C25K

One thing I've wanted to try for a couple of years was the "couch to 5K" program (C25K), but I didn't have a way to access the app while I was walking or running unless I lugged our iPad around with me on the workout, which is ridiculous since the iPad is rather large and also heavy due to the OtterBox case. I figure this summer is the best time for me to do the eight week program while Paul's schedule is more flexible. My plan is to do this every other day starting this Thursday from 6:30-7:00 am. I've been eating a salad for dinner almost every day lately, and I'm hoping that with this exercise program I can lose at least 15 pounds over the next eight weeks. I have never been a "runner," but this program is geared for people like me so hopefully I can complete it. This means I'll also need to figure out how to get some music on my phone that I can listen to while doing this workout that doesn't involve using data. At home or in the van I either listen to the radio or a CD. I have a lot to learn! I also plan to give up my paper calendar that I've been carrying in my purse for decades and switch to a digital calendar on my phone. I know I'll save some money also in terms of printing coupons as some places (like Dunkin Donuts, JCPenney, and TGIF) allow you to show a camera on your smart phone instead of a paper one you printed out at home. If any of you have recommendations of apps you really like having on your phone, I am all ears!

Nadia had an Annie rehearsal this morning. I thought she'd be missing a tennis lesson, but the tennis lesson was cancelled this morning due to rain. I had hoped to take the boys to the playground today, but the wet weather kept us inside. Ian made tremendous progress on finishing his Kindergarten handwriting textbook. He is trying to earn a $12 Lego set. Paul took her to her rehearsal, and then Isabella's dad picked Nadia and Isabella up at the end of the rehearsal for lunch and a play date. Isabella is playing the part of Annie. She and Nadia refer to each other as Annie and Pepper rather than Nadia and Isabella. They also went to the thrift store and found sweaters for their orphan costumes. They had a five hour play date, and Nadia was invited to come back again for another one next week. Their show is next Friday (July 10th). I can't wait to see it! I will be buying 8 tickets tomorrow morning, as all four grandparents plus Uncle Maurice plan to come (Oliver doesn't need a ticket).