This is a picture of my shoes.
The story behind it is that they are new (see the part that is still shiny and white). I just bought them when we were in the US, at DSW (THE store, I just love it). They are Ryka's, running shoes. I didn't buy a new pair of running shoes in, let's say, 10 years? Or more? Why? Well because I did not need them - did not go running. But since November, I got on this trip, that noise in my head that tells me that my "youth" is almost over, and if I do not get slim right now, nobody will care in 10 years from now. So those shoes became an icon.
I started my fitness program in November. And it is working. Ok, slow in terms of weight loss (plus it keeps me a bit away from blogging you might have noticed), but it took quite some time to collect all of it, so I guess it is only fair that I need to be patient. I do my little hour every day, and added running to the plan since the weather is getting a bit dryer (not nicer, but dry at least).
That heavy mud on the bottom actually makes me proud, that I can do it, and stick to it. And eventually get to where I want to be. So to you, my friends who are hesitating of going where you want to be.... if I can do it, you can do it too.
The only suggestion: if you go running, make sure your cell phone stays at home or is secure in one of your pockets, otherwise you will lose it on the way, and have to re-run all the path, only to discover somebody else has picked it up before you. But if you are lucky, this person who found it will actually answer the phone when you call her, and let you know that you can pick it up at her house. Ok, you might be stepping into a deep puddle of mud while getting out of the car when you pick it up, as you are so excited to get it back. And your (formerly suede) shoes may look like that... But that's life.
Have a happy day and keep smiling.
And don't forget to kiss your valentines.
February 14, 2011 at 8:53 PM
This was cute, entertaining, and funny! It was also informational! LOL
Good luck on your new plan.
February 14, 2011 at 9:38 PM
Good for you for sticking at a plan to get your body where you want it. I am slowly working at that, too. Slowly running more and walking less. Slowly, my body is changing :)
I love DSW and Ryka shoes!
February 15, 2011 at 3:03 AM
Great tips, Nicki! If I ever run, I shall use them!!! rofl! That may be never!! Seriously, good for you for getting into shape! Keep up the good work!
February 15, 2011 at 1:26 PM
Haha! I'm glad you got your phone back and good luck with your exercise program!
February 28, 2011 at 6:43 AM
It's day two I am blerry eyed but I promised myself that I would give my undivided attention to each one That said: Your designs are awesome. Be Blessed