Monday, June 22, 2009

WHY?!?

So, the University decided to increase the parking fees from $50 to $135 a year. I live a half-mile from my office. I decided I was NOT going to pay that much to drive a half-mile one way.

So, I got the bright idea of buying a bicycle. I haven't ridden a bike in nearly 6 years. I haven't exercised for the past year. Needless to say, it was a tough ride this morning. I have an up-hill portion of the ride each way. It totally sucks. And it's really hot outside. But, even though I'm jelly-legs and have a headache, I feel good for having ridden the bike to work today. I even rode home for lunch. Go me!!!

I lost 2.5 pounds last week. I can't wait to see what this week does. I'm really hoping the bicycling helps my weight loss. Walking to work did, but it's just too hot for that.

Now, my bike is nice. It's a NEXT PowerX. I bought it used at the local bike shop. Rides like a dream. I currently have the seat a little too low, but I'll be raising it up higher once I'm used to riding again. I'm riding in traffic, and I'm not quite used to the breaks yet. I like being able to put more of my foot on the ground at the moment. But I think I'll be used to it by the end of the week.

I didn't get to go see Daddy for Father's Day. Momma had to work, and he had to mow both their yard and my grandparents' place. So my sister and I are going to visit with them on another weekend. I hope it's soon. I want to see everyone again.

School is still going well. I made a 104 on my first test. I get the second grade tomorrow night. I really like my legal class. I hope I have the opportunity to take another class under Mr. King. He's really great.

I'm learning to play Legend of the Five Rings. It's a really great collectible card game. I finally got to play my first game without major help last week. I might try to get another game in tonight with my hubby. A new friend is also starting up a game of Hackmaster. It'll be fun to play a game I haven't played before. I enjoy trying out new things, even if I end up hating them.

And, I think that's the full update on me. I'll try and post my weight loss progress on Wedneday, as well as an update on the bike ride.

6 comments:

Martalu said...

Phenomenal! You know I love bikes! Congrats on the loss and the grade!

Mommy Elephant Sarah said...

Congrats on your loss last week! That's great that you are riding a bike instead. They raised parking fees here too.

Twisted Cinderella said...

Good for you for riding your bike!! Congrats on your weight loss.

Kailana said...

Good god, that's quite the parking rate increase! I keep thinking about getting a bike, but it hasn't happened yet.

I might be 'delurking'. I read your blog but can't remember if I have ever commented before...

Becky said...

Awesome! Congrats on the loss. =)

...and that parking fee is totally outrageous!

Fatinah said...

even though they are bastards to raise it so much - how good is it for you that now you will be saving parking $$, gas $$, environment AND getting fit???

 

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