almost five

I drove to the middle school today to walk a mile on their track. I did four laps in 16 and one half minutes. After that I walked miles two, three and four and three fourths downtown on the track that runs across the Missouri River Bridge. It was glorious weather but very humid. I was dripping sweat when I got back to the library where my car was parked. Tomorrow I may not walk at all as I am invited out of town to a party.

the end, almost

Monday's steps totalled 8,700 or 3.29 miles. Today's steps totalled 7,925 or 3 miles. I've been thinking about what to do with all the money I'm making. I'll receive two big checks; one at the end of May and one in June. I've thought about trading in my one-carrot diamond for a bigger one (I really like diamonds) but I don't wear the one I have now. I could take a trip to Antarctic to see the penguins or I could stick it in the bank to use when I buy a different car. It's nice to come up with wild ideas. I'll probably bank it! 

things i miss

On Monday I walked 13,473 steps or 5.10 miles. Today I walked 10,642 steps or 4.03 miles. I had forgotten how hard a teacher works. I miss:

• taking an afternoon nap
• walking on my favorite trail
• spending time with my sweet little furbaby
• putzing in my rose garden
• staying in my pajamas till 10
• watching Oprah

Still, I love being a "real" teacher again and the pay isn't bad either!!