So much to tell!

There really is ... where to begin?

I got a job! I start August 1st, and I am really excited. It's something totally different than I have ever done before, and I think it is just going to be cool as can be. I can't wait to get back in the real world ... I have been off work for 6 (!) months. While I have been enjoying the "simple life", I am beyond ready to go back. And get this - my new boss is a triathlete! An Ironman! This should definitely help me in the motivation department.

And another thing -- I'm moving! Yep, to a new apartment. In addition to being generally more fabulous than our existing place, there is a new gym WITH A POOL right around the corner. Swimming is my (biggest) weakness, so I have this vision of early morning swim sessions. Or I could join a masters swim team ... I daresay that I have totally set myself up for triathlon success! I may have an Ironman in me yet!

I think some people would be concerned that starting a new job would mean less time for training. I do, after all, have 2 tri's coming up in September. But I am just the opposite. I feel like having a job will force me to schedule workouts and better manage my time. I am a girl who needs discipline, I guess.

[Case in point: Back in college, I was a party girl first semester. I stayed out late, and my grades sucked. Second semester, I got a part-time job. Now I had to set an alarm clock and plan when I would actually study. Hello, Dean's List!]

So, the clock starts now ... I've got two weeks to take care of all the little things I would like to get done before starting a job. There are workouts to complete, home improvements to be made, an apartment to pack, friends to visit. I better get started!

Oh yeah, I went for a run this morning. 3.5 miles. Some walking happened due to my incredibly tight calves. But hey, not bad!