I've also made it my long-term goal to become a runner. I say long-term because with my summer class starting in less than a month, two books and a presentation to do beforehand and three classes this fall, I've decided I can't handle much more. Betsy (editor) pointed me to this great Web site where she downloaded pod casts to help her train for a 5K. It's called the Couch to 5K Running Plan.
I settled on the running goal because I went running a couple of weeks ago and was not impressed with my endurance. I think it's much easier to run on a treadmill, but I like running outside more. I'm also planning to work on the arms. :) Watch out, difficult-to-open glass jars!
I should also give an update on the wedding planning. You get the brief version because I still have to study.
So Pete and I went to Charleston several weeks ago with his parents to look at venues. We found some good stuff, but decided against a few places because of price, then went back to Charleston a few weeks ago to look at the Citadel Beach House. We didn't know about it before or we would've looked at it the first time around. I really liked it at first, but Pete was concerned about the upkeep, and the more I thought about it, it concerned me, too. Plus, we didn't feel like we were anyone's priority.
Now we're planning to go to Hilton Head when he gets back. He's in MN visiting family right now and hopefully having a wonderful time. :) There's a place there called the Sea Pines Resort and it's a little pricey, but seems really nice and I think people there would really help us with the planning, which they should for the cost. That would be great since we're not exactly close. It's about a 4 1/2 drive. So I'm crossing my fingers we'll have a date in a few weeks or so. I've almost been to the point lately where I think, "This is a lot of work, lets just pick a church and be done with it," but I'm only getting married once and I know I'd regret it. I've told Pete he can plan the honeymoon since he's not crazy about the beach. (More crossed fingers for honeymoon money, haha).
On another note, I'm starting a "favorite things" list on here. There are lots of things to get annoyed or frustrated by during the day, but that doesn't do any good, so the list is mostly to remind me of all the little things that make me happy. There's always room to remind yourself of the blessings in life. Feel free to comment and add your list!
