expensive bottle of wine
14. Surprise someone
15. Have a pajama girls night with my little ones at a hotel!!
16. Write a letter to my future self
17. Bake a cake for someone special
18. Encourage others to set and succeed at reaching their goals
19. Drop 20 lbs
20. Go one full day with no coffee!
21. Go Fishing (eeeewwww)
23. Call my sister more
25. Milk a cow with Angela Flood
26. Start an emergency fund
27. Get a massage
28. Waxing!! Eeekkk Ouch!
29. Learn something new
30. Visit a museum
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