Let's Run About It // Coming to an End

Well, I didn’t think I’d get here so quickly but it looks like my running for the year is coming to an end. I might have one or two short runs left, but after that, there will be no more until after the baby gets here. I consulted with my NP this week, and it’s recommended that I switch to exclusively walking if my pelvic pain continues. I honestly envisioned having at least another month of running, but my body has other plans.

That said, I’m going to be shelving this little “series” of mine. I’m a little sad about the whole thing. More so because I dislike walking. I wasn’t able to get nearly as many miles in as I had hoped for either. But it is what it is. I’ll do my best to walk during the week, and see if I can’t get some mileage in that form. Otherwise, I’ll just be over here attempting some light exercise, and stretching.

But here’s to 2025! I’ve got some goals in mind already. I’ve been eyeing a few half-marathons at the end of next year. It all depends on when this baby arrives, and how my recovery goes. But I’d like to get back into a routine by March of next year and start training for a half about 2-3 months after that. God willing.

It’s ambitious, I know. Life with a newborn isn’t the easiest. And my daughter’s schedule is pretty packed. I don’t know when I’ll find time to fit in running or a training plan. Especially if I’m prioritizing naps and keeping my house in order. But this is something I really enjoy doing so I’d like to pick it back up as soon as I can.

So, this is my official “See Ya Later” to the physical activity I enjoy the most. You’ve been good to me. And hey, I ran up until I hit 30 weeks! I’m super grateful for every single time I got to lace up my running shoes. And I’m so thankful for how much my body has given me throughout this pregnancy. Even when there’s been pain. Until the next one…

Wordless Wednesday

Some Word Vomit for the Week

Last week was a whirlwind. And this week has not been any different. Finding time to write has been hard between long work hours, doctor's appointments, and school activities. The exhaustion has set in. The discomfort at night has been ramping up. I don't feel like I get enough sleep. And I've been having a lot of big emotions lately too. It's been an interesting time, to say the least. Now, I wish I had this nice post with something interesting to say but I don't. Instead, I'll give a couple brief updates about what we've been up to. 

Home: My house is a disaster. We had to have our flooring pulled up, and it has yet to be replaced. My husband and I decided that even though we rent, we will pay for the majority of the flooring replacement. So, that's a major expense we are having to cover. While that part has been settled, my husband has been dragging his feet on making the purchase because he has to "find the best deal." In the meantime, I have stacks of old laminate scattered in my kitchen. We have living room furniture in different rooms. And every day, I'm reminded of just how small our space is. I'm almost at the point of asking my family to come help me move everything into the attic because I'm so sick of looking at it. 

Work: It has been kicking my tail a bit with the hours. The rough part is that I don't get paid overtime since I'm on a salary. I'm currently averaging between 45-48 hours. However, we're really busy right now and in a month I have to start training the person who will take over some of my duties while I'm on leave. Plus, I have more appointments so I have to make sure to make up time when I can. This makes for some really long days. But, such is life. I'm powering through, and hustling as best as I can. 

Fun: We hung out with family and friends at the Texas Motor Speedway last weekend. We went to watch the last round of the Super Motocross World Championships before the riders headed to Las Vegas for the final. And let me just say that it was a very hot day. Thankfully, we were invited to a suite so after the first 250-round, I waddled my way up and out of the heat. I am really grateful for that opportunity because having to sit in the stands with the sun blaring, in my condition would have been brutal. I would have had to head back to the RV campsite and watch the event from a TV screen. Instead, everyone was hanging out and having a blast. The men made their way down a few times to watch from the track, and the teenagers had access to a private elevator to make their way down to the concessions and back up. And I didn't suffer a heat stroke. So, yay! 

And that's about it for now. Here's hoping I have the energy to clean some of my kitchen up tonight. And fingers crossed that I have the motivation to put up the laundry that's been sitting in a basket all weekend. However, after today's chiropractor appointment, and the overall pain my body is feeling - that may just have to wait until the weekend. Again, here's hoping I can recruit some family members to help. Anyway, I hope you all have a great week! And here's to having something better to write about later.