Up early this morning, working out in my office, to a newer, kinder DVD series (think Richard Simmons meets Jane Fonda: The Later Years”) that alternates recalcitrant upper and lower body parts each day with a series of floor exercises and cardio. Somehow, I find lifting that barge & totin’ that bale, shimmying & shaking is less intimidating with people you recognize from your youth…with waaay better music (“He’s a Rebel” anyone?)!
So I’m busting my best floor moves, feeling all stretchy and flexible, when they get to lower body wall squats. C’MON, I couldn’t do those in HIGH SCHOOL. What the hell. I’m older and better now, right? Up against the wall, 90-degree sit (okay, fine, 45 degrees. Sigh. Everybody’s a critic…), try to hold it forEVER. 10 seconds, 15 seconds, starting to tremble… 20 seconds, 25 seconds… I’m moaning by now, “Oooh, oooh, OMG, yi yi yi!” when suddenly Kenny’s voice booms out from the bedroom, “I don’t know what you’re doing in there, but you’d BETTER BE ALONE.”
I burst out laughing and toppled over, smacking my head on the ironing board. Game over. I’m thinking pancakes for breakfast?
Your stories are just what I need to start my day. Keep ’em coming! Love you, Girl.
Pancakes AND Bacon!
And a Bloody Mary… :)
I am so excited for you!! This is sooooo you, girl!! I am a follower for life!! Love ya !!
Thanks, Cacie! You always make me smile!
What a hoot! I remember doing the presidential fitness tests, and my partner and I would always cheat, or maybe just lose count….you know…. 1,2,3,8,25,46, and so on and so on.
You’re right, Susan! Especially if someone just walked in the room! 10, 12, 49, 50! :)
Hi Vikki, I have never followed a blog before so this will be a first for me. I have so enjoyed your honesty and good humor; thank you for putting smiles on our faces! I look forward to reading about your adventures. Maybe we can all say we knew you before U were rich and famous. I knew U were special way back when! Karen
Exercise videos lie! Actually exercise teachers lie too “just 3 more” and then you do the 3 and then “it’s 8 more…”. This is so hilarious, I am thinking I may share it in my sexuality class when I talk about sexuality through the life span especially when we are talking about communication.
Karen, Thanks for your support and comments! You can subscribe (and never miss a post!) by entering your name and email address in the signup form next to my posts. Eazy-peazy, and I’d love to have you on the A List! :) Anne, you are welcome to share and use whatever posts make you laugh! Nice to hear from you!