The Blog of littleduckie

I haven't written much lately, so I thought I'd give an update.  I'm still exercising a lot and seeing results -- I'm so happy about that!  I've lost a few pounds, my posture is better, and I have recovered some of the flexibility I'd lost over the years.  I first learned yoga when I was 12 or 13, and of course, back then -- being young and a gymnast -- I could go into advanced poses like they were nothing.  Now I'm starting over as a beginner!  But I'm already doing better, and it makes me want to work even harder.  Oh, and I've been doing just a little bit of weightlifting because my arms always were weak, and I noticed that it was already easier after only five sessions. 

So if you're like me and find the idea of getting yourself back into shape really intimidating, take heart -- the body responds more quickly than I ever imagined.  Start out with something easy.  If there's a store you go to frequently within a few minutes' walk of your house, start walking there instead of driving (assuming it's safe).  Learn three simple yoga stretches you can do first thing in the morning.  That's how I got myself started -- I picked three poses just to get my muscles loosened up in the morning, and pretty soon I was doing six, just because it felt so good!

And if you want to connect with other people who are trying to get into shape, there's a Web site called FitTracker where you can track your diet & exercise goals & meet other people who are doing it, too.  I just signed up myself (I'm LittleDuckie there, too).

In other news . . . the possible trip to Washington, DC, to see my ex-GF didn't work out this time, but she'll be there again, and maybe it will work out another time.  Or maybe I'll just go see her where she is now, or back home in Minnesota if we can manage to coordinate our schedules.  I'm a little bummed about this trip not working out, but on the other hand, I HATE flying, so at least I won't have to get on a plane any time soon!  :)

I'm also bummed because there was this old work friend that I used to like a lot but hadn't seen in almost fifteen years, and I started thinking about him now that I'm back in town, and wanted to get in touch.  But first I had to make sure he wasn't married . . . I didn't want to create an awkward situation by calling until I was sure.  Found out for sure he has gotten married since the last time we spoke, which isn't surprising, of course, but it does kinda suck for me, LOL.  He was a sexy beast.  Fifteen years ago, anyway, hahahaha!  I suppose it could be different now.

I think that's all the news.  Hope all of my EP friends are well & happy, and I wish you all a terrific weekend.

Love,

Duckie :)