Jittersthe.Clown

I hope things get better at work for you soon. This year, school districts are doing their best but it's havoc on the employees. I empathize and send virtual hugs your way Do you see any ways that could help improve the situation you and the other person in your department are in?

Ended the week a little, well, weak. But, I have a baseline and know where I'm headed. My lifting got sidetracked, as did a lot of things, by noticing a leak coming from the master bathroom and going to the basement. First glance showed that there was, perhaps, a drain pipe not sealed correctly. Upon closer inspection, I'm seeing water damage in the flooring and joists. This is going to be a much bigger fix than I thought. Which means it gets hired out. I have a history of tackling a project that I get half way through, dump a bunch of money into, and then have to hire it out to get it right... I have learned to start there when I'm out of my depth. Lift 3 days per week. 1/3 - Weekly 1/15 - 5WC Did not lift all weekend. Bike riding 3 days per week. 3/3 - Weekly 3/15 - 5WC I did not go on Saturday's ride. Jitter Bug and I went shopping for some home essentials and so she can window shop to find things she wants to save up for. She's 9 and right now, all of her emotions are cranked to 11. All the cute things are "those are so cute!" All the little unfair things are "just not fair!" and so on. I know it's part of growing up, but it takes me by surprise. Jitters Junior didn't have as big of a swing, but he had a different life than she does. Parenthood is an interesting ride, to be sure. Reflect 3 days per week. 1/3 - Weekly 1/15 - 5WC I didn't write anything else, but I finished The Lost Symbol and am rereading Buddhism Plain and Simple and it's putting a couple of things into focus. I haven't had focus in a long time. Bonus: Juggle more. 1/2 - Weekly 1/10 - 5WC Jitters Junior and I worked on a few new tricks on the Diabolo Saturday. Well, new for him. I just show him how. Overall, I'm feeling alright with my first week. It wasn't great, but it was a start.

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Habits are what will carry you through the winter that is on it's way. Motivation is fleeting. You got this, Hatter! Kick some ass!

Might I suggest tea instead of coffee first? Easing into caffeine would be a good way to start. Way to go on your week, Jupiter!

Lift 3 days per week. 1/3 - Weekly 1/15 - 5WC Did not lift yesterday as planned. Bike riding 3 days per week. 3/3 - Weekly 3/15 - 5WC All 4 of us went for a ride. JJ and Pizzazz went for 3.5 miles and Jitter Bug and I went for 2.5 miles. She did not want to go in the first place, but I'm glad she did. Found a cool path through some trees that looked a lot like what I imagine fairy tale forests to look like. Reflect 3 days per week. 1/3 - Weekly 1/15 - 5WC I'm hoping the spark that is in my brain now stays there all day. Bonus: Juggle more. 0/2 - Weekly 0/10 - 5WC Still need to get this going.

Do you have pictures of the quilt you are working on? I'd be interested in seeing it if you do. Well done, Fox! Keep up the great work

Lift 3 days per week. 1/3 - Weekly 1/15 - 5WC Did not lift yesterday, planning on lifting today. Bike riding 3 days per week. 2/3 - Weekly 2/15 - 5WC No Ride yesterday. I think tomorrow is the plan Reflect 3 days per week. 1/3 - Weekly 1/15 - 5WC I finally got an entry down this morning. I'm rereading what I wrote and I can tell I'm not going deep enough. Bonus: Juggle more. 0/2 - Weekly 0/10 - 5WC We'll see what happens on this one. JJ took a good tumble off a bike yesterday and his elbow is pretty well messed up. Not so bad we needed medical attention beyond a parents care and first aid kit, but enough that he will be in pain if he juggles. Jitter Bug has been expressing interest in the poi again, so maybe that's the route I take for this week.

I am ever thankful for my family. My son was especially encouraging last night. Lift 3 days per week. 1/3 - Weekly 1/15 - 5WC JJ is enrolled in an online school and part of their PE was a workout with stairs, squats, push ups, etc... After, he asked if he and I could go downstairs and lift. Of course I said yes. DL - 1x5x140 OP - 1x5x90 Squats - 1x10x90 - which was extra nice, since we did the bodyweight squats with JJs PE... Bike riding 3 days per week. 2/3 - Weekly 2/15 - 5WC You've done a 6 minute workout with your family, you lifted with your son, you finished staining a pannel on your fence while waiting for your wife to finish cleaning the pool, what do you do? Well, if your Jitters, you go out on a bike ride. We rode for almost a mile and a half because we were pretty worn out and it was getting dark. Reflect 3 days per week. 0/3 - Weekly 0/15 - 5WC Not yet, but tonight for sure. Bonus: Juggle more. 0/2 - Weekly 0/10 - 5WC Didn't happen last night. Might be difficult tonight with the kids in scout meetings. May have to be tomorrow and the weekend.

Overall, that looks like a good update. Well done!

