Happy Monday. I like Mondays. Mondays are a new beginning. We are optimistic about Mondays aren't we? We start diets on Monday, exercise programs on Mondays, quit bad habits on Mondays and start projects on Mondays. I've started running again. See? Monday. Last year I said one of my goals for this year is to run a half marathon, and then in the fall run a full marathon. Well. I didn't stick with my training over the winter, so I wasn't ready for the half marathon I registered for that was held in April. The weather was a factor, lots of cold and rain this spring. But, I just didn't stay committed to my goal. And I really didn't like the feeling of failing to meet a goal I had set for myself. This weekend, I spent some time looking at my commitments and reassessing some goals. I plan to be more diligent about my training, and make certain it's a high priority. I'm registering for the first Rock n Roll Marathon to be held in St Louis in October. My plan is to run a full marathon then. And then? I can check that off my bucket list. Have you begun something new today? I'd love to know.
I hope you had a lovely Mother's Day, with your Mother, Grandmother, your children or grandchildren, or if you are really lucky, all of the above. My boys came over, brought me flowers and dinner and spent the day with me, just hanging out.
I did find time to work on a project this weekend. It's for a fun surprise I've been working on with some blog buddies. You'll have to stop by tomorrow to see the project and find out the details of the surprise I have in store. I think you'll enjoy it.
I hope you have a fabulous week, see you tomorrow.
xo
maureen
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i love the contrasting color of the blue vase in the second shot. happy monday!
It is funny you mention it because I did set myself a couple of goals this week...much much less challenging than yours I should say:) I plan to get to bed earlier and to get up earlier...since I quit work I have been doing both later and later it seems....Good luck on your marathon challenge!
OH beautiful. Love the second one.
I can't wait to hear about your surprise!
Good luck with your running program. I was supposed to run the London marathon but pulled out due to moving but it's always so good to have something to work for. I love these shots, absolutely gorgeous colours and I look forward to your surprise tomorrow!
You'll do great with your training! It sounds like you had a great Mother's Day. :)
Is that a peony or a rose? So pretty! I'd like to have some goals. Let me get back to you on that one :)
What beautiful flowers!!! So glad to hear you had a nice Mother's Day!
Gorgeous flower shots! And I like your positive approach to Monday, although I can't quite share it, especially this week, as yesterday was my first day back at work from holiday. I love Mondays on holidays, though :)
Visiting you from A Kat Eye View -- Your photography is amazing. I'm so glad I found your blog. I'm sure I'll be able to take away some inspiring ideas for my own projects. Thank you!
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