I have discovered...the rowing machine. Yesterday in the gym I ran (which is getting easier) and afterwards decided I needed to work on my back so of course I go to the one machine I haven't tried in about 6 years. The rower. It was brutal. I was only able to do 5 minutes and somehow, in that time was able to cause my back and upper arms enough grief that I decided to take a break today. It was a great work out but I am very sore in places that I'm usually not. I think I will be going back to it tomorrow.
We are planning a trip to Hadrian's Wall in May of 2008 (actually the day after I graduate from nursing school). There is a historical fiction novel based on the Wall during the Roman occupation of Britan that I had been trying to find to read. Unfortunately, the only copy was checked out at the library and it is not in print any longer. Fortunately, Patrick knew the guy who checked the book out and was able to borrow it from him so I could read it. It is a very interesting story so far, and I'm really enjoying it.
Our room is coming along...a little slower than I would like but at least most of the elements needed are ordered. I finally found a border to cover up the existing, flowery one. I also bought a beautifully framed mirror to cover the hole in our wall from an old speaker system. Of course I couldn't possibly patch the hole, that would make no sense what-so-ever. Finally, I went to the frame shop and asked if they could create a wooden valance from some of their moulding and although it was more expensive than a plain wooden one, it will add a lot of depth and character to the space. Even though I will only be living here for about another year, it feels so much more comfortable and relaxing now. I feel like I have a space that I have some control of. After living here for 2 years...I finally took the initiative and made it mine.
My dress for Gemma's wedding arrived. It is, in a word, perfect. I tried it on for Emma and Lois and they both loved it. I look elegant and beautiful in it and I can't wait to wear it. Which for me...is almost unheard of. I'm usually terrified of dresses and even more afraid of white dresses. But I really feel good in this dress. It is light enough that I shouldn't be sweating like a pig in heat (even in Winston Salem in August) and loose enough that I will be able to dance freely. Now I just need to even out my runner's tan.
