Well, what can I say?! Day two was a beast. Every muscle in my body was worked yesterday...even the muscles I forgot that I had! As crazy as it may sound,I feel like I have more energy today. I feel like there is more pep in my step. My students are definitely benefiting from my increased energy level. Let's talk about the details of day two.
where should I begin? Oh I know! I'll start with the fact that doing the full warm-up had me winded. I knew that I was out of shape, but I had no idea that it was that bad. I pushed through the pain; I dug deeper, as Shaun T repeatedly says throughout the DVD. At one point, I was so tired I yelled at the TV, telling him to shut-up. My extreme workout yells and grunts eventually led to my 3-year old son screaming, "mommy, are you okay?" It was precious; he was so worried about my well-being. That made me smile. But I was working so hard, and breathing so heavily that I could barely reply. By the time Maurice came home, I had sweat dripping down every surface of my body. And I was only 25 minutes into the workout!! He spoke to me, but I honestly don't remember what he said. I remember he brought me water...but I was determined to finish the workout.
I was focused; zoned; oblivious to all around me. Well, when I could be; it's hard to zone out when you are responsible for 3 little ones. I am glad to report that Matthew, Michael, and Mark were able to play nicely together in their room. No one was hurt; no tears, crying, or fighting! They give me hope that I really can do this!! My Bishop has always told me that if I tell the Lord the desires of my heart, He can move on my children to make them get in line so that my wishes can come true. Well, I saw that for the first time last night. And it was also important for me to realize that it was NOTHING wrong with my request. It was in no way selfish, nor did it make me a bad mother. In fact, I believe that it made me a great mother. If I don't take care of myself, I will never be able to take care of them. I will also be setting a HORRIBLE example for what they will grow up to expect from their future wives. I know that it way down the line, but it is never too early to start preparing for the future.
Now I sit, in my stool in my classroom, with sore muscles but a tangible excitement and anxiousness. I cannot wait to get home and start Day 3. What's crazy is that I was scared of Day 1. Once I started, and conquered that fear I realized that I can do anything I put my mind to. I AM STRONG; I AM MADE IN THE IMAGE AND LIKENESS OF GOD THE FATHER!! My words have power, so I say...no I declare I WILL FINISH THIS PROGRAM AND I WILL REACH MY GOALS! 50lbs in 50 weeks (or less, that would be great!) I hope that somehow my journey can/will help inspire someone else to live out their dreams!
Hopefully I can get the blog for Day 3 tonight. If not, it definitely will be done tomorrow.
Until next time.....
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