I don’t know about you but these last few weeks of school have been tough! The schedule is absolutely packed with events and things to do. I love it, sure, but I am wiped out!
Sunday
- Cardio: 3.32 miles, walking
Happy Mother’s Day!
We planned for a mostly low-key day. I went for a walk, while the boys picked up donuts from my favorite place.
We got sushi for lunch, after I took A shopping for a rain and puffy jacket for Philmont. And then we headed out to the Hot Air Balloon Festival! This is the third time I’ve tried to go, and weather has always canceled the event. This time, all systems were a go!
Monday
Cardio: 6.1 miles, running + 2.39 miles, walking
We got home super late, and getting up was the last thing I wanted to do. But I did.
From there, it was a big catch up day. When you play all weekend, work needs to get done.
Tuesday
- Cardio: 1.95 miles, walking
My only excuse for the low miles is that we had A’s letter ceremony at 7:45 AM. So I did what I could.
Our school operates under a “One <mascot>” model, so while Athletics have a letter program, so do Academics and Arts. Each department has its own list of criteria, and A was one of a few freshman to earn a letter (for the Arts). It was a lovely ceremony, and we were so proud of him and his schoolmates.
He went on about his school day and we went to celebrate by trying the new Pokémoto restaurant in town. We got to customize Hawaiian style poke bowls and boba teas, and it was fabulous.
Wednesday
- Cardio: 5.59 miles running + 2 miles, walking
Midweek! It started with a run.
And it ended with wrangling both pugs to the vet. They need checkups, shots, and heart worm. They will have their revenge soon.
Thursday
- Cardio: 2.03 miles, running + 4.36 miles, walking
- Strength: Arms + Core, 30 minutes
I had a brilliant plan to run today as well, to clear up my schedule for a hectic Friday, but everything felt awful and I bailed.
Friday
- Cardio: 3.08 miles, walking
I slept in a little and went for a very chill walk. I had my physical at 10AM and had to go fasted.
Usually, I have about a teaspoon of peanut butter before I leave the house for exercise, so skipping food shouldn’t have mattered that much. But it did, and by the time I showed up at the office, I was hangry.
The appointment was ok. I was really glad to see my blood pressure dropped from 120/80 to 104/70 (my BP is normally low, but I’ve been living in a state of absolute chaos and trauma so it’s been reading higher). The doctor did a breast exam and pap, a blood draw, and referred me for a mammogram and colonoscopy. We also agreed that it was time for me to start managing my anxiety, and prescribed something for that. Of course, in the next breath, she said it was perhaps possible she might have felt something (but maybe not) on my thyroid, so… yeah. I guess the blood results will tell. Everything else was fine.
But great news was right behind it (these ups and downs can’t be good for anyone!): after four auditions, A was declared one of the main soloists for the new marching performance! Whoo hoo!
Saturday
- Cardio: 3.64 miles, walking
Let’s get this weekend started! I got up early so I could walk before taking A to work. I had to join him – his employer is a client and I needed some content.
I got home, popped into a skater dress and flannel and then we headed to the nearby outdoor festival venue for As If: The 90s Fest. In its 3rd year, this is a 90s centric day of music, with local bands, tribute bands, and headliners (this year it was Spin Doctors and Vanilla Ice). We wanted to watch the Green Day tribute band, No Doubt tribute band and Nirvana tribute band, so we didn’t make it to the night show, but that’s ok. it was a fun day!
Thoughts + Goals
As promised, I had some strength this week! Yay!
I have another busy week coming up. A has four, abbreviated days of school. There’s a final on Monday, but after that, he’s done with his freshman year. It was a good one. I definitely have a few days of really sitting down and powering through some work, and then filling in the rest with meetings, volunteer events, and parties! After all, it’s graduation week, and we have some incredible people to celebrate.
Are you navigating a hectic time of year? Any favorite 90s bands?
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It does sound like a busy week!
Good for you for getting your own dr’s appt in too — I hope all your blood work comes back clear. I know waiting for those results can be stressful.
Congrats to A!
I hope the pups’ vet appointments were all good! And glad to hear you’re getting all yours sorted…I need to do that here. I tried to do everything before we left, but its about that time again. Keep us posted on the thyroid, hopefully its nothing.
The 90s party sounds like such a blast! No shame in not making it to the night concert, I wouldn’t have either 🙂
Those last few weeks of school were always hectic. Looks like your son had a really great year! I am glad to see you made it through your appt and you are on top of your health screenings
Oh yes- it’s been busy here as well! We also only have four more days of school, hooray! Then things will be more relaxed for while.
I first read your Friday as “I went for a very chilly walk”- WHAT!!! HOW is it chilly there? Then I reread it- oh, chill. Yes, the heat is on from now till November.
Congrats to A for his letter AND his solo! How exciting. I hope you make it through this week and have a little time to rest.
What a busy week! But all sounds fun. End of school year chaos is real!
My faves in the 90s were mostly pop punk – but my first concert was third eye blind!
I’m glad you finally got that physical done! Now make sure to get your mammo and colonoscopy. Fingers crossed for the best!!
So much of my running playlist used to be 90s rock!!! Got me to many a finish line.
Such a busy week! I wish there was a way for schools to not jam in everything at the end of the year.
Glad you got your physical done. I hope your blood test comes back normal.
Great week of activity, fitness, wellness and end of year stuff (for the son). I hope the thyroid testing comes back with good news.
Fingers crossed that all your tests turn out well.
A 90s party sounds like super fun.
I’m still in work and race mode… and balancing it all. No kids at home which really helps.
Whew! You made it through a week of Mayhem! Yes, my weeks have been kind of cray cray but totally different reasons.
Mmmm sushi AND poke. Heaven. 🙂
Glad you survived taking the pugs to their appointment. I know that’s stressful!
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So busy! I’m so glad you still had time for you even if it wasn’t always ideal or felt great. and I’m glad you got your physical done. All will be ok. and once you know that you can relax at least a little about that.
by the way, you never have to justify low mileage days. it happens. you’re doing great and I adore you and get a lot of motivation from you. so keep doing you x
Looks like a busy and fun week. Glad your BP is down. Congrats to A on his letter and marching band solo!
Congrats to A! He really has had an amazing year full of accomplishments. I know you must be so proud of him!
I can’t believe that summer break is so soon for you! I always forgot that there are so many states that end school in late May vs late June, like up here.
Hope all your results are good ones from the doc. I’m finding that anxiety seems to creep up differently as I age, and it’s a little harder to set it aside than when I was younger. So thanks for sharing about your feelings, it helped me to decide that I should probably discuss with my own doc at my next visit.
Huge congrats to A! He’s really thriving in high school and finding his niche. Very exciting time for a teen! You and the Mr must be so proud of him!
It’s a busy time of year for school age parents for sure!
I haven’t had a donut in years and now after both you and Lisa mentioned them, I want one!
Woohoo on the band solo!!! That’s so awesome! I’m sure you will record it, and watch it again and again! The hot air balloons are so pretty. We had an event like that around here and it was mesmerizing to see them all lit up.