Never Give Up, Never Surrender

[Lady Celerity]

Sunday was a busy day doing errands in Civilization and I got home very late. Today I am feeling low on energy, maybe because of the high pollen count. And lack of vacation!
23 March workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Epic Hold Challenge day 22 & 23
EoD
WoD

More chores, then I will make soup for supper. Have a good night bees.

 

[Lady Celerity]

It's windy today plus high pollen which means that lots of people are sniffling and sneezing. But everything is blooming and green and very Spring-like.

24 March workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Epic Hold Challenge day 24
EoD
WoD whew! Push up shoulder taps are hard!

Off to chorus rehearsal! Have a nice evening bees

 

[Lady Celerity]

Several coworkers were out today which made things very busy. There's a nasty virus going around which has led to pneumonia for half a dozen adults I know. My immune system seems to be holding it's own thanks to years of working in a petri dish environment!

25 March workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Epic Hold Challenge day 25
EoD
WoD - I did burpees!!

Having a chill evening tonight. Cheers!

 

[TopNotch]

I did burpees!!

Yay!

(Actual footage of TN doing burpees...)

 

[Lady Celerity]

@TopNotch at least we're trying, right?

 

[Lady Celerity]

I woke up feeling a little under the weather today and haven't improved but I don't feel worse so that's something! Wasn't I just boasting about my robust immune system??

26 March workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Epic Hold Challenge day 26
EoD
WoD

Soup (or maybe just tea) for supper. Have a nice evening bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

My boss sent me home sick on Friday and I have been taking it easy. I'm feeling a lot better now after resting for a couple of days.
It's Pixie's birthday today! She's 3 (about 28 in cat years). Just like a typical cat she couldn't care less.

29 March workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Epic Hold Challenge day 27, 28, 29
EoD
WoD

Soba noodles with snow peas for supper. Have a nice evening bees.

 

[TopNotch]

Happy birthday, Pixie.

 

[Lady Celerity]

A grey, cloudy day today. It was difficult to get out of bed this morning. Work was mellow though for Monday.

30 March workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Epic Hold Challenge day 30
EoD
WoD

My supper is still a mystery at this point... spaghetti squash carbonara? Roasted tofu & veggies?
Have a nice evening bees

 

[CODawn]

Congratulations and birthday Pixie!

 

[NancyTree]

Congrats on epic hold!

 

[TopNotch]

Congrats!

 

[Fremen]

Congrats

 

[Anek]

Congrats!!

 

[Lady Celerity]

Thanks! @CODawn @NancyTree @TopNotch @Fremen @Anek

We've had some rain today and I am hoping it will wash some pollen away. Last night I made a vegan taco soup out of pantry ingredients and it was delicious. I've been waiting to shop for groceries until the month is over and have been getting creative with what's on hand.

31 March workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 1
EoD
WoD

Chorus rehearsal tonight! We're learning a David Bowie song. Have a nice evening bees

 

[Jaga]

Congrats on completing Epic Hold!

 

[Lady Celerity]

Thanks @Jaga !

Happy April everyone!! A student gave me some suspicious candy today which I didn't eat, it being April Fools Day. It may have been okay but then again it would've been like this particular student to play a joke on me...

1 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 2
EoD
WoD

I did 165 squats today!! Ooof

Off to rehearsal with a different chorus! Have a great evening bees

 

[Lady Celerity]

Yesterday was not a good day (parent wanted by law enforcement, lots of student behavior issues). After work I went to Civilization to stock up on groceries and gas. It was late by the time I got home and put everything away. Then a family member came over and proceeded to vent for another 40 minutes. Game over.

Today the staff was treated to a yogurt parfait and avocado toast bar. I probably ate too much but avocado and sprouts on sourdough is healthy right?

At last the work day ended and I'm off for a week!

3 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 3 & 4
EoD
WoD Star workout was different!

Off to Good Friday service. Have a nice evening bees.

 

[Syrius]

Belated happy badge day and happy birthday to Pixie!!

 

[Lady Celerity]

@Syrius thank you from both of us

Ah Saturday, my favorite day of the week. Slept in and made Darebeets applesauce cookies. The recipe is from the old server I think but I have a printed copy. I like them with coffee. Now I'm catching up on chores but slowly. The phone is not ringing. There are no students who need a bandage or parents wondering what time does school get out again? It's quiet.

4 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 5
EoD
WoD

Dinner? Hmmm maybe popcorn
Have a nice evening bees

 

[AgileGrrl]

Woohoo! Belated congrats on finishing Epic Hold! So badass.

 

[Lady Celerity]

Thanks @AgileGrrl !