Well, last night was a bit of a bust. Here's how it shakes down: Lift 3 days per week. No matter what. I somehow find a way to not do something. It's easy not to do the thing. No more. I will be going with squats, overhead presses, and deadlifts. 0/3 - Weekly 0/15 - 5WC I did not lift last night. JJ got a long bike ride in with his mom and I got dinner going. Then meetings for Scouts. And then packing up tents we had drying out from the weekend... The list goes on. Bike riding 3 days per week. As mentioned, my wife is doing a virtual biking challenge with Kat and it's easier to ride with someone else. I am happy to oblige. 1/3 - Weekly 1/15 - 5WC And nothing on this one. Dinner making instead of bike riding. Reflect 3 days per week. Back in November of '18, my ears started ringing. It didn't get better. Doctors were consulted, tests were run, and in the end, the conclusion was: "We have no idea what is going on. You're going to have to learn to live with it." Let me tell you, it sucks. I was once able to meditate and bring calm to my mind. It's been nearly two years since I could do that. I miss a lot of what comes from quiet. Instead of meditation for one of my goals, I am going to start journaling. I think it may help. 0/3 - Weekly 0/15 - 5WC I am not sure why this one scares me to begin. Maybe it will reveal things I don't want to face yet? Maybe I'm just lazy about it. Need to get that going. Bonus: Juggle more. I haven't juggled in a long while until a couple of weeks ago. The kids got out some of my juggling props and it made me realize it's been so long. I am going to make sure to take some time out of my day to juggle with the kids. Sometimes, possibly literally. Aiming for at least two days per week. This is more for fun. 0/2 - Weekly 0/10 - 5WC There is plenty of time for this one (famous last words, I know) when the kids have more time in the evenings.

Turns out I could not get anything done workout related yesterday. I'm alright with that, though. I had a Scout meeting and got something that looks like a plan for the start of our Cub Scout year in place. Now we need to execute it. "No plan of operations extends with certainty beyond the first encounter with the enemy's main strength.” The enemy in this case is 2020 itself, so, I'm hopeful.

Went camping this weekend and it was a bit of a mess with reservations and having to move sites the morning after we got there. In the rain. The mess that was didn't really deter the Scouts, it just added a new story. Hiked a lot and am feeling the burn. So, of course I went with my wife on her bike ride last night. We'll see how good of a decision it was. We are live with the new challenges. If you're in one, happy fitnessing. If not, have a great week!

It's time It was quite the weekend. Went camping with my son's Troop. Got a lot of hiking in. Went 6.5 miles on Saturday. Up and down a lot of hills, around fallen trees, through mud. It was a lot of fun. My thighs are killing me, but in the best ways possible... well, almost best. Yesterday, we got out and biked for 2.5 miles before dinner. Made some Lo Mein and played some games. Oh, Jitter Bug got her ears pierced as well. She is so happy with them. We ended up going with a tattoo and piercing shop that we trusted instead of a mall shop. I think overall, a better decision. She told me that it hurt a little, but she's over the pain. Did not stop smiling all evening. Didn't get much else done yesterday. We got home, unpacked, got cleaned up, and got the house straightened up. Looking forward to the week. Lift 3 days per week. No matter what. I somehow find a way to not do something. It's easy not to do the thing. No more. I will be going with squats, overhead presses, and deadlifts. 0/3 - Weekly 0/15 - 5WC Bike riding 3 days per week. As mentioned, my wife is doing a virtual biking challenge with Kat and it's easier to ride with someone else. I am happy to oblige. 1/3 - Weekly 1/15 - 5WC Reflect 3 days per week. Back in November of '18, my ears started ringing. It didn't get better. Doctors were consulted, tests were run, and in the end, the conclusion was: "We have no idea what is going on. You're going to have to learn to live with it." Let me tell you, it sucks. I was once able to meditate and bring calm to my mind. It's been nearly two years since I could do that. I miss a lot of what comes from quiet. Instead of meditation for one of my goals, I am going to start journaling. I think it may help. 0/3 - Weekly 0/15 - 5WC Bonus: Juggle more. I haven't juggled in a long while until a couple of weeks ago. The kids got out some of my juggling props and it made me realize it's been so long. I am going to make sure to take some time out of my day to juggle with the kids. Sometimes, possibly literally. Aiming for at least two days per week. This is more for fun. 0/2 - Weekly 0/10 - 5WC

Where is the pain you're dealing with? I'm so happy to see you back around here. You better believe we'll be checking in to keep you around.

I once heard or read that motivation is kind of crap. Motivation is fleeting and will leave and then what are you left with? Instead, focus on building dedication. Dedication will be the habits you form to do the things. Get up and do them. Put this into your routines like the dishes. Keep at it.

Is The Rain any good?

I would like nothing more than to see comments about someone's weight, no matter what the intention, be removed from conversations. If someone brings up a question about themselves, fair game, but no one, absolutely no one, get to comment about someone else's physical stature. I hope you have a great week ahead. There are new shenanagans to be had!

Well done, Anny! Keep up the good works you are doing. I am looking forward to following your adventures.

Awww, you know how to make a clown feel welcome. Which, let me tell you, not always the case.