I can't believe I am going to say this, but I think I need a new pair of cute black shoe-booties. I have tons of the style, I know, but they're red, grey, brown, fabric, burgundy, everything but simple black. These chunky oxfords are too chunky and heavy for the look I am trying to go for.
Anyway, I liked the rest of the outfit: my Max Studio green print dress, cream silk AT Factory sweater underneath, green Target tights, gold locket necklace, and a cropped balloon-sleeved jacket from Forth & Towne. The waist of the jacket hit exactly where the gathering for the dress does; it was much higher than my natural waist, of course, but I still liked the look. I am just crazy about the fabric and style of the jacket, but the cut makes it trickier than your average blazer. When I find an outfit it works with, it's a good day!
There was no Panic Tuesday at work today, mainly because I was the only one in the office so I was able to crank out a lot of projects. It did crop up during my run this morning; it's only two weeks to my 5K and I haven't yet run more than 25 minutes/2 miles straight. But my rhythm and speed during the run felt better than it did the previous week, and the time was extended to 28 minutes; my final distance was 20 laps, or 2 1/2 miles. I am still taking a lap in the middle to walk and catch my breath and bring my heart rate down, but by the end the panic had faded and I am beginning to think I will be able to complete the whole thing 11 days from now.
My husband was asking me how long I thought it would take me, so he can estimate how much time he has to stand around waiting with the camera (or go fishing at the harbor where I will be running LOL); last week I told him it would probably be at least 45 minutes. Now I am wondering if I should set a goal of 42 minutes. It is my 42nd birthday that weekend, and 42 minutes for my first run of 2010 has a nice symmetry, don't you think? 42 for 42!
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Thank you all for the kind words about yesterday's post. I enjoy looking back through the archives, either photos or words, to chart my evolution. I quit smoking six years ago this July, and since then I have actively worked on various parts of myself, be it my weight or my appearance, learning new hobbies and skills, taking up exercise, mastering new jobs, etc. For many years of my life I felt like change was undesirable, that history and fate and happenstance shaped you into the person you were and there was no way or reason to alter that. Who I was at 25 would be who I was at 40, at 60, etc -- because that's the way everyone in my family was and is.
Obviously, I know now that none of that is true. Consistency and steadiness have its place in my life, but they don't define me anymore. And I'm happier for it!
42 is a WONDERFUL number and sounds right for you - both minutes and years!
ReplyDeleteI just read your previous blog and I have new admiration for you. You should be very proud of yourself.
I have come to really like short jackets. They define my waistline so much better than the longer ones I used to think covered it up!
Very cute outfit...and how funny that you don't own a pair of basic black booties! You must get some pronto!
ReplyDeleteTell your husband 35 minutes - unless you are running into a massive headwind, your time will be pretty quick, I'd bet - it's hard not to run faster when everyone around you is. Plus you don't want him to miss the moment of you crossing the finish line!
I'm all for 42 for 42! It's a good, realistic goal. I've never run a mile in my life....I mean, I HAVE, in college, but oh, it was torture. I'm still trying to work up to that exercise thing...you make me want to do it! I have a bike and I ride it, does that count? :)
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I love the pattern and colors in this dress. And you are too funny about your shoe-bootie collection.
ReplyDeleteA black pair is a must!! LOVE the necklace!
ReplyDeleteLove the dress and the necklace! They are both fabulous.
ReplyDeleteI think 42 for 42 sounds great. That's a 13.5 minute mile and that's not bad at all. Just make sure you have a watch so you can pace yourself. I'm sure the adreneline of the crowd and actually being there and doing it will help too.
I don't think the shoes are so clunky but it's probably more about the way they feel. 42 for 42 has a great ring to it but if it were 48 for 42, that would still be a huge accomplishment.
ReplyDeleteI love that dress. Its lovely! I am LOLing at the need for the shoes. :-)
ReplyDeleteKristen, I don't see these oxfords as clunky at all - they look quite sleek to me! What about them is irking you?
ReplyDeleteBest of luck on your training up to your run - you WILL make it!
-Kari, always a sucker for a cute George shot.