Warrior Dashhhh

What have I gotten myself into? Tomorrow I'll be one of the many crazy people partaking in the Warrior Dash here in North Florida. I haven't even trained for this. How in the heck am I going to get through this 5k? Friends! I'm doing this race tomorrow with some guys from work and their friends. I can't wait to get all muddy. No seriously! Its going to be a blast. This will be my second 5k. My personal goal was to run a 5k each month this year but since my darn appendix wanted to put me out for 6-8 weeks my goal is ruined. For now, I'll start working on that goal again!

I do need to get my rear back in the gym. I don't mind working out by myself but having a partner with you always makes it better. Here's to thinking about working out again and getting healthy.

Catching up

Wow! A lot has happened since the last time I blogged. Let's start on February 9.... I had emergency surgery to have my appendix taken out. I'll just say that was the worst pain I've ever experienced and would not wish that upon anyone. I'm still recovering and haven't been able to work out a little over a month. I'm itching to start running again and training for my Warrior Dash at the end of this month. I missed out on the Gate River Run which was this past weekend. I probably could've walked it but decided against because I would've been too competitive to let all those people run by me.

I posted on twitter and Facebook last night if anyone has ever wondered if God was laughing at you for not following his plan for your life. I had a lot of comments in regards to that. I had the chance to move out of state about 4 years ago but decided against it because my niece Haley was only a few months old and I didn't want to miss out on her life. I know I made the right decision at the time but now I'm kicking myself in the rear wondering if I lost out on such a good thing. I do believe in second chances and I'm praying I get that second chance. I have so much to think about to wrap my thoughts around that I don't want to go into all these details. Maybe when the timing is right I'll let it all out.

But for now it's back to my life here in Florida with Oakley & Dodger!!!

I just love this sweet boy!

Step Up 5k

I'm just getting around to blogging about my 5k.

Let me start by saying it was the most unorganized event I've probably ever been to.

The 5k was supposed to start at 10.

No portable bathrooms anywhere in a 100 foot radius.

They didn't line us up until 10:10 to the correct minute/mile you run.

I had to use the bathroom so bad considering I was a nervous wreck & didn't know what I was getting myself into.

I almost hid in the bushes but didn't.

I was finally running at 10:15ish and finished in 47:29. I even stopped at a bathroom for a pee break!

My lips were completely dry & I was literally dying of thirst when I got to the 1.5 mile marker but the water station was bone dry.

Why wouldn't they have enough water for everyone.

I wasn't in the back of the pack either. There was plenty of people behind me. 5000 people ran this race.

{My favorite from 99.9 gator country came out to support me}

I did get a really cool shirt.

I'm super excited about my next 5k.

The Gate River Run!!!!

-JennaDK

5k

Tomorrow is my first 5k.

I have no idea what to think.

I'm super excited and nervous at the same time.

I should be in bed sleeping since I'm getting up extra early just to make sure I get a shirt!

The only thing I'll have a problem with tomorrow is breathing.

I'm going to find someone who runs as slow as me and stay near them for motivation!

I'm off to bed!

-JennaDK

I lost to....

The treadmill! Yes, you read that right! I was just getting into my run when I came down on my right ankle wrong, hit the belt with my left knee and tried to crawl my way back up to standing position. Who knew trying to crawl up a belt going 4.3 mph couldn't happen!? For me is was impossible. I finally quit trying to get back up while the treadmill was running and let myself hit the wall behind me.

I just knew the whole gym was staring at me by this point but as I sat on the wall taking my shoe off { by the way don't ever take your shoe off if you think you broke your foot} I looked around to see only one girl across the aisle ask me "are you ok? Do you need the first aid kit?" my reposnse," no i'm fine thanks

***under breath I think I need a stretcher!!!!***



I can't remember the last time I skinned my knee!

I was actually working out with a sweet friend/blogger {Rachel} when the incident took place. She was oblivious to what just happened when she saw me sitting on the wall. All I could say was, " can you turn my treadmill off."

I was able to get back up to finish my workout! I will say I have never seen anyone fall off a treadmill like I did. It's definitely something you'd see in a movie!



Thank God the group of guys behind me running didn't show up until after my fall.

Today, my knee and ankle is sore but nothing is holding me back from running/working out!

My first 5k {step it up} is this Saturday.

I also just registered for The Gate River Run 5k March 10.



Whats a post without Dodger! No he isn't spoiled one bit! What makes you think that?

-JennaDK

The Vow

Who doesn't love Channing Tatum & Rachel McAdams? I cannot wait for Valentine's Day. Who all is going to see this on opening night? What better day for a movie like this to come out on.

I want to find a love like this. I know God has the perfect man picked out for me. One who's loyal, honest, adventurists, compassionate, easy going, loving, understanding, communicates, trust worthy, willing, supportive, humorous, etc. is that too much to ask for? I sure hope not!

JennaDK

My Week In Pictures

{Sunday}

{My number one girl Haley}

{Look how big Khloe is compared to Dodger}

{This explains it all}

{Monday}

{no I'm not sad just preparing myself to kick butt at the gym}

{I jacked my knee up from running on Sunday so I biked over 6 miles}

{Thursday}

{Completely exhausted from a hard day at work}

{Dodger enjoyed his field trip to work with me}

{Saturday}

{He seriously never leaves my side. I adore that he protects and loves me so much}

{The only thing I can think that he's thinking is why I'm not outside with him}

{*I guess I forgot to take pictures during the week!*}

{Also great news!!! I'm down 5.5 pounds in 12 days!!!}

JennaDK