Bad decision

Taking some time off from yoga may sound like a great idea

....after all it's summer..... who wants to sweat when it's hot out...... how can someone possibly squeeze a vinaysa session in between all of the fantastic activities that June - August brings.

Wrong.  False.  Not a good idea.

Yesterday I finally went back to my yoga mat after a 3 month hiatus.  Let me tell you... taking time off was a stupid decision.  It was one of those things where I got out of my routine and was always going to go back "next week". 

Well I took the plunge yesterady and am glad I did.  It felt amazing to get back to it, and I was shocked at how some poses are now extremely difficult while others came right back to me.

Trying to get back on track, I went again tonight.  Probably an epic mistake.  My everything hurts.  And I mean everything... shoulders, ankles, hamstrings, neck, feet, back, side "abs", etc.  You name it... it's sore. 

I need to let my body recover, but I'm back at it in a couple of days.  And if you ever hear anyone talk about taking a "break", please advise against it :)

Best.Date.Ever.

I can honestly say that Friday night was the best date I have ever been on.

L and I had plans to hang out but nothing really figured out.  He kept telling me that we had to do something special to celbrate my promotion.  I was throwing out different ideas (restaurants, baseball game, mini golf) and mentioned that Coldplay was going to be in town.  And he took it from there.

By noon on Friday he had found seats, bought them, and we were set to go.  I tried to pay for my half, but he'd have no part. 

He picked me up and we went to St. Paul for drinks beforehand.  It was gorgeous outside and we were able to snag a table on one of the patio restaurants/bars.  Once we got to the concert, I realized what fantastic seats he had gotten us.  We were straight across from the runway part of the stage and 13 rows up from the floor.  Amazing.

The show was fantastic - I've been to many concerts but this was by far the best.  Between the lights, music, cannons shooting confetti randomly all over the arena and the company, it was pretty tough to beat. 

Afterwards we went to a neighboring bar to hang out for the traffic to die down and talked for 2 hours straight.  I had an amazing time and have never had someone do something so nice for me.

Here are a couple of pics....

Thankful and hopeful

I'm in a good place... I'm elated that I've officially been promoted to a new position at Company T and I start in a few weeks.  My new position will challenge me in a whole new way and will offer me travel and other experiences that will help me grow individually and in my career.  I've been working towards this move for the last nine months and I can't wait to get started.  I feel very blessed for the opportunity and proud of myself for getting to this point

I'm also coming up on date #3 with L.  I haven't been on a 3rd date in 2 1/2 years and I've had a lot of fun with L thus far.  He has a great sense of humor, is very thoughtful, and can handle my sarcasm. We have a lot in common and I'm looking forward to continuing to get to know him.

I have great family, great friends, and tons of things to be thankful for.  It's times like now I'm reminded of how God rewards us and follows through on His promises after rough times.  Here's to many good days ahead....

I got a feeling

Interviews are over and I have a really good feeling that they went really well :)  I got a few hints from my boss on Friday that I should start getting ready to make the transition with final word coming early this week.  I can't wait for this new opportunity. 

I also finally went out with a guy (L) that I've been talking to for a while on Tuesday of last week.  Our date was great, and then last night he joined some friends and I out at a sports bar and bonfire for a few hours.  So far so good....