Happy Easter everyone! It's a beautiful spring day, warm and dry. After church I began watering the garden and am making my favorite dessert for later--homemade strawberry shortcake. I make the shortcakes with full fat coconut milk and they are sooooo good!

5 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 6
EoD
WoD- lots of hopping!

Have a wonderful evening bees.

 

[Lady Celerity]

Another sunny spring day today. I tackled the tall grass on my property using my new electric string trimmer and electric blower. Plus mowed the lawn, raked, watered and weeded. I put in 20,000 steps and my arms feel like limp noodles from lugging the heavy battery powered tools around. I wasn't able to finish whacking all the weeds though --an acre is a lot to do in one day. But everything already looks great.

6 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 7
EoD
WoD

Yummy leftovers for supper tonight including strawberry shortcake

Have a nice evening bees

 

[Lady Celerity]

Yesterday I went to Civilization for an appointment and errands, then chorus rehearsal. It was a long day.

Today the DOMS from all the yard work is horrible. I should've known better. I went for a hike but it didn't help and my back is not happy at all.

We got some awesome thunderstorms this afternoon. The air smells amazing.

8 April workout
Hike
PT exercises 15 minutes
I couldn't do anymore, in too much pain. Hopefully tomorrow things will feel better.

Have a nice evening bees

 

[Anek]

 

[LiteraryMatcha]

Yesterday I went to Civilization for an appointment and errands, then chorus rehearsal. It was a long day.

Today the DOMS from all the yard work is horrible. I should've known better. I went for a hike but it didn't help and my back is not happy at all.

We got some awesome thunderstorms this afternoon. The air smells amazing.

8 April workout
Hike
PT exercises 15 minutes
I couldn't do anymore, in too much pain. Hopefully tomorrow things will feel better.

Have a nice evening bees

Sending you a big hug. PT exercises are really tough. They can feel like torture.
The fact that you had the willpower to do them speaks volumes about how much of a tough cookie you are.

Massive respect. I hope it gets better. Actually, keep at it. I'm sure it will.

I hope you take some time to recharge and rest.
Recovery is part of the path.
Have a good evening you too!

 

[Lady Celerity]

@Anek @LiteraryMatcha thank you!

Went to Civilization yet again yesterday. This time it was for fun with my daughter. We hit up some cool thrift shops and had dinner at a Mongolian restaurant. We got caught driving through the mountains in a whopping thunderstorm, I could hardly see the road. Nevertheless my body isn't happy with all the driving and rich food. Good grief I feel like an old person or something! After a poor night's sleep I'm back at my routine. Consistency is key!

10 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 8, 9, 10
EoD
WoD

The rest of my day is going to be mellow, I promised myself.

Have a great day bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

This week off has not gone the way I anticipated but I'm thankful to have had some time for honest self reflection. I've been a bit of a jerk lately and have only myself to blame. I've been putting off some needed changes. Sooooo, I'm making some shifts in my self-talk, nutrition and really limiting my media intake for starters. I press on.

Today I also made Rice & Tofu Nori Wraps from the Darebeets site. They were really good! I'll be making these again for sure.

12 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 11
EoD
WoD

It's cold & rainy so I think roasted veggies for supper sounds good. Have a wonderful evening bees.

 

[Lady Celerity]

It's been a stormy, blustery day which was perfect for catching up on indoor chores. Tomorrow it's back to work so I'm meal prepping for the next few days.

12 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 12
EoD
WoD

Have a wonderful evening bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

It was a good day at work today! Amazing since it's 1. Monday and 2. Monday after Spring break. Yes, there were a few students who struggled to readjust to school (or who didn't show) but my coworkers were cheerful. It was beautiful weather: bright blue skies, white puffy clouds and a dusting of snow on the mountains.

13 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 13
EoD
WoD

Leftovers for supper tonight, that's easy. Have a nice evening bees.

 

[Lady Celerity]

You've heard of Second Breakfast? Today was Second Monday. When reality hits and everyone is low energy. Not a bad day, just long, and my brain is tired from calculating payroll.

14 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 14 I had to modify the jump squats as my knees have been crackly and sore. Did squat-calf raises instead.
EoD
WoD

Chorus rehearsal tonight!
Have a great evening bees

 

[AgileGrrl]

Jump Start Challenge day 14 I had to modify the jump squats as my knees have been crackly and sore. Did squat-calf raises instead.

Oh!! That's a great modifier for jump squats. I'm going to have to try that one out.

