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Day 23: A New Plan!




Today I started out on the right foot! (Or maybe it was the left foot...but the point is, I got up without much fuss or complaining or whining or whimpering!)

And I went to the trail at 7 a.m. For a two mile walk. Didn't try to run today. Just a nice brisk walk.
Today is actually my gym day. In Salem.  I'll do chest and triceps on the weight machines and a gazillion crunches!

I feel somewhat relieved actually. I led choir practice last night to sub for our usual director.  I get so nervous on the rare occasion when I have to lead.  So much insecurity comes up. Usually I am the accompanist. On the piano.  My friend.  But leading a group of vocalists is an entire different scenario.

But practice went well.  The negative judging voices in my head have gone away. I'm sure they will return at another more convenient time.

And last night I slept with the radio on 104.7 The FISH. A contemporary Christian station.  And I did not have any nightmares.  Woke up feeling refreshed!


So my new plan:

Sleep with the FISH!

Wake up at 6 a.m. everyday.

Hit the trail first thing in the morning everyday, even if it is a gym day.

I am thinking about trying to go to Mass a few days a week. There is a Catholic church in my neighborhood that I believe has daily morning Mass.  It helps me get my head in the right place.

Now I am off to Union Station to Salem to teach, workout, and visit with my bible study group.

Happy Wednesday! :)

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