Sincerely, Serious Slacker

Dear Readers, Stalkers, Facebookers and Friends,

   I have a giant confession and it's only September 29. There are no excuses, but there are reasons. The reasons are not great, but they are time-consuming, life-sucking reasons that have taken over my world. *deep breath* Here goes:

  I have fallen off the wagon.

  Yes... I managed to fall off a wagon that wasn't going super fast to begin with. Yep, I'm like that girl that trips over her own feet-- a clumsy turtle. I know you're interested in hearing my reasons for all this, though...

1. Work. I have been working late hours and it sucks every shred of energy. This nonsense is pretty new, so that's why it's such a drain. I know so many people that have children, full time jobs, etc., etc. So my job and that time commitment isn't really an excuse. However because it's a new adjustment and it's taking me time to learn best practices to be the most efficient person I can, it will take some time.

2. We're moving. Yes, people, we bought a house. A house that needs painting and yard work and extermination of the creepy, crawly current residents, appointments with water, cable and utilities people. Additionally, we have to PACK our lives that I feel like we just settled. If you've never moved before, I don't recommend. It ain't fun. In all my spare time from work, I'm prepping for The Move. (Yes, it's capitalized because it's THAT big of an event in my world)

As any good plan requires-- it needs constant attention and updating as necessary. I'm so transitional right now, I'm like a vagrant. All my tools are in marked boxes waiting to be taken to the new house. I cannot wait to be settled. CAN. NOT. WAIT.

WHY? Because I'll have a legit area in the new house to dedicate to working out. I am going to refrain from calling it a "gym" because I don't own weights. I don't have a bench. I don't have any machines. I have a yoga mat, an exercise ball, a TV and some Beachbody DVDs. What can I say? I like simplicity.

I'm also pretty pumped about exploring my new neighborhood by way of running. There are some trails nearby that I'm excited to jog on. My husband's leg has finally healed enough for him to run, so he may be my running partner for awhile.

LASTLY-- I promised you an update on the Pants Project a few days ago. These pants still fit, but they are getting baggy and uncomfortable. I can still wear them, regrettably, but I'm working towards not even being able to walk 2 steps without them falling down.

As you can see, they are getting baggier in the thighs (HOORAY!). I can't wait to never wear them ever again.

So, here's to a new house, my new job at work and a new look at this Fit and Free Before 30 Project. I can use all the encouragement and motivation you're willing to throw at me!

Sincerely,
Serious Slacker