Run Wendy, Run

Monday slumps.

Did NOT feel like running today.

I jogged through the mental obstacle course of pros and cons for running today.

I am really bogged down by my period that started 4 days ago,
I shouldn't have to run today.
I ran on Friday, this excuse was therefore weak at best.

So I dug deeper.

I am getting an hour late start.
It might be too hot.
I consulted weather.com and was informed it was 78.
Well, weather was out as an excuse.

So much to do around the house.
Crap, I'd rather go running than clean the house right now.

I haven't eaten anything yet.
That excuse was foiled by the cereal in front of me.

Don't feel like it?
As if tomorrow will be easier.
Music?
No excuse here, Zune fully charged.

Fitness clothes? Easily found.
Water? Plenty of chilled bottles in the fridge.

Out of excuses? Yep.

Back from running.

Feel great.

Wasn't hard.

Tomorrow will be easier.

Especially, if I skip the mental marathon

And just put my running shoes on.

Thank goodness there is only one Monday in every week!

Baby Blessings & Daw Doings

Justin & Amy welcomed Little Chase to the family.

It was time to give him a Blessing...
We hit the road for Las Vegas to celebrate.

Chase was blessed on his daddy's birthday...
Pretty special.
We brought some party favors!

They were a hit!
Matt & Britt brought the twins.
To say they are delightful is an understatement.

I know you want to see them up close, don't you?
Get acquainted?!
Okay...Okay...I won't make you beg!
Miss Madison
Miss Bailey

Yep. Told you they were adorable.

Sugar, Spice & everything Twice!
These twins are amazing and so are the parents.

Grams was unable to attend, but
All 3 of her girls were present.

The blessing was beautiful.
Two things were very clear to me,
This little guy is destined for greatness,
And he is very loved!

It was a perfect day.
The sun was shining, as evidenced by the squinting eyes.
The birds were singing, because everyone was on time.
And My 3 Daws managed to keep their shirts clean!
Hallelujah!

No trip to Vegas would be complete without
Quality time with Tutu & Papa.

Tootsie was walked 3 times in one morning.
Little Brian gave the twins rides in the mini motor car.
When it seemed all avenues for fun had been exhausted,

Papa busted out with Water Rockets.

And Exhilaration soared to new heights!
Thankfully no Daws were injured in the making of this weekend adventure.