Mind murmur - sometimes it works out

Coming home from piano practice today, my seven year old son said to me, "I think the piano is a good fit for me." Be still my heart; I may have done right by my child! I will relish this victory as I don't know how long it will last. This was a luxury that I chose for me by way of my son, and I am glad that I did. I am learning to trust my instinct!

Today's lesson -- try new things; they may work out for the best. Based on that lesson, I will call today a success. Lest I not forget the productive work day and cross-training session.

Mind murmur - hp change

Whitman as hp's CEO? That certainly is interesting.... Might that provide some upward movement for the stock?

Chosen luxury - bracelet

Today I purchased my first Alex and Ani bracelet! I have been thinking about this purchase for some time now. For the past few months, fate has landed me at references to this company. More recently, I noticed that a shop was opening in Wayland Square, my new favorite area. The shop now is open!

After much contemplation, I chose the path of life charm for my first, but certainly by no means my last, bracelet.

The timing of this luxury is perfect, as I am feeling that I am giving so much with little reward of any kind. I choose to reward myself with this luxury and the luxury of a run later today.

Remaking again....

Where does the time go?  It's September, and my favorite time of year is here!  My mind has been running, but my body, not so much.  On the morning of July 31st, I ended up in the emergency room getting 10 stitches to the instep of my foot.  That part of my life certainly was not planned, and certainly took me off course. 

Fortunately, I have been making my way back to the course.  This past week, I found it and was hugely productive.  Strides were made in all five focus factors -- food, family, finance, fitness, and fun!  I am back on course and ready for the next remaking phase.

My current remaking is going to require a bit more organization and a lot more contemplation.  For me, contemplation must be accompanied by writing and thus back to blog.  

Remembering why I run, again....

Busy days have sprouted busier days, without fitting in my runs.  Among all of the choices I make, I must choose me.  Today, I did that and tonight I feel fulfilled.  It was hot and I ran a too slow for 4 miles, but I did it and that's what matters.  My iPod provided music, my Garmin provided structure, my mind provided wandering, and my body provided strength.  The result was pure pleasure. 

Some things did not get done today, but that happens everyday -- what changes is what gets done or not.  I am glad that my running got done today!  I will relish that accomplishment while I collect my thoughts as the day draws to a close.  

Chosen Luxury - Running Revamp - Garmin Forerunner Trainer

Tonight, I downloaded the Garmin Training Center CD for my latest luxury, a Gramin Forerunner 205/305 GPS-enabled trainer for runners.  This is fabulous!

Obtaining this product was simple with the new system I have in place, given that I want what I want when I want it.  Often, I get overwhelmed with information/product overload.  Now, rather than searching too much for not, I simply spend a bit of time on Consumer Search, part of about.com, and decide what product would satisfy my needs.  Then, after a quick switch to the Amazon website, my research and purchase are complete.  A day or two later, my chosen luxury arrives, and I am stresslessly satisfied.

I have run several times with my Garmin, with huge success.  After taking the few minutes to download the Traning Center, I have discovered a new toy that will bring me such pleasure.

While I could spend too much time with my new toy, I am satisfied to know that my satisfaction is high regardless of my use level.  For example,  I have not even begun to understand the heart rate functions.  I can save them for another day.  For now, I will digest the fun I have had thus far....

Taking time

I have been so busy, and haven't made the time for Blogger.  I want to fit this in among the few things I doing for myself.  Presently, I am collecting myself while my husband and son aren't home,an extreme rarity.  My thoughts are many, but the words are few.  The two will come equal this month, which will help me stay sane.

Recently, I decided that the most important thing I can do for myself is to run or cross train each day.  This choice has been a wise one!  Overall, I am feeling much more strong in so many ways.