Exercise? What?

OK, I'm working out. Yes I am. I ran for 2 miles yesterday and 2 more today. It wasn't too bad. In fact, thinking about it... it was relaxing. I cleared my mind and worked a bunch of stuff out.

Did my body want to run? Surprisingly enough... YES!!! I've had a mild headache and mild nausea for a week now. After running yesterday, I was better. Today, there is no headache and no more nausea. I know I had all those problems due to tension, so running worked it out. I know this, because when I took my Motrin the headache and stomach ache went away.

The worst part about the headache and stomach ache was that if I didn't know better I would have thought I was pregnant. I'm not, by the way. There is no way I could be pregnant. It's just frustrating to have those symptoms.

I think I might hop on my bike tomorrow. Then, I'll take it in for a tune-up. I know, that's backwards, but I don't think I should run 3 days in a row. A nice ride might do the trick.

By they way... my sister left for Bogota today for a month. Wish her luck and safety! I miss ya chicka!!!

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Cabin Fever

OK, so Kari Kennedy has called me out for not updating my blog. Yes, I have been slacking. I did run in Mississippi. I did my Air Force PT test too (not great, but improved). I've been back for a week, and I've been a slacker. I admit it.

I came home last Wednesday, then Greg and I had adoption classes on Thursday and Friday. They were 8 hours long, and very intense. We learned more than we ever expected. It really opened our eyes, but wore us out! I was exhausted!!!

On Saturday we had to clean the house and go to a wedding 1 1/2 hours north of us. Greg's oldest son, Brian, also arrived from Orlando on Saturday. On Sunday, we had both families over for Greg's birthday party. He made some amazing ribs and wonderful hamburgers. I know... I didn't make him cook for his birthday. If you know him at all, I couldn't stop him.

On Monday, Greg, Brian, Chris and I all headed up to the Lufkin Cabin on Dummy Lake in Cumberland, Wisconsin. It was BEAUTIFUL and very relaxing. Skeeter jumped right in the lake and didn't want to get out. Greg fished and trolled around the lake with his mom. The boys got in some quality relaxation and beat everyone in cards. Here are some great pictures from the trip. By the way, the fish is MINE! It is a lovely 14 inch Northern that we released.

I will go running tomorrow. I have a ton of work to do on the computer and will need it. I actually can't wait to run again. Wish me luck.

This exercise thing can be addictive

I ran an easy 2 miles today (I can't believe I said easy). It was my first exercise since the tri. It felt good. I also had a desire to get out there and do something. Amazing. I'm at work in Biloxi, and have been flying everyday. We flew over the base pool and I was wishing I was swimming. Not for just for the fun of it, but for lap swimming.

This is crazy!!! Who would have thought I'd be like this? Not me.

Well, I'm off too cool down, shower and wash clothes. I hope your evening is more fun.

I'm a triathlete!!!

I can't believe it, but I am a triathlete! It was an amazing and emotional experience. It was more than I expected, and worth all of the pain of training! I recommend Danskin Triathlons for all first timers. It was non-competitive and very supportive. When people passed me they'd say, "Way to go girl!" not "move it looser!" Just an amazing day.
On the way to the race


















Kari and Deeann preping for the race















Kari and Deeann pumped to race















Kari, Deeann and Kait












Deeann high-fiving before the swim













Getting ready to bike

Run Deeann Run

The finish line!!!

It was just too much for me. I bawled!

Hello from Dallas!

Greg and I made it to Dallas, TX yesterday. We had the most wonderful evening with our dear friend Kari. She is such a wonderful hostess. We feel spoiled here!

Tomorrow morning, we set off bright and early for Austin. We are spending most of the afternoon at the registration expo. While there, I'll try to figure out how this race works. It's getting more confusing to me as the days progress.

I'm more excited than nervous now. I think it's being here with Kari that helps to calm me down. She is such a great motivator for me. I'm so lucky to have her!

Wish me luck! I don't think I'll update this until after the race. Until then, have a wonderful weekend!
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Off we go...

Greg and I are headed off to our parents' homes tonight. We are dropping off Skeeter the Wonder Dog at my folks house, then spending the night at Greg's parents' house. We then head to Dallas before dawn on Thursday.

We are going to spend 2 nights with our very good friend Kari, then head down with her to Austin, TX for the race. I can't wait to see her.

So, it hasn't sunk in yet that I'm doing this on Sunday. I keep hearing the U2 song, "Sunday, Bloody Sunday" in my head when I think about the race. Is that an omen?

Thanks again for all your support. It's so wonderful to know that I have such a great group of friends cheering me on!

I'll update this again before the race, but until then... enjoy the rest of your week!!

Biking and Running

OK, so I didn't check my blog comments until after my workout today. Kari left me a wonderful note about how I should stay off my feet and take it easy this week. I had a HUGE smile when I read it. NO RUNNING! However, I worked out before reading this.

I had a wonderful lunch with Lael today. It was great to catch up again! Then, I was off to Menards with Greg. After that I went to Target and Cub. Where is the workout? It's been raining almost all day so I had to go indoors. Well, I headed out the door for the gym at 5:30pm. It was SO hard to get out of the house. I lost my motivation. But I made it.

I rode this cool computerized bike there. You can move the handle bars to turn on the course. I you don't, then you could fall off the cliff. I rode hard for 30 minutes. It was tough, but felt good.

Then it was upstairs for a 30 min run. I was moving so slow. But, I made my full 30 minutes!

Now, I'm laying on ice. I see my wonderful chiropractor tomorrow, so that should help. For the rest of the week, I think I'll swim (if the pool is open and free) or do my Pilate's. Maybe Skeeter would like to take a walk?

6 days left until the tri. I still can't believe I'm doing this. I'm just grateful that I get to share the experience with Kari, Kait and Greg!