 

[Lady Celerity]

A cold Spring storm is blowing in. It's the kind of weather that finds me craving hot soup and wanting to curl up with a book and blanket.
Today the older students built catapults and were chucking cabbages. It was fun to watch them as they figured out how to get their catapults to launch farther.

15 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 15
EoD
WoD

Have a wonderful evening bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

I had a very productive work day. The pollen count is very high, though, and allergies sap my energy. Pressing on!

16 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 16
EoD
WoD

Have a good evening bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

Work was insane today and very stressful; too many things happening at once. I'm glad it's Friday! Looking forward to a chill weekend.

17 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 17
EoD
WoD

It's pizza night! Enjoy your evening bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

I have had a nice day. Slept in, did some random chores (it felt like a good day to clean out the cupboard underneath the kitchen sink and organize my shopping bags), and then lots of yardwork. The weather was glorious. I decided not to do the Workout of the Day today since I'm already pretty tired from running the weed whacker. #listeningtomybody

18 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 18
EoD

Have a lovely evening bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

It's been a relaxing day. Allergies caught up with me today and I am staying indoors due to windy weather. Yesterday's exertions only caused a little soreness today.

19 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 19
EoD
WoD

Have a great day bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

It was mostly quiet at work today; lots of students and staff out ill (or maybe didn't want to get out of bed on a cold, rainy Monday??). There's fresh snow on the hills and rain has washed some pollen away!

20 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 20
EoD
WoD

Doing paperwork tonight
Have a nice evening bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

Another stormy day. This meant indoor recess for students. That's bad. By the end of the day everyone had had enough and we were eating chocolates to cope.

21 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 21
EoD
WoD
It's been a hairy day @aku-chan @TopNotch and @Anek each mentioned hair today. Have a soft, silky and tangle-free evening bees.

 

[Lady Celerity]

Today was one of those days when I wondered if I really can continue to work in such a stressful environment. It was not a good day at work, nothing but student behavioral issues. All. Day. Long. Add to that roof leaks and heat pump issues at home. Fun!
I'm pressing on!

22 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 22
EoD
WoD

Making Darebeets pumpkin cookies for supper and I may eat the whole batch. Have a lovely evening bees.

 

[Lady Celerity]

Today was better at work and finally the sun is shining which always helps one's attitude!

23 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 23
EoD
WoD

Making stir fry for supper. Have a nice evening bees!

 

[Lady Celerity]

Friday! Woo hoo! I had a meeting all morning at headquarters and then the rest of my workday zipped by. I'm tired. There are opportunities to go socialize tonight but my batteries are needing solitude to recharge.

24 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 24
EoD
WoD - whew! I may be sore tomorrow from all the leg work.

Simple sandwich supper and a movie tonight. Have a lovely evening bees.

 

[Lady Celerity]

Went to Civilization today and bought a paddle board!! I'm so excited to try it out. Unfortunately we have thunderstorms today so I have to wait for better (and warmer) weather. It will be fun on the lake this summer

25 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 25
EoD
WoD

Have a great evening bees

 

[Lady Celerity]

I went to the local high school musical production today. They did such a great job!!! Seriously, for such a tiny rural town we have masses of talented people. It was fun seeing several former students from my school onstage.

26 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 26
EoD
WoD
Have a great evening bees.

 

[Lady Celerity]

This morning, while bending down to pet the cat, my lower back went out. It's been spasming all day. I did my exercises anyway, because that usually helps, and it did help some. Thankfully, I have today off work and also had booked a massage. I'm hoping my masseuse can help my back to mellow out.

27 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 27
EoD
WoD

Off to get kneaded. Have a nice evening bees.

 

[Lady Celerity]

My back is feeling a tiny bit better, but not much. Getting up from a seated position throws my back muscles into spasms. It hurts so bad I feel nauseous. It was a struggle getting out of bed this morning! Trying not to get discouraged. This too shall pass. Pressing on!

It may have been dumb to exercise, but usually some movement helps. I took everything down a notch and only did Level 1.

28 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 28
EoD
WoD

Ice / heat pack then chorus rehearsal tonight. I need to go; our performance is this weekend. Have a good evening bees.

 

[TopNotch]

for your back

 

[Anek]

Healing vibes

 

[LiteraryMatcha]

Sorted. Your back pain is sorted. (I wish it was that easy. Healing vibes!)

 

[Lady Celerity]

Thanks for the vibes @TopNotch @Anek @LiteraryMatcha and bees! It must have worked cause my back is feeling better. It's still touchy so I continue to modify exercises to low impact ones.

29 April workout
PT exercises 15 minutes
Jump Start Challenge day 29
EoD
WoD - modified step jacks instead of jumping jacks

Have a wonderful evening bees!