Rejuvination

My son and I took off Sunday morning for him to meet up with a friend and then for us to have some fun. And fun we had. We went to a city 100 miles from us and had a blast. While he was visiting his friend, I hit the thrift stores. Loved it. Only got three books, but I love looking at "stuff."

When I picked him up, we went out to dinner and then hit the hotel's swimming pool. I wish we had a pool in our town. I love swimming and doing stretches in the water. Really, really enjoyed this.

Today we got up early and hit it hard. We went to the mall, to a Target--what a luxury that is!, to a TJ Maxx and to a sporting goods store. Now that I'm into fitness, I actually love sporting goods stores.

When we finished, we decided to hit the city's parks. We walked along a river, saw a beautiful waterfall, and put in many steps. We went to a tourist tower and climbed to the top. It was 8 flights. When we got to the top, I got in MOM mode with a young teenage girl who had climbed over the railing and was sitting on the very edge. Accident waiting to happen. I told her to get back immediately. I was thinking about calling the cops on her and had my cell phone in hand, but thankfully she climbed back to safety. Her friend said, "Why did you listen to her and not me?" I said, "Because I'm a scary, mean mom and she knew I meant business." lol The girl responded because she's an adult. They left, and when they got to the bottom and were walking away, the girl turned back and waved at me. No ill will on her part--testing her boundaries, and she was fortunate enough this tough momma cared enough to speak up.

Anyway, we then decided to visit other parks in the area. We took another pathway and enjoyed that. The weather was cool, I think it only got to 80. It was just the perfect day. Good company, beautiful, new fresh scenery--couldn't ask for a better day.

And then we came home. It was *wonderful* to have two days away from all my troubles, all my concerns and just be free. It was extremely rejuvenating and I came home with a fresh, much improved attitude. Not long after we got home, two of our dogs started growling at each other, hubby came home and was grumbling about something, the sink was full of dirty dishes, the cat box needed attending--it was nice while it lasted! lol

I feel better, though, and I'm so appreciative that we were able to get away for a short little jaunt.

I was too tired to do a workout today--I figure with all that walking in sunshine today, that would have to be good enough. I got in almost 24,000 steps on my fitbit and my activity was steady the entire day.

It was a good day.

I deserved it! =)

Tomorrow, it's back to The Skogg System kettlebells with hubby and a light cardio workout. I have a fresh new attitude, so my spirits are much better.

Bring it.