Hard Week

I have been trying to get to sleep but just cannot - darn it! This week has been especially hard for two reasons. Fortunately, it is looking up and I am feeling a little better. But, I just thought I would update my blog and let you know how I'm doing.

First, today my family got together to celebrate my wonderful grandparents' 55th wedding anniversary. What an amazing couple to look up to. They have both lived extraordinary lives and definitely have something to show for it. They have always been there for me in such a special way. I was really sad to not be there today to celebrate with them, but unfortunately, that is the direction my life is headed. I was able to call during the celebration and talk to both of them on the phone, which was the best alternative. G-ma and G-pa, I really wish I could've been there, but CONGRATULATIONS!!! My thoughts were and are with you always.

What a great looking couple!

Anyways, secondly, the weather here has been bringing me down. It has been gray, gray, gray, and COLD. Although it is still beautiful when I look around (the mountains are typically covered in snow), the sky is just not promising. It has also been raining the past few days, which is a downer. That's life. Friday, I had to force myself to go socialize simply because I knew it would make me feel better. Today, I made myself go to the gym because I have been slacking in that area. It drives me crazy that I have to force myself to engage in activities that I actually normally enjoy doing. Fortunately, I felt better both after hanging out with people and after working out. It's just getting there is the issue. Also, I am feeling better after buying a nice, new pair of gloves that will no longer leave my fingers numb or soaked after a bike ride to school. In addition, the legwarmers (yes, straight out of the 1980's) should help keep my cold legs warm as well.

So, yes...gray weather sucks. But, I'm learning to deal. It's just amazing how much it can affect someone's mood or willingness to do something. That's life.

Sorry for the downer post. Peace.

Oh, also...something to look forward to - Alison will be here one month from tomorrow, on Thanksgiving! How fantastic....I keep dreaming about this spinach lasagna that I am going to make for dinner. Yum.